I am not sure what you mean by special areas for lounging. We have never paid to sit on special lounges anywhere on a HAL ship.
Yes you do have to pay for services in the Spa and Beauty Salon
The Pinnacle Grill is also the only place that you pay for food. We used to get our espresso coffee gratis but that changed when they upgraded all the ships. Room service is free and you can order a full breakfast as well as at night you can order what is on the dining room menu. During the day there is snacks menu that you can use.
You can have cooking lessons and that is also a charge. I believe it is well worth the money.
Of course you have to pay for photos but the same applies to most ships.
Drinks of course are charged including wines at dinner, drinks ordered to have in your room and in the various lounges and bars. I know on some ships drinks are included but not so on HAL. Also if a bar service has been set up in your cabin, I believe that the drinks used are also charged.
I think I have covered everything that we have ever paid for on our account. We are not gamblers so we do not buy any chips etc.
Last but not least, a set amount of $10 a day p.p. is charged to your account. This includes all tips though you can personally hand over extra to your favourite steward if you like, it is up to you.
Jennie
I understand that the p.p charge can be waived by merely asking at reception. You can opt to pay steward/stewardess directly at end of cruise.
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I understand that the p.p charge can be waived by merely asking at reception. You can opt to pay steward/stewardess directly at end of cruise.