Carol28

Does every RCCL cruise have a White Night? I am ready to purchase a white dress today, if so! I think there might also be a sixties night, but I'm not so keen on figuring out what I'd wear for that. (And I lived through it!) Suggestions?

When we were in Italy, we found a company called All Around Italy (found it on Cruise Critic) and we were able to hire them for several different ports in italy. Is there a company in England that is similar? Or Ireland? All Around Italy had fabulous tour guides in each city. That's the type of company that I would like.

Thank you! That is just a shame. I will never do a short cruise again. Why would they have this beautiful new ship do that? Perhaps to show the people who take a 3/4 day cruise how wonderful the ship is and increase their desire to take a longer cruise?

Please share with me what 'coffee chat' is and how I join? And, is Utopia of the Seas ONLY doing 3/4 night sailings?

I’m on the waitlist. But I’d have to cancel the Explorer for April. You’re lucky to have this opportunity!

I’m not into 70’s music. So I don’t think we’ll get on the Flower Power so I booked a 9 day on the Explorer this week. We’ve 5 cruises booked between now and Dec. 2024. It’s a shame Star Vista doesn’t need new people.

Is your music cruise on Star Vista? I’m trying to get on the Flower Power but there aren’t any Retreat cabins!

We were introduced to the Allure several years ago, and now we love the megaships, but we like this itinerary. And we will be on the Oasis and the Symphony this year and next year. We were on the Apex this year and the Beyond last year. The sky suite on the Apex was too small. Next year we are on the silhouette in a celebrity suite. On the Beyond we were on a two day charity cruise in one of those balconies that have a balcony that can open and close. (Forget the name) The Beyond is gorgeous. I like our RCCL better. I totally prefer the coastal kitchen and the lounge to the Luminae. And there were very few people in the suite lounge on the Apex. And their martini glasses in the suite lounge are smaller than the ones at the martini bar!

I’m wondering what ship you are on. I’m looking at the Explorer. I believe the other ships have better configurations of owner suites, but I could be wrong. And I believe it’s only $1100 difference. It’s not the money. It’s the value.

We also get the Grand Suite. You’re absolutely right about the tub on all of the royal Caribbean ships. But I don’t know if it’s worth $2000. The only thing I’m worried about is the noise from above. Thank you for responding.

As the previous message said, it doesn’t exist on this ship. I thought it was interesting what the person said about the balcony being so tiny, and that he might not choose that cabin, the owner suite, again. I’d love to know what you decide.

I didn’t know that. I know Grand Suites are not Star, but I’m unaware of Star class. I’ve seen store class. People will be escorted to the front row of the ice show. I don’t know what else they get. I’m so glad someone else is trying to figure this out. If you know of the other parts of star class, please let me know

I was surprised at the configuration of the Owner's Suite in that the balcony is small. I realize there is more floor space which is why there is a large window in the bedroom area. It has a separate tub and shower. The Grand Suite doesn't have that big couch or separate shower, but the balcony is bigger. All locations for both types are under the pool deck. I'm wondering if there is an advantage to the Owner's Suite? The only thing I worry about is noise from above. People seemed to indicate that they did not hear anything though some admitted to deck chair movement in the early morning. We booked a Grand Suite under the Whirlpools. Just keep wondering if that was a smart cabin to book.

Thank you!

What is the link to find the EXCEL spreadsheet for this topic?

What is the link to get to the template please? I had it a few days ago, but cannot find it now.

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It was very annoying and other people complained. We were upgraded on our next booking which we already had in place and I believe everyone who complained was given $1000 cash.

I just saw on the RCCL deck plans that there is a change of configuration of the deck plans between April 19 and April 28. We intend to cruise on the April 19 sailing. We were once on a ship that was going into drydock the week after we were on the ship and crew were working on the changes while we were cruising which caused noise all of the time in our cabin. Can anyone explain why there is a change of those deck plans on the RCCL website?

We saw Perry Grant on a HAL ship in 2001. He was the piano bar musician and he was fabulous every night. I believe that is how he started getting a following.I guess he became a main stage act? Too bad that his humor became uncomfortable. He used to say, "I'll sing any Judy Garland song, but don't ask me about Barbra!" He was a lot of fun as the piano bar person and made the cruise even more memorable.

We are considering an Owner's Suite or a Grand Suite on the Explorer. I am concerned that they are right below the pool deck. Is there noise from the pool deck in the suite, like moving of lounges or anything else? Thank you for your kind responses to my previous question.

Thank you! I forgot about the four drinks.

This info has been very hard to find. I'm now talking to an RCCL rep who cannot answer my questions. I'd like to know if there is a Suite lounge. I'd like to know if there is a Suite Happy Hour available somewhere. Is there a separate dining area for suite guests? May we have as much bottles water as we choose? I'd also like to know if there is a Diamond Lounge. I hope to get this info. I've looked at several places for it, but cannot easily access it. Sure do appreciate your help!

Is there a suite lounge on the Caribbean Princess? Will bottles of water be delivered as an amenity to suite guests?

I watched some of it but you did not answer my questions. Is it completely enclosed and is it a sociable place or just very quiet?