Fox Forlenza

Sometimes they do. On our November cruise the price of the birthday decorations was cut by 50% for a short time and went back up later on.  not guaranteed, but it happens.

On our last check in for our upcoming cruise it was several days later after putting our check in information in before the vax card field populated.  This could have been due to the app not seeing it, or perhaps there is a delay. Moral of the story, logged back in a few days later and it was there.

Aren't you the same person that doesn't like the abbotts test because it costs a little bit more than the government tests? 😛
Sorry, but no TA should charge you any fees for managing your cruise reservation. They get paid a commission by the cruise line already.

I would point out that while you may have had a bad experience with one MEI Travel Agent they have many affiliated agents.  Try giving another one a shot so you can maintain that relationship.
If you would like to go to someone else, then there are many resources you can use including Travel Leaders: https://www.travelleaders.com/travel_agent/find-a-travel-agent.aspx

Imagine that, I just got my none answer answer:
Hello Mr. SwarXXXXX,

Thank you for your email. We would be pleased to address your inquiry. We apologize for not getting back to you sooner.

Before boarding day, you’ll need to take a COVID-19 test on your own, at your own expense. Vaccinated guests must show a negative COVID-19 test result for a PCR or antigen test taken no more than 2 days before boarding day. Kids age 5 to 11 who have been vaccinated may present proof of full vaccination and follow the testing protocols for vaccinated guests. Unvaccinated kids age 2 to 11 must show a negative test result for a PCR test (not antigen) taken no more than 3 days before boarding day.

Mr. SwarXXXXX, thank you again for your email. We look forward to welcoming you back onboard with us again in the very near future.

Best Regards,



Alexander Cejas
Royal Guest Experience Management
So, it appears or is tacit they are leaving it up to YOU to select a test kit that meets their minimum requirements which is A PCR or antigen, home proctored test.  

Noted and thank you for that tidbit! Always got to look to make sure there are no additional fees. A good Travel Agent doesn't charge their clients anything!

Paging @Beci

Hmmm well I answered my own question LOL
 
The promo did change, although I am not sure this is it all positive since there’s been some troubles with the casino bookings and NEXT CRUISE (and  if they don’t allow for the open booking option, it would be extremely difficult for some people {including us} to book within the narrow window of a single sailing or to know for whom we might want to book).

I want this tote! It's not available on Allure, so does anyone have any ideas on how to go about getting one?
 
Thank you in advance!

Ya, I can relate, I look young for my age but they still ask me for my Medicare card at the hospital.  It's real annoying!

I bet I can find something I like! Thank you!

Now that could create an issue 🤣😂 heck of a forwarding address!

From what I could read I can say this:
1. Royal doesn't need to compensate you for missing CocoCay. In your cruise contract you can read they can cancel any port at any time and no compensation is due. Granted they sometimes will give you an OBC if you ask nicely, but they don't have to. You take a risk of not hitting your ports when you step on board.
2. I don't know what they charged you for, did you get an itemized folio?  You really have to take care this onboard before you leave. But I would try reaching out to your credit card company. However, as long as Royal can prove the charges to be valid, your card company will allow them to stay.
3. Refunds for cancellations like you described can take 30 business days to process, so that charge may eventually come off.

From what I could read I can say this:
1. Royal doesn't need to compensate you for missing CocoCay. In your cruise contract you can read they can cancel any port at any time and no compensation is due. Granted they sometimes will give you an OBC if you ask nicely, but they don't have to. You take a risk of not hitting your ports when you step on board.
2. I don't know what they charged you for, did you get an itemized folio?  You really have to take care this onboard before you leave. But I would try reaching out to your credit card company. However, as long as Royal can prove the charges to be valid, your card company will allow them to stay.
3. Refunds for cancellations like you described can take 30 business days to process, so that charge may eventually come off.

That's entirely true/possible, I appreciate the correction to that point, but it's still nice to know ahead of time that it may not be included.

Thank you for trying, though 🙂 I'm gonna find a way to get this thing. LoL

I was a complete wreck all day yesterday….could hardly eat and had to have a few stiff drinks🍸🍸, and I  do mean a few, to calm my nerves. My hands were  literally shaking as I tried to open up the test!! Man, I’m glad that’s over!!😮‍💨

We have tried to limit ourselves in the past in the weeks leading up to a cruise.  However, we are BIG theme park junkies and just couldn't stay away.  Went to the parks, carried about our daily lives, and we tested negative. Of course I was a wreck up to that point.  Fully vaxed and I have had covid 3 times already, so I'm not sure if my immunity is good now or what.

We are currently on Odyssey TRANSATLANTIC cruise. So far we have a fantastic cruise, very relaxed atmosphere. We have 1800 passenger (16 kids only) and we also have a beautiful Labrador on board, everybody’s favorite. The food is awesome, the crew is amazing. Good entertainment. 
We’ve just docked  in Puerto Rico due to medical emergency (not Covid related). I believe someone had a heart attack last night. After Alpha emergency call last evening, we took a sudden turn to south and our captain announced this morning we have to make this quick emergency stop tonight. We are already pulling away from the dock and heading out to sea. 

We will be staying on Odyssey for 2 months. I am here to answer any questions you might have. 
 

Thank you so much!
So glad you found us here!

Hi Matt,
You may have seen my name pop up recently on your last few weekly Q&As on youtube.  May 2nd will be mine and my girlfriend's first on Freedom of the Seas, and November 12th with Harmony of the Seas when I turn half a century old.  It was time for us to try a different cruise line other than Princess and Carnival.  Thanks to you, Royal Caribbean has started to become a slight obsession.    
Your content started appearing often as I was doing research after booking Freedom and Harmony.  Before I knew it, I just had to subscribe, and I'm not one to easily subscribe to anything.  Your youtube content is so valuable, educational and I've learned so much about Royal Caribbean.  Next thing I knew, I started visiting your blog and just had to join.  And here I am!  It's amazing how much information there is from you and your members.  You can definitely bet on me spreading the word about your blog/channel and supporting when I can. 
I look forward to your Monday live chats about..."the most important thing in the Whole Wide World, how many days till YOUR next Royal Caribbean cruise?"
Best,
Aron
 
 

As of our last trip we did not have to fill out any paperwork for Bahamas.  You do not need a passport on closed loop cruises although it is HIGHLY recommended to get one in the event of an emergency.

Not a good week to be a flight attendant... "A federal judge says I don't need no mask".

We have had zero issues getting off with our luggage.  Never had it checked, just roll off and into the car we go.