Rare Sea Dog Posted May 9, 2023 #93151 Share Posted May 9, 2023 12 minutes ago, grapau27 said: Just received by courier from Royal Caribbean Crown& Anchor. Good looking block. Congrats! @BonTexasNY Wishing you safe travels for you and Jack and have a fantastic time. @Luckynana Sounds like a great time. Enjoy! @FromSea2ShiningSea Loving your pics. Have you seen any good Tiki bars? 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c-leg5 Posted May 9, 2023 #93152 Share Posted May 9, 2023 (edited) 1 hour ago, molly361 said: The Royal excursion incl lunch and drinks is $71 but it doesn't really say much about transportation other than "its a short ride away". It doesn't say if I'm committed to the entire day. I have a short attention span. I know I can just get myself back to the ship on my own. Begin with a short drive and walk past shimmering fountains and waterfalls to Chankanaab Park, where the fun awaits. Duplicate Edited May 9, 2023 by c-leg5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c-leg5 Posted May 9, 2023 #93153 Share Posted May 9, 2023 1 hour ago, molly361 said: The Royal excursion incl lunch and drinks is $71 but it doesn't really say much about transportation other than "its a short ride away". It doesn't say if I'm committed to the entire day. I have a short attention span. I know I can just get myself back to the ship on my own. Begin with a short drive and walk past shimmering fountains and waterfalls to Chankanaab Park, where the fun awaits. That was the excursion we had booked (but had to cancel) on sale for $50pp so watch out for reductions. For us, at that price, including lunch and drinks it was a no-brainer. I think independent entrance is now about $26pp (you can find a $2 off coupon online) and taxi is about $13-15 for 1-4, each way. My daughter had had a similar food package with the dolphins and manatees tour a few years ago and it included a basic buffet lunch at a designated restaurant, and I think a couple of drinks. They went in a group taxi from the port and had options for return time. Easy enough to get your own taxi back if you tell the tour guide but I don’t think you will have a problem. It seemed fairly flexible as there are lots of tours going on. You were not restricted to your group, although this was a few years ago - things change! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HBE4 Posted May 9, 2023 #93154 Share Posted May 9, 2023 1 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare bobmacliberty Posted May 9, 2023 #93155 Share Posted May 9, 2023 1 hour ago, HBE4 said: Took me a minute. 🤣🤣🤣 3 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare bobmacliberty Posted May 9, 2023 #93156 Share Posted May 9, 2023 4 hours ago, grapau27 said: Just received by courier from Royal Caribbean Crown& Anchor. I'm still waiting on 2 blocks. Called C&A March 1st (Brandon) and was told that I should have a tracking number in 2 weeks. Called again on April 26 (8 weeks later...Arthur) and was told that it's still in process and they can't give me an expected delivery date. Arthur, sensing my frustration, tried to coddle me by telling me that 8 weeks is typical. Big mistake. I reminded him that my first block is from a year ago and my second is from last fall...much MUCH longer than 8 weeks. I asked if they have been in process that long or were they missed and the process wasn't actually started until I called on March 1. He didn't have an answer (yeah, right). I'd much rather have them say that the process didn't start until I called (ship happens and the blocks are not that big of a deal) than lie to me (both Brandon and Arthur) and treat me like an idiot. Either way, I'm not holding my breath. 3 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Sea Dog Posted May 9, 2023 #93157 Share Posted May 9, 2023 40 minutes ago, bobmacliberty said: I'm still waiting on 2 blocks. Called C&A March 1st (Brandon) and was told that I should have a tracking number in 2 weeks. Called again on April 26 (8 weeks later...Arthur) and was told that it's still in process and they can't give me an expected delivery date. Arthur, sensing my frustration, tried to coddle me by telling me that 8 weeks is typical. Big mistake. I reminded him that my first block is from a year ago and my second is from last fall...much MUCH longer than 8 weeks. I asked if they have been in process that long or were they missed and the process wasn't actually started until I called on March 1. He didn't have an answer (yeah, right). I'd much rather have them say that the process didn't start until I called (ship happens and the blocks are not that big of a deal) than lie to me (both Brandon and Arthur) and treat me like an idiot. Either way, I'm not holding my breath. That is a shame. Keep after them. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George C Posted May 9, 2023 #93158 Share Posted May 9, 2023 Our housekeepers were very impressed with new kitchen , liked the new wine fridge, we had a smaller one , now we can keep whites in the smaller one and reds in the new larger one. Glad 4 of them showed up house needs a good cleaning, since they were not here for last 6 weeks, normally they come weekly. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ocean Boy Posted May 9, 2023 #93159 Share Posted May 9, 2023 2 hours ago, bobmacliberty said: Took me a minute. 🤣🤣🤣 Me too! But then, my brain is fried from reading the latest tipping thread. 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mo&fran Posted May 9, 2023 #93160 Share Posted May 9, 2023 2 hours ago, bobmacliberty said: I'm still waiting on 2 blocks. Called C&A March 1st (Brandon) and was told that I should have a tracking number in 2 weeks. Called again on April 26 (8 weeks later...Arthur) and was told that it's still in process and they can't give me an expected delivery date. Arthur, sensing my frustration, tried to coddle me by telling me that 8 weeks is typical. Big mistake. I reminded him that my first block is from a year ago and my second is from last fall...much MUCH longer than 8 weeks. I asked if they have been in process that long or were they missed and the process wasn't actually started until I called on March 1. He didn't have an answer (yeah, right). I'd much rather have them say that the process didn't start until I called (ship happens and the blocks are not that big of a deal) than lie to me (both Brandon and Arthur) and treat me like an idiot. Either way, I'm not holding my breath. I talked to C&A about getting my Pinnacle pins and stuff. He said he would submit a request for them and they should arrive in 30 to 60 days. I told him that is what the LA said back in November. I guess we know how that works. 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mo&fran Posted May 9, 2023 #93161 Share Posted May 9, 2023 8 minutes ago, Ocean Boy said: Me too! desert vs dessert. One measly s 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HBE4 Posted May 9, 2023 #93162 Share Posted May 9, 2023 (edited) 3 hours ago, bobmacliberty said: Took me a minute. 🤣🤣🤣 Me too actually. Which is why I posted it. My kind of humor. The Far Side was one of my favorite comic strips. Similar type of humor. Edited May 9, 2023 by HBE4 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keksie Posted May 9, 2023 #93163 Share Posted May 9, 2023 5 minutes ago, HBE4 said: Me too actually. Which is why I posted it. My kind of humor. The Far Side was one of my favorite comic strips. Similar type of humor. I loved the Far Side! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arzeena Posted May 9, 2023 #93164 Share Posted May 9, 2023 (edited) Movers came in this morning 7 am. They were gone by 10. Very fast and professional. Edited May 9, 2023 by Arzeena 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Ozark_Kid Posted May 9, 2023 #93165 Share Posted May 9, 2023 May 3, Road to Hana. This is the map outlining the trip. It was long. We started around 8am and ended at 7pm. Even though it is a one and done for us, it was well worth it. As we started I was enjoying the nice view. Little did I know that the first views were nothing compared to what will come later. Early on we were able to check one off of our bucket list.... stop at a grocery store on the way to Hana! 😆 we had several restroom stops time perfectly. I roads quickly turned curvy and narrow. Much more than these pics. 21 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arzeena Posted May 9, 2023 #93166 Share Posted May 9, 2023 2 minutes ago, Ozark_Kid said: May 3, Road to Hana. This is the map outlining the trip. It was long. We started around 8am and ended at 7pm. Even though it is a one and done for us, it was well worth it. As we started I was enjoying the nice view. Little did I know that the first views were nothing compared to what will come later. Early on we were able to check one off of our bucket list.... stop at a grocery store on the way to Hana! 😆 we had several restroom stops time perfectly. I roads quickly turned curvy and narrow. Much more than these pics. Looks beautiful! Was the trip comfortable for you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BonTexasNY Posted May 9, 2023 #93167 Share Posted May 9, 2023 22 hours ago, HBE4 said: Safe travels. Is the 10 days strictly in NJ or does it include driving time? Or are you flying? No more driving. The last car trip to and from Miami was the deciding factor. Way too long! 22 hours ago, Luckynana said: We're super busy this week. Today we went to our grandson Jack's Tennis Match. Tomorrow evening we'll be at William's 6th Grade Band Concert. He's playing Trumpet. Wednesday is Ava's Senior Lacrosse game, and Thursday evening is Ryan's 8th Grade Band Concert. He's playing Saxophone. How wonderful that you and Jim can share your grandchildrens happy events. Enjoy and smile with pride! 17 hours ago, grapau27 said: Happy birthday and Anniversary. From me too. 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BonTexasNY Posted May 9, 2023 #93168 Share Posted May 9, 2023 We're here and enjoying the kids and the most perfect weather. Our non stop flight to Newark started out being delayed one hour, then 20 minutes later delayed another hour. Agent at the gate said they were waiting for a part to be delivered to the plane and that there was no guarantee the plane would make it at all. She was super helpful and in a matter of moments got us on a flight (one stop) which got us into Newark only 1 hour later than the original flight. She even upgraded us no charge to Premium Plus on both legs which has extra leg room. Then we waited 40 minutes for a wheelchair upon arrival at Newark. The walk to luggage would have been near impossible for me. As a thank you to me for being so patient, I was given a $75 voucher for my next United trip. Way to go United! 19 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare bobmacliberty Posted May 9, 2023 #93169 Share Posted May 9, 2023 2 hours ago, Ocean Boy said: Me too! But then, my brain is fried from reading the latest tipping thread. I'm weak. I don't wander out to the main Royal board as much anymore, but your post made me go look. Now I can't unread that tipping thread. Damn you OB!!! 16 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George C Posted May 9, 2023 #93170 Share Posted May 9, 2023 We have incredible house cleaners , four of them worked for 3 hour’s cleaning every inch of our house without a break, they even dusted all the bottles in our liquor cabinet, by far best we ever had . 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunshine3601 Posted May 10, 2023 #93171 Share Posted May 10, 2023 1 hour ago, HBE4 said: Me too actually. Which is why I posted it. My kind of humor. The Far Side was one of my favorite comic strips. Similar type of humor. Same as Eric. The boys used to get him a Far Side desk calendar every Christmas for his desk at work. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare aussielozzie18 Posted May 10, 2023 #93172 Share Posted May 10, 2023 Due to working lots of overtime, I now see our office cleaner. Every time he comes into my office, I say hello and he bows. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Ozark_Kid Posted May 10, 2023 #93173 Share Posted May 10, 2023 1 hour ago, Arzeena said: Looks beautiful! Was the trip comfortable for you? It was good on the way there. As the day goes on I have a harder time so about the 8th hour I turned sideways in my seat and laid back in Sharon's lap and she held me in the seat. We made another stop. Then bus driver advised me to not go down the step walkway. I didn't...... for a few minutes and then thought, I got to get some good pics for my CC friends! Off I went. It was the wisest move. Although it was a steep walk back, it renewed my energy and I was good the rest of the way back. After my last post I lost internet AGAIN! I have much more to post of the trip. It may take awhile but I will keep trying. 19 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Ozark_Kid Posted May 10, 2023 #93174 Share Posted May 10, 2023 There were several stops along the way. Here we saw Rainbow Eucalyptus trees. I don't know where we were at each stop but that doesn't mean we can't enjoy the view. Flowing water through the mountains will get better but until you know, take pics. 23 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Ozark_Kid Posted May 10, 2023 #93175 Share Posted May 10, 2023 😆 We found a spot in the Solarium where the internet was working well. After my first post a crew member told us they were having a private party and we needed to leave. We moved outside of the Solarium and I couldn't get connected. We just got back to the room and found a letter that we were invited to the private party! 😆 5 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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