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@Katiel53 I wouldn't want to sail in an inside if I had to share. If I cruise solo then I cannot imagine really needing a balcony....unless I was on an Oasis class ship.

I originally said that obviously 2 cruise is better than one but there are a lot of factors to consider. I am a bougie type of girl who has no problem spending money on comforts, but there are just some things even my ego cannot justify. There is absolutely no reason for anything other than an interior on a port heavy/bucket list cruise. The extra money could be spent on experiences. Even more so when you are traveling solo. There are a lot of factors to consider and I think the answer would change with each sailing.

I would imagine that quite a few bars will be open as soon as you embark. They will have to be so they can sell drink packages to people who aren't savvy enough to be on this blog or per-purchase in the cruise planner

@SteveinSC On the blog there is a post saying some itineraries are being released after March 9th.

Glad you are having an amazing time. Those drinks look amazing and I am not a drinker. I am a mocktail kind of  girl, might do 1 alcoholic drink a day on vacation.

I also want to know what the drama was with karaoke, I bet someone stole another person's song

If you don't mind me asking where can I find more information about the casino and its comped cruises?

@Zain I don't quite understand your post. There would be no reason to change the refreshment package unless you change the booking dates. If all you were doing was repricing then your booking number should stay the same, keeping your cruise planner purchases intact. So if that is not the case they probably just honored the price instead of giving you a credit.

@Chadster Don't believe the lies!!! That is literally all there is....... you can try to pack, read books and live your daily life. But the Cruise demon always has its ways of getting you.

It is actually worse because of this blog. I log on almost every day and I get more and more jealous as people live blog their cruises. I feel trapped in a cycle of when is it my turn.

@FManke Actually most people who don't mention it tip better imho. Making a big deal about what your doing puts a burden on the receiver as well.

@FManke I agree if the ice didn't come from my fridge

I use to forget my straws but that paper taste started to burn into me. Since I always carry a purse or backpack, I keep my straw in with my chopsticks (the case is fancy). I now always have one but sometimes forget to wash it.

@panda123 That is the best story ever. I feel like rescue animals love you the hardest and are just happier. I hope my next fur baby loves a good bath.

Definitely do 2 inside cabins oppose to one balcony...especially if it means I am doing 2 B2B, enjoyable itineraries. I have to fly from Chicago to any port so I want to get the most out of my cruises. If the inside cabins would be at different times of the year I might choose one balcony on a long itinerary. Because it might be cheaper than what flights, ridesharing and hotels might cost. 2 inside rooms could be more C&A points and faster status depending on who is traveling. A balcony is only good if you plan to spend at least 32% of the cruise in your room.

I invested in the metal and silicone straws because I hate the way paper feels. I also want to do my part for the environment. Amazon sells some for like $5 that include a cleaner.

@panda123 Troll is an awesome dog name.

@SpeedNoodles I love it. Professor had a bad habit of wanting to put all four paws on my passport or any document I needed. It would take him 6 or 7 mins to do this and then he would refuse to move. Then glare at me if I physically picked him up to retrieve whatever i needed.

Your kids are adorable and look to be already having the time of their lives. I also love that your sister has a t-shirt of leg day...and its a chicken leg

@SpeedNoodles Thanks, unfortunately he passed last year. Its still too soon to have another baby but I already have Senator Meowkin's picked out for their name.

@Ogilthorpe You're right...you're right

@SpeedNoodles Yeah dogs forget everything as soon as treats come, try that with a cat. Professor Atticus never let me forget when I gave him a bath, if looks could kill.

@Curt From Canada I've been on a only-what-you-cook diet since Oct. My doctor is allowing me an exception when it comes to cruising as long as I get enough water, fruit and veggies to balance out. I don't know what your restrictions are but RC does seem to have some fit options that don't taste like old pizza boxes.

@SpeedNoodles I worked for an inventory company when I was overnight, I changed companies just to feel better. Once you get into the light you never want to go back.

Are all the dogs clean but mad?

@SpeedNoodles Well he posed for the picture, so you really must have dampened his spirit and he wanted proof of what you did. Congrats on the last shift and getting to live in the sun. I worked overnights for 2 years as a manager and it nearly ruined my life....I couldn't have one because I slept during the day.

Meh, I wouldn't be too worried, everything is up to chance. I got a flu shot this year and got the flu 5 days later. I wash my hands fifty-eleven times, it was just my turn.

I would definitely be, only truly worried about one illness....the Itis. With all the food choices you run the risk of falling into food comas and truly hurting yourself. 

In Chicago our mystery dinner is $68 a person and no alcohol is included, its also basically pasta. I can see the mystery dinner being worth it when you are doing alcohol/specialty dining ala carte. You get specialty dining, drinks, and a show...two if you include the other cruisers. Also they give quite a bit of food.

Also no offense but that 2br suite looks really cramped, it has to be the layout.

@Zurc It didn't use to be but they added more and more people who rely on your tips. Most servers see only about 10/14%, of course according to Facebook they make $600,000 a year