Nonrefundable OBC - "shift" balance to future cruise - creative ways?

We will be taking a TA in April (Regal) with a sizable OBC (from Princess) that I don't expect to use fully and don't want to waste it (not use the full amount or purchase items / services we don't really need or want - have gratitude paid so thats one big item that we won't use the OBC on). I am looking for ways to "cost shift" the credit to a future cruise (we will be on an Asian cruise on the Majestic in June with very little OBC).

I have one idea that involves purchasing speciality coffee cards which I understand if not used can be used on another / future cruise. We do enjoy Lattes! Purchase a few on the TA cruise to be used later on the Asian cruise.

Any other ideas?

Thanks!

We will be taking a TA in April (Regal) with a sizable OBC (from Princess) that I don't expect to use fully and don't want to waste it (not use the full amount or purchase items / services we don't really need or want - have gratitude paid so thats one big item that we won't use the OBC on). I am looking for ways to "cost shift" the credit to a future cruise (we will be on an Asian cruise on the Majestic in June with very little OBC).

 

I have one idea that involves purchasing speciality coffee cards which I understand if not used can be used on another / future cruise. We do enjoy Lattes! Purchase a few on the TA cruise to be used later on the Asian cruise.

 

Any other ideas?

 

Thanks!

You can "withdraw" it at the casino if it's non-refundable OBC. Put card in slot machine, put balance of OBC on card to play, take a spin or two (or three of you're winning) then cash out.

Or just get the balance refunded at the end of your sailing if it is refundable. Takes about 2-3 weeks, comes via check from accounting firm, then you can apply to whatever you want once home. Put it in bank, buy yourself some OBC for next cruise, whatever...

Thanks for the tip about the casino. Might use it! I understand that OBC from Princess (the OBC I am getting is from Princess, not the TA)is non-refundable...true?

Thanks for the tip about the casino. Might use it! I understand that OBC from Princess (the OBC I am getting is from Princess, not the TA)is non-refundable...true?

Correct.

Thanks for the tip about the casino. Might use it! I understand that OBC from Princess (the OBC I am getting is from Princess, not the TA)is non-refundable...true?

Usually the only refundables are anything you put into it, and the Military OBC.

Personally, think the coffee card idea is a good one;)

Usually the only refundables are anything you put into it, and the Military OBC.

In addition to those credits, I've read that OBC received from moveover offers is also refundable but most have an * next to credits displayed in the Cruise Personalizer stating "Please enjoy using these credits onboard as they are not refundable".