Just now, baelor said:

I linked to RCI's website.

Here is the link again.

 

The only requirement is here:

Main Dining Room/Specialty Dining Venues

• Bare feet are not allowed at any time in any venue and tank tops are not permitted in the Main Dining Room or Specialty Dining venues for dinner.

You only missed about another 10 lines but whatever. You wear what you want, I'll laugh when I see you, and life moves on.

3 minutes ago, lovrccl said:

Wow glad I read this before our next Royal cruise. We usually cruise Celebrity and we always dress up. Guess we don't have to do that on Royal anymore.

Nah, guess you don't have to. According to some here you can jut put on your cleanest tighty whities and a pressed wife beater and you'll be just fine for formal night because the dress code doesn't specifically forbid wearing tighty whities with a wife beater.

1 minute ago, baelor said:

Except there is no such rule.  RCI nowhere states that you cannot wear shorts to the MDR.  

I could post the dress code again which states shorts are fine for breakfast and lunch, but like the others, you would probably just question the meaning of the word "and" or "but" or whatever so what's the point. The fact is, there is a dress code if you cared enough to look it up on the Royal site instead of spreading false facts.

Just now, baelor said:

If it were a rule, then they would be turned away from the MDR.

No, they stopped turning people away and closing the doors after 15 minutes because people that can't follow rules started pulling their tips. When tips are no longer voluntary, then you will see cruise lines start enforcing their rules again.

1 hour ago, bucfan2 said:

Laughing by yourself certainly looks sillier than what someone chooses to wear. 

I don't laugh at people because of what they choose to wear. I laugh at supposed adults that can't follow even the simplest of rules. It's like watching toddlers in adult bodies. Hilarious.

9 minutes ago, Mapleleafforever said:

Laugh at me all you want, I'll be the guy dining in comfort while wearing my nice comfortable shorts. Don't look down though or you'll give yourself a hernia as your laughter escalates when you discover I'm also wearing gasp, flip flops. 

 

 

Don't worry. I will.

On 5/26/2022 at 11:28 AM, mizLORInj said:

Booked this cruise last summer and got a nice deal for a balcony for two.  After wintertime viewing of cabins on Adventure, we decided to upgrade to a J4 Junior suite for a few hundred more $ each.   We loved the idea of extra space and a big closet (two women).

 

Multiple reminders from Royal about what documentation was needed, to arrive at your selected check-in time, as well as the required Bermuda permit for $40.  Yes, many of us have strong opinions on this topic, and yes, it is a PITA.   Travel partner got her Bermuda permit by noon on Friday even though she applied for it later on Thursday than I did.  I tried to call the toll-free # later in the day Friday and it just stayed busy.   Would I plan another Bermuda cruise this summer or while they require this?  Probably not.   There are other destinations.    Don’t need the stress before a vacation.  Many of us received our approval just after midnight Saturday morning (found this out chatting with fellow passengers onboard).  There is a person at the terminal to help those who did not get their permit.  It just delays your boarding.

 

I was aware of Oasis and Summit using this port so we decided to take my manfriend up on his offer to drive us vs. parking at the port.  Turns out the top level of the deck never filled. 

 

After a reminder to bring a mask to the terminal, upon arrival we learned that the mask requirement was just lifted that day.  You DO need it in Bermuda though.  Arrived just around noon to no line outside—but long lines for Security and check-in.  We went to the suites line which still had a bunch of people but we were checked in and on the ship in probably 30 minutes from arrival.   Have your documents ready!   Some people were searching in their bags for required docs.

 

Cabin.   Deck 9 Junior Suite between forward and midship.  LOVED this cabin.  So much storage and a nice sized closet.   (Though it was smaller than the Junior Suite I had on Anthem).  Nice seating area with couch that opens to a smallish bed and 2 plush chairs with coffee table.   You could also split the bed into two beds.   No bathroom light (older ship) so it is very dark with the drapes closed.  Even had a Lavazza espresso machine.   Balcony is large enough for a lounger but it had just 2 chairs and a table.   Would get this cabin type again if the price was right.

 

Hallways on this ship are wide.  Not Love Boat tv show wide—but wider than newer ships.  

 

Luggage took a long time to arrive; maybe 5:30pm our suitcases were in a lineup in the hallway.  

 

Food.   It was great everywhere.  Spent a lot of time in the buffet because we like choices and little bits of a variety things.  Ate dinner in the dining room twice and food was very good.  Lobster the night we left Bermuda.  And tenderloin.  Yum.   Windjammer has its packed moments but there is plenty of food to choose from and the service was excellent.   Themed nights for dinner; they’re listed in the Cruise Compass each day.   Would like silverware on the tables instead of by plates; had to go back many times because I forgot silverware.  As with all cruise lines, desserts are hit or miss.   But the coconut ranger cookies were always fabulous and available various days.   Pizza in Promenade Café only.  And only certain hours.  It was good though.

 

Spent a lot of time at Boleros for their mojitos and various other drinks.   Joji and the guy from Montenegro were our usual bartenders and they were great.   Had a drink at other bars here or there.  Champagne bar does not have good champagne options, and not enough of them.  Just stop calling it a champagne bar.   Need to check hours as all the bars vary on opening times.

  

Day 2 was foggy.   Had not ever heard the ship’s foghorn on a Bermuda cruise before—usually to Canada only.   Cleared up though.   

 

Love the Viking Lounge (renamed Blue Moon).  Such a nice space.  Diamond lounge is up there too and had very few people in it the 2 times I popped in.  Don't care about the drink or food there; it is abundant everywhere on the ship.   Chapel is one deck up from there. 

 

Entertainers.   The guy who played guitar was great.   Singers and dancers were good.   Comedian was funny.   Disco party was good but wish we had more room to dance.   Ice show was absolutely fabulous—one of the guys looked like a younger Hugh Jackman=HOT!    Played various trivia games and Name that Tune; was all good fun.   Prizes could use improvement!  We had to share a bag of zipper pulls among the tied teams.

 

Bermuda.  Remember to bring your mask.   They are strict for the 50 steps you take in their cruise terminal.   Took the $7pp each way shuttle to Horseshoe Bay and it was a beautiful day there.   Rental company has changed--$10 each for chairs and umbrella.    Was not as crowded as I expected.

 

Pax count was somewhere between 2,600 and 2,900 depending on where you got your info.   Next cruise, boarding today, 3,100 are expected.

 

Did self-carry off the ship just before 8am.  

 

Great cruise on an older but still nice ship.  Weather for the most part was good.  Would go again tomorrow. 

 

Happy to answer any questions.   Happy cruising all!!!

The AOTS is a Voyager class ship (130,000 tons)?

16 minutes ago, billslowsky said:

"Not welcome" and "not allowed" are not the same thing.

So what you are saying is all passengers need to be treated like 5 year olds instead of being treated like the adults they supposedly are. Got it.

23 minutes ago, Mapleleafforever said:

I mean, it's only right there in English but ok. You do you, let everyone else do them. Done. 

How about you and I both do what Royal says since it's their ship. Done.

39 minutes ago, bucfan2 said:

You mean double times 3 or 4…in a matter of minutes. 

Nope. Responded to different posts. Only 1 was a double post by accident. If you don't like the frequency of my posts you can always take it up with the admin.

On 5/24/2022 at 9:38 PM, Ptroxx said:

Blah blah blah.  No where does it say no shorts, so until they change that I’ll continue to wear shorts.   
The head waiter actually complimented my formal night attire on my last cruise on Royal in feb.    
so you can keep on with your keepin on.  
it means squat.   But thanks for stopping by.    

Where does it say no chain mail dresses? Geez, anyone with a halfway decent understanding of English understands when it says "shorts are welcome at breakfast and lunch" and doesn't say anything else then that means they are NOT welcome at dinner. Do you want to speak with my manager now Karen?

On 5/24/2022 at 7:23 PM, bigque said:

I would love for one person to post the written “Code” of dress that actually say no shorts, etc. Not a “suggested” dress attire but a “code” that must be followed! 

I have already posted it in post #21. Have you read the entire thread or just jumped in in the middle?

On 5/24/2022 at 9:00 PM, Mapleleafforever said:

Please provide proof of said "dress code". 

How many times do you need for the proof to be posted? It's been posted twice so far, first time by me in post #21.

5 hours ago, Mapleleafforever said:

 Personal preference really. 

Except there's that pesky dress code that states otherwise.

20 hours ago, Ptroxx said:

I’m not getting away with anything.  There’s nothing wrong with what I wear. 
until RC fine tunes their formal night attire policies. If they ever do.  
I’ve don’t nothing wrong.  
but thanks for stopping by.    👍👍

And here we go with the folks who think the rules are not meant for them. Knowingly violating the dress code and you reply with "I'm not doing anything wrong". I'm sure if someone on Royal did remind you of the rules you'd probably be asking for their manager. 🙄

On 5/22/2022 at 6:52 PM, Ptroxx said:

 

I have been on “many” Royal cruises and not once had an issue wearing shorts regular seating or formal seating.  Same with NCL & CCL
Thats all I wear on all my cruises. 
Thats all I wear every day.  
Never wear pants.  

Never an issue.  
 

#retiredUPSdriver 

 

 

Just because one gets away with doing something wrong doesn't make it right.

17 hours ago, Ptroxx said:

I’m retired.   I wear what I want.  
 

While you may get away with wearing what you want, there is a dress code on Royal. From the Royal website...... 

https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/generic-onboard-dress-code
 

18 hours ago, EGCruisers said:

We have never been on Royal Caribbean and are wondering what is appropriate attire for formal and semi-formal nights.  Our group will include adults, teens, and younger kids, so would appreciate information for all age groups.

We will be doing an Alaska cruise.

 

Thanks in advance for your help.

Slacks, collared shirt, tie, nice shoes (loafers to be exact).

6 hours ago, Yehootu said:

Talofa Lave

We are doing this cruise in March 2023 for the sole reason to go to Pago Pago. My wife and I met after a fun night in Pago on a layover. We spent alot of time in Pago ( 1985-90 ) but it's been along time. 

 The west tour will take you out of town along the coastal route till the airport where you'll go inland and pass the golf course on your way to a Ava ceremony. Ava is a root that is ground up, strained and served. It has a alcohol type effect, and tastes like dirty dishwater, but still have to try it.

 The east tour takes you out of town, pass the tuna cannery (I didn't eat tuna for along time after smelling the plant). You'll continue out pass beaches and bays and finally it says you go to $2 (it's more than that now) beach for a frosty Villima beer. As my buddy says, the brew masters in Germany were glad to get rid of the guy who went to Samoa to brew beer.

 I'd chose the east route excursion, but that's me.The east is more beaches and the west is more cultural.

 We will probably hire someone to drive us we want to see all our spots on both the East and West sides of the Island. After that night we've been together 41yrs, and don't think we'll be reacting any Blue Lagoon scenes like we did many years ago.

 

Maybe we'll see you onboard. We're doing the March 2023 cruise as well.

For those who have done the 28 night Tahiti cruise that goes to American Samoa, which side of the island is best to see? It seems they have a tour that does the west side of the island or the east side, but not one that covers both. Any thoughts on which would be more picturesque??

39 minutes ago, PompeySailor said:

They actually encourage and ask you if you want more, the old one only per person thing, that’s hearsay.

Seeing as it costs $150 pp and upwards these days, get your money’s worth.

YMMV.

 

Here is an example 

Enjoy!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thank you for the pics!

1 hour ago, Sunshine3601 said:

I haven't been there recently but in the past I only saw people getting one piece of lobster and steak.   May be able to ask for a 2nd, but I doubt you could get several lobsters like people do in MDR.  

IMO the prices they are charging for the beach club are not worth it.   Pre covid we paid $46.99 pp in 2020.   All my sailings this year have been selling around $175 pp

 

For our sailing in a couple of months it's $199 per person.

Does anyone know for the upgraded lunch at CocoCay Beach Club (the lobster, filet, and fish) is it like on the ship where you can have as much as you want or do you just get 1 lobster tail OR 1 steak OR 1 piece of fish? Trying to figure out if it's worth spending the money for the beach club.

2 hours ago, hallux said:

Swearing off an entire cruise line because of one ship that even the line admits (maybe not in these words) might have been a failure?  That ship is its own 'class', it's the only one like it in the fleet...

Sailing the Epic wasn't the only reason but most likely the straw that broke the camel's back. I have sailed 2 other NCL ships (Sunx3 and POAx1) and was equally unimpressed by them, and the crew in general (though there was one stand out crewmember). And NCL's policies in general. Will never give NCL another dollar.

On 5/10/2022 at 8:28 AM, LadyBerard said:

I totally agree with you.  We've been on over 40 cruises (RCL, NCL, Carnival, Princess, Holland America, Premier, Regent).  The Epic was the worst ship we've ever been on.

 

I concur. It really turned me off to sailing on NCL in general.