Lovetocruise2002 Posted March 10, 2019 Author Report Share Posted March 10, 2019 Backtracking to boarding: This was super fast! Lyft dropped us off at the suites door as there was no star class sign outside. Thank goodness I have heard from lots of people what to do in this case. As soon as we got out of the Lyft, a porter tried to take our luggage. I felt like @WAAAYTOOO in that moment...”No! Don’t take my luggage. I am Star Class! My luggage stays with me!” Seriously, that is exactly what happened! So anyway, that porter got another porter with a small trolley (just like Araceli said) and he introduced himself as our star class porter. From here, our luggage went with us inside the terminal and there we were met by a pier assistance person who had a manifest of star class guests. He called Araceli as we checked in. Luggage went with us through security and then we went to a private check in counter. Our star class porter at this point took our luggage up to suite and we went upstairs to meet Araceli. There is a separate Star class waiting area at T18 that is different from the Suites/Pinnacle area: Because of delayed boarding, we had to wait here for a bit. Araceli met us here and chatted with us for almost 1/2h. Never once did she look like she needed to be elsewhere even though she probably did. As soon as they announced that we could board, off we went. Very fast and painless process. Off to dinner...guess where? It’s night 1 SpeedNoodles, The Cruise Junkie, JLMoran and 4 others 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted March 10, 2019 Author Report Share Posted March 10, 2019 Sail away: Sail away today was out on our balcony. There was no doubt where we would be. Araceli arranged for some snack to be delivered after muster drill: There was also a Starbucks delivery for D12 but she got to it before I could take a photo. ellcee, The Cruise Junkie, Skigoofy and 1 other 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAAAYTOOO Posted March 11, 2019 Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 Are you even going to be able to eat dinner ? I’m stuffed just looking at what you’ve [the fam] already consumed today ! I can empathize ! Lovetocruise2002, tdiedrich and JLMoran 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted March 11, 2019 Author Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 Dinner Night 1: If you know me well, you will know that I am #teamCK and that I love the filet there. So that is how we spent our first night of course...with a little something extra from Chops Caesar salad: Mushroom soup (from Chops): Pork Belly: Spicy Jumbo shrimp (from Chops): Filet Mignon Rigatoni: We skipped dessert tonight. Way too full bellemiche, spiralqueen, Guy Gadwa and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted March 11, 2019 Author Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 2 minutes ago, WAAAYTOOO said: Are you even going to be able to eat dinner ? I’m stuffed just looking at what you’ve [the fam] already consumed today ! I can empathize ! It was really hard!!! I was so sad that I couldn’t finish my filet! tdiedrich and JLMoran 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted March 11, 2019 Author Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 Right now: SpeedNoodles and Cruising to Retirement! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGTLH Posted March 11, 2019 Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 30 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: It was really hard!!! I was so sad that I couldn’t finish my filet! The mixed blessings of Star class. Sometimes I'm saddened by not requesting the snacks or getting random surprises. Then the flip side occured when something was requested, way too stuffed for an actual meal. Wound up finding the sweet spot being that post show sweet spotn AKA late night snack. Normally last order time for the speciality venues. Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAAAYTOOO Posted March 11, 2019 Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 40 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: It was really hard!!! I was so sad that I couldn’t finish my filet! Cream of Mushroom Soup ! I’m so envious ! I too love the CK filet even though I am not a huge steak eater. It’s not a good sign when you’re already suffering from food fatigue on day 1 !!! So happy you are having a good time. What do the girls think ? Why don’t we have any suite pix yet ? pepperandchips, Lovetocruise2002, SpeedNoodles and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted March 11, 2019 Author Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 Ok where do I start? Today has felt like a really busy day even though it is Star Class and we really didn’t have to plan anything. Kind of strange. We ended the night off with Grease and decided to call it a night after that. Cabin pics coming in a bit as soon as I go through them. It’s going to be a huge photo dump SpeedNoodles and ellcee 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted March 11, 2019 Author Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 Cabin Tour! ”When I fall in love, it will be forever...” There are 2 Star Loft suites on Oasis class ships. The configuration is different in both. One faces the flow rider and mini golf area, we have 1722 which faces the water. Lower Level: Lower level bathroom: Upper floor: Balcony: Room scope: https://www.pscp.tv/w/b1XXsTF4TlFhYVJPT2V3UWJ8MU93eFdPVlhEZE54UW6KePUSABc-SqHnaAMuOPVLCaK1YASRNRVD9Sl0ONVs Guy Gadwa, ellcee, twangster and 6 others 4 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedNoodles Posted March 11, 2019 Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 Oh my gosh, how beautiful! You must feel like a princess! And here i am just trying to justify trying to fanagle a JS or GS someday - but I'm VERY happy for you and am really enjoying following along! I like the little desk cubbies (odd thing to pick out probably). The windows are amazing! Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minicruiser Posted March 11, 2019 Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 Love, love, loving this live blog. New to Royal, but have cruised Disney 3 times. 4 kids are older now and time for a change. We sail on Symphony in the 2 bedroom ATS on 3/30 along with my 2 nieces. Your blog has been soooo informative for planning as I’m a super planner! Haven’t heard from our genie yet which is making me nervous, but we just upgraded to the ATS from Sky class about 3 weeks ago. I’m hoping this week. In the meantime, I’m enjoying following along on your trip!! Lovetocruise2002 and SpeedNoodles 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted March 11, 2019 Author Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 8 hours ago, SpeedNoodles said: Oh my gosh, how beautiful! You must feel like a princess! And here i am just trying to justify trying to fanagle a JS or GS someday - but I'm VERY happy for you and am really enjoying following along! I like the little desk cubbies (odd thing to pick out probably). The windows are amazing! Beautiful...most definitely. Princess, yes. The two kids down below definitely takes a bit away from the dream 1 hour ago, Minicruiser said: Love, love, loving this live blog. New to Royal, but have cruised Disney 3 times. 4 kids are older now and time for a change. We sail on Symphony in the 2 bedroom ATS on 3/30 along with my 2 nieces. Your blog has been soooo informative for planning as I’m a super planner! Haven’t heard from our genie yet which is making me nervous, but we just upgraded to the ATS from Sky class about 3 weeks ago. I’m hoping this week. In the meantime, I’m enjoying following along on your trip!! We’ve also done DCL three times. IMO, it doesn’t compare to Royal. Especially not if you are comparing the DCL concierge vs. Star class experience. Royal wins hands down. I’m trying to include as much of the star class/Genie experience as possible in this blog but let me know if there is something specific that you wanted me to find out SpeedNoodles and Minicruiser 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted March 11, 2019 Author Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 Day 2 At Sea: Beautiful morning this morning as I sit here alone (just the way I like it ) in the suite lounge/CK. Hubby and kids are still fast asleep. Breakfast for one this morning consisted of the French Toast that has occupied my thoughts for a while now. Starting off light and trying to not make the same mistake as yesterday. CK breakfast menu. This doesn’t change throughout the cruise. Today we have a couple of activities planned. There is the CC meet and mingle, then we are going to head over to the C&A party. After that we are going to have a mini cabin crawl with a few friends from the FB group. This afternoon our Genie booked us a private escape room session (complimentary for star class) and tonight is formal night. Going to be another busy day The Cruise Junkie, twangster, ellcee and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Floski Posted March 11, 2019 Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 15 hours ago, twangster said: I finally got a picture of @Lovetocruise2002!!! Yep - I see her!!!! She's the one in the sweater! Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellcee Posted March 11, 2019 Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 OMG! How will you ever sail again in a "plain" balcony room?! This looks amazing!!! Lovetocruise2002 and SpeedNoodles 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted March 11, 2019 Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 6 minutes ago, Floski said: Yep - I see her!!!! She's the one in the sweater! That’s not just a sweater, that’s a Lulu. The Cruise Junkie, Floski, Lovetocruise2002 and 1 other 1 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted March 11, 2019 Author Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 Current situation: Why can’t every Monday begin like this? The Cruise Junkie, twangster, ellcee and 8 others 9 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linda216 Posted March 11, 2019 Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 Following! Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAAAYTOOO Posted March 11, 2019 Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 Is Araceli doing food and beverages for your cabin crawl ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted March 11, 2019 Author Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 Morning check in: https://www.pscp.tv/w/b1ZbETF4TlFhYVJPT2V3UWJ8MXlvSk1qV2RnUmV4URzNkmXBuu90tqTt-Eo5cBjm4tAmQIDc4vNqc1Y1JkHV Off to the meet and mingle now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boston Babe Posted March 11, 2019 Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 Oh god girlfriend, you are NOT going to be able to go back to a laymans cabin after this! I am so happy for you, it really is like a dream come true!! ellcee and Lovetocruise2002 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Traveler Posted March 11, 2019 Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 43 minutes ago, ellcee said: OMG! How will you ever sail again in a "plain" balcony room?! This looks amazing!!! Well , this question should only be asked by the end of the cruise for now we should let her enjoy without thinking whats next Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted March 11, 2019 Author Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 Meet & Mingle: Jazz on 4 with Daniel the AM. Funny guy. I won!! First time! Not sure what to do with this?? ellcee, JLMoran, The Cruise Junkie and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minicruiser Posted March 11, 2019 Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 1 hour ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: Beautiful...most definitely. Princess, yes. The two kids down below definitely takes a bit away from the dream We’ve also done DCL three times. IMO, it doesn’t compare to Royal. Especially not if you are comparing the DCL concierge vs. Star class experience. Royal wins hands down. I’m trying to include as much of the star class/Genie experience as possible in this blog but let me know if there is something specific that you wanted me to find out We did Disney concierge on our last cruise and were hooked! We knew we were ruined...lol. From the description, Star class seems way better. Can’t wait! Nothing super specific I’m looking for other than that we are traveling with some other families not in Star and wondering how that will work. Hoping it’s not too awkward. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted March 11, 2019 Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 Sounds like so far it is the sum of all excitement you had for this sailing. Enjoying the Monday distraction! Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAAAYTOOO Posted March 11, 2019 Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 1 hour ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: I won!! First time! Not sure what to do with this?? At least you didn't win the Loser's Pack ! The Cruise Junkie, Lovetocruise2002 and JLMoran 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAAAYTOOO Posted March 11, 2019 Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 49 minutes ago, Minicruiser said: traveling with some other families not in Star and wondering how that will work. Hoping it’s not too awkward. Depending on how many people we are talking about AND your Genie, it can work out just fine. On 2 of our 6 Star Class cruises, we have cruised with "others". One of the things that is included in your introductory email from the Genie is a line that tells you that your SC amenities are available ONLY to those persons traveling in SC. I have no doubt that they mean it....BUT both times that I have been on a SC cruise with friends, the Genie did their very BEST to include them whenever they could. For instance...when we went to dinner, the Genies both always made the reservations for the entire group. Of course, those not in SC had to pay for their meals, but the Genies never balked at making reservations for everyone. Also, when it came time to reserve seats for the entertainment events, they were also always included. Now granted, on the first "friends" cruise, there were only 2 of the 6 of us that were not SC so it was fairly easy to include these 2 others...and on the second such cruise, there was only 1 person who was not SC. Does your Genie have a right to say "no". Absolutely. Will they ? Hard to say. As long as you are not asking to have them join you in the Suites Lounge (we NEVER did that) or partake in any freebie food or drinks, I doubt they will say no. If it is a very large group, then the Genie would probably have to decline to include them all. I have found that it was helpful to forewarn the Genies that you have some additional people who may be joining you for some events. It's easier that way than to spring it on them at the last minute. Lovetocruise2002, MamaShark and Minicruiser 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Traveler Posted March 11, 2019 Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 1 hour ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: I won!! First time! Not sure what to do with this?? I Guess you just need to go to one of the regular bingo sessions that happens everyday , you will get a package of regular and maybe electronic cars. We did it once , it takes around 1 hour , can be fun but we never done it again (I think the price of the tickets are too much for what you are getting). Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiny260 Posted March 11, 2019 Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 11 hours ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: Cabin Tour! ”When I fall in love, it will be forever...” There are 2 Star Loft suites on Oasis class ships. The configuration is different in both. One faces the flow rider and mini golf area, we have 1722 which faces the water. Lower Level: Lower level bathroom: Upper floor: Balcony: Room scope: https://www.pscp.tv/w/b1XXsTF4TlFhYVJPT2V3UWJ8MU93eFdPVlhEZE54UW6KePUSABc-SqHnaAMuOPVLCaK1YASRNRVD9Sl0ONVs This looks strangely familiar, can't figure out where I've seen this before? I remember, on Allure in January. There are a few small differences, but basically the same. WAAAYTOOO, Lovetocruise2002 and MamaShark 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dogmom Posted March 11, 2019 Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 32 minutes ago, WAAAYTOOO said: Depending on how many people we are talking about AND your Genie, it can work out just fine. On 2 of our 6 Star Class cruises, we have cruised with "others". One of the things that is included in your introductory email from the Genie is a line that tells you that your SC amenities are available ONLY to those persons traveling in SC. I have no doubt that they mean it....BUT both times that I have been on a SC cruise with friends, the Genie did their very BEST to include them whenever they could. For instance...when we went to dinner, the Genies both always made the reservations for the entire group. Of course, those not in SC had to pay for their meals, but the Genies never balked at making reservations for everyone. Also, when it came time to reserve seats for the entertainment events, they were also always included. Now granted, on the first "friends" cruise, there were only 2 of the 6 of us that were not SC so it was fairly easy to include these 2 others...and on the second such cruise, there was only 1 person who was not SC. Does your Genie have a right to say "no". Absolutely. Will they ? Hard to say. As long as you are not asking to have them join you in the Suites Lounge (we NEVER did that) or partake in any freebie food or drinks, I doubt they will say no. If it is a very large group, then the Genie would probably have to decline to include them all. I have found that it was helpful to forewarn the Genies that you have some additional people who may be joining you for some events. It's easier that way than to spring it on them at the last minute. We had the same experience with others not in Star class. Our Genie always said hi to them when he saw them around the ship without us, asked them is they needed anything and if they wanted to be included in some of the stuff he had planned for us. The 2 not in star class were our son and his girlfriend so it was ok for him to always include them without asking us first. MamaShark, Minicruiser and WAAAYTOOO 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted March 11, 2019 Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 2 hours ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: JLMoran, tiny260, twangster and 6 others 1 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted March 11, 2019 Author Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 2 hours ago, WAAAYTOOO said: Is Araceli doing food and beverages for your cabin crawl ? No. It was just @bellemiche and another family. Very informal. 2 hours ago, Boston Babe said: Oh god girlfriend, you are NOT going to be able to go back to a laymans cabin after this! I am so happy for you, it really is like a dream come true!! Trying to have that discussion with Hubby right now 1 hour ago, Minicruiser said: We did Disney concierge on our last cruise and were hooked! We knew we were ruined...lol. From the description, Star class seems way better. Can’t wait! Nothing super specific I’m looking for other than that we are traveling with some other families not in Star and wondering how that will work. Hoping it’s not too awkward. Star class is way better. The benefits far exceed DCL concierge benefits. And about travelling with non-SC guest..see what @WAAAYTOOO described above. That is the general consensus from what I know. It is also dependent on your Genie. bellemiche and Minicruiser 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted March 11, 2019 Author Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 C&A Party: Top cruiser had 1000 something points on this sailing. I don’t know how @twangster and @CGTLH remember the rest of the numbers here They had the typical speeches by the captain and crew members. There was also a mini aqua theatre show. Currently sitting in our room and soaking it all in while we wait for our Izumi lunch delivery. The Cruise Junkie, Guy Gadwa, twangster and 2 others 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGTLH Posted March 11, 2019 Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 6 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: I don’t know how @twangster and @CGTLH remember the rest of the numbers here I'll take notes and email them to myself, pecked out the numbers and then send. More notes, add them as a reply. Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGTLH Posted March 11, 2019 Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 8 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: Currently sitting in our room and soaking it all in while we wait for our Izumi lunch delivery. Still on my bucket list. Then again it is fun having the menu left at the table. Most of the time I'd just stop by and put in a to-go order. Will give them credit on Symphony offering to have it delivered. Lovetocruise2002 and MamaShark 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted March 11, 2019 Author Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 Izumi lunch: Same menu for lunch and dinner. We ordered Shrimp & Vegetable tempura, Chicken Kara-age, Spicy Shrimp rolls, and Yaki Udon. Kids had Doghouse hot dogs Guy Gadwa, ellcee, Skigoofy and 4 others 4 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted March 11, 2019 Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 31 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: Top cruiser had 1000 something points on this sailing. I don’t know how @twangster and @CGTLH remember the rest of the numbers here Don't know about @CGTLH but I just make them up. Matt, Boston Babe, Deedeelynn and 7 others 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiny260 Posted March 11, 2019 Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 6 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: Spicy Shrimp rolls My personal favorite from Izumi Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted March 11, 2019 Author Report Share Posted March 11, 2019 24 minutes ago, tiny260 said: My personal favorite from Izumi Me too! Although the Udon noodles were also delicious! tiny260 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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