Live from Wonder of the Seas! March 4 to 11, 2022 Inaugural Cruise!

[twangster]

With just two days to go I haven't seen anyone mention doing a live trip report so let me be the first to start this thread.  Anyone can contribute, or do you own thing, it doesn't really matter.

 

I had previously settled on this ship being one of those "maybe one day I'll sail on her" so when it was first announced that Wonder was coming to America I had to book it. 

 

Sailing in a deck 8 balcony cabin on this voyage.

 

Itinerary:

 

Day One - Embark Port Everglades

Day Two - Sea Day

Day Three - Labadee

Day Four - San Juan

Day Five - Sea Day

Day Six - Nassau

Day Seven - Perfect Day at CocoCay

Day Eight - Debark Port Everglades

 

My plan is to try to post more on a live basis compared to some of my other threads but then I'll supplement with photos as I take time to process and polish them.  

[twangster]

Secured an 11am terminal check in time in the app so hope to be early on board.

[Jimbo]

Following, Have fun !

[gumshoe958]

Have an amazing time!

Looking forward to hearing all about the Mason Jar and how it works with a UDP.

[twangster]

Tested negative of course, printed my SetSail and test results. 

 

I've seen way too many people fumbling through their phone trying to find test results and the setsail pass holding up the line for everyone else so I print everything.  Even the terminal workers are shaking their heads.  I walk up to that first checkpoint and I'm through in under 10 seconds.  Passport card, vax card, test results and SetSail all ready to go.

 

[FionaMG]

Nice! Enjoy! 🙂

[ticketsunlimited]

Cant wait to see your report.  Thanks again for keeping us informed.

[Longhorn Cruiser]

Leaving Port Everglades right now:

[jillpra]

Following! Headed on her in November! 

[RoperDK]

Following.  Safe travels.

[berbician]

Can’t wait to hear all about her. I’ll be getting on her on the 18th!

enjoy !

[twangster]

Some notes from an event earlier today.

 

6988 max capacity 5734 double occupancy, 2184 crew, 30’ draft

• Country Crew Trio - first country band on board a ship
• Starbucks branded coffee will be served everywhere
• Laser tag is back, Promenade parades will be on the 2nd or 3rd cruise. 98 person parade
• Jacuzzi and Mocktail Bar on teen sun deck
• KidJammer - Food station within the Windjammer at kids level.  May be coming to more ships in the fleet soon.
• Effectors2 will begin to be shown this summer
• Phoenix cover band for the first 2 weeks
• Windjammer will be full service by crew
• Golden room, high roller casino, will stay high rollers as a test for US market
• Enhanced sail away party with a Caribbean theme
• Wonder is coming back to PC in the fall despite rumors

[Baowen]

I am following along. I'll be on her in April for the transatlantic.  Take lots of pictures and introduce us to the crew if you can.

 

Beth

[sandebeach]

We were watching from our condo balcony as she sailed out of the Port channel and into the ocean. Quite a sight. 

[aloni]

Pardon me for asking. 

If the cruise is from March 4-11th as in the title, how is it sailing from Port Everglades today?

[twangster]

Just now, aloni said:

Pardon me for asking. 

If the cruise is from March 4-11th as in the title, how is it sailing from Port Everglades today?

 

Two day employee and their family cruise to CocoCay and back for Friday.

[b&s4cruisin]

I’ll be following, will be on her on the 25th..  please post the “Cruise Compasses”

[marybaby08]

Following. Have a WONDERful cruise!

[joand452]

Can’t wait to read your trip report!  
 

Bon Voyage!

[perfect match]

I’m looking forward to sailing along with you again, Twangster! Can’t wait to get a good look at Wonder! 😎🏝😃

[EllieinNJ]

Have a great trip. I'll be following.

 

[twangster]

Early in February I saw that people were signing up for a Meet & Mingle.  I haven't seen one of these in a long time and didn't think they were being offered anymore but the cost to apply wasn't a deterrent so I figured I'd jump on the M&M band wagon.

 

At first I received the automated response email:

 

Thank you for registering for the Royal Caribbean Cruise Critic Community Meet & Mingle. We are looking forward to welcoming you and our other special guests onboard soon. As you know, a Meet & Mingle requires a 25-person minimum. Once we have reached this minimum, you will receive an e-mail confirming the event. Then, during the cruise, registered guests will receive an invitation in their stateroom with the day, time, and location of the event.

If you have any questions about your Meet & Mingle, visit our Frequently Asked Questions section online at Royal Caribbean by clicking here http://www.royalcaribbean.com/meetandminglequestions

See you soon,
Xplora@rccl.com

 

 

Then a couple days later...

 

CONGRATULATIONS! We've met the 25-person minimum for the Royal Caribbean Cruise Critic Community Meet & Mingle you helped organize for the WONDER OF THE SEAS on our 04-March-2022 sailing. 

During the cruise, registered guests will receive an invitation in their stateroom with the day, time, and location of the Meet & Mingle. You can meet your fellow cruisers on the Royal Caribbean Roll Call or Message Boards online at the Cruise Critic community and invite them to join the get together when you click here http://www.cruisecritic.com/community/meetandmingle.cfm. If you have any questions about your Meet & Mingle, check out the Frequently Asked Questions online at http://www.royalcaribbean.com/meetandminglequestions or e-mail us at Xplora@rccl.com. 
Get out there! Xplora
Royal Caribbean International

 

Will have to see if anything comes of this.

[John&LaLa]

2 minutes ago, twangster said:

Early in February I saw that people were signing up for a Meet & Mingle.  I haven't seen one of these in a long time and didn't think they were being offered anymore but the cost to apply wasn't a deterrent so I figured I'd jump on the M&M band wagon.

 

At first I received the automated response email:

 

Thank you for registering for the Royal Caribbean Cruise Critic Community Meet & Mingle. We are looking forward to welcoming you and our other special guests onboard soon. As you know, a Meet & Mingle requires a 25-person minimum. Once we have reached this minimum, you will receive an e-mail confirming the event. Then, during the cruise, registered guests will receive an invitation in their stateroom with the day, time, and location of the event.

If you have any questions about your Meet & Mingle, visit our Frequently Asked Questions section online at Royal Caribbean by clicking here http://www.royalcaribbean.com/meetandminglequestions

See you soon,
Xplora@rccl.com

 

 

Then a couple days later...

 

CONGRATULATIONS! We've met the 25-person minimum for the Royal Caribbean Cruise Critic Community Meet & Mingle you helped organize for the WONDER OF THE SEAS on our 04-March-2022 sailing. 

During the cruise, registered guests will receive an invitation in their stateroom with the day, time, and location of the Meet & Mingle. You can meet your fellow cruisers on the Royal Caribbean Roll Call or Message Boards online at the Cruise Critic community and invite them to join the get together when you click here http://www.cruisecritic.com/community/meetandmingle.cfm. If you have any questions about your Meet & Mingle, check out the Frequently Asked Questions online at http://www.royalcaribbean.com/meetandminglequestions or e-mail us at Xplora@rccl.com. 
Get out there! Xplora
Royal Caribbean International

 

Will have to see if anything comes of this.

 

Xplora 🤔🤣🤣

[John&LaLa]

Lots of pics of decks 17 and 18 please😁

[poocher]

And I look forward to an in person account on Harmony 3/13!!