jcollin Posted July 22, 2016 #1 Share Posted July 22, 2016 Hi, Two families (3 teenagers) going in August. Can the kids sign and sail cards be loaded with a certain $ amount and once it's gone they can't charge anymore? We have 3 balcony rooms, do the partitions in between open so we all be on there together? How do people stay in touch with their kids when on the ship? We plan to meet for dinner but what about during the day? Can you make reservations b4hand for the shows? I probably have more but lets start with this. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crusinpsychRN Posted July 22, 2016 #2 Share Posted July 22, 2016 Hi,Two families (3 teenagers) going in August. Can the kids sign and sail cards be loaded with a certain $ amount and once it's gone they can't charge anymore? We have 3 balcony rooms, do the partitions in between open so we all be on there together? How do people stay in touch with their kids when on the ship? We plan to meet for dinner but what about during the day? Can you make reservations b4hand for the shows? I probably have more but lets start with this. Thanks Set up charges at Guest Services. Not all balconies open and never heard of 3 in a row opening. No resis for shows. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muumuu Posted July 22, 2016 #3 Share Posted July 22, 2016 You can load a limited amount of money on a S&S card and you can reload it as you want. We have seen more than 3 balconies open in a row. We have had Spirit class aft balconies numerous times. They would never open any of ours. Each guest services has a chart of what they can and cannot open. No reservation needed for shows as it is first come first seated. Enjoy your cruise. Warning!! Highly addictive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asalligo Posted July 22, 2016 #4 Share Posted July 22, 2016 Two families (3 teenagers) going in August. Can the kids sign and sail cards be loaded with a certain $ amount and once it's gone they can't charge anymore? I have done this many times, simply gone to guest services and loaded their accounts with cash and then told them the amount they had available daily to spend. I set them at $20. Not once did they over spend their $20 and last cruise I just told them they had a limit and they really had full charging rights. We have 3 balcony rooms, do the partitions in between open so we all be on there together? Sorry, never 3. How do people stay in touch with their kids when on the ship? We use 36 mile frs radios, but if they get the hub app on the dream before my March cruise I will gladly switch to the phones. Can you make reservations b4hand for the shows? No, sorry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maldenmusic Posted July 22, 2016 #5 Share Posted July 22, 2016 For good seats at the shows, plan to get there early. You are going to love cruising. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crusinpsychRN Posted July 22, 2016 #6 Share Posted July 22, 2016 Go to cruisedeckplan.com, choose the ship, scroll down to Extra detail info it will say what cabin balconies open. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cr2zCr8zy Posted July 22, 2016 #7 Share Posted July 22, 2016 Most everyone has already supplied the correct answers to your questions... I just wanted to second the poster who gave you fair warning about cruises becoming addictive. ... :D Bon Voyage and Enjoy Your Cruise! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pyroguy Posted July 22, 2016 #8 Share Posted July 22, 2016 Hi,Two families (3 teenagers) going in August. Can the kids sign and sail cards be loaded with a certain $ amount and once it's gone they can't charge anymore? We have 3 balcony rooms, do the partitions in between open so we all be on there together? How do people stay in touch with their kids when on the ship? We plan to meet for dinner but what about during the day? Can you make reservations b4hand for the shows? I probably have more but lets start with this. Thanks Sounds like fun! Guest Services can load the cards for you - no problem. We have done this as well. When we have had 3 balconies in a row, AND when all of the partitions are open(able), yes we have had them all open together...kids loved going from room to room on the outside of the ship. We did this on the Valor and the Breeze. Remember to ask your steward EARLY on the first day to open them if you want them open - if I recall, there was a certain little holding device required to lock the partitions in the open position - and there are a limited number of them on the ship. So ask early, and know that once they are opened, they stay opened. No more walking out of the shower in your birthday suit with the curtains open :eek: We have always done the cheap FRS type radios, they tend to work sometimes...remember you're on a steel ship and no matter what the radio says in miles, they are all pushing the maximum legal wattage which is 500mW - and that's a pretty low transmitter. You aren't going to talk clearly from Lido to someone inside in the main lobby, but 2-3 floors max usually works. Honestly I can't wait to try the HUB App on the Breeze next May - I have a feeling that will be a communication game changer for our family. Finally, no reservations needed for the standard shows on CCL. Some of the newer ships have the Thrill Theater and the Vista has the IMAX theater that requires tickets, but the comedy and Broadway shows on CCL do not require reservations. Can I ask what ship you will be going on and what Itinerary? Maybe I can help with some pointers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
springs741 Posted July 22, 2016 #9 Share Posted July 22, 2016 Regarding the balcony partitions. It depends on which ship. Some combinations can not be secured in the open position. Spirt class ships the balcony door affixes to the rail so multiple partitions can be opened. Other classes affix to the wall so limited number can open. On most ships you will need to go to guest services with someone from each stateroom and make the request. On other ships the room steward is able to fulfill your request. While we are here to answer your question you might want to peruse the Carnival FAQ too. There is information on there you might not think to ask. Have a wonderful cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crusinpsychRN Posted July 22, 2016 #10 Share Posted July 22, 2016 Very nice videos pyroguy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcollin Posted July 22, 2016 Author #11 Share Posted July 22, 2016 Thanks for all the quick feedback Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watermelonqueen99 Posted July 22, 2016 #12 Share Posted July 22, 2016 (edited) If you all have smartphones/tablets, and you're sailing on a ship that has the HUB app available, there is a chat feature you can buy. I think it's $5 per device. We used it on the Freedom, and it worked *most* of the time. LOL Edited July 22, 2016 by watermelonqueen99 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bar10der421 Posted July 24, 2016 #13 Share Posted July 24, 2016 I have not traveled with teenagers, but have often seen the suggestion to set up a specific meet up time and place during the day just so everyone can check-in with each other. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jayscore Posted July 24, 2016 #14 Share Posted July 24, 2016 Something else you can watch is your S&S account on the TV. You can almost tell where the bucks are being spent this way. I hope this helps! Have a great time!;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lenquixote66 Posted July 24, 2016 #15 Share Posted July 24, 2016 1) What is the average age on a Carnival ship ? 2) What is the average size of an Ocean View and of a balcony on a Carnival ship ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badfinger Posted July 24, 2016 #16 Share Posted July 24, 2016 If you all have smartphones/tablets, and you're sailing on a ship that has the HUB app available, there is a chat feature you can buy. I think it's $5 per device. We used it on the Freedom, and it worked *most* of the time. LOL Yes $5 per phone for the entire cruise. It is texting. Obviously you need at least two phones! My neighbor did this and they said the texts do not arrive "instantly" and many times they had to relaunch the app for new texts to come in. Sounds like more hassle than it is worth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mondello Posted July 24, 2016 #17 Share Posted July 24, 2016 There are no reservations nor assigned seats for the nightly shows. Also, we're not supposed to "save" seats for others who may or not show up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crusinpsychRN Posted July 24, 2016 #18 Share Posted July 24, 2016 (edited) 1) What is the average age on a Carnival ship ?30's to 50's but lots of kids certain times and older folks as well. 2) What is the average size of an Ocean View and of a balcony on a Carnival ship ? 185 sq ft balcony cabin and 220 oceanview. Edit: this posted weird! Edited July 24, 2016 by crusinpsychRN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teegypsy Posted July 24, 2016 #19 Share Posted July 24, 2016 I am about to board the Fascination with my teenager. We plan on both getting the "social media" internet package and using Facebook messenger to communicate. Hope it works! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lenquixote66 Posted July 25, 2016 #20 Share Posted July 25, 2016 185 sq ft balcony cabin and 220 oceanview. Edit: this posted weird! Thanks for responding :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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