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Yep. I don't think any cruise line has actually banned the use of plastic straws, they are limiting their use of them. I doubt they'd say anything if you brought your own. I am pretty sure that Carnival said they would still give out straws with the frozen drinks which is good because I can't imagine drinking them without one (although I'm sure I'd adjust if I had to).

We will be bringing our own straws on board now. ;)

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I am loving your review and enjoying the photos. We are doing a cruise in January with a lot of the same ports. We maybe a little cooler than you guys are since it is in January. Thanks again for taking the time to review. I love exploring the ports beforehand through other's perspective.

Rachel

I don't think that I have ever woke up while docking. Most of the time, the boats are so smooth that I don't feel a lot. But to be fair, we haven't done an Alaskan cruise yet. :)

Have fun.

My husband and I have a cruise scheduled in Jan 2017 that goes to these ports and others. As well as spending a few nights in Barcelona. Is there anyone that has been in January that could give me a good idea of what they wore and if the weather was cold. We are from NC and I hate being cold. :)

Thanks in advanced.

Rachel

My husband and I have a cruise scheduled in Jan 2017 that goes to these ports and others. Is there anyone that has been in January that could give me a good idea of what they wore and if they weather was cold. We are from NC and I hate being cold. :)

Thanks in advanced.

Rachel

My husband and I have a cruise scheduled in Jan 2017 that goes to Pisa and Rome. Is there anyone that has been in January that could give me a good idea of what they wore and if they weather was cold. We are from NC and I hate being cold. :)

Thanks in advanced.

Rachel

Rachael,

Are you going on the NCL Spirit? We're booked (18 of us and the group is growing). I've also started research. It'll be here before we know it! Maybe we can share info

 

Maryann

Hi Maryann,

We are going on the Spirit leaving Barcelona on Jan 6th. Is that the same as you? Sorry it took a little bit to get back to you.

Rachel

I think I am one of the rare ones, but I like Nassau. We tend to walk around. If you guys are into forts, Fort Charlotte is pretty cool. Fort Fincastle is neat but Fort Charlotte is much better. Of course, if you have never been before, you need to go to the Queen's Staircase. I tend to see it each time we go anyway just because I enjoy it. Before we get back on board there is a pub on land that is called the Pirate's Republic that brews beer onsite. They have drinks and free popcorn and allow kids. Like I said, I enjoy the town and allows find something interesting.

Have a great trip,

Rachel

We always stay at the Radisson that is right at the port. They have a shuttle that will take you there and pick you when you get back. They have some good deals regarding parking cars, flying in and transfers, etc.

http://www.radisson.com/cape-canaveral-hotel-fl-32920/flcocoa

Have a great cruise.

I would go under the Roll Call Tool and look for your cruise to see if there is a roll call. Usually you will find other people in the group that have booked excursions. There are also shared excursion that you can look for based on your cruise dates. For example, one that we know of is:

http://www.shareashoreexcursioninitaly.com/

Hope that helps.

Rachel

My husband and I are on a 10 day roundtrip Barcelona in Jan 2017. Yes, it is a long way away, but I am one of those that starts planning the minute a cruise is booked. :)

For anyone that has traveled around Italy and Rome in January, could you help me out here. I am a fairly cold natured person and I am trying to figure out what to bring and not over pack.

Any suggestions would be great!

Thanks,

Rachel

IMO, the decor and amenities are better on RC, but in regards to service and relaxation, etc, RC and Carnival for us has always been the same.

You will get so many opinions on right better feel, but if it were me, I look at the boats and decide on one for this trip and the other for another.

We do tend to sail more with Carnival personally. Have fun and whichever you choose, you will have a great time.

Rachel

Ours that we ordered on the 21st arrives today.

Kermit's absolutely for Key Lime Pie!

We also like the harbor view restaurant across the street from Kermit's. It is neat to sit at the bar and watch the boats and people in the harbor.

Not sure about truth of this. John Herald wrote on his Facebook that this is not true.

Again, don't know for sure!

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To be honest, I have seen some huge bags being carried around by the porters, etc.

Not sure exactly an answer but as before, some of the bags I have seen, I have wondered if they brought all of thier clothes from the closet with them.

If I remember correctly, it is based on what the cruise itself is. For example, we were looking into a 8 day cruise and when I asked, they said it would be the cost per day for 8 days. If others have been told or charged different, please let us know.

For us, that is almost $800 for husband and myself. We like to drink, but we are beer drinkers. I enjoy gin and tonics, but not frozen drinks, so for us, it isn't worth the cost.

My favorites are the Fantasy and the Fascination.

We usually will be an iternairy that goes to HMC anyday! We like Jacksonville port, very easy to get too and from.

Also, we are some the rare ones, but one of our favorite short cruise ports is Nassua .

I am sure that you will have fun either way.

Well, Carnival just removed the party for its own past passengers (gold). Why would they provide a nice party for some unknown members of a online message board?

I swear CC needs a "LIKE" button.

If there is anyone on the boards that has stayed in V23 on the Fascination, could you tell me about the view or suite. It is a Junior Suite with an obstructed view. I have looked at the deck plans and it seems like the life boat that is near it is one of the smaller onees.

So, if you have stayed, can you tell me how obstructed it is or if you have pictures that would be great.

Thanks.

Rachel

We got one today for our June 9th trip that has been sold out.

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Does anyone know the cost if you book a spa package on board the first day. When I called to see about upgrading to a spa balcony, it was going to be @ $600 more. Nope, not an option.

I would be the one indulging in the spa, not the hubby as much.

http://www.bahamas-treasures.com/bah...lkingtour.html

Here is the walking tour that I mentioned earlier. We have done this one or used it as a guide before.

Not to us, we like Nassua a lot. It is just small enough that you are able to get off the boat and walk around. You can almost see everything on your own or in walking distance.

I have a walking tour of nassua in another post. I will look for it and repost.

Get off the boat and do some nice and leisurely exploring.