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4 minutes ago, FTLCruiseGal said:

I wish I had known this before my last cruise.  I would have definitely purchased the key!

I bought the key before reading this thread. I am going to use my entitlement..... not to get kicked off the cruise!

1 minute ago, dianajo67 said:

If there is reports of a raging lunatic at Port Everglades today, it may be me!!  My hubby is the calm one in our family and he’s not traveling with us.  It’s just me and my son with autism!

I'm sure you will be fine. I hope you have a great cruise!

Are you sure you don't owe $0.0000001? Are you sure? Eh? 🤪

1 minute ago, foxgoodrich said:

We always have multiple devices (2 laptops, 2 iPads, 2 iPhones), but have never needed to have more than one device online at a time.  We've always used a cord to transfer photos from phone to computer or ipads and don't need internet for that.   I guess your needs are different!

 

Strictly speaking I don't need 2 devices online at the same time.... 1 device online is enough. However, I misread a previous post as suggesting that there is 2 packages, which I didn't assume was linked to having 2 packages per room (as in 1 package per person).

2 minutes ago, Tree_skier said:

Sorry I wasn't clear.  I meant value for the whole package.  When you deduct the price of the internet that you would pay if you purchased it seperately and then look at the remaining cost and for the remaining perks offered I just don't see value in it.  Especially with the improved embarkation experience with reserved times. 

I probably won't get value from all aspects of the package, but I can only really judge the value based on my own experiences and usage. The only thing I may not make use of is the Lunch, especially if there isn't really a Vegetarian option that I can eat. But I am one of those people who would prefer to get on the ship as soon as possible, so whilst the cost of that may be expensive, I would probably value that in my own way.

1 minute ago, foxgoodrich said:

Would you really need 2 devices if you are solo?  One device means you can only be online with one device at a time.  Are you wanting to have two devices logged on at the same time?

 

It doesn't matter how many devices you have with you, the one device plan means you only USE one at a time.

My Phone and my Laptop. I prefer to use my laptop when I am writing, and my phone for when I am talking. Also, I will be taking photos with my camera, so will need to back up my photos to my computer during the trip.....

2 minutes ago, Tree_skier said:

It is one device per person so sailing solo would only get you a single device package.  I had the Key one time back when it first came out in April of 2019.  I said I'd never bother again.  I just looked at for my upcoming Ovation cruise in August and did the math.  I remember why I said never again.  I just can't seem to find the value in it.

Thanks. I'm sure I will get some value in the package.... even if it's a single device. If the internet speed is good enough, I can send photos to my family whilst I am on my down time.

Thanks for the info everyone. I'm sailing solo, so it will be just for me. If it's for 2 devices, that would be even better, as I can take my laptop and use my phone via Wifi.

Thanks for confirming. My gutt instincts thought it was, but just wanted to have it confirmed.

Just looking at the Key Package on Royal Caribbean's website. I don't want ot make assumptions but the description is a bit vauge. Does anyone know if the Internet component in the Key Package is for the whole cruise?

There are a couple of Islands in the Carribean that accept Euros. St Maartin (1 part of the Island does) and Martinique comes to mind.

I made an assumption that you were referring to a Euro card and not Euro cash. If you have Euro cash, just bear in mind that you may get a poorer rate.

You can use it on your onboard account. Just remember to ask RCCL to charge you in Dollars and not let them do the conversion, as it will be more expensive.

Hello.....

It's been a few years since I last been on a cruise (about 5 or 6) and only been on the Oasis, Allure, Anthem and Liberty. I'm going to be on the Vision of the Seas. Not really daunted by it, just looking forward to seeing some of the ports I haven't seen before. I found the Roll Call, and also have found the Roll Call. This Cruise will take me to Diamond.

In the past, I attended the Meet & Mingle. I understand this has been halted for the time being (which is understandable). I also seen a thread about bidding for an upgrade.... which is new. I am used to doing independant cruises, but with the current pandemic, I am nervous about booking non-official excursions. I need to find out a lot of things about the ship before I go on board. Not overly worried.... and am really looking forward to a much needed cruise.

Is your stateroom having an identity crisis?

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From things I've seen mentioned here, the sticking point seems to be whether it's a "purchased" prepaid card (a plain one where you buy the actual card at a store) or an "issued" prepaid card (one that is printed with your name on it and mailed to you by the issuing bank).

 

If it's issued to you with your name printed on it, you should be good to go.

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No, just looks like a normal MasterCard, but I did mention it was a prepay and they took some convincing to even bother to try using it, they were adamant it wouldn't work.

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I have used my Revolut card several times, despite the pursors desk repeatedly insisting it wouldn't work.. saved a fair few quid in exchange rates!

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I used a prepaid card on my cruise last year, as I have done so for most of my cruises. What I will say is, make sure you have at least $500 available on the card before you get on the cruise. If you can load at least $1,000, all the better. I don't know if I am allowed to mention the name of the provider I have used or not. It may be the case where some prepaid cards are not accepted, but I can only say from my own personal experience.

It depends on how much luggage you have. I don't know off hand if there is a National Express service available from Gatwick to Southampton or not. There may be a Southern Rail service to Southampton, but I am not 100% sure.

I would prefer to spend my money in a Casino than on the Art Auctions, at least I know what I am getting with a Casino.

I would recommend having the setsail pass, even if it is a pdf file saved on your mobile phone or tablet. However, if you can print it, all the beter. You can never tell what mood the port security guys will be in on the day.

Yay for planning but I would take your confirmation number off this post. Not everyone is trustworthy. Or maybe I am cynical.

I would agree with your point regarding the booking number.

If you can, drop an email to your cruise agent and ask them to sort it out.

I imagine the kids won't be in the bar... It's history and to censor something as historic as an election is pretty anti-american.

I will take your word for it. In the UK, kids are allowed in pubs before 9pm (generally speaking).