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Thanks ChessE4, I agree with your approach. We are cruising for the first time with my DW, 17 Y.O. & 20 Y.O. sons. Well, we did go on a Windjammer honeymoon cruise in the early 90's and clothing was at times optional. My question is we are travelling over New Years and are anticipating three formal nights. I'll go sport coat & tie and my wife will look dashing in a dress, but will the boys need a jacket? Will I need a suit for New Years Eve and can the boys  wear slacks and a tie?

39 minutes ago, PhantomWolf said:

Moderators...I would like to report abusive content lol 

 

Trust me I had my years in the desert prior to the double head monster of Brady/Belichick. I've always had a soft spot for the Bucs, largely because Florida has a much better climate than New England and if I ever came to my senses and moved I'd need a local team to root for. In a twisted sadomasochistic way the Caneers have a similar loosing tradition to the Patriots. Your uniform change just hasn't worked yet. 

Is it a fair guess that a New Years cruise will NOT see the 10 Drink Special?

Thanks!

This year, New Years Cruise 7 night on Allure and the DDP is stuck at $56 per day. We booked this year in March. Royal's claim is that this is 20% off, will it drop?

The Refreshment Package is $26 at 10% off , and again will it drop?

As a smug Pats fan I don't have a need to throw things, wring my hands or engage in other silly superstitions. We play the Fins on embarkation day. Anticipating another 1st round playoff bye. The GOAT lives on!

Hello Cruise people,

My wife and I  and two sons age 17,  and 20 are new to cruising and are sailing on December 29, 2019, on the Allure 7 Night  Holiday (New Year) cruise in the Western Caribbean. We are trying to plan for the cruise and we have some questions.  We have not been able to find a Cruise Compass for a similar cruise over New Year's on the Allure.

1. Can we use a Cruise Compass from another Oasis Class Ship that was in the Western Caribbean over New Years as a general guide? 

2. We want to book specialty dining, but don't want to do so on formal night. According to RC website, there are usually 2 formal nights on Allure in the Western Caribbean; on Day 2 and Day 5.   New Year's Eve is night 3 on our sailing.  Do you think that they will add a 3rd formal night, or will they simply use NYE as one of the 2 formal nights?   

3.  What festivities will be available to us as a family, given that the 17-year-old won't be able to go to the 18-21 clubs and the 20-year-old won't be able to go to the teen clubs?  Are most of the New Year's activities open to all ages?

4. What tips would you give to New Year's cruisers, like things not to be missed and/or special events that we should not miss.

We would appreciate any and all insight and experiences you can share.   Thanks!

Has anyone been able to peak into the water park to see the progress?  I'm also wondering about the cabanas in the water park.  Any ideas if they will be similar to the ones at the Main pool or at the beach?

I can't answer your question but Trillium has fantastic IPA's! Wear your beard and flannel and you will fit right in.

Cheers!

I'm sorry sir but I must protest most vigorously.  Pistol at forty paces or cutlasses if you prefer, or a great microbrew in a can or a bottle. Bottling date is much more important than the holy vessel that the nectar is contained in. Modern cans are as evolved if not better because glass has light contamination issues. 

Cheers Jolly Ogre!

2 hours ago, Jolly Ogre said:

I knew what he meant, however...if you drink beer out of a can then...

OMG!!! .... you are a heretic and should be stoned and burned at the stake. 

Only glass bottles or draft in a glass are acceptable receptacles for brew.

18 hours ago, DublinFC said:

I found non-drowsy Dramamine in a local Meijer.  I am getting some to see if it truly is non-drowsy.  I hated taking it I felt tired all the time.  I was getting pi**ed off for feeling that way.  All I wanted to do was sleep and  I 100% agree sleeping all the time is waste of money. I don't mind a nap for an hour.  But, sleeping the day away is not want I want to do. 

 

When my wife takes Dramamine she becomes a homicidal maniac, this is the nicest most patient soul on Earth ,,,,,, without Dramamine. You are getting angry because of the drug, stop using it. We had never seen the Eme Term band and will give it a try.  She uses the patch but cuts it in half against the directions on the package and finds that it works.  Hoping for calm seas over New Years in the Western Caribbean. 

Do they offer beer on tap or is it all in a can or bottle? Does anyone know if a list of the beers on tap exist? I would imagine the tap run would vary based on which bar you were in. 

Total Newb,

1st post, and a question. Do you ever just bring folding beach chairs on the cruise? If not is that because the cabin space is limited? I'm always looking to save a buck, maybe I'm not cut out for the cruising life.