JennaRCB

I feel your pain; I'm two points short of diamond! The double points promo and solo cabins made my journey to Diamond super quick though!

Awesome! Can't wait to visit Labadee in March on Wonder.

Definitely better than spending ~$16 on each cocktail!

Definitely better than spending ~$16 on each cocktail!

Definitely better than spending ~$16 on each cocktail!

Definitely better than spending ~$16 on each cocktail!

We recently wrote a review of the Margaritaville day pass: https://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/2021/12/22/review-day-pass-margaritaville-beach-resort-nassau
And the British Colonial Hilton day pass: https://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/2021/12/06/british-colonial-hilton-day-pass-review

We recently wrote a review of the Margaritaville day pass: https://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/2021/12/22/review-day-pass-margaritaville-beach-resort-nassau
And the British Colonial Hilton day pass: https://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/2021/12/06/british-colonial-hilton-day-pass-review

We recently wrote a review of the Margaritaville day pass: https://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/2021/12/22/review-day-pass-margaritaville-beach-resort-nassau
And the British Colonial Hilton day pass: https://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/2021/12/06/british-colonial-hilton-day-pass-review

No, N95 are not required. Here are the mask guidelines from their website:
 
Your mask should be at least two layers of tight weave fabric with loops that fit over your ears in accordance with health guidelines. The mask should fit your face closely and cover your nose and mouth but allow you to breathe easily. Note that neck gaiters, open chin bandanas and scarves, and face masks with valves do not meet health authority guidelines and will not be permitted.

No, N95 are not required. Here are the mask guidelines from their website:
 
Your mask should be at least two layers of tight weave fabric with loops that fit over your ears in accordance with health guidelines. The mask should fit your face closely and cover your nose and mouth but allow you to breathe easily. Note that neck gaiters, open chin bandanas and scarves, and face masks with valves do not meet health authority guidelines and will not be permitted.

I just got back from Independence and, as of now, there is no smoking allowed in the casino. So if your cruise is leaving soon there probably will not be smoking allowed anyway!
So while I cannot answer for Independence specifically, Schooner Bar is near the casino on other ships I have been on and I don't recall there ever being a strong smoke smell.

I just got back from Independence and, as of now, there is no smoking allowed in the casino. So if your cruise is leaving soon there probably will not be smoking allowed anyway!
So while I cannot answer for Independence specifically, Schooner Bar is near the casino on other ships I have been on and I don't recall there ever being a strong smoke smell.

Yes, I will be on Harmony! I'm usually never too focused, so don't be afraid to say hi! I must have had my "YouTube filming" face on.

Yes, I will be on Harmony! I'm usually never too focused, so don't be afraid to say hi! I must have had my "YouTube filming" face on.

I also went to Guest Services on Independence of the Seas three times to ask about getting a test for my sailing on Harmony this Sunday, but they said the same thing to me! Luckily I had brought two extra at-home tests, but I definitely think that they had their information wrong.

I think the ship is living up to its name

Yes, I will be on Harmony! I'm usually never too focused, so don't be afraid to say hi! I must have had my "YouTube filming" face on.

This is likely. If there are too many crew in quarantine, with covid, etc., then there is a risk of not being able to provide adequate service to passengers.

I'm also hoping everything is good for Harmony on the 16th! (especially since I got upgraded to a balcony 😃)

I would say visit Mayan ruins in Costa Maya and spend the beach day in Cozumel!
When I was in Costa Maya a few months ago I booked an excursion to the Chacchoben Ruins and really enjoyed it. The ruins were well preserved and fascinating, and we had a great guide. Plus, I believe that getting to ruins in Costa Maya is easier than in Cozumel (Chacchoben is only about an hour ride away from the port in Costa Maya).

Hi everyone! We are gathering ideas for future Royal Caribbean Blog video/blog content and today's topic is FOOD!
What is the best local cuisine or dish (or drink!) you have tried while exploring a port? In the Caribbean, Alaska, Europe, Asia... anywhere!