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On 12/24/2019 at 2:33 AM, Ren1216 said:

This is interesting because I have also read lots of comments about the show not being appropriate for kids.  Some in my family don't appreciate vulgarity so I'm also wondering exactly what's causing the mixed reaction.

Just remember what GREASE is about.. Then make your decision.. 

We liked Jamie's on Harmony.. is it a mom and pop Italian joint? NO.. but it was pretty good 

Just now, John&LaLa said:

Traffic lights are merely suggestions

Its like driving in North St. Louis lol 

That's it.. I'm never cruising again!!  Its way too dangerous! lol 

1 minute ago, John&LaLa said:

 

I'm surprised the Genie couldn't get them up on the stage. 

I think if Karen had pushed the issue they may have.. but they're not the type of people to throw status around lol 🙂

On 12/17/2019 at 9:49 PM, John&LaLa said:

I'm also curious if they wave the fee for STAR passengers.  In may not matter because I don't see Insiders view for Mama Mia anyway.

We had friends in Star class in September.. they did get the better seats, but did not have the "insiders view"  I bought it for my wife's birthday.. We were given about 15 minutes to take pictures and to talk with the cast of Grease.. They did give us an autographed picture of the whole cast which I gave to our friends in Star class.. 

I bought this for Grease on Harmony so my wife could meet the cast..  The only thing I had an issue with is that the main characters disappeared right after the show, but the cast members we did meet were very gracious and loved to talk and take pictures with everyone..  Hope its as good of an experience for Cats as it was for her.. 🙂

Once again another sensational Review by Winks!  enjoy your final five cruises!

Glad you're still upright and breathing..   its 25 degrees in STL.. so wishing I was down there with y'all..   WHOOP WHOOP!!

I’d make sure it’s dry before you get on the ship..  You’re only allowed 12 non alcoholic beverages per person.. Be sure to divide em up lol 

OMG!! Im following this one.. Keep my brotha from anotha motha safe.. and get him away from the rising tide bar once in a while lol 😉

2 hours ago, WinksCruises said:

Coming Up:  What were Mr. and Mrs. Winks for Halloween?

Anxiously awaiting!

Have Fun bro! Jean and I wish we could come along, but I'm still trying to get freedom paid off for Next September...  Ill be living vicariously through your live review lol! Tell everyone we said Hello! 

On 11/25/2019 at 7:05 AM, John&LaLa said:

Luckily you have AT&T as a provider. You may be able to negotiate something, but it is your fault. 

 

Laura forgot to put it on WiFi calling once and it cost us $500 for two 30 minute calls. Tmobile gave us around $50 credit, could not do more since it was a pass thru charge from AT&T.

 

I got hit with a $50.00 charge from ATT on our harmony cruise.. I thought Cozumel was covered under my plan.. well.. its not.. Lesson Learned.. 

On 11/15/2019 at 4:14 PM, APDMOM said:

Unfortunately, it is not very functional.  If you only have the free wifi, you get kicked off if you are inactive for a while.  You messages can only be delivered and read by the receiving party if they have the free wifi on and the app open.  We have sent about 14 messages, and only 2 of them sent my parents a notification.  So, they often only read the message hours after we send them.  
 

The other sad thing is that Royal has figured out how to end the free texting among iPhones via the free wifi.  So, we are back to Post It notes for communication in our family 😂

It was closed off for us back in September too.. 

Following!  We'll be on Freedom in September

On 11/13/2019 at 12:13 PM, Candleonwater said:

Just wanted to tell you, we did it, and absolutely loved it.  I would recommend them to anyone who is looking to do an ATV excursion.

Awesome! I cant wait to see Taz and Sherry again next year.. I'm so happy you all enjoyed yourselves!

2 hours ago, Candleonwater said:

That's what I did, sent a message through Facebook, they read it at 2am, and STILL no response.  I thought the 6 hour excursion sounded like heaven.  Did you feel safe?  The roads in St Maarten can be downright scary at times, for cars!  When we ATV'ed in St Kitts, most of it was off road, but not very exciting.  Antigua was exciting, but I suspect that was because it was our first time going on ATV's.  St Maarten is one of our favorite islands, and I think it would be fun to experience it this way.

Very safe.. Our guide blocked traffic for us.. then would fly past us to lead the pack.. It does take a bit for them to answer back.  But they will contact you..  We're going back next year and i would definetly use them again.. 

22 hours ago, Candleonwater said:

Anyone know about this group: https://www.splashinthesun.com/about-us ?  I like the description of their ATV tour, but sent them a message and they haven't responded.  Not giving me warm fuzzy feeling about the operation.  Toying with going with the company mentioned above, any idea if 4-4.5 hours is a good length?  We've always done ATV excursions via the cruise ship, can't remember how long they are.

We used them last month.. all I can say is that it was awesome! Sherry and Taz do an incredible job..  I have found that if you contact them via FB you'll get a quicker response.. 

Take the longer tour.. you'll do a little off roading and go to the highest point of the island for breathtaking views.. 

We did it on our own.. One suggestion.. Get there when they open and go straight to the Atlantis exhibit.. All I could say is WOW! 

$5 for good service.. $10 for Exemplary Service 

On 9/21/2019 at 8:37 PM, MamaTene said:

Have been following your adventure from moment you boarded in awe and amazement. You HAVE to let us all know how much weight you gained and if any of your clothes still fit...LOL!!!

We were on for two weeks..i left  home at 190 lbs and came home at 200.. since returning to normal.. I’m back to 190lbs.. 

It was the best time we’ve ever had.. bar crawls, slot pulls.. We made friends for a lifetime.. Most of us that were on the 15th sailing are already planning more cruises together!  WHOOP WHOOP!  

7 minutes ago, Host Clarea said:

 

You're saying that they plugged the hole in the firewall that allowed iMessage to work without buying VOOM?

They did those sneaky bastards lol 🙂 The Royal app does give you Push Notifications through the app. You have to Search by given name (the one on your Seapass Card)  It worked well 

3 hours ago, Host Clarea said:

Yes, you can purchase onboard.  You can also purchase by calling, but it's not available via the Cruise Planner.

 

Royal charges $37.50 per person.

 

Cortrans is a very reliable option, with fixed times you can book, for $20 per person.

Used cortrans this morning.. Jimmy was one of the funniest guys ever.. Some guy offered him $800 to take him and his wife to Miami lol.. He said we all had to get out lol 🙂
 

You will not go hungry.. I ate like a fiend with it.. and the food was awesome!