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    AshleyDillo got a reaction from RCIfan1912 in Buying travel insurance through Allianz   
    You can a policy at any time.
    However, if you want a pre-existing condition to be covered it has to be purchased within 14 days of the first deposit made for the cruise.
     
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    AshleyDillo got a reaction from ImOnlyHereForTheInk in Boarding for 11pm gangway up   
    Boarding should start at the usual time, even for late sailaways. The late time is due to the timing of the tides to get under the bridge when you leave out of Vancouver.
    You will be able to enjoy lunch and dinner on the ship as per usual.
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    AshleyDillo got a reaction from Smokey79 in Buying travel insurance through Allianz   
    You can a policy at any time.
    However, if you want a pre-existing condition to be covered it has to be purchased within 14 days of the first deposit made for the cruise.
     
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    AshleyDillo got a reaction from WAAAYTOOO in Buying travel insurance through Allianz   
    You can a policy at any time.
    However, if you want a pre-existing condition to be covered it has to be purchased within 14 days of the first deposit made for the cruise.
     
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    AshleyDillo got a reaction from Lovetocruise2002 in Utopia Episode V: OCSC Mike Strikes Back Onboard - B2B - July 11-18, 2025   
    I've never seen it with strawberries. Usually they end up using blueberries and it's a more purple drink. There's a Japanese Strawberry drink on the menu too..maybe they mixed those up.
    Sake is often called rice wine, so your palette may be more refined than you think. 
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    AshleyDillo got a reaction from OCSC Mike in Utopia Episode V: OCSC Mike Strikes Back Onboard - B2B - July 11-18, 2025   
    I've never seen it with strawberries. Usually they end up using blueberries and it's a more purple drink. There's a Japanese Strawberry drink on the menu too..maybe they mixed those up.
    Sake is often called rice wine, so your palette may be more refined than you think. 
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    AshleyDillo got a reaction from Traveling Mike in Ice cream   
    All Star Class rooms get free ice cream at Sugar Beach, not just limited to the UFS.
    However, I believe the ultimate family suite also gets free candy, so choose your vice well 😂
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    AshleyDillo got a reaction from WAAAYTOOO in Boarding for 11pm gangway up   
    Boarding should start at the usual time, even for late sailaways. The late time is due to the timing of the tides to get under the bridge when you leave out of Vancouver.
    You will be able to enjoy lunch and dinner on the ship as per usual.
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    AshleyDillo got a reaction from WAAAYTOOO in Ice cream   
    All Star Class rooms get free ice cream at Sugar Beach, not just limited to the UFS.
    However, I believe the ultimate family suite also gets free candy, so choose your vice well 😂
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    AshleyDillo got a reaction from Ryan79 in Boarding for 11pm gangway up   
    Boarding should start at the usual time, even for late sailaways. The late time is due to the timing of the tides to get under the bridge when you leave out of Vancouver.
    You will be able to enjoy lunch and dinner on the ship as per usual.
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    AshleyDillo got a reaction from Cactus527 in Utopia Episode V: OCSC Mike Strikes Back Onboard - B2B - July 11-18, 2025   
    I've finally gotten to that point with using all my drink vouchers, too.  I try super hard to find people to give them away to, but they still end up going to waste when I'm not cruising with a group.
    For me now the dining package just gives me more variety which is refreshing with how often I cruise. I wouldn't even mind the ships having more paid ala carte options just to break up the monotony.  I will give credit to Icon class, because there are a lot of new complimentary dining options that give you something different. That's one ship class I think is a waste to get the UDP on.
    That's why I like buffet and family style meals. I like so many things and I want a taste of everything but I'm not usually dining in a large group where I'd have the chance. I waste so much food at specialty dining with three courses and sides that it hurts my frugal heart.
    +1
    Still on a quest to find mac n cheese that doesn't suck onboard. 
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    AshleyDillo got a reaction from Cactus527 in Utopia Episode V: OCSC Mike Strikes Back Onboard - B2B - July 11-18, 2025   
    I have food fatigue already from all these photos! 
    It took a long time to get over the FOMO with having the UDP and giving up all the food credits daily. Honestly for me if it didn't take so long to eat at the specialty restaurants I'd probably enjoy the dining package more. I love the idea of the Izumi window and I wish there were other to go options like that. Playmakers and Johnny Rockets will do to go orders if you ask.
    PS: Don't forget there's a late night menu at Mason Jar Bar that you can use your UDP on as well 😅 Although, I don't think there's anything special on the menu that you can't get during the normal meals.
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    AshleyDillo got a reaction from MaryS in Utopia Episode V: OCSC Mike Strikes Back Onboard - B2B - July 11-18, 2025   
    I've finally gotten to that point with using all my drink vouchers, too.  I try super hard to find people to give them away to, but they still end up going to waste when I'm not cruising with a group.
    For me now the dining package just gives me more variety which is refreshing with how often I cruise. I wouldn't even mind the ships having more paid ala carte options just to break up the monotony.  I will give credit to Icon class, because there are a lot of new complimentary dining options that give you something different. That's one ship class I think is a waste to get the UDP on.
    That's why I like buffet and family style meals. I like so many things and I want a taste of everything but I'm not usually dining in a large group where I'd have the chance. I waste so much food at specialty dining with three courses and sides that it hurts my frugal heart.
    +1
    Still on a quest to find mac n cheese that doesn't suck onboard. 
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    AshleyDillo got a reaction from Ampurp85 in Utopia Episode V: OCSC Mike Strikes Back Onboard - B2B - July 11-18, 2025   
    I've finally gotten to that point with using all my drink vouchers, too.  I try super hard to find people to give them away to, but they still end up going to waste when I'm not cruising with a group.
    For me now the dining package just gives me more variety which is refreshing with how often I cruise. I wouldn't even mind the ships having more paid ala carte options just to break up the monotony.  I will give credit to Icon class, because there are a lot of new complimentary dining options that give you something different. That's one ship class I think is a waste to get the UDP on.
    That's why I like buffet and family style meals. I like so many things and I want a taste of everything but I'm not usually dining in a large group where I'd have the chance. I waste so much food at specialty dining with three courses and sides that it hurts my frugal heart.
    +1
    Still on a quest to find mac n cheese that doesn't suck onboard. 
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    AshleyDillo got a reaction from Robert M in Utopia Episode V: OCSC Mike Strikes Back Onboard - B2B - July 11-18, 2025   
    I've finally gotten to that point with using all my drink vouchers, too.  I try super hard to find people to give them away to, but they still end up going to waste when I'm not cruising with a group.
    For me now the dining package just gives me more variety which is refreshing with how often I cruise. I wouldn't even mind the ships having more paid ala carte options just to break up the monotony.  I will give credit to Icon class, because there are a lot of new complimentary dining options that give you something different. That's one ship class I think is a waste to get the UDP on.
    That's why I like buffet and family style meals. I like so many things and I want a taste of everything but I'm not usually dining in a large group where I'd have the chance. I waste so much food at specialty dining with three courses and sides that it hurts my frugal heart.
    +1
    Still on a quest to find mac n cheese that doesn't suck onboard. 
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    AshleyDillo reacted to OCSC Mike in Utopia Episode V: OCSC Mike Strikes Back Onboard - B2B - July 11-18, 2025   
    That and new bars are most appealing to me but you already knew that
    +1 to all of that. I love that our first Mason Jar brunch was on a family cruise & we ordered 75% of the menu. I’ve got my favorites now but I would have needed a few meals to narrow it down otherwise.
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    AshleyDillo got a reaction from Lovetocruise2002 in Utopia Episode V: OCSC Mike Strikes Back Onboard - B2B - July 11-18, 2025   
    I've finally gotten to that point with using all my drink vouchers, too.  I try super hard to find people to give them away to, but they still end up going to waste when I'm not cruising with a group.
    For me now the dining package just gives me more variety which is refreshing with how often I cruise. I wouldn't even mind the ships having more paid ala carte options just to break up the monotony.  I will give credit to Icon class, because there are a lot of new complimentary dining options that give you something different. That's one ship class I think is a waste to get the UDP on.
    That's why I like buffet and family style meals. I like so many things and I want a taste of everything but I'm not usually dining in a large group where I'd have the chance. I waste so much food at specialty dining with three courses and sides that it hurts my frugal heart.
    +1
    Still on a quest to find mac n cheese that doesn't suck onboard. 
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    AshleyDillo got a reaction from WAAAYTOOO in Utopia Episode V: OCSC Mike Strikes Back Onboard - B2B - July 11-18, 2025   
    I've finally gotten to that point with using all my drink vouchers, too.  I try super hard to find people to give them away to, but they still end up going to waste when I'm not cruising with a group.
    For me now the dining package just gives me more variety which is refreshing with how often I cruise. I wouldn't even mind the ships having more paid ala carte options just to break up the monotony.  I will give credit to Icon class, because there are a lot of new complimentary dining options that give you something different. That's one ship class I think is a waste to get the UDP on.
    That's why I like buffet and family style meals. I like so many things and I want a taste of everything but I'm not usually dining in a large group where I'd have the chance. I waste so much food at specialty dining with three courses and sides that it hurts my frugal heart.
    +1
    Still on a quest to find mac n cheese that doesn't suck onboard. 
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    AshleyDillo got a reaction from OCSC Mike in Utopia Episode V: OCSC Mike Strikes Back Onboard - B2B - July 11-18, 2025   
    I've finally gotten to that point with using all my drink vouchers, too.  I try super hard to find people to give them away to, but they still end up going to waste when I'm not cruising with a group.
    For me now the dining package just gives me more variety which is refreshing with how often I cruise. I wouldn't even mind the ships having more paid ala carte options just to break up the monotony.  I will give credit to Icon class, because there are a lot of new complimentary dining options that give you something different. That's one ship class I think is a waste to get the UDP on.
    That's why I like buffet and family style meals. I like so many things and I want a taste of everything but I'm not usually dining in a large group where I'd have the chance. I waste so much food at specialty dining with three courses and sides that it hurts my frugal heart.
    +1
    Still on a quest to find mac n cheese that doesn't suck onboard. 
  20. Haha
    AshleyDillo reacted to OCSC Mike in Utopia Episode V: OCSC Mike Strikes Back Onboard - B2B - July 11-18, 2025   
    Forgot to share this non-IT shenanigan that was in our cabin yesterday. 🤷‍♂️


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    AshleyDillo reacted to OCSC Mike in Utopia Episode V: OCSC Mike Strikes Back Onboard - B2B - July 11-18, 2025   
    Agree with all of that. I wish GK Wine Bar had takeout all day. Could grab a pizza to split or maybe just one of the apps or a dessert in the afternoon as a snack. The sushi window is great.
    Seems like most places will one way or another but good to know. My younger niece lives on JR hot dogs, lol. I plan to eat at PM after the aqua show tonight since it won’t be late and we’ll already be there but if I’m grabbing a snack at 10:30 or whatever when we’re not staying up late I’d likely take stuff to go like I normally do with Sorrento’s.
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    AshleyDillo reacted to OCSC Mike in Utopia Episode V: OCSC Mike Strikes Back Onboard - B2B - July 11-18, 2025   
    I actually wasn’t sure I could but that menu isn’t too exciting to me or else it’s something too big like a burger/chicken sandwich. It does have my wife’s favorite dessert though.
    I’ll be perfectly content with afternoon sushi & late night Playmakers as long as I can stay hungry & motivated if we’re not already near Playmakers.
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    AshleyDillo got a reaction from Jax in Utopia Episode V: OCSC Mike Strikes Back Onboard - B2B - July 11-18, 2025   
    I have food fatigue already from all these photos! 
    It took a long time to get over the FOMO with having the UDP and giving up all the food credits daily. Honestly for me if it didn't take so long to eat at the specialty restaurants I'd probably enjoy the dining package more. I love the idea of the Izumi window and I wish there were other to go options like that. Playmakers and Johnny Rockets will do to go orders if you ask.
    PS: Don't forget there's a late night menu at Mason Jar Bar that you can use your UDP on as well 😅 Although, I don't think there's anything special on the menu that you can't get during the normal meals.
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    AshleyDillo got a reaction from MaryS in Utopia Episode V: OCSC Mike Strikes Back Onboard - B2B - July 11-18, 2025   
    I have food fatigue already from all these photos! 
    It took a long time to get over the FOMO with having the UDP and giving up all the food credits daily. Honestly for me if it didn't take so long to eat at the specialty restaurants I'd probably enjoy the dining package more. I love the idea of the Izumi window and I wish there were other to go options like that. Playmakers and Johnny Rockets will do to go orders if you ask.
    PS: Don't forget there's a late night menu at Mason Jar Bar that you can use your UDP on as well 😅 Although, I don't think there's anything special on the menu that you can't get during the normal meals.
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    AshleyDillo got a reaction from WAAAYTOOO in Cancel a booked certificate/offer, refund?   
    If you didn't pay anything other than port fees and taxes, you should get that back. There's no cancellation fee. You do want to formally cancel rather than being a no show, though.
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