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Referring specifically to non-Hibachi variety of Izumi: I noticed Vision of the Seas has an Izumi, as does Anthem. I had the spicy miso ramen on Anthem and it was divine. I'll be on Vision in Feb and Apr 2018, in theory should that Izumi also offer it? I downloaded the menu from RC's website but didn't see it on there, but I also didn't see an indication that it was Vision-specific. The menu I downloaded for Anthem's Izumi said it had hot rock stuff, but when I went there they didn't have them... so, not sure how accurate the download menus are... Is each ship's Izumi unique, or do all Izumi's offer the same food options?

I thought you all might find this interesting, and I'd love your thoughts on the following. I sent this in to Royal per my survey after my cruise on Anthem to Bermuda: a.) Although not a significant demographic, I would have preferred to see more activities geared toward solo cruisers. Since Anthem of the Seas has dedicated studio balcony rooms, there should be more than just a single lunch at the Bionic Bar to encourage solo cruisers to meet and mingle. b.) Cell phone reception at Cape Liberty was minimal to non-existant, so while waiting more than an hour to get on the ship, it would have been nice to have complimentary wireless internet available while in the terminal. c.) Except for dining in the Windjammer, whenever I had a waiter waiting on me, they would always interrogate me as to why I had food left on my plate when I was finished with my meal. I'd had stomach surgery, so I no longer have the option to eat the same amount as any normal person. I decided to this for the betterment of my life (I've lost over 115 lbs so far), so I chose to be happier and healthier rather than be able to stuff myself. Crew should be more sensitive to that, and if a passenger says they are finished do not ask again. It made for some very uncomfortable situations, especially with a server named Jerick in Silk, when he told me I could eat anything I wanted because "He has a big kitchen." - I've been a big person my entire life (weighing almost 400 lbs at my worst, I'm down to 231 now and am feeling so much better as a result.) - I've been able to experience things I never thought I could do (like rock climb, which I did on Majesty of the Seas), and ride the Flowrider and successfully be able to fit into the Scuba Gear for the Try Dive while on Anthem. I am used to people making comments, but I shouldn't have to deal with or hear things like that when I'm on a vacation. I'm just going to dinner to order what I want and enjoy it, not have to explain my situation to someone or listen to whatever their commentary is on how big the kitchen is. Statements like that are just unnecessary and inappropriate. I know a big part of going on cruises is enjoying foods one may not be accustomed to eating, but food is not the only be-all/end-all part of a cruise experience that keeps me coming back, especially to Royal Caribbean. It would be nice to see crew be more attentive to and respectful of people when they're done eating. Even if they take one bite of their food and say they're done, we've all paid the same price for our cruise an we should be able to eat as much, or as little as we choose. d.) The Anthem of the Seas is a beautiful ship, but it felt extremely overcrowded at times, especially in the Windjammer during lunch. The crew all did well with managing the large flows of people, but with the maximum occupancy being close to 5,000 (per Wikipedia), that's just far too much. The sailing I was on was sold out and the ship was at capacity, and it showed. The ship's top capacity should not exceed 4500, with 3800-3900 being the top end at double occupancy respectively. This would ease the flows of foot traffic getting around, ease the waiting time on elevators, make finding seats at shows just a bit easier, ultimately just making the overall cruise experience better for everyone onboard.

I'm very much looking forward to my cruise on Anthem of the Seas coming up in 7 DAYS! I'm going to be posting live blogs from my website, but I'll also link to the posts here as well. I just did a periscope about the tech I'll be bringing with me. Very excited, and looking forward to doing periscopes and live blogs from the beautiful island of Bermuda, and wonderful Anthem of the Seas!

A group of friends and I just booked the Royal Loft Suite on Anthem for a 9-night Bermuda and Caribbean sailing next summer! I just had to share my excitement with someone(s)!!! Has anyone stayed in this suite before? Any tips? Tricks? Creative requests for the Genie??

I was wondering what everyone's thoughts were on the elimination of Dynamic Dining on the Anthem of the Seas effective with the November 27, 2016 sailing. The deck four restaurants, American Icon and Silk, will become MTD, with a single check-in station in the hallway, and guests will be sorted to one or the other depending on availability. The deck three restaurants, Grande and Chic, will become standard first or second seating with assigned tables. The venues will remain the same physically, but the menus at all four will be the same. Apparently, the changes will start showing up in Cruise Planner in the next few weeks for sailings on or after November 27, 2016.

We are going on the Anthem of the Seas November 27, 2016 cruise. We have started a face book page to get to know everyone before the cruise departs. If you would like to join and chat with all of us, please feel free to follow this link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/475392709336924/?ref=aymt_homepage_panel Hope to talk to everyone soon Nicole and Barry

Frommer's took some great photos of Anthem. I though I'd share: http://www.frommers.com/slideshows/848070-royal-caribbean-s-anthem-of-the-seas-a-photo-tour

Hi Guys Sailed from Southampton with Anthem of The Seas for a 14 night 'sunshine in the canaries' Cruise. I vlogged my whole experience and have started uploading the footage onto YouTube. This is because before i left to go i was eager to find out as much information as possible in order to have the best holiday. My vlogs (Video Logs) will hopefully answer any questions if not please comment below. I plan on uploaded my whole cruise experience in small videos over the course of the next couple of months, if there is anything you would like to see or any partial reviews please comment underneath one of the videos and it will give me ideas on what order to upload or what to upload next. For example you may be interested in the Dynamic dining, poolside, excursions etc. Here is the link to our first impressions of the boat: We also vlogged our first visit to the bionic bar- which is amazing!! find this here: We also have vlogged our day 1 which was in v=Vigo Spain and i am currently uploading our second stop off which was Lisbon, Portugal, Hope you enjoy watching!! Please subscribe to keep up to date with the rest of our cruise vlogs and i will also upload a general Anthem of the Seas review!! Thanks guys happy cruising !!

I was reading some posts on the internet (a reputable source of information if I've ever seen one) and some people think Anthem will go to UK when she is ready. Anyone heard anything?

Hey, for those of you who are interested: Anthem of the Seas arrived at the Columbus Cruise Center in Bremerhaven, Germany last night. :) I got to catch it on camera, eventhough it was a little bit dark ;) This is the video link: https://www.youtube....h?v=5Y8w51bcU2s Hopefully I can film again within the next days and upload some nice pictures :) Greetings from Germany

Anybody have any idea if this is true, a lot of speculation on other boards, http://www.scunthorpetelegraph.co.uk/Musician-lands-dream-job-cruise-ship/story-26268255-detail/story.html I am booked on the 6th May 16 day sailing & we unfortunately don't have the option to book "The Gift" but it is open for booking on the next cruise. This article was spotted by a sharp eyed person & I have checked out the actual website & it seems authentic. Can anybody confirm? Many thanks Donna

Anthem of the Seas had her keel laying ceremony today.