wordell1

Officially no, but if you use your card to enter and she follows you in, nobody would really know.

If I am understanding correctly, you booked an interior guarantee.  This is the cheapest option available for booking and doesn't entitle you to any choice.  You are going to get the best room that hasn't already sold - period.  If you want something more, you will need to pay for it.

If I am understanding correctly, you booked an interior guarantee.  This is the cheapest option available for booking and doesn't entitle you to any choice.  You are going to get the best room that hasn't already sold - period.  If you want something more, you will need to pay for it.

Supply and demand - it's worth what people are willing to pay.

@Brookelynn. No, it's Royal IT. Please don't let it take away from your sailing. Did you uninstall and then install again? That is what I had to do, they will get it together. 
There is nothing like your first Royal Cruise, it is incredible. I look back and remember it so fondly, I met @SebagoSue on that sailing, actually @wordell1 and his family , what a warm wonderful welcome we received.
The only problem you may encounter is you will get hooked like the rest of us, the ships crew go above and beyond to make sure you are happy. 
Happy cruise and a big warm welcome to our Royal family!!

Supply and demand - it's worth what people are willing to pay.

Why would they give a credit for people who were able to enjoy the full cruise?

Why would they give a credit for people who were able to enjoy the full cruise?

Why would they give a credit for people who were able to enjoy the full cruise?

Mattress comfort is subjective.  Having said that, this is what I would describe as a known issue with Royal.  The beds are very firm.  I don't really like them either, but my wife loves them so it's not everyone who is complaining.  They can bring in the foam topper, but beyond that the beds are the beds and they aren't going to change them out.

Mattress comfort is subjective.  Having said that, this is what I would describe as a known issue with Royal.  The beds are very firm.  I don't really like them either, but my wife loves them so it's not everyone who is complaining.  They can bring in the foam topper, but beyond that the beds are the beds and they aren't going to change them out.

Why would they give a credit for people who were able to enjoy the full cruise?

I have not heard anything, Would love to see it.  Im glad its come back up to where it was pre covid.  I actually bought mine during covid when it was in the upper 20's.  😀

MDR food should not be compared to a good restaurant because the meals are not cooked to order.  The meals are cooked in mass and menu choices reflect that. They are more correctly compared to banquet food that would be served at an awards dinner or wedding. 
I think they do a good job overall but there are definitely some things that are a miss for me.  I wish there was more variety to the menu's so that those of us who cruise regularly get some fresh choices.
 

MDR food should not be compared to a good restaurant because the meals are not cooked to order.  The meals are cooked in mass and menu choices reflect that. They are more correctly compared to banquet food that would be served at an awards dinner or wedding. 
I think they do a good job overall but there are definitely some things that are a miss for me.  I wish there was more variety to the menu's so that those of us who cruise regularly get some fresh choices.
 

Congratulations!
A few tips:
Make sure you specify whether you are using your diamond drinks or not when you order.  Waiters will often apply them automatically if you don't specify and you may waste one on a low cost drink.
The coffee machine in the Crown Lounge is an underrated perk.  They also have a nice hor dourves set up at happy hour and a waiter to get drinks.
The concierge located in the Crown lounge can do a lot of things you used to have to go to guest relations for.
The free photo (each) is another nice perk.
 

Congratulations!
A few tips:
Make sure you specify whether you are using your diamond drinks or not when you order.  Waiters will often apply them automatically if you don't specify and you may waste one on a low cost drink.
The coffee machine in the Crown Lounge is an underrated perk.  They also have a nice hor dourves set up at happy hour and a waiter to get drinks.
The concierge located in the Crown lounge can do a lot of things you used to have to go to guest relations for.
The free photo (each) is another nice perk.
 

I've had the same experience. But instead of turning left on Royal Caribbean Circle, you should be able to continue straight on Royal Caribbean Way and turn left into the North parking lot instead of going around past luggage drop-off. 

I would call the Galveston office for Enterprise and ask them the best way. 

I use taxi's.  I usually arrange with the driver to pick me up a set time - i have never had a problem with them being there.

If you can afford it, there are some big advantages to staying in the park.  Disney is really 4 parks so you will definitely need to make some decisions depending on how many days you have available.

This is very common in Roatan.  Cash is preferred at restaurants also.

A lot more bids were won when Covid was high and occupancies were much lower.  The truth is that there will most likely not be any available rooms to upgrade to.  I would place a bid for what you think it is worth, and then forget about it - you probably will end up in the cabin you booked.  If you do win, it will be a nice surprise at the last minute.

A lot more bids were won when Covid was high and occupancies were much lower.  The truth is that there will most likely not be any available rooms to upgrade to.  I would place a bid for what you think it is worth, and then forget about it - you probably will end up in the cabin you booked.  If you do win, it will be a nice surprise at the last minute.

Cruise Summary
I've waited a few days to post a summary so I can properly contemplate the experience.  In summary it was amazing. 
With my creative thoughts warmed tonight with a glass of Endurance Scotch I am ready to summarize this voyage.
I've enjoyed some special bucket list cruises on various lines to great destinations.  This experience on the Silver Wind to Antarctica has surpassed them all.
We had some great weather on this voyage but I have the feeling that the experience would be pretty fantastic with or without the weather we had.
I was pleasantly surprised by the condition of the Silver Wind.   There is no disputing her age yet I was pleased with the ship and how it has been updated.   
The premium internet plan and the consistent internet experience throughout the voyage given the challenges of internet at sea well away from populated areas was a pleasant surprise for this tech geek.  
When I considered Antarctic itineraries I initially focused on Antarctica exclusively.  Fortunately I realized if I was going all this way, investing in this vacation as required, I should explore the greater area.  This was a great itinerary that included the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, Elephant Island and Antarctica.  All of them are special in their own way and all of them worthy of being included on this special voyage.  
Boots on the ground in the Falklands, South Georgia, Elephant Island and Antarctica with a surprise visit to iceberg A23a.  Enough said.  Christmas in South Georgia, New Years in Antarctica.  Does it get any better than that?  
On the way home at the hotel in Santiago with new friends made on this voyage someone asked the best moment of this experience.  In truth there wasn't one, there were many best moments.
Being in a special place is all well and good but I learned the value of a great zodiac driver while in the Galapagos.  That lesson holds true in the Antarctic.  Great guides are equally important and our expedition team were all pretty great.  They all have impressive resumes and their passion for their work is hard to miss.  They were a large part of making this experience what it became.  I am quickly becoming a fan of Silversea expedition cruising.
The Captain along with his bridge and deck teams were also a significant factor in the making of this experience.  They all did a phenomenal job. 
Food is subjective.  I try to refrain from reviewing food because my tastes should mean little to anyone else.  I can't recall a bad meal and there were some pretty great meals on board.  How do they keep food fresh as long as they did?  The only meals that I was not enthused about were the two lunches in The Restaurant that were basically buffets.  Generally speaking the food in The Restaurant where I ate most of my meals was perfect for me.  
As far as my camera kit for this sailing I think I did pretty good.  When you own a boat and pull into a marina there is always someone in the marina with a better boat.   Photography is somewhat similar and I sometimes had some "PE" (photographer envy) seeing what other guests had in their hand.  Despite that I think I did okay and I'm pleased with the results.
I watched the ship provided video again before sitting down to write this summary.  I am so glad they provide the video.   Justin did a great job with it.   Every time I watch it the memories come flooding back.  
This was an incredible experience and I enjoyed presenting it here.  I hope you have found it informative and I thank you for viewing.