allentownahoy

Took me 3 1/2 months for the refund of port charges and taxes and 2 1/2 months to get FCC for fare. Full refund was not an option because I cancelled a week before Royal cancelled the cruise and those were the rules at the time ( literally changed overnight).

Can it be used towards final payment for  a later future cruise that you have already booked prior to the whole corona virus scare?

13 hours ago, NJsharon said:

Ooooh, thanks!  Thank sounds wonderful!!!

 

 

How did you manage that steal?!  Was it a quick glitch in the system? lol

 

 

I am taking a wild guess you are from Allentown?  Not a long drive from me, I am in Flemington, NJ. 

Do you happen to be a fan of the group 'Straight No Chaser'?!  I am a BIG fan & my favorite singer, Jerome, was born & raised in Allentown.  lol  Been to several of their concerts!  Anyway, going off topic.  lol

Yes I am. I have heard of the group but am not really sure I have heard them to be honest.

Thanks everyone for your replies.

6 minutes ago, Merion_Mom said:

 

I'm sorry that I lost track of you on the Anthem, and so sorry to hear about Mom's hospitalization.

 

Fortunately, it will be easier to stay in touch on Baby Empress.  😄 

No worries. You are a very busy and popular woman. And you know everyone. Hopefully we can connect on the baby of the fleet, maybe even grab a meal.

My mom is doing much better and I am hoping she stays that way. Thanks

3 minutes ago, Merion_Mom said:

 

I only remember seeing the standard ground beef, but I'll try to look tomorrow.  (today, really)  🙂 

Thanks. Ever the source of wisdom and information. Wishing you a perfect day.

Same experience boarding Grandeur out of Baltimore Feb.8 as was described for Galveston and Port Canaveral. Honestly I thought they would at least flip the pages of our passports to see if we had any recent stamps from infected countries.

10 minutes ago, Ptroxx said:

The tacos are sooooooooo good.    They have both fresh flour and corn tortillas.    
the chicken was good too.   Oh heck it was all good. Lol.  

Do they have fish tacos?

21 hours ago, soremekun said:

93 is an amazing accomplishment.  Congrats and good health to her.

Thanks so much.

23 hours ago, Merion_Mom said:

 

I can help you stay in touch with Mom.  🙂 

Thanks Carol. I appreciate the offer. Usually emailing is enough but not if she gets hospitalized which happened on this last trip.

Thanks everyone for your replies. I think I will stick with Voom for now. I can always upgrade on board if needed.

I am accustomed to using wifi calling to stay in touch with my 93 year old mother. On Anthem I was able to do this with Surf only ( I am not trying to face time, just make calls). On Grandeur Surf was not adequate and I had to upgrade to surf and stream. I previously purchased Surf only for an upcoming Empress cruise for an excellent price. Do I need to upgrade to Surf and Stream on Empress ( rates are no longer a bargain and this close to sailing probably will not be, though still cheaper than on board).

Thanks for your help.

Wel it would not be my drink of choice all the time but on a hot day on the beach or lounging on deck it might have a certain appeal.

1 hour ago, P.A. said:

Me and my two daughters will be going to Divi Little Bay resort mid Feb.  Will this be a safe area? We have it booked through an independent tour company. I haven't paid yet and can cancel up to two days before. We'll have to take a taxi over there.

 

Thank you in advance.☺️

It is extremely safe and there is no need to book it through an independent tour company. Just head over and rent chairs and umbrella.

Thanks for the replies  with the address , and for coming to my defense Carol.

Specifically on the Grandeur. Would he/she have an e mail address?

Thanks in advance.

11 hours ago, Terry in NJ said:

Following this question. We are scheduled to be in San Juan on Sunday the 19th, on the Anthem of the Seas...

Me too. See you on board.

8 hours ago, Stinger-pr said:

Due to the earthquakes that have struck, mainly the southwest part of the island, it was just announced that the festival will indeed start on Thursday, Jan. 16. There will be much heavier than usual traffic during they day and it will be nearly impossible to reach SJ in a private car after 5pm. Uber, Taxis and public buses will have a dedicated lane access and out of Old SJ so those would be THE best ways to reach the festivities. Public buses aside (simply don't count on them!), Uber and Taxis should be readily available, although you might have to wait a few more minutes than usual.

Is the festival mostly on the streets up near the forts or will there be crafts or music on the streets right near the pier in Old San Juan? And will it be super crowded there as well? Due to bad knees I seldom make it all the way up to the Fort area. Thanks

15 hours ago, DiveVision said:

Oh my! When did this happen?

January 2018.

On 1/6/2020 at 11:42 PM, bgoff60 said:

We use this to help manage and be more 'compliant'.  Plus, it saves on packing...

 

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07QV13WLN/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

Or search this on AMAZON:  Outlet Splitter USB Wall Tap, ETL Listed, TROND Cruise Power Strip Multi Plug Outlet Extender with 2 USB Ports

 

How does this make you more compliant. I am not tech savvy enough to understand. Are you saying with this it is okay to leave things plugged in?

I do not believe they have day passes but I hop a taxi every time I am in St. Martin and get a chair and umbrella. Taxi is 4-6 per person each way. I think 2 chairs and umbrella are $20 though it could be slightly higher. I just do not remember. Sorry.

On 1/4/2020 at 10:00 AM, existentialtraveler said:

Beach Limerz...great bar/restaurant...lovely beach without a drop-off... for information about taxi, chairs, menu, contact Gail at info@beachlimerz.com. Tell Jim and Toni recommended you contact her..it will make her smile.

Here is a link  for our youtube video of our day there in November 2019:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jm3hDO6YYgI

 

Actually at times it can be quite rough. We saw a guy wipe out and break his nose and be carted away on an ambulance. Agree January is tough in Antigua.

11 hours ago, sft429 said:

I thought Dickensons was very gradual.  At least it was where we were on the beach and it was about 3 years ago.

I have found it very hard to climb out of the water there.

4 hours ago, PORT ROYAL said:

 

Try the beach before the Bluff at Curtain Bluff.  Think you'll enjoy it, and your day there.

Is there a place to rent chairs and umbrellas? Where would I ask the taxi to drop me off? Thanks

Unfortunately this is a big problem at many Antigua beaches. I have yet to find one without a drop off but would love to find one.