Matt Posted December 19, 2014 Report Share Posted December 19, 2014 Here's a list of what I've heard is coming to Freedom as part of her drydock. Emphasis on "heard", so assume none of this to be official Hairspray will be performed Crypt nightclub will be converted to a restaurant and staterooms Diamond Club becoming Concierge Lounge Card Club room will become new Diamond Club lounge Portofino will be removed New restaurants Giovanni's Table Izumi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jticarruthers Posted December 19, 2014 Report Share Posted December 19, 2014 I heard it might be getting the ring of panoramic oceanview cabins up on the bow? You hear anything like that Matt ? Also have heard back and forth and back and forth on Dynamic Dining, that's gonna have to be a wait and see :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocLC Posted December 19, 2014 Report Share Posted December 19, 2014 Any disappointment that Sabo wasn't mentioned or are you still holding out hope? These changes are making think of moving from Liberty to Freedom; that way, I can sneak in a WDW precruise trip rather than waiting until 2017. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jticarruthers Posted December 19, 2014 Report Share Posted December 19, 2014 I think the restaurant rumored to go into the nightclub is Sabor ? DocLC 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted December 20, 2014 Author Report Share Posted December 20, 2014 If Sabor is added, it will be the greatest refurbishment ever. If it's not, the worst refurbishment ever!Seriously, I'm hoping it gets more than just the two restaurants listed above. DocLC 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markinct Posted December 20, 2014 Report Share Posted December 20, 2014 If Sabor is added, it will be the greatest refurbishment ever. If it's not, the worst refurbishment ever! Seriously, I'm hoping it gets more than just the two restaurants listed above. Matt: I'm slowly coming to the conclusion that you just might favor Sabor.... just a little.... DocLC and bkirkham 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted December 20, 2014 Author Report Share Posted December 20, 2014 Matt: I'm slowly coming to the conclusion that you just might favor Sabor.... just a little.... Oh man, how did you know?! :P markinct 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocLC Posted December 20, 2014 Report Share Posted December 20, 2014 You're even giving attention to Sabor over Izumi. Changing loyalties? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bcarney Posted December 21, 2014 Report Share Posted December 21, 2014 (and hopefully they'll fix the propulsion issues they've been having the last few weeks...) markinct and jticarruthers 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted December 21, 2014 Author Report Share Posted December 21, 2014 You're even giving attention to Sabor over Izumi. Changing loyalties? You know, I think I may be at that point. I do love Izumi but finding really good Mexican food is harder these days than good sushi. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocLC Posted December 22, 2014 Report Share Posted December 22, 2014 Come to Southern California and I'll hook you up. :) Now if we could only get a Royal ship back out here . . . NorCalJL 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jticarruthers Posted December 22, 2014 Report Share Posted December 22, 2014 I don't know as secretive as they are with the plan, there may not be enough time to address the propulsion system. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted December 22, 2014 Author Report Share Posted December 22, 2014 I don't know as secretive as they are with the plan, there may not be enough time to address the propulsion system. There should be more than enough time. Similar problems on Allure and Adventure were handled in such a manner. jticarruthers 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jticarruthers Posted December 23, 2014 Report Share Posted December 23, 2014 I was mostly joking on the propulsion comment, just frustrating that the ship will be in drydock in a few days and they still haven't said what to expect afterwards ;) Matt 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OBX Posted December 23, 2014 Report Share Posted December 23, 2014 Hi Matt.......new member here but long time lurker. Just saw your inquiry about Sabor. We just returned from a back to back on the Freedom last week so have some good news for you. According to Capt. Thor at one of the top tier events, a Mexican restaurant (not named) is to go into the space where the Crypt is now located when she goes into the much needed dry dock refurbish. During our first week (Nov 30-Dec 7) we sat in Nassau for two days while divers removed the main shaft propellers forcing loss of two port visits (St. Thomas and St. Martin). It wasn't a big deal to us as we mostly cruise now for the ship experience since we have been to most of the Caribbean islands on past cruises. Thought you might want to know what we heard from the man that ought to know! Happy Holidays! Matt, DocLC and markinct 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted December 23, 2014 Author Report Share Posted December 23, 2014 Hi Matt.......new member here but long time lurker. Just saw your inquiry about Sabor. We just returned from a back to back on the Freedom last week so have some good news for you. According to Capt. Thor at one of the top tier events, a Mexican restaurant (not named) is to go into the space where the Crypt is now located when she goes into the much needed dry dock refurbish. During our first week (Nov 30-Dec 7) we sat in Nassau for two days while divers removed the main shaft propellers forcing loss of two port visits (St. Thomas and St. Martin). It wasn't a big deal to us as we mostly cruise now for the ship experience since we have been to most of the Caribbean islands on past cruises. Thought you might want to know what we heard from the man that ought to know! Happy Holidays! Welcome OBX! So glad to hear that news. I really hope that's true markinct and DocLC 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shawn Posted December 24, 2014 Report Share Posted December 24, 2014 Back in July, I had heard Sabor, Izumi, and park cafe were being added. The staff had just seen the new sandwiches they would be featuring. I would love the new additions! OBX 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted December 27, 2014 Author Report Share Posted December 27, 2014 Captain Thor announced again Sabor was coming to the spot where the nightclub is now. I am cautiously optimistic! OBX and NorCalJL 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mpoole3 Posted January 4, 2015 Report Share Posted January 4, 2015 Any chance we will see any of the Quantum features on the Freedom? Besides the Jewel, Freedom, and Liberty (might be missing 1 or 2) almost all the ships have been in dry dock since Oasis Class. Perhaps, Michael's pub/Jamie's Italian start to spread fleet wide? I wouldn't be surprised if Royal pulls a wildcard here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted January 4, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 4, 2015 Any chance we will see any of the Quantum features on the Freedom? Besides the Jewel, Freedom, and Liberty (might be missing 1 or 2) almost all the ships have been in dry dock since Oasis Class. Perhaps, Michael's pub/Jamie's Italian start to spread fleet wide? I wouldn't be surprised if Royal pulls a wildcard here. Freedom was last in drydock in 2011 but anything is possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted January 6, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 6, 2015 Some of these were true and some werent: http://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/2015/01/06/full-list-of-royal-caribbeans-freedom-of-the-seas-changes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shawn Posted January 10, 2015 Report Share Posted January 10, 2015 Surprising cupcake board did not go away. The charms were on clearance and the crew member running it had every indication that she had to find a new position and hated to see it close. She had heard the excursion desk was moving to the spot to expand with kiosks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CitizenBlue Posted January 11, 2015 Report Share Posted January 11, 2015 (Dream music playing in background) If I were in charge for a day... Step 1: podcast listeners get suites for interior pricing... Step 2: Soft serve machines in every elevator waiting area on each floor... Step 3: Sabor on every ship immediately, and half price for those amazing podcast folks. markinct and Matt 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted January 11, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 11, 2015 (Dream music playing in background) If I were in charge for a day... Step 1: podcast listeners get suites for interior pricing... Step 2: Soft serve machines in every elevator waiting area on each floor... Step 3: Sabor on every ship immediately, and half price for those amazing podcast folks. I approve! markinct 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HumblePerk Posted August 5, 2015 Report Share Posted August 5, 2015 What does a typical refurbishment include? Liberty of the Seas is scheduled but I can't find info on what will happen beyond the slides being installed. Is it possible for decor change or carpets replaced? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted August 5, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 5, 2015 What does a typical refurbishment include? Liberty of the Seas is scheduled but I can't find info on what will happen beyond the slides being installed. Is it possible for decor change or carpets replaced? Hate to give you this answer but... it depends. It definitely is possible for there to be new carpeting or decor. Each ship's refurbishment scope seems to vary. As an example, Freedom of the Seas did not get any water slides but sister ship Liberty of the Seas will be getting three. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Vitale Posted August 6, 2015 Report Share Posted August 6, 2015 I am so stoked to have Liberty in Galveston after her refurb !!! Labor Day week 2016 can't get here too soon lol Galveston Steve and DocLC 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michelle Posted August 8, 2015 Report Share Posted August 8, 2015 I would love to see Sabor and think those are strong rumors and hoping to be true and would love Park Café items and place to eat as well - still my favorite on the Oasis and Quantum ships Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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