Air&Sea

Three of the shows on Anthem can be booked pre-cruise using the Cruise Planner on Royal's website. If you don't see any shows to book, it's probably too far in advance. Keep checking as there is no pattern to when show reservations become available.

Chandris Britains 1987

Admiral Stardancer 1988

Disney Magic 1998

Disney Wonder 1998

Is there a way to book show times in advance?

Chandris Britains 1987

Admiral Stardancer 1988

Disney Magic 1998

Disney Wonder 1998

The lot is RIGHT there and costs $14/day. If it's in your budget, then go for it.

Take a moment to think it out. The notarized document is not an effort to fulfill some state requirement. So, stop thinking about the state and think about the doctor.

The notarized document minimizes the risk of malpractice liability to the doctor. The patient's well-being is their first priority and their own career and livelihood is their second priority. If a doctor makes medical decisions that are not in line with the minor child's legal representative, then the doctor is risking their career.

The notarized document will give the OP the right to say, "Doctor, follow my instructions." The doctor can follow those instructions without fear of legal retribution. It's their "Get out of jail" card if they are questioned as to why they took a certain course of action.

I have personal and professional experience with this- again a notarized statement is good but not required. (some states may require this but I am not aware of any. )

The ships are in international waters and registered in some other country. So, again, what "the state says" is inconsequential.

Chandris Britains 1987

Admiral Stardancer 1988

Disney Magic 1998

Disney Wonder 1998

A notarized statement is a good idea but not required for travel or medical care.

Chandris Britains 1987

Admiral Stardancer 1988

Disney Magic 1998

Disney Wonder 1998

We are scheduled to disembark in Amsterdam with a 6:00am arrival

Chandris Britains 1987

Admiral Stardancer 1988

Disney Magic 1998

Disney Wonder 1998

The letter does not have to be notarized. the Carnival FQA says you are strongly encourage to bring a signed letter from the parents.

Enjoy.

Chandris Britains 1987

Admiral Stardancer 1988

Disney Magic 1998

Disney Wonder 1998

Can you provide more information on the cruise port you are arriving at? What is the scheduled arrival time?

Chandris Britains 1987

Admiral Stardancer 1988

Disney Magic 1998

Disney Wonder 1998

I give a Plus 1 on the notarized letter for medical treatment.

Mom better MAKE time to sign that one.

Chandris Britains 1987

Admiral Stardancer 1988

Disney Magic 1998

Disney Wonder 1998

Hi,

 

We fly into Orlando tomorrow and we’re staying overnight in Cape Canaveral. How about leaves on Sunday. Are there any shuttles that will take us from the airport to our hotel in Cape Canaveral? If not, where do the shuttles go to? Does anyone have a good recommendation for a shuttle from the airport? Thanks.

Shop around. Safe travels

Chandris Britains 1987

Admiral Stardancer 1988

Disney Magic 1998

Disney Wonder 1998

46 days now and no docs / tags .

 

 

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I'm new to Cruise Critic. This thread is a confusing one. I guess I don't understand the urgency of printing out luggage tags FORTY SIX day's before you depart.

Please let me know if there is something that i'm missing. Are there problems with luggage tags not being generated properly?

but at a rate we can afford and still feel is fair.

@ Potstech

The OP is acknowledging that they CAN NOT afford it. They are making their financial situation very clear to this forum. But, they want it to "Feel" fair. Feel fair for who?

The expectation of the passenger is that they will receive exceptional service. The expectation of the service provider (server, room steward) is that they will receive the recommended gratuity. That's the social contract that you enter when you chose to cruise. If the service is not provided, the passenger can always report this matter to management. What does the service provider do when the cheap Brit who has never been on a cruise before decides "In my country we don't tip, so, too bad"? They take it on the chin and get ready for the next sailing.

So, stop preaching to this forum about how we should treat each other. The OP is in over their head and want's validation for being cheap.

When I first started cruising one night on a 7 day cruise they would have midnight buffet and me and my husband would look forward to it. All the beautiful ice sculptures, butter and fruit carvings. And they would have deserts mixed in amoung the carvings to choose and I think cheese appetizers. I'm sure it was a cost saving measure but it was nice and another sense of elegance that accompanied a cruise.

I started cruising in the late 80's and LOVED the midnight buffets. Ice sculptures, fruit sculptures and marzipan.

It was also a great way to catch up with your cruise mates and discuss our day's activities.

We always looked forward to it.

My first was on the Britanis (owned by Chandris, now Celebrity) in 1987. It originally set sail in 1932, but, I didn't appreciate it's diverse history. It had most of the modern amenities, but, I knew that there were nicer ships out there.

And, yes, I was HOOKED. The food and service was amazing. Being on a ship is a great feeling.

It was a 7 night cruise from Montego Bay, Jamica to Aruba (gorgeous); the San Blas Islands; Cartegna, Columbia; and Colon, Panama. It was a great way to see these new places.

The OP's m/s Viking Serenade was actually my second cruise when it was owned by Admiral Cruise lines and was called Stardancer.

Ours was Royal Caribbean Cruise Line's m/s Viking Serenade, a converted car ferry, back in NOV 1991, a 3-day L.A. - Catalina Island - Esenada, Mexico - L.A. cruise. Never forget our first impressions - we were hooked from that day on!

Why $13.50? And why per person and not per stateroom? Again, we are not averse to tipping for good service anywhere in the world, but not by those amounts and not on a per head basis either!

 

I know it's a bit of a culture clash - cruise lines and indeed America itself don't have a minimum wage, which I personally find disgraceful - but that's why we're trying to find a compromise where we continue to contribute to the pool but at a rate we can afford and still feel is fair.

1. Tipping is EXPECTED in polite society (including cruising). Your service staff will generally be from a 3rd world nation, be a mother or father and be on a one year contract with the cruise line. They work 7 days a week during that year (with no vacation) and work 14-16 hour shifts.

2. I started cruising in 1987 and the tipping was as follows: Server, $10/day, Busboy, $7/day, Room attendant, $10/day. I feel that $13/day is MORE than fair. These tips were paid in cash at the end of the cruise.

3. Princess (and others) have developed the "Pre-Paid" gratuity as a convenience to the passenger. You no longer have to carry a bunch of cash to use at the end of your cruise. This gives you the option to pay in advance, pay at the end, or not pay at all. Good luck if you want to be "The Ugly ______ (fill in your country of residence)."

4. You can bash America (and cruising) all you want. But, at a coffee shop in Germany, I was expected to pay extra for the cardboard sleeve when I bought a coffee to go. It was my "option" to by it or burn my hands. So, no one system is perfect.

5. It has been said before, but tipping is one of the variables that you must consider when you create your vacation budget. If $13/day per person causes you to exceed that budget, then you have chosen the wrong vacation. Princess is a mid-range cruise line when it comes to price. There are other less expensive lines to choose from.

6. If you feel you are not receiving service that is proportional to your gratuity, it is your responsibility to report that to the Maitre 'D or Ships Purser.

This thread might be dead, but, i'm a new member and am excited to see this thread and information.

I also got the "Cruise Bug" on the Britanis in the late 80's when I was in high school. I knew it was old, but, didn't appreciate it's rich history.

It was an amazing experience and I was exposed to great food, drinks, and service.

Firsts included:

- Baked Alaska

- Marzipan

- A Manhattan

Another post mentioned the exhaust from the smoke stack. I DO remember getting covered in diesel specks while lounging at the pool.

Even as a teenager, I enjoyed being with the adults and acting grown up. I didn't need an on-board Teen Club.

I've loved cruising ever since.

Chandris Britains 1987

Admiral Stardancer 1988

Disney Magic 1998

Disney Wonder 1998