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It will open at midnight eastern time, so if it is that important to you it is probably a good idea to stay up.

I was thinking by Volcano National Park, but you can definitely get from Hilo to Kona without encountering snow

You won’t find snow between Hilo and Kona.

I amazed at the effort people go to with these bags. I have never had one rip or tear and have never had trouble getting what I need in the bag. The people with the problems must change clothes twice a day and never wear anything twice.

There re numerous threads discussing this, nothing new here.

You might reconsider your plan, not because the passes will sell out (some are usually available on board) but because the thermal suite is not going to be a fun place for older teens.

Much prefer a soft side duffle style with two wheels, and a bright color. It has plenty of room for clothes and my snorkel gear which eliminates the need for a dive bag. Can’t do that with a hard side bag, and I never go over the airline weight limit.

They no longer provide cookies except on request. Nothing wrong with the service you have received, in fact if there are no cookies then the service is how it should be.

Not a big deal in AK.

AI at its finest. You don’t think there was a person on the other end do you? I can assure you that there was not.

I would move, it is likely to be loud until at least 11 at night, and there can be rehearsals at anytime including during the night depending on the cast’s schedule

Maybe - it depends on cabin type and cruise length.

You lose it

I agree with this. You will need multiple layers, hats and gloves for this excursion and will want to change before dinner.

What does that accomplish?