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Thank you. That helps, because we like later breakfasts.

We are wondering what the breakfast hours are at the various venues. Thanks!

How many outlets do you have in you cabin? Thanks for all the frozen drink ideas!

Check out post #2 by Reiger. There is a link for the special needs form. They were very quick to answer my question. Not sure what you mean by restrictions, but it is better to deal with them directly.

Thanks, but the disposable pads should be all that is needed. That is good information to have, though, in case the situation changes.

Thank you for these posts. Look forward to the rest of the cruise. We will be on this same itinerary next month. I will be trying virgin frozen drinks too, so I will be interested in your recommendations. Also, DW uses a mobility scooter and we are wondering how she will be able to charge the battery with the new regulations. Have fun!

Thank you. I ordered some disposable pads.

Probably the best idea. We wanted to get by without the extra weight and space in the luggage. We have 2 indoor dogs, so we have piddle pads for them. Our sitters have the disposable ones. It is a rare occurance, but I plan to be drinking more on the cruise and want to be prepared.

Thanks for the response and the link!

Strange question, but will the ship provide an incontinence pad for the bed?

Depends on perspective. We live in Wisconsin and generally cruise in Jan/Feb. Our chances of delays are undoubtedly higher. Two years ago the three days we were planning to spend in Miami was spent in our motel room in Green Bay. Even if they re always on time, there is stress related to flying and who wants to be stressed out embarking a cruise? Still, I understand that there are a variety of reasons people can't fly in early.

We always fly in a few days early. Flights get delayed. A lot.

This will be the 1st time we don't get a drink package in years. I have been a big beer drinker, but have had to basically quit, due to health issues. Hopefully those can get resolved. I have had after effects of having Covid and pneumonia. So we are thinking the drink package won't be worth it. Subject to change if I can learn to like wine.

This will be our 1st time to use our Diamond status. It sound like they have really improved that over the years. One of those coupons will go for a Johnny Rockets shake.

We will definitely have to meet up

Explorer Of The Seas, B2B- Jan 26&Feb 6. First time on Explorer, but we really like AOS. This will be more of a ship cruise than an itinerary cruise.

We are thinking March 2 and 9, because 7 days is never enough.

Was everybody fully vaccinated? Also, can you describe your embarkation process? Thanks for posting!

Congrats on the Not doing Carnival again. ? We are Diamond on RCI and Platinum on NCL. We prefer RCI overall. You can always count on the Windjammer and Schooners, not matter the ship. Someone did a YouTube video comparing them and RCI came out ahead on that one too. They did give kudos to NCL for the Waterfront concept.

Following. I was wondering if the Orlando hotels would be cheaper, or more expensive.

It has probably already been covered, but my advice is to never fly in the day of the cruise. Delays are frequent. Who needs the aggravation? I always recommend 2 days before so you have a chance to relax, take in the port city and be refreshed when you get on the ship.

The rules are different here, because the wait staff get paid different. They depend on tips for their living. If the employers paid the full wages, they would have to charge more and there is no incentive to do a better job. At least pre-pay the gratuities.

Being from N. WI, I consider it hot. Probably somewhere in between all these response as the opinions are largely based on where they live.

Yup. You can use it on as many devices as you want, but only one at a time. Don't forget to log out each time.

Wrong forum, and what kind of headline is that?