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To play devil's advocate, you are concerned about losing your passport when going ashore but not your wallet? SeaPass card? cash? phone? Personally, I don't know why a passport would be any more or less concerning about losing than other valuables. 

I see your point Matt, but i would think of all those things the passport would be the hardest/most valuable to replace? I do worry about losing those things off ship, but i think worst case scenarios they could probably be resolved without too many ramifications, but the passport? Such a conundrum.  On our southern carribean cruise last month, Royal told us to take our sea pass and copies of our passport with us. Maybe that is enough to calm our minds? Idk.  Maybe there are back up plans worried cruisers don't know about. 

Thanks gentleman. Very helpful.  I appreciate it! If i have a better experience I'll let you know!

Alas, with aging parents I need to keep an eye on and job duties that can't be tuned off for a week, I can't go without internet access anymore.

So what was your overall takeway from Voom on AOS, I too was planning to have it to check in with the kids and parents via iMessage or facetime. Should I keep my package or look for a cell pkg on port days?

I received some promos when I booked my cruise on Allure such as free spa treatment, specialty dinner, family time at the rock wall, etc. Do those need to be booked in advance or do I take care of it one I arrive? Does anyone know the restrictions on the free spa treatments and specialty dinner options?

I agree with the others, it is what you make of it.  Keep your expectations in check and all you can do is go up! Its your first cruise! You don't know any differently!  I'll be honest, my 13 year old struggled to be entertained by the teen club, but he enjoyed other amenities of the ship with us as a family.  I think its just an awkward age and depends a lot on your comfort level of interacting with strangers if you didn't bring any friends or close relatives, BUT  no matter what ship you're on you can't escape the sheer majesty and awe of being on the ocean and waking up in a new place every day.  It's like nothing else. My kids loved being on deck to observe sail way and arrival in port. They loved having all you-can-eat bacon in the mornings, pizza & ice cream 15 times a day and thought it was plain awesome to order room service. The towel animals and napkin creations from the staff were so fun, too.  I guess what i'm saying is look for the simple pleasures first and you won't be disappointed. Have fun!

Thank you :)

Ive never paid attention to Voom pricing before, but i might need it this time.  Is this 30% off sale worth getting now, or is it better to hold off until one boards? Have they done buy one get one free before?

My traditional dining time wasn't on option for my Allure cruise next spring either.  The travel agent says its typical with RCCL and its because it hasn't been opened yet.  She said check back in a few months or around final payment? I hope she's right 

When we were on Liberty (Freedom class)in March  Windjammer had free sushi at night and main dining room offered limited sushi bar at lunch.  I was hoping for some free treats too on Allure, but it sounds like that is not to be. We'll start saving up for Izumi :)

Like all Windjammers, if you roll in after 9am, it will be crowded and there can very well be lines to get in.  So either avoid busy times or seek alternatives during those times.

do the alternatives get crowded?  Debating Allure or Liberty kinda nervous about the crowds :) we're gf so food is already a challenge and little slower than normal for us anyway, but gotta say I'm intrigued by the Allure options. 

I've read some harsh critiques of the Allure Windjammer.  Is the food quality that much different than the Windjammers of  other RC ships or do you think the complaint is buffet food in general?

Thank you! That is helpful. Love this forum. Btw, is there a consistent time the live periscopes happen? I can't seem to catch them at the right time.

I had a very good experience with gluten free dining on Majesty of the Seas, however I stayed in the dining room and the pizza :)  Any experience with Liberty of the Seas? Are there any option at Johnny Rockets? the Cupcake shop? or any of the other outside options in case we want to branch out and give the others in my group  a break?

Ha, i'm in the same boat! It definitely helps with the winter blues.  With three weeks left its time to finish up shopping, packing and all of those little details. Can't wait!

Im trying to plan a beach day for the family in Jamaica.  Can i get pros and cons to either of these beaches? Perhaps someone suggests an alternative?  Will I be "hounded" at either beach? 

Thank You everyone, I appreciate the information.  That makes more sense and fits our style a little bit more. I will stop worrying :)

Hi there! This is my first time doing a 7 day cruise, I've been told for Liberty of the Seas one must book their entertainment (shows) in advance.  Can anyone tell me when? I've been able to book character breakfast so far, but that's it.  I'm afraid I'll miss my window.  Thank you!