Quantum of the Seas - Maiden Transatlantic Voyage - Nov 2-10, 2014 - Live Report

[fish6]

One more comment or observation I had by looking at some of the pool deck areas.....does anyone else feel that there is limited seating? Now I know this ship will be sailing from NJ where it starts off cooler but by the time it hits warmer weather could this be an issue? I have to say I haven't seen any pictures of the Solarium so maybe that area is bigger. :confused:

[jv_nyc]

Really sorry to hear the check-in was so poor. That was supposed to be one of the huge gains, but personally, we couldn't see how it was 7 minutes from curb to cabin if we had to go through security.

 

Why couldn't you get into your cabin? Was this because it wasn't ready or another glitch?

 

Thanks! We didn't push to hard to figure it out; the large doors that lead to the hallway were closed (similar to other Royal ships when the rooms aren't ready). I doubt it was another glitch. Another passenger reported that the rooms will be ready from 12:30-1, so we were about 30 minutes before that. I'll head done in a few minutes to check it out.

[Ourusualbeach]

One more comment or observation I had by looking at some of the pool deck areas.....does anyone else feel that there is limited seating? Now I know this ship will be sailing from NJ where it starts off cooler but by the time it hits warmer weather could this be an issue? I have to say I haven't seen any pictures of the Solarium so maybe that area is bigger. :confused:

 

Don't forget about the second covered pool where the glass panel covers can retract. This is in addition to the solarium.

[Peewee14]

Writing this from Michaels pub. The ship is awesome and beautiful and just amazing.

 

Only negatives so far check in awful. And adventure ocean has a really over powering smell of paint and chemicals not sure I am going to be happy leaving little one in there

[Autaven]

Following! Sorry to hear check-in was so poor. Looking forward to see if the ship makes up for it (travelling for our honeymoon in April).

[Familygoboston]

Umm, you are all on, still within range with your mobiles....where are the pictures?!

[mikat77]

So happy to hear you're on board! Is there any chance you could get photos of Adventure Ocean, we would really love to show our son who has some mild anxiety issues. Seeing it in advance will help to prepare him for our trip.

[JCity156]

Question - does the $150 behind the scenes tour include entertainment areas? A C&A Diamond and up member benefit is an Entertainment tour, what areas will it include on QOS if it is available at all? If entertainment tour is available, will you receive an invite from RCI in your cabin?

[fish6]

Umm, you are all on, still within range with your mobiles....where are the pictures?!

 

Like button! :D

[h20cruzer]

Where are the pictures??

Norma

[juiceman]

If someone on the cruise can find out the price of the Tag Heuer Aquaracer RCI exclusive watch, I would appreciate it.

 

Edited November 2, 2014 by juiceman

[Clarea]

Question - does the $150 behind the scenes tour include entertainment areas? A C&A Diamond and up member benefit is an Entertainment tour, what areas will it include on QOS if it is available at all? If entertainment tour is available, will you receive an invite from RCI in your cabin?

The All-Access tour normally includes a theater tour.

 

Regarding the complimentary tours given to D and above, you are normally notified via a card left in your stateroom about the availability of tours. However, sometimes we don't get the card, so you may want to ask the Loyalty Ambassador about the tours.

Edited November 2, 2014 by clarea

[jv_nyc]

Cell data service is spotty - 3G goes in and out. Here are a few pictures (more to come when I drop off bags in the cabin and venture out with my camera).

 

We'll use this thread as our live report, and I've also created a Shutterfly share site to collect/organize all the pictures.

 

Here's a link to the Pool Bar album - https://quantumlaunchers.shutterfly.com/restaurants/40

 

We'll continue to upload photos :)

 

[emmy]

Following along. What is arrival day in NJ just so I can check the webcam?

 

 

http://www.nyharborwebcam.com on Nov 10 if anyone would like to watch her arrival passing under the Verazzano Narrows Bridge about 6 am I think

[salchi-chimi]

Cell data service is spotty - 3G goes in and out. Here are a few pictures (more to come when I drop off bags in the cabin and venture out with my camera).

 

We'll use this thread as our live report, and I've also created a Shutterfly share site to collect/organize all the pictures.

 

Here's a link to the Pool Bar album - https://quantumlaunchers.shutterfly.com/restaurants/40

 

We'll continue to upload photos :)

 

 

I just noticed on some of the photos, why is the pool closed?

[Peewee14]

[ocav]

Cell data service is spotty - 3G goes in and out.

 

Thats just the UK Mobile Network for you, I got better signal in the middle of ocean off the coast of Italy (not Cell@Sea) than I do in my own home in the centre of a town.

[KPfromCT]

I just noticed on some of the photos, why is the pool closed?

 

I think she said in an earlier post that it was a COLD day, and windy.

[SailingSiggy]

We'll use this thread as our live report, and I've also created a Shutterfly share site to collect/organize all the pictures.

 

Here's a link to the Pool Bar album - https://quantumlaunchers.shutterfly.com/restaurants/40

 

We'll continue to upload photos :)

 

 

Joanna, I will be writing my own personal review during/after the inaugural voyage for a fb group and may post on CC too. While I will take thousands of pictures myself I would prefer not to embed a lot into my review. Would you be ok with me providing the link to the Q Launchers Shutterfly photo album in my review so people can go there to see the photos? Obviously you will have photos unique to the maiden voyage (masquerade dinner etc.).

[CRUISEFAN0001]

Congratulations on those of you enjoying the maiden trip on Quantum.

 

Hope you all have a good time and do plenty of exploring on the ship.

[cruisenfever]

Umm, you are all on, still within range with your mobiles....where are the pictures?!

Like button!

Where are the pictures??

Norma

I really think we should give these fine folks a little time to get organized.

Edited November 2, 2014 by cruisenfever

[beachbuddy]

I really think we should give these fine folks a little time to get organized.

 

My thoughts exactly!! LOL

[Tyron]

I really think we should give these fine folks a little time to get organized.

 

Agreed!!!!!!!!

[jv_nyc]

Joanna, I will be writing my own personal review during/after the inaugural voyage for a fb group and may post on CC too. While I will take thousands of pictures myself I would prefer not to embed a lot into my review. Would you be ok with me providing the link to the Q Launchers Shutterfly photo album in my review so people can go there to see the photos? Obviously you will have photos unique to the maiden voyage (masquerade dinner etc.).

 

 

Sure thing - just request to be added as a member to the Shutterfly site, and I'll approve it. :)

[JMG]

I really think we should give these fine folks a little time to get organized.

 

Absolutely! Long check in, staterooms not ready, no sea pass cards yet. They had not planned to have their carry on belongings attached to themselves at this point. They have several days to sort everything out and supply those pics!