Bean79

Welcome to the message boards. Did you reach out to your travel agent? If you don't have one you will need to call Royal directly.

I always order the Royal Margarita. It has Patron tequila with a Grand Mariner floater!

This may be my fault. I was on a cruise in Feb on the Mariner. I was drinking the Royal Margarita till they ran out of Patron, then Switched to Crown, so maybe their inventory hasn't caught back up yet!!! Deluxe Beverage package woohoo!!!!

I am sure they will be raising prices on a lot of onboard purchases soon.

I use CVS stores.

Yeah, when I was there in Feb they were begging like crazy to come into their shops. For this, I like Coco cay way better, no harassment in the straw market.

I can debate both sides. I like the food waste savings and less chance of spreading Norovirus. I think it will slow down the traffic at peak times and increase the amount of crew needed, or at least add to their already stressed jobs.

You beat me to it!

Since re-buying is such a headache, I would just buy at a price I am ok with. It will always be cheaper than the on-board price.

Cash is king!!!

I know bottled water is available with the Deluxe Beverage package.

Welcome to the Message Boards! Staff shortage is definitely an issue across all areas not just cruising. Did you bring your concerns to anyone's attention on the ship?

They are not as strict on formal nights anymore, they call it "dress your best" Smart casual is acceptable or jacket and tie if you like.

I recommend printing it out and even highlighting the important information. Anything to help speed up the process.

I hope not. I know no one would want to see me in the buff after a few days hitting the Windjammer!!!

Started today.

I can't wait to go back to Labadee. I had a great time relaxing on the beach. Didn't try the food this time around.

The restaurant next to RCL had a bunch of people with luggage while we were eating. Grills has a great breakfast and views of the ship.

Try www.vacationstogo.com for me it's a quick way to find info on cruises, by port, destination, time, etc..

Same thing with my wife. She played slots and is getting a bunch of offers.

Sweet I can get a bottle of water now with my Emerald status!!

With the smaller capacities on the ships now you can expect your room to be ready and luggage waiting on you.

I got this email as well on my Feb 12th mariner cruise. Unfortunately my Bid on the Royal Up was accepted the next day so I never found out what their upgrade was.

For some reason I thought Matt covered this before

It stands for Crown and Anchor society. You become a member and start earing points on your first cruise with Royal Caribbean.