hallyluhopper Posted July 26, 2017 Report Share Posted July 26, 2017 Just wondering if the same people book the group cruises every time. We will be on Symphony of the Seas group cruise in Nov. 2018. It was be our first group cruise. I am ready to make new friends, but a little nervous too lol. Will we be the only newbies? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocLC Posted July 26, 2017 Report Share Posted July 26, 2017 I'm pretty confident that there will always be newbies with each group cruise as the site gets discovered by new people. In addition, there are others like me who aren't new to the site, but haven't yet been able to make it into a group cruise because of family and work obligations. hallyluhopper 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted July 26, 2017 Report Share Posted July 26, 2017 We get a good mix of folks, but you definitely should not feel like the new kid at school. hallyluhopper 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrianAlt Posted July 26, 2017 Report Share Posted July 26, 2017 First time on a group cruise for me in September. Matt, hallyluhopper and DocLC 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madelyn D Posted July 26, 2017 Report Share Posted July 26, 2017 I'm considering this cruise and I will be a newbie! hallyluhopper 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Dawg Ron Posted July 26, 2017 Report Share Posted July 26, 2017 12 hours ago, hallyluhopper said: Just wondering if the same people book the group cruises every time. We will be on Symphony of the Seas group cruise in Nov. 2018. It was be our first group cruise. I am ready to make new friends, but a little nervous too lol. Will we be the only newbies? Let me tell you something about this group. I've never met anyone in this group that made me feel like an outsider looking in. You will be welcomed with open arms...this is the most positive group I've EVER been associated with and I credit that to Matt and his positive outlook on life and cruising. No need to worry if you are a newbie or not, or left out, or anything like that. The only way you'll be left out is if you stay in your cabin or avoid the group...which BTW is hard to do!!! BrianAlt, hallyluhopper, WAAAYTOOO and 6 others 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hallyluhopper Posted July 26, 2017 Author Report Share Posted July 26, 2017 Thanks for your input. I've been on the Royal Caribbean blog site since 2013, and I've enjoyed the live chats. It's nice to know this group of people are always welcoming. Big Dawg Ron 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hallyluhopper Posted July 26, 2017 Author Report Share Posted July 26, 2017 4 hours ago, Madelyn D said: I'm considering this cruise and I will be a newbie! Please come! It's sounds like we will have a great time Madelyn D 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hallyluhopper Posted July 26, 2017 Author Report Share Posted July 26, 2017 5 hours ago, Matt said: We get a good mix of folks, but you definitely should not feel like the new kid at school. Thanks That's great to hear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocLC Posted July 26, 2017 Report Share Posted July 26, 2017 5 hours ago, Big Dawg Ron said: Let me tell you something about this group. I've never met anyone in this group that made me feel like an outsider looking in. You will be welcomed with open arms...this is the most positive group I've EVER been associated with and I credit that to Matt and his positive outlook on life and cruising. No need to worry if you are a newbie or not, or left out, or anything like that. The only way you'll be left out is if you stay in your cabin or avoid the group...which BTW is hard to do!!! Just wait until I join the group, Ron! ;) Oh wait, we're Facebook friends. I guess that means I need to be nice! :) In all seriousness, this group is like family and you'll get to that feeling, too, as you get more experience on the boards. I'd also recommend joining Matt's various broadcasts on Facebook, Periscope, and Instagram as many participate there as well. In no time, you'll feel like you no everybody like they were your neighbor--the one's you like; not the crazy ones down the street. Big Dawg Ron, hallyluhopper, RobWhatley and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBRSKI Posted July 26, 2017 Report Share Posted July 26, 2017 This will be our first group cruise as well. I know I had asked this question in the past in regards to activities directly related to booking with MEI vs our own TA but I think certain things are special when booked with MEI. I think Matt can elaborate on this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hallyluhopper Posted July 26, 2017 Author Report Share Posted July 26, 2017 I've heard that as well, and I've seen a post stating there are speci things we will get to be a part of. I truly excited to be part of this group. I see the interaction online, and everyone seems like one big happy royalcaribbeanblog family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hallyluhopper Posted July 26, 2017 Author Report Share Posted July 26, 2017 1 hour ago, DocLC said: Just wait until I join the group, Ron! ;) Oh wait, we're Facebook friends. I guess that means I need to be nice! :) In all seriousness, this group is like family and you'll get to that feeling, too, as you get more experience on the boards. I'd also recommend joining Matt's various broadcasts on Facebook, Periscope, and Instagram as many participate there as well. In no time, you'll feel like you no everybody like they were your neighbor--the one's you like; not the crazy ones down the street. I get what you said, and I didn't think you were being "mean". It is a nice group. It has to be if I am going to book and be part of the group cruise. To be honest. I am great online, but I'm a bit introverted. My hubby on the other hand has no problem talking to people lol ?. I'm still excited about being with this group. I know we are going to have a great time. DocLC 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocLC Posted July 27, 2017 Report Share Posted July 27, 2017 1 minute ago, hallyluhopper said: I get what you said, and I didn't think you were being "mean". It is a nice group. It has to be if I am going to book and be part of the group cruise. To be honest. I am great online, but I'm a bit introverted. My hubby on the other hand has no problem talking to people lol ?. I'm still excited about being with this group. I know we are going to have a great time. That's the great thing about the group cruise, especially if your introverted. One, you'll already have a sense of who these people are, so it will be easier to interact with them. Two, you aren't required to do anything with the group unless you want to. Some will do everything, while others will just pop in for events here and there. And if you end up hating everybody, which I doubt, the ships are big and you can easily avoid everyone. :) Personally, I need my alone time, but my wife says I can carry on a conversation with anyone, and even with a wall. hallyluhopper 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted July 27, 2017 Report Share Posted July 27, 2017 22 hours ago, Madelyn D said: I'm considering this cruise and I will be a newbie! I would love for you to join us! Madelyn D and DocLC 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madelyn D Posted July 27, 2017 Report Share Posted July 27, 2017 2 hours ago, Matt said: I would love for you to join us! I just have to get through my wedding and honeymoon and I will have the time to look into it more and get a quote! DocLC 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocLC Posted July 27, 2017 Report Share Posted July 27, 2017 4 minutes ago, Madelyn D said: I just have to get through my wedding and honeymoon and I will have the time to look into it more and get a quote! You're starting to sound like @KLAconQueso RobWhatley and cookingyo 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madelyn D Posted July 27, 2017 Report Share Posted July 27, 2017 Just now, DocLC said: You're starting to sound like @KLAconQueso at least she knows she gets to go on a B2B cruise for her honeymoon. I don't get to find out where I'm going until I get to their airport. DocLC 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocLC Posted July 27, 2017 Report Share Posted July 27, 2017 2 minutes ago, Madelyn D said: at least she knows she gets to go on a B2B cruise for her honeymoon. I don't get to find out where I'm going until I get to their airport. Exciting and scary at the same time. How do you know what to pack? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madelyn D Posted July 27, 2017 Report Share Posted July 27, 2017 1 minute ago, DocLC said: Exciting and scary at the same time. How do you know what to pack? Thats what happens when you think you trust your travel agent She said to pack for a beach vacation and to bring my water shoes. So I'm all packed and I guess I just hope for the best! She has never steered me wrong before! DocLC and hallyluhopper 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hallyluhopper Posted July 27, 2017 Author Report Share Posted July 27, 2017 On 7/26/2017 at 7:41 AM, Madelyn D said: I'm considering this cruise and I will be a newbie! First, congratulations on your wedding. You are brave not knowing where you're going ?. I hope you are able to come with us. Newbie or not, we will all have a great time. DocLC and Madelyn D 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAAAYTOOO Posted July 31, 2017 Report Share Posted July 31, 2017 I just got my Genie questionnaire for our Sept. Harmony group cruise so we must be getting close ! YIPEE !!!!!! BrianAlt and DocLC 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocLC Posted July 31, 2017 Report Share Posted July 31, 2017 2 minutes ago, WAAAYTOOO said: I just got my Genie questionnaire for our Sept. Harmony group cruise so we must be getting close ! YIPEE !!!!!! Another reason I should go. I'd love to meet you in person! WAAAYTOOO 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hallyluhopper Posted July 31, 2017 Author Report Share Posted July 31, 2017 21 minutes ago, WAAAYTOOO said: I just got my Genie questionnaire for our Sept. Harmony group cruise so we must be getting close ! YIPEE !!!!!! Lucky, I have awhile to wait for mine. I hope this year goes by fast Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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