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Wonderful news! So glad he's doing well. It's awful to be away and get bad news.

Now enjoy the last day on you cruise!

That's a beautiful sunset picture.

We're all praying for your family and a good recovery for your brother.

On 4/6/2017 at 6:42 AM, Luvmyrotti said:

Why all the weird, "fussy" food?? Why not just some really good, well done (not olive garden or carraba's) traditional Italian dishes? I love a really well done, basil pesto on home-made fettuccini or a nice cheese tortellini in a veal and mushroom sauce. I guess I just don't get a mint-specked tortelloni with roasted lamb and a sauce I can't pronounce.

 

I'm sure I'll get flamed for not being adventurous, but I really just don't get the need for food that seems to be trying too hard. Just give me a really well-executed dish with a few simple but delicious ingredients and I'm happy.

I'm with you.  I haven't been to Sabatini's and was looking forward to selections of various pastas, chicken, pizzas, cheeses and salads.  Maybe a few different items.  But this menu has so many things I can't figure out what they are. Not keen on veal and squid- that's just me. Not sure what specialty restaurant I'll choose if any.  Sounds here that many others are excited about the new things- not me.  I've always liked the Crown and I hope they don't totally re-vamp that menu.  

Just my opinion. 

Great question!  Thanks for asking.

I love those kind of puzzles. Going to get them on next cruise in 21 days!

Very nice Carolyn! 

I'm following your posts. Thanks for sharing.

Glad you're enjoying the cruise! 

Aus Traveller-  I agree. Good advice.

Definitely follow through on this. Document the date, time and each person you speak with.

Ask for the next higher person of authority if needed.

As Aus Traveller said, someone high in the finance department.

Stay calm and collected!  

Please keep us updated. 

I hope the OP comes back with updates. 

This is a serious issue and I hope he gets the refund due.

Your pictures are great!  

I watched your ship leave port on the Ft Lauderdale port web cam.

Have a great cruise!

Tai

I think I'll have to get pizza tonight!  

Tai

14 hours ago, Lucky TGO said:

I’m sorry I don’t know how my post came up three times.???? 😳 🤔

Tony

Because you love- love- love the pizza!  

Me too!  Can't wait!

Tai

13 minutes ago, crawford said:

Might want to reply with the ship you're going to be on. Menu's aren't the same. The Sapphire, for example, had only pizza.

Thanks for that info.  I didn't realize they vary. 

I think this menu was from a posting for the Royal, that was why I saved it.

Hope it was helpful.

50 minutes ago, neverbeenhere said:

Jim Valvano: Don’t give up, don’t ever give up.

 

 

certainly the above quote is not related to this particular situation, but maybe you will get another opportunity as it seems your cruise is sailing with a lack of currently booked passengers. 

That's the impression I got.  Our inside cabin might be a good value for a sell to someone else since the price has gone up since we booked it when it was first listed.  We are retired so I'd even take a move over if it came along.  Never know.  We have no time restrictions.  

2 minutes ago, neverbeenhere said:

When I was young someone said: 

Ask, and you will receive. Search, and you will find. Knock, and the door will be opened for you.

 

we have been able to negotiate in the past. —- or in other words—- it don’t hurt to try. 

Yes, my Mom used to say- It never hurts to ask!

The rep was firm.  It was a bit disappointing she couldn't add something to make it a bit more worthwhile.

Still 4 weeks out and they have to complete some bookings yet.  We are happy anyway!

We are on the 5 day Cabo Getaway following your 7 day.  I've had 2 upsell offers for about the same price as you.  When I called to inquire she said they were way oversold.  We passed on the offers because we are only doing the short 5 day and it was not worth the money.  It will be interesting to see if anymore offers come up!

Tried to negotiate for some OBC and she said no, the offer had no additional amenities.

We're happy either way!  Enjoy the cruise!

3 minutes ago, PlopPlop said:

Thank you for the update. We sail on March 30th so we were wondering progress.

Please post info with an update.  I hope others will also keep us informed.

2 minutes ago, TracieABD said:

I try to avoid the HC as much as possible... Too many people. Too many germs. I love to sit in the MDR and enjoy the quiet.

You are right!  I really like the quiet.

I'll go to the other venues on port days if I stay onboard.

Going on the Royal in November.  Looking forward to Alfredo's!

Sounds good! 

I hope it's up and running in November.  I'd sure like to try it all out!

HC is usually a mad house and IC is crowded.  I like to have a quiet lunch in MDR after being up early, getting transfer to airport, taking the flight, a shuttle to the pier, and finally boarding the ship!  Nice to sit down and relax.  Of course it could be hit and miss on it all!  As long as I'm cruising- I'll be happy!  

Rice cookers!!  6!!  OMG!!!!!!!!!!

16 minutes ago, Colo Cruiser said:

Yep!!  That's the winner!!  So far!  

Tai

We are on this same cruise.  Have had 2 upsell offers.  Inside to a balcony and then to an obstructed OV.  This is a 5 day cruise and the cabin we have is in a great location- close but not at the elevators and midship.  Don't spend much time in the cabin to warrant the extra $$$ for 5 days.  When speaking to the person she said they were way oversold. 

You'll love the wake view!  Enjoy the cruise! 

Tai

2 hours ago, famski740 said:

We always order tea from room service on the first day.  We keep the carafe that they bring with the hot water and I go to the buffet to replenish the hot water, tea bags and sugar whenever we need it.

That's a great idea!  I'll have to try that.

I wouldn't want to waste packing space to pack an electric kettle!

Most likely it will be confiscated.

Tai

Hi Lori (landlover),  Can't wait to see you onboard next month!

Planning to do lunch so going to arrive at around 10:30-11:00.  Always arrive at that time and have been onboard by 12:00.  I'm so anxious for some warmer weather in Mexico.  Looking forward to our sailaway!

nana