Ocean Boy Posted September 6, 2016 #276 Share Posted September 6, 2016 I'm kicking myself for not asking earlier. A punch card or two would have nicely supplemented our evening alcohol. If you can, come back and verify that it was available in the beginning. Some have surmised that they don't offer it until the end to try and boost sagging alcohol sales if needed. I may look into this myself when we sail on Freedom. I don't need a package but this would be nice for a couple of afternoon drinks a day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Grumpus Posted September 6, 2016 #277 Share Posted September 6, 2016 I can't find if you have mentioned this but can you tell if the balcony dividers open on the cabins up there? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
molly361 Posted September 6, 2016 #278 Share Posted September 6, 2016 I'm kicking myself for not asking earlier. A punch card or two would have nicely supplemented our evening alcohol. If you can, come back and verify that it was available in the beginning. Some have surmised that they don't offer it until the end to try and boost sagging alcohol sales if needed. On the Oasis in May it was offered on day 3 or 4, not sure which. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
molly361 Posted September 6, 2016 #279 Share Posted September 6, 2016 (edited) I called RC this morning and they do offer this for most ships on most sailings. I will be on the 9/18 FOS and it will be available for that cruise. I can purchase it as soon as I get onboard. I am cancelling my premium drink package (because I don't drink enough to make it worth while) and doing this. Thanks for posting. I really enjoyed your review and pictures. Thanks for doing the review. Did they tell you that it would be available on day 1? I have never heard of that Edited September 6, 2016 by molly361 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare John&LaLa Posted September 6, 2016 Author #280 Share Posted September 6, 2016 I can't find if you have mentioned this but can you tell if the balcony dividers open on the cabins up there? Thanks! Yes they do, the two cabins next to us were open. I will also add that due to the slope of the front rail, the balcony is pretty tiny. Luckily, we were about 10' from the loungers on Deck 12. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msbmommy99 Posted September 6, 2016 #281 Share Posted September 6, 2016 Did they tell you that it would be available on day 1? I have never heard of that The agent I talked to said it was available the day we get on the boat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Grumpus Posted September 6, 2016 #282 Share Posted September 6, 2016 Yes they do, the two cabins next to us were open. I will also add that due to the slope of the front rail, the balcony is pretty tiny. Luckily, we were about 10' from the loungers on Deck 12. :DInteresting. We have connecting D3's on deck 7 but a couple cabins up there opened-up so I'm thinking of moving to them. The balconies may be smaller but opening the dividers should help out in that regard. I love the location though. Thanks for your quick response. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare John&LaLa Posted September 6, 2016 Author #283 Share Posted September 6, 2016 Interesting. We have connecting D3's on deck 7 but a couple cabins up there opened-up so I'm thinking of moving to them. The balconies may be smaller but opening the dividers should help out in that regard. I love the location though. Thanks for your quick response. :) Here is the slope I was talking about. Had to crop, Laura was a little over exposed Sent from my HTC One_M8 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Grumpus Posted September 6, 2016 #284 Share Posted September 6, 2016 Here is the slope I was talking about. Had to crop, Laura was a little over exposed Sent from my HTC One_M8 using Tapatalk Haha!:D It is kind of strange they way they did that. I guess it should help out looking down for the little ones. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare John&LaLa Posted September 6, 2016 Author #285 Share Posted September 6, 2016 Haha!:D It is kind of strange they way they did that. I guess it should help out looking down for the little ones. Maybe it follows the lines of the old jogging track. Pretty sure the floor dimensions were set, but they could expand the upper portion when the added the roof above. That makes it feel bigger than it is. Just guessing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Grumpus Posted September 6, 2016 #286 Share Posted September 6, 2016 Maybe it follows the lines of the old jogging track. Pretty sure the floor dimensions were set, but they could expand the upper portion when the added the roof above. That makes it feel bigger than it is. Just guessing.Yes, looking at old pics of Freedom, it does appear they followed the outline of the old railing. The more I look at them, the more I like these cabins. The decor/layout look great and like I said, love the location. Our two favorite locations... the Spa for DW and the Sky Bar for me!:D Thanks you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suzyluvs2cruise Posted September 6, 2016 #287 Share Posted September 6, 2016 (edited) The agent I talked to said it was available the day we get on the boat. We've been on Oasis, Rhapsody and Jewel this year and the Drink Cards were available mid-cruise. Not doubting you but sometimes the land based RCI agents don't always have the right answers. Hope you're not disappointed. Edited September 6, 2016 by suzyluvs2cruise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suzyluvs2cruise Posted September 6, 2016 #288 Share Posted September 6, 2016 (edited) Oops! Edited September 6, 2016 by suzyluvs2cruise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msbmommy99 Posted September 6, 2016 #289 Share Posted September 6, 2016 The agent I talked to said it was available the day we get on the boat. I called again tonight just to verify again and she said no it was a promotion. :(. I think it depends on who you talk to each time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare John&LaLa Posted September 7, 2016 Author #290 Share Posted September 7, 2016 I called again tonight just to verify again and she said no it was a promotion. :(. I think it depends on who you talk to each time. I think I would find value with 3 days remaining, maybe two, but not on last day only Sent from my HTC One_M8 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare perfect match Posted September 7, 2016 #291 Share Posted September 7, 2016 John, thanks again for a great review! Your photo shoot pitures are beautiful. I'm glad you changed your minds and purchased some og them. I'll bet it was difficult to narrow it down to the ones you wanted. Awesome review. Thanks so much for taking the time to do it. We sail the first 8 night the Freedom does in November. Have to agree with everyone else that the BW photos are incredible. They must have some more "professional" photographers onboard, as we have encountered some lately that just snap and go!! I can see why they were hard to pass up buying. Have a few questions. Did either of you buy the soda package?? We normally do not buy any drink packages. I can't drink caffeine, so in the past we carried on some caffeine free diet coke. But the freedom cruise will be our first time with the coke machines. Do you know if the machines have CF Diet coke?? Also a question on the drink card?? Do you have any idea if this card can be used for frozen drinks?, ie, pina colada?? And what about your bed?? We have requested a mattress topper on our bed after reading some reviews about beds on the Freedom being as hard as a rock. I know this is a preference, and a firm mattress doesn't bother me. However, I really don't want to feel like I'm sleeping on the floor!! Again, great review and great pictures. Waterbugohio, if you are still following along here, I can confirm that the Freestyle machine has Caffeine Free Diet Coke. It is my go to drink, and I was extremely glad to be on a ship where it was available. I slept better than ever on Freedom! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
travelbuddies Posted September 7, 2016 #292 Share Posted September 7, 2016 I called RC this morning and they do offer this for most ships on most sailings. I will be on the 9/18 FOS and it will be available for that cruise. I can purchase it as soon as I get onboard. I am cancelling my premium drink package (because I don't drink enough to make it worth while) and doing this. Thanks for posting. I really enjoyed your review and pictures. Thanks for doing the review. Do the cocktails include frozen drinks on drink card? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted September 7, 2016 #293 Share Posted September 7, 2016 Do the cocktails include frozen drinks on drink card? Yes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
travelbuddies Posted September 7, 2016 #294 Share Posted September 7, 2016 Thanks for your awesome review, we board next week. Lala in all of the pics with your hair down your hair looks fabulous even in the wind. I have a similar style/cut and usually look a mess. What is your secret? Please be specific I will purchase your recommended products for my upcoming cruise. My hair looks good for about 5 minutes and terrible in all my pics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
travelbuddies Posted September 7, 2016 #295 Share Posted September 7, 2016 Yes. Thanks Bob, I see a pina colada, bushwacker, and love connection in my near future. This is my first time purchasing the drink card. Sounds perfect for people like me who only have a couple of drinks a day. :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted September 7, 2016 #296 Share Posted September 7, 2016 Thanks Bob, I see a pina colada, bushwacker, and love connection in my near future. This is my first time purchasing the drink card. Sounds perfect for people like me who only have a couple of drinks a day. :cool: Plus the drink card can be shared.:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waterbugohio Posted September 7, 2016 #297 Share Posted September 7, 2016 Waterbugohio, if you are still following along here, I can confirm that the Freestyle machine has Caffeine Free Diet Coke. It is my go to drink, and I was extremely glad to be on a ship where it was available. I slept better than ever on Freedom! thanks so much. In the past I would carry caffeine free on board, but so like the idea of not having to do this. I know I will consume for than I need, as i don't try to drink much at home. But at least it will be caffeine free, and like you I hope to sleep great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BillOh Posted September 7, 2016 #298 Share Posted September 7, 2016 (edited) BTW, Royal really needs to work on the grammar in the pic above. 1 DAYS, really. :rolleyes: Also from Freedom 2008, so much hasn't changed. Oh, I forgot this think is one I did a poor attempt at photoshop deleting the S in 100th cruises. Busy weekend, so I am just now catching up on your cruise. Enjoy. I'm sure I'll see Freedom again in her new home, I'm looking forward to trying a 8 or 9 day cruise. Edited September 7, 2016 by BillOh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BillOh Posted September 7, 2016 #299 Share Posted September 7, 2016 I ended up spending the afternoons in the Solarium pool. Specifically under the bridge to stay out of the sun. Chatted with lots of fun people. So I have come to the realization that I may really be a troll after all. :eek: I definitely like this spot and the Freedom class Solarium over the Oasis one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BillOh Posted September 7, 2016 #300 Share Posted September 7, 2016 Haha!:D It is kind of strange they way they did that. I guess it should help out looking down for the little ones. Enjoy Freedom Fred. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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