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Does anyone read? Anyone at all? What the hell did I actually say? I said I want to let them know my displeasure about this change before it happens. If they hear from enough of us maybe it won't happen. 
I'm not gonna yell at anyone. 

How soon should you book insurance? Do you have to do it far in advance?

Thank you so much.  I was hoping a local would help out.  

Sorry to hear your luggage was lost. That always puts a damper on things. That is why we only pack carry ons anymore. Too many lost luggage fiasco. I hope you find resolution without it costing you a penny. 

I'm from Boston. It is better to stay in historical district and take taxi to port. Public transit can get hectic at times in Boston and crowded. Taxi will be easier and you know you can get to your port in a decent time. Just give yourself plenty of time to get to the port. Enjoy Boston. Some beautiful sites are there. 

AC never works in 666. Heat is always on high

usually $5 for the bus driver and $20 for tour guide is our standard practice. 

I don't know how anyone else feels or thinks, but personally I think a response within 2 hours on a blog forum complaint is fantastic.  Yes thanks to @Xaa for highlighting.
I would give this company another chance, if it was me. 
BTW I am happy with my Agent

We use Harr Travel. They have been exceptional to us. 

The side of the ship where you're standing on your balcony and not holding on for dear life.

Semi related topic.  I was at the airport 5 hours early for my flight (hubby had to drop me off so he could get to work) and I sat at my gate and watched the 3 gates near me for those hours.  Each gate had people who missed their flights. One couple screaming, "we are standing here now, you just shut the door, open it!" (nope).  Another woman who asked what she needed to do and was told to see Jetblue "just ask" people, she walked away crying, and then a fairly large family, who all walked away shaking their heads, I imagine some family member was to blame for that one.  I sit in wonder of those who arrive late to things and expect the world will stop for them.  I was raised to be early, hubby  not so much.  My stress level is very low when I arrive early, you'd think he would learn! 🤣  When I get off the ship I triple check my phone is working, what the ship time is_ and are we following ship time?- and I plan to arrive back an hour before the ship leaves unless I'm on a Royal excursion.  Yes, cuts into port time, but I  won't be stressed.

I always roll on at least a 22inch, hoping to connect it to a 24inch. Then porters take the 28's. I carry on (with wheels) as much as possible. I'm super paranoid about lost luggage. 

Not at all. It's a rite of passage for those running late.

What you need to know , is that you’re going to have a blast and become a cruise addict. 

I had the worst experience of my life on my latest cruise.  Short and sweet...My friend and I got into a heated argument as we were checking in.  It immediately escalated from there.  
I was on a 5 day/4 night cruise on Allure of the Seas.  Lets just say my friend of almost 20 years are no longer friends.  Long story short...I went to security three times.  Immediately after boarding, again on the second day, and then was escorted out of my room with all my belongings into a cabin in the middle of the ship.  On the third day, I went to customer relations and again asked to be put in a room of comparable value of what I paid.  I also mentioned that the lady they left in the cabin with the balcony was suicidal, which she was.  Long story.  Anyhow...I was asked to meet with the head of security because of this accusation.  I told them everything that had happened the day prior could be proven, and that they just needed to watch the CCTV footage for our section of the ship, which will prove my story.  Again I asked for a balcony cabin.  And again I was told that there are no cabins with balconies available.  I told the head of security that I had spoke with a cabin steward earlier, and he informed me that the ship is only at 60% capacity, and there are plenty of balcony cabins available.  Finally on day three, they suddenly had a balcony cabin.  One of our shore excursions was changed to something similar, but not what I had paid for.   I have sent four letters trying to speak with Customer Relations.  When they finally did contact me, it was a minimal effort response, they were sorry for my experience, and they will look into it.  We have been going back and forth. That is not a reasonable resolution for me. Their response is always, we have reviewed your complaints, and it is going up the chain so that others do not have to endure what I had to endure.  I keep repeating that that resolution does nothing for my waste of 3500.00, my loss in pay, not to mention that I am no longer friends with the individual that I went on the cruise with.  Also RCC states that there is no one else to report to, that it has escalated to the" highest level possible", and all they can do, is to do better moving forward.  I'm sorry, but this is not acceptable with me, and the woman I have been corresponding with does have to answer to someone else, and that is who I would like to speak with.  Any ideas on how I can get past this woman and speak with someone that understands that 85% of my onboard experience was not a happy and memorable trip, and nor was there any "quality service"?  I was told by customer relations basically that 'at least I did have some good moments to reflect back on.   All correspondence has been through the "executive office" and apparently there is no one above that level to deal with these issues that they have already reviewed.  Any help is appreciated.  Thank you for taking the time to read this.

Who or what is "Super Mario"? The only thing I that comes to mind wears red suspenders and hops on angry mushrooms and flying turtles!

At my age, sleep is far more important

What happens on a cruise ship, stays on the cruise ship...

Check both the website and the app. You may need to use a different browser or clear your cache.

You are most likely too early to book online. You can always try to book it by phone. Otherwise keep trying every few days or so, or send an email

Good morning fellow cruisers!!! Was just wondering if anyone else is having problems with the shore excursions site? We have been trying for 3 days now and always get a message saying royal is on vacation. We cannot see any excursions. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Happy Cruising!!!!

Computer Programmer get $2.00
Ship Captain get $2.00
Hotel Director get $1.50
Room Stuwart get $3.00
Head Waiter get $1.50
Main Waiter gets $3.00
Assistant Waiter gets $2.00
Best Looking male dancer get $1.00 (placed in the G-string)

Kids in hot tubs, especially younger using it as a pool. Besides ruining a relaxing location it's not safe for them. I get it, older kids can enjoy a few minutes safely but that's not what happens... heck, I once witnessed a man bring a baby (with diaper) in a tub. I bit my tongue very hard as I walked out. Crew members that make us disembark at the end of the cruise. How rude! 🙂

I have to agree with unsupervised children. I love children but when left unattended they can ruin everyones vacation. 
Cruisers who hog hot tubs all day and think its ok. 
Really drunk cruisers who become rude and disruptive. We have had that happen. They get extremely loud and have rude behaviors and just keep on being belligerent. I understand some drink for a good time but know your limits. Remember everyone is on vacation and just wants to make good memories. 
 

Good Morning Fellow Cruisers!!! This may have been asked before and I do so apologize. Hubby and I would like suggestions for safe Seattle Hotels that you have stayed in. I hear Seattle can be rough and we want to spend the night before our trip. We also want to be safe. Any suggestions from those who have recently stayed in Seattle will be greatly appreciated. Thank you and Happy Cruising!!!!