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As long as your clothes aren't smelly- wear a couple of times- or use ship laundry and or drycleaning service. I had previously mentioned in another thread that we were near a man in an escape room who had a horrific smell- like he just went to the bathroom and forgot to wipe! So just be sure you clothes don't stink! They may look clean- but some fabrics retain body odor.

Wow- sounds like the Adventure of the seas! It was terrible. Worst Royal ship we have ever been on.

Having walked a few times a day from our suite at the aft, to the foward part of the ship, I did more steps on my application then ever on the icon

We love the lawn club grill for dinner. Our favorite Reflection and Silhouette restaurant. Great freshly prepared food as you like it. The lamb chops are wonderful as is the Filet mignon

While the Icon of the Seas was a remarkable ship, perfect for young families, as a Senior, I found it too big. We were in a suite- but it was smaller then the Oasis class suites, with less storage space. I prefer the Oasis class ships. They have many of the bells and whistles and choice, it isn't as huge as the Icon ships. We do not like the small ships. Less choice- and some need serious renovations. Perhaps they will be sold. Let's face it- as time marches by, many more young families will be sailing and the industry has to prepare for them.

Looks like a great cruise! Enjoy.

Wow another reason I will not sail on the Anthem. The Oasis class ships have a wonderful dedicated suite lounge. Free alcoholic drinks typically avaliable from 5:30 -8:00 each night with nice canapés- During the day, from 11 until ? you can get unlimited wine, beer , soda and bottled water- in addition to coffee and tea. Grand suites and above can enjoy the lounge. Plus I am not a fan of the ships layout.

Two part reply. Some people don’t want to spend money for luggage on an airplane, others said they were worried about lost luggage

Surely more clothes, less laundry worries. And while tracking devices cannot help if your luggage isn’t with you, but it helps knowing where your luggage is. Don’t bring designer clothes when traveling Most ports and countries have clothing shops in the event of an emergency. I once forgot underwear on a bermuda cruise and the ship had none but the port sold

I don’t get it? People spend thousands on a cruise but have a problem paying for a piece of luggage? Also, we have tracking devices in our luggage. If misplaced at airport or pier we can track. Of course we carry on a change of clothes and a swimsuit, etc. for emergencies

We pay for a couple of loads of laundry. We also bring plenty of clothes

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Too early. Sometimes you might have issues and I would not book a flight before 11:30. Traffic, airport issues- unknown delays. Once the highway closed for an hour due to a traffic accident

On our last cruise in March on the Icon, when we boarded we actually made all the unlimited dining plans. I "assume" still the same. The cruise line picks the first night but you can modify and make all your reservations once on board. Those with individual reservations have priority for times and restaurants, but we never had a problem as we like early dining and can be flexible about days for dining in each. Enjoy You also get lunch daily in speciality restaurants when they are open for lunch.

Yes, but CC only available for dinner- However, time and dates may not work for you. Do not count on CC for dinner nightly. The best thing about a Jr. Suite is the size of the cabin. Otherwise a well located balcony cabin with an unlimited dining plan, is a more worthwhile option. That is my opinion. We book full suites as we enjoy all of the suite perks.

When did you go? We went in march and it was truly special

IMO not worth it. So overpriced. Better to just enjoy the island- If you are adults only, the adult beach was excellent and that IMO was well worth the price- typically between 59-79 dollars- pp, depending on the ship and sale- I would purchase asap then change if the rate comes down- I believe kids over 16 can also come- but check the ages if you have teens. If not- the entire Island has great food options, tons of seating included in your fare. Enjoy.

We sailed on the icon in a suite. However in answer to your question about reservations, as soon as you board speak to the restaurant concierge at the costal kitchen and she will make your reservations. Of course the time and date will be based on availability. Enjoy your cruise.

We loved the apex. We sailed in a sky suite and the suite perks, deck, retreat lounge and costal kitchen were perfect. Cannot wait to sail on her sister ships! Glad you had a great cruise.

We each take a large piece of luggage, One suit and dress garment bag to share, each a carry on- I also take a back pack as a handbag. We like choice and want to be prepared for all types of weather. We use laundry service, but only for under garments, including socks, cheap tee shirts and other items- we wash our swim suits by hand. Enjoy choice. We once went in an escape room and we were with a man who smelled horribly. Please make sure you clean your clothes. They do pick up body odor even if they appear clean.

We also had to walk out of shows as no seats were available- sat on steps sometimes. We had to come in at least 1/2 hour before shows. Hope the new theatres have much more seating- And couldn't use the Casino's as they were so smokey.

We were in a princess suite and had to pay a daily or weekly rate for the sanctuary. Should be a suite deck. I remember no adult pool. Maybe newer ships now have along with a suite lounge included in the suite fare and a suite restaurant.

We bid sometimes and have gotten some great deals- mostly on celebrity. On royal, bid from a balcony to a Jr. suite on the Adventure- but the suite was very tired . Hope the ship gets an upgrade as the ship needs it badly. Supply and demand! If you are sailing a holiday week- or on a new ship- not great odds- but good luck to you..