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It is such a weird time to be in port.

We have been to the Baths. Loved that!

Question: Is there a beach club/place/location that's open early that would have chairs, umbrellas, drinks, etc? Doesnt have to have lunch since we have to return to the ship so early.

Thank you friends!

How much is a taxi from the cruise port to Arashi Beach?

I have done a lot of research comparing the two itineraries and the fjords visited. Based on the ranking of the fjords, I decided that when we go we will go on the Norse Legends vs the Viking Sagas. Just depends on the fjords that you want to see.

Reflexions is nice. We have been a couple of times. There are chair/umbrella rentals with beverages available.  They have a Facebook page. Just search for Reflexions Beach Club.

I would like to know this as well. Is Arashi Beach better than going to Reflexions?

On 9/19/2022 at 7:27 AM, TYMAN said:

Thanks for the info Paul. I wonder what hours the casino is open? 

Got this email form them today:

Good morning,

Thank you for your email received on the weekend.

Currently we do offer the day pass for requested date.

You may book directly with us by providing your credit card number, expiration, number of adults/children in the party and your contact number. Our Toll free number is 866-847-1139 if you prefer to call.

Please see below information for what our day pass entails:

The cost of the Day Pass is US$39.00 per person, with up to 1 child under the age of 12 free per paying adult. The pass gives you access to the following:

•           Use of the facilities including 2 pools and beach
•           Use of beach cabanas and lounge chairs by the beach and at the pool
•           15% discount on treatments at the Emerald Mist Spa
•           10% discount on food and beverage at Bohemia Pool & Beach Bar, Calypso Café, Calypso   Restaurant, and the Pizza Shack
•           10% discount in Pronto Gift Shop

It gives you access to the property from 8:00Am to 5:00PM and you are required to take your own beach towels. We suggest that you call to book in advance and guarantee with a credit card until check in you pay.

I look forward hearing from you soon.

Warm wishes,

Olivene Henry | RESERVATION GROUPS COORDINATOR

ST. KITTS MARRIOTT RESORT & ROYAL BEACH CASINO

858 Frigate Bay Road | Frigate Bay, St. Kitts, West Indies

P 869.466.1200 Ext. 7652 | F 869.466.2405 | Toll Free: 866-847-1139 I Email: Olivene.Henry@stkittsmarriott.com

On 8/9/2022 at 5:13 PM, PORT ROYAL said:

Send and enquiry via the Messenger service on the Hotel’s Face(reading material) page

Got this response from them:

On 9/5/2022 at 12:46 PM, blue_water said:

Are you looking for a nice beach with food & drink + restrooms and lounges?
 

Yes - lounge chairs, umbrellas, clean facilities/restrooms and possibly food and beverages. Any suggestions? First time in Tortola. THANKS!

2 hours ago, kelbell said:

I would care, (not enough to have it changed)  just, I would be proud of

that status.  You paid a lot of money to achieve that.  I would be proud of that

not in a braggy way, just , look what I love to do and get rewarded for it way!!

You get nothing having your crown and anchor status on the luggage tags. Perhaps suites may have priority, and they are probably held in a different section, but I am positive no one looks at them to rush your luggage to you being D+.

On 8/28/2022 at 10:01 AM, fpcruiser said:

How long do these bugs stick around?  Beginning of October?

Twice a year - May and Sept/Oct. They eat the paint off your car if you let them stay on your vehicle. 

9 hours ago, ldubs said:

 

OK, I'm a little confused. The info in post 18 seemed to be outdated compared to the info in post 17.  I know I'm missing something.  

 

So, I just went to the RCI website and looked at the Crown & Anchor benefit list.   Internet is not mentioned.   Seems it is gone.   

 

Additionally, pre-covid the internet perk was xxx minutes throughout the cruise as opposed to the 24 hour period.   I liked the old perk so much better.   But I guess anything would be better than nothing.   

We watched a recent video from Royal Caribbean Blog, and they mentioned it was a perk for Diamond (and above).

6 hours ago, pspercy said:

I don't see any Internet on current C&A benefits list (eff 3/2022):

 

https://www.royalcaribbean.com/content/dam/royal/resources/pdf/crown-and-anchor-society-benefit-grid.pdf

 

Yeah, me neither. Thats is why I was asking. Thanks!

1 hour ago, karena1 said:

When you sign into the internet on the ship, you select Internet, then the basic internet for 24 hours.  When you enter your name, room # and Bday it will deduct your free amount so you will pay nothing for the 24 hour period.  It is pretty easy to do, just follow the prompts.

Thanks!

I keep reading conflicting stuff, so I figured it would ask the others who sail on RRCL:

Do Diamond member still receive 24 hours of free internet?  If so, how do you sign up, or is it "pre-loaded"?

THANKS!

I found the requirements. Thank you everyone. Happy Cruising!

17 minutes ago, Dewaldcruiser said:

I have this feeling that there will be many people showing up for Royal Caribbean cruises without a pre-cruise test because of this poorly worded announcement.  Could make check-in a mess.  

Exactly! 

5 hours ago, brillohead said:

It's not vague -- you're getting confused between BOARDING DAY testing and PRE-CRUISE TESTING.

The good news is we've removed boarding day testing, and any debark testing for sailings that end in the U.S.

Boarding-day testing was done at the terminal, by Royal, for all unvaccinated people.  It added an hour or two to the checking-in process.  

Same with debark testing -- unvaccinated cruisers had to get tested on board the day before debarkation.  

That's the testing that has been eliminated -- pre-cruise testing remains for cruises of six nights or more. 

THANK YOU. After two pages of scrolling, I found the answer. Thank you !!

4 hours ago, Charles4515 said:

There are chairs and umbrellas to rent. The beach is one of the most beautiful in the world. It tends to be crowded close by the facilities and concession. The other end  to the left facing the ocean)  is less crowded. The beach attendents who will set up your chair and umbrella are willing to carry them the distance if you want to be at the less crowded end. 

THANKS!

If we take the mini bus, are there chairs and umbrellas to rent? How is the beach?

18 hours ago, woneill63 said:

We bought the three night dining package on the Mariner a few years ago.  Right after boarding I went to Chops and made all my reservations for the sailing.  I got the nights and times I wanted within 30 minutes.  I have since been on the Mariner a few times and all the specialty restaurants were very good, especially Chops.

The best was easily Chef's Table, I can't recommend this experience enough, well worth the eighty something dollars spent per person.  

Did you buy the 3 pack ahead of time, or on the ship? THANKS

We would like to try the 3 pack specialty dining. Whats the best way to book these. I dont want to do it ahead of time since its not giving me any options. Should we talk to the guy at the entryway, or go to one of the restaurants. If we cant get around the times we want, we are willing to walk away, and then I think something "magically" will open up? 

Thoughts? Have been on Mariner or Royal in awhile.

Thanks

We are visiting Cococay for the first time since the major renovations and was wondering what is the availability of clamshells or umbrellas? Looking to chill near Oasis Lagoon.

THANKS!