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A friend of mine recently sailed the Getaway with 3 in their cabin and all 3 received Spa access, no extra cost.

Thanks, everyone! This is great news. My friends and I are a fun bunch, so hopefully we can get the crowd going if they aren't into singing along and having a great time. I can't wait for this!

What about 10711 & 10713? :confused:

I bought my package when there was a supposed "sale". I purchased the Deluxe Beverage Package + Voom. It's $55 a day + 18% gratuity. I don't think that's such a bad price considering I also got Voom. Though I would LOVE to see $41 a day! :')

Hi all! I'm new to cruising RCCL, having done just one 14 night cruise in the Med on Indy this summer. We ABSOLUTELY loved the nighttime entertainment in the Dog & Badger Pub located in the Promenade each night! We went almost EVERY night and it was an absolute blast. Definitely a great date night, every night! :cool: I did a search to see if there is something similar on Allure but I'm coming up empty. Is there a Pub on Allure? :beer-toast::beer-mug:

This is the bag I used on my European Cruise. The security features are GREAT!

https://www.ebags.com/product/travelon/anti-theft-heritage-small-crossbody-bag/313713?productid=10428847

I always keep on what I wear to dinner!

Alibaba.com

 

similar to ebay, but products are from china and usually ship within 15-25 days. I have ordered my dog winter jackets, cheap jewellery, laptop cases, make up brushes (super cheap!) 90% was amazing. The site has got better since I began using it, now it offers reviews with pictures. I am actually buying packing cubes, and laundry mesh bags from there. Will update when I buy!

I bought some from AliExpress, too...they're great! No complaints! 👍

They may do "exactly the same thing" as a well-made eBag or Eagle Creek cube, but how long do they hold up? I'd rather pay more for a better product that will last for years and years of use. I still have some Eagle Creek cubes that I bought back in 2000 and they are still as good as the day I bought them.

 

For ziploc/pillow/duvet bags - they don't breathe. Smells accumulate. If you are someplace tropical, they will sweat inside.

They're totally fine! I've used them on about 10 trips so far and they are great! Very comparable to the better brands and I paid pennies on the dollar compared to the "name brands"!

Here's another swimsuit romper offered to Size 26:

http://www.qvc.com/%22As-Is%22-Fit-4-U-Bandeau-V--Tiered-Mesh-Romper-Swimsuit.product.A286399.html?sc=SRCH

Too bad they aren't offered in plus sizes.

Yes it is! It's offered to Size 26. Sorry, I inserted the wrong link:

http://www.qvc.com/Fit-4-U-V-Tiered-Romper-Swimsuit.product.A273952.html?sc=SRCH

It says order up a size, but I ordered my regular size (14) and it fit great!

Amazon! I have so many different sets, all different sizes and colors. They're all great! Much cheaper than eBags and do exactly the same thing.

I got 2 great romper swimsuits on sale at QVC! You cannot beat the price and they are so flattering, especially if you're a little fluffy and self conscious like I am. Plus, rompers are so "in"! :cool:

http://www.qvc.com/%22As-Is%22-Fit-4-U-V-Tiered-Romper-Swimsuit.product.A283543.html?sc=SRCH

You would be very brave to attempt to visit Stonehenge on sailing day.

Check out time at most hotels in Southampton is 12 noon, enabling immediate embarkation.

So what do you do with your luggage if you are at Stonehenge on embarkation morning?

I've decided we wouldn't be going to Stonehenge on sailing day. We arrive in Heathrow on Friday, and our cruise is sailing away from Southampton on Saturday. We have a hotel booked for the night in Southampton. So we have the whole day to play! :cool: I'd rather do it that day, than risk running late on sailaway day.

Great review so far! I'm sailing RCCL on Indy for the first time this summer...a 14 night Med cruise! I love reading reviews if the ship. I can't wait to hear more!

WOW...this info is AMAZING!!!! Thank you very much, John!!! Now to decide which way is easiest. :confused:

Hello! I have done a search but only found a couple of threads that were useful.

I am cruising on the Independence of the Seas on Saturday 7/29/17, and flying into Heathrow the morning of Friday 7/28/17. We need transportation to Novotel in Southampton, where we are staying the night before our cruise. On the way, I'd like to see Stonehenge.

What is the best way to do this? I contacted one company and they wanted 299 pounds and that DID NOT include admission to Stonehenge. I contacted another company and they said 79 pounds, plus 50 pounds to stop at Stonehenge. It doesn't include admission either.

The prices are so far off, I really don't know which is the best company to use! Can anyone who has done this, offer advice? I don't need to spend the day at Stonehenge...just a little while to tour the site.

Thanks in advance! :)

As you know DCL do not publish CD rotations or schedules, so even if someone tells you who is aboard right now, they may go on vacation on Saturday, and it could be someone else.

 

ex techie

Yes, I'm aware. Just wondering who it is now in case they don't go on vacation. ;)

Hi all! Cruising on the Fantasy next month. Curious as to who the CD will be. Anyone know who's currently the CD onboard? :confused:

Thanks!

Love following along! I'll be sailing on Indy for a 14 night Med cruise next July, our very first RCCL cruise! Really excited about it! :)

I'm going to HIGHLY recommend Disney Cruise Line!! There is so much to do for FAMILIES, which I live. There's also lots to do for everyone individually as well! The kids clubs, the family events, the characters, the shows, the service...as a family, it's our FAVORITE cruise line!!

I haven't sailed on A them yet, but I've been on the NCL Gem and NCL Breakaway. I absolutely LOVE sailing out of NY! We usually do it in the summer, but have sailed in February and by Day 2, we were out in the pool with gorgeous weather. I would HIGHLY recommend the Breakaway vs the Gen, simply because newer larger ship = more to do...for everyone! I love BA so much, I'm sailing on her again in 11 days for the 5th time.

So my picks would be Anthem or Breakaway.

Happy Planning!!

How did you stay in contact with your partner while sailing?

 

I'm guessing texts won't work at sea.

 

I noticed that NCL has an on-board app for communication - anyone use this?

 

Seems like most cruisers find walkie-talkies totally annoying... and I feel like they'd be frustrating/spotty to use anyway.

I've used the NCL iConcierge App a bunch of times on the Breakaway. It's great! There is a texting and calling feature available that is $9.95 per device. Best money I spent, because I know where my kids are at all times.

I found the dining rooms MUCH better than the buffet when eating with kids! The buffet is loud and chaotic. The MDR is much quieter. I started cruising with my kids when my daughter was 2 1/2 and my son was 6 (they are 11 1/2 and 15 now). If they started acting up in the MDR, I got up and walked out with them until they calmed down. MDR wins over buffet. IMHO.

GOOD LUCK!

Does anyone know if additional casino staterooms booked get any of the casino perks?

 

 

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Yes, we usually book 2 rooms. Most times, 1 is complimentary and the next room is 20% off.