Anthem July 4th Group Cruise

[Ken23]

First, a little background, for my first post here.

I have been a lurker here for about a year, and greatly appreciate Matt and everyone who contributes here with so much great information.

My first cruise was a last minute (well, two weeks before) booking to Alaska last August, joining my sister and her family...where I caught the cruising bug big time (the Casino Royale offers helped).

Last week I booked for myself the July 4th Anthem group cruise, which looks really good, and I have a few questions about that.

 

Is there a area here for discussion for group members here?  I have seen the FB posting with some comments.

I have purchased the DBP w/ Zoom (no Surf).  I have read here a few times that people say that the internet on Anthem is very good.  I do not do streaming much (maybe a some youtubes), but do check email, FB, and websites often.  Will I go crazy with just Zoom, without Surf/Stream?

I have also purchased the BOGO 2 Night Dining package (for the first two nights).  Does anyone know if I could choose Wonderland as one of my options?  I believe when I get on board, I can adjust the first nights restaurant.

Thanks

Ken (from NJ)

[SpeedNoodles]

I have zero answers, but I'm totally envious - I'd love to go!

[Lovetocruise2002]

Hey @Ken23! Welcome to the boards! 

So far, I only know of two FB groups for this sailing. One is from the RCBlog event page on FB. And the other is a FB roll call group that many of us are on but not run by @Matt. 

I am going to pass the VOOM Surf vs. Surf and Stream to someone more techie than me. However, I think the Surf&stream will be a whole lot less frustrating. We always get the surf&stream.

With the BOGO, you can adjust when you get on board. Make sure you take care of that right away. There have been some reports lately that there are restrictions placed on the venues that you can use the BOGO at. You should be able to use it at wonderland but YMMV.

See you on board!

[Ken23]

1 hour ago, Lovetocruise2002 said:

Hey @Ken23! Welcome to the boards! 

So far, I only know of two FB groups for this sailing. One is from the RCBlog event page on FB. And the other is a FB roll call group that many of us are on but not run by @Matt. 

I am going to pass the VOOM Surf vs. Surf and Stream to someone more techie than me. However, I think the Surf&stream will be a whole lot less frustrating. We always get the surf&stream.

With the BOGO, you can adjust when you get on board. Make sure you take care of that right away. There have been some reports lately that there are restrictions placed on the venues that you can use the BOGO at. You should be able to use it at wonderland but YMMV.

See you on board!

Thanks.

Yes, my first mission when on board will be to make my reservations.

I will search out that 2nd FB group.

[Lovetocruise2002]

2 minutes ago, Ken23 said:

Thanks.

Yes, my first mission when on board will be to make my reservations.

I will search out that 2nd FB group.

It’s the one with 254 members. That is the one that many of us are on

[CGTLH]

The Deluxe beverage package with Voom is the Surf and Stream version. Even if you're not streaming web browsing will be a more responsive with the Surf and Stream package.

Welcome to the group on both accounts: message board and for the group cruise

[Ken23]

9 minutes ago, CGTLH said:

The Deluxe beverage package with Voom is the Surf and Stream version. Even if you're not streaming web browsing will be a more responsive with the Surf and Stream package.

Welcome to the group on both accounts: message board and for the group cruise

Thanks @CGTLH.  After looking closer, I see in the description that it is Surf & Stream, though the title says just Zoom.

[Ken23]

12 hours ago, Lovetocruise2002 said:

It’s the one with 254 members. That is the one that many of us are on

255 now.

[Matt]

On 3/25/2019 at 7:55 PM, Ken23 said:

Is there a area here for discussion for group members here?  I have seen the FB posting with some comments.

Right here: https://www.facebook.com/events/389460984816279/

On 3/25/2019 at 7:55 PM, Ken23 said:

I have purchased the DBP w/ Zoom (no Surf).  I have read here a few times that people say that the internet on Anthem is very good.  I do not do streaming much (maybe a some youtubes), but do check email, FB, and websites often.  Will I go crazy with just Zoom, without Surf/Stream?

I still recommend Surf & Stream because it is an overall better internet experience compared to the regular option.  

On 3/25/2019 at 7:55 PM, Ken23 said:

I have also purchased the BOGO 2 Night Dining package (for the first two nights).  Does anyone know if I could choose Wonderland as one of my options?  I believe when I get on board, I can adjust the first nights restaurant.

Yes, Wonderland should be available (provided there is availability).

[Matt]

Also, can't wait to sail with you @Ken23 !