Cruising in Sept on FOTS out of Miami and want to call RCCL and make a wine selection for my "free" bottle. Never great but usually not bad either; but I think I've read there is a lot of substituting going on. Maybe it's more port specific than ship but from the list of options; anything to stay away from b/c the substitutions are really bad? I normally drink Cabs and Sauvignon Blanc but I'm flexible. Just on the off chance anyone has experience and a recommendation, thanks!
Also, some in our group like the idea of sparkling wine toast before even board the ship. They have drink package so wouldn't mind using one of the bottles allowed past security. We have an early boarding time of 10:30 so I do sort of expect extra time in terminal waiting around. Is opening a bottle and sharing a bottle of bubbly even allowed in the terminal area?
Not so much wine related, but b/c I probably will haul two bottles on for the cabin so I won't check luggage, is there a place to stash luggage for awhile, like the corner of the D lounge? I'm D+ if it matters. I'm guessing no but if you have any tips or ideas; might do boarding day lunch but the others may want to go right to pool deck so that will be fun with luggage.
Thanks everyone!