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Going to tag @AshleyDillo. It's been a while, but I recall her saying something about noise bleed from the Music Hall, I just don't remember where.

I inquired about this too as I had assumed that it would be similar to the ATS on oasis class, the higher you go, the smaller the square footage. Anyway, someone pointed out to me that on “cruise deck plans” it actually shows that the ones one Deck 10 are larger. 795sq. ft. vs. 840 sq. ft. Balcony shows the same size. Others in another group also confirmed that the ones on deck 10 are slightly larger.

Just a warning, I have heard from many others that the GLS on Deck 8 can be very noisy due to the noise from 270 below. I had one booked too on Deck 8 but there were so many warnings telling me to move it that I ended up moving to Deck 10 instead.

So true! This is exactly why I use a TA as well.

There are a few good blogs by members here on each of those suites. Have a look through them. It might help with your decision. I personally agree with @WAAAYTOOO. For the jump in price of the OLS, it is not worth it to me. OLS blogs: https://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/boards/index.php?/topic/12964-anthem-of-the-seas-june-6-9-night-bermuda-ol-8720-sc/&tab=comments#comment-125791 https://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/boards/index.php?/topic/17031-anthem-11-night-southern-caribbean-jan-27-feb-7-2020-a-star-class-super-bowl/ GLS blogs: https://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/boards/index.php?/topic/19194-anthem-of-the-seas-3820-–-31520-star-class-cruise/&tab=comments#comment-198092 https://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/boards/index.php?/topic/16651-first-time-star-class-8-night-holiday-bahamas-cruise-anthem-122019/&tab=comments#comment-169963 https://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/boards/index.php?/topic/12259-keepin-it-star-classy-anthem-edition/&tab=comments#comment-117844 https://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/boards/index.php?/topic/11273-back-2-back-star-class-cruises-the-short-version/

In writing, it always says non-transferable and only one FCC can be applied per person, per sailing. However, I honestly think that the more time that goes on, the more flexibility and grey areas there are to using the FCCs. A lot of it is going to come down to YMMV, who you speak with, what day you call, and even what time of the day you call. Best bet is to try and get them to transfer it, and if that doesn’t work try again another time with another agent. You never know.

I agree. I have lost several SC sailings myself and am trying to find a way to use them up. Time will tell. I am thinking that they have to do something at some point with the FCC expiration or the ability to stack them. They have now extended into 2021 so time will tell.

The rule has always been (even pre-covid) that you can only apply one set of FCCs per sailing.

Yes, we do this every time. I get the Deluxe and Hubby gets the Refreshment. But you have to call them. You cannot do this online. Or if you have kids with you, then you can separate you and your husband and book connecting cabins like @ericfromripp suggested. One with each kid, and then he doesn't have to purchase any package at all if he doesn't want to.

I have a feeling other things may impact that one. Hence, Plan B.

The family likes the Norway option so Anthem to Norway it is in 2022! ? Thanks again for the input.

Yes. If you choose non-refundable, you lose $100pp and the remainder comes back as an FCC. This is the regular policy, not CWC. With CWC, you get your entire non-refundable deposit back as FCC. But there is not telling how long CWC will last for.

At the moment, I don’t think you can L&S past April 2022.

Good to know! Thank you. I always value your opinion especially when it comes to Europe itineraries. If you see any other Europe ones (from July - August 2022) that catch your eye let me know. I am still pretty undecided at the moment.

That is my thinking as well...which one out of the two caught your eye?

Anthem to the Fjords, couldn't decide on cabins so grabbed several choices. Brilliance 08/14/2022 Greek Isles, again cabin undecided so grabbed two options. Anthem 14 night Med "Beaches" two cabin options again. Not done yet. Have not even had a chance to look closely and analyze. Might not be done yet lol.

Ugh! I have 5 holds down already! Each offering a bit of something that we want. It’s going to be hard to decide. There is not one single sailing that stands out and has all the check points that we want. ?

He knows what is acceptable when cruising. ?

Just curious, who is your Genie? Wondering who they have called back for these test sailings.

Same survey as before. The Elon Musk question is re-worded. It used to be if you were on a deserted island, what 3 things would you bring with you.

I second that one! That might actually make it slightly tolerable. ?

Just saw some pics posted by the Singapore Cruise Society in the main theater and the Star Class banners are out on the chairs in the front row. So they are definitely running this program on board. Likely the Genies are just running behind schedule.

Actually, @Matt is covering it along with the Singapore Cruise Society as well. ? https://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/2020/12/01/first-look-royal-caribbean-cruise-ship-begins-sailing-again-singapore?fbclid=IwAR1DUbw-BOlXTAuSEY7H0_kktQdhHFWvR4OKPWBl7_NmDSSQoHUbDqu7NCE

For that pricing, it is most definitely worth the extra!

Benefits are Sky class benefits. There are no differences in benefits from one Sky class suite to another. The differences are in other factors such as the exclusivity of Deck 17. The “Wow” factor of the loft, two separate washrooms (which other Sky class suites do not have), close proximity to the suite lounge and CK. Whether it is “worth it” or not is totally subjective. Personally, I say yes, because I know the type of cruiser I am and I value those things I listed above. Not everyone finds value in that and so to them it might not be worth it.