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It seems like we waited too long to book an excursion in Juneau. My family would like to do the Mendenhall glacier canoe and trek. Please tell me you know of someone that offers excursion and still has availability. I feel like I’ve looked everywhere. Help!  Does the cruise line ever open up more excursions if they are booked out and sold this far in advance?

2 hours ago, rolloman said:

I wonder why the Mariner is currently leaving port with passengers for the start of its 3 day Bahama cruise?

 

It's leaving because the suspension starts at midnight tonight, and all cruises currently at sea will continue their voyages.

Front page of their website today - cancel any cruise through July 31 up to 48 hours ahead of time, and get a future cruise credit valid through 2021.  Good move, RCCL.

On 3/4/2020 at 6:03 PM, Les57 said:

Called  my TA as I heard that other Cruise lines are allowing passengers to cancel with a credit on any of their upcoming cruises, no matter where they are going. Was told that RCI has no plans on doing so that they know of and my paid insurance wont help me.   We leave in 2 weeks from Bayonne and will  most likely give up our rooms and loose our money, but it is better than the alternative. I will not subject my family to potential quarantine and death.   This is supposed to be a relaxed vacation. I realize its not RCI fault, but they know its a breeding ground for the Contravirus. I only hope that  RCI,  like other Companies are doing,  will do the right thing and offer refunds.  As a once a year Cruiser, I will take RCI off my list if they dont and I am sure they will lose many royal customers.  Profits before peoples safety!!!!   I hope someone in Management is reading this.  I am not saying cancel, but offer a refund or credit for those who want it. Or at least to those who have autoimmune issue or disabilities.  I am traveling with a severely  disabled daughter , if she contracts the virus or is put in quarantine, there will be a very bad outcome.  Please RCI do the right thing!!! 

Royal Caribbean just issued a "cancel up to 48 hours prior to sailing and get a future cruise credit valid through 2021" policy..  Its on the front page of their website.

5 hours ago, ridge123 said:

My cruise is oasis of the seas this Sunday. What does “up to 48 hours” mean? 

It means you can cancel any time as long it is not past 48 hours before your cruise leaves.

Can you sign up for the zipline while you are on Coco Cay, or does it have to be done ahead of time?  The price is already &93 per person, so I can't imagine it will be much more expensive that day.  We dont want to sign up ahead of time in case we get to busy doing the waterpark and other things.

Can you sign up for the zipline while you are on Coco Cay, or does it have to be done ahead of time?  The price is already &93 per person, so I can't imagine it will be much more expensive that day.  We dont want to sign up ahead of time in case we get to busy doing the waterpark and other things.

Hello!  I bought the soda package because the advertising stated "Freestyle Coca Cola" products on Cocoa Cay.  I am assuming that will include caffeine free diet coke, as it does in Freestyle machines in many fast food restaurants.  Correct?  Does anyone know if they serve caffeine free diet on board the ship, as well?

On 10/31/2019 at 1:24 PM, acpalmer said:

 

I assume their menus are fairly accurate, but it made me laugh.  Carnitas is pork by definition, so no, they don't have "steak carnitas" or "chicken carnitas".  No fault of the poster--I'm assuming it's not his/her menu.

Actually, "by definition: carnitas means "little meats".  So you could have any type of meat, which is why they list it this way.  I think what you mean is that traditionally, it is made from pork.  But there are many places that advertise chicken and steak carnitas, not just on Coco Cay.

On 12/22/2019 at 4:47 PM, cb at sea said:

Yes...the ship provides lunch on both Coco Cay and Labadee.

 

Is the lunch different inside the water park, or is the food all the same?

On 1/15/2020 at 8:04 PM, dotwarner said:

I was there last week and did the zipline. There were 3 ziplines. You have to climb up to the platform on each one. Great workout for your legs! I don't remember how long it took, but there wasn't any waiting for me between the platforms because there weren't any other people doing the activity at that time. If there are several others ahead of you, you might have to wait a few minutes, but I doubt it would be a long wait. They were very quick in getting you hooked and unhooked. 

How was the weather?  

I waited too long to sign up for this activity, and now it is $93 each.  Opinions please:  is it worth it?  Seems like a lot to me.

Just now, John&LaLa said:

 

Technically not for Coco Cay, but for tons of other stuff

Thanks!  

Just now, John&LaLa said:

 

Look for a Black Friday sale 

Have you seen them do that, or just hoping with me?

I am so mad at myself for not booking -- I saw $52 for the waterpark, and now it has gone up to $99.   Has anyone ever seen prices drop again before sailing?  We go in March, 2020.

They were $52 a few weeks ago for my March 2020 cruise, I could kick myself for not buying them then.  Now they are up to $99.   Any one ever seen a price drop after they have gone up?

Does anyone have any suggestions on the best way to get from one of the Disney resorts to our post Disney (but non Disney) cruise?   We will be staying at the Pop Century and will need to get to Port Canaveral on March 20.  There are three of us, and would rather not spend a lot.  Thanks in advance!

I have seen Voice of the Ocean twice. The first time was fun, the second time was AMAZING. The singers that time were incredibly good -- one of them was a 12 year old with a booming, dynamic voice. Of course he won, even though the other two adults were actually even better -- BUT they both said how happy they were that the 12 year old took the prize! If you aren't sure you'd like it, just stick to the final show -- don't bother with the auditions. That can be painful. :-)

Well, I started this thread intended to update you all daily. Then I realized I didn’t bring my phone charger with me. So sorry about that! We just arrived home after disembarking this morning. If you have any questions, I’m happy to answer them!

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We arrived at Port Everglades, Terminal 2 at 11:35 this morning - ready for our 7 night Eastern Carribeam cruise. We took advantage of the Priority boarding for Platinum members (although lines were not long for anyone), and we are here in our cabin by 12:00. Just about to head out for some lunch and shop exploration, but thought I’d post pictures of our arrival Patter for all the “plan aheads” out there!

One thing to consider if you plan to use your balcony a lot (especially for sleeping) is WIND. Most balconies are very windy while underway, the exception being an aft facing balcony. Bow balconies are terribly windy. If you want to reduce wind, and therefore increase comfort, choose one of those.

Taking a moment from my R&R to report that everything is lovely aboard the Regal. We were among the first to board and headed directly to the sanctuary to get four chairs for the week. It eventually did sell out but just for sea days and that was around 1 p.m. the day of embarkation. Be aware, is I was not, that even if you are platinum and get there early the elite people are allowed to board before you do. I thought it would be first-come first-served but that was not the case. We were among the ones to get the $100 per person on board credit for not having The Medallion use. While this was lovely. It was even nicer to find that once on board they gave us unlimited WiFi, which is why I am posting here now :-). I am platinum and the notice said it was being offered to platinum and Elite. food has been very good, and the ship is big but beautiful. Be aware that the pool outside of the sanctuary is not heated and rather chilly but there are two hot tubs nearby that make up for it. I was told it is heated when they are in the Baltic. I will check back in if anyone has any specific questions.... I am enjoying myself immensely.

Was this credit given to you automatically, or did you have to ask for it?

EDIT: OOPS! JUST SAW YOU ANSWERED THIS IN A PREVIOUS THREAD.

So, did you say anything about it to the attendants?

Hopefully they are swim diapers, the ones designed to go in pools.

Soda only, $4.50 per day plus tax/tip.

No reusable cup.

Soda gun drinks only.

We did the turtle sanctuary a few years ago. Back then it seemed dirty and run down to us. The fun part to us was being able to release tiny baby turtles into the ocean.

We did las Caletas in PV - highly recommend. Very pretty area, good buffet lunch that was included, and places to snorkel just offshore. Nice beach to relax on if you don;t like snorkeling.