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Really glad to hear it's back. It was cancelled on our cruise last September and we were really hoping to see it on our cruise this fall.

Also used our vouchers in casino and theater.

Thank you for this info. Much appreciated!

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Thanks, Rob!

Radio Rob, how did you make your signature smaller? No matter what I do it comes out the same!

I realize the OP has probably already made a decision, but thought I would chime in since I was on both in the past year. I thought the crew was friendlier on the Grandeur. The Windjammer, Centrum, Park Cafe/Solarium seemed a lot more crowded on the Enchantment. MDR food and dining service was very good on both. Both Baltimore and Port Canaveral are easy ports. We liked the Grandeur so much we booked her again for this fall.

When completing your online check and entering the Passport dates, Royal should have an alert that the passports will not be valid for your sailing. How difficult would that be?

Exactly what I was thinking--that would just be good customer service. Sorry to the OP -- I feel badly that your trip had to be canceled.

Hi I am researching river cruises--have done many ocean, but no river cruises. I really appreciate this forum as it has provided much useful information. I do have a few questions for now and probably many more later!

I can only find March itineraries for Vantage's Rhine Discovery. Although prices are really good, won't it be really cold then? Is there a reason they don't do this itinerary for the whole season? (Or is just something I am doing in searching?!!)

I would prefer to do Spring or Fall, but also don't want to have to bundle up. What are some opinions on the best times for cruising (and why)? Thanks in advance for your help!

I apologize if I offended you!

No problem. I may be a little sensitive, but If you haven't been to Cleveland lately, you might be surprised. Lots of great restaurants and fun things to do.

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They should be left in the cabin for pick-up. If you are in a hurry for it to be out of your way, call them to pick it up. As already mentioned, trays left outside the cabin are a hazard --not to mention gross.

Thank you for your review. Good information as this was one of a few ships/itineraries we were considering for the Baltic next summer.

 

Having lived in many different places including foreign countries (relocated during my father's career as well as my career), there are a lot of GREAT places to live. You just have to look for the positives, relax and get involved in the community. If you do so, you can even enjoy living in the armpit of the U.S. known as Cleveland, Ohio (lol).

Wow, you are just determined to insult someone, aren't you?

Thank you for your informative review! We hope to do a similar cruise in the future. You have added greatly to my knowledge.

Also meant to say I believe there was dancing every evening. We really enjoyed the Centrum on the Grandeur. It was that definitely the hub of the ship. Lots going on...

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There was definitely ballroom dancing in the Centrum on our September 2014 Grandeur cruise.

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We had an OV on Deck 2 and really liked it. I would think 3 would be even better. We liked it because it was central to everything -- mdr, R bar, entertainment in Centrum, outside promenade. And the elevators to go to top decks were never crowded.

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Right next to the sea glass beach near the dockyard, you can find Black bay beach ( it is said to be one of the best places to enjoy the sunset )...have a look at their fb page for pictures.

 

 

 

 

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You are so right! Very beautiful view; small beach but very uncrowded when we were there. Walking distance from Dockyard. We were on the Grandeur and didn't arrive until 3. This was a great place (along with the sea glass beach) to go for a few hours.

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It is actually pretty. And I like the idea that nature has reclaimed the garbage--turning trash into treasures.

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Any acronym for judgmental people or those who have problems minding their own business?

Now that's funny! [emoji23]

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Take a look at the Sea! Then use the SCANNER. Finally, dot com.

Perfect! Thank you

Booked one yesterday -- no change in price today.

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I just looked on *a certain site* and saw that there are a TON of open cabin on this sailing still. It's 27 days away.

 

Any way you could give me a hint about this site? I would like to look at it!

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I really enjoy the shorter cruises. Our last three cruises have been 6, 5, and 6 days. And they seemed just about right. I keep looking at some 8 and 9 days, but hesitate about being onboard that long. We did a 10 day Panama several years ago and although we loved the ports, we were ready to be off by the end.

My hesitation with longer cruises may be because when we first started cruising, we would wear ourselves out trying to do everything! We would eat too much, drink too much, stay up too late! When I got home, I needed a vacation from my vacation. I am a little more relaxed about it now.

Enjoying this thread -- good topic!

No problem having 7 consecutive balconies open on Indy. They were opened immediately. What a fun way to sail!

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Really like your review and comparisons. We have always sailed RCI, but are considering Carnival out of Charleston or Jacksonville. Appreciate your perspective. Thank you for posting.