seadog67 Posted March 27, 2017 Author #151 Share Posted March 27, 2017 Thanks a lot for the heads up about the propulsion issue and change of order of your ports. This gave us the opportunity to call Universal Studios to check on what happens if an issue like that occurs on our cruise in 2 weeks. Our cruise gets into port canaveral at 6am so we decided to do a private VIP tour of both parks, since with that experience we can ride anything we want without any wait. It gets booked for a specific date so if we were on your sailing, that would have been an issue for us. As it turns out, someone on your ship had contacted their VIP experience area about it today and when something crazy like that happens, they will change your date if there is availability on the new date or cancel the tour for you. I don't expect to have similar issues but now we know ahead of time, if there is a problem and change of itinerary like that, Universal will take care of us. I never would have thought of the possibility of missing that scheduled port in the US at this time of year but now am prepared for it just in case. Thank you very much. Awesome, hope you guys have an awesome time! We love Universal! Great park. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seadog67 Posted March 27, 2017 Author #152 Share Posted March 27, 2017 Yeah the wash room was great. That is also why no food pics of my sandwich as I took my pics after washing and eating so I did not touch my dirty phone and my sandwich lol great addition more so than the sanitizers. After watching the wake I caught some action Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruiser2015 Posted March 27, 2017 #153 Share Posted March 27, 2017 I think they are still doing the 5 days to Bermuda, as we are booked for this May, but not sure how many after that. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Throughout the spring and summer seasons, or Bermuda season, the Anthem alternates every other cruise with 5 night Bermuda (Sat. departure) & 9 night Caribbean (Thur. departure) itineraries. Each cruise pair is exactly 2 weeks combined. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BEENSAILING Posted March 27, 2017 #154 Share Posted March 27, 2017 Day 2 Compass Still looking to get the internet price per day confirmed but I think from what I have seen it is only pay as you go or a full trip package but I will check with the IT manager to be sure. Also looking into dining packages question also. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Thanks - no need to find IT perosn. they will have the non package pricing at Guest Services. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue1260 Posted March 27, 2017 #155 Share Posted March 27, 2017 Sue there is a 7600+ word review in my signature that I did of Anthem when we were on her last July/August. We are going back on her 4/29 for 7 nights. Going to have to check your review Majestic. I have been to Bermuda on Breakaway in 2015 and love the 3 day stay there and I think you can visit Bermuda multiple times and still not see everything or ever be bored. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amkras Posted March 27, 2017 #156 Share Posted March 27, 2017 Too bad about the propulsion issue and change of schedule. And thanks for sharing the Compas. There's soooo much to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seadog67 Posted March 27, 2017 Author #157 Share Posted March 27, 2017 Checking back in, spent the rest of the afternoon sightseeing the ship: Love seizing seadays! Kids were having a blast! Just do it! It is a long way downnnn: Theres my plane and car Now we have an early dinner at Chops! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seadog67 Posted March 27, 2017 Author #158 Share Posted March 27, 2017 Thanks - no need to find IT perosn. they will have the non package pricing at Guest Services. Ok great, I will check. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seadog67 Posted March 27, 2017 Author #159 Share Posted March 27, 2017 Chops: Starter Course Pan Roasted Scallops 3.5 out of 5 Forks ( a bit overdone but ok) Mrs. S Caesar Salad 4 out of 5 Forks ( very nice Caaesar Dressing) Grilled Black Pepper Bacon (5 out of 5 Forks) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seadog67 Posted March 27, 2017 Author #160 Share Posted March 27, 2017 Jumbo Spicy Shrimp (6 out of 5 Forks outstanding, tender, Spicy and Large, sounds kinky I know lol) 1.5 lb Lobster $21 upcharge ( 5 out of 5 excellent flavor and tender) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seadog67 Posted March 27, 2017 Author #161 Share Posted March 27, 2017 Thanks - no need to find IT perosn. they will have the non package pricing at Guest Services. For one day of internet only, it is $19.95 for the 24 hour period of purchase. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BEENSAILING Posted March 28, 2017 #162 Share Posted March 28, 2017 For one day of internet only, it is $19.95 for the 24 hour period of purchase. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Thank you for taking the time to get this information. PS - I am a big fan of the Anthem (and other RC larger ships.) Enjoy your cruise and I will be following along. PS - did they give more details on the mechanical issue? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rickygump Posted March 28, 2017 #163 Share Posted March 28, 2017 Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seadog67 Posted March 28, 2017 Author #164 Share Posted March 28, 2017 Thank you for taking the time to get this information. PS - I am a big fan of the Anthem (and other RC larger ships.) Enjoy your cruise and I will be following along. PS - did they give more details on the mechanical issue? No problem at all! We love this ship as well, it is very crowded this week though. Patience is in a bit of order :) Missed most of the sunset but caught the last vestiges Now in to see the Gift. We are a bit late without reservations so are in the last row. Listened to easy listening tunes by Sean in Schooner Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shepherdqueen Posted March 28, 2017 #165 Share Posted March 28, 2017 Thank you for this great review. We're on the Anthem in November, our first time on Royal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spellkast Posted March 28, 2017 #166 Share Posted March 28, 2017 Looks like a fabulous second day!!! Those shrimp....oh my goodness...my stomach was growling just reading about their pervy perfection! :D I've read quite a few complaints that the beds are really hard on Anthem- have you found that to be the case? Does anyone know if the crew can alleviate that somehow? I have back issues and hard beds make me feel like I'm 102. :/ Also, I have one other question if you don't mind: how far ahead of time do you recommend we get to activities in the seaplex (bumper cars, trapeze, roller skating) in order to be one of the first few groups to go? Do people start lining up an hour in advance, or is it more like you should just get there a few minutes before the scheduled time? Thanks so much!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seadog67 Posted March 28, 2017 Author #167 Share Posted March 28, 2017 (edited) Just saw The Gift. It is as an excellent upbeat stage musical that kept me awake the whole show. Modern music and a timeless story, may not be groundbreaking in general but better than most ship bored shows. 8.5 out of 10 Oscars A few snippets Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Edited March 28, 2017 by seadog67 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XJokerX Posted March 28, 2017 #168 Share Posted March 28, 2017 Loving the review. Got off a week ago and this makes me feel like I'm back on. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riclop Posted March 28, 2017 #169 Share Posted March 28, 2017 Looking forward to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seadog67 Posted March 28, 2017 Author #170 Share Posted March 28, 2017 Thank you for this great review. We're on the Anthem in November, our first time on Royal. Thank you and glad it is enjoyable! Have a blast in November! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seadog67 Posted March 28, 2017 Author #171 Share Posted March 28, 2017 Looks like a fabulous second day!!! Those shrimp....oh my goodness...my stomach was growling just reading about their pervy perfection! :D I've read quite a few complaints that the beds are really hard on Anthem- have you found that to be the case? Does anyone know if the crew can alleviate that somehow? I have back issues and hard beds make me feel like I'm 102. :/ Also, I have one other question if you don't mind: how far ahead of time do you recommend we get to activities in the seaplex (bumper cars, trapeze, roller skating) in order to be one of the first few groups to go? Do people start lining up an hour in advance, or is it more like you should just get there a few minutes before the scheduled time? Thanks so much!!! The Shrimp we veryyy good ;) lol As to the beds, yes, compared to our pillow top at home they seem very firm at best. Mrs S concurs that they are not very comfortable and has already commented on it after the first night. I find them to be ok but firm and they do not bother me as much. I can ask our Stewart if they provide an egg crate cushion upon request to see what he says. On your last point, some activities in the seaplex, at least on quantum had very long lines and were first come first serve. The ship was much newer then so maybe the novelty has worn off those activities but probably not. We plan to check that area out if not tomorrow then one on the last days, so check back and I will give impressions. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seadog67 Posted March 28, 2017 Author #172 Share Posted March 28, 2017 Loving the review. Got off a week ago and this makes me feel like I'm back on. Sent from my iPad using Forums Thanks Joker! Glad your along for the ride! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seadog67 Posted March 28, 2017 Author #173 Share Posted March 28, 2017 General Thoughts: Someone earlier asked about the noise level on deck 11 port side aft cabin areas. Not much noise from above except a few steps every now and then, I believe there are cabins above us. Our cabin does creak quite a bit that we have noticed, and we are in relatively calm seas, and the creaking is very noticeable for a newer ship. Just an fyi and nothing cruise breaking by any means but definitely something we noticed compared to some of the other ships we have sailed. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CMW5060 Posted March 28, 2017 #174 Share Posted March 28, 2017 Glad you are enjoying Sue! We have sailed Breakaway many times! Love the 3 day Bermuda stays, they are the best, have a blast! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Sea dog, were you on Breakaway last year May 2016 to Bermuda? Think we were with you. We're taking Anthem there in October this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seadog67 Posted March 28, 2017 Author #175 Share Posted March 28, 2017 Sea dog, were you on Breakaway last year May 2016 to Bermuda? Think we were with you. We're taking Anthem there in October this year. No not last May. We did not make Bermuda last year. We last did August 2015. Have a great time, breakaway is great! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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