FTTF Line same as VIP

[MIZZ_K]

Originally Posted by Cruizinman

You should be surprised to know that the FTTF people are in the same room as Plats/Dia in some ports. Not that it bothers me , they paid for it.

I know when I did FTTF in August out of Miami I did not go to a lounge just a special check in line.

[sonicbuffalo]

Originally Posted by dumbwaiterboy

So you mean the drama of them letting the FTTF people on that side (with the REAL VIPs) isn't really warranted??

I wonder why people make a big deal about getting on first....I tried the program purely because it was new and liked the idea of it...would I do it again....no.

I liked the fact of priority cabin access and luggage early...loved the guest service line, but usually never use, and forced myself, instead of going in the early am when I used to go, to go when it was busy, just because I could...you know, for research

I think that if you are the type to get to port early (I'm an early riser....and that forces my sister to wake up...not that I ever would rip open the drapes and scream CRUISE DAY and throw pillows at her...) and usually get a zone card under #10 I don't think it's necessary...I don't picture myself ever making the Redfrog first customer dash and don't need to be first on the ship...I just don't want to be in a line down the block and around the building....

So if you are the type that gets bored in your hotel and show up early anyways, you probably don't need this, unless the room access and luggage is worth $50 to you.

I however will be trying the new CHEERS program in 4 days....you know, for research

me first! I've got to do my research first! I can't wait any longer! Someone might get in line in front of me....oh no!

In all seriousness, this is the biggest waste of money I've ever seen...

[Cruizinman]

I think the OP started this topic just as a means to let people know
that certain people made bold statements about what was or was
not happening with the boarding of FTTF and Dia / Plats.
And I think it should be made public .
The fact about boarding first and calling people "Snobs" for doing so
is just absurd.

All in all a person cannot be at fault for wanting to board first.
Carnival set in motion the rules that allows this to happen.
Carnival came up with the idea FTTF Plats / Dia etc. I don't see how
that person becomes "snobbish " because of programs Carnival put in place.
It's everywhere you look in all walks of life, steps are taken that
make sure people are set apart from others .Are they better than the
next, No. But as long as a person pays their dues or actually buys into
a particular program its going to happen. If there is money to be made,
its going to happen.
I do see where its confusing even to Carnival employees as to who boards
when and in what order.

Carnival also allows for a seperate line for Plat /Dia members at guest services.
Yes ,thats right more seperation .I have seen more arguments and confusion from customers as
to who's next or what line to be in.
Should be quite the fun watching events play out if your into Saturday night Boxing.

What it all boils down to is way to many changes in the past months
for anyone to understand whats going on with this New Carnival .
I would have never thought a person would try to turn a cruise industry
into an airline industry but yet they are .

I really didn't think a cruise ship could fly , I'm curius whats next?

[MrPete]

Originally Posted by sonicbuffalo

me first! I've got to do my research first! I can't wait any longer! Someone might get in line in front of me....oh no!

In all seriousness, this is the biggest waste of money I've ever seen...

That's what I've always thought. How long does it take someone to make $50? And then exchange it for nothing more than time.

[clhayes]

Originally Posted by clearwatergirl

Hi there,

If you're Platinum, your luggage tags will read PRIORITY. It used to read VIP.

You will be directed to the correct line because your cruise doc or boarding pass which you should print when checking in on line prior to cruising. (This is what needs to be shown with your passport) You'll be shown to the Priority lounge. (used to be called VIP) Or whatever they're calling the area for Diamond/Platinum cruisers.

Have a great cruise.

In Miami it's now called the Captains Lounge.