Jeep Driver

3

14 hours ago, George C said:

Curious which are included in premium beverage package. I assume blue label and scotch 18 year old and older isn’t.

Looks like all but Chivas Royal Salute 21Y and Glenmorangie 18y are included. They are the only drinks that exceed the $16 price.

20 hours ago, Langeraf said:

First MSC cruise in 3 weeks on Seashore in YC.  A few questions:

- do you happen to know what brands of whiskey/bourbon/scotch they offer in YC

 

6 time yacht club cruiser. I also would not be too optimistic about winning a bid in YC interior. There are few of them and they are the first to sell. Lately, the winning bids seem close to the actual booking cost. That being said, I would choose the YIN over the standard balcony every time. I haven't noticed any YC pool crowding on any of my cruises. Outside the YC you will be crowded in the pool areas. I hope this helps. 

2 minutes ago, LorraineP said:

Is there an elevator in the yacht  club area to acess the dining room and the pool area

 Yes, there is a dedicated YC elevator for those spaces on the Seaside. Sorry, can't help with the mobility questions. 

Thanks for sharing those excellent pictures. Your cabin looks really nice! Surprised to see the manatee!

14 hours ago, BusyBlond said:

does that mean I only need to select "best rate" rather than "best  value" when booking? I don't need wifi, and I wouldn't need to book a drink package correct?

 Whichever you choose, it is just a path that leads you to choosing Yacht Club. Either best rate or best value will lead you there. Wifi and the premium drink package are not options, they are included whether you need them or use them.

On 2/7/2024 at 8:14 AM, Toddcan said:

I just checked my booking, and we were actually assigned a cabin:  18008. I'll do some reseach.  

 

But, this part puzzles me: The reservation says we have the Yacht Club Deluxe Suite (Cabin 18008), but under the "Experience" section, it says "Fantastica Experience Benefits" - should this not say "Yacht Club"?? 

I've been upgraded in the past to YC and yes, your paperwork might still show your initial experience, but rest assured you are in Yacht Club.

Pretty sure I've seen that you've been a Yacht Club cruiser before. We just came off Seasore YC on Jan 28. I asked for a frozen Blue Hawaiian in Topsail Lounge and was told it wasn't on the menu, but that the bartender would be happy to make one for me. Which he did, and it was sweet and delicious—only had the one, just to try it. Hope this helps.

Thank you. We're boarding tomorrow. Appreciate the review.

Thanks for posting. The YC boarding line did look quite a bit longer than I've seen. Glad you're able to take the little glitches in stride. We're doing Seashore YC on the 21st, so this is a nice preview for us. First time for us on Seashore as well and we're getting anxious. Thanks again.  

2 hours ago, buffet24 said:

Much Respect!  5k/3miles is my max range...  😥

OK, if we're gonna do this.... I've run 11 marathons, first one at 65 last one at 73 years. I won't get into all the long distance triathlons over 65, I wouldn't want to brag.

On 8/14/2023 at 3:49 PM, lazydayz said:

With your being in the Yacht Club, I think MSC should easily win this challenge.  Hope you and your mom have a great cruise.  

I was going to say the same thing. We cruise Carnival and MSC but Yacht Club only. There will be a world of difference between standard Carnival experience and YC on MSC. Not going to be a fair comparison. I know you will enjoy MSC, have fun! 

15 hours ago, NCteacherlovescruising said:

I saw your picture in the other group I asked in as well. I think you two look cute!  

LOL thank you. I thought that was you. 💗

DW and I during white night on Seaside last month. We're in our late 70's so our style may be out. 

6 hours ago, IsanTom said:

When you check into the YC, the Butler will discuss your wants and needs and he'll take great care of you!

Two YC cruises and still waiting for that to happen. It would be nice, but doesn't matter, the YC experience remains my only choice.

On 4/10/2023 at 11:03 AM, Mark_T said:

I certainly hope that there will be no problems, but for clarity, my Yacht Club booking very definitely does specifically state that it includes the "Premium Extra Drink Package".

 

Copied and pasted from one of my upcoming YC bookings:

Your Experience Yacht Club
PRIVILEGES
- Dedicated priority check-in and check-out as well as priority departure and
return on excursion days
- 24-hour Butler service and dedicated concierge
- Room service available 24 hours
- Premium Extra Drink Package (includes all drinks up to 13EUR in all ship
areas)
- Premium Internet package (Browse - 2 devices Unlimited Internet Package

On 1/21/2023 at 11:05 AM, Tom-n-Cheryl said:

 

 

Also, looking at the MSC page, it shows a type of progress bar and indicates "5700 points
to reach Black Level"... ok... so what's Black Level ??

 

Tom

 MSC black and diamond are the same. I think they changed the official name from Black to Diamond. At any rate, they are identical whichever name is mentioned.

On 1/21/2023 at 11:05 AM, Tom-n-Cheryl said:

 

 

Also, looking at the MSC page, it shows a type of progress bar and indicates "5700 points
to reach Black Level"... ok... so what's Black Level ??

 

Tom

 MSC black and diamond are the same. I think they changed the official name from Black to Diamond. At any rate, they are identical whichever name is mentioned.

2 hours ago, Morgsmom said:

If you added the Easy Plus after booking and paid for it you can TRY to get it reimbursed.  If it was included a part of the cruisefare you will not get any credit for it.  You should keep the OBC

 

I upgraded from Fantistica to YC1 and they gave me my OBC.

On 1/17/2023 at 8:01 AM, Tom-n-Cheryl said:

So, in a nutshell, no discount after final payment (either as a refund or OBC)?

 

Tom

That's how it was for me. I had 4 cruises booked when I heard about the military discount. I emailed, and was awarded 10 percent discount immediately on 3 of them. One, that I had paid in full in advance, because I upgraded over the phone, they did not allow me the military 10 percent discount. I was advised that I did get the VC club discount already for that cruise. 

Add me to the "park at the port" club. I like to at least feel like I am in control of the process, it's so convenient and it's not that much money in the grand scheme. 

Sailing March 26th and got the upgrade offer yesterday, Jan 5.

4 hours ago, korpo024 said:

Calling MSC? You're joking...they're never availableand its xmas....

I have seen other say that as well. I must just be lucky. I have called MSC maybe 4 times and each time I had almost immediate responses. The longest wait was about a minute. Very helpful for all my concerns and so polite and personable. Not being critical, Korpo, just wanted to express my different experience. Merry Christmas.