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Hopefully the "per package" indicator is enough. Usually that means it's included. At that price per person it's an excellent deal!

The schedule for release is only for Oasis and Quantum class for pre-booking (and only a limited number of shows). They open on the first day of the month, the month before your cruise. For example if you leave February 1st they would open on January 1st. If you leave on February 28, they open January 1st.

All other classes do not allow pre-booking of shows.

Important note: Royal does not release all available reservations for Oasis and Quantum class either. A few are held back for onboard booking, and there's usually still room for walk-ups at the larger venues.

Looks like there are a few versions floating around out there. However, looking at Royal Caribbean's official marketing website, the 3-5 night start looks like the most up-to-date version. The 4-5 was dated 2020, and the 3-night is dated 2022.

So if you pay in full and want the discounted rate they will do it, but if the current pricing of the cruise has gone up, it may wipe out any savings you would have gotten with the single supplement. Best thing to do it put it in the hands of a good TA who will let you know if the repricing will save any money. In order to use the discounted rate for booking after the 340 points, it would be once they are posted to your account which is up to 10 days from completion of your qualifying sailing.

I think it would be a brilliant idea. Nuclear power has changed drastically over the decades and is safe, efficient, and creates incredibly little waste. Definitely the way we should be looking towards on land as well.

Enjoy!!

2 minutes ago, CruiseMsclDad said:

and they wont let me bring my weights onboard anyway

I understand the safety issues with the equipment they do have on board, but I think it is very lacking. Just keep eating, I guess! Haha!

If you go back into the Royal Up bid, you can make changes at any time. Just cancel and re-bid.

They will still often leave notes in your cabin about specials you are entitled to. I think they do a really good job at even making Gold level feel appreciated at times. So go and be proud of your Gold status!

On 12/6/2022 at 4:44 PM, Pattycruise said:

towel animals have been cut back -it’s been about 3 per 7 day sailing.  Mind you I have no children traveling with me,  perhaps the kiddies get one daily?

On our most recent sailing on Explorer earlier this month, we had one for our entire 6 night sailing.

Yes, they are only aft. Below is a link to the deck plans. You can try and get one towards mid-ship, but there will be no forward.

https://www.royalcaribbean.com/cruise-ships/icon-of-the-seas/deck-plans/2250/10

@Firefly That's actually a really fun way to look at it!

I got 8, but I spent 17 on board. Maybe because my other trips were so close to the end of the year.

That would be a question best suited for T-Mobile. While I know they have cell plans that cover Mexico with no added fees, you'll have to inquire with them if they have towers close to the ports that are compatible with their modems. 

3 hours ago, mike2608 said:

I looked on the App for my Feb cruise on Symphony and all it shows are kids menu and the wine list on each sailing day. My assumption is that they are still deciding on how the future MDR menu is going to be like after they have tabulated all the RC cruisers reviews.

This would be the most accurate part. Will know more beginning of 2023, most likely.

It's most likely the crew/cabin steward area where they keep their carts, extra laundry, etc. They are placed along the corridors. Some also have emergency exits in them.

1 hour ago, 10-42 said:

We've never done this before but we got the "behind the ear" patches from our Dr., and CVS.  Knowing we are going/cruising on the Northern Pacific and it can get really rocky this time of the year (we embark this Friday), we thought it's better safe than sorry.  We are going to put them on before the ship leaves the dock.  I understand they work better if you start before you get sick.   

They do work better. We use the patches, he gets car sick so he will put it on the morning we leave to drive down to Fort Lauderdale.

Oh, we loved Independence, and it holds a special place for us since it was our first ship together.  Have fun!!!

Conversations like this always devolve into back and forth sniping, but I will throw my two cents in for what it's worth...

I am a big believer in adhering to what is expected behavior. I used to hate following the rules, but now I've learned they are for everyone's enjoyment. I never lived through the days of dressing fancy for flights and cruises, but I kind of wish things were still that way.

However, people spend good amounts of money to go on these trips, so I think they should make the vacation their own. You should make the vacation your own. Wear what you want within reason, and just enjoy. We are all there to have a fun, relaxing time. If you are getting caught up with what other people are doing/wearing/saying/etc. YOU are NOT enjoying YOUR vacation.

So, hope for the best in humanity, but be tolerant when people don't live up to your specific standards.

• My best friend and partner
• Sea sickness meds just in case of rough seas
• Chargers for the devices
• Kindle
• Working pet cam to keep track of the boys while we are away

For our sailing in 5 days. We don't purchase this package, but figured I would add mine.  Ship: Allure

Anyone have any recommendations on mocktails? We don't drink so want to get something fun to celebrate our little trip.

MEI Travel is the recommended one.  I'm a little biased, though.

I've seen several reports on here of people seeing strange things with their bookings. I will also say I have seen a lot more scams out there about past due balances.  For example I was getting one from Verizon, but they assured me it was a scam.  So I'm wondering if there has been some data breach somewhere.

We have been having good results using a service called BeeperMD.  Free, too.

On 3/16/2022 at 12:45 PM, CrimsonCruiser said:

I enjoyed De Palm Water park thingy.  Slides, scuba, chairs, food, and flamingos came with the price.

What excursion did you have that got cancelled?

Was that excursion a set time or were you able to head back early? Looks like it's 6 hours total.