RazorbackIslandGirl

You may feel movement a little more but that is good for sleeping:D

May 1, 2015 if memory serves me correctly.

Thank you! That was the last info I could find but it was from old posts.

Does anyone know when the Allure goes to dry dock for sure? We are on her in June & I have read where she is supposed to go in early May. But those posts were fairly old. Also will she transfer to DD afterward?

I'm looking forward to traveling along!:) Thanks!

I've never had this problem with Delta. I have seen them stop people with larger bags. Not 1/2". I think you'll be fine.

FANTASTIC review!! So witty! Thanks for taking the time to share!!

We did it in January & it was FANTASTIC! Fabulous food & wine. I thought it was worth every penny. We are back on her in March & will do it again.

Of course! I'll try it before I form an opinion.:)

Yes

Usually go grab a triple shot latte & head back to the balcony until everyone else is awake. I love the quiet time. usually watch us pull into port or just watch the waves go by. It's what fuels my addiction!:D

We have had 4 in a CL. there are 2 bathrooms & great storage. With the loft there are 2 spaces for everyone go. With 4 people I would choose the CL. JMHO

We were on the Radiance last Sept. It was beautiful & a GREAT cruise. We pulled right up to the glacier & the captain did several 360 turns so everyone had a front row seat. It was AWESOME!

207 till the Serenade & 305 till the Allure:( I hate the wait!

Is there ever a ship photographer there? Plan on surprising my kids by doing this.....

 

ETA Just signed online waiver

 

It states : Zip Line has a height restriction of 52" / 1320mm tall and weight restriction of maximum 275 pounds / 125 kilograms, which will be validated on board. Please read the waiver carefully to make sure the guest meets these requirements. There may be additional restrictions that will be validated on board. For your convenience, you may print the terms and conditions for your records by clicking the link below. You aren't required to bring a copy with you on board.

I've never seen the photographer there. We have always taken our own pics. Although I have seen pics in the photo rack before.

Congrats!!!

Never shaken this monkey off my back! still need a 12 step program for my cruising addiction!:p

OMG! Can't wait to try it! That will be a scary sight!:roll eyes: There are certain things you can't unsee.:p

BillOh- I hope you are better & can go first! Post pics!!:D

Congrats on the RLS. We had this on the Allure a few years back. Huge balcony.

 

Barcelona is beautiful. We just returned in June from a 13 night Celebrity cruise out of Barcelona. So much to see and do. We decided to tour the Tuscan countryside in Florence. In Naples we did the trip down the Amalfi Coast. Positano and Sorrento are not to be missed. Rome was a zoo. So many people at the Colosseum and Vatican. We did not enjoy. Hopefully your experience will be better. I have photos of the RLS in my Allure photos. Enjoy your cruise.

WOW! Your photos are FANTASTIC! Thank you for sharing. I've had a hard time finding pics of the 2nd bedroom & bath. I appreciate the tips & will use them!

Rome is amazing.

 

If you can afford it I would get a private driver for Rome.

 

The Colosseum is amazing. You can book on line the Underground Tour. You go to the lower and upper levels and skip the queues. It was amazing.

 

You can buy Vatican tickets direct from the Vatican site and again skip the line (which is the longest line I have ever seen). Also amazing.

 

Pompee - you don't need a tour. Just catch a taxi there and wonder around.

 

R

I read your review & LOVED it! It looked like your daughter & you had a vacation of a lifetime!

I was on her in Jan & they were serving lunch at 11:00. Not sure about port days. We had lunch there on sea days.

I've sailed on the Serenade multiple times & LOVE her! The staff if wonderful! Mario (CL) is the best! She has been spit shined & polished & is in pristine condition. I think you would really enjoy her! You can get some great deals on her too. I'll be back on her in March & am looking forward it!

I've never tipped the CS throughout the week, always at the end. But I do know they are VERY concerned about the survey you fill out at the end. As this is how they receive raises & promotions. A few bad reviews will get them fired.

Some are very fearful of this! It can however become too much at times. What I do is just assure them I will give them a glowing review & let them know I appreciate their concern but all is good! This has done the trick for me & eliminates the awkwardness. They really just want to know they are meeting your expectations. They want to take care of anything you may complain about themselves so a formal complaint is never filed.

If you haven't already, please buy travel insurance ASAP.

 

Many things could keep you and/or your parents from traveling or you could need healthcare on the trip.

 

Sorry to be a downer, but I had to use it to recoup my parents' cruise and airfare earlier this year when they couldn't travel with us. I'm waiting on payment pending receipt of doctor records.....

We ALWAYS get insurance. Learned that one the hard way! You only have to loose money one time to learn that lesson!!:o

My DH & DM both have this problem. My husband goes by his middle name & my mother uses a nickname. But on a cruise ship they are referred to by their legal names. It takes a few days, but they get in sync. If that is the worst thing you have to deal with, what a GREAT cruise!!:p Happy sailing!

On the Oasis class the loft suites have 2 Bathrooms. There is a King upstairs, the couch pulls out to a queen & you can get a roll-away. They are over 500 sq feet. Also the Radiance class have 2 bedroom suites. they also have 2 bathrooms. They are also over 500 sq feet.