Christie Posted May 31, 2016 Report Share Posted May 31, 2016 I looked and looked for a FOS Group Cruise thread, but couldn't find one. If there is one, feel free to delete and point me in the right direction! So who all is going? What are you most excited about? For us, it will be my husband Nick and I celebrating our 3rd wedding anniversary (Sept 1) and our almost 2 year old daughter Mackenzie. I'm excited to stay in the panoramic ocean view room on Deck 12 and for the bike riding excursion we booked in Grand Cayman. 96 days and counting! Huntley 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christie Posted May 31, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 31, 2016 Also, we would love to do the Chef's Table on Night 2 (first formal night, but not the great Surf and Turf menu in the MDR), if anybody would like to join us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAAAYTOOO Posted May 31, 2016 Report Share Posted May 31, 2016 Christie, have you cancelled your Anthem cruise on 9-3 and joined the group cruise on Freedom on 9-4 ? I noticed in Doc's latest list you are still showing up for Anthem. Wish we could go....but too many other cruises pending. I guess it's a good problem to have.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christie Posted May 31, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 31, 2016 Yea, I need to update that. My dad is having major cancer surgery in July and my mom won't be able to keep my daughter anymore. I really wanted to do Anthem with just my husband and I, so we cancelled that one and booked on the group cruise instead with our daughter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 Also, we would love to do the Chef's Table on Night 2 (first formal night, but not the great Surf and Turf menu in the MDR), if anybody would like to join us. We roll the opposite way. Love first formal night, skip second Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christie Posted June 1, 2016 Author Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 Really? What do you like on the first formal night? I've just heard the second one is better. We would be ok with any night, really. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAAAYTOOO Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 We used to dress up for both nights but recently we just do the first night (like Matt). By the second formal night I'm usually done with having to rush back to the room and get ready for a fancy night. That night is a GREAT night for us to order dinner on the balcony. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 Really? What do you like on the first formal night? I've just heard the second one is better. We would be ok with any night, really. We don't eat shellfish, so lobster night does nothing for us. Regardless, Italian night is the night to dine at MDR. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christie Posted June 1, 2016 Author Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 I must be completely missing the boat here- is the Saffron menu the Italian menu? Remember, I've never even eaten in the MDR :huh: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 I must be completely missing the boat here- is the Saffron menu the Italian menu? Remember, I've never even eaten in the MDR :huh: Honestly, I have no idea LOL I just know when I see lasagna on the menu, it's Italian night! Usually day 3 or 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AGSLC5 Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 The Menu is the Piemento one that is "Italian night" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christie Posted June 1, 2016 Author Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 So looking at this cruise compass from Jan 2016, these are the MDR nights: Night 1 (Sept 4)- Mojo Night 2 (Sept 5)- Saffron (formal night) Night 3 (Sept 6)- Pimiento Night 4 (Sept 7)- Basil Night 5 (Sept 8)- Jasmine (formal night) Night 6 (Sept 9)- Pomodoro Night 7 (Sept 10)- Shitake I'm ok with doing Chef's Table on any day except 1 and 7. Night 3 is out because of Italian night. So if anybody wants to do Chef's Table on night 2, 4, 5, or 6 let me know! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted June 2, 2016 Report Share Posted June 2, 2016 So if anybody wants to do Chef's Table on night 2, 4, 5, or 6 let me know! I have interest, but I need to clear it with high command AGSLC5 and MotleyCruiser 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christie Posted June 2, 2016 Author Report Share Posted June 2, 2016 Sounds good. We really enjoyed this on Oasis. Looks like it starts at 7:30 on FOS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davelliott Posted June 9, 2016 Report Share Posted June 9, 2016 I just listened to Matt's Periscope from yesterday. Several people mentioned a pre-cruise meetup. Since a lot who were commenting were staying in the port area, I thought I would put a post here to see if anyone else is staying in Orlando the night before the cruise. We will be staying near Disney and would possibly be interested in a pre-cruise meetup dinner in the Orlando area. Who else will be staying the night before the cruise in Orlando and would be interested? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjappert Posted June 9, 2016 Report Share Posted June 9, 2016 We will be on FOS but only in January... is this post only for 1 specific sailing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted June 9, 2016 Report Share Posted June 9, 2016 We will be on FOS but only in January... is this post only for 1 specific sailing? Yes it is. I just listened to Matt's Periscope from yesterday. Several people mentioned a pre-cruise meetup. Since a lot who were commenting were staying in the port area, I thought I would put a post here to see if anyone else is staying in Orlando the night before the cruise. We will be staying near Disney and would possibly be interested in a pre-cruise meetup dinner in the Orlando area. Who else will be staying the night before the cruise in Orlando and would be interested? I'm staying by the port and was thinking about something similar for folks also staying near Port Canaveral. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christie Posted June 9, 2016 Author Report Share Posted June 9, 2016 I just listened to Matt's Periscope from yesterday. Several people mentioned a pre-cruise meetup. Since a lot who were commenting were staying in the port area, I thought I would put a post here to see if anyone else is staying in Orlando the night before the cruise. We will be staying near Disney and would possibly be interested in a pre-cruise meetup dinner in the Orlando area. Who else will be staying the night before the cruise in Orlando and would be interested? We are staying at Wilderness Lodge and plan on spending the evening in Disney Springs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davelliott Posted June 10, 2016 Report Share Posted June 10, 2016 Christie, I just realized that you and I had been chatting together on the Facebook page last month. I checked the address of where we are staying and I think it is about 10 miles from the Wilderness Lodge. I am looking forward to getting back on Freedom to see the changed that were made during the last drydock. I was last onboard in 2013 before that so it will be a little different. I haven't been to Disney Springs since it got its new name. Prior to that, I have been two or three times when it was Downtown Disney. I didn't even know that the name had changed until Matt mentioned it in one of his podcasts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christie Posted June 10, 2016 Author Report Share Posted June 10, 2016 Maybe I'll spearhead the Orlando meetup. How would you guys feel about Ghiradelli Soda Fountain? They have amazing ice cream sundaes and a nice outdoor seating area. Probably 7:30ish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted June 10, 2016 Report Share Posted June 10, 2016 Maybe I'll spearhead the Orlando meetup. How would you guys feel about Ghiradelli Soda Fountain? They have amazing ice cream sundaes and a nice outdoor seating area. Probably 7:30ish. I likely won't be there, BUT I do think Disney Springs is the best spot to meet up. No park admission required, easy parking and plenty of options. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monorailmedic Posted June 10, 2016 Report Share Posted June 10, 2016 I likely won't be there, BUT I do think Disney Springs is the best spot to meet up. No park admission required, easy parking and plenty of options. I agree as far as Disney Springs with regard to an Orlando meetup. That in mind, let's make sure we have a good understanding of where people will be before the cruise, and how many are interested. Take 10 seconds and let me know on the FB group by completing the one question survey. https://www.facebook.com/events/1142839675736002/permalink/1240922445927724/ Matt 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michelle Posted June 10, 2016 Report Share Posted June 10, 2016 sounds like a great time! sorry to miss this one - hoping for the next one DocLC 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich T Posted June 14, 2016 Report Share Posted June 14, 2016 So looking at this cruise compass from Jan 2016, these are the MDR nights: Night 1 (Sept 4)- Mojo Night 2 (Sept 5)- Saffron (formal night) Night 3 (Sept 6)- Pimiento Night 4 (Sept 7)- Basil Night 5 (Sept 8)- Jasmine (formal night) Night 6 (Sept 9)- Pomodoro Night 7 (Sept 10)- Shitake I'm ok with doing Chef's Table on any day except 1 and 7. Night 3 is out because of Italian night. So if anybody wants to do Chef's Table on night 2, 4, 5, or 6 let me know! Tammy and I would be interested in joining the Chef's Table Group ... pretty much any night - but indeed Italian in the MDR is one of our favs too. By the way, I wouldn't assume the Menus will be the same order as previous embarkations. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted June 14, 2016 Report Share Posted June 14, 2016 Sabor shirts for our cruise are here! Men: http://royalcaribbeanblog.spreadshirt.com/drinking-around-sabor-A105345828 Women: http://royalcaribbeanblog.spreadshirt.com/drinking-around-sabor-women-A105345895 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich T Posted June 16, 2016 Report Share Posted June 16, 2016 Any update on a planned/preferred Chef's Table event? Should we reserve date on cruise planner in advance? or schedule once on board? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted June 16, 2016 Report Share Posted June 16, 2016 Just shared a cruise compass from Freedom on a western route. Should provide some insight for our cruise too: http://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/cruise-compasses/freedom-of-the-seas/sun-2016-06-05-0000 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Floski Posted June 16, 2016 Report Share Posted June 16, 2016 I wish I could join y'all. Maybe next year! Sweet shirts! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davelliott Posted July 12, 2016 Report Share Posted July 12, 2016 This cruise is getting closer. Can't wait to board. Work has been just too much lately. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christie Posted July 12, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 12, 2016 Any update on a planned/preferred Chef's Table event? Should we reserve date on cruise planner in advance? or schedule once on board? Just hopping on here to see if we are ready to bite the bullet on this thing. I think because there will be 6-8 of us probably, we should book in advance (table only holds 16). Matt? What does the Mrs think? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich T Posted July 14, 2016 Report Share Posted July 14, 2016 Just hopping on here to see if we are ready to bite the bullet on this thing. I think because there will be 6-8 of us probably, we should book in advance (table only holds 16). Matt? What does the Mrs think? We are pretty flexible and can even wait to book on board if preferred. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted July 14, 2016 Report Share Posted July 14, 2016 Matt? What does the Mrs think? I'm not ignoring you, but every time I scroll past this, my wife is out of the house. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christie Posted July 14, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 14, 2016 I'm not ignoring you, but every time I scroll past this, my wife is out of the house. No biggie- my inlaws are here and want to buy me something for my birthday so I'm picking out a few things on the cruise planner :-) DocLC 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bcarney Posted July 17, 2016 Report Share Posted July 17, 2016 No biggie- my inlaws are here and want to buy me something for my birthday so I'm picking out a few things on the cruise planner :-) I need better in-laws... :) MotleyCruiser 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilson Posted August 2, 2016 Report Share Posted August 2, 2016 I am back as a "maybe" for the GC. I am waiting for a buddy to get short notice time off approved. This would be his first cruise and I am trying to provide him cost info. Can someone who is booked please check the cruise planner and tell me if there are still pre-cruise discounts being offered on drink packages and internet? I will cross post on the FB thread. Thank you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christie Posted August 2, 2016 Author Report Share Posted August 2, 2016 My toddler has been waking up at 5 for the last week. I hope she gets over this by September, or there will be a lot of sunrise periscopes 😳 Matt 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davelliott Posted August 2, 2016 Report Share Posted August 2, 2016 Wilson, internet is still offering discounts: Surf and Stream for 1 device is $12.59 per day and 2 devices is $22.39 per day. Beverage packages are still discounted: Select = $33 Premium = $44 Ultimate = $49 Matt 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilson Posted August 2, 2016 Report Share Posted August 2, 2016 Thx Dave. My buddy will hear back today or tomorrow on vacation leave request. Trying not to get too excited. LoL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilson Posted August 2, 2016 Report Share Posted August 2, 2016 And just like that I am back to "doubtful". My buddies short notice leave was not approved. Damn the single supplement! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davelliott Posted August 3, 2016 Report Share Posted August 3, 2016 I agree with you about those single supplements. I have only done 3 cruises solo and it does make it harder for me to schedule more cruises! Even though we can get double points, we still have to come up with the extra cash for cruises! I have booked the last few that I did as soon as the itineraries opened to get a great price even with the single supplements. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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