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I will be on the same cruise and also want to know what packages are available especially for Platinum & Elite pax.

Yes, us too! We are used to buying unlimited internet from Royal and Celebrity, so not sure what to do for this one. We are Platinum.

Noooooooo!!! This is so very disappointing!!! That show was one of the main reasons we booked those ships. Absolutely loved the Corning glass shows. We would go every single night and found it to be one of the most interesting and enjoyable events on our cruises. Celebrity, you are losing such a great treasure and partnership by doing this! We always would seek the ships with the glass blowing when booking a cruise. I can not tell you how disappointed I am.

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Me too! We just booked for March and will have my 85 year old Mom with me.

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We stayed at Spring Hill Suites and it was very nice. I believe there is a restaurant on site, but do recall a Jack in the Box across the street as well.

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Basically one of you logs off on his/her device and the other logs on.

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Since Carnival tells me I need to have it I’m going with that. Booking late is no excuse (except maybe same day) not to have my ducks in a row and the required and requested documents that the cruise line says I need upfront. I don’t plan on testing it out. If a large crowed failed to follow directions and no one had their Boarding Passes that Carnival says are required, it would be quite a cluster at embarkation.

 

I can see them making an exception in cases of emergency like this, but it should not be done on a regular basis. Why should I and others be delayed because I’m unprepared?

 

Oh and I wonder what would happen at Port Everglades at the security gate? They require you to show your boarding pass and Passport before they let you in to the port itself.

She is just replying to the post with what her experience has been and I agree with her. I don’t think anyone said no one should bring their documents, but in the event they are forgotten it is no big deal.

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Love this! Will be following!

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I am enjoying reading this as well. Plan on taking the trip in the next year or two and this is helpful. Thank you for sharing your journey!

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I only carry an anuual evacuation insurance policy which is where the costs are exorbitant if you're in need of a helicopter evacuation. The actual cost of the cruise is minor in comparision and i self insure or will "eat" the cost if i cancel during the penalty phase or miss the ship. I have about 80 cruises under my belt. Let's say each cruise would have cost $500 to insure that's forty grand !!!!!!!!!!!! I've saved forty grand so I'll continue to self insure as long as I keep up my evacuation insurance which is an annual policy for 2 people at approx. $400 annually.

I too feel that I can self insure for our cruise. I like the idea of buying a yearly policy. Curious, can I buy this type of insurance from most travel insurance companies?

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Having been on both ships, it is a tough call. I really liked the Regal and hope to sail on her again soon! I also really like the Silhouette (and all the Solstice class ships). You really can’t go wrong with either. Sometimes when I am comparing I think to myself, well that is 400 toward my next cruise. Do what feels best to you. You will enjoy whichever you choose!

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Sam, I am so very very sorry.

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Praying for all.

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The issue with this is that it could potentially violate the Americans With Disabilities Act for truly disabled people and their service dogs.

It would violate the law. I know there are many reasons to have them and I also agree that some people need them. However, I agree it is out of control. I recently had someone apply for renting a property we own. She had two emotional support dogs. I was more than willing to rent to someone who needed them but once I checked further it seems she was being evicted from a previous rental for having these barely dogs and they had no information about them being emotional support dogs. Also she did produce a letter that clearly stated she could have A dog. Not two. I had contacted a fair housing lawyer, but when I called her out on it, I did not hear from her again.

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Is Uber still operating out of Bush and taking people to the port? I have read so much and am still confused whether or not they can drop off at the port.

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We are flying in a couple of days early to visit family in Houston (Bush) before our cruise. We want to visit family, but do not want to burden them to take us to the port as they recently lost both of their parents and are busy with settling their estate, etc. I have had several thoughts...I believe we will stay near the airport because that is closer to where they live. I am thinking we could Uber to Galveston the morning of the cruise OR maybe we could rent a car and take it to Galveston (but not sure how to get to port from rental car company) OR shuttle back to the airport from a hotel near there and pick up a shuttle of some sort. Not sure which is the easiest and fairly economical. Anyone know the cost of an Uber ride? Any thoughts on any of my other ideas? I have looked at the boards, and not really found the information I am looking for.

I’m really glad you brought up this topic. We do not drink alcohol beverages and I am with you when there is a choice I will choose gratuities included or WiFi over the alcohol package. I think I would feel the same as you that I paid more money for something I do not take advantage of. Some people do not want WiFi. Well if you had to pay for it and not use it, you would not be happy either. So we have stayed clear of the river cruises partially for this reason. We have had some really wonderful cruises on the mainstream lines and would rather go twice than once on a more expensive cruise line. And yes, we have travelled on many upscale ships.

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Also consider Allure of the Seas which is a wiser ship to the Oasis. Had my five year old grandson on the Allure and he loved it!

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My favorite of the mainstream cruise lines.

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Loved Israel! Thanks for sharing!

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Following

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It is one of the main reasons I decided to get the CSR card. It is well worth the yearly fee.

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Booked guarantees many times. Never got a 'bad' cabin. Paying ahead doesn't help. Neither will calling. Typically I have been assigned way ahead of time but within the last 3 or 4 weeks for sure. That has been our experience. I happen to like guarantees. Saves you money!

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I booked six staterooms for our family of eleven. They were three pairs of adjoining cabins on the same floor very near to one another and it worked out great! They also happened to be balcony cabins and you can open them to one another too on the Oasis class Royal Caribbean ships.

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I had to pay full price for my 9 month old grandson. It was over spring break which I know is prime time. It happened to be the only time we could go as a family. I hated paying so much for him but did understand that the number of people on the ship is limited and he did take a spot so.....that's the way it is. I would look for a kids sail free rate on off season if you can do that.

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I have to agree with so many on this board. Also it depends on if we are traveling with others. Of the main stream lines, I do prefer Celebrity's Solstice Class ships. However I think it is fun to experience other ships and really like Royal's Oasis class ships. If budget allows there are some really nice luxury line ships, but quite frankly I prefer to do more cruises than to spend twice as much for one. All that said, I look for the best overall value for the price. I tend to not be too picky if the price is great. Also the itinerary is important. If I am just going to the Caribbean to enjoy some sun and warm weather, it does not matter as much. Going to the Greek Isles and Israel next month on the Silhouette so had to find that itinerary. Maybe others will not agree but I have not cruised Carnival since I was in my twenties and I tend to avoid it. Perhaps it is much better now.

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