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Our final payment date was April 15 for our June 29 cruise. We called Carnival and they moved our final payment date til May 15. I would call them a few days before and ask them to move your final payment date. I just told them I was not comfortable yet making final payment and they moved it. It was a quick phone call. 

On 7/12/2019 at 2:00 PM, kay1864 said:

This is excellent writing.  Sheer joy to read your posts.

 

Was it a ladybug?  Cause I hear they're good luck. 😝

 

 

 

Still waiting for a picture of LIONESSS and DH if you must

If I was more tech savvy, I could post a picture of Lionesss. I am lucky to have sailed with her and family years ago (2008) and still friends with them. Actually, just got done texting her tonight.  

We took Lyft from POM to a hotel near MIA. It was $21.

16 hours ago, JohninDC said:

With no surge the Uber fare should be about $18 each way.

Is there usually surge pricing when passengers are disembarking? 

Has someone used a ride share service from Port of Miami to Miami Airport? If so, what was the cost? I have heard of major surge prices when passengers disembark after a cruise. We are getting off Navigator on a Friday and wondered what is a realistic price for Uber/Lyft. Thanks in advance. 

I am looking into getting an interior Family Harbor Suite. We are a family of 4. Is there a couch that folds out or Pullman beds from the ceiling? The last time the four of us sailed in a regular interior our cabin did not have a couch and it made for a crowded room at times.

Still cruising and still saying O H when passing a fellow Buckeye cruiser.

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The pizza on Freedom was much better than on Adventure two years ago. We were told by our Head Waiter (he works in Sorentos during the day) that it was changed two weeks ago. Still not a good as Carnival's in my opinion, but much much better than my last cruise.

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Did you go to the Meet and Mingle? If so, what day and time was it?

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All:

 

I have been voraciously absorbing every morsel of information possible from this board and others for the last 12 months in anticipation of an anniversary trip with my wife on Freedom. While I find some of the snarky comments and discussions on the board unnecessary (i.e. chair hogs, smoking, etc.), which are more suited for junior high social media, I have obtained some very useful information from those brave enough to post. I want to thank Bob and others for their insight, and I hope I can provide a semi-live review while I am on Freedom next week. This is a VACATION with no child, so I will not break my back to post every day, but I will try and provide some information, especially since this is one of the first Southern itineraries for FOS.

 

My wife and are are in our mid-late 30's, live in sunny San Diego (truly one of the most amazing towns on earth, in my opinion. If anyone needs suggestions on where to go/what to do in San Diego - let me know.), and have never been to the Southern Islands. We are not "cruisers" per se, but have been on 3-4 cruises with RCI. I have read all of the doom and gloom about the cruise industry trending down, and am interested to see how much truth there is to the rumors. We dabble in the bar/restaurant industry, will over-tip almost as a rule, consider ourselves semi-foodies, and enjoy a proper cocktail. We have a balcony cabin, the drink and internet packages, and will be dining in one specialty restaurant. We decided on the MDR, as we have met some fun couples on prior cruises. Per Bob's suggestion on another board, we emailed Royal a few weeks ago with our dining preference (i.e. couples our like age and no kids), and were promptly responded to and advised our request would be granted, so - we'll see...

 

My wife and I are professionals, but still like to dress up we we get the chance, so we will be the couple with cocktail dresses and coats in the MDR every night. We may visit a show or two, but will likely be found in the R Bar, casino, Pub and/or Olive and Twist most nights.

 

I am extremely excited for our get away, and will try and provide a fun and engaging review. Thanks again for the all wonderful info. Happy sailing.

 

Cheers.

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Following your cruise. We are heading to the A and C islands in June.

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I put it on the survey at the end of the cruise....get better pizza!

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Carnival has the best pizza on board! I’ve had ncl and royal and there is no comparison imo!

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I'm a first-time cruiser. Carnival Elation arrives at 9 AM. I booked a short excursion (stingrays) for 10 AM.

 

• Do I understand correctly that my excursion group will meet on the ship and go over as a group?
  
• After my excursion, will it be too late for me to rent some shade? E.g. I've read there are $25 "clamshells," but they may sell out. I'd consider skipping the excursion rather than risk likely sunburn (Irish blood, so I have to be careful).
  
• Also, what do you bring? I'm assuming a towel, sunscreen, and my Sail and Sign card. And maybe a fanny pack with my smartphone, a waterproof cover for taking photos, maybe a hat and reading.
  

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Chocolates on my pillow with evening turn down service.

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Thank you! we are booked for our cruise that leaves on Feb. 28th!!! Excited!

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Day 1 Sat - Depart San Juan at 8:30 pm

Day 2 Sun - St. Thomas 8:00 am until 5:00 pm

Day 3 Mon - St. Kitts 8:00 am until 5:00 pm

Day 4 Tue - At Sea

Day 5 Wed - Curacao 8:00 am until 8:00 pm

Day 6 Thur - Aruba 8:00 am until 11:00 pm

Day 7 Fri - At Sea

Saturday - Arrive in San Juan at 6:00 am

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I was there in November and 2 chairs and umbrella cost us $40.

 

 

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You can walk but it is about 1.5 miles if you follow the road from the ferry dock to Sunshines or that area which is south of the Four Seasons. There will be taxis at the pier or very near. If you are on a cruise ship I would have a taxi bring you to the beach and have them comeback for your return to the pier because of the time issue.

Thank you for the info and quick reply!

Anyone have an answer? I am wondering the same thing.

Anyone go on the zip line shore excursion from RC. Is it safe? This is for 25 yr olds.

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Anyone been there recently and remember the cost?

What is a short walk to the Sky Ride? 10 minutes? 20 minutes?

They don’t do tours that day [emoji852]️ I’m not sure if the office is open or not, but they don’t take tours on those days. Seems odd to be closed half the week, but maybe the company is owned by someone who does this as a hobby in retirement and only wants to work part time.

 

 

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I tried to book Shore Excursioneer and unfortunately they are closed for most days of the week. They are closed Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Sunday.

 

 

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Does that mean the don't do the excursions on that day? Or their office is closed those days?