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Nah - that's a pejorative term and really shouldn't be used to describe someone. You should say the person didn't seem to understand, etc. but to label someone as a "flunky" just isn't acceptable anymore. Sorry - it just isn't.

I have a feeling I'm going to have a very strange dream about that Kraken drink holder thingy tonight!

OP - it appears it was a glitch on the website. As such, it was a mistake. True, it was RCL's mistake but companies don't have to honor a mistake or a glitch. It's good practice if a company does, but RCL doesn't have to. It doesn't appear to be a bait and switch if it, truly, was a glitch or mistake. A bait and switch is an intentional act. I feel for you because I would have been excited for the deal - but in the back of my mind I would have had an inkling it was a mistake. Anyway, I don't see any lawsuit worth your time as you received a full refund. You may have de minimis air change fee damage but suing them for that would cost you much more in time and money than it's worth. If I was RCL, would I have honored it? - YES, but I'm not so.... Good luck with your MSC cruise and I'm sure you'll love it!

I'm in my 60s and I would love to try it!!!! Doesn't seem scary at all.

I would try a different dining room or change your dining time to a slower period. Happy Anniversary!

Thank you again for taking all of us along on your fantastic voyage. Your commentary is so helpful, and your pics are lovely. I realize how much time it takes to post this info, etc. so I think I "speak" for everyone in writing that we're all very appreciative!

I did this very thing when on a 26-day Russia/Baltics cruise (Princess) with my five year old. She didn't want to go to the Hermitage, etc. (shocking) and, instead, wanted to spend the day playing, etc. Princess encouraged me to go given I was taking a Princess excursion (only worked with a Princess excursion). They assured me they wouldn't leave without me, and my daughter would be just fine. I had a great day, and my daughter had a great day. In fact, we took two 26-day cruises and several times she chose to stay onboard (although she now regrets (ten years later) not going with me to see all of the Beatles stuff in Liverpool). They always had my cell number, and I always had the Princess contact number. Not once did Princess leave without me, etc. I spend 24/7 with my kid as I'm a single parent but there are times when our interests diverge. Surely, that's not hard to "fathom"....

I would call your Princess contact (or supervisor, if necessary) then and try to get it back or negotiate a true upgrade. It appears they, in fact, gave you a worse cabin and I would press Princess to rectify.

Apparently, teenagers 16 and up (suite cabin) will be allowed. I think that's a good policy.

Great move over offer. Thanks for sharing and have a fantastic trip with your mom.

Call your travel agent ASAP and see if you can get it back or if he/she can negotiate a true upgrade to a balcony, etc.

What a great OBC. How did you score that amount? You don't need a package at all. Just pay as you go if you're not a heavy drinker, etc.

Utterly frivolous lawsuit.

Thank you so much for the pics and commentary! I appreciate the time it takes to do this.

I love the buffet and have no fear of sucking in another's germs (germs are all over the place so you might as well deal with it). However, I don't mind being served, etc. - as long as the food is good.

Like inside cabins for the darkness at night and the quietness. Balconies bother me because I always can hear other people slamming their balcony door. I like window views, too.

Should have taken S111 - great cabin on a great and quiet deck.

Although Kaiser certainly advertises that it may cover international medical bills (with a ton of restrictions/conditions), it even recommends its member get additional insurance for international travel. Even if Kaiser reimburses you the full medical amount (doubtful), it won't cover your hotel, food, etc. Those expenses could add up quickly. I would NEVER rely on Kaiser for anything - no offense, but I think Kaiser is a horrible company (I had Kaiser for a couple of years so my opinion has some basis).

First and foremost, I hope your mom recovers fully. It's so hard - and scary - to be in a foreign country, ill, with little to no assistance. You and your mom were so smart to have insurance and, hopefully, it will reimburse you for most - if not all - of the expenses. I really get that your issue is communication - I'll just say it - caring and compassion. That's what I would want in this situation. As you acknowledge, this wasn't RCI's fault at all. However, a little care and compassion to a customer who is very ill goes a long way. It appears that didn't happen in your mom's situation. Your mom is so lucky she had you with her and, again, I hope she makes a full recovery.

A junior suite is actually a mini-suite, right? It's a glorified balcony with a third (and possibly 4th) bed. It's a little bigger - that's all. I'd go for the actual suite.

That's still pretty inflated for an inside cabin. I used to get 10-day inside for two people for $1,800 (inclusive of tax/fees).

Interesting. If we eliminate port fees (because they all charge different amounts) and drink packages, the Oasis is the most expensive, followed by the Joy and then the Icon. It appears all fares are somewhat inflated except for Carnival. This is really helpful. Thanks!

Good point - and I do think the disparity between the "haves" and the "have nots" is increasing. And it may well be cheaper for a family to cruise than book a land vacation. I know my daughter and I did a 26-day transatlantic cruise out of Ft. Lauderdale to the Europe/Baltics for less money than Disney for one week (this was right before Covid, though).

No - you proceeded to imply I somehow fabricated those stats, etc.

I didn't "draw" the profile. Those aren't stats I pulled out of a hat. Those are the FACTS. Now, I don't fall into those stats but, statistically, at least 1/2 of adults do. I'm merely asking a question.