Tall-Cruiser Posted March 10, 2014 #126 Share Posted March 10, 2014 Correct....not until Wednesday for C&A. During a call with C&A a few hours ago about my upcoming Adventure OTS cruise I asked about Anthem. The agent checked the system and said emails will be going out to Pinnacle and Diamond Plus members on March 12 as to when they can book Anthem's Caribbean sailing from FLL. Since you were kind enough to share what you heard, just wanted to return and share my findings. I do hope though it goes the way you heard, i.e. open for all C&A on 3/12/14. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tall-Cruiser Posted March 10, 2014 #127 Share Posted March 10, 2014 I thought the winter sailings of the Anthem included the following ports from Ft. Lauderdale: 8-day to Eastern Caribbean,visiting St Maarten (Philipsburg), St Kitts (Basseterre), Puerto Rico (San Juan), and Haiti (Labadee). 6-day to Western Caribbean, 6-day to Western Caribbean, visiting Grand Cayman (George Town), Jamaica (Falmouth), and Haiti (Labadee). If those are the ports it's the same schedule that Independence OTS does during the winter. Navigator OTS also did a similar schedule when she did winter in FLL. Would be nice to include some Southern Caribbean ports for a change. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UNV-IT!!! Posted March 10, 2014 #128 Share Posted March 10, 2014 If those are the ports it's the same schedule that Independence OTS does during the winter. Navigator OTS also did a similar schedule when she did winter in FLL. Would be nice to include some Southern Caribbean ports for a change. I'm thinking those will be the ports. But I think they will be doing back to back 7 days just like oasis and allure. I see anthem replacing allures schedule. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arabia Posted March 10, 2014 #129 Share Posted March 10, 2014 If those are the ports it's the same schedule that Independence OTS does during the winter. Navigator OTS also did a similar schedule when she did winter in FLL. Would be nice to include some Southern Caribbean ports for a change. I agree. A change in ports would be nice for us as well! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRUISEFAN0001 Posted March 10, 2014 #130 Share Posted March 10, 2014 (edited) I agree. A change in ports would be nice for us as well! I anticipate we'll see some familiar ports and new ones as well in the available itineraries for Anthem in the Caribbean (compared to INDY and Navigator). Edited March 10, 2014 by CRUISEFAN0001 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BillOh Posted March 10, 2014 Author #131 Share Posted March 10, 2014 I thought the winter sailings of the Anthem included the following ports from Ft. Lauderdale: 8-day to Eastern Caribbean,visiting St Maarten (Philipsburg), St Kitts (Basseterre), Puerto Rico (San Juan), and Haiti (Labadee). 6-day to Western Caribbean, 6-day to Western Caribbean, visiting Grand Cayman (George Town), Jamaica (Falmouth), and Haiti (Labadee). I see some appeal to both of those itineraries as well. Previously I haven't considered doing 8 day cruises because of work, but I'm finally at the 3 weeks per year level. The only cruise I did that had San Juan as a port, had very restrictive hours. That was back in 2006 on Voyager, so I don't remember clearly, but it was like only 4-5 hours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arabia Posted March 10, 2014 #132 Share Posted March 10, 2014 I anticipate we'll see some familiar ports and new ones as well in the available itineraries for Anthem in the Caribbean (compared to INDY and Navigator). Yes, that is true. For us, any change in ports is good........prompts us to think about staying Loyal to Royal! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharktums Posted March 11, 2014 #133 Share Posted March 11, 2014 So is the general consensus that we'll find out the Fall 2015 Caribbean itineraries tomorrow but bookings are only open to Diamond Plus and above? Lowly Diamond here ready to book Anthem out of Florida!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave85 Posted March 11, 2014 #134 Share Posted March 11, 2014 (edited) So is the general consensus that we'll find out the Fall 2015 Caribbean itineraries tomorrow but bookings are only open to Diamond Plus and above? Lowly Diamond here ready to book Anthem out of Florida!!! Should be open to all C&A members, not just D+ and up. I was surprised to hear that comment from C&A since it's entirely counter to how they usually open bookings. I expect that we'll find out that it was incorrect. Royal has really tried my patience these last couple of months -- keeping me from booking Anthem on they day they announced all C&A members could book would have a negative impact on my view of RC. Sent from my iPhone using Cruise Critic Forums mobile app Edited March 11, 2014 by Dave85 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DEIx15x8 Posted March 11, 2014 #135 Share Posted March 11, 2014 Should be open to all C&A members, not just D+ and up. I was surprised to hear that comment from C&A since it's entirely counter to how they usually open bookings. I expect that we'll find out that it was incorrect. Royal has really tried my patience these last couple of months -- keeping me from booking Anthem on they day they announced all C&A members could book would have a negative impact on my view of RC. Sent from my iPhone using Cruise Critic Forums mobile app Lately they've been announcing C&A dates and opening to all on that day regardless of level or even being a member. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BillOh Posted March 11, 2014 Author #136 Share Posted March 11, 2014 So is the general consensus that we'll find out the Fall 2015 Caribbean itineraries tomorrow but bookings are only open to Diamond Plus and above? Lowly Diamond here ready to book Anthem out of Florida!!! Anthem will likely be my first cruise as Diamond. I'll be 1 point shy after my jewel cruise so I won't be officially diamond till I get off of Freedom. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave85 Posted March 11, 2014 #137 Share Posted March 11, 2014 Lately they've been announcing C&A dates and opening to all on that day regardless of level or even being a member. Haha true, good point. Sent from my iPhone using Cruise Critic Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mott1086 Posted March 11, 2014 #138 Share Posted March 11, 2014 Literally Just Got Off The Phone With Both RCCL And My Travel Agent, And They Both Said For Me -- A Lowly Gold Member -- The Anthem Goes On Sail On Thursday, The 13th. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave85 Posted March 11, 2014 #139 Share Posted March 11, 2014 Literally Just Got Off The Phone With Both RCCL And My Travel Agent, And They Both Said For Me -- A Lowly Gold Member -- The Anthem Goes On Sail On Thursday, The 13th. Thanks for sharing the info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FIRELT5 Posted March 11, 2014 #140 Share Posted March 11, 2014 Thanks for sharing the info. Wow, a Thursday opening instead of a Wednesday ??? What's up with RCL ??? Let's see if they load the Anthem into the reservation system this evening ??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave85 Posted March 11, 2014 #141 Share Posted March 11, 2014 (edited) Wow, a Thursday opening instead of a Wednesday ??? What's up with RCL ??? Let's see if they load the Anthem into the reservation system this evening ??? I thought what Mott was implying was that booking would open for higher C&A levels (D+ and up) on Wednesday and lower levels on Thursday... lets see if anyone can confirm that since it would be a departure from past protocol. Edited March 11, 2014 by Dave85 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FIRELT5 Posted March 11, 2014 #142 Share Posted March 11, 2014 I thought what Mott was implying was that booking would open for higher C&A levels (D+ and up) on Wednesday and lower levels on Thursday... lets see if anyone can confirm that since it would be a departure from past protocol. Just like the opening day for the QOTS, lol. Everyone booked regardless of C&A level :):):) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave85 Posted March 11, 2014 #143 Share Posted March 11, 2014 Just like the opening day for the QOTS, lol. Everyone booked regardless of C&A level :):):) LOL I hope so! If it really is opening tomorrow, we might get some news late this afternoon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mott1086 Posted March 11, 2014 #144 Share Posted March 11, 2014 Yes....I Was Implying That Different Tiers Of CAS Would Book At Different Times, As That's What I Was Told By Two People. I Hope I'm Wrong...And Can't Wait To Book! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FIRELT5 Posted March 12, 2014 #145 Share Posted March 12, 2014 LOL I hope so! If it really is opening tomorrow, we might get some news late this afternoon. Nothing loaded in system as of 0800. Not encouraging for an opening today !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaritimeR&R Posted March 12, 2014 #146 Share Posted March 12, 2014 Not sure where the RCCI rep or your TA got their information, but I am in the U.S. and I just got off the phone with Crown and Anchor. I am an upper tier member. The rep. told me that they have received no notification that any new sailing dates for Anthem are to be released today or tomorrow. She then verified that information with the Resolutions Department whom she said is the first to be notified of future deployment sailings. In addition, the Resolutions Department told her that as of today, no specific date for new sailings of Quantum has been set. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FIRELT5 Posted March 12, 2014 #147 Share Posted March 12, 2014 Not sure where the RCCI rep or your TA got their information, but I am in the U.S. and I just got off the phone with Crown and Anchor. I am an upper tier member. The rep. told me that they have received no notification that any new sailing dates for Anthem are to be released today or tomorrow. She then verified that information with the Resolutions Department whom she said is the first to be notified of future deployment sailings. In addition, the Resolutions Department told her that as of today, no specific date for new sailings of Quantum has been set. The 3/12/14 Caribbean opening for the Anthem was in a PR press release. Typical dysfunctional response from RCL, it does seem that there is a problem within RCL with communications ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave85 Posted March 12, 2014 #148 Share Posted March 12, 2014 Not sure where the RCCI rep or your TA got their information, but I am in the U.S. and I just got off the phone with Crown and Anchor. I am an upper tier member. The rep. told me that they have received no notification that any new sailing dates for Anthem are to be released today or tomorrow. She then verified that information with the Resolutions Department whom she said is the first to be notified of future deployment sailings. In addition, the Resolutions Department told her that as of today, no specific date for new sailings of Quantum has been set. The 3/12/14 Caribbean opening for the Anthem was in a PR press release. Typical dysfunctional response from RCL, it does seem that there is a problem within RCL with communications ???? You've got to be kidding me... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hitaway4 Posted March 12, 2014 #149 Share Posted March 12, 2014 You've got to be kidding me... I'm shocked. /Sarcasm. I'm gonna say they open just before or after the 26th Event in NYC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mott1086 Posted March 12, 2014 #150 Share Posted March 12, 2014 Maritime R/R: I Also Live In America---Orlando, To Be Specific. I Got My Info From When I Talked To The Crown / Anchor Rep On The Phone, As Well As My Travel Agent. In Addition, If You Read My Entire Original Post...I Said That I Was Told The ANTHEM Would Go On Sale 03/13/14...Not Sure Where You Got The Quantum From. The Lack Of Communication Isn't Surprising To Me From RCCL, As I Have Called And Asked A Few Questions Before, And Gotten Different Answers---All Depending On Who Answered The Phone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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