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Hello, I have two questions. 1) We are going on a cruise in May and I am a member of the traveling group that is Autistic. I called the disabilities desk at Royal and they said that early/priority (not sure the proper term) would be available. However, when I went to go check in just now, the earliest boarding time is 1-1:30PM. I know this is quite late into the boarding process and we still have 43 days to go so I didn't think that I checked in late. But I was wondering why the early boarding option was not made on my account? Do I need to call again or was there a misunderstanding? Hoping to board as early as they open to avoid the issues at the port. We have traveled before almost 9 years ago and it was so bad at the port because we didn't know about the early boarding royal offers. What do I need to do to make sure we can board early and not have an issue? 2) The muster drill: so this was another major issue when we did the cruise. I understand it's a legal requirement and certainly not trying to get out of it, but is there a different location for those with sensory needs? The last time it was such a massive group with everyone crowding that there was a complete meltdown. Really trying to avoid that again. I absolutely love boats and going on a cruise but I am so afraid of another public meltdown that anything I can learn since I am now aware that Royal does somethings might help. Thank you in advance, Waffles

Has anyone had experience with Adventure Ocean making accommodations for kids with disabilities? My family is cruising this summer. Our daughter is intellectually disabled. She is an adult but fits in nicely, both socially and intellectually, with kids who are in the 6-8ish year old range. Does anyone know if RCCL will allow her to participate in Adventure Ocean activities with younger children? Thanks.