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I've always been a fan of the Refreshment package, which allows ALL drinks without alcohol. I enjoy the specialty coffee in the morning, smoothies or frozen drinks out by the pool, and all of the sparkling water I want! Cheers!
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I usually book our cruises on-line through RCCL myself and always link reservation numbers together to make it easier to reserve a dining table (your TA can do this too if you have one). If a large group, such as yours, I still link reservation numbers but also email rcldining@rccl.com with everybody's reservation number, room number and last name. Once on board, one of our first stops is to the dining room to confirm my reservations. At least, that's how I've always done it with no problems. Good luck and enjoy your cruise!
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Icon of the Seas Blocks Are In The House!
SilkySal replied to Lloyd555's topic in Royal Caribbean International
FYI - November 15, 2025 is listed again!! I was thinking about upgrading our interior cabin but would need to fork out another grand plus, so, no thanks, we'll keep the inside! -
I've packed magnets in both, as well, never with any issues. I always take a RCCL wine opener in my purse and it always makes it to the ship. One time, I mistakenly left a pocket knife in my carry-on/purse, and it even made it through! 😲
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If mine were missing on check-in date, I would try calling them. However, the agents might not be able to access them either but I bet their phones would be ringing a lot!
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Our booked cruise on ICON for November 15, 2025 has been missing from its website for a long time but is still on My Cruises list. It was there, I booked it, it was gone, it reappeared, and it was gone again. Not sure what is going on with that but I have a printed receipt for the booking, so not too concerned, at least not right now. Thinking it could be a partial charter, so they deleted it from the website for awhile. I have no idea.
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Refreshment Package Question
SilkySal replied to Cruisefanatic71's topic in Royal Caribbean International
Sorry for my misunderstanding. Thanks for saving me Ken! -
Refreshment Package Question
SilkySal replied to Cruisefanatic71's topic in Royal Caribbean International
Neither of you "have to" purchase any drink packages but, if one purchases a package, I believe the other must purchase a package (I could wrong). If one purchases DX (with alcohol), the other must purchase the same, unless you call and can confirm a medical exemption. If one purchases the Refreshment package, the other either purchases the same or the Soda package. If one purchases the Soda package, I "believe" the other must purchase the same package (this is the one I'm not sure of). But neither person is required to purchase any drinks package and can just drink what is complimentary on board, such as water from the bar or WJ taps, and coffee, tea and lemonade from the WJ. Hope this helps! -
Refreshment Package Question
SilkySal replied to Cruisefanatic71's topic in Royal Caribbean International
Yes, still and/or sparkling water will be in a bottle. The refreshment package includes all drinks (hot, cold, frozen, or smoothies from the Vitality spa); great package! Yes and no about packages; if one buys a Refreshment package, the other could just purchase the Soda package (I've done that). -
You can check-in with the app on your phone as well. If you still can't get it done, you can also call an RCI rep or your TA if you used one. I would not wait until arriving to port to check-in. Maybe that's just me. If the check-in system is down, try again later.
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Error in pre-booked lunch reservation
SilkySal replied to CeleBrat's topic in Royal Caribbean International
Since it's later on during your cruise, I would just confirm the correct date as soon as you board the ship. -
Icon of the Seas Blocks Are In The House!
SilkySal replied to Lloyd555's topic in Royal Caribbean International
Western including Puerto Costa Maya Mexico, Roatan Honduras, Cozumel Mexico, and CocoCay Bahamas. I do think it will open back up! -
Yes and yes! Cheers! It is included in the Deluxe beverage package and the refreshment package but not the soda package.
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Mariners of the Sea cabin question
SilkySal replied to kimkoop7's topic in Royal Caribbean International
Hi kimkoop7 and welcome to Cruise Critic! If you'd like to chat with your fellow cruisers on the Mariner the same date as you, go to the roll call, find your specific date, and join the talk! Hubs and I will be on the Mariner from October 21st through Halloween! Will you be with us? Cheers! https://boards.cruisecritic.com/forum/179-mariner-of-the-seas-roll-calls/ -
Icon of the Seas Blocks Are In The House!
SilkySal replied to Lloyd555's topic in Royal Caribbean International
Hah! I think I proved my point! I just went to a September, 2025 date to see available "accessible" cabins for the cheapest week. It only gave me one inside accessible cabin (the one I currently have in November). So, I then backed out of the reservation and went back to look without my C&A number and it showed that all of the accessible interior cabins were gone! Nope! Don't believe it! For those looking to book specific cabins, don't give up too soon, especially if your cruise is farther away. I believe that more cabins will open up down the road! -
Icon of the Seas Blocks Are In The House!
SilkySal replied to Lloyd555's topic in Royal Caribbean International
I think Royal may be manipulating the availability of cabins, as well as dates, so keep checking. Our ICON sail date is November 15, 2025 and some days it's posted and other days it's gone! Makes one think that the date is sold out, so forces some people to pick another date and/or another cabin. I really think we are being manipulated by their marketing strategies. -
Icon of the Seas Blocks Are In The House!
SilkySal replied to Lloyd555's topic in Royal Caribbean International
Maybe a President's cruise? Wondering if I could just move the deposit to another date for a cheaper price or hang out awhile to see what happens with that date.🤔 -
Icon of the Seas Blocks Are In The House!
SilkySal replied to Lloyd555's topic in Royal Caribbean International
Your answer eased my stress level; however, new dates have been posted into 2026 and my booked date of November 15, 2025 is still not listed!!! Stress level is on the rise! Wonder what that's all about.🙄 Sorry to keep whining about this but, if anyone can find out, you can! TIA Oh, and btw, the prices are cheaper than what I paid!🤬 Looks like I may have jumped the gun on this one. WWYD? -
Icon of the Seas Blocks Are In The House!
SilkySal replied to Lloyd555's topic in Royal Caribbean International
Whew! Thank you! Hope you don't mind if I ask another quick question. I booked inside accessible cabin #9179. The description for an inside accessible cabin on the web site states that it is 285 sq ft and the 2 twin beds can convert to a Royal King; however, on my booking invoice, it states that the 2 twin beds convert to a queen, which I just now took a moment to read the description. The deck plan shows this cabin very close to the elevators and that cabin on the map does look a bit smaller than the others. Could it really be just a queen bed and not a king? I guess it wouldn't kill me to sleep closer to my DH but I really like my space and can't sleep very well if he's touching me. Weird, I guess. LOL! TIA and have a wonderful day! -
Icon of the Seas Blocks Are In The House!
SilkySal replied to Lloyd555's topic in Royal Caribbean International
Ken @Ourusualbeach - First off, I promise that I am not lying - I saw and immediately booked the ICON for a 7 night cruise on November 15, 2025 from Miami but this is no longer on the web site. Our cabin is #9179 and I have a confirmation number. Any idea what may be going on? Computer glitch maybe or someone goofed and opened up the date? We haven't heard anything from Royal either. I booked this reservation on September 7, 2023. -
8 Day Mariner OR 7 Day (B2B 3 Day/4Day) Independence?
SilkySal replied to surfjock27's topic in Royal Caribbean International
Your 7 days on Adventure really ends up being a little over 6 days since you'll be losing at least half of a day or maybe more, in case of a delay, when you must exit the ship and then get back on; lots of wasted hours there. Mariner gets my vote; they have a great Playmakers staff too!!! -
Man Overboard on Wonder of the Seas
SilkySal replied to Cabana Girl's topic in Royal Caribbean International
OK, how many, besides me, had to google the definition of "infinitesimal"? Be honest!🙄 -
Updated C&A Member Benefits schedule
SilkySal replied to cublet's topic in Royal Caribbean International
I'd save the voucher and just buy the latte; however, I prefer a caramel macchiato!!😜 Or, you could have them put a shot of your favorite libation in it too!😉 Cheers! -
Which cruise and why? Help me decide
SilkySal replied to colesc15's topic in Royal Caribbean International
I would think you could pay to upgrade; wouldn't hurt to call and ask.