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Symphony of the Seas (March 7-14) The time is here


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Once the bucket list items of the slides had been complete it was a pretty relaxed evening. It was day six so Lobster night and it was good. Afterwards we all went to FLIGHT. This show was very good and had visuals. I included some photos from FLIGHT. Then to the fourth floor to hear, jazz, the late night party and CAFE PROMENADE.  The Chocolate chip cookies were selling out fast and tasted great. I did a long walk through Central Park. This to me is the crown jewel of the ship. There is nothing like it anywhere and so unique. Took the time to look at the signs with plants and what’s planted. It’s just a well thought out concept. 

This morning we docked at CocoCay (even the Captain says “kay” and not “key”. After breakfast at Solarium Bistro the ship docked early and we rushed to get off. We went straight to Chill Island to secure a spot. It fills up quick but there are plenty of seats with chairs and umbrellas. Hindsight being 20/20 we should have bought a cabana for $199. The Beach Club was not an option at this time. The $2,500 was a little steep, but waited too late for the day pass. I have the thrill pass and look forward to the slides.  

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Well.....it’s the last night blues but we making the most of it and continuing the fun. Amazing what a difference a week has made while gone but that hasn’t dampened an ounce of the fun. 
 

COCOCAY WAS AN ABSOLUTE BLAST AND YES I AM SHOUTING!!?????

All 14 had the best time. We hung around Chill Island. Are multiple times at Snack Shack and yes the shack Crisp chicken sandwich is as advertised.  From the cookies to the funnel cakes, I was impressed. The kids did Thrill Waterpark. I never made it over there since I was chilling on the beach (pun intended) and went to the big big big pool and hung around the Dj (music was lit, as the young people would say, I think). Folks were ha omg a blast. We did the tram around the island that was good to see.  It is an engineering marvel what they have done to make this island the best cruise island in the Caribbean. Never been to Labadee but Coca is the champion for sure. After getting back on the ship checked out the sail away and another show of HIRO. The kids did open ice skating and after the show I played a little basketball on the court. We ate at Windjammer, it was good. Tonight my last cigar and bourbon deck 15 and relaxing. May see if I have any luck at the casino. I included a few pics From throughout the day. 

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Additionally, my kids and I prepaid the arcade and I prepaid Thrill water park. We didn’t use the arcade and I didn’t end up going to Thrill WaterPark and they were very accommodating to refund all to my account. As with all things Royal Caribbean just have to ask and the worse they can say is no. 

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It was so hard (yes see Boyz 2 Men) to say goodbye, to Symphony. I was up until about two am on my balcony as we were entering into The Port of Miami (included al pic of Miami in the distance) getting my last bit of enjoyment. His morning ate at Windjammer and we off the boat by 10. Late due to the fact the Passport /Facial Recognition machines were down and they had very few Passport officials manning the lines. All in all no issue since we had a flight from to Dallas and decided on a Taxi since we needed a van  and Uber/Lyft were both $100+. The crew relayed they were going to CoCo Cay for at last a week if not more but didn’t elaborate of what exactly they would be doing. Hopefully enjoying life. 
As I mentioned previously the world I left on March 7 is different from return. At the airport I was amazed at the lack of hand sanitizer. On Symphony it was just everywhere. I had to remind my friends that Royal Caribbean is NOT Princess and don’t lump all cruise ships in one bucket, but I digress. 
Below are just a few quick thoughts:

- Starbucks was great I just didn’t end up going there more often. Had to much else going on to make a special stop just for Starbucks and I am a fan. Will do that more next time. 

-Next Cruise booked for Spring Break 2022. 720 days and counting

- I didn’t visit often, but observed the guitarist at the Pub was a huge hit and he received a lot of love on his last song last night  Plenty of hugs and well wishes. 
- We will do the Three night package again with Chips, Jamie’s and Izumi. Wife and friends aren’t overly impressed with April 150 and Wonderland is a one hit wonder. Do it once and you’re good IMO. 
- The 2-$15 Happy Hour at Wonderland is great and best Old Fashioned I have had. 
- Next time we will get a drink package. 80% of our final bill were drinks. We prepaid almost everything else. We will look for those Black Friday sales. All day at CocoCay almost pays for itself with the drink package. 
- Hooked was an afterthought. They didn’t have crab legs and that would make it a bigger draw IMO. 

-Playmakers is great. Food, concept, atmosphere and staff  Neat burger on the ship hands down  

-Johnny Rockets was never packed and not sure if its lost a little bit of its luster. Although, they do have the best Shakes. 
- The 24 Evian waters were preorders were to many.  Next time we’ll only do 12. They are one liter. 
- Should have went to Vitality at Sea more for fresh juice and smoothies. 
- The ice cream at SugarShak is very good  
- My goal was to do it all and it’s just not possible. Didn’t finish mini-golf or get into the ping pong tournament or fo to more comedy shows  

-At every turn ask for what you want!

-El Loco fresh is good food but lines are always too long

- Solarium Bistro has great breakfast will do dinner there next time one night  
- One thing  I heard a couple of folks say their favorite ship is Navigator and that it has the best food.  Never been on it but have heard Matt H. often mention it’s goodness. 

Thank you to everyone for taking the time to read my long diatribes.  Happy sailing and we’ll keep the light on for you! ??

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Thanks so much for your live blog. It was such a blessing this week.  Sorry it’s over but glad to hear that you booked while on board.

I totally agree with you about 150 CP and Wonderland. One and done.  Also glad to hear that you would have benefited from the DBP.  You did exactly the right thing - tried [not having]  it to see, and realized that next time it will work to your advantage to have it.

Glad you are back home, safe and sound.  Bunker down, buy some toilet paper (if you can find any) and stay well and healthy.

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Hope everyone is doing well and fully stocked on all things paper products and rice.  

I received this email this evening from R.C.  Not worried at all since we are day 11 being back and thought it would be responsible to share.  Not really worried since this is not a Princess cruise type of thing but was still a tad surprised but not really that surprised.

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