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I was suppose to be on this cruise 😭.  I had to miss because I got shingles.  Instead of enjoying the cruise I was in bed most of the time.  Looks like you had a great time though.

I checked in today and was able to do it online.

Does anyone have a copy of funtimes for Glory that is recent.  Ports are Montego Bay, Cayman Islands and Cozumel.

Thank you in advance for anyone who can post them.

43 minutes ago, Harley167 said:

We are going to be on Glory on 5/14 ! Have fun! Interested in dining room menus....

That's when we will on her.

On 2/28/2023 at 1:55 PM, ShakyBeef said:

 

Thank you.  It gets to me to see the judgment coming from people that seem to feel superior for packing less.  But their opinions will never change how I choose to do my vacation. 

 

The OP has been a member on CC since 2008, longer than most of us.  They are not a first time cruiser looking for opinions on how much they pack.  They asked a simple question about how much was allowed.  And when they mentioned how much they pack, a few people thought it was appropriate to denigrate them for it.

 

Although I fit what seems to be the common definition of an "overpacker," I don't consider it overpacking.  I use almost everything I bring, don't ever regret bringing any of it, have plenty of space in my cabin for my luggage, am not breaking any rules in so doing, don't affect anybody else's cruise experience with my amount of luggage, and am happy to do it my way.  Also, I pack considerably more 20-some cruises later than I did on my first cruise.😁

 

BTW, you are braver than I packing a whole suitcase of shoes.  I spread my several pairs (usually about 13 for a 7-day cruise) over a few suitcases, with my favourites in my carry-on.  If one suitcase were to go missing, and it be my suitcase full of shoes, I'd be devastated.😱🤣

I never thought of one of them going missing.  We drive to the terminal and carry our luggage on.  So it's not something I've had to worry about but that is a good idea.

4 minutes ago, ShakyBeef said:

 

I hear ya and I appreciate that.  I, too, have gotten fired up on these boards before (as maybe I am a bit, here).  I don't think anyone was "attacking" here, but definitely passing uncalled for and rude judgments on others' packing styles when a simple question about luggage allowances was asked.  Opinions will always be given here, and are not uncalled for, and can even be helpful.  But for some to speak as if their way of doing a thing is the only sane way of doing it (and to insult the OP in the process) is just so irritating to me. 

Agreed.  Some of these posters could have given advise in a much nicer way.  For example saying that the OP was "crazy" for bringing that much could have been said much nicer.  For example: I honestly don't think packing that much is necessary and you probably won't need that much.  But Carnival has no official policy. 

Everyone has the right to state their opinions but should do it with respect.

6 hours ago, ShakyBeef said:

 

Darn, no matter how many times I slammed the 'LIKE' button on this comment, it would only register once.😄  I wish I could 'like' it a hundred times plus a 'THANK YOU!' thrown in on top.

 

The posts of those expressing their opinions about what too much luggage is and implying that a suggestion should be enforce were really getting to me.

 

Thank you for saying much of what I was going to say in a clearer and more concise manner than I would have used!

Don't let others opinions get to you.  Some people just like to be key board warriors and judge others from behind a screen.  Do as you like and enjoy your life the way you want.  Any one who gets kicks out of calling someone crazy because they may over pack that says more about them then it does about you.  I'm the type that usually needs an extra bag just for shoes and will probably have 2 smaller suitcases and a back pack.  My mom over packs as well.  Hopefully she will limit it to but I doubt she will.

I have a free cruise offer in my offers right now.  It's for a last minute cruise inside room.  Leaves end of Feb for 5 days.  It says on the offer that its a Last Minute Casino Offer.  

Do they still do the towel animals?  If so do they just do them in the morning cleaning now?  

I will be sailing solo for my 1st Royal Caribbean cruise in Nov.  That's great I will get double points to start off on. 

On 2/11/2023 at 12:13 PM, jbrinkm said:

 

 

I'm seeing this a lot more (hearing this a lot more?) on airplanes now these days as well.

I was on a flight recently and before take off while everyone was boarding a lady decided that would be a good time to have a facetime conversation with her friend.  So everyone could hear both sides of the entire conversation.

13 hours ago, groundloop said:

 

 

 

Just for grins I looked up the itinerary for that cruise - Cozumel is the first stop.  All that hassle for two days on the ship just isn't worth it.  The only option that makes any sense is for your hubby to be a no-show so you can at least get back taxes and port fees.

 

(And I'll add that in my most humble opinion if I'd have ever had a job where I found out at nearly the last instant that my vacation with my family was getting trashed I'd have told them to stick it where the sun don't shine.)

 

 

 

 

I was thinking the same thing.  It's not worth it for less than 2 days on the cruise.  He's better just not going.  Also agree about the job part.  What a crappy company to work for.  Unless it's something important that just came up.  But if the time off was already approved it's not right for them to change it now.

Personally I would do cruise 2.  If you've been to the other ports before its fun to explore new places.  For my upcoming cruise I tried to find one that didn't stop in Cozumel bc I've been there a few times.  Still ended up going there though.

On 7/6/2019 at 9:43 AM, PhillyFan33579 said:

Cheers is not available on Day 1 for cruises out of NYC and Galveston due to local alcohol tax laws. 

This is good to know.  I live in TX but will cruise out of New Orleans sometimes.  This adds to the pros of choosing NO over Galveston.  This time I chose NO for 2 reasons.  1. It was less expensive then the one out of Galveston and 2. My mom has been wanting to visit NO

What time can we do the online check in?

On 1/25/2023 at 6:03 PM, 1019throw said:

Where on the ship? From what I've seen, the best bourbon choices are only at pig and anchor, and unfortunately the ship we're going on doesn't have it on it.  Not sure what other decent bourbons I can find.

 

To OP- Length of cruise and amount your spouse drinks factors in. If its a long cruise, are you really going to drink enough every day to break even? Or, maybe you can break even but your spouse won't.  My wife and I did it our first 5 day cruise today and it worked out well. This time we will have our smaller kids and its a 7 day, and we definitely aren't getting.

This is a very good point.  I don't think my mom will drink enough for her portion to break even.  But I will drink more than the amount needed to break even so I think overall we will still come out to make it worth it.  Or at least break even.  She will drink coffees and water and maybe 2 or 3 drinks a day.  I will more than likely drink more than 8 a day.

On 1/25/2023 at 3:00 AM, jus4fun said:

If you can afford it, get the Cheers package.  You save 10% if you pre-purchase and the worry of the cost  is taken care before you cruise.  You might not think you will get your money's worth if you just drink a few cocktails/beers/wine but when you add water, coffee, sports drinks, so forth, you'll be surprised how quickly it adds up. I am going on a girl's cruise and my three cruising mates have decided they are not going to get Cheers.  They say they will only have a drink or two and a maybe a glass of wine at dinner and possibly a iced coffee or milk shake or soda and bottled water of course. They are in for a surprised when they get their bill at the end of the cruise.  But hey, we all live and learn.

I'm going on a girls cruise in Nov.  The girl I was going to room with doesn't want the drink package bc she doesn't think she will drink enough.  But I decided to get my own room for various reasons.

On 12/30/2022 at 8:10 PM, bandjwayne said:

I use the Cheers package as an opportunity to try new drinks.  If I don't like something I simply don't drink it & don't feel bad about it.  Sounds like you could take advantage of the same situation.  Mixing your own drinks isn't as easy/relaxing as ordering from a bar.  I also like knowing exactly how much I'm spending...Cheers allows my mind to stay calmer & that helps make vacation more relaxing.  

This is why I plan on purchasing it.  I like trying new drinks plus don't want to worry about how much I'm spending on the cruise

I did the same thing.  I checked the prices of the different offers and added in the cost of Cheers.  I booked a casino offer and it saved me a lot more plus the OBC.  And deposit was only $100

2 hours ago, BarbieGee said:

Good that there is an upgrade option. I've been thinking.... got the Social but should I get Value? All I want to do is Facebook and post a few pix.

I also got the social.  I just need my kids to be able to contact me while gone.  They all have FB, Twitter or Snapchat so that's all I need.

Curios how do they know you book the Casino offer?  I just booked it for the 1st time and was wondering how they know I qualify for a free drink

If I book a single room I don't pay attention if it's connecting or not.  I chose the best location on what's available.  I don't care if there is door between us or not.  

I live in the Houston area.  Fish tacos is one of my son's favorite dishes.  Anytime we go to a Mexican restaurant that's what he will order.  Also available at a lot of Cajon restaurants