WAAAYTOOO

So far we are batting 1000 with embarkation lunch and UDP BUT I will also add that we have always had the benefit of having a Concierge or a Genie make our reservations in advance for us. That is not to say that you would be turned away if you don’t have advanced reservations but we’ve just never tried to do it without advanced reservations. In addition to always getting in, we have always received the “regular” lunch menu and not the more limited Key menu at Chops. I love specialty dining on embarkation day. It is such a relief not to have to fight the crowds.

That’s the attitude that we had when we did B2B on Anthem in Feb. There is so much to do inside that I never once worried about what was going on outside.

I believe that with the new Unlimited Dining Package the rule is, if the restaurant is open and they can seat you, it is included.

I guess we were just lucky but I don’t recall getting charged the overage for a drink over the max when we were SC. One notable exception was when we went into Vintages on Anthem and ordered a Caymus (each). When they brought the bill for $17 EACH I disputed it saying that we had the drink package only to be SUPER embarrassed to be informed that the $17 was the OVERAGE price meaning that the wine was $30 a glass. I sheepishly slinked away and haven’t been in a Vintages since. ??. I obviously have no appreciation for fine wine. It tasted just like any $13 wine I have ever had before.

Our food was so bad on our last “meal with an officer” that Dan has not yet wanted to go back. Maybe some day. For now though...nope.

I know what you mean I am so unhappy with the new upgrade discounts on comps.

I think the bungalows at South Beach actually look better than the cabanas at the other locations. They have the double couch like the old cabanas. Even without the full second wall I think they look like a better option - at least, to me.

+1 Excellent job !

DOGged persistence ! I love it.

This was one of our greatest disappointments after looking forward to it for so long. Our meal was AWFUL and the officer (on our end of the table, anyway) was a very low ranking operations officer who knew little about anything except for the engine room. We have not been back to another one since. If I were you, Stephanie, I would temper my expectations.

No. MEI will have nothing to do with Visa OBC. When you complete the redemption process you will get an email confirming the redemption. It WILL show up in your CP as available OBC

I will ! Thanks

Changing stylists is easy as long as you switch salons at the same time ! The awkward-ness happens when you go to see a new stylist in the same salon where your old stylist still works. No thanks !

We’ve waited as late as 1 week prior to sailing but it’s best to redeem at least 2 weeks prior. The system has definitely improved over the past couple of years. It used to take a while to get the process completed but now with it all being online it’s much more reliable. If you redeem 2 weeks prior the OBC should show up nearly immediately on your account. If you redeem 3 or more weeks ahead it might not show up immediately

That is really such a personal kind of decision. For anyone who is new to cruising, I say that it is wise to give the MDR a try first. We ate in the MDR for YEARS before we ever tried our first specialty restaurant. We just, eventually, got tired of the same menus over and over again and decided to venture out...so if you have "been there, done that" with the MDR and enjoy eating at the specialties, I'd say $154 for the UDP is an excellent price (7 nights ?).

Is Wings Airways a member of the One World Alliance ? How did you manage to get the exit row seat ? ??

I am also in NOVA. If you like Amaretto (me too !) try getting a pina colada made with amaretto instead of rum. It is liquid candy !

This is particularly offensive for men. I guess it’s somehow effeminate to drink cappuccinos after 10 AM. I am also a frequent violator of this norm. I also don’t care if they brand me a tourist. So be it.

Be careful with pizza in Italy. To them, pepperoni is peppers.

Sashimi does not have rice. You probably wanted to order ebi nigiri.

Stunning !

Incredible. Thank you

Yes, I certainly think it would be an opportunity to do that ! MEI Travel May I recommend Michelle Cunningham ? [email protected]' 703-986-0661

I think anyone can snorkel if you have your own gear. I believe the cost is associated with renting snorkeling equipment.

Oh, to be Star Class on this cruise.....can't even imagine the North Star views !!