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31 minutes ago, Iamcruzin said:

This reminds me of my wife’s big BF deal at the craft store today.  See got a door buster for yarn $4.88. I reminded her that on the previous Sunday she purchased the same yarn on sale for $5 plus a 20% discount coupon which comes to $4. Her big door buster sale cost her .88 more 5 days later at the big BF sale. Everyone is so blinded  about the great deals on BF that they sometimes are paying more. Needless to say DW was not pleased.

Ditto.  DH bought a new tv four days ago, regular price.  Today, advertised as a BF sale, they have it on for $50 more.  I have to roll my eyes....

3 minutes ago, A&L_Ont said:

 

We have a cabana booked for October and am looking forward to hearing about people's experiences at the BC.

The cabana was my first thought but then I saw this and then second guessed myself.  

Thanks everyone.  I didn't know this was new, guess I will check back in Feb.  Mean time I might as well book it as I can always cancel if the reviews are not good.  

BTW, it's listed in my planner as $67.82 Cnd.  

Looking for thoughts on the Coco Beach Club from people who have been.  Did you feel it was worth it?  Were there many people, did it feel crowded?  What was the restaurant/food like?  Looking to book this but not sure if it would be much different than just going to the included areas.

TIA

I can't even get into my cruise planner.  Not surprising.....

16 hours ago, Oceansaway17 said:

If you like decorating the door, may I suggest you try DCL.

I was on for Halloween and I would guess 30% of doors were decorated with signs, magnets, pictures, organizers for parents etc etc.

 

I never saw any of them removed.

 

I was on DCL for Halloween and some of it was overkill!  A couple magnets I get but 50 of them and lights and streamers and webs, it just got gaudy.  I know when someone puts something up they think it looks great but does it really?  Not a popular thought but JMO.  

Our experience (twice) was that it was delivered at the end of the second week.

What is the age for entry into the Solarium?  Is it posted, is it still 16 or have they changed that?  Didn't see it listed on any of the Navigators or maybe I just missed it.  

It's a full menu.  Same as a paying guest.  We enjoyed the lunch very much.  Jamie's is a great place to eat.

This perk has been removed as of a few months ago unless you opted in.  Not sure if your cruise is included so make sure before you book.  

3 minutes ago, Ourusualbeach said:

https://www.royalcaribbean.com/booked/cruise-room-upgrade

 

 

Thank you!  So there is no need to actually worry about if the TA is going to pass information along for Royal Up.  I can check myself.  

Again, thanks!

Isn't there somewhere you can go to place a bid even if you don't get an offer from RCL?  I thought there was a spot on their website that allowed you to make offers at the 30 day mark.  No?  Did I get this wrong?  

8 hours ago, Norwich Cruiser said:

We’ve had a Central Park balcony on Harmony twice and absolutely loved it.

We enjoyed sitting on the balcony listening to the bird sounds during the day and found it extremely peaceful nice greenery views we really had no issues with people looking into our stateroom from over the way and in the evenings would chill out there for a while listening to the excellent soft guitar music that was being played.

We think they are excellent value and our favourite bar the Trellis bar is also on Central Park.

Ditto.  We now book CP exclusively.  Love the bird sounds in the day and the greenery.  Love love the music drifting up in the evenings and the cricket sounds when the music stops, the twinkly lights.  Sitting on the balcony is so relaxing.

We were nervous at first to book one because of all the 'people can see in your room' comments.  I found that to not be true.  I have yet to see anything that would make me rethink my choice of a CP cabin.  

Op, you will love CP if you do choose it.  Grab a glass of wine before dinner and enjoy it on your balcony.  I guarantee you will be all relaxed when you head out to eat.  

If you booked your cruise in Canadian funds then all related purchases before you cruise are in Canadian funds as well.  Make your purchase now and if the cost goes down then just cancel and rebook.  There is no fee for this from either your CC company or RCCL.  The one draw back is that it takes a few weeks to get your refund as RCCL is slow to process it.  

I have had one issue where I was booking drink packages for B2B cruises and prices dropped two days in a row.  I canceled and rebooked for both days however only three refunds were processed.  I had to call Royal several times to get the fourth refund returned but it did eventually come.

My point is that the time between your refund and the need to pay for the new product, which is right away, will be several weeks and so your CC will have a balance showing both.  Make sure your CC has room for that.  

Where was the Consecutive cruiser lunch held?  We did a B2B last year and it was at Jamie's, which we loved, but this looks like a different menu altogether.  

Thanks, but still looking for peoples experiences.  

What kind of 'deals' do they offer on Black Friday?  I'm wondering what to expect.  I know it depends on the ship and sailing but what has been your experience.  

Anyone see it yet?

Has anyone seen the $50 OBC that was promised for these cabins?  My email said they would be posted on the 11th but I don't see anything on either of my cruises.  Just wondering if anyone has.  

13 minutes ago, bilyclub said:

I wish they would have kept this on the main Royal board so there would be Royal specific answers.

Oh, did the Mods move it?  I thought I posted it to the wrong place so I reposted on the Royal site.  I might be in trouble, lol.

Does Miami have a Global Entry/Trusted traveler line yet?

I'm trying to recall, are the life jackets in the cabins or at the stations or maybe both?  I was just discussing this and I just don't remember them in our cabin.  I know we don't wear them to the drill.

13 minutes ago, NouCruzer said:

There is chatter on other boards that RCI has seen the error of their ways and is now offering everyone who has already booked a choice of the $50 OBC or the original perks.  

Already reported in post 292.

I would be sceptical of them getting it right if you decide that you want to keep the perks.  In six months time everyone will be fighting to get those cups and that JR meal.  

4 minutes ago, Host Clarea said:

 

That's the top executive of the Royal Caribbean brand.

Thanks, I just wanted to be sure the .com part was correct.  I sent a email off yesterday and now I'm second guessing myself.

Is it mbayley@rccl.com ?