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This has been the situation in the whole country since the beginning of the epidemic. RC is going to make the best decisions they can each day to run their business. The best way they can fo this is to get their ships cruising with paying passengers. They will make decisions based on CDC requirements, global Covid issues affecting ports of call, and what their customers are willing to pay for. Things will change daily because those 2 things are changing daily.

I doubt it makes a difference either way. The taxi will pull up to the hotel and the porters are right there to take your bag. At 50% capacity your bags will come quickly.

Rather than Coke vs Pepsi, I would say it's more like Target vs Walmart. They both have very similar products but attract noticeably different customers.

Our bags were definitely scanned as usual. My wife's bag had a sticker indicating that they had opened it to check her power strip (which was a multi USB adapter so it was ok). I never saw anything that said you couldn't bring 2 bottles on as normal. Bahamas customs didn't require us to open our bags, although they were set up to do do. They did not ask about alcohol at all, only about our plans and how much currency we were carrying.

I can't answer the 1st question as we did not try. I don't see why you couldn't drop off your bags and then check in later. Our bags were taken from the taxi by a RC porter. We then proceeded into the hotel to check in. If we had left in the same cab instead, or walked from the hotel to the downtown area, I don't think anyone would have noticed. Just set you check in appointment for later in the day.

Matt already posted this on the main blog. https://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/2021/06/15/royal-caribbeans-vaccine-policy-2021-cruises

This is what we are getting on Adventure. I haven't seen Evian at all.

Yes, my wife and I have done it several times today! I drink one before bed and usually one in the middle of the night. Prevents hangovers.

That was put in as a hedge against continued Covid shutdowns. With cruising back, I am pretty sure construction will be completed on time.

People are going to need to expect the unexpected over the next few months. There will likely be many changes to itineraries, pre boarding and on-board protocols, etc. We should remember that a lot of people don't want us cruising at all and Royal has been leading the fight to get us back to doing what we love. My understanding is that people can still cancel and apply the full price towards another future cruise when things may be a little more certain.

With the package, you can pick up 2 at a time (each) from a bar by showing your card. You could easily go to the next bar and repeat. They can be stored in the room cooler. If you don't have the package, the ships water is really good. You can fill up your drink cups and ask your room attendant to keep the ice bucket full.

Thanks!

Day 6 (Thursday) according to the Royal App.

Just as in the US, things are constantly changing with regards to Civud travel requirements. I'm sure Royal is working with each port to work out something that works. Keep in mind that many of these places have not had access to vaccines to the extent that we in the US are used to. They need to be concerned about non vaccinated people. Royal will also have concerns based on the rate of infection in each port. I would expect changes, even up to the last minute.

Now that looks good!

If it is a true first class seat, then I think it is worth it. Most domestic airline seats are really business class and in my opinion, not worth it unless the price difference is very small. With Covid, the extra service and better meals aren't happening.

Everything is on hold for the foreseeable future. Allure has a schedule all the way to 2023.

I have no information but I would expect changes based on what each destination is requiring for Covid protocols and how that fits with what RC is doing (which they probably haven't finalized).

Generally the best prices are when the cruise first is listed. Holiday cruises are popular and generally get more expensive over time - not less. I would guess that you already have the best price but it never hurts to keep checking.

I blame the CDC for this. Children who are not eligible should have been exempted from the vaccine requirements for a "fully vaccinated" cruise, which is the option that RC would have preferred. Personally, I don't really care whether non vaccinated people are on a cruise with me, or what the rules for those people are as long as it doesn't affect me. My only slight concern would be an outbreak amongst the non vaccinated people ending the cruise suddenly - which is highly unlikly if we are testing beforehand. Cases are dropping all over the country so this may all be a moot point soon.

For me, 4 free drinks a day would easily make the drink package not make sense. I suspect there will be a lot less packages sold to Diamond and above.

I like paradise beach. They have a pay as you go option where you pay $3 to get in an pay for food and drink. If you aren't big drinkers, it may make more sense vs all inclusive. The food is good. Their website heavily advertises the all inclusive option, but the pay as you go is still an option. The best all inclusive beach club in Cozumel | Paradise Beach Cozumel

I agree, I use my Costco Visa - 4% back on gas, 3% on travel and restaurants - much better thean the RC card.

The Bahamas health visa is really easy if you are vaccinated - if you are bringing unvaccinated children, it is defintely more difficult.

Congratulations on getting back to work!