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Just make sure your iphone software (iOS) is still up-to-date to where it's getting the security updates (iphone software (ios) version 15 and above currently). If it's no longer getting security updates, time to upgrade. A new phone is cheaper than working your way out of identity theft. https://endoflife.date/ios
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Royal Caribbean recently required a force password change on most of its users, I would recommend trying to log into the website and seeing if a new password doesn't fix it. Also, if your iPhone is no longer getting Apple updates then you open to security vulnerabilities. I would highly recommend getting a new phone ASAP.
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Right, felt super lucky and surprised. We also received the upgrade notification about a month early if that made a difference.
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Pre-cruise Galveston hotel suggestions
Heymarco replied to USCG Teacher's topic in Royal Caribbean Discussion
Airbnb in Galveston area is the way to go for sure! -
On our last cruise, we were upgraded to a Crown loft suite with Royal up from a balcony cabin and still received double points.
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Is Freedom going in for dry dock in November 2024?
Heymarco replied to steverk's topic in Royal Caribbean News and Rumors
@Matt November and December 2024 seem to be back on the schedule and bookable. Any confirmation of changes? -
The team definitely has talent and it's a fun show. Not one of the best ice shows I've seen but definitely worth seeing and still lots of fun.
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We did it with ours a few months older. Do everything @Momof4crazytocruise suggested. We also had a lighter car seat for flying. Pro tip, you can have Amazon deliver diapers, etc to the hotel you are staying at prior to the cruise. Most importantly, don't let others discourage you. Each cruise with a child is very different and we have never regretted one.
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What the difference between a cruise and a ferry? Again, less and less. https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/transportation/beer-and-popcorn-to-return-to-wa-ferries/
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And the popcorn charges continue... https://cruisespotlight.com/celebritys-all-included-package-now-includes-less-costing-you-more/ Royal is working on trademarking Royal Caribbean Ferry Line as we speak.
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I don't think anyone is really concerned about popcorn. It's more that Royal Caribbean is slowly exiting cruise industry and becoming more of a ferry service. ie, Would I expect to be charged for popcorn on a cruise, heck no that stuff is dirt cheap. On a ferry, of course because I expect nothing more than the ship to get me from point A to B. Popcorn is one of many recent changes in that direction...
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Did cabin attendants start receiving more tips when they went to one cabin cleaning a day? They received more cabins as a result and we are still paying same amount of ore-paid/auto gratitudes.
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I was in a Crown Loft and still got charged for popcorn. How much more would it be for Disney?
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It's not the popcorn itself, it's just the experience. It's the same reason I don't fly discount airlines. I like to pick my seat, carry on a bag, etc without being asked to swipe every 5 seconds. Just give me the full price and I'll pay.
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I saw the popcorn thing on Allure, reminded me of RyanAir wanting to charge for in flight toilets. That and with all other cutbacks, would rather just pay a few extra bucks on cruise ticket than be nicked and dimed for week. Would love to hear of any other main stream cruise lines that aren't like this, have tried NCL, HA, and MSC so far. We are Diamond with Royal but open to change.
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How often do Royal change the headliner shows?
Heymarco replied to Mike.s's topic in Royal Caribbean Discussion
They just changed out the ice show in Allure of the Seas. -
So, if you are using walkie-talkies on a cruise ship (or anywhere) please: Plug in an earpiece, Remember that “inside voices” work just fine, and Keep in mind that people around you, and anyone using the same unprotected frequency, can’t help but listen in. So it may not be such a great idea to use your walkie-talkie to arrange that illicit mid-afternoon rendezvous in your stateroom. Great Article: https://www.nbcnews.com/id/wbna20605873
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Passport and Birth Certificate
Heymarco replied to Lakegirl1805's topic in Royal Caribbean Discussion
US states only. -
Passport and Birth Certificate
Heymarco replied to Lakegirl1805's topic in Royal Caribbean Discussion
Hard no since I don't have a US birth certificate, just have to rely on the good ole passport. Thankfully they don't make you walk the plank for losing it anymore. -
Nothing extra unless service was just exceptional. No guilt either since have already paid generous gratuities, no need to double dip. Tipping amounts left by Americans is extremely high.
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What next after Icon 3?
Heymarco replied to ApexoftheSeas's topic in Royal Caribbean News and Rumors
They built 8 Voyager/Freedom class ships with majority being in former class. 9 might be it for Oasis/Icon, no guarantee any more will come until ordered. -
What next after Icon 3?
Heymarco replied to ApexoftheSeas's topic in Royal Caribbean News and Rumors
It's so funny because Voyager class is older than Radiance but no one ever mentions them. It's just a better class, hopefully will get more Voyager style ships.