Villageidiot
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I've used them 3 times for cruises. I believe last cruise was $125 for 9 days. The parking is very safe IMHO, the only issue was returning on the shuttle last cruise. We were at terminal G and had an extended wait as their shuttles filled at the other terminals and didn't stop at G. But we got back to the car in under an hour after disembarking.
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How Accepting is the Cruising Experience?
Villageidiot replied to lost little boy's topic in Royal Caribbean Discussion
I wouldn't worry about it, most people on the cruise will be more concerned with getting a seat by the pool or a good seat for the show.- 19 replies
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Proud to say zero points. Casinos are too smoky for me.
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Cococay 29th Dec vs 21st April?
Villageidiot replied to Globetrotter8080's topic in Royal Caribbean Discussion
Try this website https://www.seatemperature.org/ -
They retake our photos at the terminal even if we successfully upload them. Don't worry
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Park at terminal or Uber to Port of Miami
Villageidiot replied to Cruising Granny's topic in Royal Caribbean Discussion
If a lot of ships are in port traffic can be really bad. Might be easier to let someone else drive you to the ship. Parking runs $22 per day if I remember correctly. -
Happy Sailing February 2024 Cruisers!
Villageidiot replied to Lovetocruise2002's topic in Royal Caribbean Discussion
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As GregD noted you can do this. Which port and from where approximately? How many days to drive there? Use one of the travel sites and run the scenarios to see if it is economically viable. Probably going to run you $200 - $250 each way if you are going to Florida.
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What are these luggage tags??
Villageidiot replied to Minuet888's topic in Royal Caribbean Discussion
This is what I should have done. Had to get creative to make the Princess tags fit on our cruise from Sydney to New Zealand. -
We will usually pick our cabin but last year I found a great price for a GTY balcony on a TA cruise. Saved about $900/PP. We were happy with the cabin we were assigned. Did a GTY again this February and no problems with the cabin assigned again. For us the savings were worth it as we are usually ok with forward or aft cabin selections.
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Where onboard can friends ALWAYS find you?
Villageidiot replied to Thumper44's topic in Royal Caribbean Discussion
Promenade after the first show in the theater. Solarium from 10 - 4 on sea days. -
Maybe in the sports bar if they have one. Check the app and see if it is listed on the daily activities. Hope they have it playing somewhere.
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Check in time for Grandeur out of Miami
Villageidiot replied to Cruising Granny's topic in Royal Caribbean Discussion
Earliest you can grab if you need to reserve dining, shows or any other issues. Later if you want access to your cabin right as you board. Planning to park at the port or off site? I park off site in Miami and there is a crush for their shuttles right at the start that can take some time to get through. If you have any issues standing for long periods I would arrive after the initial rush. Of course you won't have this issue if you park at the port. Enjoy your cruise -
Flight arrival time versus boarding time in Rome
Villageidiot replied to Tuff Yen's topic in Royal Caribbean Discussion
Will you have to clear customs in Rome? That could take up some time if you do. I'd fly in the day before if that is the only flight I could get. -
Thanks
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Is there a covered garage close to T18 or is the open lot the only real choice? Map images show the Palms garage to be a good distance away. Believe my cruise in January is using T18.
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https://www.portseattle.org/SEAspotsaver It's possible to make an appointment for TSA security in Seattle. Might help with any anxiety over timing you have. I haven't used it but have heard it works fairly well.
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Good advice, I take a European adapter and an Australian adapter to get USB ports for charging.
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Did you like the Chacchoben Mayan Ruins tour?
Villageidiot replied to happy cruisers 2's topic in Shore Excursions
We did this tour in February but not through RCI. We booked with Native Choice and really enjoyed the tour. Native Choice was very reasonably priced and the guide was excellent. The bus was modern and air conditioned. Roads were good IIRC. Plenty of shade at the ruins. -
Stayed there with my family years ago. Had a really nice stay and Cafe Du Monde is a short walk. Good recommendation
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Fall Foliage becomes Winter Wonderland
Villageidiot replied to deButler's topic in Royal Caribbean Discussion
I was in Northern New York visiting my son and woke up to the same snow. Reminded me why we live in Tennessee now. -
Handing over Passports to the cruiseline?
Villageidiot replied to Reigert2008's topic in Royal Caribbean Discussion
Back in 1973 we (mom, dad, sister me) flew into Dubai from Iran. On arrival at the airport they had all passengers put their passports in a large cardboard box as we exited the plane. When we flew back out three days later we got to dig through that large box with all the other passengers looking for our passports. Surprisingly there were no issues. Still the most bizarre passport control I have ever encountered.