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Will this review be posted anywhere? I'm about to go on her for a second time and would love to hear about any changes from the last time I was on there (back in 2018 and she was set to go into dry dock for the remodel the following week).

Mine too! Now I've got to wait for the next one! I'm a mere 5 points from leveling up, after my next cruise!

"Netflix And Chill" day for me today. I had my toenail removed (due to infection), so I'm under doctor's orders to elevate it and rest today. Apart from some throbbing after, I'm fine. I'm terrified of needles, but I figured since I'm cruising in October "Better to have it done now than hobble around the ship". Now I have the perfect excuse to use the hot tubs onboard!

Volunteering for 2 tech companies, I know that anything can happen with tech and it's not always reliable. I'd much rather have the paper menu, that way you know the menu is right.

So to explain the dining situation a little bit better, you basically have 2 options: Traditional (or "Fixed") Dining, which basically means that you'll be at the same table every night in the same dining room, no reservations needed. You can, however, tell your wait staff the night before if you plan on using other venues the following night. There's usually an early or late seating. The second option is "My Time Dining", which basically means that you make reservations that night or just show up to the venue (similar to Freestyle Dining). The downside of this is you're not guarantied a spot at the venue since they seat those of us that prefer Traditional Dining first. As far as the attire, it's strongly suggested that you follow it so you don't feel out of place, however, if you decide not to follow it (say you wanted to dress casual on a formal night), then you wouldn't necessarily be reprimanded. The only exception might be if whatever you're wearing is a health or safety issue for the other passengers and staff.

Yes there is, they were my first Royal Caribbean waterslides. They're a pair of racing waterslides called "The Perfect Storm". My niece and I race each other on them!

My niece is actually her age. She knows she can't go anywhere without telling us first and we have to be nearby. In the event we do get separated, we do have walkie talkies and give one to her (or whoever is with her). She's not old enough to use the chat feature on the app.

I'd like to point out to some of the people that think Celebrity is primarily for adults, that Celebrity was one of the first (if not, the first) cruise line to introduce a kids program. They have always been family oriented. If you want to cruise without kids, that's your choice, but you can't expect families to avoid a line that has always catered to families. If you're set on limiting kids, you need to do one of the following: 1.) Choose a longer cruise: families tend to be limited to shorter cruises due to work and school breaks 2.) Cruise during times where the kids are in school 3.) Avoid cruising during the summer, if possible 4.) Do your research and choose an "Adults Only" line There will always be cruisers of many ages, that's just a fact of cruising life. You need to pick a line that already caters to your taste. Oh and by the way, this is coming from someone who started cruising at age 5.....on Celebrity.

Are you kidding me? My niece (11) and I RACE EACH OTHER on the slides! For proof, check out my video here from my time on "Oasis". My entire family went on "The Ultimate Abyss, as you will see in 15:16. We loved the slide so much that every time we go on an Oasis class ship, we must christen it with a slide down "The Ultimate Abyss". @molsonschooner is "Tidal Wave" scary? My niece and I are debating on trying that next year.

For what it's worth, my niece has been cruising since she was 7, my sister since she was 9, and myself since I was 5. My sister and I started on the ORIGINAL Celebrity ship, the SS Meridian. My sister was more outgoing while I was more shy (definitely NOT shy now!). We both enjoyed the kids program: hers was way more active than mine and the programs were tailored to each group. My niece, on the other hand, started on Norwegian Bliss. While she enjoyed the programs on there, the program wasn't well organized due to staffing issues. My niece hated it. After the pandemic, she got to try Royal and fell in love with the company and what they have to offer.

I do! If you don't want kids running around (as implied by your post), then go during times when school is in session, pure and simple. It won't eliminate the kids, but there will be significantly less. If you want a guarantee of no kids, then you need to be looking at "adults only" cruises like Virgin Voyages.

I'm hoping they do. I'm less than 10 points away from Elite!

It's been years since I've cruised Celebrity, but I've always gotten a letter outlining benefits and discounts specific to our sailing. It was in our room on Embarkation Day.

Same boat here, only I'm 15 points away.

From what I've seen, almost all.

Since your cruise is over a year away, why not just renew it now so that there's no question once you get to the port?

Not on Oasis. I sailed on her last October and we weren't even afforded the option of making reservations before boarding.

Had this problem when I got access to my own CC account. Contact the Loyalty Ambassadors and submit proof that she went on those cruises with you (key cards, pictures of her in front of the ship, etc.), they can retroactively give her credit.

Never had an issue using the app for the past 3 cruises.

As someone who lives on the East Coast as well, it depends on when you want to go. I've never done the Alaska cruise but I know people who have been to Alaska and temperature wise, it's not bad in the summer months. In the winter months, however, it can be brutal.

I've done the tour many times. It's literally just transport to and from Kennedy Space Center. You're on your own the rest of the time.

Everyone's opinion on here is going to be different since we all have different tastes. The best summer itinerary is based on where you want to visit. Think of it this way: if you were to go on your dream vacation, where would you go?

I'm glad that you spoke with your doctor first, that was my main recommendation. I'd also check the CDC and WHO websites to see what the requirements are for each of the countries you plan to visit.

We sailed out of Bayonne the last 3 cruises. The first time, they were really strict (partly due to short staffing), however the second and third times, we were able to waltz right onto the ship.

We've taken my niece, who's about the same age as your kids with a BC. You don't need the ones with the footprints, the ones you have are fine. You may, however, need a notarized form signed by the Mom to take them on the ship. Your TA or Royal can provide you with this.