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We always request our MDR dining preference at booking time. We simply ask for a table for just ourselves and never had an issue. This is true whether it's just DH and me for a table for two, or if we are with our kids for a table for four.

We just got off Odyssey and this is the first time we never had an issue finding a seat (including departure morning). Not sure if people were elsewhere, but it was a nice change.

Been on both (just got off Odyssey) and loved both. My favorite is Symphony, but since you've been on Symphony, and also on Harmony, I'd recommend giving Odyssey a try for something different. It's very modern beautiful ship. For outside spots, it's mostly pool deck and one above but you also get beautiful views from Two70 and Solarium. Odyssey is missing the Aqua show and ice rink (and Broadway show) but still has two very good production shows, plus tons of activities. Let us know what you decide.

This might be a bit of a strange question but I'm reading the details of the Tail Coaster at Labadee, and it says that long hair must be tied back in a bun. Can anyone confirm they have this rule when you are there? My daughter does have long hair but doesn't typically wear it in a bun so just checking as she'll need to figure out how to hold it up as such if so. Thanks.

CoCo Cay is a stop on a few of our cruises. We've been there twice and we purchased it for the last time for our upcoming cruise. Our kids aren't big beach people and we'll be on Odyssey (without slides) so it's a fun day for them for something they can't do on the ship. Having said that, the price hit our limit but we bought it on Black Friday last year so when it was 50% off. Going forward though, unless prices come down to what it used to be, they will enjoy the big pool and a bit of beach time. It is a fun place for them though. (For DH and I, we go in the wave pool but not the slides but don't mind sitting in the area).

We had a specialty restaurant booked for our March cruise. I noticed the price went down so I cancelled and then tried to rebook but it's not letting me for the same time (which now shows again) or for another time within the timeframe. Although the order history shows cancelled, it's still showing as Reserved so it thinks there is a conflict. Does this normally take time for it to drop off? Hoping we don't lose the time that we wanted.

That was, and probably still is, true. Unfortunately the starting prices for the newly released cruises for 2025/2026 are also way up there. We ended up booking an older ship with no bells and whistles with our kids (who will be 16 and 20 by then so they say they are ok with it) as ships like Harmony, Oasis, Adventure, Independence, etc were 2k more and up to over 7K CAD for a family of 4 in an inside room. Mind you, this is xmas but still insane as the OP's thread. I know since it's xmas it doesn't help but still, it's a lot. Sadly, I think your comment is true as well as even from starting price, it will only go up (and has already). P.S. - We will also check the shorter cruises as an alternative when they are released in Feb, but not expecting any different.

Uninstall and reinstall didn't do anything. Ugh...that's horrible that it wasn't working on the cruise. Sounds like something on your phone. Thank goodness it worked for you later that day. For us, it is definitely account related...and only on the app. DH actually managed to re-install the previous version of the app on his phone as he was able to tell that a new version came out this past Friday and that's when it stopped working. The previous version worked for him. I didn't do so and low and behold, it worked Monday afternoon. Who knows...why. I did email them with all the details as suggested, but have not gotten any response. Hopefully it stays working.

Thank you! Let me try them. Now DH can no longer sign in either. 😞

Yes we did all that. But don't think that mattered as my husband can sign into the app on my phone no issues. It's something with my account on the app (i.e. my account doesn't work on my phone or on his phone). And I can sign in to the cruise planner on the computer no problem.

I was fine until Friday but since then i cannot sign in to the app. I am fine signing in to cruise planner on the computer. My husband can sign in to the app using his account on my phone. If I try to sign in to the app on my phone...or his phone...it spins and spins looking up our reservations. Anyone else? We are on a cruise end of December and I am the main account holder so need to have this resolved.(e.g. My husband doesn't see our kids reservation as they are in a separate room)

Thanks so much! I saw the "Lets add it now" but figured that was just for booked cruises.

Wondering if they removed this option from the Royal App, or if I'm just not seeing it. You used to be able to view the cruise planner for any cruise by returning to the main menu and selecting a ship and then date. When I try now when in my own booking, if I select the person and then "Select a different cruise", it only lets me open the planner for any booked cruises. Did they remove this ability? Or there is some other way to get there that I am not seeing?

Thanks for the reply! Will look up where Adrenaline Beach is. Sounds like a good location. And thanks for the warning about the rocks. Are all areas at Labadee like that? We have an 18 and 14 year old.

This may be a bit of an odd question but was thinking about logistics for our upcoming visit to Labadee. We signed our kids up for the Tail Coaster ride early in the morning at 10am. As a comparison, I know that CoCo Cay loungers go fast so wondering if it's the same at Labdee and have some questions. Questions What is the best free area for beach time? Is it near the Tail Coaster? Will we have issues getting loungers? Or should we try and go a bit early to grab a couple? (Also don't want to be a chair hog...guessing the Tail Coaster doesn't take long though). Originally I was thinking we would just go to the Tail Coaster when we arrive but also want to make sure we have somewhere to sit during the day that is decent. Thanks.

Anyone been to Wonderland on Wonder? Sounds like the experience is different by ship. We have it booked for the experience (food seems a bit weird but wanted to try it at least once). Only dinner is offered. Curious what ships offer it at lunch?

Thanks for the note. I actually didn't realize that from Galveston as assumed it was similar to Florida. We've cruised on Anthem out of New Jersey before so not a huge deal for us (mind you, Anthem was made for cold weather).

Congrats on just about making D+

Lol...thanks. I did do a quick price check on NCL, butt only their most recent ship is released and so it was pricey too. Can consider MCL too. However, we just hit Diamond ourselves so feels like we should enjoy the perks. 🙂

Exactly! (Your last statement) It sounds lovely always having a view of the ocean and outside. Funny enough, one of my favorite things to do on a sea day is to just walk laps (with the ocean going by in the background/next to you). Guess it will be pretty short laps on Rhapsody...lol

Thanks for the note. We actually booked 2 interiors (due to huge cruise price increase overall) and noticed they are tiny. We looked at a single spacious ocean view, which is a decent size, and for around the same price. However, a shared sofa bed doesn't work for our kids as they will be older. Plus figured even if small, we get 2 bathrooms with 2 rooms.

So true. Actually my commute to work is 1hr. 🙂 I think we're just spoiled with Miami and Ft Lauderdale. Will keep your tips in mind if we end up with booking Harmony.

Thanks so much for sharing the other side and experience on Rhapsody. I discussed with DH and he feels strongly they will be fine. As you say, they know what to expect. They will be 16 and 20 so can just enjoy the basics. This cruise has 2 ports we've been too but I think if we be sure to do something at each, plus a new port of Belize (which sounds nice), they'll be fine. And maybe they will meet others too as you mentioned. Appreciate the feedback.

From the comments, considering booking a room (we always do refundable) and then make a decision when short cruises are released. Gonna get so sick of the Roatan, Costa Maya Cozumel itinerary (minus CoCo Cay on this one). Also dates might make a difference as for Harmony we'd have to select xmas cruise as we can't return on a Sunday before school starts up again (i.e. as in new years cruise). For Harmony, anyone know if the sofa beds are similar to Symphony where they are more of a trundle bed? Or are they like on Voyager class where they are a double flat mattress?

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