stp_mmh5 Posted March 31, 2018 #1 Share Posted March 31, 2018 Hello all, we Macon and Shane and we are currently aboard the Symphony on her pre opening cruise! A little background, Shane has 10 prior cruises, three with Royal (Splendour way back when, Liberty in 2011, and Enchantment in 2014) and Macon has 3 prior cruises, one with Royal (Enchantment). Our most recent cruise was onboard MSC Meraviglia in December. We have been super excited about the idea of cruising an Oasis class ship, so when this one was announced, it worked perfectly with our schedule. We snagged a Central Park Balcony, 10229. This one of the larger balconies aft of the living wall. Enough background, on to the first installment... Because of all my (Shane's) excitement, we arrived to the Barcelona port super early, like 8am. Needless to say, we were the first in line to drop off luggage and enter the terminal. They opened up early because of a rapidly growing crowd, and we were first through. Check in wasn't quite ready so we filled our health form out and took some seats. As soon as I saw the check in clerks get into position we rushed up to the front of our high class "Gold" line. Who says loyalty doesnt have it's perks lol After check in we walked up to the next barrier to our cruise, a simple rope in front of the boarding photo op. During our wait, I back tracked to duty free shop to pick up some wine, because you just can't cruise without the essentials. After the rope drop, it was the running of the bulls. More like near olympic power walking for myself and an out of breath wife trying to keep up. I had been first all day and I was bound to be first onboard! And great success as we were! The Hotel Director, both Cruise Directors (Bobby and Michele) we're waiting for us and the party is started! Jumping to the liveish part... We are getting ready for assembly drill. Then more exploring. We will start the photo spree then, and spam this thread with pictures as we remember to do so. Tomorrow we planned out a cabin crawl and pub crawl, so expect those photos Monday. On deck are 2 cp balconies, 1 boardwalk balcony, 1 JS, and 1 OS. Hopefully some crawlers will open up other options We have been all over this big girl, and have taken plenty of GoPro video and some pictures. If you have any questions we will try to answer them quickly. Also any photo requests will be answered as quickly as possible There's the big girl Big might be an understatement Bathroom Humor Boardwalk all to ourselves.Gold status and determination to be first is all you need. D, D+, and Pinnacle is over priced lol Hot dignity dog let's get the food going! The view from our room. More photos coming later Sent from my HTC 10 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickinStl Posted March 31, 2018 #2 Share Posted March 31, 2018 Following! That's one incredible ship! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kajan1234 Posted March 31, 2018 #3 Share Posted March 31, 2018 Hi do you now which restaurants that are included for free? Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kuddles14 Posted March 31, 2018 #4 Share Posted March 31, 2018 Can’t wait to see more pictures!! Enjoy!! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruise for vacation Posted March 31, 2018 #5 Share Posted March 31, 2018 I’m following, how exciting. Looking forward to August 26 when we are on her. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stp_mmh5 Posted March 31, 2018 Author #6 Share Posted March 31, 2018 Included restaurants are: Park Cafe Windjammer (buffet) Main Dining Room Dog House Johnny Rockets (Breakfast only) El Loco Fresh Solarium Cafe Spa Cafe Sorrento's Promenade Cafe (snacks) As far as we have seen, those are the only inclusive restaurants. Sent from my Pixel using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stp_mmh5 Posted March 31, 2018 Author #7 Share Posted March 31, 2018 Schooner Bar Menu Sent from my HTC 10 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stp_mmh5 Posted March 31, 2018 Author #8 Share Posted March 31, 2018 Schooner Bar Menu part 2 and Schooner Bar. May be out of order, maintenance is on vacation. Management is also on vacation. Problem will remain unresolved until further notice Sent from my HTC 10 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kajan1234 Posted March 31, 2018 #9 Share Posted March 31, 2018 Perfect thanks so much :) Is the price in dollar or euro? Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stp_mmh5 Posted March 31, 2018 Author #10 Share Posted March 31, 2018 Perfect thanks so much :) Is the price in dollar or euro? Sent from my iPhone using Forums All prices aboard are in dollars. [emoji3] Sent from my Pixel using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted March 31, 2018 #11 Share Posted March 31, 2018 Perfect thanks so much :) Is the price in dollar or euro? Prices onboard Royal ships are always in USD. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ValerieJo Posted March 31, 2018 #12 Share Posted March 31, 2018 Following along with you. Thank you for the photos. We have a Central Park Balcony booked on Deck 12 near 150 Central Park. Anxious to see inside pictures of your cabin. We have to wait for almost a year before we board :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
storknurse13 Posted March 31, 2018 #13 Share Posted March 31, 2018 Oh I'm following along on this one!! She looks lovely so far!! I can't wait to find out how much there is to do and how you like the shows!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare colesc15 Posted March 31, 2018 #14 Share Posted March 31, 2018 I'm very interested in the sports bar when you get a chance on pricing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stp_mmh5 Posted March 31, 2018 Author #15 Share Posted March 31, 2018 Last one till Monday. I'm cheap and didn't want to buy internet. Plus work can't bother me this way. Time to go go Adios Barcelona People nom nom nom Wipeout in 3..2...1... Ah yes it is Sent from my HTC 10 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stp_mmh5 Posted March 31, 2018 Author #16 Share Posted March 31, 2018 I'm very interested in the sports bar when you get a chance on pricingI lied on the last post, so ask and you shall receive. Hope they read well Front Side Back Side Bar Area. Plenty of tvs and bar games Sent from my HTC 10 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stp_mmh5 Posted March 31, 2018 Author #17 Share Posted March 31, 2018 Following along with you. Thank you for the photos. We have a Central Park Balcony booked on Deck 12 near 150 Central Park. Anxious to see inside pictures of your cabin. We have to wait for almost a year before we board :(Still have signal so you get a reply! *Channels inner Oprah* Foyer Balcony Shameless plugs No luck getting the bathroom yet. Imagine nice, yet small. Sent from my HTC 10 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 31, 2018 #18 Share Posted March 31, 2018 I'm on the Symphony in May so this is a great read! One thing that interests me about those menus, they have appeared to have removed a tier of drinks? What has happened to the "Royal Signatures" which are $15 (aka above the drinks package price?!) Have they removed them completely?! Or am i about to find out that you can now only have the classics and must pay for the Premium:rolleyes:... Edit: I also see a bottle of red in your cabin, was that included in your CP fare or is that the one you bought in duty free? I booked through an english travel agent, but i have the sneaky feeling only Americans get the neighbourhood cabin perks such as wine, free speciality lunch etc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suizas Posted March 31, 2018 #19 Share Posted March 31, 2018 Thank you for taking time to do this! We will be on her August 5th. She looks lovely! Enjoy your cruise ⚓️[emoji924][emoji898] Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danicolie Posted March 31, 2018 #20 Share Posted March 31, 2018 Fantastic! Thank you for the live review! I am really hoping to see pics of the Solarium. After they removed the pool on Harmony and promised to put it back on Symphony with a redesigned Solarium, I have really been looking forward to seeing the NEW layout of that area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biker19 Posted March 31, 2018 #21 Share Posted March 31, 2018 Have you tried either mobile app, RCI or Royal IQ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phabric Posted March 31, 2018 #22 Share Posted March 31, 2018 following along, will be on her January. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare AbeFroman2 Posted March 31, 2018 #23 Share Posted March 31, 2018 Great thread, thank you! Looks like we’ll have to stick to a strict budget to make sure we can afford to take one of her sailings out of Miami once she arrives in the States. Enjoy your trip! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ninethirtynine Posted March 31, 2018 #24 Share Posted March 31, 2018 I can't wait to see the rest of the photos and your review. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ned11 Posted March 31, 2018 #25 Share Posted March 31, 2018 I'm on the Symphony in May so this is a great read! One thing that interests me about those menus, they have appeared to have removed a tier of drinks? What has happened to the "Royal Signatures" which are $15 (aka above the drinks package price?!) Have they removed them completely?! Or am i about to find out that you can now only have the classics and must pay for the Premium:rolleyes:... Edit: I also see a bottle of red in your cabin, was that included in your CP fare or is that the one you bought in duty free? I booked through an english travel agent, but i have the sneaky feeling only Americans get the neighbourhood cabin perks such as wine, free speciality lunch etc I’m from the Uk and got the perks for being in a Boardwalk Balcony. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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