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Oh no! Even if you don’t get it, it’s nice to have the option! Your plan sounds like a good one, especially if a decent price.

Very nice, enjoy!

Hi again! I have a weird seafood question. I can’t stand seafood (purely psychological after feeling bad for fishing as a kid, felt bad taking for taking it away from his school of friends). I have been trying to get over it for years, but not too successful. I hear the seafood on board is great. Here is the question; does it taste like seafood? Does it taste fishy? Not sure if I am making sense. With all the sears and sauces, especially in the specialty restaurants, I wonder if I can try some (maybe not an entree) and can handle it without a silly reaction (so childish ). Thank you!

Super excited! I bit the bullet and got the UDP! I was able to make a reservation for the first night. I will prob try to make it to the MDR some nights (in addition to specialty), maybe for just a bite and check it out. Let’s see! Yaaay!!

That’s a good point about the closeness of the tables now. They used to be so close that I almost always chatted with the neighboring table. I wonder what they are like now. … Oh how neat! I hope you have a great time!!

Super cute! Are you also sailing during Halloween?

Whew!!! Thanks! I had a mini panic attack! Hahaha!

I thought there were no restrictions to the Bahamas?

Oh my gosh, that is awful! I can’t believe they are doing that! I really hope they come up with something to offer in compensation, major compensation!

Oooh, good idea as a back up! I even think that Halloween falls when we are near Orlando (Pt Canaveral).

Ha, duh me! Good point, thank you!

Thank you! God bless!

I have not been there since the early 2000’s in my baby days of cruising, so I am curious to see the difference.

Thank you! Yup, that is what happened in the past, checked what SuzanneM said and got those points. I went back to see how much a balcony would be for just me and get the double points, but we’re sold out. Interestingly enough, I still got an email about RoyalUp even though all balconies are sold.

Cool beans, thank you! I do not have a costume in mind, but may get one just in case and def will bring along some of the good chocolates! Well, “good” in my mind, my faves like Twix, Reese’s, etc!

Yes, my church does livestream one of its Sunday Masses, so that is my backup, but is not the same nor does it fulfill the Sunday obligation. However, as I am truly trying to find a Mass, it will be okay. I just really hope a priest will be on board.

Thank you! I am hoping for a priest to be in the mood to sail!

Thank you! I am the same, go away solo more often than not and am pretty comfortable with it. At times, I do love chatting with others, but when at the table with them, it is more pressure to be witty and social (which I like, but like the option of being on my own. I will probably stick to my little table. Sometimes, folks from another table start a conversation, usually asking if I am alone (you prob get that). Since separate tables, not as much pressure. This will be my third time on Anthem. I have only done the main dining room and the other free places like two-seventy and Windjammer. I am on the fence with UDP, but leaning towards it. … Thanks again!

That’s right! I forgot I could check out past points, thanks!! For a balcony, I suppose I got a better price, but double points would be worth an extra hundred or more. But, was excited about it!

Thank you! Def eye roll for that!

It would be logical, but logic is not always used in business. I would love double points when I travel solo! It has been four years, so I may not be remembering correctly if I got them or not. I am bummed now that I got the solo balcony and no double points! Well, not fully bummed if it saved me some money, but still bummed.

Thank you. That is what I figured. I do not recall ever seeing it in all my years cruising thus was surprised when the rep said they do have it.

Thank you! I was wondering about the message board. It is good to know that if there is a priest on board, he may post to invite to Mass. That is pretty neat that you were able to travel with the priest!

Hi again (really am sorry for all the questions)! I have been away from cruising for far too long…four years! This (Anthem on Oct 29th) will be my first since then and as a Diamond. I will be cruising solo (common for me). It has its pros and cons, and now I am trying to figure out dining. I have My Time Dining and was asked if I wanted a small or large table. I was never asked that before and said small since I do not want to purposely impose on a family or friends. However, dinner conversation could be nice. Do you have any thoughts either way? With a random person sitting with you or if you like to do it? I know it is usual on cruises, but since I will be alone, it may make the others feel awkward and feel they must include me. Also, any thoughts on the UDP? I am considering it. It would be nice to try the different places (I don’t eat seafood) and venues. Not sure if it would feel more isolated (not always a bad thing), may be missing out, will get bored, etc. It may be nice for a more experience, more relaxed pace. I have never done any specialty dining (for pricing, best is UDP and not other packages). I know it is personal preference, I am curious to hear others’ thoughts. Thank you!

Hi again! I am sorry for all of the questions! Does anyone have knowledge or experience with Catholic services while on board? I will be on Anthem over two weekends and All Saints Day. I do not want to miss Mass. When I booked, I asked about services and was told that they do have Mass and to check the Compass. I have not cruised in four years (yikes, hoping to get back in the groove), but I do not recall there being a Catholic Mass. I will also put a message on the cruise message board on board (if they even still do that) to see if there is a priest sailing who will be celebrating his own Mass. I think I remember a chapel or general service, but not a Catholic one. Thank you!