BeachGal

Anyone else on this sailing?

I think they are mixing up the itineraries for the 7-day cruises. There are some 7-day trips that drop Mazatlan, and some that drop PV. I see that there are 22 cruises that have Cabo, PV and Mazatlan on the itinerary.

Agreed!!

Your experience was very similar to ours. Fortunately, we were able to catch a couple of landings at Maho Beach.

If I had my choice, that's what I would have done from the get-go, but I did not choose this excursion. I could have happily spent an afternoon at a bar overlooking Maho Beach.

Open-air, double-decker bus around St. Marten. Tour started about 40 min. late, and we were all standing in the sun waiting and wondering what was going on. The guide at the front of the bus narrated the tour, but only the folks on the top level could hear her. It took a couple of stops before they got it fixed. Maho Beach was the only interesting stop on the tour, and we didn't get to stay there long. Ugh, never again!

Same! A few(or more - who's counting) cookies help keep me in a semblance of cruise mode as I wing my way home.

@DonR you have some options in regard to dining. You can get seating alone (normally at a two-top table), or you can ask to be placed at a large table with other people. On day 1, go to the MDR and talk to them about what you would like in regard to your dining choices. When I dine in the MDR, I like the two-top option because I tend to be a bit overwhelmed by large groups. More often than not I end up chatting with the diners at the tables around me.

Ha ha, those stories are part of what kept me from staying there! I like your 'pre-cruise' mindset. The QM is a wonderful ship to wander through, and so well taken care of that you can't help but wonder what it would have been like to sail across an ocean surrounded by the history and class she embodies. **Sorry to all for the thread hijacking**

As someone who has visited the QM many times, but never stayed overnight, I'm curious about what you like about her? For me, the QM was one of those attractions that we visited for the day, and never thought about an overnight stay because it seemed so extravagant to stay in a hotel so close to home. Now that I am on another coast, and wanting to come back and visit Navigator, you have me intrigued.

Serenade, Oct. 22

Go to pool deck, grab a pina colada with a dark rum topper, take some selfies to send to family and friends back at home(Ha ha, have fun working this week!). Then I make my way back down through the ship running errands, eating, and people-watching. Once I get to the lower decks, and muster (and my drink) is done, I go back up to the pool deck to drink and chill until rooms are ready.

Truth!

Wow, you remember the specific #? Ha ha, I place myself in the 55+ range, and then I don't have to remember any details. I agree! Being on your own is a great sense of freedom. Conversations are easy to get started wherever you decide to eat, but I will admit to sneaking up to WJ when I just want to eat and people-watch.

@Ampurp85 this comment is perfection! I have a love/hate relationship with so many of the desserts on board. Such high hopes that are quickly dashed after one bite...sigh.

Absolutely!

Thanks for the great pics/info on that excursion - I have the same one booked in Oct.

I can totally relate to this. I had checked out their videos and thought, "Wow, they really know their cruise business," and tried to book with them. I got the run-around numerous times and had to track them down with multiple emails and calls when I had a question or concern. The only time they were quick about reaching out was when they needed a payment. There were a handful of situations that made me realize that providing top-notch travel service is not their priority.

@Yo2slick I agree about the benefits that SWA provides. After some big whoopsies on the part of SWA, I have definitely looked at other airlines, and even other modes of travel (car or train), but I always come back to SWA because of the customer service, the bags fly free (for now), and the fact that I can use points for an almost free flight. We'll see how long it takes before I am simply driving to port cities and not even bothering with flying!

I'm wondering if this is the post you were looking for? I remember having a great conversation about which direction Navigator would eventually take. https://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/boards/index.php?/topic/24058-navigator-dry-dock/#comment-262116

OK, I'm in for this one. Got my pre-cruise hotel booked for an eek-worthy price!

Thanks for the info about hotels in the area - I haven't booked a room yet, so I need to get on it!!

MEI all the way. I experienced incredibly bad service with Harr, and have had nothing but positive things to say about my agent with MEI.

Looking at this one...

Both fine for me...