SilkySal

I may be (probably) wrong but I thought that one could not use a drink package or coupons at the bionic bar, and drinks are always charged to the sea pass? I have never tried that bar, so don't know for sure. Anyone?

Tom and I are booked on the Serenade for February 14, 2025 for the 9 night, same one? We'll be getting off of the Utopia (out of PC) on February 14th, and driving on over to Tampa to board the Serenade. If you're interested in joining the roll call, here it is:

Welcome to CC! I would guess it would be that the cruiser probably gets out bid; however, I do not know for sure. Maybe someone else has better insight for this question. Cheers!

Had to go back to look again and, by golly, you're right! At least his voice isn't recorded.😉

We'll be on Radiance this September/October for a Panama Canal cruise from Vancouver to LA, then LA to Tampa. Someone told me that the carpets smelled bad, so, hopefully, maybe carpets, some furniture and bedding will be replaced!

Damn! I just re-read my last post! Hey, y'all knew I meant to say Owen. Old brain here!

Safe flight to all of you! Andrew was just a boy when we met him and he's grown into a handsome young man, thanks to Lisa! LOL! Following along like many others! Cheers!

Yes, I agree about other options for the meals other than breakfast. Unless you're in a full suite, have the UDP, or on a sea day, the only included breakfast option is the WJ. Since I have a scooter, we avoid the WJ due to the crowds, so the included breakfast at JR on Oasis class ships is perfect for us!

I can't believe some of you didn't mention one of the most important things! Breakfast is included in your cruise fare everyday at Johnny Rockets!! Even their delicious milkshakes! And their OJ is far better than the WJ and tastes really close to fresh squeezed! We always eat breakfast at JR on Oasis class ships! That's probably why I'm a fluffy gal!! LOL! Enjoy! Cheers!

I was able to buy the drink package for our upcoming NYE cruise but not for the following week in January, 2025 (doing a B2B). I check every day.

Hmmmm, give it a try and let us know! Sounds good to me! Cheers!

FYI - If anyone will be going on Adventure soon and, if you enjoy an excellent Old Fashion, make sure to ask Alfie in the Crown (formerly Diamond) Lounge to make them for you!! DH says that he makes the best ones!! Cheers!!

No, the Viking lounge is for all cruisers, regardless of status, unless it's blocked for a private function. The now "Crown" lounge used to be the "Diamond" lounge, which is a closed off area in the Viking lounge, as well as another closed area, which is the "Suite" lounge. On Adventure of the Seas, the Viking lounge has been renamed the "Blue Moon" lounge. Confusing for out-of-touch cruisers! Hope that helps!

Yep, white Russian. Cinnamon toast crunch is made 50/50 with RumChata and Fireball, yum!

When we were on Odyssey, we were told by a staffer that there was no elevator up to Playmakers, just the long stair case. I was in a scooter. So, I later had someone tell me that there was a small freight elevator at the back of the ice rink, which is how I was then able to get up to Playmakers. It sounds like the Icon has a similar layout. There was also no restrooms on the Playmakers deck; you had to go back down to the ice rink to use a restroom. Is there a restroom on the same deck as Playmakers on the new Icon? I certainly hope so!! A sports bar with no nearby restroom? Ridiculous design on Odyssey!

Check out the MSC thread: https://boards.cruisecritic.com/forum/49-msc-cruises/ https://boards.cruisecritic.com/forum/403-msc-roll-calls/ Good luck! Cheers!

Ditto what @doghog said! A pool bartender (very busy) handed me a man's sea pass. Since I always check the name, I noticed the mistake right away. However, he had already given mine to the man, whose sea pass I had and he left the bar! I decided to wait there at the bar to see if he would return. Yep, turns out, he went back to his cabin and couldn't get in!! LOL! Cards were returned to each owner safely. Always check your sea pass when it's returned to you!!

I've seen water jugs available for you to refill your cup at the WJ buffet, as well as the pool bars, but be sure to use a clean cup when getting it from the jug, then pour it into your personal container, for sanitary reasons. Also, some bartenders will refill your water cup for you if not too busy. Others have said that they have been able to carry a duffle bag with a case of water on board, citing medical necessity to take medication, if asked. I usually buy the refreshment package, which entitles you to all beverages without the alcohol, as I enjoy specialty coffees, smoothies, juices and mocktails! Good luck and happy cruising!

We like to hear ocean sounds on our Echo Dot!

On past cruises, we always asked our room steward what he/she preferred, and his/her answer was always, "No problem, I will move your hanging clothes and your packed suitcases to your new room." Very very convenient! On our next cruise, I will only need to move to the room right next door, so easy peasy!

Yes, I am in a scooter, so wondering about that as well!

The elevator system sounds great but wondering if it is still great for someone in a wheelchair or using a scooter? Is there enough time to grab the elevator that opens if you're several feet away from it? Wondering how fast those elevator doors close if you're not right in front of it. TIA Luckily, my DH usually runs interference for me! LOL!

We'll have #9179 interior in November, 2025. Sigh, it seems like a fairly long wait but trying to have patience.

I do not know for sure, so would call the garage to ask that question. I am guessing they would say no for that long of a time frame, so you could do long-term parking at the airport, then shuttle to your ship. I had asked to park our truck at the Tampa terminal when we fly to Vancouver to cruise to LA and through the Panama Canal to Tampa, and was told no, so we are making other parking arrangements for that trip. Good luck and happy cruising!

Our first time on Odyssey (I use a scooter), I could not find any way to get up to Playmakers, which did not make us very happy. I later heard someone tell me about the service/cargo elevator in the very back of the SportsPlex. So, we went back to find it and a staffer tells me that there is no elevator to get up there. I said, "oh yes there is and we'll show you." The 3 of us walked through the SportsPlex to the very back of the room and around a corner, where, lo and behold, there was the elevator! Haha! Royal's own employees did not know it was there! It was a slow ride up but we enjoyed going to Playmakers to watch NFL games, have a few drinks, and enjoy the delicious wings and tower of onion rings!! Not sure why they don't let others know about this and wonder how many have been unable to enjoy Playmakers on Odyssey! Be aware though, there are no restrooms up there (at least there weren't when we were there last year! Totally ridiculous planning; a sports bar with no restroom! Happy cruising! Cheers!