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I used to dress up for dinner. Not anymore. If the cruise compass says casual that's exactly what I do I dress in shorts. If it says formal then I put on my pants.. No one has EVER asked me to leave any specialty restaurant or dining room on casual nights when I wear shorts. I wouldn't do it on formal night but if it says casual why not be comfortable.. I know its not in the rules but RC does a horrible job of ENFORCING their rules.. Maybe on Liberty as someone mentioned they do but I have been on Majesty, Enchantment, Vision, Mariner, Navigator, Independence, Oasis, Allure, Quantum, Anthem, Harmony, and Symphony for a total of 52 cruises and never had an issue wearing my shorts on casual nights.

I also don't think 2 bedroom grand suite is worth it.. Like every one explained it doesn't come with drinks package or genie. And fitting 8 people is going to be so tight. Now if you could find the 2 bedroom Aqua Theater suite then go for it! Thats Star Class and includes drink package, specialty dining, Genie the works.. Plus the room is much bigger and suitable to 8 people.. I had a 1 bedroom aqua theater suite and loved it.. I also had a grand suite and I can't imagine trying to fit 8 people in the 2 bedroom grand suite its just not big enough. Of course this is just my opinion and you need to do what you feel is right for you.

Just thought I would share my opinion. I am 32 and I really like celebrity.. Sure its a more relaxed environment but I don't mind.. I find the food to be much better than Royal. I also find the beds more comfortable than Royal.. Also I am a gambler and I like that their casinos are totally NON SMOKING. This really is a plus for me.. They have the old style shows but I am ok with that. I know what I am getting when I go on celebrity. I like to mix it up I like Royal for certain trips and celebrity for certain trips.. But I don't think only old people have to go on it.. True I don't see many children but like I said I am in my early 30's and really enjoy it. I really suggest it for such places like Europe, Alaska, O Canada New England because they are more port intensive so less need for the extras that Royal provides..

You are correct. They don't have hibachi on Anthem.. The area for Izumi on Quantum class ships is so small and in an awkward location in my opinion.

Matt you forgot my fav.. He can also buy a Lotto Ticket lol oh I guess that falls under gamble.. But Still to me for some reason its different. When I was 18 I walked into Publix and bought my first Lotto Ticket lol

I am 32 but an old soul.. I love the 4 seasons been listening to them since I was very little.. Also Jersey Boys is one of my favorite plays.. So not just for seniors lol

I did not see anything like that when I was there however they do offer Tram service..

I am glad these things exist now.. I am 32 years old and I have Asperger syndrome.. I am very verbal and open to talking about it.. But anyway when I was a kid my first cruise was at age 9 and it was very difficult for me.. I was extremely shy and scared of going to the kids program.. In fact I am not so sure back then they would of known what to do with a kid like me.. Now I still have my issues but I am high functioning (Went to a great college program that helped me really come into my own).. Anyway I love cruising but I still have issues especially sensory issues and even at 32 I call the cruise line and explain my issues and they help me anyway they can.. I am always allowed to have separate muster drills (the loud noise really bothers me also don't like to be touched by people so being herded outside like cattle doesn't work for me) But its great to know that they have come leaps and bounds with regards to their children's programming. Just thought I would share my perspective as an adult on the spectrum.

Thats what's upsetting to me about the way Royal Markets Voom.. True Voom is only found on Quantum class, Oasis class, Enchantment and Majesty.. Every other ship doesn't really have voom.. Its frustrating to me that Royal is allowed to call it voom but its the way it is.. Only expect good service on the above mentioned ships..

its kind of a hidden fee.. It literally costs me the same amount of money for me to Uber from my apartment 15 min from port everglades as it does from my apartment to port of Miami which is 45 min from my apartment.. A few years ago Uber was banned here because of all these Taxi companies getting pissed off.. Finally Uber lawyers came and fought it and Uber was reinstated well part of that was they charge more when Ubering either from Ft. Lauderdale airport or port everglades.. Why I don't know but they some how get away with it. It literally costs me $45 to Uber from my apartment to port everglades like I said 15 min away and costs me the same $45 to uber to port of Miami which is 45 min away.. Just something annoying I noticed about Uber but maybe someone who is not from here wouldn't notice that... Like I said it doesn't come up Fee on my receipt.. Also I tested this theory multiple times at different times of day so its not surge pricing its something else..

Yeah sorry the policy is going to be 21.. I am not sure how they handle it when someone is turning 21 on the cruise.. You might have to wait until you get on the ship to find out

Taxi drivers down here scare me lol. Always use Uber or Lyft.

You would need an Uber XL because of luggage.. There is no way to tell you the cost because when you get off the ship Uber is in Surge Mode because so many other people are Ubering so the price goes Way up. Plus Ft. Lauderdale port and airport charge an annoying fee to Uber that Uber passes along.. So is uberring convenient to go to the airport yes is it the cheapest not sure about that.. The airport is literally a 5-7 min drive from the port but you just never know what uber will charge..

Yeah I would change your dinner time if you want to see a show. The shows are usually at either 7:30 or 9:00 to accommodate the people who don't have my time dining.. I would either make your dinners at 6:30 if you want to see the 9:00 show or make your dinners at 8:30 or 9:00 if you want to see the 7:30 show..

I know how to use Uber I use it in different cities but I am not sure if the rates go up just because its Ft. Lauderdale.. I live 15 min away due west in a suburb called plantation.. I recently had some friends come and when they ubered around plantation it was only $5-$10.. Now when they ubered to ft. Lauderdale it was more.. So maybe uber does charge a premium based on where you start from.. I know it also goes by the distance of trip but I guess it could also be on where you start from... I was just in Chicago last month and man let me tell you now those Ubers were expensive lol. we tried to walk as much as possible but one day it was 40 degrees, windy, and rainy and my Florida body couldn't handle it lol so my uber bill for that weekend was quite high lol. But glad your having fun. Now todays the best day! Cruise Day!!

it depends where your going sometimes Uber is cheap sometimes expensive its a total crap shoot down here lol. I could never survive without my car..

Glad you enjoyed dinner.. Yeah in my opinion if people don't mind driving renting a car is the way to go.. Ft. Lauderdale is not a good city for transportation lol. we all rely heavily on our cars. But I totally get you didn't want to drive. I also don't like driving in places I am not familiar with. Glad you are having fun. Cant wait to see some pics from the boat tomorrow.

@mom2mybugs I also like this gastropub called Tap 42.. Its in Ft. Lauderdale and like Tony said I think wherever you pick since we are in summer and not in season you should be ok crowd wise.. Have a great time.

Yup thats the problem the vacated cabin is a 4D like twangster said it has to be done at today's rates..

lol I don't know.. Wayytoo mentioned $92 to upgrade.. I am not sure where she got that figure From. @WAAAYTOOO where did the $92 come from lol?

Agree $92 to upgrade is a great price.. They should of went with this option..

to me it was totally a given lol.. I understand and I wish your friends would of canceled it a better way.. A better way would of been talking to the 4th couple, asking if they want to move, then doing a conference call with the agent so they could call Royal and get the rooms switched before the balcony room went back into general inventory... Its very possible that now that Balcony room is already taken and nothing can be done.. I am sorry you are going through this I totally get why you want one big balcony..

I think they care because they wanted to open their balcony dividers and make one huge balcony..

One of the reasons I like La Bamba is its Half Mexican, Half Spanish.. They have some really great dishes.. I am 32 years old and have been going there since I was 7. The prices have obviously gone up but I don't think the menu has ever changed. Mostly because it doesn't need to. On the weekends its always busy and food is good. Have a great time. Cant wait to keep reading your review.

Honestly I get why you are frustrated and that you are an experienced traveler however, you are not an EXPERIENCED CRUISER. Cruising is a whole different Animal.. Its nothing like airlines or hotels.. One should never use Royal Caribbeans Website to book a cruise.. Their website is horrible but also very confusing for a new cruiser.. I know in this day and age booking online is the way to go but NOT when it comes to cruising on ANY cruise line.. A First time cruiser NEEDS a travel agent who specializes in cruises.. They will be able to guide you in all the ways of cruising. You choose not to do this which is your right but then you shouldn't say Royal was doing a bait and switch. They weren't. you just are unfamiliar with how the cruising industry works.