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We had the identical tub in 12648 (2BR GS) on Oasis - We really enjoyed it but as you have both pointed out, it is basically a VERY large jacuzzi bath tub. You fill it with normal water (no chlorine or salt water) from a normal spigot - it takes close to an hour at least to fill. I did the same as your husband and over did it with the hot water - it was way too hot. I had to drain it down and then add some cold to get it right (took another half hour). I'm guessing that your attendant did drain it as I don't think it would have fully drained with the stopper in during your dinner. Our attendant definitely cleaned ours regularly as we did use it a few times. I found no information before my cruise on these Jacuzzi's as they are pretty rare, even in suites, so this will hopefully be helpful for future guests.

You don't think Royal has lawyers that look at these things?

The PCR test is something your home country is requiring, not Royal. The bottom line is that these post cruise tests are causing more problems than they are solving for Royal. You should be able to cancel and get a refund if you aren't happy with the change. Just insist on a refund instead of the FCC.

I'm seeing $67 per day + 18% gratuities on Wonder in June and $56 + 18% on Liberty in March. Prices are definitely on the rise - The days of $40 drink packages are gone for now.

There are a lot of part time travel agents out there. Much like real estate agents, this is not a place where you want to hire a friend or relative who is getting into the business. One of the reasons I chose MEI was that they are involved as a sponsor of this board and there are many agents under their umbrella. If you are having issues with a particular agent, there is a way to address it and be assigned a new agent.

Amarone is one of my favorite wines!

One pro is that your agent should be on the lookout for price changes. My MEI agent emailed me last week with almost $500 in savings on 2 different cruises. I actually like to book my own cruises, but I then transfer them to my agent to handle from there. As Matt said above, there are no charges and lots of benefits.

Thanks for keeping everyone updated!

I'm sure there will be a lot of people who cancel because of a combination of failed tests, perceived increased risk of getting covid, and or more restrictive protocols. I'd be shocked if it were anywhere near full capacity. Have a great trip!

@NeesaSounds like you caught some bad luck on this one. I'm glad you are making the best of it. There are worse things than being caught on a cruise ship in a 2 br GS but I'm sure you wish you could have made your port stops.

I think he is referring to the ferry to the mainland that is part of several excursions. The sea is often rough and thus the nickname.

Does the airport in Cozumel have enough capacity to bring in 3000 plus for a cruise?

I have a 15 year old and he has definitely enjoyed the inflatables. I would also consider Paradise Beach in Cozumel. It has a pay as you go option vs Mr Sancho's which is all inclusive.

I've been on 2 post covid cruises and have 4 more booked. I've been generally supportive of Royal's approach to covid protocols. I'm not onboard with increased mask wearing.

People need to start voting with their pocketbooks.

The CDC has no power to enforce anything leaving from Florida. It's time that Royal tells them to go stick it.

On Oasis a few weeks back, each hot tub had a max capacity. The ones in the Solarium were 7 person max. They had an attendant enforcing the limit. At one point, there was 3 couples in and another couple joined. The attendant came over and told the guy that there was a 7 person limit. He kept asking the attendant "so what are you telling me?". The attendant kept repeating the limit, but would not actually tell him that he had to get out - he finally walked away leaving us with 8.

It is possible that dropping her could cause your current booking to be repriced - but not always and probably not if she was the 4th in a room. Check with your TA or Royal. If there is a price change, you could also just have her "no show" at check in. You would keep your current deal and be refunded the port fees and taxes you paid for her.

Snorkeling is very good in Belize, people also opt for cave tubing.

My suggestion would be to get a travel agent and let them know what you are looking for. They will probably see them before anyone else.

I was not able to connect to ship wifi from terminal A in Miami. You do need to be on ship wifi to book shows.

My 15 year old was on Oasis a few weeks ago. I highly recommend going to the 7pm meet up - They will have a few ice breakers and this is really where the kids meet up and form groups. It is not weird to go alone - there will be plenty of kids in the same situation.

On AOS at 30 percent capacity, we walked out to the pool at noon on a session day and found 2 lounges right next to the pool.

Wow, that is quite a story

Honestly, I think you will either have to cancel the whole thing or go without her. You can cancel the cruise for a credit, but I doubt you could book a holiday cruise for anything near the same fare. Call your TA or Royal directly if you booked with them.