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While I'm unsure about the source, we were on Vision in October and she was in really good shape for her age and the crew was outstanding. We encountered no pushy wait staff, but lovely, helpful folks were everywhere.

I left my iPad on Vision in October. Put in a claim with RCCL, but nothing came of it. Insurance/Applecare covered replacement, though, so it worked out in the end. But I wouldn't count on ever seeing your lost item again.

I don't think so. The "bus stop" is toward the aft of the ship, starboard side. Other smoking area is on deck 15. Bad news, your cabin's view is partially blocked by a lifeboat.

Been on both. Liberty is fine, with more things to do, more food options — if you have kids the pizza is much better, plus more activities and facilities. Enchantment is more of a chill experience, which I love, too. If you liked Enchantment, you'll probably like Liberty as well.

Glad to know it's not just me -- my last cruise was Sept. 22, and my next is Oct. 23. Seemed aggressive for a muster call....😀

Starlink also isn't going to fix some poor WiFi mesh implementation on RCI ships. Although I have no first-hand experience (yet) with SL equipped ships, much of my issue in the past is tied to poor WiFi performance and coverage (and a mesh that gets overwhelmed with too many users). This is forgivable on older ships, not designed with WiFi in mind, but actually seems to be more of an issue on Quantum and Oasis class ships, which should have had better on-ship wireless networks, especially when encouraging everyone to do everything through the app. Ironically, I've had the best WiFi on Vision class ships. I can get decent connections early in the morning -- thankfully that is the time I typically deal with work stuff -- but that degrades as the day goes on. So, while Starlink is cool, RCI needs to invest in on-ship infrastructure -- a more robust WiFi network -- to make it a meaningful improvement.

Based on our Aug.Sept trip on Oasis, the MDR is a mess. As it is the only time we've sailed on Oasis class (and likely the last for quite a while for numerous reasons), it's unclear whether it is local management issue or just too many people on board creating a critical mass issue.

We had similar issues on Oasis in Late Aug/Early Sept. I happen to be a medical marijuana user (not on board -- and I take capsules at bed time), so I was more annoyed at someone risking smoking anything on a balcony. I did not complain, figuring it would not go anywhere -- but did complain when the same folks started blasting music at 7 am on their balcony. Security promptly took care of it. I frequently see people using MJ carts in the smoking area when I'm enjoying a cigar -- which honestly, I don't have an issue with, even though RCI forbids such behavior. I suspect we're 5-10 years from having legal use in designated areas and maybe edibles.

Another vote for Pirate Republic Brewing -- great craft brews, solid food.

MTD was kind of a disaster on our recent sailing (end of Aug. into Sept.). We had 7:30 reservations and arrived at 7:25 to find they were still seating those with 6:45 reservations. And the ship was max full, loads of kids. Honestly, for us, it was a bit much, although I see the attraction for families with kids. There are many great aspects -- including Central Park -- that make this a unique experience. But for what it worth, a full Oasis class feels more crowded to us than a full Quantum class ship. YMMV, of course.

We sailed in one on Edge. It's a hybrid of giant Ocean View and balcony. Plusses: makes cabin feel bigger, more light and great views if the weather isn't ideal. Minuses: when open, AC is off and room gets pretty sweaty/humid in warm locales. Some people really dislike them, others are passionate fans. We're sort of in the middle and would sail in an IV on the right ship and itinerary. Looks like Icon will have more of a mix of traditional balconies and IV than Edge-class, which has mostly IV cabins.

7:30. We arrived promptly at 7:25 an they were seating the 6:45 reservations, with a line running back past the elevators.

We, too, were on this cruise. OP pretty much has it down -- we had MTD and never made it to dinner in the MDR. Staff was great, but a lot of issues with overcrowding. I rated the cruise as a 7.5 on a scale of 10. First time we've been on one lower than 8.5. Going to be tough sell for us to sail on anything larger than Quantum class -- two excellent sailings on Anthem for us to date -- going forward.

Food on Enchantment is MDR, Chops, Park Cafe and nibbles at the Coffee counter on Deck 6. Might be the most limited selection in the fleet -- just spent nine days on here in May and found the food to be fine.

We had 7:30 reservations. We arrived at about 7:25 and found that the 6:45 people were still being seated, let alone 7. Line stretched back quite a ways...