Markmom18

Hi, We will be stopping in La Romana on a future Carnival Cruise. If allowed (private course ??) my husband would like to play Casa de Campo. If not CDC, any recommendations from fellow golfers or locals? This would be late September. Thanks, 🛳🛳 Bobbi

Mmmm … I didn’t even think to look at different prices for the water (on a 2nd day delivery). Would you mind sharing the price difference? I order the 12 bottles. Thanks, 🛳🛳 Bobbi

I was going to get my haircut (2:30pm appointment). The shop is in Old Town Monrovia. A total back up, every street had cars parked. It was organized. Cops everywhere. I finally got inside and the owner showed me the back parking lot …just filled with those black, long, & shiny clean BIG SUV’s!! Turns out Kamala Harris was one street over, something with a play center/therapy for children with special needs and just kids in general. My hubby who works in the South Bay, said freeways were a mess everywhere. 🛳🛳 Bobbi

Hi, I just read your message, so I popped over to AARP & logged in. Clicked on PayPal option. Again, nothing … 🙁🙁. I can do the quizzes, see my Profile etc etc. Just can’t purchase! Soooo frustrating. Did I miss a step? Do I need to do anything besides click the PayPal “circle” option? I even tried the PP option AND putting in my credit card info … the C.C. I use for PP. I do appreciate your tip though, happy that somebody has found a way around this … just trying to spend some money on AARP ( and save $10 too 😁) 🛳🛳 Bobbi

I gave up this week trying to buy Carnival & RCCL Gift Cards. I’ve been attempting to buy the $100 cards on both cruise lines. It always stops me. So, I called RCCL yesterday and was told to use Chrome. So, I installed the App. No difference, after I put in my method of payment (have tried Credit & even Debit cards), it locks & doesn’t allow me to finish. I’ve bought them for years from AARP online, off my iPad, no problems. Anybody have a suggestion? 🛳🛳 Bobbi

2,900 on my B2B May 20 …. I loved being n the Panorama in September❣️🛳 I dont recall the numbers but it was SO nice. Went back again in March and the numbers were definitely up! 🛳🛳 Bobbi

On my B2B a couple weeks ago, we were handed envelopes by our Cabin Attendant on our last full day. Switching to the second cabin, I found 2 envelopes already on the dressing area table. We last cruised Royal in 2018, so IDK if this was standard procedure. I remember our first cruise in 1986 — all the tips were paid in envelopes. And we booked via an actual travel agent in our little town! 🛳🛳 Bobbi

We had a problem due to understaffing in the MDR . Per our Head Waiter, not my opinion. Hopefully this will be resolved soon, but on this Navigator cruise in May, it limited the table selection to a large table. Yes, this is just my experience. So, I wanted to make sure it was all taken care of before hand. I went ahead and called RCCL this morning. I was happily surprised that I only had a momentary wait too … Yippie! We now have 5:00pm MDR early dining on our September cruise. 😃😃 🛳🛳 Bobbi

🎶🎶 I was just on the Navigator . Each night for dinner we were serenaded with “Washy Washy” songs by 1 or 2 of the wait staff . I noticed smiling guests washing their hands and singing “Washy Washy” as they entered and left the area, it added a positive fun spin! 🎶🎶 Nothing wrong with washing our hands before we eat … 🛳🛳 Bobbi

I prefer to book myself, but thanks for the information. 🙂 🛳🛳 Bobbi

Yeah, my email to the address recommended was returned too. I have never used tweet. So, I guess I’m stuck with the phone. But appreciate the suggestions everyone. 🛳🛳 Bobbi

That beats the 2-1/2 hour the last time I called! 😁

Hi, I was on a B2B on the Navigator. Switching to Early Dinner (from My Time) on the second cruise could only happen if I wanted to sit at a large table with strangers, which I didn’t want to do. So, I opted to eat at the Buffet when it opened each evening. Anyway, I’d rather have this settled before we cruise. Not having a full staff created a backlog with the My Time. Maybe by September this will all be in the past , who knows?? 🛳🛳 Bobbi

Hi, It’s a booked & paid in full cruise for September. I will use the email you suggested. Hopefully, I will receive a confirmation before we cruise. Thank you for your help. 🛳🛳 Bobbi

Hi, After my Navigator cruise this month, I want to switch to a set dining time. Is there a way I can do this online? Or must I call Royal? Last time I called it was a 2-1/2 hour hold (it was late March -early April ). How long are wait times via the phone now? Thanks! 🛳🛳 Bobbi

Yes. ⛸⛸

I also was on this cruise Part 2 of my B2B. I ended up eating dinner at the WJ Monday- Thursday evening (as soon as they opened). I was very encouraged to see folks washing their hands in the “ Washy Washy” area provided. I didn’t see people touching every thing in the Buffet. I am NOT a fan of any Buffet! But, as a Solo cruiser that week, I chose it over a big table with lots of strangers. Due to medical reasons, I am still wearing a mask out in public. I was the 🧑🏼‍🦳 lady with a 😷. Not too many of us wearing those masks. Hot tubs?? You mean those things with all the kiddos in them?? 🤣😂 No Way. Once upon a time weren’t those “ Adults Only”. I think the other reality of a hot tub …. is the adults drinking and using the tub as a toilet. So, it’s just a big NOPE for me. I enjoyed the cruise. It was my first time on the Navigator. I’m sorry your cruise experience was gross, dirty and with cold pools/tubs. 🛳🛳 Bobbi

I didn’t go to the shows, so I can’t answer your question. Yes, it was overcast and cold inside. I’m glad I wore a jeans jacket when I borded! I wore it everyday 😟. I can’t believe I never even thought of the typical May Gray/June Gloom. I assumed once we got out of Long Beach area we’d have sunny skies. Oh well …

Hi, No the Compass no longer is delivered to your Cabin. They don’t even have them in the racks by the Guest Service Desk, if you want a paper copy you need to stand in line at Guest Services. Now, I did receive paper copies of various kinds of information in my Cabin. So, perhaps this is also a money saving idea to not deliver the Compass everyday, Paper menus in the MDR also must be asked for … I’ve never gone to the Captain’s Party, so can’t confirm they still have one. But, they announced other party’s over the loud speaker & in the Compass. The last night they announced the 80’s Party at 10:30pm. Too late for me … had to pack and get to bed early. 🛳🛳 Bobbi

I just got off a B2B on the Navigator this morning. If I can help with specific questions , just ask 😊. 🛳🛳 Bobbi

Ooops …. That’s a Carnival Rate Code.

Thanks everybody! 🙂🙂 For the hard cookie loving people — you will not be disappointed. 🍪🍪 I prefer the softy chewy kind. Oh, the water tasted just like …. Water 🤗 🛳🛳 Bobbi

I’m on Navigator and ordered cans about 2 months ago. We had plastic bottles waiting for us in the cabin. No biggie either way. 🛳🛳 Bobbi

Question: Am I eligible for reduced prices? I book PB4 Rates. I have a upcoming Harmony cruise in September. No point in looking if I can’t access a lower rate. 🛳🛳 Bobbi

Hi, Tomorrow is my last day of this B2B cruise I’m on (Navigator). Where would I go to get this Diamond Gift? Or were the 4 cookies in the Cabin on Day 1 of each leg the “gift”? Thanks, 🛳🛳 Bobbi