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So last month we cruised on Anthem and had the time of our lives. It was our first cruise and I sincerly hope it won't be our last. While on the ship, we where treated to an amazing Strawberry Gin drink called "Pretty in Pink".... I'm sending out this SOS to anyone who can help us with the recipe!! We've searched Beefeater's website, scoured the interweb, talked to numerous bartenders we know on land... with negative results. Our bartender on the boat, Aneesh (Sky Bar) absolutely nailed the drink and hope you all can help! Thank you!

So, just realized I missed updating you on this.....I'm sorry! But...We actually upgraded to a floating cabana for our sailing and it was the absolute best experience ever!!

According to my Cruise Planner on the app, only the Continental Breakfast is complimentary. This is for our sailing next week on Anthem.

@MattG Thank you for the info! 3 1/2 days to go!!!

Since our group is so large, we are going to meet up at 270 after check in....that sandwich and a cold beer are gonna hit the spot!

Truly appreciate everyone reading and responding! Love this community! Fingers are crossed that my wife enjoys cruising as much I know I am and this becomes a regular event for us. Can't wait to share our first cruise experience with you all!

Looks we are on Anthem 3/20, thinking about the same number of cruisers?

@PPPJJ-GCVABNot sure when you are looking to book, but we have 2 South Beach Cabanas booked for our group and we are sailing in 12 days. I will be more then happy to give you a run down of the experience once we get back.

Hello everyone! So in 13 days, my wife and I and 4 other couples are embarking on Anthem of Seas for a fun week! This is our first cruise and I would love to hear some tips and tricks and advice on how to maximize our Cruising Experience. I've been watching all of Matt's videos and have been reading as many of your posts as I can and already feel like you all have been an amazing resource. One thing I've been wondering is, we have the Ultimate Beverage Package, so how early can you acquire a Bloody Mary or an Irish Coffee or Mimosa and where can we get such a thing? The UBP works at all the bars, including Brass and Bock and Boleros? Does is also work in Vintages or is it different because it's a wine bar? My wife is nervous about being sea sick, we have an interior stateroom, Aft....should we be ok with movement of the boat? The dress code for MDR, I have seen so many different opinions on what "formal" means...are jeans and a collared shirt for me, and capris or shorts and a nice top for the wife acceptable or will be scolded? I'm sure I have a million other questions, but maybe just reading your answers will help. TIA everyone and Happy Cruising!!!

Very curious about the pub on Anthem...so your UDP is accepted there, but they tavern food is a separate cost?

Great info! Thank you @Templecruiser!!

So our party of 10 had to reserve two cabanas at South Beach for our upcoming cruise on Anthem, do you think we will get two attendants? Also, has anyone else reserved 2 under one party? We requested that the cabanas be next to each other, so I'm wondering if anyone else has had a similar experience. Thank you all!! 18 Days from Cruise

Quick question from a NYer, with the Enhanced DL, is the Birth Certificate required?

I know the feeling with obsessing! My wife hates that I have to over research everything...and cruising is no exception. With our first cruise in less then a month...I can't get enough information!

My wife and I and 4 other couples are heading out on Anthem in 20 days, any info would be greatly appreciated. We are all novice cruisers, it's the first time for most of us. Also, cruise compass pics, any theme nights, really i'm just looking to annoy you with questions! LOL! Glad you guys had a great trip!

Sweet!! Gonna be a great time, out first cruise! We are traveling with a group of 4 other couples; we are gonna stick out...

Good question, we are on Anthem in March!!

Does your UDP work at Vintages?

Appreciate the info!

In regards to this....if I bought a bottle of rum in Nassau, do I pay Duty upon arrival back in Cape Liberty? Was wondering how that worked, i knew about them holding it till the night before disembarkation.

Looking forward to a great (Perfect) day at CocoCay when we sail in March...the only thing that has happened that kinda sucks is we are sailing with a group of ten and we tried to reserve a Floating Cabana and where told we would have to rent two. RC wouldn't let us squeeze two more people into the cabana. As such, we reserved two cabanas on South Beach. We are going to have a blast either way and not really complaining. Just mentioning it.

This was awesome! Greatly appreciated every ones input!! Making this first time cruisers anxiety dwindle!

My wife and I have the same question! Can't wait to see what everyone says. Thanks for asking!

Following as a fellow Upstate NY'er! Enjoy!!

We are sailing March 20th, ordered ours early Feb...