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We have seen it many times. Due to the fact that some TAs have a group rate on some cruises. Group rates come out to be cheaper and may or may not have amenities, for example one of TA gave some OBC and a specialty dinner, another had a smaller OBC and a cocktail party, another had no amenitites but just the lowest price, another had a higher deposit (refundable) etc . The TA group rates may or may not be combinable with certain onboard offers such as OBC for booking onboard. This happened to us once, when we did an onboard booking and came back and wanted to go with the TA's group rate. We had to put some more $$ to the deposit, to make it a refundable and then be put in the group. Kept the OBC, just a higher deposit. You do your math and book whatever offer seems best for you.

Happy Anniversary!

October.

Debbie, Marietta, Maryanne, and anybody else who is cruising recently and looking for it, cruise planner has a decent sale currently.

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Our refund for the Aug 5 cruise is showing up on the credit card. TA said some of it will show up as FCC which will take some time to come, which is already allocated to another cruise. I am surprised but happy that Royal worked it quite fast. I have read that people are waiting months for the refunds due to covid cancellations.

Jade is looking lovely. 🥰 She has a smile in the second picture! And those green eyes are very enchanting.

How are you all feeling now? Hope it is getting better by the day.

Me too.

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Whatever suits you best or as some put it, whatever time you want your first drink in hand.😁 We prefer 1.30 to 2.15 pm, (especially if sailing from FL ports). We have experienced no lines, no mob trying to get in, no waits at those times. We are not those who want to get on the ship as early as possible to avail the drink package! LOL!😁 Wishing you and Jim a wonderful cruise. I wonder if there will be "fall colors" up north to enjoy at the time of your cruise. (forgot your sailing date).

Yes Maryanne, that will be the time you want to arrive at the port to be asked questions by the ipad holding people. 😁Simply put, your check in time at port.

I am going to say no to walking and no to bus as well. Best to take a taxi. We really enjoyed the gardens, peacocks and the flamingo parade when we went.

I really enjoy reading Joanie's book lists and checking off what I have read. But I do think it deservers a special thread of its own so it is easy to find and also available to everybody even when JIm and Iain are not travelling? Just a thought.

That may have something to do with port taxes charged at the time of your booking . Some people on the other Royal ships have also mentioned it.

ADORABLE!!!!!!🥰

Does he still have the parrot?

We have shipped luggage via Fedex. They take it is as and attach tags on it directly or they can cover it with a carton made for luggage.

I would say it was not my cup of tea either when I looked at pictures and videos. And it was DEFINITELY not my cup of tea after trying it. But you never know till you try it yourself. So I would not discourage anyone from trying it especially if they have a D+ offer to spare.

Have a safe trip home. I can't believe it is the end of the cruise already!

Doll! 🥰

It also tasted great (and was a life saver) after the stinky dinner in Wonderland....I am one of those minority who does not like Wonderland dinners. I like the ambiance and the chocolate globe, but not a fan of the food that does not look like food. LOL😁

Thanks for the pictures, the posts and the laughs. Have a safe trip home. Where to next?

Good job Debbie! We booked Nov 20 and Jan 2. The TA we used for the Oasis had a great group rate with some OBC and a specialty dinner thrown in. The square cabins with wider balconies are wonderful on the Anthem. And always stick to port side if you are getting one on deck 6 or 7.

Congratulations Grandpa and Grandma!