melski94

I was on Adventure over Spring Break and didn't get the key and never felt that I needed it.  The shows were more than half empty so the seating wasn't a great perk.  My kids don't use the flowrider.   To me, really look at what you need it for and what you would actually use.
 Internet for 1 device is about $12 and for 2 devices about $16 a day but the key for 2 people will be $50 a day.  Are the key perks worth an extra $34 a day? That is $238 more than a 2 device package over a 7 day cruise, which would pay for a 3 night specialty dining package for 2.  I'd rather do a specialty dining package than get the key.  

I don't think any of us would know the answer.  Did you ask your DMV is you could fly with that id?  If so, then I would *think* you'd be ok but none of us really know the answer.  It would be a long 2 day drive home if you can't board with quite a bit of money lost.  

I don't think any of us would know the answer.  Did you ask your DMV is you could fly with that id?  If so, then I would *think* you'd be ok but none of us really know the answer.  It would be a long 2 day drive home if you can't board with quite a bit of money lost.  

Is your DMV open tomorrow?  Is there any way to get a state id?  I assume you don't have a passport?   
I don't know your answer but I'd do everything possible to get some type of legal id before heading out.

They are definitely high but Southwest and Spirit are the only ones that I can find to fly non stop and Spirit is more!  I guess I'm used to paying for very high fares for spring break!

I started checking at 6 am Central time and it was released around 6:15-6:20ish.  Right when I needed to wake up my son for school.  Sorry son, have breakfast in the car!

Just a quick reminder to those looking for Spring Break flights on Southwest.  March and April are now available to book.  Mine are done and in the time it took me to input 4 names and birthday, my fare was not available ?and I ended up paying $70 more each.

I started checking at 6 am Central time and it was released around 6:15-6:20ish.  Right when I needed to wake up my son for school.  Sorry son, have breakfast in the car!

I just started reading this and I'm so excited for you.  I lived in China for a few years.  I love your attitude of an open mind.  A few tips: 
It will sound like everyone is always mad and shouting.  They aren't, it is the language and tones.  Just take some getting used to.   You do need to be demanding and firm if you want something.  You can't wait for your waitress to bring you the check, or another drink, but you need to ask for it.  It is considered rude to bring the check before it is requested. Don't stand in line waiting your turn.  You will need to push yourself ahead or you will be left waiting forever.  There is no personal space, it will be ok.   Bring addresses of places you want to go written in Chinese characters, not pinyin.   Many taxi drivers can't read pinyin and our translation of Mandarin is terrible as we can't do the tones.  If you can't do the tones, they have no idea what you are saying.   Have a great time!  I LOVE shopping in Bangkok but love the islands even more!

I just started reading this and I'm so excited for you.  I lived in China for a few years.  I love your attitude of an open mind.  A few tips: 
It will sound like everyone is always mad and shouting.  They aren't, it is the language and tones.  Just take some getting used to.   You do need to be demanding and firm if you want something.  You can't wait for your waitress to bring you the check, or another drink, but you need to ask for it.  It is considered rude to bring the check before it is requested. Don't stand in line waiting your turn.  You will need to push yourself ahead or you will be left waiting forever.  There is no personal space, it will be ok.   Bring addresses of places you want to go written in Chinese characters, not pinyin.   Many taxi drivers can't read pinyin and our translation of Mandarin is terrible as we can't do the tones.  If you can't do the tones, they have no idea what you are saying.   Have a great time!  I LOVE shopping in Bangkok but love the islands even more!

Harmony is showing $17.59 (20% off) for 1 device.  I find that voom has decreased the closer to my sailings unlike some other things.  Wishful thinking that this happens again!
 

They should eat on their own and go to the meet n greet.  9:30 will be too late as any ice breaker games will be over.  

They should eat on their own and go to the meet n greet.  9:30 will be too late as any ice breaker games will be over.  

They should eat on their own and go to the meet n greet.  9:30 will be too late as any ice breaker games will be over.  

Spring Break cruises sail full.  Not just full of cabins with double occupancy but every room is almost full with its max occupancy.  We cruise every year for Spring Break.  The crew is used to it and adjust people to AO to accommodate so many kids. 
By April, there are very few colleges out for Spring Break.  You will see multigenerational families or large groups of family friends.  Of course, those adults could rival college kids on the pool deck!  

Your teens can be in their own room if it is connecting or adjoining (next to) your stateroom.  You can also have them directly across from your stateroom.  We always get connecting rooms but it could be too late for those to be available.  Using a TA really helps getting the rooms together.

Cozumel is not a tender port.  The only port on your list that tenders is Grand Cayman.   Sorry I can't answer your other questions.

Oh boy, after reading about everyone going, I'm having a major FOMO moment!  The timing is really bad for me but I'm looking at other options!

You will be assigned to one of the dining rooms and eat there the entire cruise.  It will be on your sea pass card.
I always make a reservation for my family of 6.  You can show up but I find it easier to plan a dinner time around 6:30 for my family.  It is easy to change if our plans change.  You can make a reservation before the cruise on your Cruise Planner
 

You would need to call to cancel and rebook it at the lower price.  If you are on an Oasis class ship $499 is the cheapest I've seen.
 

That's really sad.  How horrible for the family.  Every cruise, I give my kids the balcony/railing lecture that results in a lot of eye rolls.  I think I'll continue giving my lecture.  

I've booked the Thrill Waterpark cabana before and admission was for 6 people.  You need to notify the shore excursion desk which 6 people so they will add admission to the sea pass card.  
Thanks @DublinFC for the heads up on the price drop.  I checked yesterday for our Harmony SB cruise and it was still showing $799.  So happy to get it for $499 especially since 1 waterpark ticket is $93.99.

You can book Playa Mia directly for cheaper than that.  You need to grab a taxi but they are plentiful both ways.  The biggest advantage is that you can spent quite a bit more time here than what the ship offers and it is pretty quiet then.  
Food is ok but not great.  The waterpark is only those 2 slides and it isn't that great.  Admission includes the ocean inflatables which are a lot of fun.  If you have young kids, there is a really large splash area.  

No need for shoes at Columbus Cove.  It's a nice sandy bottom.  
There is a ferry sometimes.  We've only managed to catch it once.  It isn't a long walk but if you do walk cut through by Nellie's beach and by the waters slide/aqua park area.   Also, there is a tram (for all not just the bungalows) but you need to walk through the market to get to the beach.  That isn't a big deal but just be prepared.  

We were on Navigator in July and I was surprised how late self carry started.  I think it wasn't until 7:45 and the reason given was customs wasn't ready.  Once disembarkation started, it was very quick to get off the ship.