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Not sure if this has to do with just the sailings being released but thought I’d share 

54 minutes ago, F1guynz said:

It depends on the country you are in. In Australia or New Zealand you lose the whole deposit which is either $200 or $400 depending on the length of the cruise.

When booking a non refundable cruise you will see the fine print by clicking on cancellation policy on the guest information screen of the booking screen.

 

I am in U.S!

56 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said:

If you cancel before final payment, you will lose $100pp and the remainder of your deposit should come back as an FCC. So for example, if you have a deposit for 4 people at $250pp; you will get an FCC for each person for $150. 
 

Unless something has changed that I am not aware of....

Got it, maybe that’s where the 100 I have been seeing is coming from. I haven’t paid final payment yet so this would apply to me if it hasn’t changed. Thanks!

9 minutes ago, Sharla said:

The whole deposit.

Thank you!

If you cancel a non refundable deposit cruise do they keep the whole deposit or just $100 pp? I have seen both floating around and don’t know which is true. 

32 minutes ago, Linda R said:

Perhaps the restaurant would get food from another venue and bring it to him, while you are also dining?

Worth asking about! Thanks!

34 minutes ago, Andy & Sheryl Unwin said:

We did this on Navigator in Feb, and I have to say, it was a great time and totally recommended. I wont spoil it by giving you all the details, because we each have things we all enjoy etc.  But it was very much worth it

 

Awesome, thank you!!

12 minutes ago, GregD said:

Yep, that's an Oasis class ship, so keep watching, as you get loser to sail date the ability to reserve shows and activities will pop up.

Okay, thank you!

24 minutes ago, KWong said:

Depends on the ship. I believe that only Quantum and Oasis class do reservations, and they sort of pop up when they pop up, probably around the PIF date. 

I’m on allure 

On my cruise planner I have access to buy from all of the categories except for entertainment. Is this normal? If so, when does that category become available?

34 minutes ago, MicDay said:

I LOVE massages!!  I guess I'm too cheap to pay for the inflated price on a ship.  

Be careful with a deep tissue massage.  If done right they are awesome but if they are done wrong, its very painful!!!!

I have a feeling that a bamboo massage is like a bad deep tissue massage.

 

Thank you!

27 minutes ago, Sharla said:

I visit the spa on every cruise, and a couples massage is fun, though other posters are correct, you're not getting great bonding time, there's no talking you're just in the same room. That being said we do enjoy this type of thing, it's just fun.

And agreed, no bamboo, especially not your first massage! 

Thank you!!

23 minutes ago, DJsMrs said:

For the same amount of money - maybe consider a different activity that might be more rewarding, in terms of memories or quality time together.   The prices are inflated - which is to be expected, and the massages aren't terrible... but is there an excursion you could explore?   Or a couples massage on land that might be better priced, support a local economy, and provide a better experience?

I've had three massages on board various ships - and they've all been fine... but for the extra price I always had a bit of buyer's remorse at the end and I don't book them any more

Good point. We booked the excursions we wanted already and had some extra money left in our budget so that’s why I was even considering it. We may just get one on land before we go! Thanks for the advice!

28 minutes ago, twangster said:

Stay away from the bamboo sticks option.  

Okay

8 minutes ago, jagnew said:

My wife and I did this about 2 years ago, and it was a great experience.  Just be prepared for the previously mentioned upsell at the end and can give a strong No Thanks.

Depending on your itinerary, and if you are flexible with when it can happen, there will likely be onboard deals that are cheaper than the cruise planner price.  If you are willing to risk it, and/or get an off peak time, then waiting is beneficial.

Great, thank you!!

21 minutes ago, twangster said:

If you have experience with land based massage venues it's pretty similar but they will do a hard sell at the end trying to push a range of products.  It's more expensive compared to a massage on land but if its a special occasion perhaps it's worth it.  They outsource the spa to a 3rd party that does many different cruise lines.

I have never had a massage and was just looking at ways to splurge for my boyfriend and I!

Anyone done this massage? Is it worth the price and how was your experience? We will be on allure if that helps

Anyone ever done the Atlantis marine tour in Nassau? How was it?

2 hours ago, sk8erguy1978 said:

You can take a passenger for free. My wife and I rode together. Pretty sure she screamed for her life most of the ride.

The passenger sits in front of driver.

http://www.royalcaribbean.com/shoreExcursions/product/detail/view.do?sourcePage=shorexByPort&ProductCode=ZL37&DestinationCode=

Awesome, thank you!

Anyone know if you and your partner ride the coaster together in the same cart do you just buy one ticket or get a ticket for each?

@twangster got it, thanks so much!

@twangster Thank you!

Does the deluxe drink package work on labadee as well or just cococay?

On 12/9/2020 at 9:27 AM, PaulRC said:

That is a really good question I would also like to get the answer to that if / when you find out.

Was told by RC that the charge to enter is a cover charge and needs to be paid by all who enter whether they eat or not. Just wanted to update you!

34 minutes ago, twangster said:

I'm not sure this would be handled in a consistent manner so any answer may be suspect.

It's possible one crew member might let it slide but I think we can all see how some guests would abuse this to avoid paying for both parties.  

At a venue such as Izumi where it's an allowance this could totally be abused by many if allowed.

At a venue such as Chops attempted abuse wouldn't work as well so they could possibly allow it but it would likely be inconsistent.  One time they could allow it, a different day or ship maybe not.  

IIRC the email address is rcldining@rccl.com. Perhaps email and ask them.  

Yea I figured the abuse of this type of request would be an obstacle. I couldn’t get him to eat any of it even if I begged him so that is not my intention at all. I will email them and find out, thank you!