johnpma

Ready for this Thanksgiving cruise. 

Also, take a look at a couple of Matt's videos which address or touch on the UDP:
 
 
In this video... watch at least from the 7:40 mark... similar mindset as @CruisingNewb's tip #3:
 
 

Here are some general tips:
1. Depending upon how long the cruise is, don't forget to give the "free" dining options a chance.  If you are on a longer (let's say 6 nights or more) trip, have at least 3 dinners at the main attraction restaurants using the UDP (ie; Chops, Giovanni's, Hooked, etc.).  BUT---the MDR and Windjammer has great dinners too.
2. For the lesser venues (by lesser I mean not as high end such as Izumi, Johnny Rockets, Playmakers), limit the UDP to lunch.  Mostly same menus for lunch and dinner in those venues.
3. Don't go in feeling obligated to making back your money.  I have mentioned many, many, many times that people on vacation tend to economize everything.  If the UDP was $200 per person, why stress thinking that you have to eat at Chops every night to make that money back?  Part of the unlimited packages include the stress-free peace of mind in not having to do math and calculate everything, freedom of options (unless you forget to make reservations), and more options for food.
4. If you have kids and got the UDP for them as well, kids ARE NOT LIMITED TO the Kids' menu.  Let them decide whether to order off the adult menu or kids' menu.

Yes, your suites concierge will contact you ~ 5 days prior to the sail date.  Let him/her know your dining locations/times and he/she will make your reservations before anyone else (except for those who paid full price).

Just got off Wonder yesterday with Carlos as our Genie.  He was absolutely fabulous!!! Great cruise and wonderful experience.

We met him on Anthem in July. He wasn't our Genie but he seemed very much on top of things and was very visible. Feedback on him from others has been great!

He is fantastic, we had him on the Oasis earlier this year. You won't be disappointed at all.
 
John 😀

It appears bookings are now available online for Ovation for July 12, 2024 sailing.

Good morning, everyone.   Looks like Alaska 2024 itineraries have been posted for booking as of midnight night last night.  I was watching diligently to grab one for our 25th wedding anniversary.
 
 

Good morning, everyone.   Looks like Alaska 2024 itineraries have been posted for booking as of midnight night last night.  I was watching diligently to grab one for our 25th wedding anniversary.
 
 

Good morning, everyone.   Looks like Alaska 2024 itineraries have been posted for booking as of midnight night last night.  I was watching diligently to grab one for our 25th wedding anniversary.
 
 

Found this rendering of UFS on Wonder of the Seas on PInterest today.  It appears to be consist with the other construction photos I have seen.  Of course still no complete floor plan.
 
 
https://pin.it/47KmcAA
Wonder of the Seas.jfif

Found this rendering of UFS on Wonder of the Seas on PInterest today.  It appears to be consist with the other construction photos I have seen.  Of course still no complete floor plan.
 
 
https://pin.it/47KmcAA
Wonder of the Seas.jfif

Found this rendering of UFS on Wonder of the Seas on PInterest today.  It appears to be consist with the other construction photos I have seen.  Of course still no complete floor plan.
 
 
https://pin.it/47KmcAA
Wonder of the Seas.jfif

Found this rendering of UFS on Wonder of the Seas on PInterest today.  It appears to be consist with the other construction photos I have seen.  Of course still no complete floor plan.
 
 
https://pin.it/47KmcAA
Wonder of the Seas.jfif