I usually have Tradition dining, and don't have a problem. I usually get first seating, however Next week I will be on Serenade ,and I have 8:00pm seating. This is just too late for me. I am going to talk ,and try to have this changed to first seating once onboard, if possible. If I absolutely have to i will eat the buffet every night.
Also, I remember from previous cruises that someone is stationed outside the MDR, for changes, questions, etc but can anyone tell me the times this takes place? .