Jmrosa1

3 hours ago, soremekun said:

Adventure is in the new app.  Menus are available there.

Yes, I know I'm late.

On the royal Caribbean app? Or another app that I’m missing?

On 7/9/2019 at 1:23 PM, Linda&John said:

Hi all! I see that the first formal night on the 7/12 sailing is on the second day of the eight day trip, 7/13. Any idea when the second formal night will be? Also, this might sound silly, but do people get more dressed up the 1st or 2nd formal night (aka - which one do they use their most fancy dress at)?  Thanks!

Where do you find info on meals? We sail on Aug 9, and I have been trying to find this info out.

On 7/10/2019 at 8:23 AM, cruisenlove said:

Wow! Thanks everyone for all your comments! I didn't mean to start any debates or fights LOL. It was simply a question. I am not going to take my child in the Pools where she is not allowed, I am not trying to Jeopardize anyone else's cruise, we follow the rules, even when other people don't.  We will deal with the Splash zone as I am sure she will love it.  We are looking forward to our cruise now in 16 days. 🙂 

Looks like we are going on the same cruise! And from same area 🙂

You'll catch me at the splash pad too.  I tried to convince my son all summer to potty train to go in the pool onn the big boat..but he has no interest in doing it yet..so splash pad it is while his sister enjoys the bigger pool.  My Travel agent was surprised that they did not add a kids club or babysitting service for younger ones when they redid the ship. I'm a little bummed about it too...but next time.

4 hours ago, Host Clarea said:

 

If you mention the itinerary, someone might have recent experience.

Ahh ok.  Adventure of the seas out of NJ to bahamas and bermuda for 9 days

Anyone know of any theme nights on Adventure of the seas? Our first cruise and trying to figure out what and how to pack for my husband

40 minutes ago, island lady said:

 

12 bottles of water per stateroom.

 

Click on this link for RCI statement/rules:

 

https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/food-drink-onboard-policy

Thank you! Didn't realize it was your post on the other thread. lol

3 minutes ago, island lady said:

 

12 single bottles of water in your carry on only, per RCI newer rules. 

Where can I find the rules on this?

2 minutes ago, island lady said:

 

12 single bottles of water in your carry on only, per RCI newer rules. 

Oh man...carry on only? can we bring multiple carry ons? Was going to put it in a rolling bag with beach toys.

On 7/25/2019 at 7:10 PM, renza said:

Sure, I carried a huge suitcase with three cases of water. Not a problem. 

how muh water are you allowed to carry with you? I was going to put some in a rolling bag with beach toys and put a luggage tag to check it.

On 7/23/2019 at 6:44 PM, Host Clarea said:

 

Remember, you are allowed to bring 12 containers (each no larger than 500ml) of non-alcoholic beverages on at initial embarkation.

How much water can you bring on a RC ship? One case? And how many bottles of water per case?

Thanks for the plastic luggage tag suggestion. First timer and ordered today!

1 hour ago, scubagirrl said:

The only place at Atlantis that is adults only is the Main pool at the Cove tower.  It used to be named the Cain Pool.. I think it's Sip Sip now (not sure of the name).  The pool between the Cove tower and Reef is restricted to Cove, Reef guests.   All else is open to all.   The Cove tower is NOT adults only as some may think.

 

The beach loungers in front of the Cove/Reef are for Cove/Reef guests only, but the beach itself is open to all guests.   

 

The Cove beach used to be off limits to Day Pass users, but that has since changed and anyone can use it. 

 

Thank you

On 7/25/2019 at 12:59 PM, CSAU said:

We got the beach day pass which is about $25 more than the Digs pass.  I think the Aquaventure pass is way overpriced, considering we will spend a full day before on RC's water park on their private island.  

I am hoping it's a nice beach with some fishes for snorkelling. 

Yes we ended up getting the beach and dig combo day pass...had no interest in the water park. The water seems a little rougher based off of reviews...and another beach a bit calmer, but didn't get the impression they were good for snorkeling. But again based off of reading and have no actual idea lol

We ended up just paying for the excursion equipment for her for the flippers and float and mask. And try one of the viewing things above. 

12 hours ago, 04mach1 said:

The DW and I will be on Coco Cay Oct 29  on the Mariner. I was trying to book up up and away, but

could not find anything on it. Am I missing something? Do we just walk up when you get off the ship?

I haven't looked into that, but they just started uploading excursions at coco cay as it got closer. I now see that excursion uploaded. Keep checking the website to see new ones added.

1 hour ago, BecciBoo said:

I've never seen the need for excursions on Coco Cay!  Too much to do there on your own, especially now!  Explore the island, it's not very big...snorkel on your own, you will not be disappointed.  Just rent the snorkel gear there.  Use Google Maps and zero in on  Little Stirrup Cay which is it's official name and you can see all the coral heads and rocks where you'll find loads of fish and other critters.  My only octopus (pink even) was at Coco Cay!  Just off the beach.

 

I just went there and it's an extremely old satellite photo though, doesn't show all the new construction.  But you can see the ocean structure...great for snorkeling and there are tons of YouTube vids as wells.

Thank you! I was just going to rent snorkel gear but wasn’t sure if an excursion was better to do it. Thank you for the input!

4 hours ago, roadburner said:

For our “Perfect day at cocoa cay”, we plan to stay on board.

Really how come? I’ve seen so many amazing reviews and videos in it now that it’s mostly done. 

3 minutes ago, DancerMama25 said:

In addition to Captain Jill’s Galleon that someone mentioned above, there is Splashaway Bay, which is a larger splash pad with two dousing buckets, several spray features, and three smaller slides.  It is fresh, cool water, too.  (Not all of these pics are mine, but it will show you what’s available).

3 minutes ago, DancerMama25 said:

 

Thank you! I did see these in some videos but wasn't sure if it was included or part of the waterpark which we did not want to do 

13 minutes ago, Merion_Mom said:

 

Well, that would eliminate snorkeling, jet skis and swimming with pigs, wouldn't it?

we are traveling with other people...but the swim with pigs wasn't just swimming with pigs...it included feeding them and learning about them.

37 minutes ago, Jmrosa1 said:

I see a number of new excursions have popped up for my first cruise next month.  I see a few snorkel excursions, swim with pigs, jet skis, and more.  Anything anyone has done and would recommend?

Would also like to mention traveling with a 2 and 6 year old. So something fun for them

31 minutes ago, Merion_Mom said:

Enjoy a beach day.  🙂 

Plan to do that too

I see a number of new excursions have popped up for my first cruise next month.  I see a few snorkel excursions, swim with pigs, jet skis, and more.  Anything anyone has done and would recommend?

13 hours ago, topspot said:

Would something like this work for you.  It's not true snorkeling, but it might work for your family.

 

 

 https://odditymall.com/sea-window-a-floating-snorkeling-window

Ohhh these look very cool, and linked me to a few other float options. Looking into these!

1 hour ago, Charles4515 said:

 

Horseshoe Bay has full facilities. Restrooms, changing rooms and showers. 

Perfect! thank you!

12 hours ago, Capt_BJ said:

Not the reply you were looking for but:

 

IMO 6 is a little young for open water. Especially when She is not a strong swimmer so also looking into what is best for her to float in the water.  When one wears a snorkel vest it is intended to be a safety device. If used for basic flotation, you've given up the safety factor.

 

If you've looked at a map of COCO CAY, there is a marked (and lifeguard covered) snorkel area ... it is a lil bit of a swim from the beach and the water is to deep for standing.  You could stay in the sand area neared the beach but minimal stuff to see .... basically sand.  Unless something has changed the 'excursion' here is just rental gear and a short 'how to' lesson and pointing you towards the marked area.

 

best way to teach:

 

 

 

son 8 daughter 4

 

Personal experience: a lil while after this picture we moved to Miami and a house with a pool and the kids became fish.  By the time daughter was 6 she was a strong swimmer and we really had no worries about her in the pool and she played with mask, snorkel and fins regularly.  She begged and begged to go snorkeling for real.  I finally broke down and took her to Key Largo and out on a boat snorkel trip.  We got in and all was well for about 5 minutes seeing some fish and general under water stuff.  AND THEN she spotted a small barracuda.  Pretty small and not that close but all she saw as TEETH.  

 

What resulted was a fantastic imitation of a high speed power boat.  Her little legs kicked so fast she threw a rooster tail up as she then leapt out of the water as good as any dolphin jump and landed on the deck of the boat.  I could hardly keep up.

 

I did eventually get her back in the ocean but it took a while.  Eventually she returned, got certified, was an intern at a dive resort in Roatan, dove with a Cousteau as an escort when they were filming and still dives today.

 

 

 

So, this former lifeguard suggests you give it time .... not ready yet.

I wasn't planning on taking her to shallow water...but you did give valuable insight into coco cay and having to go further out to see anything...so staying close to the shore wouldn't really be "snorkeling" for her. Maybe I will try cheap gear at home in the tub or the pool to see if she is even able to keep her face down in the water for more then a couple of seconds that she is used to when swimming underwater.