I Didn’t Cancel My Cruise, Here’s My Review 3/21/20

[drsel]

Sorry dear but May 3 is very unlikely

[Tutontow]

On 3/21/2020 at 10:35 PM, Ukigirl said:

Well I do have a complaint about dress code. I know there’s been a lot of discussion about what to wear to the MDR but I shall be voicing my displeasure tonight about the new dress code that RCL has implemented for the crew, I’m wearing my ball gown and this is the attire I have to look at?!? I do believe my waiter looks familiar, think I’ve seen him on my previous cruises. Oh but a new personal touch which I’m ok with, the waiter actually gets to sit down and eat a meal with you! Getting to know my waiter, Elbo from USA.

This is absolutely pure gold.

[FloridaPalms]

19 hours ago, Ukigirl said:

Rumor around the ship is that Independence isn’t the only ship sailing so would love to hear your reviews and see your pics 🙂😢

 

 

Wow!  You picked a great ship and I’m really enjoying your review.

 

I don’t know what I was thinking but I strayed from cruising Royal and am stuck on the Pool Algae Queen.  🤢 What a rust bucket!   My waiter is nowhere near Elbo’s caliber and there is no pool boy to attend to my needs.  AND THE CASINO HAS ONLY ONE, YES ONE, SLOT MACHINE!!!  

 

Thank goodness they at least carry one of my favorite beers since I’m not a fan of Corona (even with lime). 

[Sailor_Sally]

This too funny !

[CruiseMomTX]

23 hours ago, Ukigirl said:

My daily attire is black on black, maybe a hint of gray and if I’m feeling adventurous  a pop of white. Believe me when I tell you embracing color is a big deal for me and it’s just a few pieces that I take on our trips. 

 

Well you need to embrace color more often it looks great on you!!  I'm laughing and really enjoying this and reading it while showing my hubby the pics while he is watching La Lido Loca on the you tube.  This made my night!!  We were on the 4/6 sailing on the Enchantment.  We are enjoying the time at home with our 3 teen boys though!

[blueridgemama]

12 hours ago, FloridaPalms said:

 

Wow!  You picked a great ship and I’m really enjoying your review.

 

I don’t know what I was thinking but I strayed from cruising Royal and am stuck on the Pool Algae Queen.  🤢 What a rust bucket!   My waiter is nowhere near Elbo’s caliber and there is no pool boy to attend to my needs.  AND THE CASINO HAS ONLY ONE, YES ONE, SLOT MACHINE!!!  

 

Thank goodness they at least carry one of my favorite beers since I’m not a fan of Corona (even with lime). 

 

That will teach you not to cruise with another cruise line and not be faithful to RC. I am however definitely intrigued by that slot machine. Is it distributing TP or paper towels? If it's TP that's an ingenious way to conserve considering the present shortage😀

Try to enjoy the rest of your cruise😊

[FloridaPalms]

3 minutes ago, blueridgemama said:

 

That will teach you not to cruise with another cruise line and not be faithful to RC. I am however definitely intrigued by that slot machine. Is it distributing TP or paper towels? If it's TP that's an ingenious way to conserve considering the present shortage😀

Try to enjoy the rest of your cruise😊

 

The good stuff ~ two-ply quilted TP!!! 😀 But the payout stinks. Three cherries 🍒 only paid out with 2 squares!  My cruise is going down the crapper! 😡  

 

So happy Ukigirl is getting the Royal treatment she deserves  on her cruise and hoping she will let us know about more of her port stops and excursions.  

 

[Ukigirl]

11 hours ago, RETNAVY1996 said:

After the LA checked your cruise point, added the triple nights for the suite, she asked me to drop off the crystal block you earned.

 

 

I shall eagerly be checking the mail!

[barb65]

Your review was brilliant! What a breath of fresh air to read this during these stressful times. Your husband is a keeper!

[mitsugirly]

Did you ship sink?

[drsel]

UK girl should be praised for her great imagination and ingenuity. also a fantastic attitude!

[Fun lovin]

Absolutely brilliant thread so entertaining- well done you I am thoroughly enjoying this cruise with you!

[Bailey & Sophie]

 

I think she ditched her husband, married that friendly waiter and they are on their honeymoon.

[GeorgesGal]

All I can say is BRAVO, UKIGIRL!!!!

[teeredi2cruise]

@Ukigirl 

I read this thread a couple of weeks ago and it thoroughly put a smile on my face then. I just read it again and it brought so much joy in these dark days. For your creativity and amazing attitude, I say thank you. 

Edited April 16, 2020 by teeredi2cruise

[Ukigirl]

35 minutes ago, teeredi2cruise said:

@Ukigirl 

I read this thread a couple of weeks ago and it thoroughly put a smile on my face then. I just read it again and it brought so much joy in these dark days. For your creativity and amazing attitude, I say thank you. 

Awww you made my day, thank you. I have good days and bad days just like everyone else but trying to stay optimistic and feel blessed that everyone in our family is healthy and has been able to keep their jobs, except for me. 25% of Michigan is  unemployed and luckily my husband is still working, the curve is slowly starting to flatten as long as everyone stays home.

[taznremmy]

2 hours ago, Ukigirl said:

Awww you made my day, thank you. I have good days and bad days just like everyone else but trying to stay optimistic and feel blessed that everyone in our family is healthy and has been able to keep their jobs, except for me. 25% of Michigan is  unemployed and luckily my husband is still working, the curve is slowly starting to flatten as long as everyone stays home.

I'm glad you came back and posted something @Ukigirl.  I was concerned you had come down with a virtual case of COVID-19 on your virtual cruise.  Thanks again.....this was very entertaining.  Hope you and "the waiter" have a wonderful life!

[bravostar]

All I can say is Thank you!! Thank you!!
for posting. My spirits are lifted[emoji173]️[emoji173]️


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[BecciBoo]

On 3/22/2020 at 8:41 AM, Ukigirl said:

We did make it to the Diamond Lounge for our free drinks last night and again I shall be standing in line at Guest Services, how can I possibly have a Bloody Mary without vodka??

WHAT!!! NO LEMON DROP?

[BecciBoo]

On 3/22/2020 at 7:01 PM, Ukigirl said:

Seriously guys, thanks for your response. Should be on Independence right now, this was to be my first solo cruise (with Elbo’s blessing) and I was looking forward to doing a live thread. We’ve been doing our best with social distancing, my boss just closed for the next 2-3 weeks, Elbo still goes into the office though I think he will start working from home soon. We miss our adult kids terribly but this will pass and can’t wait for our normal lives to resume.  We’ve got an October cruise scheduled so keeping our fingers crossed for the actual sail away. Love to all of you and stay safe!

Liberty coming up Oct. 18th hopefully also!  Boy will we all be ready for some sailaway!  It could be the biggest booz cruise we've ever done!

Edited April 17, 2020 by BecciBoo

[Sarnia 432]

For those of you interested, there is a virtual cruise in the Australia and New Zealand forum.  It is looking like a lively cruise to take or follow along.

[Preziosa]

Thank for a great Cruise review, now I realy feel How much I am missing cruising. Hope it Will Be possible cruising in Nothern Europe in june.