Oneluckywoman Posted September 16, 2012 #1 Share Posted September 16, 2012 Hi...I am a diamond member with 174 points, so after my next cruise I will finally be diamond plus! I'm excited, but when I look at the differences in perks it doesn't seem that big of a deal to me. Maybe I'm missing something so I thought I would ask those of you who are already diamond what you enjoy most about it. Can't wait to hear! Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dz9yvr Posted September 16, 2012 #2 Share Posted September 16, 2012 A larger balcony discount and lunch in the CL on Allure/Oasis :D:D:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merion_Mom Posted September 16, 2012 #3 Share Posted September 16, 2012 You will get a free bag of laundry. You will get 45 minutes of internet time free. You can sit in the reserved section of the theatre if you want. You can go to the Concierge Lounge whether or not there is a Diamond Lounge. Gift from C&A. ("amenity") Better chance (!) of upgrades. You get to skip the Muster drill. (just kidding!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VillaHappy Posted September 16, 2012 #4 Share Posted September 16, 2012 You get to skip the Muster drill. (just kidding!) I love your sense of humor! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tigger-ttfn Posted September 16, 2012 #5 Share Posted September 16, 2012 You will get a free bag of laundry. You will get 45 minutes of internet time free. You can sit in the reserved section of the theatre if you want. You can go to the Concierge Lounge whether or not there is a Diamond Lounge. Gift from C&A. ("amenity") Better chance (!) of upgrades. You get to skip the Muster drill. (just kidding!) internet time and CL before dinner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jletsgo Posted September 16, 2012 #6 Share Posted September 16, 2012 My favorite Diamond Perk is having a glass of champagne and my husband having his scotch rocks along with some hot and cold snacks in the Diamond Lounge :) The balcony discount is not too bad either :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SMASHROX Posted September 16, 2012 #7 Share Posted September 16, 2012 What kind of balcony discount can one expect with Diamond/Diamond + status? I'm a few cruises away from Diamond status. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merion_Mom Posted September 16, 2012 #8 Share Posted September 16, 2012 What kind of balcony discount can one expect with Diamond/Diamond + status? I'm a few cruises away from Diamond status. http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1343629 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cigar King Posted September 16, 2012 #9 Share Posted September 16, 2012 What kind of balcony discount can one expect with Diamond/Diamond + status? I'm a few cruises away from Diamond status. It's an extra 25 bucks from the diamond discount...I'd take it, but, it's IMO nothing special. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobal Posted September 16, 2012 #10 Share Posted September 16, 2012 Our next RC cruise will be our first as D+ - we're most looking forward to the buy one get one free dinner in speciality restaurant on the first night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kathyemma Posted September 16, 2012 #11 Share Posted September 16, 2012 A larger balcony discount and lunch in the CL on Allure/Oasis :D:D:D Loved the lunch in the Oasis CL lounge! Also love going into the lounge for pre dinner drinks. We always book a room near the lounge and at night as one person is done getting ready they head down to the lounge. Once every one is at the lounge we head on down to dinner. Have only used the reserved theater seats once. I also like the sail away party and the bridge tour. Kathy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeannie333333 Posted September 16, 2012 #12 Share Posted September 16, 2012 You will get a free bag of laundry. You will get 45 minutes of internet time free. You can sit in the reserved section of the theatre if you want. You can go to the Concierge Lounge whether or not there is a Diamond Lounge. Gift from C&A. ("amenity") Better chance (!) of upgrades. You get to skip the Muster drill. (just kidding!) lol, can you sit in Portafinos for breakfast and lunch too ? I have noticed the reserved seating but it says for gold card holders - but D+ can sit there too can they ? Brilliant :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sheilb4 Posted September 16, 2012 #13 Share Posted September 16, 2012 Our next RC cruise will be our first as D+ - we're most looking forward to the buy one get one free dinner in speciality restaurant on the first night. I will also be on my first D+ cruise in 3weeks time, so will let you know if anything else different.... I usually travel solo so the buy one get one free dinner, doesn't help...but love the Diamond/CL lounge for my free Mimosa's!(Bucks fizz) Btw, where in Herts are you? I am originally from St Albans area... :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare silentbob007 Posted September 16, 2012 #14 Share Posted September 16, 2012 Internet time and access to CL on Oasis/Allure top my list. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bajathree Posted September 16, 2012 #15 Share Posted September 16, 2012 #1 D+ perk is entry to the CL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillB48 Posted September 16, 2012 #16 Share Posted September 16, 2012 Has CL been mentioned yet? Seriously I do enjoy that perk, but the balcony discount, internet time, laundry and skipping the muster drill;) are very important as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beachnative Posted September 16, 2012 #17 Share Posted September 16, 2012 Meeting other well travelled people in the CL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xcell Posted September 16, 2012 #18 Share Posted September 16, 2012 I think you get one or two free photos... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silvery Seas Cruiser Posted September 16, 2012 #19 Share Posted September 16, 2012 I love the Concierge Lounge on Oasis and Allure. The view is spectacular. It is fun to have breakfasts and lunches there. On Freedom Class ships it is fun to eat in Portofino for breakfast and lunch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sheilb4 Posted September 16, 2012 #20 Share Posted September 16, 2012 Meeting other well travelled people in the CL. Yes, absolutely, I agree, that is a huge plus, as you do meet some great folks there.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pilotboy1985 Posted September 16, 2012 #21 Share Posted September 16, 2012 Congrats on becoming D+!!!! I'm 26 and I currently have 29 points. D+ starts at 175, so I'm 146 cruise points away from D+. Since I live in Canada I can only do one cruise a year. Assuming I do one 7 night cruise a year, that'll be 21 more years until I reach D+, or I'll be 47 years old . When I consider airfare, and cruise cost, one single cruise will set me back $5,000. So in order to get to D+ I'll need to spend $105,000.00 on cruises...... All to get buy one get one free drinks, free laundry and 40 minutes of free internet? Hmmmmmm, something to think about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
traveler/ Posted September 16, 2012 #22 Share Posted September 16, 2012 Ours is the CL. We really enjoy talking with fellow cruisers, often seeing friends we've cruised with before, and sharing stories about cruising. All in a relaxing atmosphere with drinks and snacks, and a concierge to assist if we need it. Priceless for us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawlcruiser Posted September 16, 2012 #23 Share Posted September 16, 2012 Have not heard that D+ can use chops or portofino for breakfast or lunch. Really hope so but would like to know for sure. We use the spec restaurants when in a suite, (breakfast and lunch) but did not know it included D+. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sheilb4 Posted September 17, 2012 #24 Share Posted September 17, 2012 Congrats on becoming D+!!!! I'm 26 and I currently have 29 points. D+ starts at 175, so I'm 146 cruise points away from D+. Since I live in Canada I can only do one cruise a year. Assuming I do one 7 night cruise a year, that'll be 21 more years until I reach D+, or I'll be 47 years old . When I consider airfare, and cruise cost, one single cruise will set me back $5,000. So in order to get to D+ I'll need to spend $105,000.00 on cruises...... All to get buy one get one free drinks, free laundry and 40 minutes of free internet? Hmmmmmm, something to think about. You know, you do have a very valid point there! :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexCruise371 Posted September 17, 2012 #25 Share Posted September 17, 2012 Congrats on becoming D+!!!! I'm 26 and I currently have 29 points. D+ starts at 175, so I'm 146 cruise points away from D+. Since I live in Canada I can only do one cruise a year. Assuming I do one 7 night cruise a year, that'll be 21 more years until I reach D+, or I'll be 47 years old . When I consider airfare, and cruise cost, one single cruise will set me back $5,000. So in order to get to D+ I'll need to spend $105,000.00 on cruises...... All to get buy one get one free drinks, free laundry and 40 minutes of free internet? Hmmmmmm, something to think about. Well, I have to admit that it wasn't cheap getting here but, it sure was a lot of fun and have met some very wonderful folks along the way! :D;) As far as my favorite perk, heck, I like them all! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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