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I'm going by the Official Policy of Royal Caribbean. Yes, I saw your post from your mobile app. I can say for sure, but, I don't believe it's been updated, we all know how great Royal's IT is at updating, if at all. I bet you will find people with shorts on in the dining room that your post is referring to and not being asked to leave. If I wear shorts, which I don't, to the MDR and some yahoo wanted to make an issue with it, I'd have that policy, the official one, bookmarked on my phone.

Yes!

I'm not doubting you. BUT, I've seen a lot of food being eaten poolside. Especially, Ice Cream cones. It's probably like everything else, a policy that isn't enforced because of the "squeaky wheels".

This is the actual dress code without anything added other I red highlighted a couple of words: https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/generic-onboard-dress-code Q What is the dress code onboard all ships? A When you’re onboard, the right look will vary by venue. But here are a few types of suggested attire you’ll see, grouped by item. Casual: You’re on vacation – relax! Jeans, polos, sundresses and blouses are all the right amount of laid back. Please keep swimwear to the Pool Deck. Shorts are welcomed for breakfast and lunch. Smart Casual: Think of this as a step up from your typical dinner wear. Dress to impress with collared shirts, dresses, skirts and blouses, or pantsuits. Jackets, sports coats and blazers are snazzy and welcomed. Formal: Make it a night out in your best black-tie look – suits and ties, tuxedos, cocktail dresses or evening gowns. There can be 1-3 formal nights during a sailing and is at the ship’s discretion. Formal nights Think of our formal dress code as a night out in your best black-tie look — suits and ties, tuxedos, cocktail dresses or evening gowns are all acceptable options. There can be 1 to 4 formal nights during a sailing and is at the ship’s discretion. Our Chef’s Table dining experience also enforces a formal dress code policy. 3/4/5 night cruises - 1 formal night* 6 and 7 night cruises - 2 formal nights* 8 to 10 night cruises - 2 formal nights* 11 to 14 night cruises - 3 formal nights* 15 + night cruises - 3 or 4 formal nights* *The number of formal nights is at the ship's discretion and can vary by itinerary.Main Dining Room/Specialty Dining Venues Main Dining Room/Specialty Dining Venues Bare feet are not allowed at any time in any venue and tank tops are not permitted in the Main Dining Room or Specialty Dining venues for dinner. Casino Dress Code Shirt and shoes are always required. Cover-ups should be worn over bathing attire. NOTE: The dress code is a suggestion. The "Dress Code" for the Main Dining Room/Specialty Dining Venues doesn't prohibit shorts. AND, as I've seen many people, including members of my party, go to the MDR on formal nights wearing shorts, I've never observed anyone asked to leave. If you go by the "Suggested Formal Dress Code", nobody would be allowed to wear jeans either or anything else not mentioned. I've never got "formal" for the MDR on formal nights. I've never had a problem. I usually wear a pair of jeans (no holes) and a Polo shirt.

Probably. Why? Because they are all about me me me. They can't deal with negativity about themselves. LOL

Totally acceptable as long as we could watch.

I've got a second option. Make the offenders put on shorts and go eat in the MDR on a formal night and put up with all the looks and ridicule remarks. That'll teach 'em!

Perfect! LOL

10% of total guests, not just on the sun deck(s)/beaches, was my point. But, you are right, what you show in the pic is totally unacceptable, for sure. EDITED IN: Actually, I think that 10% applies to our general population. Not just cruisers.

There's always that 10%. Totally unacceptable. It's a me me me mentality. Unfortunately, for to prevalent these days.

As orville99 said, "JDAN". However, this is the official policy, which may or may not be enforced: Main Dining Room/Specialty Dining Venues Bare feet are not allowed at any time in any venue and tank tops are not permitted in the Main Dining Room or Specialty Dining venues for dinner.

That's good, as long as cooler heads prevail.

I think, which means it is my opinion, is that the big complaint was of those folks that come out early in the morning and plop their towel or whatever down on the chair/lounger and leave to go to breakfast, an excursion, or be gone for hours before returning. I don't know about anybody else, but, I don't have a problem with people that are actually active around the pool/beach area and leave their stuff on a chair while they take a swim, go to the restroom, go grab an ice cream cone, go grab a drink from the bar, or go to the (Labadee/Coco Cay for example) buffet to grab a lunch or snack and bring it back. So, I'm not for a blanket policy of no reserved chairs/loungers. Maybe it should be a timed thing, not a utilization thing (and maybe it is a timing thing but I haven't read anything about that, yet). Chairs left unattended for more than an hour, for example, will have the belongings removed.

LOL

Agreed!! My oldest daughter works from home, exclusively. She has done it for decades as she is the research assistant to the CEO of a major Electronic Supply company. That's the kind of work that can be done from home. Most, including the Passport Office, need to be in the office to provide professional and timely service to which the customers are entitled.

Villages?

A dirty little secret, ALL mail, at least mail (envelopes) with a USPS bar code in the address or on the envelope, is tracked, it's just a pay-for-service. When I worked in customer service (an Electric Utility Coop) we could track every bill sent out and when it reached the hands of the final delivery person (I think they now have the ability to track it in to your mailbox). But, it was a 3rd party service. My mail delivery person won't allow me to take an item that won't fit into my mailbox, she has to actually take it to my front door and scan or do something to establish the exact location (GPS) of the final location. Either FEDEX or UPS or both actually take a picture of the packages final location.

LOL, how about Ms. Jones 1st Grade Class?

I'm a PRIME Amazon member, pre-COVID, most items I purchased were delivered, at no extra cost, in one day, if the item was PRIME and in stock. Now, HA, who knows! And part of the problem is the so-called, "shipping partners". Passing off items from the left hand to the right hand just doesn't work far too often. Island Lady says that it says in transit, often. My experience with Amazon is that when "shipping partners" is used, it says, "awaiting package from shipping partner", FOR DAYS!

Hummmmmmmm, maybe I mean "Certified". Whatever the designation is that everyone that handles the item has to sign for it (either physically or electronically). It's been a long time (years) since I've been at a USPS facility. I generally use FEDEX or UPS now. But, make no mistake, their service has gone way down hill lately, too. You're right, my tax dollars at work, HA!.

I believe that most major airports have rental storage lockers in them or nearby. For example: https://travelpander.com/does-miami-airport-have-luggage-storage/ So, Does miami airport have luggage storage? Yes, Miami Airport has luggage storage facilities. These are located in the main terminal building and the concourse areas. Prices start at $5 per day for small items and $10 per day for larger items. https://www.broward.org/Airport/passengers/Pages/CruisePassengers.aspx Baggage Storage Public Baggage Storage is available in all terminals. For more information, call 954-359-5505. As a retired parking facility manager, I don't understand why there isn't a valet parking service at cruise terminals, at least the ones I've been to. I know I managed the parking at the FLL terminal and I managed the parking at Port Everglades. As many times as I asked the management of Port Everglades, whom we were contracted to manage their parking facilities, no cogent answer(s) were given. I believe, if you can do it at an airport, you can do it at a cruise terminal. It's also a very beneficial service for ADA folks.

I hear ya. But, I haven't experienced that with "registered" mail. Lucky I guess.

I totally agree! I love happy kids, especially my own grandkids. This was my way of getting to, "I don't give a............." Duck. LOL, yes it was a lead-up to me getting to that. I did not stay at Holiday Inn last night, nor did I play a comedian on TV.

Ya, USPS is not immune to Murphy's Law. That's why, if I have to use USPS, I always send official stuff Return Receipt Register.

Being a big-time victim of Murphy's Law, I'm doing mine by mail next month. I don't cruise again until January 2024.