So I booked the Joy for April 8th 2023 last week. We booked a haven aft facing suite, so typically we get double points for being in a haven so would that mean we would get triple what we should have gotten ? So we would already be getting 14 but now would it be 21,28, or 35?
Do whatever makes you feel comfortable. We were on RCCL in October and still people wearing masks, your choice and nobody should bother you as it’s not like your making them wear one
We have sailed several time on breakaway and more times out of New Orleans! Sailing down Mississippi River is very scenic! Only downside is be ready to be charged taxes on all drinks untill you exit the mouth of the Mississippi into the Gulf of Mexico, about 6 to 8 hours
So we are staying at the La Quinta hotel by the airport, rate was for a 2 queen bedroom night before cruise and includes parking for our 7 night cruise and transportation for 2 to the cruise terminal. rate was $155. I know its not the best hotel but at $22 per day for parking i am going to take my chances.
Anyone else ever stay there pre cruise?
So, Paradise beach is much more low key, depending on what your expectations . Honestly with a 17 year old i would choose Paradise beach due to the party crowd that will be there. We are going there mid april which will have more high school spring breakers then college, and we are going to Paradise beach. Any questions about it let me know.
We actually just changed our sailing to the Joy for April 15th. But I did go with the aft facing haven suit mainly for the balcony and second bathroom. Walking isn’t an issue considering the amount of food and drink we will be consuming lol!
When I use the butler for more then the minimum tasks I usually tip $200 for a 7 day cruise. I always Tip $100 in the beginning and if i use hom more during the cruise i tip an additional $100
I must agree! New Orleans was convenient for wife and I for many years, but we just sailed out of Miami and let me tell you, line never stopped and was onboard in less then 30 minutes
I have been there twice, most recent was march of 2022. Mice and I love it! Beautiful lagoon, good food and the staff is amazing. It’s about a 40 minute drive to faculty and a 2 minute boat ride to the island. We will be going back in April when we are there
So there are no separate lines for anyone until you make it through the security checkpoint. Then there will be general check in which is everyone, and another line for haven check in. When boarding starts, Haven guests are called first then I believe the higher tier latitudes.
Thanks you so much for the information. I think if I decide to switch from forward facing to Aft I Will choose the one with the access door to balcony from bedroom. Again thanks again
So I am currently booked in a forward facing Haven Suite for my December 2nd cruise. I noticed today that the Aft facing Suite is only about $800 more and would love the larger balcony as well as the 2nd 3/4 bathroom. Can anyone let me know what decks have the larger balconies? Also do any of the Aft facing Haven suites have any windows in the bathrooms. Thanks in advance
Yea, we are going on the Escape in December and bringing our 17 year old daughter and her 18 year old friend, so they will sure enjoy the Haven Sundeck when not at the main pool.