Derek Terry Posted September 26, 2014 Report Share Posted September 26, 2014 Are top tier Crown and Anchor Society events worth going to if you don't consume "adult beverages". This is my first time cruising as a platinum member. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted September 26, 2014 Report Share Posted September 26, 2014 Even if you don't drink, the events can be interesting because you get to hear crew talk about upcoming news/changes as well as it being a good place to meet fellow cruisers who are obviously fans. The events are hit or miss but they are always quick and I've always found it to be worth my time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jticarruthers Posted September 26, 2014 Report Share Posted September 26, 2014 Haven't made it to one yet, we always seem to miss the invite or have something planned at the same time, or forget about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaribbeanPirate Posted September 26, 2014 Report Share Posted September 26, 2014 We usually go to these events. Most people go to them for the free hors d'oeuvres and booze, but some do actually go to hear the latest news and updates about Royal Caribbean. As Matt stated though, this part of it can be hit or miss. Most of the information the crew shares is information that most people usually already know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hooper Posted November 11, 2014 Report Share Posted November 11, 2014 The helipad gathering on Oasis is worth it, it's normally a closed area, and it's neat to see the ship from a new perspective. I think it requires Platinum or Emerald level to participate. Matt 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted November 12, 2014 Report Share Posted November 12, 2014 I have to admit, I like the recognition aspect of these events. The booze isn't anything amazing and the topics discussed rarely "rock my world" but it does mean something to me that the company recognizes its loyal customers. Shawn and Hooper 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michelle Posted December 11, 2014 Report Share Posted December 11, 2014 Yep I agree with Matt if you have the time why not, they do give out good food and like Hooper says on some ships they do the parties in venues you cannot normally see. I say try one, then you will know - many times too if you sail that same ship, the staff may start to recognize you for coming into the lounges etc and I always think that is a benefit on any line and ship. Michelle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike Posted December 14, 2014 Report Share Posted December 14, 2014 I also agree that its good they recognize loyalty. Too many companies these days 'recognize' the new comers with great deals and such only to give you the cold shoulder once you're out of contract , etc etc. I think Royal Caribbean ups the ante, even if only in small ways at times, to make you feel more appreciated the longer you stay with them. On our Navigator sailing back in September there were several couples in each category recognized at the gold+ including a few with just plain insane amounts of days sailed racked up. Pro tip that I learned, they all had b2b cruises in common haha. Matt and DocLC 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocLC Posted December 14, 2014 Report Share Posted December 14, 2014 The last time I was at such an event was 2006; I'm curious to see how it's changed. Back then they offered quite a spread including sushi, although I'm guessing that's gone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted December 16, 2014 Report Share Posted December 16, 2014 The last time I was at such an event was 2006; I'm curious to see how it's changed. Back then they offered quite a spread including sushi, although I'm guessing that's gone. Sushi? What ship and what status? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocLC Posted December 16, 2014 Report Share Posted December 16, 2014 Legend, 12/31/05 sailing from Tampa, Platinum before all the new tiers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted December 19, 2014 Report Share Posted December 19, 2014 Legend, 12/31/05 sailing from Tampa, Platinum before all the new tiers. That's great! DocLC 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocLC Posted December 19, 2014 Report Share Posted December 19, 2014 That was back when Platinum meant something. Now it's just a lowly level on the way to Pinnacle, and I'll admit that I've been looking at ways to rack up points, like sailing in a suite on the 12 night Brilliance cruise, then reality (price) sets in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike Posted December 24, 2014 Report Share Posted December 24, 2014 That was back when Platinum meant something. Now it's just a lowly level on the way to Pinnacle, and I'll admit that I've been looking at ways to rack up points, like sailing in a suite on the 12 night Brilliance cruise, then reality (price) sets in.Sounds like me with my lottery dreams on how to get to diamond+ in a few 13 day suite cruises solo. Triple points for the win! DocLC 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LanaH Posted August 21, 2015 Report Share Posted August 21, 2015 That was back when Platinum meant something. Now it's just a lowly level on the way to Pinnacle, and I'll admit that I've been looking at ways to rack up points, like sailing in a suite on the 12 night Brilliance cruise, then reality (price) sets in. Do a couple of 7 day BTB in a Jr Suite - worked for us - wasn't planned that way but what the heck! DocLC 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monctonguy Posted August 21, 2015 Report Share Posted August 21, 2015 I was invited to a "welcome back" or something on my last cruise. I was surprised, as I have cruised many times and never been invited. It was nice just to see others, hear some stories and enjoy a few drinks for free. I am going from gold to platinum on my upcoming cruise and then after my next 2 cruises I should almost be emerald. Once I reach emerald, I am seriously considering doing something like a 14 day transatlantic cruise....they are pretty cheap and that would get me 28-42 points depending on what room I book which would basically bump me all the way to Diamond from emerald. I figure even if the airfare's are a little pricey, its still cheaper than having to fly to another 4-5 cruises to make Diamond. DocLC 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocLC Posted August 21, 2015 Report Share Posted August 21, 2015 I will say the top tier event on the Brilliance a couple of weeks ago was nearly as good as the one back in 2006. They had music, performers,moot and cold appetizers, desserts that included chocolate covered strawberries, and you could even order drinks at the bar if you didn't want one of the server passed ones. im wondering, though, if this is limited to longer cruises or the ship as the one on the Jewel wasn't nearly as nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted August 21, 2015 Report Share Posted August 21, 2015 I was invited to a "welcome back" or something on my last cruise. I was surprised, as I have cruised many times and never been invited. It was nice just to see others, hear some stories and enjoy a few drinks for free. I am going from gold to platinum on my upcoming cruise and then after my next 2 cruises I should almost be emerald. Once I reach emerald, I am seriously considering doing something like a 14 day transatlantic cruise....they are pretty cheap and that would get me 28-42 points depending on what room I book which would basically bump me all the way to Diamond from emerald. I figure even if the airfare's are a little pricey, its still cheaper than having to fly to another 4-5 cruises to make Diamond. I'm at Emerald now and I'm all for plans to get you from Emerald to Diamond as quickly as possible. We will hit diamond after the group cruise on Allure coming up in February! Galveston Steve, Dcruiser and DocLC 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocLC Posted August 21, 2015 Report Share Posted August 21, 2015 I have 16 points to go until Diamond, so I might need to squeeze in a cruise and/or upgrade to a junior suite so that I'm Diamond before Europe next summer. Or, I could just sail as a single on the group cruise and rack up double points that way. :) Dcruiser 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted August 21, 2015 Report Share Posted August 21, 2015 I have 16 points to go until Diamond, so I might need to squeeze in a cruise and/or upgrade to a junior suite so that I'm Diamond before Europe next summer. Or, I could just sail as a single on the group cruise and rack up double points that way. :) That would get you 14. Not that we don't want you to join us! The solo on Quantum for 8 nights was the best thing I ever did in terms of C&A Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocLC Posted August 21, 2015 Report Share Posted August 21, 2015 Remember, I have the Liberty the month before, so I'd end the group cruise with 21 points. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted August 21, 2015 Report Share Posted August 21, 2015 Remember, I have the Liberty the month before, so I'd end the group cruise with 21 points. ;) Ah yes! Then all the more reason to book the group cruise! DocLC 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dcruiser Posted October 27, 2018 Report Share Posted October 27, 2018 @mike It doesn’t take a lottery win . My family and I booked our first cruise in October 2015. My husband been begging me over 20 years, but I’ve always declined. Anyway, after all of my cruises the next two months I will need two more cruises for diamond plus. That’s 3 years and two months to be exact. . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cez Posted October 29, 2018 Report Share Posted October 29, 2018 On 8/21/2015 at 6:06 PM, Matt said: Ah yes! Then all the more reason to book the group cruise! Am I missing something ? Does it mean that transatlantic or group cruises gives you more points ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
princevaliantus Posted October 29, 2018 Report Share Posted October 29, 2018 20 minutes ago, Cez said: Does it mean that transatlantic or group cruises gives you more points ? Unless @Matt can work his magic, you have a better chance of hitting the Mega Ball!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted October 29, 2018 Report Share Posted October 29, 2018 1 hour ago, Cez said: Am I missing something ? Does it mean that transatlantic or group cruises gives you more points ? I was just making a joke that going on the group cruise would get him to the next point plateau. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mworkman Posted October 29, 2018 Report Share Posted October 29, 2018 There must have been a lot of higher C&A members above us on Oasis this last cruise because we never got the invite......but then again we're mere Platinum members at the time. That was our first cruise as Platinum members. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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