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I don’t recall the hotel we stayed in but we loved Vancouver. We used the train to get from the airport. We were on a ferry to get to the hotel or cruise port. A nice outdoor market. One of my favorite trips and our pre-cruise stay in Vancouver had a lot to do with that. We also enjoyed some seafood right on the water while there. Enjoy your time there!

Some of the comments I’ve seen have stated that this actually more work for them on turn around day. Who knows how true that really is. The concept is that they have to clean more that day since they weren’t able to do it daily. I totally get why you don’t want them in there. I keep the do not disturb sign up at hotels when I stay less than 3 nights. For the cruises I typically just let them in once a day. That is because on a cruise I’m usually sharing a room with my not super neat son.

lol.. I bet you are. Best of luck!

I would have considered my issue resolved once they upgraded me to premium at no cost. I would have said thank you and gone about my business. Sounds like you have other plans…

Sounds like they decided they don’t want you as a customer. They have the right to refuse you service just like you have a right not to use their service.

You should just offer the little toe. Nobody needs those. 🤣

I just want to say that I love your reviews and I just don’t know why. Something about the way you share your journey is super compelling. I know you talk about being at the end of your current career. Have you considered a utube travel channel or whatever other sites folks use to make money? I think you would be successful with it. Very few folks on this site have been able to develop their own following but you’ve done it. A tribe? I salute you. Have confidence and shine. ❤️ ‘I’m looking forward to following your trip. Thank you for sharing.

Anyone else have their offers dry up? I've always (for several years) to my knowledge had a good 5-7 available offers at one time. Sometime in October I stopped receiving them. I went and checked online and I don't have any offers. I don't recall this happening before but I also don't always look so not sure if I would have noticed. Is this something new? Is it just me or everyone?

We just had 2 of our 3 ports time reduced. We are about 40 days out and they stated weather as the reason. It is disappointing for sure. Welcome to cruise life! Ship happens as they say. 😛

Love AOS! Been on her more than any other Royal ship. The voyager class is my favorite. Usually excellent itineraries and a very well kept ship. You’ll have a great time.

I think it is obvious from his responses that he doesn’t mean it that way. Honestly it just kind of feels like bullying at this point. IMO I’ve very much enjoyed your updates on your world cruise. I’m looking forward to hearing about the rest of the trip. Thank you for starting and keeping this thread going.

I agree. I feel like we just kept going on Royal out of habit. The kids are now grown and we don't even use all the bells and whistles of the big ships. We just relax, play trivia, maybe some card games, eat, and enjoy our ports. We like the different restaurant choices but wouldn't really need those if the main offerings were above par. I spend time in the Casino but honestly wouldn't mind not having one on a ship, just a little more money saved. 🙂 I'm considering Windstar for 2025. It will be nice to travel on a cruise without 5K of my closest friends.

I’ve been on Anthem and a bunch of Oasis class. I have 2 cruises booked on Odyssey this year and one on harmony. The Oasis class is definitely my favorite class ship but my last 3 cruises have been oasis class and I’m ready to mix it up. Quantum class has a lot to offer with some great entertainment. The seaplex is awesome. If you are like me and don’t enjoy the super hot temps that it can sometimes get outside you will appreciate the indoor space. I also appreciate that Quantum class is less passengers. I would pick quantum class in your case just to add something fresh into the mix. I’m assuming you’ve cruised the Caribbean multiple times. Going on a new ship that will provide new experiences will just add excitement to your trip. I’m all for trying something once.

My sister status matched me but that was 20 years ago and we were living in the same household. I was an adult at the time. She status matched our whole household of 7 at the time and only 3 of those were kids. None were a spouse.

Is that new? We have status matched over 18.

You could try to phone c&a to status match them to you. If I recall you are supposed to be living in the same residence to qualify. I don’t know how strict they are about that. This is the only way to get them your Diamond benefits. Staying in the same cabin won’t do it to my knowledge.

Have you been to FLL? 8 am for a 9 am flight is plenty of time.

If you are first off the ship you get there before all those folks. I have done it multiple times. How many flights prior to 10 am have you attempted? From experience I can say it is doable but of course a risk. I have yet to miss a flight but understand it is a possibility. Our last was a 10 am flight out of Miami. Our ship clearance got delayed and we were slow getting in line to exit the ship, we then were faced with a not super long but VERY slow moving taxi line. I think we didn’t catch a taxi until 8:30ish. We checked our bags, made it through security and still waited a few minutes at the gate. If I’d had an earlier flight I would have been in line earlier. I’ve done earlier than 9 am flights from FLL.

Not at 7 am

Well you sound risk averse so I would advise that you always schedule later flights.

If you are walking off the ship by 7:30 you will be there before 8:15. We have walked off by 6:30 before. It is of course a risk which is why I mentioned being okay with taking them. You are clearly someone who wouldn’t do such a thing. I understand.

At FLL?

I would also say your carryon reference isn’t relevant for making a flight. If overhead is full the bag would just be checked at the gate. No big deal.

That isn’t accurate. Bags for domestic flights must be checked in 45 minutes prior to departure.

The OP is just exaggerating their statements. Obviously, a room steward isn't there waiting to clean their room every time they step out.