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I'm sailing on the Liberty in less than 2 weeks! I'm beyond excited- I booked this trip in 2019 shortly after my last cruise.

I need the surf and stream package to help my little one stay in touch with her mom back in Canada- the package is currently 19.99 per device, per day in the cruise planner.

Is it better to book it now or is the diamond discount likely to be a better value?

The last time I sailed I was able to get the voom and deluxe beverage pack and before then I was in the royal suite class, so I haven't had to think hard about booking internet really, ever.

Thanks!

My daughter and I had a connecting room with my parents.

As @Matt said the noise as a result of the connecting room was negligible at best.

1 hour ago, JSB_Z51 said:

There is another Suite deck off the Suite Lounge with seating, don't recall if there are Lounge chairs there though

Thanks-  I was unsure if they had outdoor seating off of the suite lounge like they do on some other classes.

Greetings all-

First time I've sailed on a ship that doesn't have the Royal Suite Class-

I was wondering what perks you can expect for staying in a full suite on the LOS?

I've read the literature- it doesn't give you much info

Is there a suites only sun deck? If yes does it have any shade? Can you access it via elevator? ( My Mom doesn't walk well.)

Any other suite tips, suggestions, or comments you can offer?

It's been over 10 years since I've even stepped foot on a ship of this class- Next August can't come soon enough.

Thanks!

Greetings all-

I've never had an aft balcony on a Freedom class vessel. 

Since the world won't be back to normal enough for me to be able to sail this coming August, I'm postponing my trip to August 2022. 

I'll also be changing from a 1 bedroom grand suite to a 2 bedroom GS.

Does anyone have any experience in these rooms? Are the balconies bigger on deck 8 than they are on deck 9?

Thanks!

1 hour ago, Andrew72681 said:

Did the sign perhaps have a time listed? 

https://www.royalcaribbean.com/cruise-ships/liberty-of-the-seas/things-to-do/suite-lounge

I notice that the suite lounge now lists an age restriction of 21+.. I've never noticed this before. I've had my daughter in the SL different times. Is this something new or just something that's never been enforced?

Just now, Matt said:

The Royal Suite Class is an offering to meant to be closer to suite benefits on land. Smaller ships cannot offer the same level of options (Coastal Kitchen, Royal Genies, etc) so they didnt want to offer those types of perks on those vessels.

I get that. But Freedom and Marnier  but offering internet to those in a full suite or higher doesn't require physical real estate like space for the CK etc..

Can anyone shed any light as to why Voom is not included as a suite perk on smaller ships?

So LOS is supposed to go in for a dry dock in January. Nothing has been said about what there plans are for her.

With the COVID-19 silliness going on there is no telling on even IF she'll go in. I suspect she may need some routine maintenance done but perhaps no big additions? Keep in mind, they spent a truck load on LOS 5 years ago.

My questions for you are what do you think/what would you like to see added to LOS?  It's been 10 years since I last sailed on a Freedom class and now I'm booked for one in August of 2021 and I'm curious to see what ( if any) changes RCI will make.

On 5/26/2020 at 1:37 PM, WAAAYTOOO said:

I think this is an easy way for them to ease crowding in the dining spaces and throw the pax a small bone.  I think they will do this.

I'd be shocked if they ever reverted and went away from the 7.95 service fee for room service.

3 hours ago, WAAAYTOOO said:

Yeah, I expect they will be among the first casualties of the "new normal".  They were already getting pretty scarce.

With a few Star Class sailings under my belt, as well as working as a live sound engineer before I started in law enforcement I've seen my fair share of bridges, galleys, and theatres. Interesting for sure but not a perk I really am shook up about losing.

This may sound petty but in the past few years all of my trips have been on Oasis or Quantum class vessels. They currently have more included dining options available then a Freedom class ship( LOS is slated for dry dock in Jan I think so who knows what, if anything will change). My biggest concern was if I could get room service delivered at no additional charge to help offset the lack of dining venues.

So it's been 10 years since I've sailed on a Freedom Class vessel and never in a suite.

RCI goes to great lengths to publish their suite perks for Oasis and Quantum class ships- not so much for the smaller ones.

What I've been able to gleam so far is this

• Suite lounge access with concierge
• Reserved seats in the theatre/studio B
• Expedited embarkation, disembark and tendering
• Reserved breakfast/lunch location- usually Chops.
• Pressing of formal attire on first formal night.

What am I missing?

Room service for those in a full suite is included at no extra charge,right?

I'm not cruising until May 10th. I will not cancel until May 8th.

5 hours ago, CCR said:

We have 4 kids ages 5-9.  We are anticipating that some/all may be a bit reluctant to let us leave them initially but the odds of that go way down if they would all be able to stay together in the same group (explorers 6-8).  Does anyone have any experience with this and whether they are really strict about putting kids in separate groups based on age or are willing to allow siblings to stay together if close enough to the age range for a particular group? This can’t be the first time it’s been an issue for siblings to be separated in a such a new place with so many new people?  Thanks! 

What ship are you on ? On Oasis they have totally redone the age groups. 6-12 is now one big group that may split into smaller subgroups based on age and/or interest.

1 hour ago, AnnetteJackson said:

But just to clarify on this one.... cause I already had 2 emails about why the ships are still going to Labadee......

This is a level 4 in Haiti for violence... not a level 4 from the CDC because of the virus.

Ya you have nothing to worry about. 

20 hours ago, amille69 said:

Hi

Anyone from Ontario - if you drove to Miami to the cruise ship port, did you take I-75 or I-95?

I take the QEW to the 427 to Toronto Pearson.

I can give you a recommendation of who NOT to use. I had booked 2 star class suites through this guy ( well I technically transferred one to him). For my most recent cruise due to a change in my marital status I had to downgrade from an 2BRATS to a balcony. This guy went ahead and charged my ex-wife's credit card that he apparently still had on file. 

So I sent him an email asking WTF ( i was much more tactful). He sends a screenshot of the initial email he had sent my ex when we booked the cruise 2 years ago and says " perhaps next time make a note in your calendar".

If the mood strikes me to ever take another more affluent journey I sure the hell won't be booking through him.

If you didn't pick up who I'm talking about and want to know drop me a PM.

2 hours ago, LJustin said:

Is this legal for minors to force them to take a temp check?

Why wouldn't it be?

Their ship. Their rules. If you don't want your child to have their temperature taken then make sure you take lots of pictures because your child won't be allowed to board.

On 3/4/2020 at 2:25 AM, KristiZ said:

It depends on the ship. Only Oasis and (some) Quantum class come with Voom. All ships will have either a suite lounge or a concierge lounge, where select beverages are complimentary during set hours (430pm to 8pm, give or take 30 minutes). Room service will be free, and you will be able to order from the Main Dining Room menu for room service (during meal times).

A GS stateroom is an excellent size, usually with an actual tub in the bathroom. You will also have upgraded bath amenities (shampoo, lotion, soap). There will be robes for use onboard. There will likely be a suite welcome/cocktail party with ship officers in attendance; you will get an invitation in your cabin. Also, depending on the ship you may be offered a free behind the scenes entertainment tour or bridge tour.

I'm probably forgetting something, but I'm sure others will chime in!

On Oasis class ships you get select beers and house wines from 11a-11p in the Suite Lounge.

The most alarming thing is that it takes a pandemic to get people to wash their hands.

Johnny Rockets is just fine.

Not great. Not awful. But fine. 

In the just over 10 years I've been cruising, the cost has more than doubled. 

The quality of the food and the experience has not increased to commensurate with the price increase.

What really grinds my gear is how a competing line has an authentic gourmet burger joint that is included with the cruise fare and by all accounts from those who have tried both is SIGNIFICANTLY better than Johnny Rockets...

12 hours ago, Matt said:

If you enjoy 80s music, you'll love this show.

That's what you said in the Podcast- Imma hold you to that.

I keep checking back every few hours to see if entertainment bookings have opened up yet.

I'm a big fan of all previous aqua shows but this one sounds like I might actually enjoy the soundtrack, too. If the aqua show doesn't live up to my expectations it is @Matt's fault.

On 2/1/2020 at 8:23 AM, RCIfan1912 said:

You know that crazy feeling of booking a cruise and then the build up each day of that excitement as you get closer each day. We hit 99 days today and now its getting real! I love that excitement. Our 6 year old son reads the new number almost every day. We will make our final payment in about 8 days and then we can register everyone. Print out cruise tickets and luggage tags. God this is just the best! Now to book another one for 2021 so that feeling never goes away. 

I'm on that sailing as well.

My then 6 year old, my folks, my brother and sister in law, and my 2 aunts. 4 cabins in all.