Neaxan

We did Tallinn without a tour. We took a taxi to the Alexander-Newski-Cathedral first thing in the morning before the Hop on Hop off bus even starts. The taxis wait at the end of the pier. That way you beat the crowds and spare yourself from hiking the hill up to the cathedral. You then walk down the Pikk Jalg into the city centre which is easily walkable. After walking around and having lunch we took the Hop on Hop off bus to see a bit more of the city. Bonus point: the bus drops you off at the pier.

We did Tallinn without a tour. We took a taxi to the Alexander-Newski-Cathedral first thing in the morning before the Hop on Hop off bus even starts. The taxis wait at the end of the pier. That way you beat the crowds and spare yourself from hiking the hill up to the cathedral. You then walk down the Pikk Jalg into the city centre which is easily walkable. After walking around and having lunch we took the Hop on Hop off bus to see a bit more of the city. Bonus point: the bus drops you off at the pier.

Our experience on the Symphony TA was that 12 nights were way too short to experience all the things we wanted to try on board. Bearing in mind that the Symphony TA only had two ports (Malaga and Port Canaveral) and the Wonder TA will have 5 (Palma de Mallorca, Valencia, Malaga, Cartagena, Nassau), I'm sure even 14 nights will feel like no time at all.

Our experience on the Symphony TA was that 12 nights were way too short to experience all the things we wanted to try on board. Bearing in mind that the Symphony TA only had two ports (Malaga and Port Canaveral) and the Wonder TA will have 5 (Palma de Mallorca, Valencia, Malaga, Cartagena, Nassau), I'm sure even 14 nights will feel like no time at all.

Back on track with another Royal cruise. Rather than losing 450 € non refundable deposit (there is no refundable deposit option in Germany), we've changed our booking to the Wonder transatlantic starting 30th October 2022. At least I won't have to pay around 1000 $  for testing to see the ports. We'll just stay on board until Port Canaveral - I can visit Spain any time I want with our RV.
Long story short: kindly add me to October 30, 2022 Wonder transatlantic. Thanks 😃

We did Croatia and Montenegro by RV. Both Kotor and Split are easily walkable. Just get in town and walk around. Not sure about Montenegro as we parked directly in the city, but you can use Uber in Croatia if your ship is far out from the city. Usually Uber are normal taxis but you save the hassle of ordering and paying them.

Best part of our visit wasn't the excursion but walking into town. There's a nice fort on the way and you'll cross the pontoon bridge which is brightly illuminated after dark. Willemstad is pretty to wander around. There's also a very small beach in town if you want to cool off without taking a taxi. It's called Punda Beach or Playa de los Venezolanos.

We loved Wonderland on Symphony and are planning to do it twice on our next cruise. You should be a bit adventurous as they don't serve your run-of-the-mill food - it's just as advertised - imaginative cuisine. It's also helpful if you like seafood because quite a few of the appetizers are seafood. As for chosing what to eat, we let our waitress decide and it worked out great for us.
If you want some ideas what to expect here's our first experience in Wonderland:
 

Best part of our visit wasn't the excursion but walking into town. There's a nice fort on the way and you'll cross the pontoon bridge which is brightly illuminated after dark. Willemstad is pretty to wander around. There's also a very small beach in town if you want to cool off without taking a taxi. It's called Punda Beach or Playa de los Venezolanos.

And now we're all curious.

On the Odyssey last month it was $25 per day onboard.  We didn't purchase it before the cruise due to getting free Crown and Anchor days and it was only a six day cruise...Cheaper to purchase the days we needed.  

Thanks for your input. Guess this will be a gamble. I currently have booked the package for 19,86 € (about 21 $) as it's down from around 23 € (about 24 $). As long as the onboard price is lower than 30 $, I'd save money by buying onboard. If it's higher (or the exchange rate less favorable) it's more expensive onboard.
@Midwest Cruiser Interesting idea, but doesn't work out for us as we'll only be getting one Voom for one device. That's enough for being contactable and for hubby to watch soccer.
Btw, before changing our booking from Odyssey to Wonder, we had Voom Surf & Stream for 13,21 € (about 14 $) per day... The current price is ridiculous.

@Neaxan Look at what the KEY cost is for your sailing. You get the VOOM surf and stream with the Key. If the KEY is within 3-5 Dollars a day buy the KEY and it will pay for itself with the Priority Embarkation and Debarkation along with the Embarkation Chops Meal in the Main Dining room. Buying onboard is a steep increase in cost.

Seems like a clear price gouge.  There is no "supply chain disruption" excuse when there's no consumable object (other than electricity) required.  I just watched a video from SIX month ago where the guy said the basic internet was about $10 per day and the premium was $13.  I just checked and the "deal" price right now is $17/$22.  Talk inflation all you want, but I know it's not 140% annually right now lol

Price tends to vary on ship and location sometimes but as of yesterday Oasis OTS was charging $32.99 USD for surf n stream and $25.99 USD for surf only.
Crazy how much their internet has gone up!    

Following. We're also on the Wonder TA and if Royal/Spain relaxes the rules we'd like to get off and explore. If they don't, we'll just stay on board. I'll only start researching once it's clear we can get off without a test. Currently I've got enough research to do for our Sweden vacation in June 🙃

We loved Wonderland on Symphony and are planning to do it twice on our next cruise. You should be a bit adventurous as they don't serve your run-of-the-mill food - it's just as advertised - imaginative cuisine. It's also helpful if you like seafood because quite a few of the appetizers are seafood. As for chosing what to eat, we let our waitress decide and it worked out great for us.
If you want some ideas what to expect here's our first experience in Wonderland:
 

Our last trip it was $30/day I "believe". Don't quote me.
 

I think you have answered your own question.  If you can go without service for the first 6 days, you will definitely be saving alot of money.
As for the onboard price, I have found that the presumed onboard price that the cruise planner shows is pretty accurate.  The onboard pricing for US based trips is $25-27, so 20 € per day seems consistent.  Also, if you have a diamond status or above, there should be additional discount for that which you can apply whenever you purchase it onboard (which you cannot when pre-purchasing through the cruise planner).

I too am a certified diver and my wife is in the process of certification, but for snorkelling, my wife uses a full face mask. They work fanatic and NEVER fog up, even after a couple hours in the water. You need to be aware of the type you buy as there are various versions and qualities. Research the newer versions which allow for air to be cycled, so the air you breathe out can escape. This way you are always breathing fresh air. This is something cheaper / older version did not do. Also make sure the model has a snorkel which can only attach one way with a replaceable rubber seal. I actually tried my wife's one, even diving down underwater and had no issues with water getting in and certainly no fogging unlike my regular face mask which I apple anti-fog gel prior to use.  

I bought one for my Mexico trip last year and it worked out great. No fogging, no trouble breathing. but I chose a special model with a CO2 certification. You'll have to take into account that diving is not possible with the mask as you don't exhale through the snorkel. Not a problem for me as I can get panic attacks when I can't breathe so I'll stay at the surface. Tbh due to my asthma I wouldn't be able to clean the snorkel of water by exhaling anyway.

I bought one for my Mexico trip last year and it worked out great. No fogging, no trouble breathing. but I chose a special model with a CO2 certification. You'll have to take into account that diving is not possible with the mask as you don't exhale through the snorkel. Not a problem for me as I can get panic attacks when I can't breathe so I'll stay at the surface. Tbh due to my asthma I wouldn't be able to clean the snorkel of water by exhaling anyway.

I bought one for my Mexico trip last year and it worked out great. No fogging, no trouble breathing. but I chose a special model with a CO2 certification. You'll have to take into account that diving is not possible with the mask as you don't exhale through the snorkel. Not a problem for me as I can get panic attacks when I can't breathe so I'll stay at the surface. Tbh due to my asthma I wouldn't be able to clean the snorkel of water by exhaling anyway.

Everglades park was super nice. I would recommend it over the drive to Key West which is my second choice.

I have done the drive from Miami to Key West and it was very nice place to visit.  The only issue with that location is it does not lend itself to easily seeing other places in FL.
I second the Everglades National Park suggestion.  
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