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I've not seen this, and I wouldn't count on it, but I have learned this year that many things in RCL restaurants are discretionary - so ask, offer up a deal, because you just don't know if you don't ask.

On ships that have Sabor Modern Mexican (such as the Freedom), you pay a cover, but all food is included for that charge.  While we were on, a margarita was also included, but I suspect this varies based on the restaurant manager/revenue management.  That in mind, on Freedom we did see that they offered guac "to go" or for consumption at the Schooner Bar right next door.  
 
On ships that have Sabor Taqueria (Oasis class), there is no cover, and everything is a la carte.  I find this preferable, as I like to come in for a quick snack some times, not commiting to a full meal.
 
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Not all disabilities or challenges are visible to those of us around those who are affected.  Some service animals can recognize ailments before their onset and help alert others (seizures, for example), some persons with significant PTSD use service animals to help them navigate crowds, etc.  While I'm sure some people in the world abuse these policies I certainly can't begin to understand the challenges of other persons I don't know.  
 
To that point, on episode 175 (link below, highly recommended - though I'm bias :-) ), I mention my spouse requiring a wheel chair during disembarkation, though you can also find her on our group cruises walking around with the rest of us.  It's easy for others around to assume she was just being lazy, but if you don't know - well, you don't know.
 
http://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/podcast/episode-175-disembarkation-day

Not all disabilities or challenges are visible to those of us around those who are affected.  Some service animals can recognize ailments before their onset and help alert others (seizures, for example), some persons with significant PTSD use service animals to help them navigate crowds, etc.  While I'm sure some people in the world abuse these policies I certainly can't begin to understand the challenges of other persons I don't know.  
 
To that point, on episode 175 (link below, highly recommended - though I'm bias :-) ), I mention my spouse requiring a wheel chair during disembarkation, though you can also find her on our group cruises walking around with the rest of us.  It's easy for others around to assume she was just being lazy, but if you don't know - well, you don't know.
 
http://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/podcast/episode-175-disembarkation-day

Under U.S. law, which the cruise ships operate under when sailing from U.S. ports, it is forbidden to require such proof or to even inquire about the disability (see the Americans with Disabilities Act). This is the same challenged Disney faced a few years ago, leading to a change in the program.
 
There are service and there are therapy dogs, both of which service specific purposes. Are there some that might abuse there system? Of course there are, but I presume the vast majority need the animal for some reason. Isn't the same argument made regarding handicap parking and disabled plates?
 
I will say that one of my trade publications addressed this issue as they acknowledged more and more clients are requesting certification for their animals for such purposes and warned of the problems if the need was legitimate and if the animal was not well trained.

Not all disabilities or challenges are visible to those of us around those who are affected.  Some service animals can recognize ailments before their onset and help alert others (seizures, for example), some persons with significant PTSD use service animals to help them navigate crowds, etc.  While I'm sure some people in the world abuse these policies I certainly can't begin to understand the challenges of other persons I don't know.  
 
To that point, on episode 175 (link below, highly recommended - though I'm bias :-) ), I mention my spouse requiring a wheel chair during disembarkation, though you can also find her on our group cruises walking around with the rest of us.  It's easy for others around to assume she was just being lazy, but if you don't know - well, you don't know.
 
http://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/podcast/episode-175-disembarkation-day

Drink a couple beers and start booking things that sound good, and then thank myself later.
 
Kidding... mostly.

I sometimes ask for a plate of berries.  I'm not gonna lie, it's not instead of dessert, it's "dessert appetizer" for me.

I sometimes ask for a plate of berries.  I'm not gonna lie, it's not instead of dessert, it's "dessert appetizer" for me.

I am not good with absolutes and superlatives.  When people ask me my favorite cruise, my favorite ship, my favorite color...I never know the answer.  That in mind, Norway is my favorite destination.  
 
There are some similarities to Alaska, but while the destinations in AK are beautiful, and there is much to see in terms of culture and wonderful people (we're planning on going back soon) - Norway stands out even more.  The fjord towns in Norway look like things you've only ever seen in movies or in Epcot.  The construction of buildings is unique, with a quaint feel, while meshing amazingly well with the technologically advanced city that shows itself just blocks in from the water.  People are among the most pleasant you can imagine, and most destinations are very 'trouble-free' with lots to do and see very close to the port.  Similar to Alaska, you can enjoy great views for hours as you sail through the fjords, though Norway seems to have a near monopoly on water falls.
 
As you can tell, I'm all in on Norway.  Bergen is probably the city that stands out most for me, but I'm not sure there are any losers to be had.  I don't know you, so I generally refrain from saying, "you'll love X" or "you'll hate Y", but I think a 12 night Scandanavian sailing would be pretty swell by the standards of many.
 
Now - all of that in mind, the Caribbean is obviously a totally different ball game, and the Harmony is a totally different ship.  This is amplified all the more by the contrast to the Netherlands, so I can appreciate the desire to branch out in that way - something I'm bias toward living in the Caribbean.  So, we can load the points on that side, and then the cruise nut in me says, "Go for the longer sailing!"
 
Whatever you chose it seems you have little chance of being disappointed.

Most W-Ts would have a port for an earbud...I would appreciate not hearing the static, tones, and conversations of others....

We have some friends on Navi (Rich and Tammy) and they were on the previous sailing as well.  I don't beleive they experienced issues on the first sailing, only the second.  I'm at Port Everglades right now having just returned from Independence of the Seas (checkout the live blog here), but once I get back in the swing of things I'll see if Rich and Tammy know the nature of the delay.  I'd doubt you'd have a simlar expereince with your upcoming sailing, though things certainly do come up.

Welcome!
 
That's a wide open question with a ton info that could be shared.  I'd say start off by reading about Harmony and the First Time Cruiser articles (links below).  Also, reply here and let us know what you enjoy doing, some more about you and your fiance, etc so we can make better recommendations.  Lastly, let us know whether you're sailing the Eastern or Western Caribbean so we can help with information about your ports.
 
http://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/category/category/first-time-cruisers
http://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/category/category/harmony-of-the-seas

I am not good with absolutes and superlatives.  When people ask me my favorite cruise, my favorite ship, my favorite color...I never know the answer.  That in mind, Norway is my favorite destination.  
 
There are some similarities to Alaska, but while the destinations in AK are beautiful, and there is much to see in terms of culture and wonderful people (we're planning on going back soon) - Norway stands out even more.  The fjord towns in Norway look like things you've only ever seen in movies or in Epcot.  The construction of buildings is unique, with a quaint feel, while meshing amazingly well with the technologically advanced city that shows itself just blocks in from the water.  People are among the most pleasant you can imagine, and most destinations are very 'trouble-free' with lots to do and see very close to the port.  Similar to Alaska, you can enjoy great views for hours as you sail through the fjords, though Norway seems to have a near monopoly on water falls.
 
As you can tell, I'm all in on Norway.  Bergen is probably the city that stands out most for me, but I'm not sure there are any losers to be had.  I don't know you, so I generally refrain from saying, "you'll love X" or "you'll hate Y", but I think a 12 night Scandanavian sailing would be pretty swell by the standards of many.
 
Now - all of that in mind, the Caribbean is obviously a totally different ball game, and the Harmony is a totally different ship.  This is amplified all the more by the contrast to the Netherlands, so I can appreciate the desire to branch out in that way - something I'm bias toward living in the Caribbean.  So, we can load the points on that side, and then the cruise nut in me says, "Go for the longer sailing!"
 
Whatever you chose it seems you have little chance of being disappointed.

I am not good with absolutes and superlatives.  When people ask me my favorite cruise, my favorite ship, my favorite color...I never know the answer.  That in mind, Norway is my favorite destination.  
 
There are some similarities to Alaska, but while the destinations in AK are beautiful, and there is much to see in terms of culture and wonderful people (we're planning on going back soon) - Norway stands out even more.  The fjord towns in Norway look like things you've only ever seen in movies or in Epcot.  The construction of buildings is unique, with a quaint feel, while meshing amazingly well with the technologically advanced city that shows itself just blocks in from the water.  People are among the most pleasant you can imagine, and most destinations are very 'trouble-free' with lots to do and see very close to the port.  Similar to Alaska, you can enjoy great views for hours as you sail through the fjords, though Norway seems to have a near monopoly on water falls.
 
As you can tell, I'm all in on Norway.  Bergen is probably the city that stands out most for me, but I'm not sure there are any losers to be had.  I don't know you, so I generally refrain from saying, "you'll love X" or "you'll hate Y", but I think a 12 night Scandanavian sailing would be pretty swell by the standards of many.
 
Now - all of that in mind, the Caribbean is obviously a totally different ball game, and the Harmony is a totally different ship.  This is amplified all the more by the contrast to the Netherlands, so I can appreciate the desire to branch out in that way - something I'm bias toward living in the Caribbean.  So, we can load the points on that side, and then the cruise nut in me says, "Go for the longer sailing!"
 
Whatever you chose it seems you have little chance of being disappointed.

I am not good with absolutes and superlatives.  When people ask me my favorite cruise, my favorite ship, my favorite color...I never know the answer.  That in mind, Norway is my favorite destination.  
 
There are some similarities to Alaska, but while the destinations in AK are beautiful, and there is much to see in terms of culture and wonderful people (we're planning on going back soon) - Norway stands out even more.  The fjord towns in Norway look like things you've only ever seen in movies or in Epcot.  The construction of buildings is unique, with a quaint feel, while meshing amazingly well with the technologically advanced city that shows itself just blocks in from the water.  People are among the most pleasant you can imagine, and most destinations are very 'trouble-free' with lots to do and see very close to the port.  Similar to Alaska, you can enjoy great views for hours as you sail through the fjords, though Norway seems to have a near monopoly on water falls.
 
As you can tell, I'm all in on Norway.  Bergen is probably the city that stands out most for me, but I'm not sure there are any losers to be had.  I don't know you, so I generally refrain from saying, "you'll love X" or "you'll hate Y", but I think a 12 night Scandanavian sailing would be pretty swell by the standards of many.
 
Now - all of that in mind, the Caribbean is obviously a totally different ball game, and the Harmony is a totally different ship.  This is amplified all the more by the contrast to the Netherlands, so I can appreciate the desire to branch out in that way - something I'm bias toward living in the Caribbean.  So, we can load the points on that side, and then the cruise nut in me says, "Go for the longer sailing!"
 
Whatever you chose it seems you have little chance of being disappointed.

+1 for Kayak and also Google Flights.  They both use methods of predicting whether or not it's a good time to buy.  That in mind, nothing is certain, and much like Matt, I like Southwest for their flexibility.  

You're correct in that a drink over $12 will cost you only the difference.  This is the same as it was under the old Ultimate package.
 
Bottles of wine are a bit different, as you'll get a 40% discount on bottles of wine under $100 and 20% off bottles above $100.

I'm on Indy this Thanksgiving as well.  I've cruised over x-mas on NCL, I don't recall doing any other major holiday sailings.
 
To us it was an easy decision, we're taking a 4 night cruise at a great rate without using any vacation.

Have you seen how much coffee he drinks?

Have you seen how much coffee he drinks?

Have you seen how much coffee he drinks?

Correct.  From what I've seen on the bulletin boards Jerel is correct.  Sanctioned/RCI organized events are int eh Cruise Compass, non-RCI organized events are on the bulletin board.  I've seen this on Celebrity as well.  While there are usually Friends of Dorothy meets, I recall seeing several other (potentially more widely attended) LGBTQ events on the bulletin board.  I have a feeling they were better attended largely based on new ones being put up regularly.  
 
 
I don't see why not.  Definitely on the last 3 RCI (RCL/X) cruises I've been on.  Guest Relations (or in days past, the Pursers Desk), is located on deck 5, starboard, just forward of the main dining room (which is all the way aft).

Unless something has changed I beleive Coke Freestyle machines are only available on ships that spend the entire year sailing out of US ports (which Navgiator doesn't do, she's in Europe right now in fact).