Markmom18

I did what you did ⬆️⬆️ But on a 4 day Baja cruise on the Carnival Inspiration. It was my 80 year old Mom, myself & friend (60) we shared an interior too. The friend had the Pullman. We had the best time …. Lots of laughing … 🤣😍🤣 OP … go & have a blast!! 🛳🛳 Bobbi

Ugh - oh .. …. Sorry about my reimbursement for the proctored tests question yesterday. I read your comments and “I got it” too! I “assumed” and you know what that does … 😚😁 🛳🛳 Bobbi

We purchased the Covid proctored tests that are recommended on Royals web site. They were $99 for 3 tests. We leave next month out of Florida for our cruise. Does anyone have any knowledge on how to get a refund? Yes, I believe the mfg site states NO refunds. I just clicked on the Link that Royal has provided. I didn’t go on my own searching for these tests. Since Royal changed the rules, shouldn’t cruise passengers be given a refund? I believe so. Now, do I actually believe Royal will refund us, no. But it doesn’t hurt to ask here on the board. Maybe someone will be able to guide me .. 🛳🛳 Bobbi P.S. We are both vaccinated & Booster shot.

Mmmm …. Still no replies ….. Anyone have info I’m looking for? Thank you. 🏌🏼🏌🏼‍♀️

I’m an alcoholic who quit 10 years ago. Best , truly the best❣️❣️🙏🏼💙🌌📘 Now, I don’t care for sugary mock cocktails, so don’t bother. In adulthood stopped sodas for the same reason. I’m a sparkling water person. And on vacation I like a flavored Red Bull out by the pool. Never been coffee or tea drinker. Before it was red wine and sparkling water. So, at least for me, plain sparkling water is tasty! 🛳🛳 Bobbi

And for some, who don't drink alcoholic beverages, it’s just not a perk at all! SO many perks and excursions involve alcohol. 🛳🛳 Bobbi

People cruise, they accumulate points. That’s the system the cruise lines put into place. Perhaps the folks who act entitled, also act that way in regular ‘ol life. 🤷🏻‍♀️ I just like to stay in my lane 🙂🙂 …. 🛳🛳 Bobbi

Yep, I agree …. been on her twice since 2021. I love that ship ❣️❣️ I hope Carnival keep the Panorama here in Long Beach for quite awhile. 😁😁 For too long we have had older ships. And to answer the OP — I’ve enjoyed the Radiance & the Miracle. Had wonderful cruises. But, since you asked … I’d definitely take everybody on the Panorama. 🛳🛳 Bobbi

I’m a bit confused. Are you saying we all leave the ship (Royals Excursion) and drop people off at their activity? Zip line place? Tubing place? Other activities? I didn’t envision a paid excursion where we are dropping off people and then picking up those people up along a route —while we all wait on a bus. Usually there is ONE Drop Off and Pick Up location for everyone. Explaining this in writing sounds silly to me …. What am I missing here? Thanks! 🙂🙂 🛳🛳 Bobbi

Hi, I’d like to join in the conversation. We’ll be on the Harmony in September & I booked a Chukka Excursion. It looks like we booked the very basic tour that Royal offers. Transportation & I think lunch. So, once there whatever we want to actually do is an extra cost. Right? Just want to confirm … Thanks! 🛳🛳 Bobbi

I’m curious too …. OP … what religious exemption? In war times I believe there are religious exemptions. Wouldn’t it be better to just find a vacation that doesn’t require the guests to be vaccinated? Why add the “What if I don’t get approved for exemption?” to your upcoming vacation. At least that’s my thought. Just going by what I read here on CC it seems these exemptions are for children and such. Anyone reading this thread have 1st hand experience with getting a religious exemption? 1st hand. 🤷🏻‍♀️ 🛳🛳 Bobbi

We also went on the Panorama back when it was reduced capacity in September ‘21 and 💙💙 the space everywhere! It was our first cruise on her. I always bought FTTF, but on this cruise I finally made Platinium!! We went back in March of this year, it was definitely more crowded. But, still had a wonderful time❣️ 🛳🛳 Bobbi

What does “proctored” mean?

Hi, Yesterday I ordered BinaxNOW AG Card tests for our RCCL cruise in September. . Hopefully our insurance (Kaiser) will reimburse. I moved up our flight to 2 days prior, so I needed do it yourself test. Normally we test here at home with CVS. Ok, so now I read your comment and wonder if I just potentially wasted $99! (for 3 tests) We have the free govt tests here at the house.But, what is a proctored test? I’m confused 🫤 🛳🛳 Bobbi

It seems every single day both me & hubby get credit card offers in the mail!!! I just tear them in half…. No thank you.

I was going to add on a tad about car loans. We always lease a car for me, I never even get close to 10,000 miles in a 4 year lease. But, I always liked getting new cars. Well , my lease was up in April. For the first time we extended and will probably pay off the car. My hubby always buys his trucks. He’s got 11 months left. After the last 2-1/2 years, and me turning 65 in October I just want to cruise and travel. 🙂🙂 🛳🛳 Bobbi

After reading up on cancellations & delays etc . I called American Air and moved our flight up a day . Our cruise isn’t for a couple months. It was more $ but I have peace of mind. So, now we’ll be getting into Orlando Friday for our Sunday Harmony cruise. Non Stop flight. ✈️ 🛳🛳 Bobbi

Our son, ex-FunSquad, took one of the battery operated small blenders & glass combo. He was called back to work right after getting oral surgery. This was back in quarantining Staff days. So, while in the cabin, he drank protein mix and used their juices milk etc. while his mouth was healing. It was fine, but IDK if that is an exception or the rule. 🤷🏻‍♀️ 🛳🛳 Bobbi

I had one a long time ago on the Oasis (2018). My 1 experience … the beef was tough thick slices on a ehhh roll. My Mom (86 now) grew up in Grand Island, NewYork. All my relatives live there. Now, there’s one of the BEST Beef & salty top roll! Back in around 2016/2017 I went on a cruise out of Jacksonville. My cousin joined me.The night before the cruise we had the most delicious beef ‘n wick. She brought it on the plane … 😋😋😋😋 P.S. I don’t know the proper spelling. Is it Kimmelwick, Kimmelweck, Kummelwick or Kummelweck ?? 😁 🛳🛳 Bobbi

We are flying LAX to Orlando in late September. With points & cash I booked American Air First Class. My husband & I stretched our vacation to land ( a LBV Resort) & sea (Harmony Cruise) But, No Theme Parks 😂😂! Since booking in early 2022 our tickets have gone up literally a few dollars short of $1,000 (Total (2) R/T). Wow!!!! This is a first for us, it’s NEVER happened, that kind of spike in price ✈️. I have our cruise booked for Miami September 2023. Just have to wait & see what is happening then … I’ll switch locations if need be. 🛳🛳 Bobbi

So, are the doors open to the hallways? If closed, do they push open? Do you knock if those doors are locked? Just curious …

Thanks St Greg. 🙂 Now, that I read the ingredients it seems more like an extra creamy milk shake. Put it in a glass & call it dessert 🥰🥰 🛳🛳 Bobbi

I just don’t get the appeal here on the “fruity soups”. 🤷🏻‍♀️ I’ve ordered the strawberry soup (Dream & Elation). Each time it just tasted like a creamy smoothie. I did like the presentation though. 🛳🛳 Bobbi