beffiegirl Posted July 21, 2011 #1 Share Posted July 21, 2011 Just booked the Dream two weeks ago and the only dinner time available is late. I'm waitlisted for early, but would take my time dining, but only could be on one waitlist - TA said. Should I be worried? I have little ones and 8 pm is too late for them, and I'm not really fond of the buffet for dinner. Just wondering how many people didn't get the time they wanted? What are my chances? Should I call them? When should I call? Thanks soo much, just want everything to be perfect! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wayfairers Posted July 21, 2011 #2 Share Posted July 21, 2011 Worked for me in the past: When the dining room opens talk to them to see if anything is available in early seating. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare crewsweeper Posted July 21, 2011 #3 Share Posted July 21, 2011 Just booked the Dream two weeks ago and the only dinner time available is late. I'm waitlisted for early, but would take my time dining, but only could be on one waitlist - TA said. Should I be worried? I have little ones and 8 pm is too late for them, and I'm not really fond of the buffet for dinner. Just wondering how many people didn't get the time they wanted? What are my chances? Should I call them? When should I call? Thanks soo much, just want everything to be perfect! If you are still set up for late seating when you check in and get your S&S, go see the maitre d' after boarding (1PM or 1:30PM is when he becomes available) He can switch you to Any time Dining or Early Seating. He may not be able to to so the first night, but you can try late dining then or just use the Lido Buffet the firs tnight until you hear back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SadieN Posted July 21, 2011 #4 Share Posted July 21, 2011 If your kids are camp age you can feed them in the buffet, get them to camp then go to dinner with your DH. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bumorgan Posted July 21, 2011 #5 Share Posted July 21, 2011 I also was waitlisted for early seating but when I got my S&S card ATD was listed instead. Cross your fingers and as others have mentioned you can always talk to the MD on the first afternoon and explain your situation. ENJOY YOUR CRUISE!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlipFlopCruiser Posted July 21, 2011 #6 Share Posted July 21, 2011 We were just on the Glory a few weeks ago, 23 in our group. 4 of those 23 people booked later than the rest of us and couldn't be confirmed for the same seating. They were waitlisted and when we boarded the ship their cards said early dining...same as us. When we got to the dining room, not only were they eating at the same time but they had a table right next to ours! They will do whatever they can to make you happy...just ask. Call your TA or Carnival and then follow up and check with the Maitre'd when you board. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rock_Dr Posted July 21, 2011 #7 Share Posted July 21, 2011 I booked two weeks before departure (Glory) and was waitlisted for early dining. A week later (week before departure) we were confirmed for early dining. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vasoccerchick Posted July 21, 2011 #8 Share Posted July 21, 2011 I booked two weeks before departure (Glory) and was waitlisted for early dining. A week later (week before departure) we were confirmed for early dining. Did they email you regarding the change or did you call to find out? Or, did the change show up in your electronic docs? We booked last minute and while I'm fine with late sitting, I'd prefer ATD if we can get it. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakzak10 Posted July 21, 2011 #9 Share Posted July 21, 2011 Shaking the Maitre D's hand with a 20.00 bill in it has always gotten me what I wanted. THe Maitre' D always has table put aside for these situations and a friendly thank you always helps Alan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rock_Dr Posted July 21, 2011 #10 Share Posted July 21, 2011 Did they email you regarding the change or did you call to find out? Or, did the change show up in your electronic docs? We booked last minute and while I'm fine with late sitting, I'd prefer ATD if we can get it. Thanks It showed up online plus I got an email from my TA (no email from Carnival). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beffiegirl Posted July 21, 2011 Author #11 Share Posted July 21, 2011 Thanks everyone! All positive , so I guess thats good. And yes, I thought about having my kids at camp while my hubby and I eat late, but I hate eating late. Not to mention my DD7 hates leaving my side. And then theirs my DS2. To much hiss hass! Positive thoughts!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelkel2 Posted July 21, 2011 #12 Share Posted July 21, 2011 I really wouldn't worry about it. How many are in your party? It's my opinion that some people will probably change once they get on the ship and I'm sure if you check on the first night they can make arrangements for you. We saw this on our last cruise! If nothing else, try anytime dining. We loved it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vasoccerchick Posted July 21, 2011 #13 Share Posted July 21, 2011 It showed up online plus I got an email from my TA (no email from Carnival). Thank you for replying:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanaimobound Posted July 21, 2011 #14 Share Posted July 21, 2011 Sometimes they can fix it sometimes not. We had to have late seating once with young kids. It wasn't my favorite, but we still had a great cruise. i don't know how old your kids are, but we managed to have ours take a short nap during the day, and that helped for the evening. The worst part really is walking around at 10:00 pm totally stuffed if you are used to eating early. The kids adapted just fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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