happy cruzin

That's where I was sent when I got there around 10:30. My friends told me to expect it as they've done it twice. Probably just depends on how fast they can get people off the ship and through customs and they can open the dome for arrivals.

Thanks for the info!

If you get there early enough they will send you to the back of the Queen mary to check in.

Huh...who knew??!?!?

In all of our cruises we have never checked in "off-site". How early are we talking?? We typically get to the ports by 10 - are we likely to be sent to the Queen Mary??

First time cruisers....leaving on the Carnival Freedom 2/2.

 

DW and I love to travel, and purchase upgrades whenever possible as part of the experience.

 

I thought the $50 was super inexpensive for priority boarding!

....and immediate access to your cabin upon boarding - so that you don't have to haul around your carry ons! ;)

We are going on the Miracle in February and I keep reading about Carnival's "early check-in" on the Queen Mary. Is that everyone - or just those staying on the Queen Mary?? :confused:

We are staying at the port - but not on the Queen Mary....so I am just trying to figure out how it works! :cool:

Thanks.

We had FTTF once and it was NOT like this at all. Plat and diamond were sent first, then FTTF. No one pushed their way to the front. Just more sour grapes....

Not at all....YOU are mistaken! :eek:

I have NEVER said I had any problem with FTTF - just relating my experience.

They told us we were eligible to go to the VIP lounge right off, then the next person said no. We didn't really want to sit in there but DH was thirsty but I wouldn't let him go in there until we had clarification. About that time they started to board (Miami) and FTTF and Platinum boarded together. In fact we were some of the first ones just out of dumb luck we were sat near the escalator.

 

What is wrong with a diamond enjoying and celebrating they love FTTF? I don't get the problem with that.

 

We'll never be platinum but due to health issue I cannot roll around luggage and I need to be able to lay down when I need to lay down so we pay the 50.00 so I can do that.

Umm...that's not what I said. :rolleyes:

What I said was that FTTF guests pushed past Platinum and Diamond guests (to board sooner) "celebrating" that they were FTTF and how great it was....

My only point in posting at all was to clarify that often the FTTF board with or before the Platinum and Diamond guests - that's all.

Let's see, you get on before the FTTF group so unless you walk really slow and the FTTF people sprinted I don't see how you could get trampled :) Heck, before FTTF you would have been trampled by that pesky first boarding group that went on after you .

 

Those that purchase it don't get a t-shirt that says haha I paid for FTTF and you didn't. At least I didn't see where they sold it, so there might be one.

 

I am really upset now that I would have to pay for FTTF to get the perks but I don't get laundry or BOGO slots....not fair

 

I guess you are also upset that those silly people who get suites get to board early too...dang them. Wait! They board the suites after you go....they must have trampled you on the way on the ship, sorry about that it might have been me.

That certainly was NOT the case on either of our Breeze cruises - which are our only Carnival experiences with FTTF.

FTTF folks were waiting in the VIP lounge with the Platinum and Diamond guests and MANY boarded before us. Some pushing their way past us and a couple who were Diamond whooping it up about how great FTTF was! :eek: :(

So I do understand the OP's frustration with the "game" as it was referred to in a previous post! :cool:

But that department was done at 5:00 pm Eastern Time....

Huh....I guess you really do learn something new every day! Thanks ;)

I agree, but that wasn't the question presented by the OP!:)

They can, in fact, change your cabin... for the reasons I presented!:p

Guess it depends on how you read it..... :cool: ;)

We missed out on "The Call" today - Carnival rep called this afternoon and left a voicemail about an available suite upgrade/upsell for our sailing on Sunday and of course they call our home number and we were at work and missed it!! :(

 

Don't know if we would have taken it but this was our first call in 3 Carnival cruises....would have been fun to play the game. Lol. Oh well left a message and we will try her again in the am but I'm sure it's long gone by now!

Call Carnival tonight.....no need to wait until tomorrow!

Here was my room from the Dream:

 

 

 

 

My DS and his wife had this cabin (6499) and we were in the aft wrap 6501 on the Breeze - which share a small entry way off of the main hallway.

The décor is different on the Breeze but its the same layout - and it worked well for them!

It would seem only fair that you SHOULD be able to count on having the cabin you booked, provided you are not in one of the situations the others mentioned here, but it can happen. You can be moved if they deem the move to be an upgrade. To avoid this you should have your travel agent put a notation of "no upgrades, no changes" on the booking. We have faced a similar situation in the past, and found we had been "upgraded" from our chosen cabin. We did not want that upgrade as we were near friends. Our TA had to contact the cruise line and fight for our cabin back. We got it, and we now always ask her to put the "no upgrade" notation on our bookings for us ever since then.

Good point...we do the same thing as we book aft wraps and that's what we want! ;) :D

Only time they can change your cabin is if you book a handicapped cabin, and you aren't (per se), or if you book a cabin for three or four and you are two!:)

Doesn't happen often, but I've heard of it happening....:p Rarely...:rolleyes:

We had a cabin booked on Glory last year and got moved to a higher level because they decided to make all the balconies on the panorama deck for two, not three. So it can happen....

But the OP would be contacted/notified in either of those cases. They are not going to just "change" the cabin on them. ;)

DH and I both love the cinnamon buns! I also love the honeydew melon! Here's my favorite breakfast!

 

They are YUMMY!! DH really likes the small apple pastries that are usually on the tray right next to these too! ;) :D

I know I read about upsell and upgrade fairies....but this will be our first time in a balcony and DH floored me when he picked which one. I was given the option of three cabins to pick from and I picked the best one. It states the cabin number on our documents....so they won't change it on us right? I don't think I would want any upgrade or upsell even if it WAS free. Call me crazy but the more I research the cabin the more I'm in love with it. So just wondered when I was reading about upgrade and up sells. Thanks!!

Just curious....which ship did you choose?? :confused:

I know I read about upsell and upgrade fairies....but this will be our first time in a balcony and DH floored me when he picked which one. I was given the option of three cabins to pick from and I picked the best one. It states the cabin number on our documents....so they won't change it on us right? I don't think I would want any upgrade or upsell even if it WAS free. Call me crazy but the more I research the cabin the more I'm in love with it. So just wondered when I was reading about upgrade and up sells. Thanks!!

Correct! The cabin should not change - without your permission.

Congrats on your choice - sounds like it was a good one! ;) :D

We'll be waving at you, neighbor, and you're always welcome to come visit your old room in February. :)

LOL...might just have to - for "old times sake"!! ;)

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My tervis tumbler came in today!

Yay!! ;) :D

Agree with the others, deck 4 VS are the best cabins in the fleet. Not only do you have a full overhang, but the railing is nearly verticle which provides use of the entire deck (decks above have a sloped railing). There is a laundry room across the hall from 4228 if you need it, and two doors down is a door that will lead down to deck three outside. The MDR is down one flight of stairs, and the aft elevator drops you off between the Serenity and the buffet. 4237 is the mirror image of 4228, but for some reason 4228 has always been our first choice.

We've been just the opposite - for no good reason. :cool: So we went with 4228 this time - for something "different". ;)

WOW fantasitc!! thanks soooo much! cant wait!!! only 7 more months, lol!!!

Happy to help! ;)

oh yes please !!!!!!

Here 'ya go - 4327 on the Miracle. They are out on fb - but you do not have to have a fb log in to view the photos. ;)

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1611180596783.2080624.1154291247&type=1&l=2926a9dc55

We went with 4228 (same cabin on the other side) for our February cruise. With this weather - I can't wait for some sunshine!! :D

Either room service fruit plate, Cheerios with skim milk and a banana on the balcony, or if I'm being bad, grits, ham, and a danish on the Lido deck. I don't eat cereal at home, but on a cruise, I love it!

LOL...me too! ;) :D

From carnival.com FAQ's -

Q: Are there restrictions on what we can bring aboard?

A: RESTRICTED ITEMS – SAFETY AND SECURITY POLICY

In order to maintain a safe and secure environment, Carnival prohibits bringing certain items onboard. Additionally, we reserve the right to confiscate (and destroy) any articles that in our discretion are considered dangerous or pose a risk or inconvenience to the safety and security of the ship, or our guests, and no compensation will be provided.

Confiscated Items

• Alcohol (hard liquor)/sealed, unopened bottles

• Beer/sealed, unopened bottles/cans

• Wine or champagne/sealed, unopened bottles - beyond the allowable limit of one bottle (750 ml. size) per adult 21 years of age (brought on at embarkation time only in their carry-on luggage)

• Clothing irons and steamers (all Carnival ships offer laundry facilities with irons and ironing boards. Fleet-wide valet laundry service is also available for a nominal fee.)

• Electrical and household appliances, i.e. coffee makers, hot plates, toasters, etc. (See Exceptions)

• Heating Pads

• Hookah

Exceptions:

• Personal grooming devices such as hair dryers, flat irons, curling irons, and shavers, are allowed on board when used with proper caution. However, if such devices are determined to pose a hazard, they will be removed and returned the last day of the cruise prior to debark.

• Electronics such as laptops, cameras, cellular phones, etc. are allowed on board when used with proper caution.

• Electrical devices such as fans, power strips, multi plug box outlets/adaptors, and extension cords are allowed on board when used with proper caution. However, if such devises are determined to pose a hazard, they will be removed and returned the last day of the cruise prior to debark.

Prohibited Items – will be disposed of prior to boarding

• Large coolers

(Small, personal-sized coolers no larger than 12” x 12” x 12” for the purpose of housing small quantities of non-alcoholic beverages and/or medications are permitted as carry-on luggage.)

• Alcohol in unsealed containers

• Firearms (Including, non-firing weapons and starter pistols)

• Ammunition (i.e., bullets, shot or missile that can be fired using a propellant)

• Imitation or replica weapons (Including., de-commissioned weapons or those not capable of being fired, toy weapons, or any other item made, intended or adapted to be used as a weapon)

• Explosives or explosive component parts, (Including, detonators)

• Fireworks or pyrotechnics (except those previously approved in connection with a company stage production which have been properly manifested)

• Taser or electronic stun guns

• Pepper or mace sprays

• Telescopic or regular batons

• Martial arts equipment (Including; flails, throwing stars, belt buckle knives, etc.)

• Handcuffs, brass knuckles

• Compressed gas bottles/cylinders

(Medical gas bottles/oxygen cylinders: Allowed in connection with a certified medical condition but cannot be packed in baggage. Oxygen cylinders must be delivered to guest services and stored in a designated safe area.)

• Knives with blades longer than four (4) inches ( Recreational dive knives are allowed but must be held in the custody of the Guest Services Manager or Chief Security Officer and must be checked out/in by the owner for dive excursions during the cruise.)

• Dive tanks (empty or full), diver spears/slings

• Household goods or tools of trade (Anything not listed under Exceptions)

• Candles

• Incense

• Volatile and highly flammable liquids such as cigarette lighter fluid

• Scissors with blades longer than four (4) inches (Large scissors of the type used by scrapbook and quilting enthusiasts are at times permitted with prior notification from the Security Services Department, but are held onboard in the same manner as dive knives.)

• Medical Marijuana, Kava

• Bicycles

• Surfboards - (Boogie Boards no more than 42 Inches in length are allowed for use in port only and must be stored in guest’s stateroom)

• Scooters (only permitted if used for mobility – must be stored in guest’s stateroom)

• Boats/canoes

• Segways

• Any footwear with wheels, i.e. Heely’s type shoes

• Lasers

• Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB)

Miscellaneous Concerns:

• Live Animals: Only qualified service animals once approved by Guest Access Services at time of booking.

• Flowers and Plants: May be brought on board in the port of embarkation but are not permitted to be taken off the ship in the United States, per the U.S Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) Agricultural Division.

• Musical Instruments: We will allow musical instruments onboard, however, if a noise complaint is received it will be confiscated by shipboard security and returned to the guest on the morning of debarkation.

• Radios/Boom Boxes: For the comfort of all our guests, radios and boom boxes can be used with headphones or earpieces when used in public areas.

• Wrapped Gifts: Guests may bring wrapped gifts on board; however, due to heightened security, the gift may have to be unwrapped, upon request.

• DVDs/VCRs/Nintendo/Play Units: Due to compatibility issues with stateroom televisions, these items can only be utilized in suites and guests must provide their own RCA cables.

• Fish Caught on Fishing Expeditions: The fish cannot be brought on board; it must be shipped home.

• Floatation Devices: For the comfort of all our guests, rafts, tubes and floatation devices other than those used as life preservers (water wings) cannot be used in the swimming pools on board.

• Golf Clubs: Should be included with checked baggage and remain in the cabin when not in use.

• Items for In Port Use only: Snorkel gear, skateboards, fishing rods (packed), tennis rackets, kites (packed), roller blades/skates, metal detectors, Boogie Boards no more than 42 Inches in length. These items must be stored in stateroom.

Thanks. Mom had looked but couldn't find the info.

 

We are sailing on the 26th so we'll make sure to use them up then. Have no idea how many she has.

LOL...I bumped in to it over the weekend - looking for something else!! ;)

If you search the FAQ's on carnival.com for "paper photo coupons" it says they will both be accepted until February 1st, 2014

http://www.carnival.com/core/faq.aspx?icid=CC_Footer_88#q-1357026

Q: I still have paper bar/photo coupons, when do they expire?

A: Carnival will continue to accept all paper coupons until 1 Feb 2014.