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CK is usually filled to capacity, and if you dont make reservations you won't be seated. As these are for suite guests( who normally have cruised with Royal in the past) it seems to be a preference for dining. I like the fact that everything is cooked to order. It arrives quite quickly and hot. The servers always do a good job to recommend what is popular and good on the menu. Like MDR, if you dont like any particular selection , you can alway have another. ie filet/lobster., whatever. Wine is complimentary of course as well and I always have a nice coffee and digestif ,also complimentary . I have cruised very recently (6 times) in the last few months and in speaking with the concierge, the CK went through some changes with regards to quality. I even spoke to the head chef on board, and he claims CK is the best you can get on the ship. The beef is prime. I think the MDR is select or standard. The menu switches up daily, with a few items repeated that are popular. The views , the service and total ambiance is my preference as well and usually very few children if any.

where do you find those plastic covers?

I share this opinion.

I was allowed to walk through this area . From what I can see, its the same beach sand, the same water. You get an infinity pool that might feel crowded if this place is at full capacity. The loungers look a bit more comfortable, and there are days beds by the pool, that are first come first serve, so you must be there early for that. So you are paying approx $100 each for food ? Nope. Not worth IMHO. Would rather site see the rest of the island and have a few tacos/burgers. or that secret sandwich. This place should be for suite guests as a perk.

Just thinking. Canda cannot refuse re entry for any bonafide Canadian, Vaxxed or not. Im not even going to get tested. They might just let me through

Im agreeing with you here. For those who have had covid or omicron, you are more immune than ever. And if you have had it recently and need to re test, I'm wondering if it helps to to a nasal wash before testing.. or take a q-tip and dip it in rubbing alcohol, and clean that shnoz out? minute bacterial particles can linger in the nostril... so this might be a good idea. Why so many people test positive and have no symptoms at all? Just a thought/idea

Wallmart pharmacy is half the price. I have an appt there this saturday. $19,95CAD

Antigen test at the terminal is $105us. Im going to call Walgreens and make an appt in Niagara Falls NY. Should be far less than that.

Luckily I get comped suites through Club Royale. This eliminates constant checking for lowest rates.

I used to go to 69 Hook rd for lower priced parking. It was good and far less than the terminal rates with a free shuttle. As far as I know it has closed due to covid. Has any got any news or other off sites? The rates at the terminal add up with B2B cruises.

go on a diet

Last night on Caribbean blog live Youtube, Matt stated his opinion on the dining experience in the Coastal Kitchen as "meh" , Yet he continually raves about the cooking table at Izumi/Hibachi Thoughts? agree? disagree?

I fail to see whats so funny. Urban pollution has long been a problem in Haiti, which produced more than 2 million metric tons of waste in 2015, according to data from the World Bank. The same report found that Port-au-Prince collects just 12% of its solid waste, one of the lowest rates in Latin America and the Caribbean. Yes there is some pollution coming in through oceans currents, but Haiti has a HUGE problem. Research it instead of laughing about it.

Ok, thx. At least we are at an Emerald status. Im going to try with a private host and give it a go. As much as I like Royal, the consensus seems to be that Celebrity is a notch up in overall quality/luxury from state rooms to food and entertainment. Further.. less kids. So I am going to give it a go.

Interesting. Im not impressed any of the burgers on Oasis. There surely must be a better burger chain that Royal can partner with? I am a picky burger guy...

Celebrity has a loyalty match for Crown and Anchor members. I m trying to find out if they do the same with the casino program? If I am a Signature player on Royal, do I get the same benefits on a Celebrity ship?

agreed. What is the cost of the antigen test on embarkation? Any news?

Wrong. Seen Mamma Mia numerous times. Excellent inviting production. Cats? 2/1/2 hours ....I never liked it the first time , and gave it a few more chances to see if I missed anything. Its simply not a good fit for the ship. Period. Hopefully the contract will expire soon and new shows can begin. Many critics of broadway shows would agree.....along with a majority of cruisers.

Im looking. We will drive to Niagara Falls .Might try a local Walgreens or CVS pharmacy. Might take a hotel night stay at Seneca Niagara resort if worse comes to worse.

You could be right. It also costs a lot of money for sets. the pandemic doesn't help as well. Staffing, restructuring, etc.. is a major ordeal and new contracts. But Royal cant be oblivious to the disappointment thats going on with this show?!

After reading many reviews on Oasis of the Seas, it seems that most dislike the show Cats and they say many people walk out of the show. Some stick it out into the second half, but IMO this show just simply drags on. Maybe its because Ive seen it so many times? Like many cruisers, the entertainment is one of the reasons I like Royal. But I do think its time to switch up a few shows. Looking forward to what's on Wonder of the Seas!

I just read on another bloggers site who just came back from Labadee, and its sad to report the amount of trash he discovered and videoed. Even though the entire beach is raked prior to cruisers arrival, trash becomes to build up on the north end of the beach. The beach workers do their best to clean up however. Near the end of the day the blogger reports the huge amount of trash that accumulated . This trash is not from Royal cruisers. It is an environmental disaster, that Haiti needs to deal with... As much a Royal does a great job in cleaning it up, the trash keeps coming in. @sieglemedia

https://www.ctvnews.ca/health/coronavirus/feds-to-eliminate-pre-arrival-pcr-testing-for-fully-vaccinated-canadian-travellers-source-says-1.5778453 You may be right... Antigen is far less expensive . $210 for pcr at the Port terminal in Bayonne!

words not out completely. If you are fully vaxxed, you get a pass is the way I hope.