Christine Frances

I'm just wondering if the reciprocal arrangement has a lot to do with the overcrowding. There are way more C & A members than Captain's Club and they always seem to outnumber CC in Michaels when we were there. There is no reciprocal between HAL and Carnival:confused: This may relieve the pressure on Elite events. I have my flame retardant suit on now:D

I think the hours as they are work for both early and late seating. The decision whether to attend is still up to personal choice. I am sure there are early people who would like to remain at the pool/port until the last possible minute before dressing for dinner as well. But as the hours stand now, it is equally available to both choices. But if I ever cruise RCL I will ensure we dine late:D I agree, it is hard to please everyone!

RC has their "diamond" (elite equivalent) event from 5:00 - 8:30 p.m. daily. This accomodates both the early and late seating people.

I don't see how 5-8:30 accommodates the early seating:confused: Looks like we would get only 1 hour and late would get 3 1/2:eek:

The one thing we have to remember is that X uses Michaels Club for other things besides Elite Happy 2 Hours. They can't tie up the Club all evening as other people wish to use it as well. I do not favor changing the hours either - I can work around them - ports, pool etc. I defiantly would not like them to start at 5pm as we eat early (at the 6pm seating)! I think it is a wonderful amenity by X & Captain's Club but it's up to us how or if we make use of it. Even if we only make it 4 or 5 times I don't begrudge the times I can't make it because I chose to do something else.

Absolutely fascinating:D Can't wait for more!

Can't wait for more:D

Wonderful reading!! It's like being there. I also love your pictures. Can't wait to hear more.

Cheers

Christine

Playa Samara, Costa Rica

Your guides will usually help you with your camera's. I've seen them go first to the next platform with 5 or 6 cameras and have the uncanny ability to know who's camera was who's to take a picture of you zipping across.:D Small backpack or fanny pack would work - They usually supply you with juice or water but I would bring a small bottle of water as well. You will have a blast!!

I booked directly with Azamara (by phone) and I can access my reservations through "My Azamara".

Sorry - I just checked and I don't have any dailies! i will phone some friends that were on the same cruise and see if they can help!

Do all X ships have the Enrichment Series? We just completed a B2B on the Millie and the highlight of almost every day was attending the lectures of Prof.George C McGuire. He was fascinating and we are looking forward to similar experiences in Jan on the Equinox.

Cheers