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    kpersons09 got a reaction from scottb76 in Symphony of the Seas April 6-14, 2024 Southern Caribbean   
    I have Aruba as the late night. We have a sunset schooner cruise booked. My notes have Aruba as 9 and Curacao as 6pm but the most recent sailings cruise compas had them leaving Aruba at 8:30 and Curacao at 5:30.
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    kpersons09 reacted to Matt in Hotel in Fort Laderdale   
    Best Fort Lauderdale hotels near the cruise port
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    kpersons09 reacted to SPS in Hotel in Fort Laderdale   
    In addition to the ones pointed out by Gus, these two in the SE 17th Street area also have Airport and Cruise Terminal transportation:
    Four Points Sheraton Fort Lauderdale Airport/Cruise Port
    Hyatt Place Fort Lauderdale Cruise Port
    I had booked Hyatt but got a better rate (and Marriott Rewards points) for staying at the Four Points, but I suggest requesting a room on east side of the building away from Highway 1. 
    What's nice about that area of 17th street is that there are many restaurants and a Publix in walking distance. Also, a Total Wine & More is next to the Publix if you choose to bring wine onboard.
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    kpersons09 reacted to Pooch in Hotel in Fort Laderdale   
    We stayed at the Springhill Suites in Dania Beach in October ($150ish) Hotel/airport shuttle and complementary breakfast.  There was a company in the lobby selling port transfers that I thought were very expensive but you could Uber to PE.  We were going to POM and used SAS Transportation.  In 2 weeks we are staying at the Holiday Inn Ft Lauderdale Airport ($260) and again using SAS.  The Miami Grand Prix is that weekend so hotel prices are higher.
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    kpersons09 reacted to GaryAA in Hotel in Fort Laderdale   
    We stayed there once. It’s a great location but we were not impressed with it, not like other Embassy Suites we’ve been in. Dark and dreary interior. We have  been staying at the Hilton Ft Lauderdale Beach Resort. 
     
     
     
     
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    kpersons09 reacted to BJohnson in xSAILEDx Allure of the Seas - May 28th- June 4th 2023 (7 night western)   
    We have a graduation cruise for our 2 nieces, we can't wait for them to see this type of ship. This will be our first cruise since the Pandemic. Also this will be the first Royal cruise for some of our family too.  
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    kpersons09 got a reaction from WAAAYTOOO in xSAILEDx Allure of the Seas - May 28th- June 4th 2023 (7 night western)   
    Excited to get back on a ship haven't been on a cruise since Jan of 2019 😮 Hoping to find some other teens on this sailing as I have a 12 and 14 yr old boys that were adventure ocean kiddos last we sailed. Hoping to find them some friendly faces to look for or any teen sailong advice. All aboard! 😍
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    kpersons09 got a reaction from spiralqueen in Happy January Sailing ⛵️   
    Sailaway in 3 days!! AHHHH!! Need to get my flip flops out of whatever box they got packed in.?
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    kpersons09 got a reaction from WAAAYTOOO in Happy January Sailing ⛵️   
    Sailaway in 3 days!! AHHHH!! Need to get my flip flops out of whatever box they got packed in.?
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    kpersons09 got a reaction from twangster in Recap - Mariner 4 Night Bahamas - Sept. 21, 2018   
    Your pictures get me everytime @twangster My husband is chastising me in the background at the moments because I'm perusing your posts when we'll be on the ship tomorrow. Just can't help myself ?
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    kpersons09 got a reaction from JLMoran in Recap - Mariner 4 Night Bahamas - Sept. 21, 2018   
    Your pictures get me everytime @twangster My husband is chastising me in the background at the moments because I'm perusing your posts when we'll be on the ship tomorrow. Just can't help myself ?
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    kpersons09 reacted to Lovetocruise2002 in Mariner of the Seas Live(ish)Blog 9/17-9/22   
    This must be so painful for you! #poorpoorMatt
    Following along @CruiseHabit Ric! You're sailing with @twangster ?
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    kpersons09 reacted to DocLC in When is your next cruise?   
    Added! Enjoy your cruises.
    Added.
    I should have known better since the Legend was retired. There's only one LOS now, so that was my fault.
    Posted.
    Enjoy your first Diamond cruise.
    Done!
    Added. Enjoy!
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    Enjoy. I use MEI travel myself, which is a sponsor of this site, for both Royal and non-Royal cruises. Just booked another cruise with Michelle at MEI and have cruises booked with her through 2020 and just returned from one to the Arctic Circle with Holland America that Michelle booked for us.
    Enjoy. I love those little last minute fun cruises. I used to do them all the time when Royal still had a ship in California.
    Added. Great ship!
    Have fun!
    Enjoy!
    Enjoy your first cruise. The Brilliance is a great ship.
    Have a great trip. I love the southern itinerary.
    Have fun. I love Barcelona and have two cruises from there over the next year.
    Enjoy! There are other posters on this sailing with you, too!
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    kpersons09 got a reaction from BermudaDice in Allure of the Seas tips   
    My husband and I were on Allure this past January. We loved going to Park Cafe for all the time it became our go to for everything but dinner. Also walking through the park area to end off the night was a beautiful way to wind down. The show Mama Mia was amazing and even my husband who is not a lover of musicals was blown away by the vocal talent of the cast. Make sure to catch one of the water shows as well since the aqua theater is unique to the Oasis class of ships it can be a once in a lifetime experience. Have a great trip!
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    kpersons09 reacted to Lovetocruise2002 in “Moments on Mariner” – Mariner of the Seas– August 13-17, 2018   
    Final Thoughts:
    I am repeating myself but overall, RC has a great product here in Mariner. As many of you know, I am a huge OA class fan and I am quite critical about the ships I sail. Happy to report that Mariner is smaller but does not feel that small. With all the new additions, she has an OA class feel to her. Rest assured, I am not turning into a small ship girl, but I would not hesitate at all to recommend Mariner to anyone, especially those sailing for the first time. 
    The crew on this ship is excellent. Not one single crew member that I came across seemed overworked or tired or rude. All were excellent and friendly and very personable. The CD, Hugo, was a hoot! Such a character! An amazing amount of energy. Very funny and animated guy. 
    My kids had a great time on Mariner.  They really liked the Sky Pad. When we talked over dinner, they said they still prefer Anthem over Mariner because of the Sea Plex and the fact that they did not care for the salt water pools on Mariner. Other than that, they fully enjoyed themselves. One random thought I did have here regarding kids is that they should have put in Splashaway Bay. If I had younger kids, it would bother me that there would be not as many outdoor activities for the younger kids. My sister (her kids are 4,6) said that she would not sail Mariner for that very reason (lack of water activities for young kids).
    Our stateroom location on Deck 11 (1104) was a perfect location. The hallway was so quiet and private and it was great being so close to the solarium, pool, and WJ.  It was nice having the room new and fresh. This sailing I did realize that with tween girls, it is getting very difficult to share a room with one bathroom. Thank goodness I have a patient husband. There were times this cruise where things got quite dicey with the kids. Lol. First world problems.
    Thank you all for following along with us this cruise. Like I've said before, having you with us makes it more fun. 
    Sadly there really will be no more cruising or blogging for us for the next 6 1/2 months ? For real this time!  Heading back into the classroom to shape our next generation. But the wait will be worth it because our next cruise over March break will be our very first Star Class sailing on my favourite ship, Harmony of the Seas. And of course, I will be back to blog and scope that ?
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    kpersons09 reacted to twangster in Beach towels   
    Wine induced discussion with a friend on land who has only cruised RCI once.  I had to prove her wrong so I brought a pocket measuring tape with me on the next cruise ?
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    kpersons09 reacted to twangster in Beach towels   
    Ship pool/beach towels are approximately 32" x 64".
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    kpersons09 reacted to Lovetocruise2002 in “Moments on Mariner” – Mariner of the Seas– August 13-17, 2018   
    Ice Under the Big Top was one of the more entertaining ice shows that I've watched. I did not scope it but the clown scene was one of the funniest! Make sure you make an effort to watch this one if you sail Mariner. For those not on Periscope, here's  a short scope from the show. Oh, and my kids absolutely loved it! D9 wants to meet the cast and get autographs. I told her to put that on her Genie list for March ?
    https://www.pscp.tv/w/bkI0uzF4TlFhYVJPT2V3UWJ8MU9kSnJweWFFenBLWP91lSskLgRxbpkJkzFV44GOx-Vm4L3FqQzZSvbgT1gq
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    kpersons09 reacted to Lovetocruise2002 in “Moments on Mariner” – Mariner of the Seas– August 13-17, 2018   
    ??? As per your request...

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    kpersons09 reacted to Lovetocruise2002 in “Moments on Mariner” – Mariner of the Seas– August 13-17, 2018   
    Off to the MDR for dinner tonight. Then we'll catch the ice show at 9:15pm. Other than that, not too many other exciting plans. 
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    kpersons09 reacted to Lovetocruise2002 in “Moments on Mariner” – Mariner of the Seas– August 13-17, 2018   
    Lyft Plus from FLL to MIA $72.28.  It took us about 40min to get to the port. Check in was a breeze. We arrived at the curb at 10:45pm, on board by 11am. There is a separate check in and waiting area for JS and above. I did notice that there are a lot of "visitor groups" on board today. 

    Suites waiting area: tight squeeze as the day visitors were also here.

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    kpersons09 reacted to Lovetocruise2002 in “Moments on Mariner” – Mariner of the Seas– August 13-17, 2018   
    Love the decor of the WJ:

    Drink package prices on board:

    The "get out of the WJ; make room others" call  came in at 12:15pm. While it is super crowded here, it still flows better than Anthem.  Hubby and D12 are still eating so we're still here ?
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    kpersons09 reacted to WAAAYTOOO in “Moments on Mariner” – Mariner of the Seas– August 13-17, 2018   
    YIPPEE !!!  Have a GREAT time.
    Envious.  I'm sitting in the airport in DC for a DELAYED flight that is going to get me to Chicago JUST late enough to miss my connection to lovey Fargo, ND.  I have a glorious 8 hours in Chicago to look forward to before the NEXT flight to Fargo.
    Why am I not on a cruise again ??  Oh yeah.  work.  UGH
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    kpersons09 reacted to Lovetocruise2002 in “Moments on Mariner” – Mariner of the Seas– August 13-17, 2018   
    It's cruise day!! Headed off to feed the kids and then hoping to grab a Lyft to the port in about an hour. ?
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