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48 minutes ago, Joseph2017China said:

I did.  So is soda.  But one cookie is ok

(MUD COOKIE) The taste has been described as a smooth consistency that immediately dries the mouth with a pungent aftertaste of dirt that lingers for hours.

No Thank You.

I remember seeing them on Anthem on a cruise but really have not gone out of the way to obtain them.  I do remember thinking they were very handy.

2 minutes ago, teacherman said:

We have not cruised RCCL since pre-Covid, but we did cruise Celebrity in December.  We had drinks included package, but it seems too me that the price list on the tables and bars were approximately $9 for a gin and tonic or Manhattan.    What are current prices for simple drinks like these on RCCL.  We cruise on Anthem, March 26.   Thank you. 

Most are 14.00 each

Just now, twangster said:

 

Hurts the solo cruiser though.  

Thats true.  Didnt think of that

5 minutes ago, twangster said:

WINE ALLOTMENT UPDATE

Starting on March 3rd, 2023, the new wine and champagne allowance for Royal Caribbean will be one (1) 750 mL bottle, per adult of drinking age, per sailing. The bottles should still be brought via hand luggage/carry on and not in checked luggage. We recommend each guest bring their bottle in their respective carry-on bag for security purposes.

Good info.  Can only help with more than a couple adults in a room.

7 hours ago, wanderlust0713 said:

Super helpful!! Thank you. That’s why I was considering booking myself because of the transportation complaint. What is RIU? We have a 3 year old who would love the little slides at Baha bay which is why we’re considering it since our ship doesn’t go to coco cay

Riu is an all inclusive resort next to Atlantis. I am pretty sure its adults only at this property.  The kids will have a great time at the Baha waterpark.

2 hours ago, time4u2go said:

Which part makes it "better than ever"? 

The part about extra water so we don't get dehydrated and wake up with leg cramps.

Addition by subtraction 101 The better than ever will be there bottom line.

We did it in January just to check out the property.  We got it on a 40% off sale through the cruise planner so it truly was a real good deal.  As with most excursions in Nassau its getting to the transportation that sucks. Had to wait for everyone to sign waivers on the pier, walk 2 by 2 in a straight line from the furthest point on the dock to the street.  Nightmare to say the least.  Once there it was your typical water park, beach is alright but nothing to write home about.  Drinks were absolutely ridiculously priced.  Lunch was included but limited to a couple of chicken or hamburger kiosks.  Everyone at the facility had a different colored wrist band to let you know your "status' and to let employees know where certain guests are supposed to be and not supposed to be.

Saying that my wife and I walked the whole property freely without anybody questioning us.  We had a great glimpse of what the property offered and after seeing what you got for your money we are a one and done for Baha-Mar.  If you can get the passes in the cruise planner while on sale it may be worth trying for yourself but we will not be returning even at the lower price.  For the price and what you get the RIU day passes are much better in our opinion.  Our go to place Sandals Royal Bahamian has jacked their day passes to 340.00 per person so thats out of the question for the short amount of time there.  Margaritaville is average at best and was a one and one for us. Hope this helps.  Dan

Its all relative right?

Fun but not cheap nowadays

Been sales running constantly lately.

Diagnosis?

Ahhhhh, Okay

During Covid the Chair Hogs went to Training camps for 3 week sessions. They  Trained to wake up early, properly place flip flops on well placed towels, bring extra novels as props for seat placement...

They came back better and stronger then before the Pandemic.

My favorite Chair Hog post Covid training camp exercise is a classic.

Its the new grab an extra plate of French Toast from the Windjammer for the next morning chair hog Mission.  Just place your decoy plate at the end of the chair with your fake novel on a well placed towel (maple syrup is optional) of course

1 minute ago, Ourusualbeach said:

MB obviously hasn't received a sales update on that in a while.  I just went through from may though the end of the year and only 3 weeks are available.  July 21 94k, Oct 5 67k and Dec 14 at 83k

But just think about the value they say it comes with...Free drinks and free WIFI and a Butler that will cost you an extra couple thousand to tip.  What a deal

1 minute ago, Jimbo said:

I think this ship is really focused on young families that have loads of $$$ to spend on all the extra things on this ship rather then the "Old" people on fixed incomes who hardly end up with anything on their sea pass card at the end of their cruise.

 

Built this ship to make money, not have happy families with kids walking around the ship saying wow, I'm getting such good value here. "I want to cruise on this ship again".

I think your right with this.  Its going to be the closest they get to the "Disney" experience on a Royal Caribbean ship.  My wife will do it with our grandson eventually and test the waters so to speak.  Not sure we will book it as just the two of us.

Royal Caribbean has done a brilliant job when it has come to encouraging  the kids to sail.  Eventually these kids will get the cruising "bug" and will become cruising adults.  Throw in the crown and anchor status that they inherit and its just like the Marlboro man of the 70s hooking you for life.

Not to mention the kids sail free promos which were promoted to feel like your getting a deal.  It is all about casting a net and seeing what you can catch.

54 minutes ago, HicksRA said:

I wonder if anyone has actually paid $16.95 for a 2nd tail. 
Probably not. 
Mission accomplished.

Exactly!!  Its like paying 16.95 for a crawfish!!  Ill show you a real Maine Lobster tail worth 16.95

I am still not convinced those main dining room tails are real Maine lobsters during lobster night.

DDLED,  we will be on Allure in September.  Do you think the smokeless Casino area will be completed by then?  Did they give you any time frame?  Thanks in advance.  Dan

6 hours ago, ddled said:

Just a further update from this cruise. Out of 39 people in this group 11 have tested positive since we got back. All drove to and from the ship. Symptoms range from very mild to the worst they have felt in their life.Most of us did not wear masks, neither did 95% of people on board-workers or guests. All of us were vaccinated, some have had Covid previously. I guess you can either say we are careless for going, or this is the new normal and it's how life will be from now on. Take your pick. 

Its the new norm, the new flu, the new cold, its our risk forever unfortunately.  We were on the Jan 6th Wonder cruise and one of the 4 of us got Covid.  Rough trip back home and tested when he got to the house.  Tested positive for 22 days.  Could have got it anywhere.  His wife never got it.  Like any other virus we have grown up with there is no Rhyme or reason.  As a wise dancing Filipino girl once said at the Windjammer entrance.  WASHY, WASHY!!

1 hour ago, cello56 said:

Was there a sale on rice? SO much rice on the new menus.

By the end of the cruise you will feel like your on day 7 of Survivor.

Yes my wife and I got it also.  She was running out to the shed to get our life jackets.

They are what they are.  Only way to get bigger is a suite.  Some of the videos and pictures can be done poorly of course.

After a good massage with the goop all over their hands and the hot stones cooling on the bed comes the usual up-sell. Your answer and an easy way out is:  No Thank You, that product in the past has aggravated my  Leprosy.  As your leaving you will hear the Rocks landing in the bottom of the trash can and see your masseuse run for their break and a quick shower.

I have a good name for it but I cant say it on here.