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Here's Matt's article this morning on the announcement...
Royal Caribbean announces order for new Oasis Class ship | Royal Caribbean Blog

I wouldn't expect the parent group to order nothing in 2027, but that may be a year to order for Celebrity (Xcel in 2025 is their last) or Silversea (Silver Ray this year is their last order).  Or they could just think they will need a break.  They generally take delivery of 2-3 ships a year.  Last year was 3, and then 3 this year (including TUI), 3 next year (including TUI), and 2 in 2026 (including TUI).  

We use Allianz all trips premier. We increase cancellation coverage to $10k to cover the “bucket list” cruise for that year. 
 
Annual covers any trip over 100 miles from home. 
 
I generally start the policy the day we leave the house. Although I’ll be renewing back to back years since we’re trying to knock out the bucket list

I'd start it the date you leave your house. 

We too use Allianz. Haven't had to use it, but it's peace of mind having it. 
We are now cruising 3 times per year, and with the upcoming "Alaska Extravaganza" I am really glad we have it. 

You absolutely need travel insurance with med evac coverage! For example,  I had a coworker that was mugged in Tianimin Square in China. He couldn't get medical attention without repaying. Then a medical evac to the US was $180,000 USD. 
I use Allianz. An annual policy is reasonable, but I've never had to make a claim so I can't really comment on how good they are in that department. 

We use Matt Hoffman who has a YouTube channel, Hoffman travels and he has been absolutely amazing. This guy or his assistant answers emails within minutes. He was sailing on Icon and changed the cabin we are in on Liberty in October. His assistant responded, then he responded and we upgraded to a bigger cabin. 
There are lots of great ones out there in sure. 

That ALONE makes your TA worth the extra steps/e-mails. 
With the exception of the COVID shutdown, I haven't had problems. But it's nice to know there's someone I can call if things get craptastic.

Unless this is some elaborate trip overseas with a huge group and a lot of coordination with flights, cruises, etc....I would just use any competent one with good reviews that gives you the best deal. This is booking a cruise, not brain surgery. Things like linking reservations and looking up a C&A number is pretty baseline competency that anyone should be able to do.
I only use a TA to get the best possible rates. They don't really do anything beyond that for me. 

We went on it once during a 70's party on the promenade just to get a different view and they actually stopped it at its midpoint and stayed there overlooking the promenade for quite some time.

Hello, everybody! 

We just booked this cruise and I'm really looking forward to trying a Voyager class ship. I have not been to Labadee since 2015 and I'm curious about any changes that have been made since then. Also, it occurs to me that it will be St Patrick's Day when we arrive...

Underrated, but crucial advice! And not just for cruising . . .  😉 

Underrated, but crucial advice! And not just for cruising . . .  😉 

You may have to work with a couple of different TAs before you find a person who's a good fit for you. That said, add my vote for MEI. We've been working with @michelle from MEI since 2019, and she's great. She helped us navigate the ups and downs of having an Alaska cruise get cancelled/rescheduled/cancelled due to the pandemic in 2020/2021. 

For this cruise "midnight" is only 10pm for me so I had my slot by 10:02.

Happy Check-In Day to those who celebrate

This is why I love this blog and message board. I just checked in for a March 2024 cruise on Adventure and couldn't figure out why "Choice" was on my SetSail pass. And here's the answer from 2019. 

Underrated, but crucial advice! And not just for cruising . . .  😉 

This is why I love this blog and message board. I just checked in for a March 2024 cruise on Adventure and couldn't figure out why "Choice" was on my SetSail pass. And here's the answer from 2019. 

Underrated, but crucial advice! And not just for cruising . . .  😉 

You may have to work with a couple of different TAs before you find a person who's a good fit for you. That said, add my vote for MEI. We've been working with @michelle from MEI since 2019, and she's great. She helped us navigate the ups and downs of having an Alaska cruise get cancelled/rescheduled/cancelled due to the pandemic in 2020/2021. 

MEI gets yet another vote from a very happy customer

MANY of us use M.E.I. Travel.  They are a sponsor of this website, but they are an amazing team.  You can fill out the yellow form on the main page of www.royalcaribbeanblog.com and someone will get back to you!

nothing will happen if you arrive after your time, I don't think they are even enforcing if you arrive early any longer. Just don't miss the boat 😃

This is what we did, too.  We "turned" on the first leg of our B2B and were able to enjoy the Pinn perks on the second leg.  The Loyalty Ambassador (Ro, Mariner) could not have been more helpful.  I hope you have a wonderful LA to help you through it, too.