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  1. Rum limits?

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    We are going to San Juan and to St Maarten. I want to bring rum back home with me. Is there any limit to bring back to the ship (I assume not)? I know that the ship will keep it until we disembark in Miami. When do they give it back if we do self-checkout? Are there any restrictions as to how much you can bring back to the states? I wasn't sure about customs when we return to Miami.

    Thanks

  2. Dinner in Maimi

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    Staying at the Intercontinental the night before my cruise. Not sure where to get dinner. I like local places that I can't eat at when I'm home, so no chains. No need for a super expensive dinner but if the place is that good, then I'm willing to try it. Any ideas will be appreciated. 

  4. Travel Agent Expectations

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    I always wonder if I ask too much too.

    I booked 7 cabins on a cruise for my family. I would think that's a nice payday for my TA? But I always have to look myself to find when cheaper fares are available then email or call my her to ask her to verify if they are cheaper. Its happened twice on my next cruise. One was minimal but she did it anyway, which I appreciated. The last one was a refund for $272.00/cabin. Which she rebooked for me back on Nov 19th. Only 4 of the 7 cabins were getting the discount because of the room type. I have emailed at least 7 times since asking about the refunds. I was advised the first time that it takes 45 days. That was a long time ago. So now they have come in one at a time. My nephew got his first then my one daughter. The last 2 have been dragging out. I paid for them on the same CC. Back on Feb 18th one of the two suddenly appear back on my card without any update from my TA. But the other one still hasn't been refunded yet. Is this unusual to get one of 2 on the same card?  I emailed my TA but get no reply. I get so frustrated and my DW tells me to relax.. The last email she advised she would contact the next day and get back to me. That was back on Feb. 23rd. But I have yet to hear from her since.  Am I asking too much for her to fight for me and actually answer me with her findings? Or is the silent treatment typical?

  6. Check in time

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    How early can I check in when it is my check in day? Is it available at midnight the day it starts? Or is it in the early morning (7:00-9:00AM) or even later? I want to get the earliest boarding time so I want to check in as soon as I can. I assume the earlier that I check in the better chance I have at getting an early boarding time?

    Thanks 

  9. Formal night attire

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    My wife & I just got off of the NOTS on Sunday. Over two formal nights we saw everything. I am a golf shorts & polo golf shirt guy. But I wore a suit n tie and she wore dresses for both formal nights. It is called formal night for a reason.  Well it used to be anyway. If you don't want to dress up then go to the Windjammer. First night the family beside us was waaay under dressed in my opinion. Father in shorts & a t-shirt. Mother in cut off jean shorts and a spaghetti strap white shirt. One on the kids was in camo. 

     

  15. Navigator Mar. 1, 2019 - 9 Nights Southern Caribbean

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    1 minute ago, twangster said:

    ESPN International or ESPN Caribbean is not the same as ESPN domestically.  They carry many games and sporting events but ultimately what they can and cannot display is at the mercy of those that hold the international rights to broadcast an event.  A ship can't pirate or steal content.  If the NCAA doesn't allow a broadcast in the Caribbean, the ship has to respect that.

    They are exploring different options including other satellite TV providers and other means such as streaming but that doesn't get them around broadcast rights to display content.     

    @twangster    Thanks for the info

  16. Navigator Mar. 1, 2019 - 9 Nights Southern Caribbean

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    On ‎3‎/‎2‎/‎2019 at 3:42 PM, twangster said:

     I asked about content in terms of different sports beyond ESPN International.  He acknowledged this is another item they are exploring.  In fact he pointed out two girls from RCI marketing behind us working away on their laptops.  It’s something they are working on, but’s it’s complicated.  Nice to know they are trying.  

    @twangster  Are you saying that the only thing they get at playmakers is ESPN? Just curious because we are sailing over March Madness and I was hoping to be able to watch some hoops that is covered by CBS. Go Heels

  21. Southern Caribbean- Ship or Ports

    in Royal Caribbean Discussion

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    1 hour ago, mworkman said:

    Let see...we've been to Dominican Republic, St. Thomas, Belize, Honduras, Grand Cayman, Cozumel, MX, Puerto Rico, Grand Turks, Aruba, Bonaire, Grenada, Barbados, St. Lucia, Antigua, St. Croix, Martinique, St. Kitts, St. Maarten, Labadee, Jamaica and Curaçao.

    We are looking forward to Costa Rica, Panama and Columbia in Dec.

    So far we like the ABC islands and St. Lucia.

    Speaking of pizza, think I will go down to Sorrentos and get a slice or two...anyone else want a slice?

    Everyone seems to love the ABC Islands. I am going to them leaving from Miami on March 29. What are the best things to do there? Looks like more of just finding a beautiful beach and hanging out for the day plus a little shopping downtown. Not that anything is wrong with doing that. Plus a friend suggested Madame Janette's for dinner in Aruba. Anything else special at any of the 3 islands? I didn't book any excursions as it looks like I can get a taxi or public transportation to about anywhere. Any tips would be helpful.

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