CrimsonCruiser

Nice! And it seems like it was about a week between completion of the test cruise and receipt of the certificate. That's good turn around time after what we've gotten used to with the CDC. Gives me good hope for the other test cruises RCG needs to get done.

Maybe you can squeeze him in for a Johnson and Johnson one? That's effective 2 weeks from injection so if you get it on his birthday...? That's probably a lot of stress though....

So in fantasizing about my return to cruising (75 days!) I'm thinking about my MDR favorites and I'm reminded that the bread rolls aren't heated - or at least they weren't on our 2017 & 2019 trips. (and i think according to AK adventures weren't on Adventure this year either) Which I find an odd choice because I know they were at least lightly warmed on our trip on Freedom in 2015. Anyone know why they seem to have stopped heating them? And more importantly...will they be heated if I ask?

I know you mentioned that you don't get bored in the room but I have to wonder...how? Lol. I'm super introverted as well and really like my alone time, but I think not even being able to stretch my legs and walk the hall would get to me after more than 10 days. (that was about as long as it took me before I wanted to go outside when the lockdowns first started)

Like everyone else has said: - while you are at home/in the US you shouldn't be charged for downloading apps and what not on wifi or using your data (unless you go over your own data package of course) - BUT once you get on the ship think of it almost immediately as a foreign territory and turn your phone on AIRPLANE mode. You can also double secure it by turning off mobile data and roaming to be extra extra sure nothing goes through that could charge you. (Technically you have until the ship reaches international waters but there's no clear line on when that is after departure and you certainly do not want to forget when you're too busy enjoying cruise day) - THEN turn on Wi-FI ONLY. This can be done while maintaining the disconnect from cell towers (airplane mode) which is what causes charges. The Royal app and all features within are able to be used without having to buy a Royal Caribbean internet package. There is a daily charge for the messaging feature in the app ($1.99/day/device I think - @Matt knows best) but that is an optional use feature and as far as I've heard you will not be required to use it for anything on board.

I'm so excited about the new booking deadline cuz now we can book our 2022 cruise onboard like we usually try to do! Definitely gonna score diamond in 2022!

Ahhh that makes some sense! Thanks to you both!

Welcome to the suite life! Haven't had the chance to partake in a suite in an oasis class but I imagine complimentary room service is offered across all ships. I highly recommend it! Especially on boarding day and for early port days. Not having to plan in time to get properly dressed for breakfast in public or having to fight the crowds on boarding day for lunch/dinner is really one of my favorite perks. Also... Pocket the soaps. They're good soaps. And the scent will remind you of cruising when you're on land lol

So I am watching the bungalows at labadee to see if we can grab them again closer to our original cost. I booked them at the currently higher cost to be sure we get one but in case the price drops, I want to grab it right away. BUT I paid with OBC and credit card and I'm worried about the OBC not immediately adding back to my cruise planner. When the excursion was cancelled by Royal Caribbean, due to the ship switch, it took about a week for the OBC refund to show up. I'm worried that will happen again if I try to rebook for a price drop and I'll be forced to use out of pocket money cuz the OBC won't be available...

How would I go about getting this vs having a cancelled excursion sent back to my card? The terms and conditions state: "Cancellations will be refunded in the original form of payment; onboard credits will be applied to your account, and credit card, debit card, or other form of cash equivalent payments will be credited back to the original form of payment within 30 days."

It's such a great experience! I would do it at every port if I could afford it! Lol

I did this one but was too much of a chicken to let it really fly so it was okay but I would have preferred a computer controlled coaster instead >.<

I think I will always pick the Horseback riding in Falmouth. I love horseback riding and then getting to combine it with going in the water *chefs kiss* I also really liked that, once they heard and saw I had some experience on horseback, one of the guides let my horse actually run in the water while everyone else trotted or walked. Now THAT'S an experience! Feeling those powerful muscles crash against the waves and not even take a break in stride ? Runner-up might be the Salsa Salsa Salsa in Cozumel. I like eating and the fact that they gave us stuff to nibble on while we made the salsa was great! Plus you get those salsa recipes as part of the excursion to take back home. I made it at home and my friends LOVED it.

This shouldn't be funny but I can't help but chuckle about it. Especially contemplating that he did it just to get on a cruise. lmao but in all seriousness -hope he's okay. From what I hear, there's a serious undertow in that river that makes trying to swim across almost deadly

always happy to watch, Chris! If you get bored maybe you could do a pseudo live chat where you tell people to ask you things on IG stories or twitter and answer?

I don't know how long it will take to transfer but my OBC refund was back on my trip planner after 5 days from the date I got the refund issued email.

Noooo November's too late (for me) lol. Gotta be moving by September! for...reasons... completely non-selfish reasons ??

always excited to see a new video in my subscriptions!

That would make sense! It was many a year ago and I also just have the WORST memory. Lol.

I agree. It would be a fun experiment...in a simulated environment. Lol. I'm not old-timey science-y enough to risk real human lives.

I think I once saw a round table capable of seating maybe 15? I didn't get to see actual people at it and I also realize now it may have been the Chef's table...(it was very fancily decorated) Another time, on Liberty, I did see several square tables pushed together for about 10- 12 people. Seemed cramped and like a pain for the wait staff though...just my outsider's opinion.

I wonder how long it will take for the public to hear the results of the test cruise. I also wonder if any of the volunteer crew onboard will take videos....I'm much curious. Plus...if they're volunteering to act like passengers, is this like a mini vacation? These are the real questions. lol

We booked our 3rd cruise through Next Cruise while on Enchantment. It was an okay experience. I enjoyed the $500 OBC we got (the biggest perk in booking on the ship) and the chance to talk to someone was nice. I will say, it's like anything else in life, experience in booking does depend on the agent. While the agent we had on Enchantment wasn't bad, I do wish she had been more informative. Compared to an agent we spoke to on Liberty, the Enchantment agent felt like she was just there to press buttons. The agent on Liberty was able to talk about what to do at certain ports, what ports were best for flying in, what ships had what features, and why we might even like ships we hadn't considered. She also knew a little bit about Celebrity's itineraries. I already know I plan to make a couple of trips by the desk on our next trip to talk to several people and ask a million questions. TL;DR - worth it for the OBC and chance to speak to a potentially uber knowledgeable human face to face; experience varies by agent.

AK adventures went on an off roader (ATV?) excursion in Cozumel and had to wear masks the entire time. Basically, mask requirements are by port / country rules, not Royal Caribbean.

Thank you! It's not a deal breaker but I sure would have been bummed.