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8 hours ago, Ashland said:

Have never done this...

Just how do you do it when there's a line to get back on the ship when in port?

There should be a separate line for suites when getting back on the ship in ports....just walk up to the suite line & show your card.

I would upgrade FAST!!!!

Are they still doing the daily free laundry bag for Star Class?

23 hours ago, JohninDC said:

Marriott Biscayne to POM is about a 5-10 minute ride (you can see the port from the hotel!) - that's where I would use Uber or a cab.  Enjoy the limo on the longer ride from FLL to your hotel.

5 adults & 1 child - 8 suitcases, 5 carry-on & personal items.....need our own vehicle.

TY - that is great information to know!

Also, if there is a Burlington Coat Factory by you - check them out also - will definitely be cheaper than renting.

2 hours ago, Ashland said:

Would be very surprised if they charge a fee for registered guests...Heck...we've had packages delivered to our hotel in Shanghai...no charge.

Surprised the heck out of me when I had to pay a $25 fee for a UPS package. 

Got the quote from Larry's - hotel (Marriott Biscayne Bay) to Port - 5 adults / 1 child in a booster seat was $148.90.  

Also got a quote from Larry's - FLL to hotel (2 adults / 1 child) $190.

We went ahead and book from hotel to port, but will use Uber for FLL to hotel.

Check w/ hotel - sometimes they charge a fee to accept packages.  

TYVM!

2 hours ago, JohninDC said:

Happy to help, neighbor. Way back in the stone ages I lived in VA Beach - fun town!

TYVM!!!   Love VB - except on holiday weekends!  Just wish we had a better selection of cruise ships leaving from Norfolk (right now only Carnival) during Fleet Week.

Seriously - call your CC company - I was able to get some travel related refunds that I charged 18 months previously.  The worst your CC company can do it say no.

TY - never knew about inflatable booster seats - awesome!!!!!

and TY about Larry's Limo service for FLL to MIA!

Hi FL experts!   I'm arranging the transportation for our upcoming family cruise (Symphony 10/2).  Within the MIA area I am going to use the highly recommended Larry's Limo service to get everyone from the hotel to the port.  BUT, have son, wife & 4 year old flying into FLL on 10/1.  I need to get them from the airport to our hotel in MIA (dependable & economical).  Need a booster seat for the 4-year old.  What service would you recommend?     

AND, return from port to FLL - what service would be best (w/ booster seat)?

ALSO, if I use Uber or Lyft in MIA (going out to dinner)...does anyone know if I can request a booster seat when I reserve the vehicle?

Thank you so much!//Maria

Congratulations!!!   Enjoy the JS - you are going to be spoiled w/ the space!

Weird - just happened to us.  DH & I have same check in but son (sharing cabin w/ us) has different check in time (hour later).  Other son & family (all linked reservations) has yet a different check in time.  

Your photos are AMAZING!!!!   Thank you for sharing this review - looking forward to reading every word.

6 minutes ago, utopiahereicome said:

Just now ordered a 2 pack from Optum site, not out of stock at this moment. 

That is super great news - seems like these 2 companies (emed & Optum) are really on top of things - great customer service, fast shipping, quality product, etc.  Wouldn't it be nice if all businesses were like that!   Thank you for the update!

4 minutes ago, LorraineP said:

Getting ready to order for some cruises, is this what I should check off?

YES

Just ordered via emed (6 pack).  My friend went to order on the  Optum site "OUT OF STOCK" (both 2 pack & 3 pack as of 8/28/21).....needless to say I am very thankful and now less stressed knowing my kit is ordered well before I will need it.  

23 minutes ago, bajathree said:

Now...why wait....Oct is around the corner.

 

You are right!!!   Off to order one RIGHT NOW!//TY

2 hours ago, tserface said:

eMed says 5 days ahead of need.

THANK YOU!!!   Going to order at least 2 weeks ahead of need --- last thing I want is for them to say "out of stock".  

When would be the best time to purchase the test kits - our cruise leave Oct 2nd (take test on Sep 29th)?  I've been reading there is a shortage of test kits and sure as heck want to have them on hand for our pre-cruise testing.    Would I be OK purchasing the kits now or should I wait a week or so?  TIA!//Maria

47 minutes ago, reallyitsmema said:

Yes, the deluxe package.  I thought the discussion was the refreshment package?

Great Catch!   

Refreshment package - NON-alcoholic coffees only.  

Deluxe Beverage package - can have alcoholic coffee (i.e. Irish Coffee, Capts Call, etc.)

WoW!!!!  I'm speechless - the only time I get bacon is on vacation.  Bacon at breakfast is something I savor (use to have it a lot, but since DOH had severe medical issues that cherished meat product is no longer kept in our house).