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As i've seen others post about, Labadee is VERY removed from the populated areas of Haiti (something like a 7 hour drive from Port-au-Prince??) so the likelihood of there being trouble is probably pretty slim. However - maybe part of the consideration for cancelling these excursions might be that some of the locals who normally staff these excursions are not available right now?? Maybe their country is in the middle of a civil war and they don't have time to take us jet skiing??? I think everybody should enjoy their beach day, swim, eat the food, sit int the cabanas, tip the locals?!?! Be happy for a nice day at the beach instead of worrying and/or complaining that you can't go swim with pigs and therefore RC must be trying to steal your hard earned dollars. Many of the islands we all enjoy in the Caribbean are unsettled and deal with poverty, unrest, political struggles. They usually hide this from us but sometimes it rears it's head. We all (most?) can go home to our nice warm beds. They will live with it.
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We sailed last October on Explorer. On returning to Ravenna, we took the RC shuttle to the airport (to wave our kids home!) then we grabbed a taxi in to town where we stayed for another couple of days. Loved Bologna! I don't remember exact times, but there were several buses so i think they left as they filled up. I would recommend the RC bus transfer to get you to the airport, then taxi over to the train station? It sounds like the train to Bologna may be really crowded and uncomfortable; the bus was comfortable and easy.
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"Best of Florence and Pisa" Excursion
ajtaylor29 replied to Steven Pricharad's topic in Royal Caribbean International
I second other comments that you should try to do private excursions in the med if you can. Taking the ship excursions will involve a busload of people, which is slower and harder to get around and see the sites. You spend valuable time loading and unloading the bus! We've been several times now and almost always book private excursions. We feel like we get to see more and beat the crowds, especially if you're headed to a tourist area. BTW, you might try looking on the ports of call boards here for advise of others who are doing this same route. I always find great tips and advise there! Also, look for a roll call for your sailing? -
Just off Symphony. A FANTASTIC time!
ajtaylor29 replied to leisuretraveler223's topic in Royal Caribbean International
I just came back to add - once we shift to daylight savings time this weekend...the ship time may be the same as local time now?!? Why can't we just keep time the same?!?! It's so confusing.... 🙂 -
Just off Symphony. A FANTASTIC time!
ajtaylor29 replied to leisuretraveler223's topic in Royal Caribbean International
This makes sense! I had always heard that it was the captains decision that's why it varies from ship to ship. Don't know why it would be his/her decision but that's what i've heard?!? Aruba/Curacao - they WERE an hour ahead....once we realized that we did have to contact our excursion company to adjust our arrival time with them. -
Girls in bathrooms being recorded on Symphony
ajtaylor29 replied to Denversail's topic in Royal Caribbean International
We were on Symphony the end of January! He waws NOT our room steward, thankfully! -
Just off Symphony. A FANTASTIC time!
ajtaylor29 replied to leisuretraveler223's topic in Royal Caribbean International
Which is important to remember because the time in ports will be different (Aruba and Curacao) so if you've booked private excursions you need to make sure you coordinate the local time vs. ship time! -
Just off Symphony. A FANTASTIC time!
ajtaylor29 replied to leisuretraveler223's topic in Royal Caribbean International
We just did this itinerary in January and had a great time! I'm not always a big fan of the shows, but i loved Hiro and Hairspray!! We also saw 1 comedy show late night, and the ice show, enjoyed them both! -
The good news for us is that this cruise now shows up again on the website! SO, hopefully it was just a glitch in their system and we're back on track! Now i have to worry about no hot water - what have you done to me?!?! 🙂 That would NOT be good....let's hope they have everything worked out before we board. Interesting that you're going to have so many ships/choices sailing out of LA. This is our first west coast cruise out of LA, so we're looking forward to a new ship and itinerary for us. We live in TX so often sail out of Galveston but usually fly to Florida. We still occasionally do a Carnival cruise (usually because of the itinerary) so hope you enjoy your Firenze cruise. We've done Alaska twice on Carnival ships. I pretty much love every ship I'm on, anywhere and anytime! Haven't had a BAD one yet....although definitely can rate some better than others!
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Might Wanna Pack Conditioner
ajtaylor29 replied to SMMRLUVN's topic in Royal Caribbean International
wow, that's amazing!!! so, yes they still sell it! i buy in giant bottles then pour it in to my travel size bottle! -
Might Wanna Pack Conditioner
ajtaylor29 replied to SMMRLUVN's topic in Royal Caribbean International
well, everybody's hair is different, so i have no idea if this would be good for you or not!! But - i have very fine hair so most conditioners add weight to my hair and any style i try quickly falls flat! I use a product called Infusium Pro 23, it's a clear (looks like water) leave in product that helps untangle but doesn't weigh my hair down. I've used it for years. -
Might Wanna Pack Conditioner
ajtaylor29 replied to SMMRLUVN's topic in Royal Caribbean International
My hair care routine is pretty easy BUT i have a certain conditioner that i have to use or my hair will not be good!!! So, i always take a carry size bottle of conditioner. The other products work fine for me. -
ajtaylor29 started following Navigator of the Seas - current drydock status and 1st cruise back