Waffle Robe usage

[sweet sheep]

I am aware of the fact that there are waffle robes for each person to use while onboard the ship and they must be left there when the cruise if over.

My question is do you wear them only inside your stateroom? Can you wear them going to the pool? I have been told that you are not supposed to wear them outside of your stateroom but i have seen some do it! Of course that does not surprise me as some folks make their own rules.

I cannot find anywhere in HAL's material, any info about whether or not it is a no no to wear outside of stateroom?

Does anyone know for sure?

Also another question-I have been told that on some of the ships that HAL is now supplying power strips for use onboard? Is this true or not?

Thank you much my fellow C C friends,

[RustaRoo]

I think it is fairly clear that bedroom wear, i.e., a robe belongs within the confines of the bedroom/stateroom only. Suitable beach cover-up can be worn to the pool as suggested in the 'Know Before You Go' booklet. Robes are never acceptable in the Lido. I continue to be flabbergasted by ill-mannered folk who continue to wear their bed clothes throughout the ship:eek:

[ore-ee-gun]

On our Oosterdam cruise, a group of us signed up for all three sessions of the martini mixology classes. We were asked to wear bathrobes and showercaps to our final session as a graduation gown and "mortarboard". :D:D It was part of the fun, but I'm sure people passing by thought we were a bunch of drunken fools.

I think the probable intent is that you wear the robes in your cabin. However, I saw people wearing them in the Neptune Lounge, at the pool, and even saw one person in the Lido (not appropriate, IMO). Enjoy!

No power strips were provided on our cruise as far as I know... If you really need one, bring your own.

[jtl513]

I've never heard of power strips being furnished.

[sail7seas]

It could have been my DH you saw in Neptune Lounge in his robe. Our cabin is almost always right across from Neptune Lounge and sometimes he pops in to pick us up a cup of coffee. I don't imagine he is there more than 2 minutes and he's out the door.

I posted this here on this board in the past and many people said they saw nothing wrong with this.....as long as it's a quick in, get the coffee and gone.

When he returns with my steaming hot coffee and I'm still opening my eyes for the first time that day...... I love it!

[sail7seas]

I have never heard of power strips being provided either.

[pms4104]

Noticed several iindividuals on our recent Amsterdam sailing wearing the HAL robes as coverups to the pool and to breakfast in the Lido. If that wasn't gauche enough, there was also a couple on board wearing their very own fluffy brought-from-home-robes to the pools as well as to the Lido for meals. To make it even more bizarre, both he and she had their names monogrammed in gold thread on the robes. Indeed, 'twas a sight to behold!

When I spot the robes thruout the ship, I often wonder if the same individuals wear their bedclothes to eateries, the grocery, the bank, etc. back home.

[prescottbob]

Ahoy!

On our last Prinsendam sail our steward did ask us on our intial meet if we required an extension cord. First time for us it was ever offered on a cruise ship. It wasn't an issue since we always pack one for the electronic gizmos and a short extension cord that we drape over the side of the vanity counter to plug in the night light.

To date, haven't seen terry robes worn on smart casual or formal nights but any other part of the ship seems to be 'fair game' these days.

Have a Wonderful Cruise!

Bon Voyage and Good Health!
Bob:)

[pipedreams62]

Noticed several iindividuals on our recent Amsterdam sailing wearing the HAL robes as coverups to the pool and to breakfast in the Lido. If that wasn't gauche enough, there was also a couple on board wearing their very own fluffy brought-from-home-robes to the pools as well as to the Lido for meals. To make it even more bizarre, both he and she had their names monogrammed in gold thread on the robes. Indeed, 'twas a sight to behold!

When I spot the robes thruout the ship, I often wonder if the same individuals wear their bedclothes to eateries, the grocery, the bank, etc. back home.

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[NoNoNanette]

There were quite a few robe-wearers both at the pool and the Lido buffet during daytime hours on the Amsterdam last month.

I think they're great for bathing suit cover-ups at the pool, but wouldn't be caught dead standing in the breakfast line with one on. ;)

That being said, it didn't faze me a bit.

My problem is with men in tank-tops, underarm hair flowing around the food. Yuckers! :p (I'd prefer them to cover up in a robe!) :)

[drtee]

Noticed several iindividuals on our recent Amsterdam sailing wearing the HAL robes as coverups to the pool and to breakfast in the Lido. If that wasn't gauche enough, there was also a couple on board wearing their very own fluffy brought-from-home-robes to the pools as well as to the Lido for meals. To make it even more bizarre, both he and she had their names monogrammed in gold thread on the robes. Indeed, 'twas a sight to behold!

When I spot the robes thruout the ship, I often wonder if the same individuals wear their bedclothes to eateries, the grocery, the bank, etc. back home.

My students wear their pajamas to class.

[pipedreams62]

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[ore-ee-gun]

It could have been my DH you saw in Neptune Lounge in his robe. Our cabin is almost always right across from Neptune Lounge and sometimes he pops in to pick us up a cup of coffee. I don't imagine he is there more than 2 minutes and he's out the door.

I posted this here on this board in the past and many people said they saw nothing wrong with this.....as long as it's a quick in, get the coffee and gone.

When he returns with my steaming hot coffee and I'm still opening my eyes for the first time that day...... I love it!

Sail, I agree that to wear the robe to take a quick trip over to the Neptune is absolutely fine - it was the fellow in the Lido with his robe and flip-flops that made me wonder if maybe he'd not packed enough clothes for the week....:rolleyes:

[CroozeAddict]

I think it is fairly clear that bedroom wear, i.e., a robe belongs within the confines of the bedroom/stateroom only. Suitable beach cover-up can be worn to the pool as suggested in the 'Know Before You Go' booklet. Robes are never acceptable in the Lido. I continue to be flabbergasted by ill-mannered folk who continue to wear their bed clothes throughout the ship:eek:

WOW ... you make it sound like it's underwear. I've been on many cruise's and have seen folks use the robe's as cover-up's many times. Personally, I'd rather have them use the robe's than some of the cheesy cover-up's I've seen.

[FlorenceItaly]

Picture a man in a robe in the Lido during DINNER hours. Yep, he went through the line like the rest of us(to place our order) and nothing was said to him. This was on the Oosterdam. With ALL the talk of dress code on this board I couldn't wait to get back and share! TACKY.

Edited to say that he was bare chested(hairy)....ewww....There is a time and place, but this was not it.


Marie

[kaiiak]

I like using a robe as a cover up when going for a nighttime dip in the jacuzzi. It just seems a bit warmer to throw back on for the return walk to the room, versus my normal daytime bathing suit cover up. At least I'm wearing SOMETHING. I think it's worse when people walk around in only a bathing suit often leaving very little of their body to the imagination.:D

[sail7seas]

My students wear their pajamas to class.


Safe to assume they're of the 'scrub' variety? :D

[sail7seas]

I agree I'm not wild about robes at Lido but have also seen them. I've developed a wonderful capacity to look beyond, past, through someone/something I find objectionable. I literally dismiss those people as simply not being present in the location as I have no desire to interact with them in any manner. Sorry; but true.

[starysacz]

Have seen the use of robes in the Lido for breakfast and lunch on a consistent basis lately. Fortunately, just a couple of passengers.

[Route6A]

I have seen passengers wearing the bathrobes in the Neptune Lounge at all times of day...and barefoot. Some spend extended stays there in their robes.

I have always thought that the robes provided by Holland America are for use in the staterooms not throughout the ship. I think of it as analogous to a robe provided in a good hotel. Would it be appropriate to wear that robe to the Concierge Lounge? To the dining room? Just my take on this, but surely I may be a bit old fashioned.

[NoNoNanette]

I have seen passengers wearing the bathrobes in the Neptune Lounge at all times of day...and barefoot. Some spend extended stays there in their robes.

I have always thought that the robes provided by Holland America are for use in the staterooms not throughout the ship. I think of it as analogous to a robe provided in a good hotel. Would it be appropriate to wear that robe to the Concierge Lounge? To the dining room? Just my take on this, but surely I may be a bit old fashioned.

I don't think that you're being old fashioned, a bit.

To see one cover up at the POOL in their robe is a totally different thing than to have folks walk around in lounges, buffets, etc. with them on.

I wouldn't do it, but if someone wants to zip around for coffee/food in their robe, I just hope that they're covered up TIGHTLY.
;)

[jimgev]

When deciding upon a cruise line, I chose HAL largely because of their fidelity to the "traditions" of cruising. I stayed away from Celebrity, NCL, etc. because I prefered a clientel whom did not go to dinner in their beach or sleep attire.
The venue one chooses should dictate attire. If I wanted to go out for a fast food meal at McAuful's, I would have no aversion to wearing sandals and a t-shirt. But if I choose to go to a fine dining restaurant, I would expect to dress a bit more formally.
Using a bathrobe as a cover up at the pool is fine, but not at meals or around the ship in general; although I do agree with the poster who noted that it might be preferable to some slovenly attire at mealtime.
I realise that times are changing and the old traditions are not longer what they once were. But I am hopeful that HAL will continue to promote a cruise experience with more of a dignified milieu than that of the mass market lines.
I will dress for dinner and enjoy myself.

[Two if by Sea]

If we are not supposed to wear these to and from the pool, then what ARE we supposed to wear to and from the pool? Are there full changing rooms poolside?

[sail7seas]

Most ladies have swim suit coverups and most of the men wear t-shirts /jerseys with their swim suits. The swimsuits many men wear these days look much like shorts. Many of them are almost to the knee.

Not getting into the spandex thingees.....:D

[SDHALFAN]

Picture a man in a robe in the Lido during DINNER hours. Yep, he went through the line like the rest of us(to place our order) and nothing was said to him. This was on the Oosterdam. With ALL the talk of dress code on this board I couldn't wait to get back and share! TACKY.

Edited to say that he was bare chested(hairy)....ewww....There is a time and place, but this was not it.


Marie

"TACKY"? Marie have you given a thought as to what we are going to wear to the proposed Pajama Party on the "Yummer Cruise"? I have a confirmed cabin, it's a category C, but have no idea which deck that is on, and I believe that you have a guarantee, so not yet assigned. Now, the problem is how do we get from our cabins to that exalted Suite row where the party will be held?

I have the p.j.'s and the slippers but how do I cover up on the way to the party? Should I bring along a raincoat as a coverup? Actually I would prefer that to those ugly waffle robes that HAL provides. I have this fear that I will get into a crowded elevator and everyone will be dressed to the nines and looking at me in my P.j.s and waffle robe and thinking "OMG" what is she wearing - and why? :D

Valerie:)

[sandyblue029]

We were on the Oosterdam in December and in the cupboard over the sofa there was an extension cord. Don't know if a previous cruiser had left it or if it was ship supplied. It was about two feet long and bright orange with multiple outlets.

[RuthC]

My question is do you wear them only inside your stateroom? Can you wear them going to the pool?
Would you walk around the streets of your neighborhood in your bathrobe? The passageways of the ship are the equivalent.
Wearing robes throughout the ship just looks so tacky.

[Jen&Joe]

We saw a couple use their bedsheets to make toga's. They wore them to dinner in the dining room. Granted it was Hallowe'en....

[new sea legs]

what are you all prudes we were born the same way there is no surprises just a little different proportionalized not everyone looks at attire or beauty. i have seen this in just short time on this site we are all from different upbringings and you may not be included in all just think we have a right to judge. i'm sure we all have faults!!!:(:rolleyes::eek:

[dakrewser]

what are you all prudes we were born the same way there is no surprises just a little different proportionalized not everyone looks at attire or beauty. i have seen this in just short time on this site we are all from different upbringings and you may not be included in all just think we have a right to judge. i'm sure we all have faults!!!:(:rolleyes::eek:


That's true. For instance I'd never criticize someone who couldn't put together a coherent sentence...


;)

[dakrewser]

Would you walk around the streets of your neighborhood in your bathrobe? The passageways of the ship are the equivalent.
Wearing robes throughout the ship just looks so tacky.

I do wear a robe to go out to the end of the driveway to get the newspaper in the morning. If I didn't put the robe on, I might scare the dogs! ;)

[Cruising-along]

I do wear a robe to go out to the end of the driveway to get the newspaper in the morning. If I didn't put the robe on, I might scare the dogs! ;)

This is the reason I tip the newspaper carrier well to be sure that paper is ON the porch every time. ;)

As for robes on the ship, doesn't bother me a bit if a person wants to wear the robe between his/her cabin and pool. As for the Lido, that's another story!

[FlorenceItaly]

"TACKY"? Marie have you given a thought as to what we are going to wear to the proposed Pajama Party on the "Yummer Cruise"? I have a confirmed cabin, it's a category C, but have no idea which deck that is on, and I believe that you have a guarantee, so not yet assigned. Now, the problem is how do we get from our cabins to that exalted Suite row where the party will be held?

I have the p.j.'s and the slippers but how do I cover up on the way to the party? Should I bring along a raincoat as a coverup? Actually I would prefer that to those ugly waffle robes that HAL provides. I have this fear that I will get into a crowded elevator and everyone will be dressed to the nines and looking at me in my P.j.s and waffle robe and thinking "OMG" what is she wearing - and why? :D

Valerie:)

LOL, Valerie! :). I can pretty much handle the robes anywhere except in the LIDO. And, call me a party pooper but I was not planning on going to the pajama party, lol. It's possible you may be able to cohearse me so you will have a partner in crime, but don't get your hopes up, lol. And, you are right, I booked a guarantee and don't know where my cabin will be yet.

Marie

[RuthC]

I do wear a robe to go out to the end of the driveway to get the newspaper in the morning.
Now, Dave. You know that doesn't make you a streetwalker. ;)

[Palmetto Lady]

I don't use the pool, but I see nothing wrong with wearing a HAL robe to go to the spa if I am getting a massage. They cover me more than my bathing suit coverup. They certainly are not a "boudoir" type of robe. I would never dream of wearing one to any of the dining rooms or other public room.

[debgirl]

When we were on the Ryndam during Christmas week, a family of 8 or 9 people wore the robes and shower caps for a picture taken on formal night. It was the funniest picture I have ever seen.

[llachance]

to and from the pool and spa seem fine to me - and I did it. On our Westerdam cruise a couple of years ago one of our friends suitcase traveled to Hawaii and we were going to Alaska. The only thing she had to wear was her bathrobe!

[NoNoNanette]

I don't use the pool, but I see nothing wrong with wearing a HAL robe to go to the spa if I am getting a massage. They cover me more than my bathing suit coverup. They certainly are not a "boudoir" type of robe. I would never dream of wearing one to any of the dining rooms or other public room.

Agreed! My "swimsuit coverup" is much more risque than a goofy robe is! :)

[Jsipes]

You are supposed to wear a robe to and from the sauna and swimming pool. EOD

[RustaRoo]

You are supposed to wear a robe to and from the sauna and swimming pool. EODYou know, not once in all of my many years of attending recreation centres with saunas and swimming pools have I EVER seen anyone in a robe. I don't know why you think you are 'supposed' to do so on a ship when you wouldn't do so on land.

[May4]

I won't weigh in on when, or if, these robes are appropriate fashion outside of the stateroom. But, I'm awfully glad that they're provided for me. I use mine as an extra blanket at night. Cozy.:)

[Palmetto Lady]

You know, not once in all of my many years of attending recreation centres with saunas and swimming pools have I EVER seen anyone in a robe. I don't know why you think you are 'supposed' to do so on a ship when you wouldn't do so on land.

High end spas provide robes.

[RustaRoo]

High end spas provide robes.Which is an entirely different matter altogether. The spas on Holland America provide robes too.

[sail7seas]

NOPE, NOT US.........

Won't see us in Neptune Lounge in Robes. Not Ever!
Not if the ship (heaven forbid) was sinking ........

If I never have another coffee as long as I live. :eek:
If I never have a nibble from Neptune........
We'll not be in Robes! Horror of Horrors! Won't Happen.

Nope - Not US. :D :D

[Krazy Kruizers]

We don't even use the robes in our cabin let alone wear them to the Neptune Lounge, or to the pool.

[bob brown]

I've never heard of power strips being furnished.

I have never heard of power strips being provided either.
Better not mention power strips anymore.....the next thing you know, the cruise lines (especially NCL) will think up another way to raise on board revenue......electric meters in each cabin!:eek::D

[DizzyDallasDi]

NOPE, NOT US.........

Won't see us in Neptune Lounge in Robes. Not Ever!
Not if the ship (heaven forbid) was sinking ........

If I never have another coffee as long as I live. :eek:
If I never have a nibble from Neptune........
We'll not be in Robes! Horror of Horrors! Won't Happen.

Nope - Not US. :D :D

Then what's with the reply you gave that is quoted below? OOPS -- busted! :eek:

"It could have been my DH you saw in Neptune Lounge in his robe. Our cabin is almost always right across from Neptune Lounge and sometimes he pops in to pick us up a cup of coffee. I don't imagine he is there more than 2 minutes and he's out the door.

I posted this here on this board in the past and many people said they saw nothing wrong with this.....as long as it's a quick in, get the coffee and gone.

When he returns with my steaming hot coffee and I'm still opening my eyes for the first time that day...... I love it!"

[TMWeddle]

Last year on the Maasdam our power strip would not fit and the steward supplied one.

[kalliekae]

I have seen passengers wearing the bathrobes in the Neptune Lounge at all times of day...and barefoot. Some spend extended stays there in their robes.

I have always thought that the robes provided by Holland America are for use in the staterooms not throughout the ship. I think of it as analogous to a robe provided in a good hotel. Would it be appropriate to wear that robe to the Concierge Lounge? To the dining room? Just my take on this, but surely I may be a bit old fashioned.


Count me as old fashioned, too! Robes are for the stateroom, not the NL or the pool or the Lido. Would one wear a robe to the local coffee shop to pick up a Saturday morning cup of joe? Probably not...so why is the ship any different??

[WhansaMi]

Then what's with the reply you gave that is quoted below? OOPS -- busted! :eek:

"It could have been my DH you saw in Neptune Lounge in his robe. Our cabin is almost always right across from Neptune Lounge and sometimes he pops in to pick us up a cup of coffee. I don't imagine he is there more than 2 minutes and he's out the door.

I posted this here on this board in the past and many people said they saw nothing wrong with this.....as long as it's a quick in, get the coffee and gone.

When he returns with my steaming hot coffee and I'm still opening my eyes for the first time that day...... I love it!"

I took the original quote as tongue-in-cheek.

[Zappa Fan]

The last reply on this thread was Jan of '08. Why the resurrection? I suppose that I missed something. :confused:

IMO.... bathrobes outside of your living quarters are vulgar. Period. Echhhh.

[Copper10-8]

I use them once; the very last night of the cruise putting the luggage outside in the passageway - because I don't want to scare people:cool:

[PatsyAnne]

I use the robe in the room to keep from being embarrassed in front of the towel animals.