Royal Caribbean CEO Speak Out About Pizza
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The video discusses the recent controversy surrounding a Royal Caribbean International survey regarding potential fees for free pizza at Sorrento's. The host explains that the company conducted a survey to gauge guest reactions to charging for pizza, which resulted in significant public backlash on social media. According to a Facebook post from Royal Caribbean CEO and President Michael Bailey, the survey results showed that 80 percent of guests opposed a charge, while 25 percent indicated they would consider switching to other cruise lines if fees were implemented. Consequently, the company confirmed they will not be charging for pizza. The host uses this incident to critique the broader trend of cruise lines nickel and diming customers by adding fees to previously included amenities. He argues that instead of reducing the value of the base cruise experience to recoup costs, companies should focus on offering new, optional paid experiences like specialty dining or new attractions to increase profitability without negatively impacting the core guest experience.
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the survey said 80 percent of guests were opposed 20 percent of guests said they would still go for pizza with a charge
25 percent of guests survey said they would consider other lines
we are not charging for pizza
I sure would not want to pay for the pizza
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