CruisingSteve

https://www.cruisehive.com/royal-caribbean-cruise-ship-quarantines-furry-stowaway/116429

I asked Google AI this question and it gave a pretty accurate response. No pictures but here the response Cruise ships in 25 years are expected to be significantly more advanced and sustainable than today's vessels. Here are some of the key trends that are likely to shape the future of cruise ships: Sustainability: Cruise lines are under increasing pressure to reduce their environmental impact. In the future, we can expect to see ships powered by alternative fuels such as liquefied natural gas (LNG) and hydrogen. Ships may also be equipped with more efficient propulsion systems and use waste heat recovery systems to generate electricity. Personalization: Cruise ships are becoming increasingly personalized, with passengers able to tailor their experience to their individual preferences. This could include everything from choosing their own dining experiences and entertainment options to selecting the type of cabin they want to stay in. Technology: Technology is playing an increasingly important role in the cruise industry. In the future, we can expect to see ships equipped with artificial intelligence (AI) and virtual reality (VR) technology. AI could be used to personalize the passenger experience, while VR could be used to create immersive experiences onboard. Destinations: Cruise lines are constantly expanding their range of destinations. In the future, we can expect to see ships sailing to more remote and exotic locations, such as the Arctic and Antarctica. Size and design: Cruise ships are getting bigger and bigger. In the future, we can expect to see ships with over 10,000 passengers. These ships will be designed to be more like floating cities, with a wide range of amenities and activities onboard. Here are some specific examples of what cruise ships might be like in 25 years: Powered by hydrogen fuel cells: Hydrogen fuel cells are a clean and efficient way to generate electricity. They are also emissions-free, which means that ships powered by hydrogen fuel cells will have a zero carbon footprint. Equipped with AI-powered virtual assistants: Virtual assistants can be used to provide passengers with information and assistance, such as booking shore excursions or making restaurant reservations. They can also be used to personalize the passenger experience, such as recommending activities based on the passenger's interests. Designed with underwater observation decks: Underwater observation decks will allow passengers to see marine life up close without having to get wet. Featuring virtual reality dining experiences: Virtual reality dining experiences will allow passengers to dine in a variety of different settings, such as a castle or a rainforest. Equipped with robot staff: Robot staff will be able to perform a variety of tasks, such as cleaning cabins and serving food. This will free up human staff to focus on providing more personalized service to passengers.

For those not familiar, Rhapsody was sailing from Haifa Israel. Looks like Royal found a new home for Rhapsody

I saw this posted in another group and thought it was really cool. Didn't say how long the guy spent making it but it's over 5000 Lego pieces

Several ways to get to/from PBI-FLL 1. Rent a car 2. Uber/Lyft 3. Tri-Rail 4. Brightline 5. Taxi (This is probably the most expensive option)

Probably won't hear anything for a while. Royal has tons of debt from not running any ships for 15 months. There was talk about Project Discovery not long ago. If I was to guess what's next, I would think we would hear something about that since 100k ton ships are cheaper to build than a 250k ton ship but we have to wait and see

One garage is near terminals 5 and 6 Port Canaveral to build two new parking garages to handle soaring passenger counts (msn.com)

https://www.msn.com/en-us/travel/news/1-300-flights-canceled-thousands-more-delayed-due-to-stormy-east-coast-weather/ar-AA1eVdSc

Probably more Icon class ships. We have only heard about 3 because that is what is contracted to be built. Same thing happened with Oasis class when it was announced. Then came 4, 5, and 6. Royal need to "Test" the ship for profitability. They also want customer feedback and other research before they commit to a 4th one and beyond. $2 Billion per ship is a lot of money to spend. I would love to see a Project Discovery at around 100,000 tons that can sail from ports like Tampa and get into ports that the big ships can't fit in. Radiance and Vision class ships are almost up for their lifespan. It's a smart business move since they said Vision class ships don't break even until about 80% capacity

The Space Coast airport isn't even along the current tracks. It's like 5-10 miles away

Video on Reddit

Both are 3 night cruises from the same port (Port Canaveral) and both go to Nassau and their private islands. Major price difference

Screen shot of my upcoming cruise for CocoCay. Prices are higher than last time I checked. Beach Club was $199 and now it's $229. Wave Jet tour used to be $99. I'm pretty sure Thrill Waterpark went up as well

This will make it much easier for people coming and going to Orlando area to the piers https://news.yahoo.com/brightline-unveil-orlando-station-week-210252732.html

Get a USB hub or a EU to US converter. Both work great

This is Odysseys Skypad. I took the picture last week from Celebrity Reflection. Notice the bungee ropes are gone

Here is a picture someone posted of Mariner Skypad

Spoiler: The top 5 are all Royal Caribbean ships Top 25 Cruise Ships with the Most Online Searches (cruisefever.net)

I used to wear a tuxedo 10 years ago because half the people in the dining room also had tuxedos on. But now the number of tuxedos on formal night, I can count on one hand. Now, I just wear a dress shirt and slacks and fit in with everyone else.