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    Allure-Aug 27th live review

    in Royal Caribbean International

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    They were Rick Corso and Troy Thirdgill

     

     

     

    Hope they are on next week. I've seen Troy a few times and it's been about a year since last time. He keeps it fresh. And he's not bad on the eyes either🤦🏽*♀️. I digressed.

     

    Thank you for your reply! Have fun! Appreciate you taking the time.

     

     

     

     

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    Allure-Aug 27th live review

    in Royal Caribbean International

    Posted

    Hello again from somewhere in the Atlantic!

     

     

     

    Day 2 Nassau:

     

     

     

    Today we slept in some and grabbed breakfast at the wind jammer which was still crowded around 930 but still we were able to find a table no problem. The biggest problem so far has been the elevators since we are on deck 8 most of them are full going up or down by the time they get to us. Those that are willing and able should take the stairs as it will save you time. It's funny cause some people use them for just one floor which is slightly frustrating in my own opinion. I do understand medical restrictions and such but if your in your 20's or 30's you can take the stairs for one floor. Sorry end of rant. Multiple times we have waited for two or three elevators then just say forget it and take the stairs.

     

     

     

    Nassau we had nothing planned but being all aboard was at 1230pm we didn't feel it was enough time to really do anything so we got off and wonder around town and looked in some shops. A tip for Nassau is make sure you bring your ID as you need it to re-enter the port as I know some ports just look for your key card.

     

     

     

    Once back on the boat we changed and headed up to the pool for some well need sunshine. For those not familiar with allure she has multiple pools and we decided to try out the beach pool which was salt water. They even have chairs and loungers with umbrellas and the water even goes up to some of them. After about an hour and half we got too hot and headed back to change and grab some lunch.

     

    We decided on park cafe in Central Park as it was close and I have always read about these amazing roast beef sandwiches. There was a line but it moved fairly quickly. You could build your own salad or grab a panini. I picked the roast beef sandwich and Cuban panini and a bag of chips. My wife got a grab chef salad which said said was ok just had too much cabbage. They also made other paninis and fruits cups and sandwiches. The down side with eating at park cafe is not a lot of shade. After lunch we headed back to the room to relax. We did starting hearing some noise from the sail away part in the aqua theater so we decided to watch which was pretty cool seeing all the activities staff and dream works characters do the different dances. For those with kids they also have a dream works channel which constantly plays movies from dream works.

     

     

     

    After some napping I decided it was time to hit the tables and win some money at blackjack. For those not aware the desk is not auto shuffled. I end up playing for an hour and won enough where I decided it was time to walk away. I then went back to the room to get ready and check on my wife. She was very pleased with the room and shower and made sure to tell me it even has a bar across at the bottom of the shower for a female to prop up their legs so they could shave. She also says for those who appreciate real shampoo and conditioner should definitely bring their own (which we do). The 2-in-1 combo the ship offers in the rooms is low quality and the bottles to purchase on board are over priced.

     

     

     

    Tonight was formal night and we are in the main dining room. I was able to email RCCL before hand and they set me up with an awesome table for two right near a window with a beautiful ocean view! I had the beef filet tenderloin and it was absolutely amazing just as heads up the portions aren't very big so sometimes it better order multiple appetizers. The escargot and scallops were very good!! The deserts were good. We had cheesecake, chocolate soufflé and chocolate cake. After dinner we went and took some pictures and did some window shopping in Kate spade. Then we headed back to the room to change for the show at the aqua theater. I think it was called ocean aria. It was pretty cool show and took about 35 mins and was pretty entertaining. The balance artists were really impressive! After the show I headed back to the casino for even more blackjack though this time the wife was with me although she didn't play. We did make a quick pit stop to grab a slice of pizza at Sorrentos. At the casino we had a good table including two gentlemen who were playing huge with money. I think one walked away with over 5k! This table was more lively and fun than the two other times I played! I was up a pretty good amount and should of walk away but didn't though I still did walk away winning some money. In the casino I also didn't really notice a smell of smoke like in other so that was an upside.

     

     

     

    After playing it was time for the comedy show. This was the first time we had been down to the entertainment area and it was pretty cool and made multiple venues and even sold popcorn! I can not stress enough get the shows early and make reservations online ahead of time. Almost every show so far has been packed! The comedy show was absolutely amazing I haven't ever laughed so hard at one of them before! This is an absolute must do just make sure to again get there early and be aware it is an adult show some cuss words and sexual innuendos. After the comedy show I went back to tables around midnight and again took another small chunk for the casino! This was by far the busiest I have seen the casino yet multiple table were full. At this time you began to notice the players who were very intoxicated and not playing by the book at all. After cashing out I headed back to the room for bed.

     

     

     

     

     

    Tomorrow is a sea day. That all for now folks stay tuned for more updates.

     

     

     

    Who were the comedians? Glad you enjoyed, fantastic review so far, thank you!

     

     

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    Grand Suite Questions

    in Royal Caribbean International

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    You can get as many drinks in the lounge as you want...only 3 when you're NOT in the lounge!

     

    Just traded some points for a GS and this will be my first. So, questions arise, of course. Are those 3 drinks outside of the Suite lounge, only between the hours of 5 and 8:30 or is that daily anytime? Thank you! I'm sure I'll have more questions.

    Chef's Choice Gift/Amenity

    in Royal Caribbean International

    Posted

    Don't feel bad, we do know the difference in DR and SR delivery and have always picked SR. Three cruises this year our wine showed at the DR even though we chose SR on both mine and my husbands profile. It takes an unnecessary trip to the loyalty desk to have it straightened out at least for that cruise. SMH

     

     

    Now I will pay attention to what I pick. Maybe I was requesting SR and they delivered to DR. On the last trip, I did go to the loyalty ambassador and on the last day of the 3 day cruise I ended up with 2 bottles of Champagne and a bottle of wine. Good thing I was driving otherwise I would have never gotten them home!

    Chef's Choice Gift/Amenity

    in Royal Caribbean International

    Posted

    Sometimes I've received Chocolate covered strawberries or petit fours.

     

    I really never paid attention but when you select your gift in your profile, DR means Dining Room delivery and SR means Stateroom delivery (wine).

     

    I had a DUH moment just about a week ago. My last 2 cruises the wine was not in the room when I arrived and I was mad (kinda). Then, we never went to the MDR and I got a call that my wine was there. On my comment card I said that putting it in the stateroom was better. I guess no one reads those, because they could have told me...I requested dining room, ugh! I didn't know and never realized the difference.

    Free cruise casino offer

    in Royal Caribbean International

    Posted

    Its also posted throughout the casino at the cashier and I've also seen signs around in the casino.

     

     

    Here's what I was told back in March. Based on points earned ($5/point in slot machines, $10/point in video poker machines, and an unknown magic formula for table games):

    • Cruise certificates:
      • 400 points - $100 off
      • 800 points - $200 off
      • 1,200 points - $300 off
      • 1,600 points - $400 off
      • 2,000 points - $500 off
      • 2,400 points - Free cruise (from a selected list) in inside cabin or $500 off
      • 3,600 points - Free cruise (from a selected list) in oceanview cabin or $750 off
      • 4,800 points - Free cruise (from a selected list) in balcony cabin or $1,000 off

    Mother/Daughter review Zuiderdam cruise March 19-29, 2017

    in Holland America Line

    Posted

    The ship will be even better for your cruise as it is going in later this year for some renovations. We have traveled on her many times and I love her...but then, I tend to love all the DAM ships I'm on!

     

    It's hard to mention stuff because so much is personal choice. My husband and I usually do activities on the ship (like culinary and computer lectures) but because I was with my daughter we didn't do any.

     

     

    If you are interested in the pay restaurants I would book those the first day you get on the ship. Just take your time wandering around and looking at the art and flower displays, get yourself orientated to where things are. I'm not sure if the Crow's Nest will be the same by the time you get on board or not. We enjoyed the Exploration's Cafe for lattes and they had awesome strawberry tarts!

     

    Have a wonderful cruise even though it's a ways away.

     

     

    Were the strawberry tarts at an additional cost? I'm leaving Sunday and have I mentioned yet that I'm so excited? LOL

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