Lovetocruise2002 Posted May 30, 2018 Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 Ok RC Blog family...normally I am not so indecisive but I'm really struggling with this one. Trying to decide between a JS on Deck 11 or Deck 9 on Mariner. Here's what I have so far: Deck 9 Pros: mid ship, buffered in between decks with staterooms only Deck 9 Cons: balcony is "metal box" like and it doesn't have the glass panels Deck 11 Pros: brand new addition, clear glass balcony, possibly more storage (saw this on an Adventure scope) Deck 11 cons: possible noise from gym and solarium, very forward so not sure about motion (we are a bit sensitive to motion). It's been a while since I've sailed a Voyager class ship so I cannot remember what type of motion to expect. JS are the darker blue ones. What should I do?? What would you pick?? Deck 9: Deck 11: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skid Posted May 30, 2018 Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 Hi, S. Not a junior suite, but we just stayed midship on Adventure (also Voyager class) in a hump balcony deck 7, also sandwiched between stateroom decks. Had the metal box balcony, but that really was not an issue for us. The new deck 11 cabins were right off of the peek-a-boo bridge feature (very cool). With all the public space on deck 11, I'd go with deck 9. The only other thing you should consider is that, at least on Adventure, the deck 9 cabins were refurbished but still had all the old furniture and bathroom, while the deck 11 cabins were brand new. I guess I just confused you more than I helped. Sorry! Sweety and Lovetocruise2002 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweety Posted May 30, 2018 Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 I can't wait to you live blog this cruise. I am going on this ship with a B2B cruise next year. I like JS on deck nine. Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted May 30, 2018 Author Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 6 minutes ago, Sweety said: I can't wait to you live blog this cruise. I am going on this ship with a B2B cruise next year. I like JS on deck nine. Lol. I have to book it first. Not sure what I am waiting for...the price dropped a bit this afternoon. I'm within the final payment window on this one so I think I am hesitating because that means no changes or re-pricing. I've never booked a cruise this short notice before. The Type A in me is struggling lol. Sweety and Skid 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweety Posted May 30, 2018 Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 18 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: Lol. I have to book it first. Not sure what I am waiting for...the price dropped a bit this afternoon. I'm within the final payment window on this one so I think I am hesitating because that means no changes or re-pricing. I've never booked a cruise this short notice before. The Type A in me is struggling lol. YOLO book it. I just paid for my fourth cruise this Summer. I will be on the Majesty three times. Lovetocruise2002, ellcee, Skid and 1 other 1 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hayley_bopp Posted May 30, 2018 Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 I don't think you'd get noise from the gym on the deck 11 cabins unless you're in the one which shares a wall with it. The door to the gym would be between the stairwells I imagine so don't think you'd get gym users going past your door either. Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob_KY Posted May 30, 2018 Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 Have not been on this ship, but recommend looking at what is above and below the staterooms you are considering. It looks like you would be below the second level (deck 12) of the fitness center & spa. Not sure of the noise. Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted May 30, 2018 Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 Adventure recently had a little motion but I didn't see any one bothered by it. However if your crew is sensitive to motion that might be a factor. I'd be tempted to go new on deck 11. I like the easy access to the pool deck and solarium. Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted May 30, 2018 Author Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 1 hour ago, twangster said: I'd be tempted to go new on deck 11. I like the easy access to the pool deck and solarium. This is exactly why I want try it. Brand new...can't beat that. But I am worried about the motion. @twangster, how would you say it compared to Anthem? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted May 30, 2018 Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 10 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: But I am worried about the motion. Bonine and book it! Trevor, whitsmom, AlohaLivin and 2 others 3 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skid Posted May 30, 2018 Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 33 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: But I am worried about the motion We were on Anthem in March 2016 and Adventure in May 2017 and May 2018. If memory serves me correctly, under similar circumstances Adventure will rock more. You have already experienced Anthem in less than perfect weather. If that bothered you, help yourself by staying midship on 9. Might I suggest getting seabands? They have worked for many people. Happy sailing no matter what you decide. Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rose City Cruiser Posted May 30, 2018 Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 You will be so close to the Solarium Bar! YOLO book it! No RAGRETS! ellcee and Lovetocruise2002 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted May 30, 2018 Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 1 hour ago, Matt said: Bonine and book it! Is that a BOLO? or BYOLO? JLMoran, Matt and Rose City Cruiser 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted May 30, 2018 Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 2 hours ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: This is exactly why I want try it. Brand new...can't beat that. But I am worried about the motion. @twangster, how would you say it compared to Anthem? I'd say that's really hard to judge because the sea conditions on each were so different. Looking at OA class in an L1 you are high and well aft of center. On Allure I felt some minor motion on deck 18 (bedroom). It didn't bother me but I heard some people mention it. The point is - it would seem a loft on OA has potential for some motion but would that stop you from booking one? Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted May 30, 2018 Author Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 Just now, twangster said: The point is - it would seem a loft on OA has potential for some motion but would that stop you from booking one? Ha! No way! I did book one. Harmony 1722 coming soon! Thanks for all the insight everyone. I really appreciate it. Pretty much leaning towards Deck 11...you know me...I am easily swayed by "new" things so those rooms being newer than the others is a huge push for me. And I'm really not a fan of the metal panels on the Voyager balconies. I've never stayed forward before on any ship, so there's a first time for everything right? I like @Matt's idea, just pack lots of Gravol (our version of Bonine in Canada). Hopefully I don't regret it lol. Skid 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skid Posted May 30, 2018 Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 19 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: Pretty much leaning towards Deck 11.. And I pretty much knew that would happen the minute I said to go with deck 9.ENJOY!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted May 30, 2018 Author Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 Just now, Skid said: And I pretty much knew that would happen the minute I said to go with deck 9.ENJOY!!! Actually, it was partially the "old furniture and bathroom" part. lol Skid 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skid Posted May 30, 2018 Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 3 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: Actually, it was partially the "old furniture and bathroom" part. lol Glad l helped! But remember I was talking about Adventure. I guess it's possible they are redoing everything on Mariner, but I don't think so. Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason.H. Posted May 30, 2018 Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 New on deck 11 for sure. I swear motion is worse the farther you go back on these ships. Front to mid is always best. Maybe the way the keel "cuts" through the water. We did an aqua theater suite tour on the back of allure and the motion was awful, and we hadn't even noticed any motion anywhere else on the ship. Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DunkelBierJay Posted May 30, 2018 Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 I would go deck 11 panoramic in a heartbeat. I wouldn't worry about noise. I asked the same question about the same type of room on Explorer and was told it wasn't an issue. Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted May 30, 2018 Author Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 I booked it! 1104. I would have taken 1106 but it was already taken. Watched a scope of Adventure 1106 and the newer bathroom and shelving pretty much sealed the deal for me. Hopefully it's the same on Mariner. If there is motion or noise...it's 4 nights...my one daughter and I will deal. Hubby and my younger one aren't bothered by it. Thanks again everyone! Skid, JLMoran and DunkelBierJay 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boston Babe Posted May 30, 2018 Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 Just now, Lovetocruise2002 said: I booked it! 1104. I would have taken 1106 but it was already taken August? that is fabulous! I'm looking at her too for the future. I'm so happy for you!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted May 30, 2018 Author Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 14 minutes ago, Boston Babe said: August? that is fabulous! I'm looking at her too for the future. I'm so happy for you!! I'm excited too. I haven't sailed Voyager class since our very first cruise 16 years ago! It will be strange to walk on board at first. The suite snob had to take a back seat though. A JS this time and no more because that is enough to get us to Diamond finally. Sweety 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted May 30, 2018 Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 I looked at the sailing. Saw a deal on an inside GTY but going through the checkout process it turned into a studio inside. With a flight tacked on it wasn't worth it for just four C&A points. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest toodle68 Posted May 30, 2018 Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 Location, location, location.. we loved the panoramic rooms on Adventurer because of the location. We looked at these same rooms but they were a little too high price wise at the time. I would not pick 1100, but I would go with the JS on 11. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted May 30, 2018 Author Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 Just now, twangster said: I looked at the sailing. Saw a deal on an inside GTY but going through the checkout process it turned into a studio inside. With a flight tacked on it wasn't worth it for just four C&A points. Oh come on!!! We could sail together!!! Make it worth your while and just tack on a B2B or something! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted May 30, 2018 Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 Just now, Lovetocruise2002 said: Oh come on!!! We could sail together!!! Make it worth your while and just tack on a B2B or something! I can't. Anything more than 10 points and I miss my glass block on Symphony. It's all about the numbers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted May 30, 2018 Author Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 Just now, twangster said: I can't. Anything more than 10 points and I miss my glass block on Symphony. It's all about the numbers! 3 more nights on Mariner makes it only 7 points! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted May 30, 2018 Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 Just now, Lovetocruise2002 said: 3 more nights on Mariner makes it only 7 points! No studios available on the weekend. Besides I've got Mariner booked in October with an aft balcony plus I've booked the RoyalCaribbeanblog.com Mariner Double Dip to Cococay Group Cruise next March. I've also got Nassau/Cococay booked on at least two other cruises, maybe a 3rd. Three Mariner cruises and half a dozen stops in Nassau/Cococay is enough. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted May 30, 2018 Author Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 Just now, twangster said: No studios available on the weekend. Besides I've got Mariner booked in October with an aft balcony plus I've booked the RoyalCaribbeanblog.com Mariner Double Dip to Cococay Group Cruise next March. I've also got Nassau/Cococay booked on at least two other cruises, maybe a 3rd. Three Mariner cruises and half a dozen stops in Nassau/Cococay is enough. Ok then go back to your original plan...fill your time with Celebrity. Book the same sailing that I'm on. Get off on Friday. Spend a day in Miami or wherever, then hop onto the Celebrity Equinox on Saturday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boston Babe Posted May 30, 2018 Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 11 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: I'm excited too. I think it's fantastic! for 4 nights you don't have to have the best! If I were to do it, like @twangster said, I would do B2B, would not be worth the air fare for us. don't you wish sometimes you lived in Florida! LOL, knowing you , you would be one every other weekend! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted May 30, 2018 Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 Just now, Lovetocruise2002 said: Ok then go back to your original plan...fill your time with Celebrity. Book the same sailing that I'm on. Get off on Friday. Spend a day in Miami or wherever, then hop onto the Celebrity Equinox on Saturday. I try to avoid hotel stays between ships, they are expensive when you add meals and such. Makes you appreciate what great value cruising is. Besides my dog is threatening divorce if I book much more. Sweety, Lovetocruise2002 and ellcee 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted May 30, 2018 Author Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 Just now, Boston Babe said: I think it's fantastic! for 4 nights you don't have to have the best! If I were to do it, like @twangster said, I would do B2B, would not be worth the air fare for us. don't you wish sometimes you lived in Florida! LOL, knowing you , you would be one every other weekend! Originally I didn't even bother to look at Mariner because I thought the cost of airfare wasn't going to be worth it. However, I think because it leaves on a Monday, airfare is actually cheaper than I have ever paid flying to Florida. That motivated me to look into it more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boston Babe Posted May 30, 2018 Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 Just now, Lovetocruise2002 said: That motivated me to look into it more. Plus you're going to Florida in august so less $ too! did you tell the girls yet? Or better yet, did you tell Hubby! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted May 30, 2018 Author Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 1 minute ago, twangster said: I try to avoid hotel stays between ships, they are expensive when you add meals and such. Makes you appreciate what great value cruising is. Besides my dog is threatening divorce if I book much more. Ok...but if you change your mind...we could do a Twangster and Lovetocruise combo live blog... ellcee 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted May 30, 2018 Author Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 Just now, Boston Babe said: Plus you're going to Florida in august so less $ too! did you tell the girls yet? Or better yet, did you tell Hubby! Hubby is ready to divorce me just like how @twangster's dog is going to divorce him! I promised him that this would be it between August and March 2019. And the girls are excited, especially my little one because we are actually celebrating her birthday on board. Sweety and ellcee 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JLMoran Posted May 30, 2018 Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 6 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: I promised him that this would be it between August and March 2019. Hmmm, why is this reminding me of Beauty and the Beast...? Beast: "How do I win her over?!?" Cogsworth: "There are the usual methods: Flowers, chocolates, promises you don't intend to keep..." MicDay, Skid and Lovetocruise2002 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boston Babe Posted May 30, 2018 Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 16 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: And the girls are excited, especially my little one because we are actually celebrating her birthday on board Oh how fun!! I hope you let Rc or your TA know so they can make a huge fuss over her! YOu can decorate your door too! she would love that!! What a special birthday for her! Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted May 30, 2018 Author Report Share Posted May 30, 2018 1 minute ago, Boston Babe said: Oh how fun!! I hope you let Rc or your TA know so they can make a huge fuss over her! YOu can decorate your door too! she would love that!! What a special birthday for her! We did note it on our reservations. My "little one" is entering the double digits...not so little anymore... ellcee 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweety Posted May 31, 2018 Report Share Posted May 31, 2018 Cruising is addicted. I am trying to add one more cruise. Next year we are going on five different ships. Need one more to make it even. Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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