sk8erguy1978

Our first cruise was a themed 3-day Bahamas trip on Carnival ... Overwhelmed is an understatement! We didn't even know how dining worked LOL.

I've been cruising for 13 years and still learn stuff every day from this site.
The biggest thing this forum has is kindness. In my short time here, I've seen some posts that could get people's blood boiling (like people who create an account just to complain about Royal like this is their Twitter account and will get a freebie), instead people jump in, be slightly sympathetic to their situation and calmly explain the policy or whatever.
That's in addition to people jumping in sharing their knowledge ... FOR FREE! 

True story.
Friend (who just ordered a drink): what's he drinking that looks good.
Bartender: labadoozie.
Me: oh, that's yummy.
Friend: I'll take one.
Bartender: sorry, you cannot have two drinks at once.
Friend: okay, chugs drink. Can I have a labadoozie.
Bartender: Okay, coming right up.
So, no, they don't seem to have a time limit.

Oh yeah, been there. I ordered some kind of drink at a bar on Freedom, and my wife ordered what was clearly a better looking drink. I took one sip of hers, chugged my (mediocre) drink, and immediately ordered the same thing she did. 

I agree as well.  I went on my first cruise this past January and felt so well prepared from all the advice.  I never felt judged or that I was asking an annoying question.  I talked to several other first timers on our cruise and they felt lost and overwhelmed (I recommended this blog for next time!). Thanks everyone for the guidance- it was one of the best vacations we have ever had.  Looking forward to Symphony again next year!

I've been cruising for 13 years and still learn stuff every day from this site.
The biggest thing this forum has is kindness. In my short time here, I've seen some posts that could get people's blood boiling (like people who create an account just to complain about Royal like this is their Twitter account and will get a freebie), instead people jump in, be slightly sympathetic to their situation and calmly explain the policy or whatever.
That's in addition to people jumping in sharing their knowledge ... FOR FREE! 

I've been cruising for 13 years and still learn stuff every day from this site.
The biggest thing this forum has is kindness. In my short time here, I've seen some posts that could get people's blood boiling (like people who create an account just to complain about Royal like this is their Twitter account and will get a freebie), instead people jump in, be slightly sympathetic to their situation and calmly explain the policy or whatever.
That's in addition to people jumping in sharing their knowledge ... FOR FREE! 

I've been cruising for 13 years and still learn stuff every day from this site.
The biggest thing this forum has is kindness. In my short time here, I've seen some posts that could get people's blood boiling (like people who create an account just to complain about Royal like this is their Twitter account and will get a freebie), instead people jump in, be slightly sympathetic to their situation and calmly explain the policy or whatever.
That's in addition to people jumping in sharing their knowledge ... FOR FREE! 

I've been cruising for 13 years and still learn stuff every day from this site.
The biggest thing this forum has is kindness. In my short time here, I've seen some posts that could get people's blood boiling (like people who create an account just to complain about Royal like this is their Twitter account and will get a freebie), instead people jump in, be slightly sympathetic to their situation and calmly explain the policy or whatever.
That's in addition to people jumping in sharing their knowledge ... FOR FREE! 

I've been cruising for 13 years and still learn stuff every day from this site.
The biggest thing this forum has is kindness. In my short time here, I've seen some posts that could get people's blood boiling (like people who create an account just to complain about Royal like this is their Twitter account and will get a freebie), instead people jump in, be slightly sympathetic to their situation and calmly explain the policy or whatever.
That's in addition to people jumping in sharing their knowledge ... FOR FREE! 

I've been cruising for 13 years and still learn stuff every day from this site.
The biggest thing this forum has is kindness. In my short time here, I've seen some posts that could get people's blood boiling (like people who create an account just to complain about Royal like this is their Twitter account and will get a freebie), instead people jump in, be slightly sympathetic to their situation and calmly explain the policy or whatever.
That's in addition to people jumping in sharing their knowledge ... FOR FREE! 

I feel the same way! I was so prepared for my first Royal cruise in August as the adult-in-charge because of these boards. I went on a Holland America cruise after that in December and basically got on knowing nothing since I didn't have the same resources. Turns out HAL is pretty lame so I've got two more RC cruises booked! Looking to add another in 2021 ?

Agree. All of the people here have been knowledgeable, generous, and helpful. I havent cruised in almost 10 years, and hadnt been on an RC ship in 12. I too feel downright responsible and confident, as the ring leader of my group of 8 shipping out in April, thanks to the folks on these boards (and of course @Matt ). The enthusiasm for cruising RC is contagious, and we are already planning another. 

Guilty as charged !  Enabler and proud of it !

Like I always say to our new comers, "we have a wealth of seasoned cruisers here who are always willing to share their experiences with you and help you with any questions you may have." 

I have to say--- I am really starting to feel like one of you guys..... ???
I have 2 cruises under my belt-- well technically 5- --- 3 of them from when I was a kid and Premier Cruise Lines was around... Recently, I have gone on Majesty and Enchantment. I am now going on Harmony in March.... Mariner in April.... and Oasis in March 2021.
I always check this blog for anything cruise related.. whether it is ship questions, excursion questions, dining, etc. I always use Royal Caribbean Blog as my top resource! You guys are amazing!
Thanks for always being so helpful and full of information. This forum and people are always so great! You are truly appreciated! Especially @Matt!
Just wanted to say my appreciation  ?  

Also, Priority Pass Access, travel insurance, car rental insurance, $300 back from fee in travel and more.

With the raised fee will come Door Dash, Lyft, and a few other perks.
Plus it is metal ?

Login to the cruise planner to get the price for current sale.
sale price / (100 - sale percentage) = non sale price.
Non sale price x 2 x number of days + 18%.
That price would be a great assumption of worst case.
Example: $59 a day per person at 20% off for a week long cruise.
$59 / .80 = $73.75.
$73.75 x 2 x 7 = $1032.50 
$1032.50 * .18 (18%) = $185.85 + $1032.50 = $1218.35. (That's for two).
Hope this helps.

Just book the same ship, same room on the next cruise:) Same muster station. Problem solved ?

When charges are made on a credit card through Royal, the company generally places an additional percentage amount as a hold. I tried to use a pre-paid card for payment for one cruise and I did not have enough "buffer" so it was rejected. Had enough on another card and it was accepted. If  you are using one for purchase of shore excursions, etc. and it is for full payment AND you have enough buffer money on the card Royal will take it. For an open ended use like use on your Seapass card, they will not. Ended up using them on groceries at home, the only place that did not add the additional hold.

Login to the cruise planner to get the price for current sale.
sale price / (100 - sale percentage) = non sale price.
Non sale price x 2 x number of days + 18%.
That price would be a great assumption of worst case.
Example: $59 a day per person at 20% off for a week long cruise.
$59 / .80 = $73.75.
$73.75 x 2 x 7 = $1032.50 
$1032.50 * .18 (18%) = $185.85 + $1032.50 = $1218.35. (That's for two).
Hope this helps.

I heard from a blog reader recently that the answer is no.

Obviously you need to go on another cruise as quickly as possible. Like turning something off then on again - maybe it didn't reset your equilibrium and you need to try again. For science.

Shoved off right on time at 3:00 on the dot. The Captain took us for a harbor tour around the Statue of Liberty and lower Manhattan.  The weather completely sucked but it was still a really nice trip.  I had heard that they did this from time-to-time, but had never been lucky enough to have it happen for us.

 
Sorry....bad picture.  I’m no a Twangster.