silentbob007

I’ve not cruised post-Covid, but even years ago the limited vouchers were great. I remember packing into the tiny concierge lounges on ships many years ago and it was always a game of hope-for a-spot. I have enjoyed the social aspect of the lounges, but that is the biggest drawback for me. As someone who has done the last couple of cruises in full suites on oasis ships, I appreciated a better experience for the premium I was paying. I do enjoy benefits of my brand loyalty, don’t get me wrong, but I hate the animosity the extremes on both sides can have.

Good to hear positive things about Allure. Unexpectedly planning an April trip now with family who have never cruised. My first time out of Galveston and first time cruising with a toddler … feels like I suddenly have a lot to learn again.

Totally was all in with that group. I think I even got a press interview about it. Ended up liking the ships. Now my wife will only cruise a ship with a Central Park. 🤷‍♂️ I’m willing to say I was wrong. 🤪

I was on Quantum’s “inaugural” from NJ down to the Caribbean. Booked it last minute for a slight premium in a balcony cabin. Many things on the ship did not work well yet (never got on Northstar as it was a 3 hour wait) and there was almost no recognition about it being a milestone cruise because there had been the TA and other press cruises and already. I am very hesitant to spend top dollar on an early cruise.

$15k for a grand suite in February for me, wife, and child. Family suite on Surfside is 8k and is at least Sky Class but I know we are not spending that much for an interior balcony overlooking the splash pad.