Mofrazier05

Hi All! Question for anyone that can answer. Got an email stating that our itinerary was changed for our sailing. Coco Cay and our sea day have been switched. No biggie and it's truly fine. However, for the original date, we had wanted to purchase a bed for Chill Island and everything was sold out. Now that the schedule has changed, will more spots open? If you've already booked, does it carry over? Just curious since I checked one site that said we'll be the only ship in port that day (since the switch). Please advise. Thanks! 

10 hours ago, MelandyGA said:

Cruise newbie here.  How do you know if there will be parties on your cruise?  I enjoy a good theme night, but do you pack themed get up “just in case,” or can you find out somewhere in advance?  
 

Gotta get through 1 more week of work then we’re FL bound to sail on Harmony 4/3.  

Great minds think alike @MelandyGA That was my next question. Any takers? #InquiringMindsWannaKnow  

15 hours ago, Matt said:

There was a 70s party on Navigator this past week on the Royal Promenade, per @Big Dawg Ron

OMG! It's THE MATT from RCB!!! (Fan girl moment ) Thank you for your reply @Matt!!! This makes me EXTREMELY happy! I'm super stoked now!!! I would watch YT videos of the Promenade parties and parades. I never experienced it, now I finally can! 

42 minutes ago, Jill said:

There was a parade on Wonder this past week but no 70’s/80’s. Sail Away also took place

This is such good news!! Sad there wasn't the 70's/80's party  but good to know that things are starting give us some pre pandemic normalcy. Hope you enjoyed your cruise! Can't wait to sail the Wonder in 2023.  

2 hours ago, Eniale said:

Just sailed Independence out of Port Canaveral.

Sail Away party in full swing (Rick, the cruise director, was by far the BEST cruise director I have EVER encountered on a cruise, by the way) and there was both a 70s party and an 80s party in the Promenade, different nights.

The way I just screamed  with joy in this Zoom meeting! I'm soooo excited to hear this! My sister and her family will be sailing on IOTS for Mother's Day. We sail two weeks after. Such a wonderful surprise! Not telling the Hubs or the kids. They'll find out soon enough!  TY for this info. I'm beyond excited!!!

Hi All!

I was recently on the Shipmates app and noticed someone had posted a 70's Party photo on the IOTS (Independence of the Seas) . We will be sailing on her in May. Can anyone verify if the parties/parades are back? We've sailed on RC since the restart but w/o sail away parties and super low capacity, etc. Would love to experience this if so! 

Thanks!

15 minutes ago, Mark_A said:

same thing happened to me on Odyssey last week.  it was about 9:00 pm that I got the unsuccessful email

It must be in the air. On Freedom now. Was still showing pending.  Hubby didn't want to wait so we paid $350 for OV balcony. Le sigh. 

3 hours ago, tonyfsu21 said:

Nothing would change until 4 day before cruise (at best) but more then likely 1-2 days before departure. “Pending” is a good thing. 

We depart on the Freedom tomorrow. All my bids are still pending. Trying to still be positive. I'd rather know than not. Thanks for the info. Hopefully I'll have good news tomorrow but this has been a little stressful. 

49 minutes ago, Matt said:

I really hope this isn't true

I think some locations may opt not to. In other words, not sure if that's the policy of the particular CVS you went to, instead of all CVS.

That may be wishful thinking

I reached out to my local CVS, and they told me 14 days is still in effect but of course, things are still subject to change. He (Pharmacist) said look for your desired date and book. If you don't see your date, he said look daily..ie. Say if you are cruising on Monday, 11/1. You should have your test booked for Saturday, 10/30. It might only show dates up to 10/29. If that's the case, check back the next day and the system will add the next available date to book. I hope I explained that correctly lol. But according to him, he said look & book. for those needing testing. 

Hi all. Not sure if you all know this but CVS is now offering "Travel" testing. We sail on Freedom 10/18. We were able to book our appointment 14 days out. This is for those that are having issues with finding test sites. This allows time to plan it out in advance. Went this morning at 10 AM. Took the Rapid test, not the PCR. Got our results back by 11 AM and it was no cost to us. (We do have insurance). Hopefully this is helpful to those with upcoming sailings in the US. 🛳

16 hours ago, tonyfsu21 said:

Still seems way too early. Most of the many I’ve won change status and CC charged roughly 2-4 days before departure. 

I'm hoping it's the same for us. We are currently at the 2 Day mark. We sail Monday on Freedom and all bids show pending. I was hoping to know something today. Really want to surprise Hubby for our anniversary. Send good vibes our way please! Manifesting. 🛳🛳🛳🛳

On 10/8/2021 at 8:35 PM, Ampurp85 said:

Since the Key can only be purchased online, this is the CP way of saying sold out. I believe only excursions say sold out, in the other cases they are removed or say something like this. 

I saw that as well for our cruise on Freedom. Good to know. Thanks for clarifying this! 

17 hours ago, DanielB said:

I sail Oasis this Sunday and got my upgrade email  at 11:50a this morning.  I see others on FB have posted that they have received theirs as well.  I am no expert at all just sharing.

I'm hoping the same with us. We are on Freedom this Monday and still showing pending as well. Im keeping the faith, staying positive and honestly, manifesting it. This is our 19th anniversary and I really wanted to surprise my hubby! Thanks for this!

1 hour ago, twangster said:

It's one of the great things about Royal Caribbean's loyalty program.  No other cruise lines give away daily drinks in the loyalty program like the Royal family of cruise lines do.

Ha! Now I'm super jealous and extremely behind! Looks like I have to make up for lost time. Is Super Mario looking for a personal assistant? Thanks for the info! 

On 9/26/2021 at 6:34 PM, Linda R said:

So, the drinks loaded on your SeaPass card say up to $13.   So does that mean including $13, or just drinks that are maximum value of $12.99?  I was looking at some drinks I would like to try that are $13.  So if the drinks on  my card are to $12.99, they would charge me 1 cent extra?  Seems odd.

Hi all! First time RCL cruiser!☺ Forgive my naivety. How can you get drinks pre loaded on your SeaPass? My hubby & I aren't big drinkers, only socially like 1-2 tops. We purchased the refreshment package and planned on cocktails, beer/wine a la carte. This way seems idea for us but never saw or heard of this option. Is this specifically for Diamond/Platinum members? If not, how do we purchase? Sailing on Freedom of the Seas 10/18. Please advise and thank you!