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That could be it ? I tried to click through the same but the double occ lowest was a "guaranteed" and the single person option did not appear to be that when I did the click through again. If the category was different than that absolutely could have accounted for that variation in price. So the assumption of being penalized seems to hold less water. I'll have to play around with it some more and see if I can compare apples to apples as this might just have been an apples to oranges so thank you! This is exactly why I asked out here! Was hoping a more experienced cruiser could shed some light on it!

Thank you. To be honest: I much prefer smaller less busy environments. I am not super keen on the ones that appear to be a shopping mall/amusement park on the water. I'll take a look at those. Even a slightly higher double of the fare is workable at such a low price. I am going to go peek now! Thank you!

I can roll with that. Assuming I'd have to go through the process of submitting their documentation (meaning probably use a family member vs a random friend).

Oh thank you! I tend to prefer the smaller ships I think so this is very helpful to figure out which is which!

So. Wait. There is a ship named "Quantum" but also just a "Quantum Class" it sounds like? So much to learn...

...this was what I was thinking but there has to be a catch. Or who in the world would bother paying for a single person?

Looks like Quantum of the Seas, Ovation of the Seas and Anthem of the Seas each feature 28 dedicated "studio" cabins for solo travelers on each ship, a mix of virtual balcony cabins (featuring 80-inch floor-to-ceiling LED display screens that project live images of the ocean and ports) and staterooms with actual 55-square-foot open-air balconies. These units all come with full-size beds and range in size from 101 to 119 square feet. Looks like Quantum sails from Mainland China which I can't go to (work won't allow). Ovation and Anthem are those really crazy big ships it looks like... I guess I'll just enjoy my upcoming cruise that I have a room mate for and then talk to the TA and see what to do from there. I like being able to pop over to Baltimore to cruise because I hate flying. I could drive to FL. Or the train maybe. Just trying to get an idea of what my options are and the cost associated for future planning. Thanks!

Thanks. I am new to this so will have to chit chat with my travel agent. Perhaps they have some tips and tricks.

Here is what I am seeing: Selecting 1 stateroom (inside), 2 passengers: Interior Stateroom Guarantee $2,132.00 2 Guests Flash Sale -$50.00 BOGO50 NRD -$521.00 Subtotal: $1,561.00 Taxes & Fees $262.06 Total For Room (after discounts) $1,823.06 Selecting 1 stateroom (inside), 1 passenger: Interior $2,638.00 1 Guests Flash Sale -$50.00 BOGO50 NRD -$860.00 Subtotal: $1,728.00 Taxes & Fees $131.03 Total For Room (after discounts) $1,859.03 Without the tax it's $95.06 more After the tax, it's $35.97 more (I know this isn't a break the bank issue but I am irritated that I am penalized for being independent). Perhaps I need to find a Sugar Daddy or a Boy Toy..... *insert eye roll here*

I did step through the booking and it took me all the way to putting in my credit card info. And that price quoted for a single person INCLUDED the "BOGO" offer they are currently running. Meaning it was close to 3k for a solo traveler before the discount when it was showing $781 pp for double occupancy. Um. No. I did do a search of good lines for solo travelers and have found a few that either have solo/studio rooms OR don't penalize you for being single. Sadly, I may not be able to be loyal to RC if that's how they want to do it.

I was just browsing options and I noticed a cruise for $781 per person for an inside stateroom. Okay. I most likely would go alone so I grok that it's double occupancy. I would have thought that at the most, it would be double the $781 which is $1,562 but if I select a single person I am quoted $1,728 per person. Why in the world would I be charged MORE to be alone in a room than if I had two people? Can I just book for two then oh well, my kid had a school thing and couldn't come? Or do they suddenly hike my price up if my "room mate" cancels and never boards even though at that point they keep their money? For my first cruise, I have a room mate so this is no issue but I'd like to cruise more in the future but I'd have to go solo. ? Seems to make more sense to book two people then one "just can't make it at the last minute" even though it's "paid" and just forfits their "payment"? Or should I just bring my "imaginary friend"? Pretend I have split personalities and each will be sailing? Am I missing something?

Most excellent. I will keep an eye open for the envelopes!

I know we do the prepaid gratuity on our account but if we want to give them something extra, is it "kosher" to simply pass them some actual cash? They won't get in trouble taking that, will they?

1. Not a big drinker so I tend not to gift liquor because I never know what's "good" or "meh" ? 2. I like this idea but can't think of anything terribly particular to my state. Except ham lol 3. The USB stick is a neat idea. 4 and 5... yeah. It's hard these days to know what is still relevant or wanted (thus my asking!) Thanks!

Thanks for the list of people! I was trying to think who all I should bring one/something for (in addition to regular gratuities of course. And love the idea to give the cold beverage to the porters!

I try to tip well whenever I travel because I know how hard folks work and how little they get paid (that was me, too, once upon a time).

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I was actually just thinking this! I am in sort of an interesting field and I can bring some pins or stickers from what I do!

I'm in Virginia so I'm sort of like: not bringing a ham on board !!! ? 10-4 on the small quarters. Sounds like something "consumable" would be best.

I've seen folks mention that they bring little gifts on board to give to their cabin steward? Question 1: is there one steward or kind of a team? If a team, how many? Question 2: would love to know what kinds of things folks bring as gifts. I like to do stuff like this and have ample time to pick up some things between now and my cruise. Obviously this will not be instead of proper gratuity but in addition to. Thanks!

I wonder if this is dependent on the agent. I booked with one and had no idea what to expect. When I logged into the cruise planner with my reservation number (sadly after the drink glitch) I saw I had a $50 OBC. I assume this came from the TA but hadn't asked (because I didn't know to).

I have read through and am familiar with the "no surge protector" rule but was wondering about portable charging banks. I know you can't check them in baggage on airlines but you can bring them in the airplane cabin with you. I usually travel with several so I can re-juice my phone if I am away from power for a very long time (I like to take pictures and video). Anyone know the ruling on bringing these on the ship? For reference, I am talking about something like this:

Glad I am asking NOW and have time to get all this together! I can't imagine only having a week or two to prepare (if you are new to things!) Thanks!