Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 23, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 23, 2019 9 minutes ago, melski94 said: Happy Anniversary! Following along as I'm in a major dry dock! We loved Symphony when we sailed for our anniversary in May. Thank you! And we are looking at a major dry dock right after this sailing The Cruise Junkie and KathyC 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted July 23, 2019 Report Share Posted July 23, 2019 Looking forward to following along! Can't believe you didn't start this live blog super early, as you pioneered! betatke1480, JLMoran, Lovetocruise2002 and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiny260 Posted July 23, 2019 Report Share Posted July 23, 2019 6 hours ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: True to my Stubborn Canadian Scorpio nature, This is DW, I can relate to the Stubborn Scorpio nature since I’m married to one lol glad you’re on deck 17 have fun Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oreocruiser Posted July 23, 2019 Report Share Posted July 23, 2019 Happy anniversary! We're boarding Ovation on the 26th, so I'm sad I won't be able to follow along. However, knowing how fun your live blogs are, I'm looking forward to reading about your Symphony experience when I get back! Especially with all the packing for college I have ahead of me. Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted July 23, 2019 Report Share Posted July 23, 2019 31 minutes ago, Matt said: Looking forward to following along! Can't believe you didn't start this live blog super early, as you pioneered! I know right? She has a 2021 cruise booked and already started that one betatke1480, bellemiche and JLMoran 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnK6404 Posted July 23, 2019 Report Share Posted July 23, 2019 2 hours ago, Skid said: @Lovetocruise2002 @hayley_bopp @Boston Babe and I think maybe, although he didn't say it here, @JohnK6404 in June? And I'll include myself for August! Truly sorry if I missed anyone. Oh yes...following! Wow, some memory! Yes, our anniversary was June 4th (15th)! Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skid Posted July 23, 2019 Report Share Posted July 23, 2019 15 minutes ago, JohnK6404 said: Wow, some memory Nope....not my memory...your screen name. JohnK6404 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skid Posted July 23, 2019 Report Share Posted July 23, 2019 1 hour ago, Matt said: Looking forward to following along! Can't believe you didn't start this live blog super early, as you pioneered! You keep saying that, yet we all know that you started that trend. mom2mybugs, JLMoran, Lovetocruise2002 and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sh2738 Posted July 23, 2019 Report Share Posted July 23, 2019 Thanks for doing this review. Going on Symphony in November to celebrate turning 30, so excited Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnK6404 Posted July 23, 2019 Report Share Posted July 23, 2019 30 minutes ago, Skid said: Nope....not my memory...your screen name. LOL! Long day at work! I need a cruise! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 23, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 23, 2019 2 hours ago, Matt said: Looking forward to following along! Can't believe you didn't start this live blog super early, as you pioneered! Let's do a flashback...https://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/boards/index.php?/topic/10299-live-back-on-brilliance-baby-brilliance-of-the-seas-february-14-18-2019/ 6 weeks early! 1 hour ago, Oreocruiser said: Happy anniversary! We're boarding Ovation on the 26th, so I'm sad I won't be able to follow along. However, knowing how fun your live blogs are, I'm looking forward to reading about your Symphony experience when I get back! Especially with all the packing for college I have ahead of me. Thank you. Looking forward to having you join in whenever you get the chance. Enjoy Ovation! 1 hour ago, twangster said: I know right? She has a 2021 cruise booked and already started that one Nah...I'm holding out for a triple blog on that one..me, you and @Matt Oreocruiser and Matt 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 24, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2019 1 hour ago, Sh2738 said: Thanks for doing this review. Going on Symphony in November to celebrate turning 30, so excited No better way to celebrate a birthday if you ask me! Thanks for following. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sh2738 Posted July 24, 2019 Report Share Posted July 24, 2019 21 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: No better way to celebrate a birthday if you ask me! Thanks for following. My thought exactly Have fun. Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JLMoran Posted July 24, 2019 Report Share Posted July 24, 2019 7 hours ago, DDaley said: Can't wait to follow along. You guys are suite-loving-husband-and-wife goals! Happy Anniversary! 7 hours ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: Well...to be fair...that might just be me lol. Hubby did just tell @Matt two weeks ago that he can stay and eat anywhere. But after 17 years, you know, Happy wife=happy life All jokes aside, we are richly blessed. I never take it for granted. You are me and your husband is more or less my wife. JS last year and she's fine with a regular Balcony room; meanwhile, I'm still trying to get us into a JS again just so I can enjoy CK! But even I have to face the reality that the balcony room really is likely the best we can do unless something opens up last minute for a really reasonable rate (which doesn't seem to happen on Anthem). Have a fantastic 17th anniversary and cruise! Hope you get lots of enjoyable "just us" time, and plenty of empty loungers to enjoy the pool deck! And please, forego a Periscope or two if you can get some quality time with hubby! MamaShark and Lovetocruise2002 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted July 24, 2019 Report Share Posted July 24, 2019 5 minutes ago, JLMoran said: .., your husband is more or less my wife. So wait. I’m confused. It sounds like you are married to Hubster. Maybe it’s the drink package on Empress. Or is there more going on? Confused. DDaley, The Cruise Junkie, Lovetocruise2002 and 4 others 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken23 Posted July 24, 2019 Report Share Posted July 24, 2019 Happy Happy 17th Anniversary...hope you (and the Mongolian King) have a fantastic trip. Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 24, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2019 28 minutes ago, JLMoran said: Have a fantastic 17th anniversary and cruise! Hope you get lots of enjoyable "just us" time, and plenty of empty loungers to enjoy the pool deck! And please, forego a Periscope or two if you can get some quality time with hubby! Thanks Joe! That’s the idea. We have been looking forward to this cruise for so long. 19 minutes ago, twangster said: So wait. I’m confused. It sounds like you are married to Hubster. Maybe it’s the drink package on Empress. Or is there more going on? Confused. #toomanydrinksinthediamondlounge Does Empress even have one of those?? 18 minutes ago, Ken23 said: Happy Happy 17th Anniversary...hope you (and the Mongolian King) have a fantastic trip. Thanks Ken! It will be a way more quiet sailing that’s for sure! Ken23 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathyC Posted July 24, 2019 Report Share Posted July 24, 2019 9 hours in...and we're on page three already!! Have an amazing sailing!! Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 24, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2019 11 minutes ago, KathyC said: 9 hours in...and we're on page three already!! Have an amazing sailing!! Thanks! Pretty excited for this one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted July 24, 2019 Report Share Posted July 24, 2019 3 hours ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: .#toomanydrinksinthediamondlounge Does Empress even have one of those?? Hmmm. At least I now know who has and hasn’t been paying attention to my posts. Emphasis on has not. Signed: Inferior bot AshleyDillo, Deedeelynn, KristiZ and 5 others 7 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGTLH Posted July 24, 2019 Report Share Posted July 24, 2019 8 hours ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: Can you check your vault for what it says about renting the Beachfront and OTW cabanas? Did it always say for Star Class? I checked mine but this was the first time I noticed that wording. Checked my vault... email from Harmony May 2018 Notice any mention of the OTW and Waterfront/beach is missing. Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom2mybugs Posted July 24, 2019 Report Share Posted July 24, 2019 10 hours ago, Skid said: @Lovetocruise2002 @hayley_bopp @Boston Babe and I think maybe, although he didn't say it here, @JohnK6404 in June? And I'll include myself for August! Truly sorry if I missed anyone. Oh yes...following! Me in 4 days...we will get on vision the next day!! Jane Lovetocruise2002, JLMoran and Skid 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom2mybugs Posted July 24, 2019 Report Share Posted July 24, 2019 Happy anniversary @Lovetocruise2002 And have an amazing cruise!!! I am waiting for prices to drop and then we are definitely trying symphony!! Jane Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hayley_bopp Posted July 24, 2019 Report Share Posted July 24, 2019 12 hours ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: Which ship are you sailing this time? I'm already thinking ahead to next July! lol We're trying P&O this year. 14 night Med cruise from Southampton. Nothing wrong with planning ahead. Im trying to plan how we can fit a cruise in around the other travel plans we've got for next year Lovetocruise2002, Skid and mom2mybugs 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbk999 Posted July 24, 2019 Report Share Posted July 24, 2019 I'm a bit late to the party but Happy Anniversary and enjoy your cruise! We did the same run on the Allure for our 25th back in October Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcg125 Posted July 24, 2019 Report Share Posted July 24, 2019 Quote Will be on Symphony the morning you return to Miami. I am also happy it is just my wife and I with no kids (even though there will be thousands of other kids on my sailing). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 24, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2019 6 hours ago, mom2mybugs said: Happy anniversary @Lovetocruise2002 And have an amazing cruise!!! I am waiting for prices to drop and then we are definitely trying symphony!! Jane Thank you! I too am waiting for prices to drop so I can bring my kids on. 1 hour ago, mbk999 said: I'm a bit late to the party but Happy Anniversary and enjoy your cruise! We did the same run on the Allure for our 25th back in October Thank you. We've done this run a few times and for that I am thankful. This way we don't feel as much pressure to "go see" things and feel less guilty about staying on board. 39 minutes ago, marcg125 said: Will be on Symphony the morning you return to Miami. I am also happy it is just my wife and I with no kids (even though there will be thousands of other kids on my sailing). Cruises without kids are definitely ones to look forward to. And you can tune out all the other kids lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 24, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2019 3 Days out... Nothing new to really report today other than one small thing I forgot about in yesterday's post about the concierge email. The two concierges on SY (Jenny and Jackie) have been absolutely fantastic pre-cruise! I haven't had a ton of experience with suite concierges but the ones I have had in the past were quite slow to respond and it was way easier dealing with them in person rather than through email. With Jenny and Jackie, I was already impressed by how early the initial email came out (9 days prior). I received the email around 11:30 am last week and after trading several emails back and forth and I had PDFs of menus and dining reservations all within an hour! These two are solid and efficient and fast! Over the next few days, I had some other small questions and request and their responses have been quick and right on the mark. The one that impressed me the most was from last week, while tuning into @Matt's Friday scope, another viewer had asked if Royal stopped complimentary MDR delivery for Sky class. I knew that this viewer was a regular periscoper and she has experience in Sky class so I made it a point to try to find out more of what she was asking. I re-read my email from Jenny and Jackie and there was no mention of complimentary MDR delivery so I figured it might be good to ask. By the time I emailed them, it was almost midnight. I thought for sure I would probably not hear back from them until late Saturday evening or even Sunday as Saturday is turnaround day and is super hectic for all crew members. I had a response by the time I woke up Saturday morning. The time stamp on the email was 7:04 am. I cannot wait to meet these two in person. Not sure why but I love efficiency! lol @MamaShark more evidence that you might be in good hands in August. I'll keep you posted on how the rest of the week goes. On the agenda today is the usual "two days out" from leaving stuff...Everything is packed. Just toiletries remain. This proves to be more of a challenge this time as it's just Hubby and I. That translates to only 2 quart-size bags for carry on luggage! I usually take 3 as D10 and Hubby don't need one. Need to find a way to squeeze 3 into 2. Ah, the struggles of a product junkie... Guy Gadwa, Matt, ellcee and 2 others 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbk999 Posted July 24, 2019 Report Share Posted July 24, 2019 50 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: This way we don't feel as much pressure to "go see" things and feel less guilty about staying on board. My Disney Park philosophy for next week. Make sure we see the new (to us) attractions but if we miss one of our traditional attractions, so be it. It's a lot less stress. 52 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: Cruises without kids are definitely ones to look forward to. And you can tune out all the other kids lol. I won't go so far as saying better, but it's a different experience. Less stress and you can avoid/tune out kids (and other adults) if you want to. As a semi-recent empty nester, I'm not sure what all the angst is about empty nesting, seems pretty good to me.... JLMoran, MamaShark, Lovetocruise2002 and 1 other 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiny260 Posted July 24, 2019 Report Share Posted July 24, 2019 14 hours ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: #toomanydrinksinthediamondlounge Lemon drop martini anyone? Lovetocruise2002 and Susie 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 24, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2019 1 minute ago, tiny260 said: Lemon drop martini anyone? I'll be getting those in the suite lounge this time! While enjoying the view! #Deck17life Susie, tiny260 and JLMoran 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fairlynew Posted July 24, 2019 Report Share Posted July 24, 2019 I am following closely-my first Sky Class sailing is on Harmony in 18 days in a Grand Suite-not 17th deck, but I'm still thrilled. I am curious about the answer to your query on MDR room service. Is it still an option? Thanks and have a great trip. Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 24, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2019 3 minutes ago, Fairlynew said: I am following closely-my first Sky Class sailing is on Harmony in 18 days in a Grand Suite-not 17th deck, but I'm still thrilled. I am curious about the answer to your query on MDR room service. Is it still an option? Thanks and have a great trip. Yes sorry. I totally forgot to answer that! The answer is yes, it is still complimentary with Sky class. Warning! A GS is how we got started with suite life. You sort of know how it went from there It’s the best! bellemiche and MamaShark 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oreocruiser Posted July 24, 2019 Report Share Posted July 24, 2019 1 hour ago, mbk999 said: I won't go so far as saying better, but it's a different experience. Less stress and you can avoid/tune out kids (and other adults) if you want to. As a semi-recent empty nester, I'm not sure what all the angst is about empty nesting, seems pretty good to me.... My parents are soon-to-be empty nesters and they're already planning the vacations that can take in the months I would normally be in school. I can imagine their wallets will be happier... Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DDaley Posted July 24, 2019 Report Share Posted July 24, 2019 15 hours ago, JLMoran said: JS last year and she's fine with a regular Balcony room; meanwhile, I'm still trying to get us into a JS again just so I can enjoy CK! Snagged a 30% off JS for my first adult cruise next month but it's only on Freedom! I am realizing I gotta get onto a bigger ship to try this illusive CK. I worry that once I work my way up to Sky and Star Class there will be no thoughts of sailing in a skinny mini cabin ever again. The Mint full recline beds on Jet Blue certainly ruined regular first class, let alone coach! hayley_bopp and Lovetocruise2002 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbk999 Posted July 24, 2019 Report Share Posted July 24, 2019 15 minutes ago, Oreocruiser said: I can imagine their wallets will be happier... Yes, 7 nights on the Allure in October with ocean facing balcony was about 60% the cost of 8 nights on the Oasis in August in a Central Park balcony. Oreocruiser, JLMoran, Lovetocruise2002 and 1 other 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 24, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2019 34 minutes ago, Oreocruiser said: My parents are soon-to-be empty nesters and they're already planning the vacations that can take in the months I would normally be in school. I can imagine their wallets will be happier... Forget "soon to be"! I am about 10 years out from "empty nesting" and retirement and I already have a ton of ideas on my bucket list. 23 minutes ago, DDaley said: I am realizing I gotta get onto a bigger ship to try this illusive CK. I worry that once I work my way up to Sky and Star Class there will be no thoughts of sailing in a skinny mini cabin ever again. The Mint full recline beds on Jet Blue certainly ruined regular first class, let alone coach! Yes you do! #teamCK And you are 100% correct, once you go up, it is so hard to go back... MamaShark and bellemiche 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skid Posted July 24, 2019 Report Share Posted July 24, 2019 3 hours ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: Need to find a way to squeeze 3 into 2. Ah, the struggles of a product junkie No need. Anniversary cruise should be similar to honeymoon cruise. Hence, more time in cabin so less need for product. Problem solved. MamaShark, Lovetocruise2002 and JLMoran 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 24, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2019 27 minutes ago, Skid said: No need. Anniversary cruise should be similar to honeymoon cruise. Hence, more time in cabin so less need for product. Problem solved. cruisestuff, Skid, betatke1480 and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 24, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2019 While Royal is usually pretty good on social media, today they were not. Curious as to who the entertainers would be on our sailing, I contacted them to ask. Here is our conversation on FB messenger. Annoying... I decided I would try another path and contact the entertainment department through email as many have done before. Half and hour. That’s all it took. Way better response. Another example of confused reps and taking another path when you don’t the the result of the first. WAAAYTOOO, MamaShark, cruisestuff and 1 other 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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