beccaball Posted September 13, 2022 Report Share Posted September 13, 2022 I am trying to help my parents in advance,.... they board on Sat 09/17 on Allure for 8 day Southern Caribbean cruise. I normally (precovid) booked all their shows and reservations prior to them boarding. They are nervous about not doing it right on the app once they board. They aren't the greatest with technology..... is there a Showtimes at a glance pic from the same cruise with the same ports/stops that I can show them as an example so they can try to map it out.... Obviously the showtimes could change, but something tangible they could have in their hands as a reference? Day1: FLL, Day2:Sea, Day3:Labadee, Day4:Sea, Day5:Aruba, Day6:Curacao, Day7: Sea, Day8:Sea, Day9: FLL I would great appreciate it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neesa Posted September 13, 2022 Report Share Posted September 13, 2022 Go to the Cruise Compass link above. I sent in my 8 night cruise Compass and it's posted there from my Allure sailing. It will give you an idea of what to expect. Things change of course but I think it's a great starting point. Good Luck, I still have my teen help me with the app. I dislike the angst it causes having to make reservations for the shows even though I understand it. They will have a great time. beccaball, michaelp1446 and Southern Waters 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaelp1446 Posted September 13, 2022 Report Share Posted September 13, 2022 Great advice from @Neesa. If they are truly technology challenged have them map out their requests on paper. Upon embarkation there should be someone stationed (usually one of the Lounges) that can assist in making the reservations for them. I don't believe they have brought back making advanced show reservations online yet. One caveat... If they are staying in a G.S. or higher, the Suite Concierge should reach out a week before by email and can assist with advanced reservations. They may not be able to make show reservations but should have a more updated schedule. YMMV beccaball and Neesa 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FloatyBoaty Posted September 13, 2022 Report Share Posted September 13, 2022 Also, please tell them not to worry - they don't HAVE to do it by themselves. When they get on the ship there will be crew members that can direct them to wherever entertainment bookings are being done. There's a box office, but on embarkation day there is also usually a spot where they're doing bookings such as Bolero's or the Bionic bar. I hope they have a great cruise! Neesa and beccaball 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neesa Posted September 13, 2022 Report Share Posted September 13, 2022 See I'm tech challenged myself but maybe one can have directions and the other can do it. Click here, then here, then go to show times etc. But I agree, they can get someone to help, but I understand feeling like your in control of your experience as well. beccaball and michaelp1446 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beccaball Posted September 13, 2022 Author Report Share Posted September 13, 2022 22 minutes ago, Neesa said: See I'm tech challenged myself but maybe one can have directions and the other can do it. Click here, then here, then go to show times etc. But I agree, they can get someone to help, but I understand feeling like your in control of your experience as well. Yes I know how to find all of this and showed them..... I was just hoping to have a paper copy of the previous shows as a guide/example...... Thank you for the pictures Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beccaball Posted September 13, 2022 Author Report Share Posted September 13, 2022 42 minutes ago, Neesa said: Go to the Cruise Compass link above. I sent in my 8 night cruise Compass and it's posted there from my Allure sailing. It will give you an idea of what to expect. Things change of course but I think it's a great starting point. Good Luck, I still have my teen help me with the app. I dislike the angst it causes having to make reservations for the shows even though I understand it. They will have a great time. I am not seeing the cruise compass link above..... Im sorry,.... where is that at? Something you posted or RC Blog? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neesa Posted September 13, 2022 Report Share Posted September 13, 2022 9 minutes ago, beccaball said: Yes I know how to find all of this and showed them..... I was just hoping to have a paper copy of the previous shows as a guide/example...... Thank you for the pictures Oh I'm sorry, I meant maybe they would feel more comfortable with a homemade by you step by step guide, this is how I did it my first time. Even though I was showed how to do it I was so excited I forgot everything, I looked at my own pre prepared directions and got it done in the terminal. Lol! I'm sure I was a site! Teenager couldn't run away fast enough. Now she just does it for me. beccaball 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beccaball Posted September 13, 2022 Author Report Share Posted September 13, 2022 13 minutes ago, beccaball said: I am not seeing the cruise compass link above..... Im sorry,.... where is that at? Something you posted or RC Blog? I found it..... geez if it was a snake it would of bit me lol Thank you for the direction! Neesa 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beccaball Posted September 13, 2022 Author Report Share Posted September 13, 2022 9 minutes ago, Neesa said: Oh I'm sorry, I meant maybe they would feel more comfortable with a homemade by you step by step guide, this is how I did it my first time. Even though I was showed how to do it I was so excited I forgot everything, I looked at my own pre prepared directions and got it done in the terminal. Lol! I'm sure I was a site! Teenager couldn't run away fast enough. Now she just does it for me. No thank you.... this was a smart way of doing it.... I'm typing them a to do list once they checkin.... to help guide them Thank you for all the help Neesa 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neesa Posted September 13, 2022 Report Share Posted September 13, 2022 15 minutes ago, beccaball said: I am not seeing the cruise compass link above..... Im sorry,.... where is that at? Something you posted or RC Blog? beccaball 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeWhoWaits Posted September 13, 2022 Report Share Posted September 13, 2022 Making a paper list of shows and times from previous cruises is a great idea. There is someone available to help with app questions during the cruise. On both Ovation and Freedom this year, there was a kiosk set up with scheduled hours. The time was fairly long on embarkation day and reduced as the cruise went on. If the tech helper isn't available, Guest Services can assist with most app-related questions as well. Your parents just need to not be afraid to ask for help. michaelp1446, beccaball and Neesa 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pattycruise Posted September 13, 2022 Report Share Posted September 13, 2022 One thing to think of when booking....look up the weather. If there is an Aqua show it will delay if it's raining and/or cancel. Neesa 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KevinJ Posted September 13, 2022 Report Share Posted September 13, 2022 On our Oasis cruise we booked the Aqua show for when we were still in port at Canaveral. I think this was the only one where they performed the whole show. All the others were either canceled or had pieces cut for various reasons. It was really cool watching the high wire walk with a lightning storm off in the distance. During the behind the scenes with the entertainment staff they were asked about lightning. We were told they would cancel if it was within six miles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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