goldfish65

Uh-oh….one of my favorite things about cruising in general…12 nts on Jewel was blissfully cold everywhere but the cinema.

I am thinking that these cabins save money by simplifying construction. And no more complaints “there was rust VISIBLE on our balcony.” I want my cabin icy cold at all times. I like having a separate space to slip out to, hear the waves, while the other is sleeping.

Going next year, I bet the price will go up. It's meant to be exclusive, I can't see them peddling a discount around the ship.

I've done two short solo cruises, found that an inside cabin was very cozy by myself; two occupants would be another story. And you get double points. It is nice to have the freedom when it's only yourself to think about.

One could bring a box of the crackers onto the ship.

Probably the reason it’s prohibited to bring paint aboard, someone would do an extreme cabin makeover. “Our daughters love Barbie…” 😁

Thank you all for your replies. Sometimes I overthink things. The cabin will be fine.

We have a balcony cabin on Freedom. All balcony cabins have the bed by the balcony. We would like it so much better if the sitting area were by the balcony. Is it possible to transpose the bed and the sofa positions? With a handsome extra tip to the cabin attendant, perhaps? Please don't flame me, I am merely asking. Thanks!

One wonders if the little boy will be chiding his parents from now on, "let's go, we don't want to be LATE!"

Hammock (double size) if you have a balcony. Cozy throw blanket. Thermal mug. Pen/note pad. Empty soft bag to accommodate purchases and to make repacking easier. Ziplock bags, and bag for dirty laundry. Fresca and Coke Zero.

Thanks as always for your superb impressions. I hope to visit there again. The arrival is especially picturesque and memorable.

Did this TA in Oct 2022. It was meant to be a trip of a lifetime, and it was. We had five nights at the Hotel Nouvel, a renovated art-nouveau mansion on a pedestrian street. Doing your homework before makes a huge difference. For example, 1 pm is the vermouth hour. A guided tour of the Gothic district will give you an understanding of Barcelona's history and charming customs. The Catalan people know who they are. So different from how our culture is in the USA. Don't try to do too much. There are many rooftop restaurants. Shopping was wonderful, definitely bring an extra bag! Consider an excursion in Valencia to see how Paella is prepared and enjoyed. Having a suite is a worthwhile enhancement, if you can. There will be things to do on the ship. A ship tour was a highlight. Chef's table was lame. The musicians were exceptional, one of the aspects I enjoyed the most. A TA is a rare and fleeting opportunity to disconnect from everything and just "be."

The cruise line has to go by the book according to the terms in the cruise contract. If they stay involved in your arrangements, and you were displeased, you could claim they were negligent.

Hop on YouTube, that place looks pretty dope!