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Is it me or is this unbelievably condescending?

 

 

 

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not just you.

Condescending

classist

elitist

also, incredibly Pompous

I can explain why we eat at 5:30 every day and don't book traditional. First, it's just two of us and we prefer to eat alone. Second, it doesn't take as long so we can see the evening shows without a problem. Third, in the event of a late lunch, we can eat later on that day if we want to.

 

 

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same here! we tend to eat early. Since there are only two of us, we can order very quickly, and get our food far faster than we would if we were at a large table, waiting on people to arrive, decide, order, eat their appetizer, eat their main....

we tend to get in and out in under an hour. :)

 

So, is it supposedly a no-no to show up for anytime if you already have confirmed seating? Not a big deal either way as the Lido deck buffet is always available, I am just curious and want to follow the rules.......:cool:

Dining is a choice. Early, late or YTD. If you chose early, that is what you get. If you want to eat later, the lido is your option. YTD is a controlled number of people, and cruisers who just show up throw off the numbers. It's pretty inconsiderate to those pax who chose YTD.

First cruise I brought way too many clothes. Like a previous poster, I underestimated the amount of time I would spend in a bathing suit. And then I bought a couple of pieces on the trip.

This time I'm trying to go carry on only, wish me luck!

Yes.

It's called a back to back cruise.

If your fare goes down, southwest will give you the difference as a credit...

And of course, there is napping and then there is NAPPING. If you get what I am saying. :D

That sort of NAPPING requires another nap afterwards

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Hi Cruise4me1978 I'm sort of in the same boat as you. I'm sailing on the Magic on 9/24 and didn't buy any insurance. I'm crossing my fingers and hoping for the best. Our itinerary is Bahamas, Amber Cove, and Grand Turk. I wouldn't be surprised if they changed the itinerary but we plan to make the best of whatever happens. At the end of the day, it's a week away from our jobs :)

All three of your ports are open and receiving ships. :)

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We have a FTTF, so When I first arrive at the port, will I just bypass all of the people in line, or is there a separate line, or signs? Also my FTTF purchase reads 12 pm to 1 pm, is that the time I am supposed to board, or can I just walk right up at 11 am? Thanks!

Happy Sailing!!

They will have a separate line, usually much shorter! :)

You can arrive for the first check in time for your port, the time listed doesn't mean anything.

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Laze on a hammock in the shade on serenity, reading a good book, talking to my significant other and people watching

Oh...and pack on the last sea day in the afternoon when it gets hot :)

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Looking at a January cruise to get away from the cold, snowy Indiana weather! Belize is now on the A list. Looking at Glory out of Ft. Lauderdale or Magic out of Canaveral. We've not done either ship and never done Canaveral. Please help a girl decide!

Glory is in Miami, we love her!

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how do you bring bottled water if you cant bring bottles?

You don't.

You prepurchase a 12 pack for less than five bucks and they deliver it to your cabin.

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No bottles at all, except for your one bottle of wine pp.

Cans and cartons!

You can get juice at breakfast and put it in your fridge for later.

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So, the cruise is happening :) Has anyone heard any news on Nassau and Half Moon Cay?

Did they have lots of damage from the hurricane?

HMC has zero damage from reports I've seen. :)

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This is not opinion. It is health code. Fecal matter is no joke and nothing to fool around with in a public water situation.

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I put my card on a lanyard, if I have pockets or a bag it goes in there, but the lanyard helps me locate it in a bag or in my cabin.

Will be on Carnival Glory the first week in January and looking for a beach....

We dock at 10am and one other ship Norwegian Escape will already be there (8am). No other

ships at this dock. I don't know about the other dock(s). Thinking of Coki since we have not been

to this beach yet. Have been to Magan's and Sapphire. Will Coki be too crowded by this time? Also,

is the "vibe" at Coki pushy as in vendors trying to sell you something constantly? Please elaborate...

If you want mellow and minimal crowds, I would suggest Lindqvist beach. Gorgeous!

Irma is still a Cat 4. How about that phenomenon of the water getting sucked out to sea? Looks like you can walk out a couple hundred yards at least. Liable to be brutal when it comes back in.

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Any updates on how St Thomas fared? We will be there at the end of November.

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More sunscreen than you think you will need, and on a second note there I'll add to use lotion sunscreen instead of spray. If you are new to cruising just take my advice and check out all the people on the 2nd day of your cruise that have the CRAZY sunburn streaks from using spray sunscreen!!! You'll know what I'm talking about when you see it!!! LOL Sunscreen is WAY high on board so be prepared!! I would also recommend an extra pair of flip flops or beach/pool shoes! I had a flip flop blow out on our last cruise and had to buy a pair on board; paid way more than I would normally pay just for beach/pool shoes! I definitely agree with bringing a tervis or yeti to keep your drinks cold but I'd grab a cheapo one at Wal-Mart so you don't have to worry about forgetting or losing an expensive tumbler!!

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Can be individual cans, and can be at ports of call as well (per John heald unless there has been a recent change)

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Thank you OP for posting this and to all of those who answered. We're sailing on the Sensation on Saturday and I was a little unclear as to how all of this works - it's the first time for us to use this procedure. It's good to know that we can still get in and drop off carry-ons right away. We're usually in and out pretty quickly - we like to keep out of the stewards' way when they're crazy busy on embarkation day.

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Taxes and port fees generally

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Sailing Carnival out of Miami in early December. Parking at the port. What time should we arrive at the port? I want to be on that ship as early as possible!!

 

Thanks to all who respond.

Check your booking, what arrival time did you choose? They won't let you into the terminal until then.

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Thanks for the info CineGraphic although I confess to being in a bit of a snit on behalf of Canadians.

Sheila:mad:

Well it's for entry into the US. Canada can do it in their border.

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