Allure of the seas January 8 - live ish

[forgotmyCCname]

29 minutes ago, Biker19 said:

Welcome to CC.

 

Recently RCI has closed a sailing to new bookings when they get to their made up capacity limit.

Made up is right! I called to add my adult son and was told no; I had previously called to switch my mom and my son and also was told "no" because capacity was set. Made no sense because it wouldn't change capacity if Mom exits and son enters..

[micruiser2002]

17 minutes ago, forgotmyCCname said:

Made up is right! I called to add my adult son and was told no; I had previously called to switch my mom and my son and also was told "no" because capacity was set. Made no sense because it wouldn't change capacity if Mom exits and son enters..

I have an issue with a booking I made with the casino.  I booked a 2 bedroom suite for 5 of us.   Since RCL system can only handle 4 on 1 invoice they booked a child on a separate invoice but put all of the deposit on the primary.  So now it looks like their system canceled the 2nd invoice.  I am working with my casino host now but I also just sent an email to the Executive offices.  This is frustrating and I do not want to make final payment until all 5 people are confirmed.  RCL has a terrible IT department, they should be able to handle as many passengers on 1 invoice as a cabin can have.

[colesc15]

About as busy as I've seen it anywhere and can still get a seat up top or around the ship.

 

Just a gorgeous day!

 

While back home.. 

 

[Postopezdo]

49 minutes ago, forgotmyCCname said:

Made up is right! I called to add my adult son and was told no; I had previously called to switch my mom and my son and also was told "no" because capacity was set. Made no sense because it wouldn't change capacity if Mom exits and son enters..

I'm having this issue right now. On hold trying to remove 2 and add 1 to Allure 2/19/22 sailing.  Still on hold. . .

[colesc15]

My boy Elvis knows how to make a Tokyo tea 

[Miami Momma]

Are you noticing many children on board?

 

[colesc15]

10 minutes ago, Miami Momma said:

Are you noticing many children on board?

 

Not at all! Reports are less than 100

[TickledBlue]

2 hours ago, oceanlibra said:

My concern is all of the cancelled RCCL sailings in the past week+ has people rebook to the Allure 01/16 cruise as well as the reservation system was open to new booking so strap in people this cruise can be near or at capacity.  Does anyone know to the contrary!?

I was a little concerned about this too since I'm on next week. 

 

No one here will be able to tell you with any certainty.   Perhaps those on board could ask what is the expected occupancy for next week at guest services (even GS won't know with certainty).   When I was onboard a B2B last October with Celebrity, they were able to tell me what they knew at the time for the 2nd part of the B2B.

 

Just looking at a sample of available cabins to book, I think that there are a lot more people cancelling the cruise than those booking.   

 

I'm in a boardwalk balcony and when I looked a couple of weeks ago, there were quite a few available for booking.   Just now, I think that number more than doubled.  They could have been empty a couple of weeks ago as well (Royal could have been holding them back) though.   

 

I think I'll be able to keep the curtains open and still have privacy.  For the sakes of the unlucky few across the way, I won't bank on it 😏

[nelblu]

There's a thread on the Anthem sail and mentioned that the WJ is by reservations only.  Is this happening on the present Allure sail.

[mein18]

Just now, nelblu said:

There's a thread on the Anthem sail and mentioned that the WJ is by reservations only.  Is this happening on the present Allure sail.

No it is not. Many tables are marked off for distancing and unusable even though they are spread apart and makes it difficult to find a table at breakfast.

[nelblu]

2 minutes ago, mein18 said:

No it is not. Many tables are marked off for distancing and unusable even though they are spread apart and makes it difficult to find a table at breakfast.

That's the way it was on the initial Oasis sail in September.  Every other table was empty for social distancing with signs.  What about the MDR, are tables separated in the vaxxed deck.

[dixiejen]

3 minutes ago, TickledBlue said:

Just looking at a sample of available cabins to book, I think that there are a lot more people cancelling the cruise than those booking.   

I sure hope you’re right! I really do hate that so many had their cruises cancelled, but having fewer on board does make me a little more comfortable about cruising. (And if RC was smart, they would TRY to reduce the number on board — but not sure how likely that is!)

[TickledBlue]

1 minute ago, dixiejen said:

I sure hope you’re right! I really do hate that so many had their cruises cancelled, but having fewer on board does make me a little more comfortable about cruising. (And if RC was smart, they would TRY to reduce the number on board — but not sure how likely that is!)

I guess we'll see next week...

Edited January 10, 2022 by TickledBlue

[TickledBlue]

 

10 minutes ago, nelblu said:

There's a thread on the Anthem sail and mentioned that the WJ is by reservations only.  Is this happening on the present Allure sail.

 

7 minutes ago, mein18 said:

No it is not. Many tables are marked off for distancing and unusable even though they are spread apart and makes it difficult to find a table at breakfast.

 

Was the question about dinner in the WJ?   I'm curious if the WJ is open for dinner as well.

[colesc15]

6 minutes ago, TickledBlue said:

 

 

 

Was the question about dinner in the WJ?   I'm curious if the WJ is open for dinner as well.

I'm not sure but maybe someone else will chime in. With the dining package, we have zero intention of stepping foot in the Windjammer 

[SG65CB]

3 hours ago, colesc15 said:

Cheers to a gorgeous day. Elvis from Jamaica spotted us as soon as we sat down, came and got us some drinks and remembered our cabin without even asking.. God I love cruising and these workers busting their tails to keep everyone happy 

 

Even has towel clips, like a pro!

 

Question - is the green band on your right wrist something needed for the ship?

 

[TickledBlue]

6 minutes ago, colesc15 said:

I'm not sure but maybe someone else will chime in. With the dining package, we have zero intention of stepping foot in the Windjammer 

Can't blame ya.   

 

Looking at the Anthem thread, there was a notation in the Cruise Compass that reservations were required (RR).   

 

Looking in the Royal app, it just shows WJ is open for breakfast and lunch but that is likely not updated for next week.

[mein18]

10 minutes ago, TickledBlue said:

Can't blame ya.   

 

Looking at the Anthem thread, there was a notation in the Cruise Compass that reservations were required (RR).   

 

Looking in the Royal app, it just shows WJ is open for breakfast and lunch but that is likely not updated for next week.

WJ is open for dinner.

[mein18]

18 minutes ago, SG65CB said:

 

Even has towel clips, like a pro!

 

Question - is the green band on your right wrist something needed for the ship?

 

Passengers who are traveling with no unvaccinated guests get the wristband and must be worn at all times so you can enter vaccinated only areas. Word of advice, do not tighten it too far so you can slip it off when showering or sleeping.

[colesc15]

18 minutes ago, SG65CB said:

 

Even has towel clips, like a pro!

 

Question - is the green band on your right wrist something needed for the ship?

 

They put them on us at check in showing wre vacinnated. Not really sure why since everyone other than mods need to be vaccinated. Last night, entering the casino, they asked to see if since I had long sleeves on. It made more sense a month ago when vaccinated only areas you could take your mask off but it is what is at this point..whatever keeps cruising a thing I suppose 

[colesc15]

Just now, mein18 said:

Passengers who are traveling with no unvaccinated guests get the wristband and must be worn at all times so you can enter vaccinated only areas. Word of advice, do not tighten it too far so you can slip it off when showering or sleeping.

Lol yep I made mine too tight and I can't take the damn thing off at night. I don't have scissors to cut off the excess either. 

[mein18]

24 minutes ago, colesc15 said:

I'm not sure but maybe someone else will chime in. With the dining package, we have zero intention of stepping foot in the Windjammer 

I feel safer in WJ than MDR. Spaced much better, no more traffic and at worst you are sitting somewhat close to parties that will only be there for a short time. In MDR you could be 18" next to someone for an hour.

[Oxo]

I asked the same? On another thread. Why wristbands? 

Just doesn't make sense. 

Stay Safe! 

Edited January 10, 2022 by Oxo

[nelblu]

59 minutes ago, TickledBlue said:

Can't blame ya.   

 

Looking at the Anthem thread, there was a notation in the Cruise Compass that reservations were required (RR).   

 

Looking in the Royal app, it just shows WJ is open for breakfast and lunch but that is likely not updated for next week.

On Mariner December 4 sail there was RP (reservation preferred) by the WJ, however, when I inquired at GS, was told no reserves required at all.

Edited January 10, 2022 by nelblu

[colesc15]

The pool band on this ship is SO good