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Ahhhh! Thanks very much! Teddie

Rather than create a new post on bidding for upgrades, I’ll ask my question here on the same topic. We are in a regular balcony and we bid on JS, JS w large balcony, and GS. Why is it when I follow the link on my cruise details to the Bidding page, only the GS shows up top with the option to modify or cancel the bid? The two JS bids are listed below and do not offer those options. When I do a mock booking, there are still cabins (albeit not so many) in all three categories showing as available. Any ideas? thanks, teddie

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Seas to Bermuda can be rough at times. We have sailed to the Bahamas and Caribbean many times from Bayonne, and the seas have tended to be smooth. I say this as an individual who is seriously prone to seasickness--and because of this I ALWAYS use/bring seasick meds: scopolamine patch works great for me, but if over the counter oral meds like Bonine (it is the same as Meclizine) work for you, be sure to be prepared. Have a great cruise! Teddie

I found that throughout the day, people may move around a bit. So if that’s the case on your cruise, maybe you will get a chance to try out some of those other things. We camped out on the beach, so we could get both sun and shade. Either way, it was a tranquil and beautiful day. teddie

I get that it’s your opinion, so here’s my take: I had never considered how much others are paying—never crossed my mind. I pay for it if I feel the price is right for us. I love the Beach Club, and am looking forward to going in November to enjoy it again. I won’t be comparing ship size, who paid what, and who got there first. First come, first served. teddie

Kamchatka Peninsula, anyone?

That is rather insensitive to those who may truly be in harm's way. It is a war, after all. Teddie

I feel the same. It's a small region, and can go extremely volatile. I have many, many relatives in Cyprus, and in the Limmasol area. @dani negreanu and others in Israel and surrounding areas, please stay safe. Teddie

Our first cruise was on the Explorer, then the Voyager, and then the Explorer again! Here is a recent Explorer review by Cruising with Ben and David. They are consistently objective and friendly in all of their reviews, including this one:

I do! Teddie

Exploiter of the Seas teddie

Thanks for the quick reply! teddie

Can the bed in the separate bedroom of the GS be converted to 2 twins? Thanks, Teddie

Thanks so much for the photos and details. Very nicely done! teddie

I brought a 4-pack of Muscle Milk in my carry on. Not an issue. Teddie

The one time we went to Beach Club it was $89.99 pp this past February. Half price during the Black Friday sales. Loved it. teddie

Same for the Anthem cruise directly following yours. I’m ok with it because I love sea days. Teddie

I use Travel Guard, and always get the enhanced health package. The extra benefits include appropriate medical transportation back to your home state and hospital of choice. Otherwise, many policies will just bring you to the appropriate medical facility closest to where your ship is. teddie

And they always look surprised when it's time to do that 🙂

Thank you. And WOWZA is right! Teddie

So the Beach Club pass is now designated as "Pass A" in the excursions listing --wonder if this is to differentiate from the upcoming adults-only Hideaway Beach? PS: I really like the Beach Club and I am well-aware that one doesn't have to pay *anything *extra on Coco Cay...so no need to mention that.... Teddie

Yep--our first cruise in 2004 was on the Explorer. We paid $25 ("to cover gratuities") at Portofinos-- maybe there was a Chops too, but I don't remember. Now it's a whole other world. Teddie

It's likely already been mentioned, but I think RCI is trying to pull the 20 to 30 somethings without children away from the main pool. I wouldn't be surprised if families have complained about the boozing etc from that group. Teddie

Oldest: Enchantment, pre-stretch Newest: Anthem Favorite: Explorer—I love the full outdoor promenade and the size of the Voyager Class