CuteTheta Posted June 8, 2006 #76 Share Posted June 8, 2006 1) Make Supper Club Reservation(s) 2) Lunch 3) Drop bags off in room 4) Explore Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redskin80 Posted June 8, 2006 #77 Share Posted June 8, 2006 Dump the carry on bags. Go to the Supper club and make reservations If early enough head to the Buffet See if the bags are in the room Muster Dinner Casino Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazycruzer68 Posted June 8, 2006 #78 Share Posted June 8, 2006 We try to board as early as possible, if you get there early start that S&S account then, the lines get really long as more people board. Grab the drink quick! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curt Jerome Wild Posted June 8, 2006 #79 Share Posted June 8, 2006 Locate cabin. Drop off carry-ons. Put any necessary refreshments in refrigerator. Meet and Greet cabin steward, become instant friends. Get ice and ask for beds to be put together or apart (if need be depending on who is traveling with me). Stop for a moment on balcony. Breathe in fresh ocean air. Get thee to thy dining room to see Maitre'D. Make sure my assigned table has the time, location, size, and most importantly dining companions (compatible in age range, single/marital status, no children/children status, as this has such a large impact on such a major portion of my cruise). Immediately get thee to the spa, to make appointments before the good times fill up (only if I am traveling with a female, otherwise totally forget this step). Back to cabin. Dranks on balcony. Breathe to get second wind. Unpack (can't relax until I'm unpacked). Decorate my door! Decorate my cabin (Halloween, St. Patrick's Day, Birthday, Tropical, whatever my "theme" happens to be for that trip). Decorate balcony (people will see where the party is from the ports!). Plug in power strip, and all electronic appliances including... Music player. Dranks part deux, now including dancing around the cabin, hallway and balcony. Breathe, and as soon as I let this breath out... Vacation officially begins... NOW! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisebabe43 Posted June 8, 2006 #80 Share Posted June 8, 2006 First, Check out the atrium bar as we enter; Hey bartender I’ll have two of those. Then make our way up to the lido to the next bar; Hey bartender, I’ll have two of those. Then off to explore and find another bar. Ok, at this point why even worry about where the table is for dinner, I’ll forget it anyway, lol. Then just find a great seat and people watch, you know just watch people watching me….. Oh did I say: I’ll have two of those, LOL. Sooner or later I find my suit and we check out the space and then off to muster and ; Hey, BERTENDEER,,,, WEEEEEE”LLLL Hafeeeeeeeeeeee too ov toes,,,,…. Hey who cares, we’re cruising……:D . That is what's so great about cruising, you have a designated driver. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flynrph Posted June 8, 2006 #81 Share Posted June 8, 2006 Although in this day $10 in not that much! Maybe I will have to make it a $20 and show some cleavage! Up to your old tricks again, eh Jersey?:rolleyes: :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryutah Posted June 8, 2006 #82 Share Posted June 8, 2006 get in line to put cash on sail and sign account Can you pre-put money/cc on the S&S card? Our first cruise we just got the bill at the end, which worked ok - is the reason to put money on it to keep track? On our first (only) cruise, we got on board Searched/found cabin, dropped off carry ons Took pictures as we explored a bit (we were late, the ship left shortly) Got our drink with Carnival glass, and took pictures of us the upper deck looking relieved to have made the ship in time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stargateman Posted June 8, 2006 #83 Share Posted June 8, 2006 We normaly have the S&S set up to our credit card but usualy the 3rd night and the night before last I go and pay cash for all our incidentals, so by the time I get of the cruise ship we only have the last day charges on our credit card, that way it is easier on us when we get home and don't have to pay interest on all our purchases. Happy Cruisisng Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JerseyGirl97 Posted June 8, 2006 #84 Share Posted June 8, 2006 Up to your old tricks again, eh Jersey?:rolleyes: :p Old habits die hard! ;) I think it's the JerseyGirl in me!!! :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Criscomia Posted June 8, 2006 #85 Share Posted June 8, 2006 We try to board as early as possible, if you get there early start that S&S account then, the lines get really long as more people board. Grab the drink quick! I've only been on 3 other cruises (different cruise lines) and when I got to the terminal, I turned in all the paperwork and gave them my credit card I want to us on board, then stood in line to get my picture taken for the card and then unloaded my stuff in the room, if it was clean. What is everyone talking about when they say they get there early to stand in line to get the S&S account started. I thought that was all done by the time you set foot on the ship. Am I missing a step on Carnival? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Criscomia Posted June 8, 2006 #86 Share Posted June 8, 2006 Buckeye.......you really know how to put out a fun thread. I'm enjoying reading everyones comments.......giving me ideas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caribbean Buckeye Posted June 8, 2006 Author #87 Share Posted June 8, 2006 Buckeye.......you really know how to put out a fun thread. I'm enjoying reading everyones comments.......giving me ideas. Thanks Criscomia! Just another way I'm building momentum for next week. Really cool to hear people talk about what they like to do when they get on board. Hopefully, it's transporting them for a brief time while their sitting in front of their computers at work. You can't type it without picturing it in your mind. There have been some good threads on here recently. I really like the one about favorite Cruise songs. I know I spent $20 downloading tunes after reading that one. Best suggestion for a song I saw was "Holiday Road" from National Lampoon's Vacation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffdal Posted June 8, 2006 #88 Share Posted June 8, 2006 Ditto Thats a good plan. I might skip the spa next time. The prices were a little steep compared to what we get here in Dallas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffdal Posted June 8, 2006 #89 Share Posted June 8, 2006 I'm surprised with all the dining room table changers right after boarding! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
britishiles Posted June 8, 2006 #90 Share Posted June 8, 2006 I always check on my seating arrangement. First off I wouldn't fit in a booth with out a crowbar to get me out (I am a rather large fella). Because of that we always check and it never fails I am always at a booth. The first year they put us at a booth and at early seating. I wanted late seating. Just being safe... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Criscomia Posted June 8, 2006 #91 Share Posted June 8, 2006 Thanks Criscomia! Just another way I'm building momentum for next week. Really cool to hear people talk about what they like to do when they get on board. Hopefully, it's transporting them for a brief time while their sitting in front of their computers at work. You can't type it without picturing it in your mind. There have been some good threads on here recently. I really like the one about favorite Cruise songs. I know I spent $20 downloading tunes after reading that one. Best suggestion for a song I saw was "Holiday Road" from National Lampoon's Vacation. I'm green with envy.........wish I was going in a week, but I'll have plenty of time to talk, dream and exchange ideas with others........333 days and counting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chyna_C Posted June 8, 2006 #92 Share Posted June 8, 2006 First thing, if you can drop off bags in the room is to drop off the bags. From the room then, make supper club reservations, make spa appointments and book shore excursions. Next, to the lido for lunch. Then, explore. (foo foo drink a must) Then, get the life vest. Muster Back to the cabin and change, get the camera and head to the rear of the ship for the group sailaway party. And yes another foo foo drink! Relax. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudyKa Posted June 8, 2006 #93 Share Posted June 8, 2006 I've only been on 3 other cruises (different cruise lines) and when I got to the terminal, I turned in all the paperwork and gave them my credit card I want to us on board, then stood in line to get my picture taken for the card and then unloaded my stuff in the room, if it was clean. What is everyone talking about when they say they get there early to stand in line to get the S&S account started. I thought that was all done by the time you set foot on the ship. Am I missing a step on Carnival? I was wondering the same thing.....maybe these folks put cash on their S&S later or something? I'm not familiar with this procedure really. We usually use our credit card for everything connected with the cruise....so, it automatically starts up for us also after we do paperwork before boarding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bonstersd Posted June 8, 2006 #94 Share Posted June 8, 2006 I'm surprised with all the dining room table changers right after boarding! I don't change tables...just dining times if I didn't get what time I requested. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dad2ccc03 Posted June 8, 2006 #95 Share Posted June 8, 2006 Book a clamshell on HMC? What is a clamshell on HMC? Thanks, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoinCruisin Posted June 8, 2006 #96 Share Posted June 8, 2006 I was wondering the same thing.....maybe these folks put cash on their S&S later or something? I'm not familiar with this procedure really. We usually use our credit card for everything connected with the cruise....so, it automatically starts up for us also after we do paperwork before boarding. Yes, it is for cash accounts... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
polymerpig Posted June 9, 2006 #97 Share Posted June 9, 2006 Can you only drop off the carry-ons first if your room is ready, or can you still enter it, drop 'em in a place that wouldn't be in the steward's way, then go? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curt Jerome Wild Posted June 9, 2006 #98 Share Posted June 9, 2006 Can you only drop off the carry-ons first if your room is ready, or can you still enter it, drop 'em in a place that wouldn't be in the steward's way, then go? If the cabin's not ready, try to locate the steward (as he/she will be around preparing cabins anyway) and let him/her know that you're just dropping your carry-ons in the closet. They'll be out of the way there. CJW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CwuzCwazy Posted June 9, 2006 #99 Share Posted June 9, 2006 1. Go to Atrium Bar, have a Bloody Mary 2. Check if room ready, drop off carry-ons 3. Hit the Lido Deck aft, have a Cheeseburger & fries 4. Stroll the ship to get the layout. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Criscomia Posted June 9, 2006 #100 Share Posted June 9, 2006 Yes, it is for cash accounts... Thank you Goincruisin............that answers my question.......just for cash accounts.........I think I'll keep mine on the card and avoid the line. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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