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Our first cruise is next month (Woot!), and we are getting cruise specific emails even though I used a TA. They absolutely try to sell me stuff more than inform me, but I'm getting both. 

For me, having worked in the service industry when I was younger, I like to read the situation; some crew members humor the guest because it is their job. Maybe not so much since the restart because it was so many crew to pax and they were glad to be working and interacting. 
Maybe it is also the introvert in me, but I tend not to bother the crew. If they want to talk to me, I let them and will engage but I don't want them to feel obligated to talk. I have learned some cool things, but I try not to pry. I let them steer the conversation. I remember the suite concierge asking where we from on Allure and when I said Chicago. He told a funny story about our weather and not realizing he would need a coat.
I can say I have met many wonderful crew members who have shared parts of their life with me. But I don't pre-plan any questioning, it is all spur of the moment interactions. 

In your check in section. It's right below where you select your arrival time. 

Keep in mind that your clothes will be washed and DRIED on HOT settings!

On Vision, they had a paper bag, about the size of grocery store plastic bag but taller, $35 ($25 for Diamond) for as much as you could stuff in it. We were able to put 10 underwear, 6 bras, 6 tank tops, a couple of t-shirts and shorts into it with some room left over. Got it back in 2 days. They also do dress clothes but don't know the cost.

Impressive.  We've never been able to fit half of that in those bags.

We’ll have to wait for new cruises to see if there’s a shift in policy. I’ll keep an eye out in meantime. 

This does not work with my obsessive compulsiveness. 🙂

Got it, too. 
 
"Updated Mask Policy for Royal Caribbean Sailings
As you know, our protocols are fluid and subject to change. We proactively review all of our requirements to meet the guidance of various government and health authorities to ensure the health and safety of our guests and crew.
 
Due to recent changes in mask guidance, we’ve updated our mask policy, effective immediately, for all of our sailings where we've announced protocols, excluding Singapore departures.
 
Updated Mask Policy
 
Masks are optional for vaccinated guests and recommended for unvaccinated children while onboard. In our terminals, masks are optional unless required by local regulation. Some destinations we visit may require masks. Guests under 2 years old don’t need to wear a mask. These protocols are subject to change.
 
Thank you for your continued understanding as we work diligently to provide you with the very best cruise experience. We look forward to seeing you onboard soon! 
 
 
Click the link below to view our sailing protocols and FAQS"

I just got the "Update to protocols" email (which always scares me when I see it) that confirms masks are optional in the terminals

well I just got a NEW message this time... it says "sorry, we hit a snag try again later." My hopes are like a roller coaster right now 😆. I needed a 1p boarding time so I'm not really sweating it but man it would be NICE to have this completed! 

The arrival times magically opened up today for Symphony. 

Fun... 

Fun... 

Fun... 

So, I'm a sick sick individual who just had to be the first to check in for my cruise. It opened up 18 minutes ago... I am able to put my check-in info in for all my party, but when I go to select arrival time, it says to check back closer to my cruise to select arrival time. Any idea when this opens up? Is it random, will I get an email, or is there a science to this. I really want to get the earliest time possible, so I don't want to miss the first chance to select a time... did I mention I am a sick individual? 🙂

This does not work with my obsessive compulsiveness. 🙂

This does not work with my obsessive compulsiveness. 🙂

Also on Symphony on 6/4; I can enter/scan everything, but can’t pick a boarding time

This does not work with my obsessive compulsiveness. 🙂

So, I'm a sick sick individual who just had to be the first to check in for my cruise. It opened up 18 minutes ago... I am able to put my check-in info in for all my party, but when I go to select arrival time, it says to check back closer to my cruise to select arrival time. Any idea when this opens up? Is it random, will I get an email, or is there a science to this. I really want to get the earliest time possible, so I don't want to miss the first chance to select a time... did I mention I am a sick individual? 🙂

Well, it would seem your ship is cooler at the moment. 😉

It's Symphony. I found it. Had to not be on the mobile version of the site. Thanks. 

It's Symphony. I found it. Had to not be on the mobile version of the site. Thanks. 

Through the Cruise Planner on the website there's usually an Order History where that's stored..but it depends if your cruise uses the new or old Cruise Planner format if that's where it lies.