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Thanks everyone

Not only have I never done extra cost dining, I never thought of doing it on embarkation day which is the perfect time to avoid the madhouse that is WJ.

Thanks Bonsai3s

Never been to extra cost dining. I am interested in getting an ala carte roll from Izumi. Do I need to make a reservation for getting a single ala carte sushi roll or is that something that is a come and get it item. I will be on Quantum in Oct. Is the a bar to eat at or only tables? Thanks.

I expect to use the 4 vouchers for alcohol. Do not drink soda. I did buy the refreshment pkg. For those that know, is this a waste of money or can I get my money out of it?

Most lines will charge you gratuities, port fees, and the rest for two if you book a second person. They will refund you the different if your second person does not show up for cruise. Don't expect to see refund for some time.

The freedom of solo cruises is great. Wake, sleep, eat, excursions, etc on your schedule and your wants is so nice. If you go to a bar, a trivia game and just say hi to your neighbor, most times you will get a response and possibly a lot of new info or insight.

I do not like paying for two whole people to travel solo but what is worse is when they charge you more than two people for the trip. Was told they think they are losing on the second persons upcharges such as spas and excursions but I do not do any of that. Paying for two whole people keeps me from spending that money on those type things.

Losing your table when you go get a refill in the buffet. Left hats, bags and much of the time come back to find them sitting on floor with other cruisers taking my table. For those saying eating alone, realize no one is looking at you while eating, drinking, sunning, etc. Just do your thing and enjoy your trip.

That's what I assumed but you know never to assume. Thanks.

Someone please explain in slow English but if I am Emerald on RCCL, I get the benefits of Select on CCL. But if I book a CCL cruise it does not add to my points to move up to Diamond on RCCL. Even though they are the same group. So if I am getting close to Diamond, I should just stay with RCCL. That sound right? Thanks in advance.

Was on Explorer last. Ship held 4000 passengers and had 5 coke machines I think? Only two were located outside the Windjammer, best of my memory. Was surprised how available the machines were, never had to wait for more than two people. Having said that, I dont see why there arent a few more of these machines around. Didnt use it much but as I sat across from them at the pub, there were often long lines waiting to get access to them.

16 is not an adult. The minimum age in the solarium should be 18, preferably 21. Those under 18 have their own pool area which adults are not allowed in. Families want to hang together, there is a main pool area for them.

Have tried RCCL CAS website and facebook. At least Cheyenne on RCCL FB said she would get back to me. So was hoping I could get some feedback for those that have been through this. I didnt know I could get double points for cruising solo when I paid for double occupancy. Never applied for this and my cruises were years ago. But since points do not expire, shouldnt they give me my points? Does anyone know who I should contact that can actually make a decision on this? Thanks in advance.