O2B_CRUZN Posted May 18, 2016 #1 Share Posted May 18, 2016 I know the Empress is scheduled to finally start cruising on May 28th. That is exactly 10 days away. Has anyone heard any updates? Is this a "go" or a "no go"? We are scheduled to cruise on her June 11th, so I am watching with interest. I haven't booked any excursions, or extras as I don't want to tie up any more money if it will ultimately have to be refunded. Any inside info is appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted May 18, 2016 #2 Share Posted May 18, 2016 Nothing negative heard ... so far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big_G Posted May 18, 2016 #3 Share Posted May 18, 2016 Given the last couple of announcements it still may be too early. :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merion_Mom Posted May 18, 2016 #4 Share Posted May 18, 2016 All of my secret ;) sources tell me that she will be ready. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reallyitsmema Posted May 18, 2016 #5 Share Posted May 18, 2016 All of my secret ;) sources tell me that she will be ready. Is one of those secret sources, the Orkin Man?:eek::D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare John&LaLa Posted May 18, 2016 #6 Share Posted May 18, 2016 (edited) All of my secret ;) sources tell me that she will be ready. All.....How many do you have ? :eek: Edited May 18, 2016 by John&LaLa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merion_Mom Posted May 18, 2016 #7 Share Posted May 18, 2016 All.....How many do you have ? :eek: I could tell you.........but then I'd have to kill you. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare orville99 Posted May 18, 2016 #8 Share Posted May 18, 2016 When we were in Freeport on Friday, they were showing movies on her poolside screen, so some of them were done working :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
O2B_CRUZN Posted May 18, 2016 Author #9 Share Posted May 18, 2016 That is great to hear! I will cautiously start getting excited about my cruise. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OfTheSeasCruiser Posted May 18, 2016 #10 Share Posted May 18, 2016 As of right now, there is nothing to suggest that she will be delayed any further. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coaster Posted May 18, 2016 #11 Share Posted May 18, 2016 Is one of those secret sources, the Orkin Man?:eek::D Thank you! I wish I had posted something this good... Laughter helps those of us who have been affected by the Empress cancellations and the juggling that many of us have done regarding our vacation schedules at work to rebook on Empress. Not to mention flights and hotels for those folks further from Miami. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulette3028 Posted May 18, 2016 #12 Share Posted May 18, 2016 I know the Empress is scheduled to finally start cruising on May 28th. That is exactly 10 days away. Has anyone heard any updates? Is this a "go" or a "no go"? We are scheduled to cruise on her June 11th, so I am watching with interest. I haven't booked any excursions, or extras as I don't want to tie up any more money if it will ultimately have to be refunded. Any inside info is appreciated! I am hoping that once she sails that Royal will put out more of her schedule so that people (like me) can consider cruising on her. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coaster Posted May 18, 2016 #13 Share Posted May 18, 2016 (edited) When we were in Freeport on Friday, they were showing movies on her poolside screen, so some of them were done working :) I can only wonder if the classic movie Joe's Apartment was shown on Empress' new poolside screen.... Edited May 18, 2016 by coaster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garavar Posted May 19, 2016 #14 Share Posted May 19, 2016 100% a go, from an unnamed reliable source Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pstone1 Posted May 19, 2016 #15 Share Posted May 19, 2016 All of my secret ;) sources tell me that she will be ready. 100% a go, from an unnamed reliable source Thank you for your positive responses which have made us feel a bit better about our upcoming May 28th (now inaugural - ugh!) holiday weekend cruise. We booked immediately when the Empress itineraries opened up and tried to stay positive after the first cruises were cancelled. The second round of cancellations came immediately following our final payment so we have been in "limbo" ever since waiting to see how things played out. This should be a great cruise - our first time on Empress and our first visit to Key West in a long time. I think I'll start thinking about what to pack now and get the suitcases down over the weekend! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsausley Posted May 19, 2016 #16 Share Posted May 19, 2016 Great to hear. I'm on the 28th cruise as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deliver42 Posted May 19, 2016 #17 Share Posted May 19, 2016 While it inconvenienced many people with the delays, I give RCCL credit for wanting to make sure the ship is 100%. Other cruise line customers have complained that their ships weren't ready, and construction was still going on during the first sailing, with some venues closed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amscene1 Posted May 19, 2016 #18 Share Posted May 19, 2016 She will not be delayed, unless it is cancelled! Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare John&LaLa Posted May 19, 2016 #19 Share Posted May 19, 2016 While it inconvenienced many people with the delays, I give RCCL credit for wanting to make sure the ship is 100%. Other cruise line customers have complained that their ships weren't ready, and construction was still going on during the first sailing, with some venues closed. Like slides not working :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chengkp75 Posted May 19, 2016 #20 Share Posted May 19, 2016 While it inconvenienced many people with the delays, I give RCCL credit for wanting to make sure the ship is 100%. Other cruise line customers have complained that their ships weren't ready, and construction was still going on during the first sailing, with some venues closed. To be honest, and not to fault RCI, but this is quite different, in that the USPH would not have allowed the ship to board passengers at all if the work was not completed and inspected. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
O2B_CRUZN Posted May 19, 2016 Author #21 Share Posted May 19, 2016 For all of you sailing on the May28th cruise. Please report back with lots of details and reviews. Thanks!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZoeyVictoria Posted May 19, 2016 #22 Share Posted May 19, 2016 For all of you sailing on the May28th cruise. Please report back with lots of details and reviews. Thanks!!! If somebody will explain the quickest/easiest way to transfer pictures from an iPhone 6+ to CC, I will post some while we are onboard. And a review the weekend we return. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ADS94 Posted May 19, 2016 #23 Share Posted May 19, 2016 For all of you sailing on the May28th cruise. Please report back with lots of details and reviews. Thanks!!! That's what I plan on doing whilst onboard the ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Citymom92 Posted May 19, 2016 #24 Share Posted May 19, 2016 The Cruise Critic Forum app is really good and very easy to post and attach pics right from your phone. There are icons at the bottom as you are typing that make it easy to either take a photo and attach or pick one from your camera roll. Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare John&LaLa Posted May 20, 2016 #25 Share Posted May 20, 2016 The Cruise Critic Forum app is really good and very easy to post and attach pics right from your phone. There are icons at the bottom as you are typing that make it easy to either take a photo and attach or pick one from your camera roll. Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app I find that the TapaTalk app posts larger pictures. The CC App only posts thumbnails Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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