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I'm not sure whether or not to be relieved or offended that this hasn't happened to me yet on a cruise....

Same here. If you get cut off this reason, arguing your case isn't likely to get you anywhere but it will provide great entertainment for those watching.

Same here. If you get cut off this reason, arguing your case isn't likely to get you anywhere but it will provide great entertainment for those watching.

Cons: Most fares are based on double occupancy so you have to pay the cruise fare for two people. People love to share their opinions and ask questions when they find out you are sailing alone 🙄
Pros: You are on your own timeline and don't have to entertain anyone but yourself. You can get through meals super quickly and be on your way. It's usually easy to find a single seat everywhere.

Same here. If you get cut off this reason, arguing your case isn't likely to get you anywhere but it will provide great entertainment for those watching.

Same here. If you get cut off this reason, arguing your case isn't likely to get you anywhere but it will provide great entertainment for those watching.

Cons: Most fares are based on double occupancy so you have to pay the cruise fare for two people. People love to share their opinions and ask questions when they find out you are sailing alone 🙄
Pros: You are on your own timeline and don't have to entertain anyone but yourself. You can get through meals super quickly and be on your way. It's usually easy to find a single seat everywhere.

Same here. If you get cut off this reason, arguing your case isn't likely to get you anywhere but it will provide great entertainment for those watching.

As long as you have results that say negative that will get you in the terminal.. They do ask in your health questionnaire at boarding if you've tested positive in the prior 10 days or been around someone who has in the prior 14..so keep that in mind.

Same here. If you get cut off this reason, arguing your case isn't likely to get you anywhere but it will provide great entertainment for those watching.

This was Mariner today as we looped back around and helped with a rescue. 

You would have to look at the trolley system map to make sure you know where the lines connect, but there is a line that runs along the riverfront. Even if the Julia Street station is closed for repairs as mentioned above, you can get off the trolley at the end of Canal and walk through the Hilton to the Riverwalk mall and all the way to the cruise terminal that way.  Really depends on your mobility and capabilities in handling your luggage.

Cons: Most fares are based on double occupancy so you have to pay the cruise fare for two people. People love to share their opinions and ask questions when they find out you are sailing alone 🙄
Pros: You are on your own timeline and don't have to entertain anyone but yourself. You can get through meals super quickly and be on your way. It's usually easy to find a single seat everywhere.

When did you book this cruise? If you booked when Cruise with Confidence was in effect you can cancel up to 48 hours in advance and get a Future Cruise Credit, not a refund.

Can't vouch for the shuttle since I am also a driver when cruising out of NOLA. But as long as you are comfortable walking with your carry-ons, it's easy to drop off your luggage early at the cruise terminal and walk to the French Quarter. There's even a trolley stop at the port you can hop on to get down there. Riverwalk is the mall that was mentioned which is right next to the terminal. Harrah's casino is also right there.
I myself am eyeing some of those Radiance cruises. Love, love, love cruising out of NOLA!

Pro tip: if you're ever not on a ship with a Giovannis Kitchen, the room service pizzas come in boxes as well...the $7.95 service fee (free if in a suite!) is worth it as you can order as many as you like 😉

Yes, they want your $40

You will connect to the wifi network. The name will be obvious (WiFi-Guest-Mariner for example). If a browser window to sign in doesn't open automatically just open your browser and it should redirect to the page. There you choose whether you want to access paid VOOM or use the app for free. I know when I'm just trying to access the app when I first board it sometimes won't recognize I'm on the wifi so I have to switch my phone to airplane mode to force it to use the wifi.
To sign into VOOM you'll enter in your name, cabin number and birthdate and it will let you create your login/PIN for your account.

It's been awhile since a new class reveal has happened. It's a little different from the latest new ship (Wonder) since everyone was already familiar with Oasis class.  
In theory they're supposed to let C&A members book first, but the TAs will usually be able to jump on them as soon as they're released.  

Shows are booked through the app once you have boarded and connect to the ship's wifi.  Once you are on the wifi you will see a reserve now button and you'll be able to make the show reservations. Make sure you have all your reservations linked so you will see all parties on the app, or make sure one person on each reservation uses the app to reserve for everyone on that reservation.
You will know you have done it right because it will ask you to select the people you are reserving for. The add to calendar items won't prompt you to select individuals.

You order them online and they ship to you within the same week.
No appointments. You go to the website when you're ready to test and it connects you to a proctor. I have never had to wait for an available proctor.

I know the current dates don't line up with school schedules, but I'd love to see a NOLA sailing as a group cruise someday. Hint, hint @Matt.

Same here. If you get cut off this reason, arguing your case isn't likely to get you anywhere but it will provide great entertainment for those watching.

You order them online and they ship to you within the same week.
No appointments. You go to the website when you're ready to test and it connects you to a proctor. I have never had to wait for an available proctor.

Ok this thread made me go straight to the Royal site and see where I could cruise from New Orleans. It's been way too long since I've been there and it's now added to the "cruises to plan" list... as always, thanks Royal Caribbean blog community!