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We just got off last weeks Liberty sailing in NJ.  We had a boarding time of 12:30.  Showed up early and was on the ship by 10:45.  Not sure if this is the same for Florida.

Actually…just checked the app.  It is $27 pp for lunch in case anyone else is interested.

3 hours ago, torpeedo said:

Just got off the Liberty and Chops is open for lunch on embarkation day at noon.  We had the UDP and I guess it's also open for lunch paying guests as well.  Not terribly crowded and a good lunch to start the cruise.  WJ was a mad house!

Do you remember how much it was without the UDP?  Thanks so much!

Thanks so much!  We are the only ship that day so hopefully it will be “smooth sailing” so to speak.😊 

I think we will be arriving around 9 so if we have to wait a bit that will be ok.

Thank you so much!  I completely forgot about Sorrentos and Promenade Cafe!

Is the Windjammer the only option for lunch on embarkation day if you don’t do a dining plan?  Johnny Rockets?  
 

‘We are sailing on the Liberty this week and just curious.

Thanks so much!

Anyone know what time the terminal opens?

thank you!

Sailing in the Liberty this week and plan on driving to the port.  Wondering how early we would be able to get into the garage?  Thanks for any suggestions!

I would also suggest waiting until you board to decide.  Depending on the sailing, the lines for specialty coffee at Cafe Promenade can make it not worth it.  I have gotten it for a couple different cruises, and decided not to get it anymore after having to wait almost 30 minutes in line for a cappucino.  
 

This also makes it hard to actually get your moneys worth since you may decide it isn’t worth your time standing in line and only use it for one or two coffees.  
 

As an fyi, I have also ordered cappucino at the bar when you walk into the Windjammer.  But it is the same story of waiting because there usually is only one or two people working the counter there.

For that age I would definitely do Royal!  The ships are beautiful no soooo much for everyone.  I would suggest Freedom class ship or larger.  I have 3 kids who are now in the 20’s and they LOVE Royal ships.  
 

Have fun whatever ship/line you choose!

I find the cabins to be so dry so I pack a small personal humidifier.  Takes up very little space and sooo much better for my sinuses.

I know a lot of people love a suite, but actually would rather book an inside and take more cruises.  As an example, we are leaving on a 9 night Canada cruise this week and paid literally $1400 total for 2 people.  I have friends in the same sailing paying $5,000 for a junior suite.  Have to decide what it is worth to you.  No right or wrong.  We would rather take a few more vacations and spend less on each….without skimping.

Thank you so much!

Wonder if if they still offer the chopped salad in the Main Dining Room?  Our last cruise was March 2020 so I am not sure if this is still a thing or not?  We will be on the Liberty of the Seas.

Thanks so much!

Thinking of adding this to our 9 night Liberty Cruise.  Wondering if you have to use one the first night?  I know it says you will need to make a reservation but the only time available is 5:30 which is early for us.  Will be able to switch that to another night once we board?

Also, do the price include gratuities?  I know it doesn’t include drinks.

Thanks!

Could probably be worth it for me if we didn’t have long port days.  But when the price of the drink package is more than I pad for my actual cruise I find it hard to justify for myself.  Now if we were sailing with my extended family, it would abbe worth it for them.  Really depends.  No right or wrong.

14 minutes ago, 1025cruise said:

I would drive down the day before and spend the night in a local hotel.

Nah we are only a couple hours away.  Not a big deal.  When we fly we go a day or two early.

Thank you very much!  We will shoot for early!

Wondering what the earliest arrival time would be at Cape Liberty?  We are driving from Massachusetts the morning of our cruise and planning to leave very early.  Is the garage open 24/7 or will we need to wait to park until a certain time and enter the terminal?  Thanks so much!

Wondering what the earliest arrival time would be at Cape Liberty?  We are driving from Massachusetts the morning of our cruise and planning to leave very early.  Is the garage open 24/7 or will we need to wait to park until a certain time and enter the terminal?  Thanks so much!

Just curious how strict they are lately with arrival times?  We are scheduled for 12:00 boarding.  If we show up at like 10:30 can we park and then get in line to board?

Thanks so much!

20 minutes ago, reallyitsmema said:

 

It is clearly stated in the cruise ticket contract.  It is under section 4e and f.

 

https://www.royalcaribbean.com/guest-terms/us/united-states-english/

Actually it refers you to their Covid and Refund Policy under section 5 which is the one that still states sailings between April and May.  

2 minutes ago, Ourusualbeach said:

While it is written that way they are still allowing this to happen.  It is definitely in effect.

Good to know, but without it in writing they can always say we aren’t going to cover it.  Not sure it is worth taking that risk.  Wish they would state it clearly on their site.

14 hours ago, Sunshine3601 said:

Should you have to cancel because you test positive for covid Royal will refund your cruise fare.    

https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/if-i-test-positive-for-sars-cov-2-what-is-your-refund-policy-and-costs-covered

 

Unfortunately, this looks like it was only for a month for sailings between April and May 2023.  I guess it is possible if Covid surges again, they could reinstate it but it sounds like it isn’t in effect at the present time.

Thank you!

Does it cost extra?  Thanks!