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Paramedic Firefighter here and I also work part time in the ER as a ED Tech, no change here other than washing my hands and using hand sanitizer as usual.  People are going nuts over this thing and do not realize that yes it is deadly but mainly to those that are old/young in age and have secondary conditions such as diabetes or congestive heart failure.  For the average person that is young or middle aged then it is almost like a case of the flu.  The coronavirus is not as lethal as some media outlets are making it seem, that being said I know that it is spreading rapidly but its just not as lethal as some are fearing that it is. 

Paramedic Firefighter here and I also work part time in the ER as a ED Tech, no change here other than washing my hands and using hand sanitizer as usual.  People are going nuts over this thing and do not realize that yes it is deadly but mainly to those that are old/young in age and have secondary conditions such as diabetes or congestive heart failure.  For the average person that is young or middle aged then it is almost like a case of the flu.  The coronavirus is not as lethal as some media outlets are making it seem, that being said I know that it is spreading rapidly but its just not as lethal as some are fearing that it is. 

Paramedic Firefighter here and I also work part time in the ER as a ED Tech, no change here other than washing my hands and using hand sanitizer as usual.  People are going nuts over this thing and do not realize that yes it is deadly but mainly to those that are old/young in age and have secondary conditions such as diabetes or congestive heart failure.  For the average person that is young or middle aged then it is almost like a case of the flu.  The coronavirus is not as lethal as some media outlets are making it seem, that being said I know that it is spreading rapidly but its just not as lethal as some are fearing that it is. 

When in a pinch.....

$675 million

Because toilet paper is the cure for Covid-19. No, wait, it prevents coughing.  No, wait.....

The RCCL stock OBC is not always applicable and often difficult to apply. Be very careful purchasing stock for the purpose of getting OBC. 

Might give me a reason to get off the ship in Nassau again. Maybe.

I have several favorite places, hate to say it but first and foremost, is just being on the ship, after that it would be Cafe 270, and my balcony just watching time go by and enjoying the sights!  
 

A common (and my) take on it is  IF you are low in Crown and Anchor Society, AND if you are not in a suite, AND if you are already going to buy the Voom internet package AND if you are on a Quantum, Oasis, or otherwise amped ship (Navigator, etc) AND if you can snag it for less than $22, then yes, it can be worth it. Otherwise, no.  I've used it 3 times because I've gotten pretty good deals on it and I met all of my qualifications.  But is it necessary? Absolutely not.  

A 16 day cruise in a balcony for less than $1400pp??  Unheard of here in the USA!!! 
 
https://www.royalcaribbean.com/cruises/itinerary/16-night-suez-canal-from-dubai-on-jewel/JW16DXB-3170259218?sail-date=2020-03-23&currency=USD&country=USA&ecid=sl_mdt_shrdln__4645

A 16 day cruise in a balcony for less than $1400pp??  Unheard of here in the USA!!! 
 
https://www.royalcaribbean.com/cruises/itinerary/16-night-suez-canal-from-dubai-on-jewel/JW16DXB-3170259218?sail-date=2020-03-23&currency=USD&country=USA&ecid=sl_mdt_shrdln__4645

I forgot to exclude them recently on a search and was absolutely amazed at how cheap they were!!!  If the prices here were that cheap I could be pinnacle in NO time!!!?

I too went to CK on Anthem and had an absolutely AMAZING experience, as has been mentioned the food is on par with the specialty restaurants if not better, the service is absolutely AMAZING and they really do strive to make you happy.  As I have said in an earlier post I thought that the service was good in the MDR, but that was prior to me ever getting to experience what happens in CK, and that is all without an upcharge.  I can assure you that if the ship that we sail on has a CK, then I will gladly pay the difference (within reason) to upgrade our room for the extra perks as well as access to CK.  There were things in CK that they had that were on the menu in the MDR but they were SO much better and given FAR more love than the dishes in the MDR.  Let me put it this way, I am a foodie, and enjoy eating great food.  While the food in the MDR is good I was hooked on CK within the first 10 minutes of being in there.  I am not going to try and explain it any further, just please do yourself a favor and if you have the opportunity to go to CK please take it!  This is from someone that was not too crazy about going until I saw the reviews on here.......

I have to agree with what has been said here, I have been on quite a few "warm weather" cruises and while I have not had a bad one yet I have to say that Alaska was the absolute  best one that I have had yet.  Canada is definitely on my to do list within the next few years but I know that it will not be as amazing as Alaska was.  That being said, if your pockets can not afford an Alaska cruise at the moment then do what you can afford.  I can tell you that our trip from the point that we left here to the point that we got back home was about $10k we did not do anything that was super expensive, and we also stayed in Seattle for a few days prior to the cruise.  I did splurge for a Junior Suite since it was only $700 more than a balcony at the time of our booking, and that was the only major splurge that we did for the entire trip.  Shore excursions are going to be FAR more expensive than what you are used to!!  

I have to agree with what has been said here, I have been on quite a few "warm weather" cruises and while I have not had a bad one yet I have to say that Alaska was the absolute  best one that I have had yet.  Canada is definitely on my to do list within the next few years but I know that it will not be as amazing as Alaska was.  That being said, if your pockets can not afford an Alaska cruise at the moment then do what you can afford.  I can tell you that our trip from the point that we left here to the point that we got back home was about $10k we did not do anything that was super expensive, and we also stayed in Seattle for a few days prior to the cruise.  I did splurge for a Junior Suite since it was only $700 more than a balcony at the time of our booking, and that was the only major splurge that we did for the entire trip.  Shore excursions are going to be FAR more expensive than what you are used to!!  

I have to agree with what has been said here, I have been on quite a few "warm weather" cruises and while I have not had a bad one yet I have to say that Alaska was the absolute  best one that I have had yet.  Canada is definitely on my to do list within the next few years but I know that it will not be as amazing as Alaska was.  That being said, if your pockets can not afford an Alaska cruise at the moment then do what you can afford.  I can tell you that our trip from the point that we left here to the point that we got back home was about $10k we did not do anything that was super expensive, and we also stayed in Seattle for a few days prior to the cruise.  I did splurge for a Junior Suite since it was only $700 more than a balcony at the time of our booking, and that was the only major splurge that we did for the entire trip.  Shore excursions are going to be FAR more expensive than what you are used to!!  

Yes.  They have several sunken planes and ships with great fish in about 8-10 feet of water about 100 yards off the beach.  Also the rock breakers have great fish as well.
Life guards are on duty.  There are several floats for resting as well.
Gear can be rented on the island.

...and Dad's. I am married with 2 boys. I do all the cooking for my family, as my wife is a Nurse and doesn't get home till later than us. I am looking forward to doughnuts, bagels, fruit and COFFEE delivered to my room EVERY MORNING, no meal prep (i cook my personal meals for the entire week) on Sunday,  and no nightly dinners for the family, followed by the DISHES! Its the small things...ill worry about being back to Mr. Mom post cruise.  

I am not a stay at home mom but I am one of the few cooks on my shift at the fire department, and I also end up cooking when I get home as well due to me being the first one home when I work at my part time job. I completely feel your pain, I enjoy cooking but sometimes it is nice to sit and let someone else cater to your needs and allow you to sit back and relax! Enjoy your cruise I am sure that you deserve it!!

I am not a stay at home mom but I am one of the few cooks on my shift at the fire department, and I also end up cooking when I get home as well due to me being the first one home when I work at my part time job. I completely feel your pain, I enjoy cooking but sometimes it is nice to sit and let someone else cater to your needs and allow you to sit back and relax! Enjoy your cruise I am sure that you deserve it!!

I am not a stay at home mom but I am one of the few cooks on my shift at the fire department, and I also end up cooking when I get home as well due to me being the first one home when I work at my part time job. I completely feel your pain, I enjoy cooking but sometimes it is nice to sit and let someone else cater to your needs and allow you to sit back and relax! Enjoy your cruise I am sure that you deserve it!!

I have been watching a lot of videos of people ordering room service on their cruise. The room service menu has a lot of good looking food on it! Sad to say, I am so excited to order room service and just eat it in my room or on the balcony. Just relax and chill doing nothing. This may be one of the highlights of the cruise for me! LOL....BTW, I am a mom who will be taking a vacation from cooking too!

Not at all, last cruise we went to the Coastal Kitchen and saw someone in a wife beater, pajamas and fuzzy slippers.  As long as you are presentable I have not seen anyone turned away at all. 

Not at all, last cruise we went to the Coastal Kitchen and saw someone in a wife beater, pajamas and fuzzy slippers.  As long as you are presentable I have not seen anyone turned away at all.