Cruise Raider

The standard cabins are build from the same mold, with very few exceptions. The exceptions for different cabin sizes are those inside ones that are laid out sideways or if the cabin is accessible. The balcony size might also differ and made be included in the overall cabin sizes listed. It is easy to determine which ones those are by the deck plans, though.

The contracts for the crew have changed since the restart. Each employee now works on a salary and it is derived from the ‘crew appreciation’ we all pay, whether it is from the package or paid separately. Bartenders are included in this payroll method. It kept things fair after the restart when some ships had 15% passenger capacity and some were at the full limit. It also keeps it fair when considering a large percentage of passengers on a specific itinerary are not from a tipping culture, as is in the US. Anything extra you give them is theirs to keep but still, many that work in a bar with the same teammates will put it into a communal pot to be shared with their other coworkers.

We’ve cruised in 4 different cabins in as many cruises on the Crown so far this year. The beds were super comfortable in all 4 cabins.

Depending on what ship and the type of cabin you book, you may already have a small table in the cabin. My friend took his and just put it on the desk in a standard balcony cabin and slept on that side of the bed. They have extra extension cords if needed, as well. Of note, you can also order distilled water (free of charge) to your cabin ahead of time. They will keep you stocked.

I’m kind of grossed out about a half eaten appetizer and to be honest, quite surprised. I’ve seen pot smokers on many sailings. I am actually more disgusted by cigarette smoke even though I don’t smoke either one. sounds like you found something that works much better for you.

Their beds are the best! Only the Discovery seems to have more firm mattresses. I attribute that to being released during CoVid when the supply chain issues hit nearly every industry. But even those are pretty comfortable compared to some other cruiselines.

I agree with all your points (can’t speak to breakfast in the MDR because we never go there lately). The coffee is the best we’ve had (we only get espresso based coffees) and the food has been great. I try to never eat French fries and not sure what happened, but they are simply irresistible now. Even the food in the buffet was so good and seasoned perfectly. And the food we order over the app is not only great but it is delivered in a very timely manner and always at the right temperature. Not one disappointing meal to be had! I can tell they have gone to great lengths to reverse people’s opinions about the food over the last year.

You still can’t check your luggage until about 3 to 4 hours prior to your flight.

i truly love the Royal class even though we’ve sailed on the Grand, Golden and Star several times. Even on the last time we cruised on each one of these ships, they were really showing their age.

We’ve done that on Celebrity so many times … deals were too good to pass up when they canceled our cruises.

We saw her in port way back right after 9/11. I think we were on the Ocean or Dawn and remember how big she looked in comparison. We cruised on her many times since then while she was home ported in San Francisco and then again a few times in 2021. She’s showing her wear and tear but has always had such a spectacular crew.

I don’t think it will happen in the next 12 months so will keep my fingers crossed for you.

Not to worry .. in ivermectin 40 cruises using the app, nobody has ever asked to see our boarding pass at check in.

I have heard rumor, but from a reliable source, the Grand might be sold. it’s past time for her to move on ..

Last I heard, it’s only in Seattle (charges covered by the city of Seattle), Miami and Fort Lauderdale