Beth Davis

Unless you moved here (FL) during the pandemic after being SO excited to be able to drive to the port. And then every cruise we’ve had booked since then has been cancelled 😂 fingers crossed cruising out of Port Everglades (FLL) in 20 days!

Unless you moved here (FL) during the pandemic after being SO excited to be able to drive to the port. And then every cruise we’ve had booked since then has been cancelled 😂 fingers crossed cruising out of Port Everglades (FLL) in 20 days!

Unless you moved here (FL) during the pandemic after being SO excited to be able to drive to the port. And then every cruise we’ve had booked since then has been cancelled 😂 fingers crossed cruising out of Port Everglades (FLL) in 20 days!

Hey Beth, thanks for the advice and the link. My Girlfriend did purchase the four pack. Just recently tried my last reusable cup on it and it works great. She is totally gonna use it on our upcoming trip.
thanks again,
Joe

Hi Joe, I ordered these - 4 Pack 30oz Tumbler Carrier Holder,DanziX Neoprene Sleeve Replacement with Carrying Handle Totally 8 Pcs-Black,Rosy,Purple,Blue https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08GFDXCML/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_SNHPWM5FFX5N3JHZ9KQG?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 - for our Universal Studios reusable cups and they hold well and keep the drink somewhat insulated, it also fits our RC cups no problem. It’s a less expensive alternative for sure. 😊

Very true mamie.  A lot depends on what time you disembark.  We always try to get the latest time possible which usually gets us off around 9:30.  A direct airport shuttle would get you to MCO by 10:45-11.  Lunch, browsing the shops now it’s noon.  Through TSA & to the gate maybe 12:45ish.  Bathroom break & you’re not that early for a 2:30 flight that will start boarding around 2.
Point is you may not have as much time as you think.  Just another view.  Enjoy whatever you decide!

Visit messageboards and various cruise groups. Work as many extra hours as I can stand to fill the time.

Sorry, hit the wrong button, I get it, we lost our cruise for the 29 th  for the third time, just doing a key west trip instead.

Very helpful. Thank you

You have until the 21st to decide if you want the 125% FCC or a 100% refund. We opted for the FCC and it says we should receive the email with the FCC vouchers by Feb 4th. Hopefully it is that quick, as I canceled one in may of last year, for a 2022 cruise and it took almost 6 months for me to get the vouchers . 
“Dear Guest,
As a result of ongoing COVID-related circumstances, Royal Caribbean International is cancelling the 2-night January 22, 2022 sailing onboard Independence of the Seas.
Regretfully, this means your reservation will be cancelled. We know how much time and effort go into planning your vacation, and we’re sorry for the impact to your plans. We do hope you will take advantage of the options below and find another sailing to join us on.
Your Options
Option 1: Automatically receive a 125% Future Cruise Credit
We’re providing you with a 125% Future Cruise Credit to book a new cruise.
This amount is based on your total cruise fare paid, and we’re giving you a little extra knowing that this is such a unique circumstance. Your certificate can be used on any Royal Caribbean International sailing that departs on or before December 31, 2022 (or one year from your original sailing – whichever is further out), as long as it’s redeemed by the expiration date. We will automatically issue your Future Cruise Credit via email no later than February 4, 2022, so there’s nothing for you to do! Taxes & fees and any RoyalUp upgrades will be automatically refunded. Current refund processing is around 30 days. We are working as quickly as possible, and we appreciate your patience. Please note: If you opted into the Cruise with Confidence 100% Future Cruise Credit, this offer does not apply. If you previously used a Future Cruise Credit (including previous Global Suspension FCCs), you’ll receive a new Future Cruise Credit. This will be for 125% of any new monies paid on this sailing, plus the value of your original credit at 100% of its value, with an expiration date ofDecember 31, 2022 (or one year from the original sail date). If you were already impacted by a sailing that was previously cancelled due to a global suspension and paid additional monies on a new booking within this extended suspension period, and you opt in for a refund via the process below, it will be for both bookings. Option 2: Select a 100% refund
If you prefer a full refund, which is a lower value than the future cruise credit offer above, we’re happy to process this for you. Given how fluid this situation is, and the opportunity to use the extra credit being offered, you have until January 21, 2022 to request a refund and deactivate your certificate.
Please contact us to start the refund process, forfeiting the higher value of your 125% Future Cruise Credit. To avoid waiting on the phone to cancel, click hereand we will get the refund process started for you. Note: Please know, once we receive your refund request, we unfortunately won’t be able to accept an FCC request if you change your mind. We’ll then deactivate your Future Cruise Credit and process your refund to your original form(s) of payment, which will include any non-refundable deposits. You can expect to receive your refund 30 days after you submit your refund request. Please note: If you used a Cruise with Confidence certificate on this sailing and you request a refund instead, we’ll refund any NEW funds paid above the certificate amount, and we’ll reinstate your original Cruise with Confidence certificate. “

This was our first back and our first without our kids. Just a quick weekend away, ugh. I'm so bummed.

This was our first back and our first without our kids. Just a quick weekend away, ugh. I'm so bummed.

They just canceled our January 22nd Independence of the Seas. 😞  

They just canceled our January 22nd Independence of the Seas. 😞  

This was our first back and our first without our kids. Just a quick weekend away, ugh. I'm so bummed.

That is how I interpret it! If you want, cut and paste the text of the email into a response and we can read through it and tear it apart!

Oh no-  I’m sorry for you. The rug was pulled out from under our 1/8 Symphony voyage as well. So I know how you feel. 

They just canceled our January 22nd Independence of the Seas. 😞  

They just canceled our January 22nd Independence of the Seas. 😞  

My upgrade from an Ocean View to a Spacious Balcony was accepted at minimum bid.

My upgrade from an Ocean View to a Spacious Balcony was accepted at minimum bid.

My upgrade from an Ocean View to a Spacious Balcony was accepted at minimum bid.

The only thing I look forward to on disembarkation day is walking by the “Table of Shame”.  For those of you who have not seen it or do not know what it is, the table of shame is usually one of the last things you pass before picking up your luggage.  What looks like a few port employees having the worlds worst yard sale is really just the place for you to pickup anything that was confiscated from you on embarkation day.
I love to look at what is there and would love to see if we could get members of this group to snap photos and post them here for us all to enjoy.
We sailed Odyssey on the NYE cruise and the table of shame was top-notch.  I saw a full size stand up fan, the kind with the round base that oscillates, a space heater and several irons.  I’m kicking myself for not snapping a photo to kick this thread off properly.

Just received our acceptance from an OV to Spacious Balcony for our weekend getaway January 22 on the Independence. 🎉 

Just received our acceptance from an OV to Spacious Balcony for our weekend getaway January 22 on the Independence. 🎉