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25 minutes ago, FionaMG said:

Not the same lottery. Mine here is the Euromillions. But that's my plan too!

And I can wish you luck since you're not going to win my prize instead of me!

I will wish you luck as well. 

Congrats!!!!

We will reach Diamond during our Sept cruise this year. Not sure how long till we reach Diamond+, but we will try

4 hours ago, Lovetocruise2002 said:

Yeah, that was not really the response from Royal I was hoping for either.  And who knows how long it will take for the CDC to provide guidance.  

Me neither. I was hoping for a change, not a statement saying they will let us know when a change could, maybe, sort of happen. 

As far as the CDC providing guidance, they may come by Christmas. lol

13 minutes ago, AshleyDillo said:

Doesn't hurt to ask at Guest Services! Currently one of our group on Mariner asked when he boarded and got moved. Another family asked because their kids weren't comfy on the couch and they were able to get a second room. Not sure how much $ either were, but you'll never know if you don't ask.

Thank you for the information, I appreciate it!

23 minutes ago, AshleyDillo said:

Some bookings don't qualify for RoyalUp. Travel Agencies can opt-out. I think Costco does, for example.  

Available inventory doesn't have anything to do with it. They can still make money on last minute cancellations by taking bids for room categories that are fully booked.

Does Royal allow you to move up a category, if it is available, when you first board by checking with guest services? Or is Royal Up the only way?

17 hours ago, AspiringCruisePlanner said:

Just curious on what people have to say.

Great questions to really think on. Thank you for posting this. 

24 minutes ago, PatsFanBrian said:

We all get another chance, the next jackpot is estimated at $630M, $360M one time payout, probably abut $260M after taxes.  I can live with that.

Ok....going to play Friday not only to win to take this cruise, but also so I can retire early!!!

15 hours ago, Alztyrbn said:

So, the MegaMillions is currently at $555 million...but don't bother getting a ticket...I already have the winning one! I'll be booking this cruise shortly 

That just stinks!! Might as well throw mine away. 

18 minutes ago, Bowen said:

I don't even fantasize about this cruise. 1/4 of the way through none of my clothes would fit and I'd have to budget more money for elastic pants.

That's the good thing about dreaming about it....you never gain weight, you're clothes are always clean, the food is different every night, and you never run out of money!

20 minutes ago, Cakemeister said:

One of my big hopes for RCL is that this cruise is a success and that it continues into future years. That way, if I win the lottery, I'll be able to go someday. 

That is what I am hoping too. Not much luck on the lottery side though. And yes, it is a great deal!

18 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said:

It’s not bad if I was driving to the port. But link in air+hotel, I find it stressful having to cancel all that at the last minute.

I should clarify that it’s not the testing itself that I find stressful, it is the possibility of testing positive two days before. 

I completely agree with the possibility of testing positive that close to departure...makes me want to pull my hair out and I really don't have it to spare. 

I would love to be able to go on this cruise. To be able to see all of the wonders of the world and so much more. But......I'm pretty sure that I don't have $120,000 laying around for an inside cabin for me and my wife. But it is fun to dream!

1 hour ago, twangster said:

If I'm not mistaken Azamara is saying "unless the local governments require..." which is basically what NCL said last week.  

True

23 minutes ago, Bowen said:

Just saw this on the Twitter, so hopefully something soon.

Let's hope the, more information, will be the discontinuing of pre-cruise testing.

About a week ago the exchange was an even $1 dollar to $1 Euro

No one has flinched as of right now. Just checked three major lines and the covid requirements are as they have been, no change yet. 

15 hours ago, twangster said:

I am envisioning a scene from an old Western movie where the cruise lines are standing around the O.K. Corral waiting to see who fires first.

They are nervously watching each other, waiting for a flinch.  

Once one cruise lines drops testing or vaccine requirements the others will quickly follow.  Who will flinch first?

 

 

I say that Carnival will flinch first

16 hours ago, smokeybandit said:

1) eliminate pre-cruise testing. But give some perks or enticements to those who show up with a negative test in hand. 

I like this one....like one dinner at a specialty restaurant, or a few free drinks!

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On 7/8/2022 at 9:44 AM, WAAAYTOOO said:

Jamaica has the most aggressive street vendors IMO.  The vendors on Labadee are aggressive as well but they're easy to avoid.  St. Thomas and St. Kitts aren't a problem...or never have been, for me.

Not just the street vendors.....we did Dunns River Falls on one of our cruises and we forgot our tip money on the bus. The guide followed us onto the bus and when we gave him the tip, he stood there wanting more. 

As far as street vendors go...we never make eye contact. You do that you are in some serious trouble. 

Considering all the cancellations and delays that have been occurring, I would plan on coming in a day of two early.

26 minutes ago, YOLO said:

@Michael Bayley - My Proposal:

Platinum -> 1 Free Drink

Emerald -> 2 Free Drinks

Diamond -> 4 Free Drinks

Diamond Plus -> 6 Free Drinks

Pinnacle -> 10 Free Drinks (ideally unlimited, but understand capping it)

I for one love that proposal, but may I suggest 6 free drinks for Diamond?

We reach diamond status in the middle of our Sept cruise.

Welcome to the Boards!

I would be back on the ship at least 1 hour before the posted time the ship leaves the port.