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Well,  if everything I've read so far from everyone, is point on. I'm sure this will only be the beginning for us on RCCL!

Well,  if everything I've read so far from everyone, is point on. I'm sure this will only be the beginning for us on RCCL!

I am also a first time cruiser, so I can totally relate to your excitement! This will be a 27th anniversary present for my wife and I in Oct. I'm busting at the seams, as it is a surprise, and I haven't told her yet, so I have to keep it all inside! I'll be excited to hear about your experience and gain any first time tips you might have. Happy cruising!

Ok, I'll try. I have to start to see the big picture and not always be concerned with the small things. What's the old saying, "Don't sweat the small stuff." I have to focus on just being sometimes. And sometimes that's enough. Thanks.

I'm planning on wearing my US Army Dress Blue uniform with a black bow tie.  Or just a jacket and tie.  Depends on my mood.
 
A lot of high end restaurants in Manhattan still have loaner ties and jacketds for people who do not meet the dress code - usually something really out-of-date for the current fashion.  Do any of the boats do this?

​My son and I are wearing our kilts, complete with dress Argyle jackets and plaid fly

I need help. I know I'm an over planner, but I can't seem to help it. I once told my wife and kids on a Disney trip that there was "no time for pictures." It has become a source of humor since then. Does anybody else have this problem? Any suggestions? I want everything to be perfect, since this is a surprise anniversary cruise for my wife.

I am also a first time cruiser, so I can totally relate to your excitement! This will be a 27th anniversary present for my wife and I in Oct. I'm busting at the seams, as it is a surprise, and I haven't told her yet, so I have to keep it all inside! I'll be excited to hear about your experience and gain any first time tips you might have. Happy cruising!

Sorry, jl.
 
It's my birthday week and I wanted to really enjoy myself and my dozen or so friends...

Anywhere to get candy, like truffles, fudge, and the like included in your complimentary dining? If not free, anywhere on board to purchase candy? Not out of a box though. Thanks

Being a first time cruiser myself, I chose the dining and drink packages for the same reason as DocLC. Having everything pre-paid and "included" seems to be a good way to just sit back and relax, without having to be worried about the costs.

Being a first time cruiser myself, I chose the dining and drink packages for the same reason as DocLC. Having everything pre-paid and "included" seems to be a good way to just sit back and relax, without having to be worried about the costs.

I guess the good thing about a cruise is that if you don't like something, you can always get something else! Also if I understand correctly, if you really like something, you can always get another! Thanks

I guess the good thing about a cruise is that if you don't like something, you can always get something else! Also if I understand correctly, if you really like something, you can always get another! Thanks

$10 last week ... one pull , won $10, called it a night ;)