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I get a few different varieties on different days. But the things that are really great, is the fresh watermelon and all the fresh salsa's!!

We're booked on the Horizon in April 2021, so i hope you'll be ok! I want to go on a short cruise in November but i got the big negative from the boss.

Hey now! It showed up last week for our Horizon April 17 2021 sailing. Someone from our rollcall/grp must have checked and then posted. I got one, and at least 6 others posted that they did. It is nice to get one, too bad we couldnt use some of that juicy obc for it! Bye for now.

We enjoy the Seafood Shack(Shanty) we like to get a platter and relax on the Lido. We have gotten the lobster roll and steamed shrimp too. It's all pretty good, and a good value! 

Grand Cayman has some shopping right at the port area. It is very modern, and you will have no issues. Jamaica, has some vendors and shopping in the port area but they are a little more agressive. You wont have any issues but it isnt grand cayman. Have fun! 

I sailed the Vista twice in 2018, and we have a cruise on Horizon booked for April. The Vista class ships are our favorite now. We went back to the Breeze last year and we felt a difference. It seemed a little more crowded and like there were less activities/things to do. 

The Vista class has great restaurants and it never felt over crowded. The spa is nice and the havana area is fun. We havent stayed in a havana cabim but the bar area is a good place to relax. 

Have fun!

Google gave me this: 1850 Eller Dr, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

We're on a 4-26 sailing, and it disappeared a few days ago from the list. Probs still sold out, but i keep trying. 

I'll be on the Horizon in April, and i'll tell you what i'll do. When i'm on, i'll be check from the windows to the walls!! Then, i'll report back.

We really like the seafood shack! They have some of the best tartar sauce, Ev-AHH! We like to get the platter and share while we're watching Lido deck antics! The lobster roll was ok, but the mayo level can be a little heavy handed sometimes. But, yes, seafood shack is def worth the splurge!

We love the Vista class ships! Soo much to do, and never feel its over crowded. However, a smaller ship like the Freedom would be easier with a 2yo. 

We went back to the Breeze after cruising on the Vista, and we felt like there wasnt as much to do, and we almost felt bored. So we are cruising on the Horizon this year. The ports i wanted were on a smaller ship and i lost out. But, i get to pick next year. 

It depends if you think you'll ever get to the ports you want. We are only on this rock for so long, and i'd rather see a new place than a ship.

We have done both, and the Horizon has more activities! We loved the breeze and have sailed her several times but the new ships have more things to do. The 7 day itin is way better than the 6, but the horizon is way better then the breeze. Based on your question, the 7 day is the better choice. The ports are 1st time cruise friendly, and 7 days is better than 6. Safe travels! 

When i was on the Vista, i got coffee and espresso at the Havana bar, and they did have a coffee menu. I dont think they will be able to do all of the coffee-shop style drinks but they can make some of the options. I dont know if they stamp the coffee card at the havana bar, either.

I think we had this last April on the Breeze. Like anything, new items will be hit or miss, and there is always the potential for a new fave! But, looking forward to our next cruise so we can see for sure.

We travel with fiance's daughter, and we all have diff last names. They have passports. We took her niece a few yrs ago, she has same last name as her, we took a parental letter and was never asked, she also had a passport. We are taking her nephew this year, same last name, and will probs take a letter, even though it may be redundant. 

If you have a passport for your child, you should be fine.

On 11/26/2019 at 8:04 AM, mrsturkelton said:

Not wild but more amusing.  The DH and I were on the Norwegian Jewel in Alaska, May 2017.  There was a man who we only saw (and we saw him several times each day) wearing the complimentary bath robe jacket style over swim trunks and sometimes a shirt and fluffy slippers.  He wore that to meals, shows, watching glaciers!  It was early May so it wasn't 'warm' yet but he never seemed to have the robe closed.  He was apparently enjoying the relaxation and stress free part of a vacation!

The robe is one of my favorite parts of my cruise! When i was a kid i loved hawkeye on mash, always wearing his robe. So as i've been an adult, i have randomly worn my robe as ibsee fit. As soon as i found out how much people dont like to see people in robes, i try to wear mine around quite a bit. I do my best to not "hang brain" but sometimes a sea breeze does blow by.....

Hey now! We usually rent a jeep and drive down the island to the reggae bar. Have a drink, take pics at the blowhole. Then drive to coconuts, and have some lunch. Then we make our way back through town, and try to get gas at one of the stations that isnt right across from the port. We will stop at any random place that looks cool. The last time we did this was 2017, and we will be back in April. The new stop now is the one of the pharmacies to pick up some cheap items witout a script. I think we also get the insurance because it cant hurt, right? My understanding regarding fender benders is, try to avoid them. Be safe and have fun!

We just booked a spa balcony for April, the same itin also. I did this on the Vista last year and really liked it. Super excited to try the Horizon. 

Did you do any specialty dining or chef's table?

1 hour ago, monakayk said:

What's FREE on Vista ?.....

Sky ride?

Cucina del Capitano for lunch ?
Ji Ji Asian Kitchen for lunch ?

Serenity --- Fresh salad...what days are served ?

Spa steam & sauna rooms?

Guy's BBQ?

 

Thanks in advance .

Skyride: free

Cucina @ lunch: free

Jiji @ lunch: free

Serenity salad bar: free, open at least during lunch on seadays.

Sauna's: not free

Guys bbq: free, lunch time on seadays

Free pizza at the back of the ship 24/7 but the wait can be long at times. 

Most room service is free, a few items have a small fee now. There is a delivery fee after 1030pm(i think) to cut down on late night room service waste.

I loved the Vista, and am anxious to try horizon.  

I replaced someone last year, about 30 to 40 days prior to sailing and had to pay 250. It sucks to pay any fee for what we percieve to be a small change but it was better than BIL having to cruise by himself. 

Jamaica was one of the more agressive vendor ports i've been to. They are set-up so you have to walk paat them on your way out of the port. You'll have souvenir options and tour options. Shop around for prices, and watch the souvenir vendor trick of "here is something for free". Jamaica was really nice, and we are going back in April. Have fun!

We love the spa rooms, and have had balcony and interior. The upgraded toiletries are nice, and the robe is a little nicer. On the Dream class, the thelasso pool is much bigger than the Vista, i havent been on the Horizon yet but would imagine it's the same. I seem to recall thinking i liked the saunas on the Vista more than the Magic/Breeze. Spa rooms are super convenient to Lido. We have a spa balcony booked on the Horizon in April, and am very excited! Definitely go for a spa room!!

I just talked to my parents that were on this cruise. The only thing they mentioned was that they stopped at an island in the bahamas early saturday(i believe it was saturday) morning due to a medical issue. They said one of their tablemates mentioned a possible reason but i wont pass along specualtion. They are pretty oblivious so if there was a 2nd issue, it's possible that they wouldnt have known.

The Vista is my favorite ship now! Trying to sail on the Horizon next year. We loved all of the stuff to do, and never felt crowded at all, especially the Havanna bar area. Great crew and a great ship! 

Well, after i went through a few pages of the princess board i decided against even posting there. I appreciate the replies, and i believe i will recommend princess to my parents for their annual bday cruise but we will skip them for now. 

  We enjoy all of the shenanigans and antics on the Lido and would probs be really bored if it wasnt like that. Thanks again everyone, and Baba Booey to you all!