andrew2346

I hope you get it figured out and have fun.  I can't believe some of what i have read here.  My 17 year old daughter would never agree to that or be comfortable and I actually would never even suggest it.  I like the blow up bed suggestion.

For that length of cruise with in-laws and kids that age I would rather stab myself in the eye with a fork. : 0

We are going to Bermuda for our kids Spring Break as well.  This will be my 4th trip there so I have some experience.  We looked at NCL but ultimately went with Anthem of the seas due to the fact that is a a ship built for colder weather.  First trip was in Mid may and we had a balcony.  Due to the temp and the wind we were unable to use it until we got to Bermuda--still nice to have though.   The temps were on the chilly side to go into the water but kids...they really don't care.  Life guards are not on scene in Horsehoe until 5/1 or at least that was the case then.  The other beaches that are smaller don't have lifeguards anyway.  Portuguese Men of War were a problem that year and are seen in Spring and early summer.  The year we went we were not able to enter the water at Elbow Beach due to them being right there...no thanks lol.

That said...there are a ton of things to do on Bermuda such as climbing to the top of Gibbs lighthouse, Royal Naval Dockyard (we did a Segway tour), Fort Catherine, Unfinished Church, Caves, Biking trail, Hamilton/Dockyard parties at night, finding all of the hidden little beaches like Jobson Cove, Swizzle inn...so good.  

Key is that you need to have a ship that has a lot to do for colder weather.  We are looking forward to Ifly for example and the escape room, Northstar (eh for me), our kids loved the Seaplex and arcade.  I know this is an NCL board but it might be an option to look into and you want to consider them all.  Feel free to PM me with any questions.  Whatever you pick, it will be a fab vacation.

oh boy ok.  Thank you for the heads up!  

How many offerings of yoga do they have daily on Anthem cruises?  Is it usually morning and evening?  Trying to figure out if I want to get an unlimited class pass.  Thank you!

A few years ago on the Anthem of the Seas I had to be present with the kids and sign something (it was also age dependent) so they could come and go as they pleased.  Only one time and that document covered the entire cruise.  Maybe you could do that in advance if need be?  I would plan for worst case scenario.  

Yeah, its not juice : ) If you really like fruit juice it might be a good idea to look at a drink package to get the REAL stuff.

One thing I can say, none of the Royal Caribbean ships have caught on fire, run aground or sunk...so there's that. ;)

Umm...I was on a very badly burnt GOS about 10 years ago..so there is that also ;)

Royal phone reps AND IT issues are just as bad. Head over to the RCL forum. I've taken 6 RCL, 2 DCL, 1 X and 1 MSC (Divina) cruise. Divina was not Disney but it topped RCL and X. The food was much better and if you like good wine, pizza, and gelato.....you will be in for a treat. I had no issue with bar service at all. I was a woman in a bikini so I am not sure if that played into it? lol

I have done both ships and also visited Bermuda 4 times. If you want fewer kids and don't care about B &W I would pick Grandeur hands down. That ship is so friendly and cozy. I was 40 at the time, plenty of other passengers the same age. You will have fewer kids for sure. I have 4 and would never take them on G...we went on A. Bermuda in May will most likely be too cold to swim AND they have had a serious portugese man o war issue on occastion earlier in the season. If the other option is early June I don't think in terms of temp it will matter. Usually the price of the cruise is considerable less late spring because that is not the peak time to visit. Hope this helps!

My kids were about the same ages when we did Anthem (15, 14, 11, 7). They would have loved being on a ship for the first day but that is about it. There is no comparison when it comes to kids activities. I've cruised on both and I find the food to be the same.

Anthem= Disney World

Summit = Longwood Gardens

Have a great cruise! My kids cried when we disembarked : )

For a quick 3 night cruise I would not spend that money on Disney. At that age 8 and 11 they have probably outgrow the Disney Magic. Also, I would not drive that far for 3 nights. My kids at that age would not be happy with Enchantment due to lack of activities ( they would go more for beach time). This is just my opinion obviously.

No, it is not worth it to me. I get a much better mani/pedi on land for a fraction of the price. It eats up time (dry time as well) and I found that the sunscreen chewed it up. I get gel on my fingers for this reason. I would spend that money on a massage or some sort of body treatment. On port days they have specials which are quite good.

I have enjoyed very much reading your review. Agree 100%. Would love for you to go on many more and provide these hilariouly true reviews in the future!

Hi! My vote is hands down RC Star Class. Most likely your girls will have aged out of Disney (if they are not already). They will be ready to conquor RCCL activities. IMHO RC Star Class blows NCL Haven and MSC YC out of the water, Here are the perks:

Star

• ♦ Exclusive Access to Royal Genie Service
  
• ♦ All Day Access to Coastal Kitchen*
  
• ♦ Complimentary Specialty Restaurants* (including Chef’s Table and à la carte dining)
  
• ♦ Complimentary Deluxe Beverage Package (for guests 21 years or older)
  
• ♦ Complimentary Refreshment Package (for guests under 21 years)
  
• ♦ Still and Sparkling Water Replenished Daily
  
• ♦ Complimentary GratuitiesΔ
  
• ♦ Complimentary VOOM**, The Fastest Internet at Sea
  
• ♦ Expedited Boarding and Departure
  
• ♦ Best Seats in the House in Select Entertainment Venues
  
• ♦ Priority Entrance to Many Onboard Activities††
  
• ♦ Suite Lounge Access (complimentary hors d’oeuvres and cocktails from 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm each evening)
  
• ♦ Access to Suite Sun Deck
  
• ♦ Exclusive Access to the Barefoot Beach ClubΔΔ at our Private Destination Labadee®
  
• ♦ Complimentary Minibar stocked with Coca-Cola® Beverages and Water
  
• ♦ Complimentary Laundry and Pressing Services
  
• ♦ Duxiana® Mattress and Pillows
  
• ♦ Frette® Linens
  
• ♦ Luxury Bathroom Amenities by L’Occitane®
  
• ♦ Spa Bathrobes for Use Onboard
  
• ♦ Coffee Maker
  

http://www.royalcaribbean.com/royalsuiteclass/star/#tab-0

I agree! I enjoy a "Joe Coffee Porter" with a glass a merlot. Philly local brew.

I remember that by 10am you have already been up for half a day.

Apart from being soaked by a hose, this happened to me when I was on Divina. I also received no notification. No reason not to be naked if you are out to sea! I quickly grabbed my town, closed my blinds, and recounted me story to my dinner table mates. Some lively conversation ensued.

This is one of the happiest and most informative reviews I have ever read. Thank you : )

We brought an entire Easter basket full of candy for our peanut allergic son. Also, I am not sure if they have this on Radiance but on Anthem in the cafe promenade behind the counter was a glass container full of individuality wrapped Udi's snicker doodle cookies..GF!

I am sorry you had such a frustrating time. Very happy you got your refund. From some of what I have seen around here 2 mths is good! From what I am reading it does not appear they deny the medical visit, but they deny any food poisoning. Food poisoning is very difficult to prove (although it does sound like it to me as well). It would have been better if a large number of people fell ill after eating at the restaurant. Not better, but better for your case.

You are spending so much time and energy on this. There is no proof of food poisoning. Unless there is you are spitting into the wind. They don't care. I hope you can let this go. It's not good for you.

Bad idea. Sun, pools, hot tubs, potential bruising of the area. Also, is this strip or strip less waxing.

I would leave it blank and invite them : )

Not to sound like I'm giving you advice, but you just said your adults that you are bringing with you, are unable to enjoy a cruise, because they are on the young side of adulthood? First piece of advice. You ask the adults if they want to go on the cruise? If they don't want to go, than let them stay home. They are adults. Now on the ship, they can do all the same things you can do, except if the ship leaves in the USA, drink adult drinks. As an adult, they should by adult age, know how to communicate with other adults. Generally speaking an 18 year old or older, will be embarking on their adult lives, such as going to college (making new friends), leaving for the military (making new friends), entering a vocational training (making new friends), or entering the job force (making new friends). The other item, is that you don't want them hanging out with other adults? It's time to give them a key to the house, and let them blossom, and make their own decisions, starting with, do you want to go on this cruise?. I do have adult kids, and both have blossomed into adults. They survived the transition, so let yours experience it without your help.

Well, they could attend a lecture from the above poster on embarking on their adult lives!

4 kids all under 16. All we needed was the BC with raised seal.