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I am fortunate to live near Stryker. He is performing in Little Rock, Arkansas tonight 

and we are here to see him. He misses all of his HAL fans!     
 

Happy New Year! 

Sounds great! Thanks!

We are in a grand suite on the Harmony in mid February 2024. Does the concierge help with Coastal Kitchen or other specialty restaurant reservations? Do they assist with show reservations? We have not sailed often on Royal Caribbean. 
 

I just wondered if I should wait for the concierge or book everything online as soon as I can. Thanks. 

We were on the Nieuw Statendam in January and paid over six dollars for it. The cabin steward got it for us. 

I was surprised that the 4 star mariner discount at Rudi’s Sel de Mer was 25 %, not 50%. We did have to remind them twice to get the discount applied to our account. 

Our last flight to FLL is pulling away from the gate now. We are running a bit late but should be in FLL by 7 pm. We board the Nieuw Statendam tomorrow. 
 

Thanks everyone for your help and support! 

I will post an update. So far our flights are on time! 

Driving is not an option. It is a two day drive. We are hoping for on time flights tomorrow! 

We called HAL about boarding in Nassau. They say anyone with HAL air will be able to board in Nassau. We are flying independently. The agent put me on hold and came back to say we could board in Nassau. She gave me the special services phone number to call if we need assistance.  The problem is that I do not really trust what I am told on the phone. 
 

My flight leaves at 12:35 pm and arrives in FLL at 6:15 pm. There are a couple of later flights that would work for us if there are seats. 
 

I just hope everything goes on schedule. 
 

Thanks for all your replies. 
 

We are on the Nieuw Statendam. 

Hello! We board the NS on 1/14/23 and fly to FLL on 1/13. Flights are so crazy right now. If we miss the embarkation because of flight issues, is there a problem joining the ship in Nassau, the first stop? We have our passports. Thanks.

Thanks for the replies! 

Hello, I am on the Nieuw Statendam for 2 seven day back to backs leaving Port Everglades on 1/14/2023. There is no testing or vaccination requirement for this itinerary. The HAL website recommends but does not require Verifly. What is the advantage of using it? Thanks. 

Thanks, yerdua! 

Hello! We are on the Nieuw Statendam 1/14/2023 sailing out of FLL. When and how do we get our boarding time slot? Is it assigned to us or are we able to choose between a few times? Thanks. 

US 67 in north Arkansas is mostly four lanes with a few lights but not many. That is probably the best way. I am not sure if you are familiar with apps but the free WAZE app on your phone is a great real time navigation tool. Good luck! 

Thanks everyone for the info! 

Thanks so much! Are the show reservations made on the app after boarding? 

Hello, we have sailed on the smaller RCL ships and have never made reservations for dining or entertainment. We are thinking of a cruise on the Allure. Are reservations necessary  for dining and shows? If so, can we book them in advance months before the sailing or do we have to wait until we board? Thanks. 

Sorry you tested positive. I hope your husband stays healthy and that you recover quickly. 
 

Thanks for answering the question about Dead Certain. Take care. 

Jamie, I enjoy your reports and have a question. You mentioned you read a book titled Dead Certain. Who was the author? I would like to read it. I see there is one by Mariah Stewart and one by Adam Mitzner. Thanks. 

Thanks, Castle, I will email them! 

If we are assigned a main dining room that we do not prefer will they move us to a different one?  We like Normandie. Thanks.

I have seen this ….just wondering if the rapid NAAT test is the same as NAAT. Thanks, Mark! If you have a chance could you please confirm after you board that everything went well!

Thanks, Mark! Have you boarded successfully with the rapid NAAT test?  We are using Walgreens.