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On 1/14/2017 at 4:17 PM, Betsynh said:

We love spending time in the Schooner Bar on our RCCL cruises, and the style of the pianist determines whether we hang out there or find another spot. For those that remember Henry Saxby or Paul O'Shea, we love pianists that sing without fancy techno accompaniment... just pure voices and great piano playing.

 

We're just wrapping up an 8-day Eastern on the Freedom and I'm pleased to report that Andy Cruickshank was a pleasant surprise. This is apparently his first contract on Royal and he's the "old school" pianist with a great voice. He's got a deep raspy tone with a slight reggae vibe and is really enjoyable. Crowds have regularly been drawn in as they head to/from the casino, and the bar has been filled to capacity every night.

 

Great choice RCCL! I always try to find piano bar reviews before I sail, so wanted to share my feedback for any other enthusiasts out there! Happy sailing!

Hi Betsy,

Just saw this post while looking up info on Andy Cruickshank.  He will on our Navigator cruise 3/1/19.

Had to respond and hope you see this.  We had Henry Saxby on one of our RCCL cruises (can't remember which one) and he was outstanding.  Kept trying to find another one like him on future cruises but to no avail (walked in then out of Schooner Bar each time because no one was there) until we met Paul on our Freedom TA in 2017.  Hoping Andy fits the bill.  So much fun with a packed great and fun entertainer.

Also, we keep looking for RCCL loyal cruisers in our neighborhood. Not many out there.  We live in

Hooksett.

Take care,

Bob

2 hours ago, oldplayer532 said:

Hi Bob! We booked the same tour for our March sailing on Allure. Is it difficult to find Bodden hut/people? Also need some recommendation for lunch.

No.  Allure docks at the Port of Roatan terminal.  Walk out past Diamond Intl on your right and look for their kiosk on the left.

Kiosk # 1.  We ate at Bananarama.  We waited too long to eat after we got there and had to rush.  I would advise getting something not long after arriving then going for a swim.

15 minutes ago, blusun said:

 How much beach time did you get with the fun n sun tour? I saw 1 review where they where back to the ship at noon. I really want to have at least until 2-3pm on the beach.thx!

Hi,

We were at Bananarama for 1 & 1/2 hrs.  That gave us enough time to have a good swim and a sit down lunch.

Bob

Just back from Roatan on Allure of the Seas.  Took the fun 'n sun tour with Victor Bodden.

We had a great day.  The tour was a good way to see the island and the views from up in the hills.  The stop at the animal sanctuary was interesting and fun.  West Side beach was beautiful.  Could spend hours there.  Pre-cruise reservations and communication was excellent.  Had a bit of a hard time finding their booth at the pier.  We were on Royal Caribbean and I was concerned about the warning in the pre-cruise paperwork about "imposters posing as Bodden employees."  I finally found the booth and was told you only have to worry about that at the Mahogany Bay pier NOT where Royal Caribbean docks.

Thank you all for responding. I appreciate you taking the time to answer my questions. Your responses make me feel better and I'll sit back relaxed and wait patiently for the next 10 days. Looking forward to getting away from the 2 ft. of snow in my yard.

We are in a 2BR AQ suite on Harmony sailing 2/18. We received an email from the Genie on 2/9 and I replied the same day however I have not heard anything back. No email with the loop link either.... Hoping to get a response today since it has been 4 days. I know they are busy with current passengers but even a quick reply would be great. Like you, I am mostly concerned about the dinner reservations I requested. Sailing in 5 days.....

So far I am not impressed with this situation with the genie. This is very frustrating wondering when a response will come. To not hear anything at 4 days prior to sailing is just unacceptable in my mind. People I've talked to keep telling me not to worry about reservations, they say it's what the genie's do and they'll take care of it. Maybe I shouldn't be skeptical but if the times are full already, what are they going to do ? I don't see why royal can't update their reservation system so as a star class guest you can just make a reservation like normal with no charge. I'm not going to be a happy camper if I can't get a resrevation that fits into my schedule.

We are in 10330 sailing 2/25.

Thanks for the feedback

Hi,

I have a concern regarding the Genie service. We are travelling 2/25 on Harmony in a 2br Aquasuite. We

have received the questionnaire but as of today we have not been contacted by the Genie. I'm concerned

about getting the dinner times in the specialty restaurants we desire to go to. Will the Genie be able to

book the times we want to go ? Will he/she be able to also include non-suite guests in our reservation ?

We are considering the Chef's Table and I am worried that we will not have availability to book that.

Thanks for any feedback that can be given.

I'm in. Hoping to create enough havoc to get an honorable mention. See you Sunday chris.

Hi Radio,

Enjoying your great review thanks for taking your vacation time to do this. The pictures of the blue

sky and water offer a little relief from the 24 inches of snow about to be dumped on NH.....just a little.

Question: You mentioned Starwater. I saw on a previous cruise's compass many listings for this show as

opposed to just a few performances of other shows. Does that me Starwater has a few different variety of shows

or just one show with many performances ? Do we only need to book once ?

Thanks

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Hi Chris,

Thanks for all the work and pics.

This may be redundant so I apologize. How do we get assigned our booked beach cabana ? Is it done

when we booked, on the ship, or do we get assigned one when we get to the beach ? Can we request a certain

one ? If so, do you have a recommendation of which one ?

Thanks

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Chris,

Thanks a bunch. Great and good variety of pictures. Now looking forward even more to our cruise in a month +.

Where is the secret spot where Wendy took the picture of you 3 guys. Looks very relaxing.

Welcome home.

Chris,

Like the pictures of Falmouth since we'll be walking in your footsteps in a few weeks. Haven't been there before so it's nice to see what it looks like. Hilton was beautiful....huge pool. Would like to find that Bob Marley drink somewhere....looks good !!

Chris,

Excellent pics. Great job. A little tortuous for me seeing as Oasis is sailing with us aboard in less than 60 days. These pics are going to make it seem longer since I want to be on board NOW !

Glad you're having a good time.

Thanks

Good morning Chris. Hopefully you were able to get some sleep last night. Safe travels today.

Chris,

Thanks for taking your vacation time to do this. Now I can live my Oasis cruise 2 months early vicariously through your review.

Have fun, safe travels and enjoy yourself with Wendy, Tom, Dee, & John.

Party on Gibbs !!!!!:D

Hey Ria and Lee,

Miss you guys ! Henry was the best. Loads of fun. I'd book a cruise just to spend the nights with him.........listening to his piano playing I mean. We were in the Schooner bar probably 4 of the nights of our cruise tossing 'em back with our CC friends that we only saw one of the main shows. I wish I could find out if he is on our cruise next year.

Bob