We are concierge....my other family is not...

[Uncleromulus]

Seriously, you are really very angry about something that does not affect you in any way. Does your rationale also include not allowing a family member into a concierge cabin because they 'don't belong' (your words in quotes). My daughter and son in-law will most certainly spend a great deal of time in my concierge cabin.

That's swell--what Concierge perks will they be taking advantage of that they didn't pay for??

 

[jmpurdy]

That's swell--what Concierge perks will they be taking advantage of that they didn't pay for??

Where should I send your concierge police badge?

 

[belac]

 

[Uncleromulus]

Where should I send your concierge police badge?

That's funny! Would look nice alongside my 4th grade school Safety badge!!

As I already stated, I can't do anything about any of this except if I see any of it to let DCL know about it and how I--and a # of others I might add--feel about it.

And that I will do!!

 

[SuperDry]

The way this thread is progressing reminds me of two sayings:

"The only time you should look in someone else's bowl is to make sure they have enough."

"There's a little bit of Captain in everyone!"

 

[Skiton]

The way this thread is progressing reminds me of two sayings:

"The only time you should look in someone else's bowl is to make sure they have enough."

"There's a little bit of Captain in everyone!"

The one that's been going through my head is what I tell my 8-year-old all the time:

"YOU worry about YOU."

 

[tinkerone]

As I already stated, I can't do anything about any of this except if I see any of it to let DCL know about it and how I--and a # of others I might add--feel about it.

i have to go back to, how will you know? will you ask everyone to present their kttw card to you? you will never never know who doesn't belong.
and please calm down, you sound upset and its not good for you. maybe its just me reading your words wrong but you sound so distressed. let it go. if you do ever see something you don't like then by all means, report it. till then, don't worry.
my favourite saying is 'it is what it is'.

 

[aidtrismommy]

I feel sad for the people that are going to spend their cruise looking around at others, wondering who should or shouldn't be in any one place, and not enjoying the amazing vacation that they have worked hard for.

 

[NYdizneymom]

WOW!

 

[NHDisneyFan]

I feel sad for the people that are going to spend their cruise looking around at others, wondering who should or shouldn't be in any one place, and not enjoying the amazing vacation that they have worked hard for.

That's not happening here. Some of us simply like to follow rules and enjoy structure. We have a hard time breaking out of that part of our personality. While our friend may say 'come with me, I'll get you in' we would not consider doing that as we feel it would be disrespectful to the concierge host - putting them on the spot to let us bend the rules. People do have different personalities folks, doesn't mean either side is a horrible person.

 

[MrPTato]

That's not happening here. Some of us simply like to follow rules and enjoy structure. We have a hard time breaking out of that part of our personality. While our friend may say 'come with me, I'll get you in' we would not consider doing that as we feel it would be disrespectful to the concierge host - putting them on the spot to let us bend the rules. People do have different personalities folks, doesn't mean either side is a horrible person.

Totally agree!

 

[shelbell77]

That's not happening here. Some of us simply like to follow rules and enjoy structure. We have a hard time breaking out of that part of our personality. While our friend may say 'come with me, I'll get you in' we would not consider doing that as we feel it would be disrespectful to the concierge host - putting them on the spot to let us bend the rules. People do have different personalities folks, doesn't mean either side is a horrible person.

Perfectly said! When we sailed non-concerige and someone else in our group was concierge we never dreamed of even asking for any benefits - we didn't pay for them. Similarly when we are concierge and someone else in our group is not - we never have asked for any special consideration. They didn't pay for it. Unfortunately not everyone has the same values. It is what it is.

 

[TestingH2O]

we would not consider doing that as we feel it would be disrespectful to the concierge host - putting them on the spot to let us bend the rules

This is my thing. I have said the same thing when people suggest that they will get concierge to just "bend the rules" and get them Mickey Mail even though DCL has explicitly stated that it is not happening any more. I think it is a very fine line to tread: when are you getting extra service vs when are you asking people to violate policy on your behalf? My line is clearly in a different spot than other people's line.

In terms of the original question, I have found the lounge to be crowded at times and I think adding extra people could really impact the experience. However, I am not spending vacation time memorizing fellow guests' faces and keeping track of who is concierge and who is not. I think the hosts have a hard job with trying to find the balance between making guests happy and preserving the experience for everyone.

 

[savage1117]

I'm sorry but if you spend any time in the lounge during your cruise you know who is and who isn't staying concierge. Last cruise there was an older couple staying concierge but ther daughters family joined us to meet Minnie on the concierge deck. And I know this because I met them in the mco area before boarding the DCL bus to port. Did I mind, not really but I did pay for concierge and the daughters family did not.

 

[Uncleromulus]

And of course we seem to be discussing Family members getting free concierge lounge benefits.

Would that extend to --lets say--some of my non concierge friends??

And if not--why?? They aren't concierge just as your family members aren't.

They see me in the lounge and want to come in as well.. grab some food, wine, the good coffee.

 

[jmpurdy]

And of course we seem to be discussing Family members getting free concierge lounge benefits.

Would that extend to --lets say--some of my non concierge friends??

And if not--why?? They aren't concierge just as your family members aren't.

They see me in the lounge and want to come in as well.. grab some food, wine, the good coffee.

You seem intent on insisting that people pay ALOT more for concierge just to sneak their family/friends into the lounge and you are very angry about it. My daughter and son-in-law will spend time in our cabin, on our verandah, eat the food I order from room service or a coffee that I bring to them from the lounge? And it's none of your business.

 

[savage1117]

You seem intent on insisting that people pay ALOT more for concierge just to sneak their family/friends into the lounge and you are very angry about it. My daughter and son-in-law will spend time in our cabin, on our verandah, eat the food I order from room service or a coffee that I bring to them from the lounge? And it's none of your business.

Your room is perfectly fine, I don't see that as being a perk because they are your guest. Bringing them into the lounge or other restricted concierge areas is very different.

 

[CesD]

Everyone's definition of acceptable behavior is different and so many areas are gray.

My question is, if you think it isn't a big deal to get food / drinks from the lounge for non conceirge family or it's OK to book excursions early for them, when does it become NOT OK? Can I book concierge for me and my husband then book my kids in an inside stateroom and get them the snacks and take them to the meet and greet? What if my in laws, my parents, my brothers and their families linked to my reservation, would it still be "no biggie" ?
What if we were having a family reunion on board- would it still be ok with you if all 50 of us were to hypothetically link our reservations to the 2 people in that category so we could book excursions early, get pastries and drinks from the lounge and enjoy it in the stateroom?

Some would say this treads the same line as people who pay to see 1 movie and then walks into another screening afterwards. Or people who take a few office supplies from their workplace home.

If I stayed at a hotel that provided free breakfast as part of my stay, would it be OK if my family staying at the hotel next door walked up to my room and I brought them food from the free breakfast spread? Would it be OK if my family ate at a restaurant and my husband only ordered an appetizer and I opted to eat from the salad bar and then I proceed to share my salad bar food with him?

I'm not trying to say one way is right or wrong, but that so many other " is this ok?" sinarios come to mind.

 

[Hundredacre]

This is an interesting discussion. At first glance I thought, who cares what those fools paying concierge prices do!!
But then I started to think that that is why people feel so strongly about it. The people who slip others in with them are doing it because they feel like they paid so much they are entitled. And the people arguing on the opposite side also feel like they paid so much that they want to be sure others who did not pay as much benefit unfairly. From my perspective both sides are misdirecting their anger. I would say ultimately both sides are angry with themselves for paying ridiculous prices for the experience of being able to say you are concierge and go to a silly not very impressive lounge and eat extra food you don't need.

 

[Expatriat]

Hundredacre - I would bet you have never sailed Concierge on the Dream or Fantasy, so are basing your opinions on something you have never experienced. It isn't about the food. Many of us are quite slim and eat lightly to stay that way, and even rarely drink alcohol. That isn't the issue. Neither is showing off. When we are able to sail in a Concierge suite, it is worth it to us to be away from the huge crowds on the newer ships and have a nice, peaceful place to relax and enjoy our vacation. When we are not Concierge, we enjoy our cruise in different ways. From my view it is about right and wrong, about bending if not breaking the rules and policies, and trying to get something for someone who did not pay for it, be it the lounge or character party or whatever. Now for those who say it's okay if the "Disney Cruise Corporation" says it is, I say take the question up the ladder to corporate headquarters and let's see their endorsement of going against their policies, since that is what you are implying. The Concierge hosts are wonderful people who do everything within their power to please their guests. That includes TRYING not to say "no" if at all possible. How many of you who have brought non-Concierge family or friends into the lounge or sun deck were invited to do so by a Concierge host as THEIR idea, WITHOUT you ASKING THEM or giving them a sob story about your poor mother/brother/whomever in a regular cabin who was so sad to not be with you? You are putting them on the spot by even hinting for an invitation. It's just wrong. But it is obvious that no amount of debate is going to change the minds on either "side" of the issue. It is what it is.