ClearLaker

Hi all!

 

We just booked our very first cruise on RCI. Prior to this we've only ever sailed on Carnival. We are so excited to branch out and enjoy the RCI experience!

We leave in 25 days!! On the Oasis from Port Canaveral Incredible last minute deal we couldn't pass up. $1,550 for our family of 4! Myself, my husband and our 4 year old son and just turned 1 year old daughter.

 

I've got a few questions for all the RCI veterans.

 

1) We are in an OV balcony guarantee. Any idea when we may get our cabin assignment? We've already gotten the email with our cruise documents, but I'm wondering if I should wait to print them out when we get an assignment, or will we not until we check in at the dock? It can be within a few days or up until right before you cruise. If you have not done so create a sign-in with your reservation. You will be able to monitor it as well as have access to the Cruise Planner

 

2) What is the situation with bringing beverages on board? I know we can bring 2 bottles of wine, which we will. But I'm more concerned with bottled water. I see that I can pre order some to he room. However I can not stand the taste Evian. The tap water on Carnival is horrible and I'm not sure what to expect from RCI. I'm reading that officially we can't, but that it is not always strictly enforced. Whats been your experience? Royal's new policy is you are allowed a 12 pack of water or soda per cabin. There is filtered water available at all dining locations so you can bring your Yeti and fill.

 

3) What is the room storage situation like? We will have 2 suitcases, an infant car seat and a booster car seat. Is there room under the beds to store the suitcases? I'm trying to decide between traditional suitcases or rolling duffel bags that will store flat. Suitcases will fit under the beds. booster seat will go in the closet.

 

4) Are the showers equipped with Shampoo, conditioner and body wash? Or do we need to bring our own? Shower will have an all-in-one dispenser. Bar soap provided. Recommend bringing your own.

 

5) How many outlets are there typically? 3 (2 at the vanity and 1 by the bed) And is there a clock in the room? Only on the room phone. We want to travel as light as possible and don't want to bring the travel alarm clock and small power strip if not necessary. Power strips and extension cords no longer allowed.

 

6) Our room has a double sofa bed. Is this made back into a sofa daily yes or will it be left as a bed? No If left as a bed, does it take up the whole room? No Our daughter will sleep in bed with us, and my son doesn't need a full double to himself. It is a fold down not a pullout. Has anyone just had the couch made into a bed without pulling it out? Tell your stateroom attendant. Royal does service 2x a day not 1x like Carnival.

 

I think that's it for now! But would be much appreciative of any other tips anyone is willing to share!

 

Thanks!!

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Thank you!

We have a RC Visa and we transferred points to receive On Board credit. Previously you did not get the credit applied until the cruise started. Now that On Board credit is available in the Cruise Planner, we did not know if people have had this type of On Board credit available prior to their cruise? It has been a couple of weeks since the transaction and nothing has appeared in the Cruise Planner. Our cruise is in Oct so we are under 60 days.

Thanks in advance!

We are heading out on Freedom in Oct. We have collected many soda glasses over the years. If you have cruised Freedom recently and have a picture of what the current edition looks like. Please post.

Thank you!

Thank you.

 

Does anyone have the actual times though?

Our Oct 20, 2018 sailing departs at 8:30 pm

My daughter (over 21)) is graduating from Nursing School next month and is interested in getting a job on an RCL ship, any suggestion(s) on how this could be accomplished would be appreciated.

My wife toured and met with the Medical Director when we where on the Allure. She is a critical care nurse who used to be in management.

The Director stated that they seldom get nurses from the US as the pay is so low. The nurses tend to come from 2nd world countries. Nurses come from the same hiring partners as the crew. There are a few perks. Nurses work 6 month contracts, they are considered officers (2 stripe) and they get their own cabin (vs. sharing). On the Allure there were 3 Drs and 7 RNs for the 8,000 passengers and crew on board.

We took our daughter on the exact same cruise for her HS Sr. Spring Break (3/30 - 4/3) in 2015. She took a 22 year old friend with her. The were hoping for Spring Break excitement. They were VERY disappointed. Late March early April is High School Spring Break time so it was more families with younger kids. College Spring Break is generally over by then for most colleges.

We had a similar experience on the Liberty. The dishwasher and trash disposal area was in that space for our deck. Our hallway was always a mess and it was very noisy at times. :(

We are taking a quick 4 day cruise this fall. Instead of booking through our Travel Agent, she suggested booking our 2017 adventures through NextCruise.

Our question. We do not want any additional OBC for the cruise we are on when we make the reservations this fall (we have plenty and it is only a 4 day cruise). We want to apply all of the booking OBC to one of our 2017 cruises only. Is this possible?

Thanks :)

Does anyone have pictures of the inside of the completed terminal? Does it still have the charm of a warehouse?