zekekelso Posted September 27, 2021 #1 Share Posted September 27, 2021 Was given some money to “make a good cruise great.” How would you spend such money? Nicer room? More exotic excursions in port? More booze and speciality dining in ship? Fancy meals in port? All suggestions welcome!!!! Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaniDanielle Posted September 27, 2021 #2 Share Posted September 27, 2021 I like a nice drink or two! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLcruisergrl Posted September 27, 2021 #3 Share Posted September 27, 2021 I like a nicer room, particularly with a bigger balcony. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firefly333 Posted September 27, 2021 #4 Share Posted September 27, 2021 Went to buy myself a new watch, ... bought 2. Lol and a new purse. Also did specialty dinners 6 nights, and drink pkg. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reallyitsmema Posted September 27, 2021 #5 Share Posted September 27, 2021 Something tangible would make you think of the person who gave you the money but if the instructions were to make a cruise better, I might go for an unlimited dining package. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunshine3601 Posted September 27, 2021 #6 Share Posted September 27, 2021 I prefer to sprinkle the funds around instead of splurging on one big ticket item. Maybe the 3 night dining package, a treatment in the spa (maybe a massage or simple pedicure at sea as long as the spa has a view - not all the ships do), a really nice fun excursion (depends what island you are on), maybe a unique souvenir that you normally wouldn't buy and will be able to look at or use on a regular basis and enjoy. Maybe save a little of the money and buy the gift donor a nice present too😍 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisingNole Posted September 27, 2021 #7 Share Posted September 27, 2021 Royal’s food continues to decline in quality so I’d splurge for the dining package. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiseguy1016 Posted September 27, 2021 #8 Share Posted September 27, 2021 What type of room are you booked in now? If it's an interior or oceanview, I would upgrade to a balcony or maybe even a Junior Suite. Above that, I'm not sure the difference is worth it. The dining package would be nice. What ports will you be in? Is there something in any of them that you have always wanted to try but couldn't justify spending the money? How about a helicopter tour of one of the islands? That would be very memorable. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karmamule Posted September 27, 2021 #9 Share Posted September 27, 2021 My general advice: when you look back on your past cruises or vacations, what are the things that make you the happiest to remember? The yummy food, the exotic location, the wide variety of drinks and entertainment, or your luxurious room/cabin? Whatever forms your fondest memories of past cruises or vacations is where you should put that money for this one. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare John&LaLa Posted September 27, 2021 #10 Share Posted September 27, 2021 Massage, longer the better 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
piercetc4 Posted September 27, 2021 #11 Share Posted September 27, 2021 i would get a nicer cabin. we usually do ov balcony cabins so a splurge to us is getting the junior suite! another option would be make this cruise great by booking another one while onboard so you disembark this cruise with another one to look forward to! 😉 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
time4u2go Posted September 27, 2021 #12 Share Posted September 27, 2021 How much money? I know it's not our business, but that's kind of an important consideration in answering this question. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaroleSS Posted September 27, 2021 #13 Share Posted September 27, 2021 24 minutes ago, karmamule said: My general advice: when you look back on your past cruises or vacations, what are the things that make you the happiest to remember? The yummy food, the exotic location, the wide variety of drinks and entertainment, or your luxurious room/cabin? Whatever forms your fondest memories of past cruises or vacations is where you should put that money for this one. Totally agree! Think about what makes YOU happiest onboard and do more of that! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare bobmacliberty Posted September 27, 2021 #14 Share Posted September 27, 2021 As long as you are in at least a balcony, I'd go with specialty dining. First priority for me is seeing the water from my cabin. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George C Posted September 27, 2021 #15 Share Posted September 27, 2021 We always book a grand suite or higher, also have restaurant package for all dinners , currently have drink package, but may drop that since we have free drinks in suite lounge and get 5 free drink vouchers since we are diamond plus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thomasale Posted September 27, 2021 #16 Share Posted September 27, 2021 I heard the Casino is an easy place to DOUBLE that money and more! 😆😅 2 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karmamule Posted September 27, 2021 #17 Share Posted September 27, 2021 1 minute ago, thomasale said: I heard the Casino is an easy place to DOUBLE that money and more! 😆😅 We keep trying that sort of thing and unfortunately the strategy has not worked out so far. But, we've had lots of fun in the trying! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Tree_skier Posted September 27, 2021 #18 Share Posted September 27, 2021 How much are we talking here? $250 or $2000 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Tree_skier Posted September 27, 2021 #19 Share Posted September 27, 2021 31 minutes ago, George C said: We always book a grand suite or higher, also have restaurant package for all dinners , currently have drink package, but may drop that since we have free drinks in suite lounge and get 5 free drink vouchers since we are diamond plus. I definitely know how to make use of a drink package but think that with both of those at play it would be hard to get value out of the drink package. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindivan Posted September 27, 2021 #20 Share Posted September 27, 2021 1 hour ago, karmamule said: My general advice: when you look back on your past cruises or vacations, what are the things that make you the happiest to remember? The yummy food, the exotic location, the wide variety of drinks and entertainment, or your luxurious room/cabin? Whatever forms your fondest memories of past cruises or vacations is where you should put that money for this one. ^^ This. Not knowing what you have booked for rooms or meals it’s like asking someone if they like apples or oranges better. Totally subjective I would splurge on a bigger room. To an extent. (Double sink?! Worth a lot to us). And then I would eat and drink better. Very fun someone gave you some cash to make your trip better! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
time4u2go Posted September 28, 2021 #21 Share Posted September 28, 2021 1 hour ago, Tree_skier said: How much are we talking here? $250 or $2000 Yeah I'm wondering if we are talking about $50? $500? $5000? Kinda makes a difference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhillyFan33579 Posted September 28, 2021 #22 Share Posted September 28, 2021 My first recommendation would be a nicer cabin, but hard to answer your question without knowing your current situation and how much money you are talking about. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare brillohead Posted September 28, 2021 #23 Share Posted September 28, 2021 For me it would depend on the ship and the itinerary, as well as the number of zeros involved in the donation. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Missusdubbya Posted September 28, 2021 #24 Share Posted September 28, 2021 Excursions or booze 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norwich Cruiser Posted September 28, 2021 #25 Share Posted September 28, 2021 Only on Oasis class ships maybe the three night dining package. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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