bluecookies Posted May 3, 2009 #1 Share Posted May 3, 2009 Let me start this thread off by staying I'm really not much of a soda drinker, at all. 96% of the time I prefer water (sometimes tea). I have no interest in purchasing soda on board. With that said, what is to prevent someone from using their souvenir cup on future cruises? All someone has to do is keep their cup and bring it back with them on their next cruise. Or take a previous sea pass with the sticker on it into the MDR to show the sticker. Is there something I'm missing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoofingPrincess Posted May 3, 2009 #2 Share Posted May 3, 2009 Doesn't the SeaPass have the date of the sailing on it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
megr1125 Posted May 3, 2009 #3 Share Posted May 3, 2009 yes it does have the sailing date... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluecookies Posted May 3, 2009 Author #4 Share Posted May 3, 2009 Doesn't the SeaPass have the date of the sailing on it? Yes, it does, but I've sat with other guests at our table and our waiter hardly looked at it. Besides that, what about the cup itself? Does it change depending on the ship/season/year/itinerary? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uksimonusa Posted May 3, 2009 #5 Share Posted May 3, 2009 Yes, it does, but I've sat with other guests at our table and our waiter hardly looked at it. Besides that, what about the cup itself? Does it change depending on the ship/season/year/itinerary? The cups do change as do the stickers, sometimes that are red with white writing, sometimes white with red writing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeDaDog Posted May 3, 2009 #6 Share Posted May 3, 2009 On our 12 nights, I was the designated soda fetcher for our group. I would carry three of the cups and three cards up to whichever bar was closest. Most of the bartenders just filled the cups but a good 1/3 asked to see the cards before a fill. Your mileage may vary, but I would imagine if you had no card you would much like Lucy.... have sum splainin to do... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coralc Posted May 3, 2009 #7 Share Posted May 3, 2009 When we were on Grandeur, there was a family or group that was apparently "sharing" a soda card. The bartender would take the card and question the cardholder....."What's your name?" , "How old are you?" , "I thought Katy was 12?" . The girl that brought the card up had no idea how to answer any of the questions...but he still gave her a soda. He then mentioned to the other bartenders that they were sharing. I don't know what they can really do about it. But like anything with a honor system....I'm sure there is probably some abuse of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MMDown Under Posted May 3, 2009 #8 Share Posted May 3, 2009 In this case, I don't have any sympathy for the cruise industry, as I'm sure they still make a healthy profit on their soda packages. One of the first thing my children understood was that they couldn't have any soft drinks when we travelled overseas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruzincurt Posted May 3, 2009 #9 Share Posted May 3, 2009 In this case, I don't have any sympathy for the cruise industry, as I'm sure they still make a healthy profit on their soda packages. That's not the point, if you share, you are teaching your kiddos how to cheat the system. It's akin to shoplifting. Taking goods without paying for them. They also have a lot of t-shirts in the store, they won't miss a few. Then there's the photo gallery..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hersheykiss Posted May 3, 2009 #10 Share Posted May 3, 2009 yes, taxes would probably be next and then the kids can grow up to be politicians............ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hylasgirl Posted May 3, 2009 #11 Share Posted May 3, 2009 Even though you have the cup, you still have to show your card with the sticker. Although, I never use the cup. Personally, I think they're a little dorky to carry around. You don't NEED the cup... but you do need the sticker. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hylasgirl Posted May 3, 2009 #12 Share Posted May 3, 2009 That's not the point, if you share, you are teaching your kiddos how to cheat the system. It's akin to shoplifting. Taking goods without paying for them. They also have a lot of t-shirts in the store, they won't miss a few. After all, you paid a lot of money for this cruise, you deserve a couple of logo shirts. Exactly... of course no one sets examples anymore. Have some dignity and buy as many soda passes as you need. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coralc Posted May 3, 2009 #13 Share Posted May 3, 2009 And then there's the fact.....that if they really want to, I believe they can run your seapass through any one of the terminals and bring up your security photo. We have seen some of the interesting passenger statistics they can bring up on the charge terminals, if necessary. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rancher Dave Posted May 3, 2009 #14 Share Posted May 3, 2009 So if folks think it's ok to steal soda from RCCL, maybe we should all be ok stealing a 12pack of beer every week from the grocery store...:D Stealing sodas helps erode the profit margin for RCCL and that forces cuts in service. If you don't like the price bring a 12 pack of soda with you on the ship that is allowed and is far less expensive than the soda package. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vbrogdon Posted May 3, 2009 #15 Share Posted May 3, 2009 Are you able to get a can or bottle coke from the bar or only in the little store? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gonzo70 Posted May 3, 2009 #16 Share Posted May 3, 2009 Are you able to get a can or bottle coke from the bar or only in the little store? Yes, you can buy a can of soda at the bars for about $2.25 per can (which includes the tip). The soda card is only worth it if you plan to consume more than three sodas per day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gonzo70 Posted May 3, 2009 #17 Share Posted May 3, 2009 With that said, what is to prevent someone from using their souvenir cup on future cruises? All someone has to do is keep their cup and bring it back with them on their next cruise. Or take a previous sea pass with the sticker on it into the MDR to show the sticker. Is there something I'm missing? While I am sure a very small percentage of cruisers do this, what you are describing is theft. The same thing that prevents most people from taking a shirt from the general store and waiving an old receipt from a prior purchase as exiting the store prevents people from doing what you are describing: Various combination of morals and potential consequences if caught. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRadle Posted May 3, 2009 #18 Share Posted May 3, 2009 Also, with the soda card you get fountain soda and not a can. They fill the glass with ice and add the watered down soda. A can of soda is 12 ounces of soda. I think ounce for ounce you need to drink more than 3 to break even. Just something to think about before buying the soda card. We buy them because we don't like having lots of receipts at the end of the day. If RCL would just go paperless...... :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
denamo Posted May 3, 2009 #19 Share Posted May 3, 2009 So if folks think it's ok to steal soda from RCCL, maybe we should all be ok stealing a 12pack of beer every week from the grocery store...:D Stealing sodas helps erode the profit margin for RCCL and that forces cuts in service. If you don't like the price bring a 12 pack of soda with you on the ship that is allowed and is far less expensive than the soda package. I agree with you, Rancher Dave. If one "needs" soda that badly, then consider it a cost of cruisig, and budget it in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
temple1 Posted May 3, 2009 #20 Share Posted May 3, 2009 We usually include the drink package when we cruise. Mainly I like the convenience of handing someone my Sea pass or cup and then I get a soft drink. Plus, I prefer the watered down fountain drinks. Go figure. I also don't want a full can of drink that will go flat before I finish it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phinn Posted May 3, 2009 #21 Share Posted May 3, 2009 If you don't like the price bring a 12 pack of soda with you on the ship that is allowed and is far less expensive than the soda package. I agree. Rather than encourage kids to do something illegal and morally wrong, why not just bring your own. Someday down the road, their kids will do something much worse and when they are arrested and their parents say "what got into you", they will remind them how they were encouraged to cheat RCI for soda. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
temple1 Posted May 3, 2009 #22 Share Posted May 3, 2009 I agree. Rather than encourage kids to do something illegal and morally wrong, why not just bring your own. Someday down the road, their kids will do something much worse and when they are arrested and their parents say "what got into you", they will remind them how they were encouraged to cheat RCI for soda. LOL - actually when lil Johnny and Suzie get older and have to share a card - it will be the utter embarrassment of Mom and Dad factor kicking in. :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruzincurt Posted May 3, 2009 #23 Share Posted May 3, 2009 LOL - actually when lil Johnny and Suzie get older and have to share a card - it will be the utter embarrassment of Mom and Dad factor kicking in. :eek: No, Mom & Dad won't be embarrassed, after all they probably do the same. They'll be mad the kiddos got caught. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
temple1 Posted May 3, 2009 #24 Share Posted May 3, 2009 No, Mom & Dad won't be embarrassed, after all they probably do the same. They'll be mad the kiddos got caught. Oh good grief! I think I'm suffering from Adult onset Dyslexia. :confused: Let's try it again - Lil Johnny and Suzie will be completely mortified by Mom and Dad wanting them to share. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruzincurt Posted May 3, 2009 #25 Share Posted May 3, 2009 I see your intent was that the kiddos would be embarrassed. Not quite how your post reads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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