internetwhiz Posted November 6, 2016 Author #1626 Share Posted November 6, 2016 (edited) Mine too but it still glitched. When I tried again, I noticed the options had changed to include the Princess ship. Wonder if I got caught in a refresh or something. When I did mine, Harmony was the only one on the list. In the waiting area, I heard someone ask which terminal...so I knew another ship was headed in. I think most know this, but if ever given a choice, the big sisters always dock at pier 18. You might have gotten caught in the refresh Sorry it didn't work for some. I really didn't download it until we were in the dining room waiting to disembark. I wrote steps for computer tasks for decades. I have suggestions for them. Lol. Safe travels. We don't fly until afternoon today. Question: I know they make you wait to check in luggage at FLL. How many hours before can you check it in? Edited November 6, 2016 by internetwhiz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
truffles2 Posted November 6, 2016 #1627 Share Posted November 6, 2016 (edited) I know that once you had to be within a two hour window to check in but that must have changed. After the Oasis return, we allowed PLENTY of time for this so we got to the airport about 10:40 and we were able to check in for our 3:45 flight:eek::eek: It was an amazingly easy debark for us this time. Everything seemed to be operating unusually smoothly:confused: Edited November 6, 2016 by truffles2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare DragonOfTheSeas Posted November 6, 2016 #1628 Share Posted November 6, 2016 When I did mine, Harmony was the only one on the list. In the waiting area, I heard someone ask which terminal...so I knew another ship was headed in. I think most know this, but if ever given a choice, the big sisters always dock at pier 18. You might have gotten caught in the refresh Sorry it didn't work for some. I really didn't download it until we were in the dining room waiting to disembark. I wrote steps for computer tasks for decades. I have suggestions for them. Lol. Safe travels. We don't fly until afternoon today. Question: I know they make you wait to check in luggage at FLL. How many hours before can you check it in? I am not sure if it is the same for all of the airlines, but Southwest makes you wait until 4 hrs before your flight to check in luggage. We had to wait in the non-secure area for a good while yesterday since we arrived so early in the am. But, I sat and read my Kindle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeaceOfCake Posted November 6, 2016 #1629 Share Posted November 6, 2016 Skickat från min iPhone med Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OzPinoyCruiser Posted November 6, 2016 #1630 Share Posted November 6, 2016 My last photo with HOTS yesterday... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare DragonOfTheSeas Posted November 6, 2016 #1631 Share Posted November 6, 2016 My last photo with HOTS yesterday... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk This is not as nice as your picture, but here is my FIRST picture of Harmony as we arrived in Barcelona. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
internetwhiz Posted November 6, 2016 Author #1632 Share Posted November 6, 2016 Yep, under 50. Ready to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare silentbob007 Posted November 6, 2016 #1633 Share Posted November 6, 2016 I've hit the 4-hour window previously and I think it as with SW. In the past, I've also had a time limit with the Delta counter but the skycap took it gladly. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chasep17 Posted November 6, 2016 #1634 Share Posted November 6, 2016 FYI, loved this thread! Will be on HOTS 8th thru 12th! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunny AZ Girl Posted November 6, 2016 #1635 Share Posted November 6, 2016 I know that once you had to be within a two hour window to check in but that must have changed. After the Oasis return, we allowed PLENTY of time for this so we got to the airport about 10:40 and we were able to check in for our 3:45 flightIt was an amazingly easy debark for us this time. Everything seemed to be operating unusually smoothly We opted for a late disembarkment yesterday and it turned into a nightmare. We had luggage tags number 63. We disembarked the ship late. It was supposed to be 10:00 - 10:15, but we left the ship closer to 11:00. I think the Coast Guard inspection held us up. No biggie. We sat in the theater and chatted with friends. Once our number was called we walked right off the ship. Cool. After that it want downhill. One piece of luggage was found in the 63 designated area. After searching for a half hour and having to fight the huge crowds by swimming upstream we eventually found our other two bags on the other side of the terminal.:rolleyes: The line was long for immigration at that time (we did not have Global Access and we have Samsung phones, so the app did not work on them) but it went quickly. Somewhere along the line I lost my passport, so that held us up a few minutes and caused a bit of panic. Found it in a slot on the outside of my suitcase. Crisis averted. We got right up to immigration after that. So far so good, but we are among the last 10 people leaving the terminal!:eek: Then came the line to the taxis.:eek::eek::eek: We waited for a taxi forever. There were mobs of people outside. There was not a line, but a mob scene. Then it began to rain. Time from disembarkment to taxi = 2 hours! I was beginning to worry we would miss our 4PM flight. However, we made it with time to spare as the security line at the airport was quick and efficient. Next year we hope to stay over in FLL a day and perhaps arrange a shuttle. It would be worth the cost over that taxi line (mob scene). We chose late disembarkment as we thought we had time to kill and we are not early risers. Plus, we traditionally like to have a relaxed MDR breakfast on the last morning. But, perhaps a little earlier time to leave would be preferable? We talked to to others who did not have that problem. Otherwise a GREAT cruise! And we are looking forward to cruising once again next year on the Freedom TA with so many of our old and new friends from this year.:cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare luvtoride Posted November 7, 2016 #1636 Share Posted November 7, 2016 How do the WOW bands work on HOTS? How much are they? Water proof? Please let me know if this is the way to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dodgersmom Posted November 7, 2016 #1637 Share Posted November 7, 2016 Do they still offer luggage valet right to the airport? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrianAlt Posted November 7, 2016 #1638 Share Posted November 7, 2016 Do they still offer luggage valet right to the airport? CD said they will start with the 11/12 cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted November 7, 2016 #1639 Share Posted November 7, 2016 Do they still offer luggage valet right to the airport? Yes, from Port Eveglades to FLL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b&s4cruisin Posted November 7, 2016 #1640 Share Posted November 7, 2016 Yes, from Port Eveglades to FLL. What happens with the luggage? Do they go to the airline and get checked in? or do we have to find them when we arrive at the airport? Thanks in advance... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted November 7, 2016 #1641 Share Posted November 7, 2016 What happens with the luggage? Do they go to the airline and get checked in? or do we have to find them when we arrive at the airport? Thanks in advance... The luggage goes straight to the airport. The next time you see your bags is at your final destination airport. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teacherloves2Cruise Posted November 7, 2016 #1642 Share Posted November 7, 2016 FYI, loved this thread! Will be on HOTS 8th thru 12th! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Man! How did you score both previews? I am on 8-10. . . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chellecruise12 Posted November 7, 2016 #1643 Share Posted November 7, 2016 What happens with the luggage? Do they go to the airline and get checked in? or do we have to find them when we arrive at the airport? Thanks in advance... I haven't used it but from what I have read, it goes straight to the airline to get checked in. You will only see it to pick it up at your final destination. Sounds wonderful not to have to lug everything around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beachammo Posted November 7, 2016 #1644 Share Posted November 7, 2016 Family Balcony cabin 7330 on Harmony Sent from my VS990 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chasep17 Posted November 7, 2016 #1645 Share Posted November 7, 2016 Man! How did you score both previews? I am on 8-10. . . Initial invite was for 10 - 12, then was offered something cool very last second, but has to be done on 8-10. Just lucky and in right place. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mlambert Posted November 7, 2016 #1646 Share Posted November 7, 2016 Is there a night light in the cabin bathrooms or do I need to bring something from home? Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caanma Posted November 7, 2016 #1647 Share Posted November 7, 2016 In the " off" position the light in the bathrooms is a night light. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dodgersmom Posted November 7, 2016 #1648 Share Posted November 7, 2016 What happens with the luggage? Do they go to the airline and get checked in? or do we have to find them when we arrive at the airport? Thanks in advance... If I understand correctly, they will take your bags right to FLL and check them in to your flight. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
internetwhiz Posted November 7, 2016 Author #1649 Share Posted November 7, 2016 If I understand correctly, they will take your bags right to FLL and check them in to your flight. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Yes, and it's very worth it especially if you have a late pm flight. You can only check your bags in 4 hours before a flight. Also, everyone isn't eligible because your flight has to leave around noon or after, and it only works if you are flying on one of the six airlines that participate. All the info is on the RC website. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare rafinmd Posted November 7, 2016 #1650 Share Posted November 7, 2016 It appears that disembarkation was quite chaotic this time, as it was with the Oasis TA. It feels like I got really lucky on the Allure. I wonder if the cruise terminal design is a contributing factor. My recollection was that luggage was placed in areas designated by electronic signs and an area was used briefly, and then a new color was moved into the same space once the prior number was called. That seems like there is not a lot of space. Could the increased luggage used on a TA vs a 7-day cruise be causing over crowding of the terminal area. Roy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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