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Ok - so I’m currently on Freedom of the Seas - watching the fox broadcast of Indiana and Michigan - it’s on a channel called Prime One (channel 16) I’ll presume that’s where all the main Fox sports events are aired.

I think someone asked us once, if that, but certainly wasn't more than once.

Technically true - but if you say your wife doesn’t drink, they’ve always been able to accommodate as long as the refreshment package is bought for her. If they refuse again, ask for a supervisor.

When we went in September, they had just re-opened and were cleaning up the seaweed. So yes, but I’m pretty sure they manage it well.

@Beci

I don't see it happening before the beginning of the year, at the earliest to allow time for the kids to get vaccinated AND maximize on the holiday sailings with families. After that, who knows what will happen.

Join a roll call - whether on CC, Facebook or here on the blog (if there’s not one listed, create one!) I’ve found, as a solo cruiser, that you can meet ppl and have fun in groups, while still doing your own thing. The friends you make on a cruise can become amazing friends.

I know it’s not exactly what you’re talking about - but there is this in the Royal website (search royal gifts) (not the biggest selection but I guess they can build off it) https://www.royalcaribbean.com/royalgifts/gifts

I'm on Freedom the 8th-12th as well. I would highly HIGHLY recommend Giovanni's kitchen. It's the New Concept Giovanni's and puts the version on other ships to shame IMO (just bring your appetite) I'm on Freedom 11/8-12 as well. The Giovanni's on Freedom is the new version, actually called Giovanni's Kitchen. The basic staples of old Giovanni's are there, but the new items are AMAZING. Also, FYI the Wine Bar is NOT included with the UDP - it's all ala carte but they're both Amazing!

Also, when you board, the events playakers will show will be on a card on the tables. I also believe the Satellite service Royal uses has ESPN Caribbean which doesn’t always line up with stateside ESPN. There are other sports channels as well but they typically focus on European sports. Not sure where SY will be on the 27th, but if you’re in St. Thoas or San Juan you ight be able to strea it. Those are the best tips I can think of. O-H!

For Anthem, Harmony and Jewel - This should all of been in effect. The items with question marks should have also been completed already, just I don't know if Royal has actually provided this to the CDC (I can assume this, but.. ) (I left the question mark with the venue protocols line, as Anthem/Harmony has no list of vaccinated and unvaccinated venues on the Royal Website. (Are There Any Experiences Or VenueAs That Are Closed? | Royal Caribbean Cruises_) (Jewel does have this list) I can also read this two ways.. a) the test cruise is discretionary and not required or b) modified test cruise IN LIEU OF full test cruise. (Yes, I know it's "Voluntary" in Florida, but Royal has been saying they're following the CDC Protocols so.. if they (CDC) wants it, it'll happen) That being said, the 64 million dollar question is.. what is a modified simulated voyage? and will Anthem/Harmony/Jewel have to do one?

I believe it's to each their own. The only benefit the Key really had was the internet surf and stream 1 package. To me, if that's not a consideration (status, dx/voom, etc) - The Key really doesn't make sense. Especially in 2021. If you're cruising in 2022, I would keep the key for now (you can cancel it in the cruise planner up to 3 days prior to sailing) as the benefits may change back or change again as protocols change.

The 2021 temporary relief bill was passed by what's called Unanimous Consent. The representative or senator can ask for unanimous consent for a bill to be passed. It's usually (but not always) pre-arranged. As long as there is no objection, the bill is passed from that chamber. BUT, Any single representative or senator can object, and it stops. Remember, the temporary relief bill passed on it's 2nd attempt. There was an objection in the Senate the 1st time around (I don't remember from who or why) but it was passed the 2nd time. Our government acts in crazy ways.

@Matt In reference to a question from the YouTube Live

Wait.. this thread has been up for a month, and NO ONE Has tagged @Big Dawg Ron???

Same - @Matt

Well.. I’m sailing on Odyssey today (9/5) and my royal up for a JS (in a o/v balcony currently) is still pending.. I actually was able to modify it as well.. so I bumped up my offer on a JS to 75pp from 60.. if it’s still pending when I board.. I’ll ask guest services to see if they know and/or can do anything..

If that's what it takes to keep cruising. I'll do it.

@Matt here’s what we were wondering. See you next week @CHRIS WONG!

Here's @Matt review of Maya Chan from 2018 - Excursion Focus: Maya Chan Beach in Costa Maya | Royal Caribbean Blog

That’s how it’s worked in the past. Haven’t heard of any alterations to this since the restart.

Yes, they were on Adventure anyways, no reason to suspect otherwise for the rest of the fleet.

More than likely just their 5 (ish) year Maintenance dry dock - I’m not aware of any ships getting refurbished/amplified this year.

I thought this was normal..