Gift for Cabin Steward (even if it isn't "Stewart"

I'm going to be on the Sovereign again (in just 4 days!!!). I want to seek out and talk to my "old" cabin steward from our cruise last month, and take her a gift.

 

Suggestions?

No fair, Carol. You just got off her and you're already going back! I'm jealous. No suggestions for gifts but have a great time.

How about some chocolates (not mints, LOL!). She probably doesn't need stuff to clutter her small living space, and who doesn't like Godiva??? :D

How about a pedicure or manicure kit or some lotion? Or a gift card for a store you know she'll be able to visit soon?

 

Terri, I'm allergic to chocolate, so no godiva for me :D

 

Carol, I hope you have a wonderful time!!

 

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A phone card is always nice. Being from Pennsylvania, why not something from Herseys.

But being that the ship is based out of Canaveral . . . how about a gift card that can be spent at some of the stores that the crew go to? The crew shuttle goes to Wal-mart and Merritt Square Mall.

 

I know most people would say phone cards, but the ship sells the crew phone cards at fairly good rates/minute and there is a serious phone card 'mafia' on every cruise ship out there . . .

Carol, Travelgrrl had some great suggestions:

 

Phone cards; manicure/travel set; and gift bags with battery operated candles, candy, chapstick, toiletries, playing cards, things like that. She said that "the reaction has been out of sight."

 

PS: Have fun w/ you-know-who. We're all looking forward to your live posts! :D ~ Lorna

But being that the ship is based out of Canaveral . . . how about a gift card that can be spent at some of the stores that the crew go to? The crew shuttle goes to Wal-mart and Merritt Square Mall.

 

I know most people would say phone cards, but the ship sells the crew phone cards at fairly good rates/minute and there is a serious phone card 'mafia' on every cruise ship out there . . .

Ok, I won't/can't get Walmart gift cards. What else is nearby (in the Merritt Sq Mall or elsewhere) where crew members are likely to go?

 

I had thought of the phone cards, too, but also decided that they do better with this on their own. Besides, she's from the Bahamas, and that's where the ship stops!

 

I'm going to look into Hershey chocolate - GREAT idea, Estella. Maybe I could fit one of those Ben re-enactors into my bag.............They're ALL OVER the place this week, being Ben's 300th birthday.

 

Thanks for all the good wishes.

 

No fair, Carol. You just got off her and you're already going back! I'm jealous. No suggestions for gifts but have a great time.

Now, Wrona, you KNOW that I am NOT going on this for the "cruise." ;) If he were in Vegas next week, I'd be flying to Vegas.

 

And Lorna, I WILL post. I promise. I may even get Steve to add a few words of wisdom............ (just for those who don't believe that this is all for real ?!?!?!??!)

 

A A A A A A A G G G G G G H H H H H H H ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! How will I last through the next three and a half days????? 84 hours from right now, I'll be airborne, heading to MCO!!!

Ahh, good ole Ben! I went to the school he founded and he was everywhere. I have several pictures of me sitting in his lap on campus.

How about a Visa gift card;) She can use that any where she wants.:D

Just talked to Steve (be jealous, be VERY jealous) and HE said that when I get there, we'll hop on the crew shuttle and go to the mall and I can get her a gift card at any store there!

 

ISN'T HE AN ANGEL? ;)

How about a nice note card with some cash.

Just talked to Steve (be jealous, be VERY jealous) and HE said that when I get there, we'll hop on the crew shuttle and go to the mall and I can get her a gift card at any store there!

 

ISN'T HE AN ANGEL? ;)

 

Sounds like it!

How about a nice note card with some cash.

No, I really don't think that that's appropriate. She is NOT my cabin steward. I tipped her lavishly when she was. I just want a little "thinking of you" kind of recognition.

OMG. How did I miss all this? MM is returning for a cruise, because of someone she "met" on a cruise!!! I am on these boards every day. How do I miss interesting and important "stuff" like that?:D :D :D

Dear Carol,

I have not been able to get on our MOS WGIG crew board since New Year's. The one time I was on I did pick up about you know who. I have a few days off next week and I have a LOT of catching up to do. It's great! Have a gpod time. Maybe you should inquire about a frequent companion coupon booklet. Do you need a chaperone? I'm very good at that. Also,

I'm local and could escort you to and from the airport. You might need someone to make sure you get on the plane home.

Merion Mom, How about some recent magazines, for example People or OK. We left ours with our room steward on our last cruise and they absolutely loved it. Have a great time!!

Carol, I have no good ideas that haven't been mentioned already. I'm just sooooo happy for you that you'll be sailing again with HIM! :D

Dear Carol' date='

I have not been able to get on our MOS WGIG crew board since New Year's. The one time I was on I did pick up about you know who. I have a few days off next week and I have a LOT of catching up to do. It's great! Have a gpod time. Maybe you should inquire about a frequent companion coupon booklet. Do you need a chaperone? I'm very good at that. Also,

I'm local and could escort you to and from the airport. You might need someone to make sure you get on the plane home.[/quote']Hey, fellow WGIG!

 

Here's a little known fact: crew/staff (not sure how the definition works) can take someone for FREE in their crew cabin ANY TIME THEY WANT, with 30 days advance notice. We didn't have 30 days to arrange this, and they wouldn't bend the rules. It's only 20 days between. :) So, if this all works out..........I'll be cruisin' without payin'!

 

Carol

Charter Member 57C

It's Cabin Attendant Merion Mom :p

 

Have you ever noticed what the ship staff brings back in those plastic bags from Walmart when we stop in port??? SNACKS. Salty Snacks and Junk food. Things like Hot Fries too.

OMG. How did I miss all this? MM is returning for a cruise, because of someone she "met" on a cruise!!! I am on these boards every day. How do I miss interesting and important "stuff" like that?:D :D :D

Patti, for the "rest of the story", click on the link in my signature! ;)

Hey, fellow WGIG!

 

Here's a little known fact: crew/staff (not sure how the definition works) can take someone for FREE in their crew cabin ANY TIME THEY WANT, with 30 days advance notice. We didn't have 30 days to arrange this, and they wouldn't bend the rules. It's only 20 days between. :) So, if this all works out..........I'll be cruisin' without payin'!

 

Carol

Charter Member 57C

 

not all crew . . . just those with staff/officer status and a single cabin

 

(would hate to be in a small bunk bed room built for 2 with 3 people in it :D )

I seee. We are a fan of dueling pianos and Boleros! I understand the references now. That's wonderful. Enjoy your cruise!:D

 

-Patti:)

not all crew . . . just those with staff/officer status and a single cabin

 

(would hate to be in a small bunk bed room built for 2 with 3 people in it :D )

AGREED! (he DOES get a single cabin............:D ....um......not that I've seen it or anything............;) )

Ahh, good ole Ben! I went to the school he founded and he was everywhere. I have several pictures of me sitting in his lap on campus.

 

Wrona, you sound so much younger in your posts. Are you really over 200 years old? :confused: ;)