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Overall' date=' the cruise was fine but the "feel" was very different from Royal that we know and much closer to Norwegian in that most of the crew did their job competently but that's it. With a few notable exceptions (Clive at the Pool Bar, Kenger the washee-washee lady, and our wait staff in the MDR) the RCI feel of "I'm glad your here" was totally missing. That's very much a subjective thing but it definitely narrows the gap for me between RCI and NCL. I have always put RCI as first choice and this may no longer the case.
There were other little mosquito bite annoyances throughout the cruise but, as I said, we still had a good time. It just wasn't the RCI experience I have come to know and love so much.:(
and now........... Let the flames begin.[/quote]
No flaming here. I felt the exact same way about the Allure last month regarding "the feel." Lackluster crew - what happened to making you feel like they were really happy you were sailing with them. I am in VA Beach right now at the Springhill Suites and commented to my husband, RCL, should take a look at the staff here. Amazingly welcoming, friendly, etc. I, too, am a RCL fan as you can see I have two more booked with them. Hoping that they RCL will read their surveys regarding their issues.
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We were charged for both packages when we ordered them online, so prepaid them. Enjoy your cruise. BTW, for us, the packages were really a great idea.
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OP, I feel your pain. My sister-in-law and her husband are joining my husband and I for their very first cruise next year. She was so excited when she called to tell me that smoking was allowed on the balcony of Vision of the Seas. I told her the agent must have made a mistake and wanted to make sure they realized that before boarding the ship. Needless to say she was disappointed, but at least she knows before boarding the ship. Anyway, as an ex-smoker (and still missing it), not sure I would have gone on my first cruise with the rules as they are now. Everywhere you go now, it seems like they want smokers to go away. Give them a break!
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Buy two packages and you won't have to worry or wonder! Love the packages and we bought one for each of us last cruise. Hope cheaters don't end up ruining it for the rest of us.
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Received ours on the day we left the ship a few weeks ago.
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Did you call to double check that there were no aft facing cabins available. I know when I booked our 2015 cruise, the web site showed that none were available, but when I called I was able to secure 7652. Good Luck
Sha88
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Oasis April 26 available but not as great as they used to be.
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Totally agree....
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Left the Allure on Sunday and I think the survey was in my in box when I got home later that day.
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They were on menu once on second formal night on the Allure last week. Unfotunately, they are now some kind of au gratin recipe and I did not care for them. Much better when they used to make them in just the garlic butter sauce IMHO.
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We could ALL recall instances where people arent doing well now or are less fortunate.
The OP is new to cruising and is a little upset that her cruise got cancelled. While its not the end of the world for sure, do you REALLY have to be rude?
Agree!
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It was 189 for the week and was able to purchase via the laptop in my cabin.
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Also, we were able to get 20% off as a C&A member. Had to go to Guest Services to get the adjustment made, however.
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Granted it's still 4 weeks away, but it IS this month. Whew, I never thought it would get here!!
So excited too! Booked this cruise over 400 days ago and now I am finally down to 25 YAY>
Have a great cruise, Desertbelle, and everyone who is cruising April 2014 - we made it! :D
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Hurts doesn't mean RCCL did anything wrong. I agree it happens everyday but it still hurts to see it. I am happy with my cruise and not in the least upset with Royal but it still stings. Either way...ALLURE here I come!
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Me, too, very happy with my cruise, my stateroom, and looking forward to a great vacation. See you onboard!
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No doubt. Always stings when you find out you could have gotten something cheaper than you did.
Anyway, enjoy your cruise!
over it.
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Uhh yeah, I guess it hurts. But its not exactly an isolated occurrence. Auto manufacturers come out with sales/rebates and I guess if you bought a car the month before - that HURTS. People who bought homes before the housing crash in 08-09 could have bought them much cheaper if they had waited - that HURTS! But, I fail to see why that means that RCI is somehow doing something wrong or mistreating the customer, that's just life - happens every day! :confused:
Oh, my goodness, I know it is not an isolated RCI thing or that RCI is doing something wrong. Just wanted to share with the OP that they are not alone. Forgive me, for trying to be sympathetic How mean you are.
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OP: I don't think I have ever run into price drops before and I can really say now that I totally understand people's frustration with this issue. Yes, a reality that happens, but wow, paying close to $800 (total) more than what our D1 is going for now on our cruise - that HURTS!
I have a policy to never check pricing after final payment, even for possible upgrades, but as you know, it was being talked about alot on our roll call. Like you, I did check into a JS, but those are still considerably higher so would not make sense.
Oh well, we will have a great time. See you on the Allure! And, for those who got that terrific deal - Enjoy! :)
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I have not had the search button for several days so I am hoping that they fix this soon!
Me, too. I don't like to start a new thread unless I have checked to see if I can find my answer through a search...........
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Yes, I am glad, too, but now I don't see the search button. :o
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Also if anyone has current pics of Enchantments 7666, I would love to see them.
I do, but still have not mastered how to post them on here!
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My big advice to new cruisers, if you do not know if you will be seasick, come prepared. I used a patch on my first cruise and although, I didn't end up needing it (took it off after 3 days), on future cruises, I definitely did need it. I have met people on their first cruises who told me they would never cruise again because they were ill. If you come prepared, you will be okay and will cruise again, and again.
The patch works well for me even during Hurricane Noel. But many options are available. Happy Cruising, everyone!
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The walk-in closet in 7666 is fantastic! Enjoy. The balcony is sweet too!
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I think the person must have been stuck in middle like I was in Costa Rica a couple of years ago about 300 feet up in the air. SCARY! I pulled on the brake way too soon and the tour operator had to come out and pull me in to the platform. I, for one, will never do another zip line again. :eek:
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I have a friend at work who just got back from Royal and he had an aft balcony (M726 I think) and he said even though the room steward worked hard to keep it clean, it was pretty much not usable during the entire cruise. He was bummed about it for sure, but everything else was good. He did speak to a Customer Service Manager a couple of times.
For myself, I have had soot problems on one aft and I think that was on my most recent cruise on the RCL Enchantment, but nothing as bad as my friend and Ameila are reporting.
Good Luck, Amelia. Sorry you are experiencing such issues. Best wishes and hope you can enjoy the remainder of the cruise. I feel for ya for sure.
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The couple we cruised with last month on the Allure also had the same impression. They also said that this was the first Royal cruise that their room attendant never stopped by to say hi, and by the end of the cruise, they still did not know who it was. Ours did welcome us and she was one of the few bright spots. Again otherwise the cruise, shows, etc., we really enjoyed....