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We did the dolphins in cozumel and it was great! The pictures are ridiculously priced and you can talk them down a bit but they came out great. It was a once in a lifetime but we had a great day. Did the dolphins and then stayed at the nature park awhile and then hit senior frogs on the way back. I've never been to Falmouth so can't compare specifically but Cozumel was worth it. Jane

This sounds amazing! Jane

Ok...i really have to get out to California again. We honeymoons in San Fran but were not beer drinkers them and I'm pretty sure they didn't have this ice cream! Jane

How is it different from sabor? Jane

So glad you had an amazing trip. Loved catching your scopes! I think if we ever do oasis class we will definitely spend the money for an ocean balcony... it seems worth it so my hubby doesn't feel like he is in a shopping mall! I really enjoyed Costa maya...we went and saw the Mayan ruins, came back and hooked a ride to the beach. We had beautiful views, free chairs and actually didn't get harassed. I can't remember if we did the shuttle or it was a taxi, but we were in a closed minivan and didn't get hollered at! We may have gotten lucky?! I find sweet drink fatigue to be very real (found myself buying beer even though I was trying to get my drink pkg worth) but patron and pineapple juice sounds amazing! Thanks for all the insights... hope the emergency wasn't too bad. Have your started planning the next cruise yet? Jane

We have very good friends in San Clemente and I will have to mention these. A peanut butter stout sounds absolutely amazing! Jane

is that because you are sad at the rc selection or sad at my lack of ipa appreciation lol? Jane

Again... wish you were cruising the week earlier! Sounds like we could definitely drink the same beer lol! Jane

I have yet to figure out their calculations on sales! I'm now going with "the odds favor the house" mentality like I did with casinos! Hope you get some answers. Jane

Would be a fun trip! Beer is so tricky... you are right about size, etc. I wish they could increase the beer selection...but I guess people are so picky about types etc that it would be a challenge for storage. For Example I hate anything hoppy (yuck i hate ipas!) but love stouts and wheat beers. But obviously rc isn't gonna store these just in hopes I drink them lol. But a couple more choices sure would be nice! Jane

Drink prices other than signature specialty drinks have seemed to me the same. A glass of certain wine at vintages will cost you the same at mdr or another bar. Some of the offerings might be different, but generally there is always a less expensive red and white available. And yes, the price covers appetizers, 1 entree (at some restaurants more, but at chops 1), sides and desserts. Jane

I'm finding it interesting that many people who are claiming "personal preference not to drink" are also saying that they will buy a drink or two. Its not that there aren't some that don't drink at all, but i see people that are just going to buy one or two drinks a day and are trying to claim the exemption. That to me is cheating as much as the sharing. It's ok to do this because royal is making you buy a 2nd drink pkg? I hope people either step up and buy the 2nd drink pkg or don't buy either pkg, but don't claim the exemption simply because royal is going to make money off of you. Hope this makes sense. I wasn't a fan of the switch but people were abusing like crazy so I get the decision for rc to align with the industry. Please understand I am NOT accusing people that don't legitimately drink of being stupid for claiming the exemption. I just would like people to think about why they're claiming the exemption... because abuse of rules is partly why the original rule changed! Jane

I'm echoing this. I wouldn't spend the money on an excursion when this is a phenomenal walking tour. There is beautiful architecture, churches, restaurants, ships and bars etc all within walking distance of the ship. I just couldn't take enough pictures of all the amazing buildings. It truly is one of my favorite ports and one of the cheapest! Can't wait to go back! Jane

I laughed, I cried! I think we need to chip in to send you on anther cruise. You managed to find all the humor and fun of the cruise... and to be able to ignore the bad! Start planning your next one...it gets you through that first week when you actually have to make your own meals lol. Jane

We went to the frogs in cozumel...we enjoyed it but it was definitely overpriced! I assume nassau would be equally expensive. Jane

The steak in both chops and giovannis was way better than the steak in the mdr. There was no comparison. That is not to say my son and i couldn't eat the mdr steak...it was fine, but not what you would get in a better restaurant. My son did order the steak for an extra fee one night in mdr and it was a better cut off meat. Jane

I'm trying to remember...i think just look up consent to travel form online. My husband signed it in front of a notary. Jane

I can answer that while I never had to show the travel consent form, I was advised to have one for my minor children since my husband wasn't cruising. I totally think that you should have one for the boyfriend, since he is a, minor traveling to another country. If anything comes up, you will definitely want that form. My 18 year old was able to go to the bars and nightclubs but was not served on the ship. Jane

My teens had a blast swimming with the dolphins but if you don't want beach and can't do atvs I'm not sue what else is out there other than shopping. You could totally stay on the ship and enjoy having fewer people. Otherwise i will be interested to see what people have to suggest! Jane

This was so interesting to read. It's not likely to be an itinerary that I will take so I loved reading all about it! Thank you so much for taking the time to write about your incredible cruise! Jane

So I love rum drinks, but very little experience with trying rums other than Malibu and captain Morgan! I need you to list all the rums on rc and tell me what drinks they'd be good in! I'd be happy to publish my testing results after my March freedom cruise! Jane

We didn't get the internet on either cruise with the kids and we did fine. We would talk about the day and they knew generally where we would be. It was never a problem. I have always brought my own shampoo and conditioner... just a snob and don't love the cheap all in ones (my hair is too long). I've never needed the hair dryer but there should definitely be one! Have a great time! I will be at Disney ruining a half marathon I haven't trained for and dreaming about my freedom cruise in March! Jane

I am so enjoying your happiness on this cruise! It reminds me how much I love cruising and how not to sweat any little stuff. I wasn't able to tender at coco cay so I can't wait to hear all about it. Jane

Ok loving your blog! And loving that you are loving your cruise! Hope Tuesday was as awesome as Monday! Jane

Powerade is not (it is on the freestyle machine). Lemonade, some fountain fruit drinks (thinking like hi-c type fruit punch), coffee (not starbucks) tea (hot and iced) and milk are free. I'm sure someone will correct me if I goofed but I think this is pretty much it. We got the drink pkg for my 13 year old and she never ever used it... she just drank water! Jane