Matt

I've heard of many issues getting to CocoCay and skipped stops. The good news (or is it bad news) is it can happen any month of the year. I don't think any one month is more susceptible to it than another. I wouldn't necessarily worry about it. It's a definite possibility you may have to skip CocoCay if the seas are too rough or winds too high, but there's a risk with any port you visit you may not be able to stop there.

I've heard Strongbow in bottles is available in the Globe and Atlas pub on Independence of the Seas, so you may want to ask for it. As for what's covered by the package, unless the beer sells for more than $10-12 per bottle, it's usually covered in the package. The exceptions tend to be the enormous sized bottled beer.

Haven't heard if it will return. I know many people enjoyed it last year (myself included). So one thing you have to understand is pricing changes daily (if not more often). Some people believe RC increases the price during these sorts of sales but I don't buy it. You can't compare the price today versus a few weeks from now if/when this sale is announced because prices change all the time. Last year I had a cruise booked and then KSF was announced and we re-priced and saved money on it. YMMV

From what I can tell, the free drinks package requires a special code of BEVERAGE to get it. I dont think the website supports codes but calling Royal Caribbean directly or using a TA, they can apply it.

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The Windjammer does have pizza usually. I know Serenade used to have a pizzeria but I believe it was removed in the ship's refurbishment (along with Sea View Cafe). There is Park Cafe onboard which has amazing roast beef sandwiches, among other snacks.

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Welcome to the boards Suzy! Any friend of Michelle and Beci is welcome here

So for my upcoming cruises I see the packages priced 35/49/55 and when you add it to your cart, the service charge is tacked on if you expand the details. They unbundled the gratuity in advertising the package price a little while ago but it is still being added after because if you do the math on the advertised prices, they are still less than the cart price.

Nicely done Mike!

Swimming with sharks? I'm too scared for that! LOL

Welcome to the message boards Sky!

You're right, that's essentially it

RC hasn't said one way or another. It's still in development.

Isn't that the best feeling? Well, second best feeling to maybe embarkation day!

Yes, Izumi is the Japanese restaurant that specializes in sushi My Time dining means instead of going to the main dining room at a preset time, you can show up anytime or make a reservation in advance and be seated on your schedule. You may not have the same table mates or waiters

On Radiance class, I know that while the roof can retract, I've heard it rarely does.

According to Royal Caribbean's floor plans, 1864 is a Large Ocean View Stateroom (category F).

Sold!

Quantum-class ships have Michael's Genuine Pub, which specializes in craft beers

Quantum class also has a retractable roof

I'm surprised the TripAdvisor reviews are only so-so for a Hilton resort. The hotel in Fort Lauderdale I always hear good things about for people taking a cruise is the Embassy Suites. It's good and right at the port. The other good one is the Holiday Inn, which has park and shuttle included.

Sometimes it feels good to be wrong!

It's my guess that the deal they do is remove discounts on the cruise fare by offering you the drink package instead. Walt Disney World does this with their free dining package. They offer you their dining plan for free but they force you to pay rack rate for their hotel rooms. It's still a cost savings in the grand scheme of things but it's not the steal it may sound like.

I refuse to get in the water with sting rays! :ph34r: