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17 hours ago, Jonesy said:

I have an idea.  Who is up for a check-in party at midnight on the 22nd?  There are a few conference services we can use.  I am trying to remember which one is free with a time limit.  Since none of us (assuming) are pretty at midnight, we could just limit it to a voice conference.

A fun idea! Only issue is I likely wouldn't be able to be on super long since I usually just check-in right before going to sleep. Google has a free conference system called Meet, doesn't even have a time limit.

13 minutes ago, Jonesy said:

Does anyone know what time check-in opens on the 22nd?

My last cruise, it opened a few minutes after midnight.

13 minutes ago, Pooch said:

I have set up in a word document:

flights down with all conf #s

precruise hotel conf #s and phone number to call for shuttle from airport

shuttle from hotel to port conf # & phone #
cruise reservation #s

excursion confirmations for each port

shuttle conf# for return to FLL

Flights back with conf #s

plus whatever other OCD information I can add!!  I will have a hard copy plus will email a copy to everyone to save on their phones.

I do a similar thing in an Excel spreadsheet for tracking info for the cruise.

Well, I have the rental car and mid-way hotel booked now. We're all set! Now just to wait ~50 more days!

13 minutes ago, Ampurp85 said:

Same type of balcony?

Yep, far as I'm aware. Only other thing I can think of is their reservation number starts with 4 and mine starts with 7, so maybe it goes in number order.

37 minutes ago, Ampurp85 said:

This happened to me but only when the cabin type is lower. I had balconies and the person above me was/is in an interior.

Yeah, not sure, we both have balconies. We're only eight doors apart.

10 hours ago, Matt said:

It should. When you look at your reservation, do you see theirs too? Usually right below yours

It does, though for some reason it's at the top, while my reservation is under it, which confused me.

Hey all, just wanted to check, I have a reservation linked with another booking. Will this allow me to pick a check-in time for both us and them when check-in opens?

Yeah, formal night is pretty relaxed still. Last cruise, I just wore some khakis and a button-up long sleeve shirt.

36 minutes ago, Pooch said:

I’m hoping for somewhere in Central Park.  We are staying on Deck 8 & a little jazz in the evening would be sweet!

I could definitely see something like that. Only issue might be moving the drums around.

12 hours ago, WAAAYTOOO said:

Update from OA.  There is no longer any reference to Jazz On 4 as a performance venue.  The Jazz presentations are being advertised as being held in the Music Hall.  While I have not confirmed directly with anyone “in the know”, I think it’s pretty clear that Jazz on 4 is no more.  When I went by there today, the doors were closed and (presumably) locked.  I will pop by next week and see if there is any construction/destruction going on.

*sigh* At least they aren't getting rid of the Jazz altogether. If it moves to the Music Hall, that's better than nothing.

I too pack like three weeks early. I make sure I have all my extra accessories and things all in one place.

Honestly such BS. Oh, yeah, let's take away music to give way for MORE gambling. Great.

We're down to 61 days! That's two months! Getting pretty excited.

4 hours ago, Jonesy said:

Have you looked at flying out of IND?  They have a ton of Florida service.  It will be so much easier later this year when you can fly to MCO and take the train to Ft. Lauderdale or Miami.  MCO is usually a lot cheaper.

Yep, I checked those. Unfortunately, it's not much cheaper, especially since I'll only do non-stop flights. It's ultimately cheaper for us to rent a car that we'll have for a week and yet only use for maybe a total of two days than getting plane tickets for four people.

2 hours ago, Davnbet said:

Wow it must be where you live. Our airline tickets through AA weren't that bad. Round trip for two was approx $600. 

Yeah, might be. We fly out of CVG, but yeah two people one way was like $800. Plus I won't do layovers because I don't want to risk cancellations or delays.

We're driving back. 16 hours...but we couldn't justify paying the equivalent of another cruise to fly.

8 hours ago, Rory said:

Checking to see if anyone knows Royal's rollout plan for converting the Jazz on 4 spaces into non-smoking casino spaces like on Wonder? The only info confirmed is Harmony is starting their conversion today through March 12. I would guess they move to the next Oasis class ship on March 12-26? The first I read about this project was a post that Cory (CD on Allure) told the guest they were doing this and had hoped to complete all Oasis class ships by end of April. Has anyone received an email on an upcoming sailing (not including Harmony) about this? 

Wait WHAT? They're getting rid of the freaking jazz clubs?! Wow...good job, Royal...my favorite place on the ships. Eff me, I guess, let's go gambling!

1 hour ago, RCLblue10 said:

Hello ALL!  Just booked this cruise after sailing on Harmony in January.  Great time and crew so we are back.  Flying in to Fort Lauderdale on May 5.  Still looking at hotels.  We have never been to Mexico or Coca Cay so really excited.  Labadee was a fun and relaxing stop so I hope Coco Cay will be the same.  

Welcome! We've actually taken the....bold decision to drive 16 hours from Northern KY to Miami to avoid the insane cost of airline tickets right now. Coco Cay is definitely a blast. The beaches are nice and the huge pool is fun.

On 2/21/2023 at 12:37 PM, jordan meyers said:

We are down to just over 10 weeks left get excited. Me and my wife are going on this as our 1 year anniversary trip. We are both pretty excited as it will be both of our first cruises.

Awesome! My husband and I are treating this as our 9 year anniversary. Definitely getting excited. Starting to watch cruise videos constantly again.

14 minutes ago, Davnbet said:

I signed us up for MTD and didn't realize how soon you can reserve your time. So when I clicked to reserve the earliest time was 7 pm. I don't know what time the shows are but hoping not a conflict. I wonder if I should change to traditional once we board the ship. 

II wouldn't wait to be in the ship. it's doable, but apparently not guaranteed that you can make the change. I'd contact your travel agent (if you have one) or maybe call Royal to change it beforehand if you want to move to Traditional.

17 hours ago, Pooch said:

Frankly, I have done MTD on 2 pre and 2 post covid cruises and have always gotten the same table and waitstaff every night.  Additionally our wait times have been minimal, average none to 10 minutes.  All you gotta do is ask.  It is a misconception that only traditional dining allows you to have the same waitstaff.

Fair enough!

13 hours ago, Pooch said:

That is traditional dining.  We have My Time Dining but I’ve already made reservations for each night.  5:30 is too early for us and 8pm is too late.  MTD allows me to chose a better time for our cruise style.

Yep, I appareciate there are options. I like traditional because I like having the same wait staff every night. Makes me feel special.

43 minutes ago, Davnbet said:

Speaking of calories and eating, did all of you choose traditional or my dining?

I'm Traditional, the early seating. We'll also be doing Chops and Wonderland.

Calories don't count on a cruise ship!