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LIVE!!! ICON OF THE SEAS INAUGURAL
erby2283 replied to cruisinghawg's topic in Royal Caribbean International
I couldnโt tell from the compassโ that were posted, can someone tell me the hours of the pools and slides? -
You're very lucky - 1) - that you only have one other ship in port and 2) that you're there for 14 hours! Nice!
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I think what leads to the anxiety is the fear of the unknown. I have never been to Santorini and with 5 ships in port (September), including two that arrive before us, I thought the Carnival excursion Oia and Fira would be best for our group I'm sure once we get there, if we feel more comfortable with a taxi and want more time in Oia, we would take that route rather than be bussed to Fira. But I also have it in my brain that even though our ship leaves at 5, we'll probably have to head back around 2 to avoid a long wait at the cable car.
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Icon not worth current prices
erby2283 replied to PhillyFan33579's topic in Royal Caribbean International
The Hideaway on Icon is nothing like the Solarium on other RCI ships. Itโs more of a party atmosphere there than a relaxed, quieter area. I am curious to see what Hideaway on Coco Cay will be like. The only port we are getting off the ship this cruise is at Coco Cay so we can check out Hideway and see if it worth the $50 per person we spent Do us other future Icon cruisers a favor and share your displeasure about how loud the Hideaway is on Icon if you get a survey. Perhaps if enough people complain, theyโll make another change. Cloud 17 being the original adults only area was the deciding factor when choosing this ship back in 2022 - now itโs like false advertising. Hopefully first week in May will still have enough quiet areas like @Ozark_Kid experienced. -
Icon - Newly Obstructed View Balcony
erby2283 replied to ihopfar's topic in Royal Caribbean International
Someone on my sailing mentioned getting this email. Another posted thought it might have referred to the hump cabin being listed as "obstructed" but I wasn't convinced. Thanks for posting the whole email. -
LIVE!!! ICON OF THE SEAS INAUGURAL
erby2283 replied to cruisinghawg's topic in Royal Caribbean International
Exactly - or at least change the description to add/remind potential buyers that this pool is public and may affect their view. I seriously wouldn't want one of those beds if it was free.... -
LIVE!!! ICON OF THE SEAS INAUGURAL
erby2283 replied to cruisinghawg's topic in Royal Caribbean International
YAY! I don't need it to be perfect - just quiet enough to enjoy my book and take a little nappy in the sun. ๐ -
LIVE!!! ICON OF THE SEAS INAUGURAL
erby2283 replied to cruisinghawg's topic in Royal Caribbean International
I hope your friend will be ok - keep us updated. Just another reminder why it's good to have travel insurance - you just never know! That's what I was afraid of when they switched it from Cloud 17. Not so good if you want a quiet area away from kids without the party atmosphere. -
I was stressing too so I just booked a ship excursion (Oia and Thira) and have resigned myself to the fact that even though we don't depart until 5 pm, I'm gonna have to head back to the ship around 2 to avoid a mess at the cable car (and that may even be too late). There was a tour offered by Sandra's Tours that offered transport to and from without having to deal with the cable car but the reviewer said portions of the tour were completely unorganized. I'm waiting to see if Sandra's Tours gets their act together before possibly switching to her tour for Sept 2024.
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Icon of the Seas Overview. Jan 20-23
erby2283 replied to CruisingWalter's topic in Royal Caribbean International
Thank you for taking the time to write that up and share your thoughts with us. Just made final payment today for May.....so excited. -
LIVE!!! ICON OF THE SEAS INAUGURAL
erby2283 replied to cruisinghawg's topic in Royal Caribbean International
Looks like the CHOGS are out in full force on the Hideaway..... More towels in chairs than people....SMH. I'm gonna pretend they're all in the pool but we know they aren't. Can someone tell me the hours of the pools? -
LIVE!!! ICON OF THE SEAS INAUGURAL
erby2283 replied to cruisinghawg's topic in Royal Caribbean International
Bon Voyage everyone! Not sure why I had a little tear in my eye. Maybe it was for all the people who worked so hard for this day! -
We have one booked for two nights in September. Can't recommend it because I have stayed there yet but it has wonderful reviews on VRBO. I was given a bit of advice that I'll share - since VRBO owners can cancel on you last minute, it may be wise to book a hotel that offers free cancelation just in case your VRBO unexpectedly cancels on you. That way you have a back-up in case it falls through.
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LIVE!!! ICON OF THE SEAS INAUGURAL
erby2283 replied to cruisinghawg's topic in Royal Caribbean International
I have watched a few ship tours on youtube and there are pretty much towel stations at every pool. -
LIVE!!! ICON OF THE SEAS INAUGURAL
erby2283 replied to cruisinghawg's topic in Royal Caribbean International
Well as a TA you definitely know more than me. We have three adults to a room. ๐ If people really want to sail on Icon, girls trips may become more of thing just to be able to afford it. -
LIVE!!! ICON OF THE SEAS INAUGURAL
erby2283 replied to cruisinghawg's topic in Royal Caribbean International
I would think this was a smart one. On a ship this size, they need more venues to spread the guests out and they'll probably generate more revenue selling drinks in those areas then they would on retail. -
Long time reader, First time poster
erby2283 replied to IconicCruises's topic in Royal Caribbean International
Welcome to CC! Yes, you picked a whopper of a ship to be your first. Is this an adults only cruise or are you bringing kids? We also picked Giovanni's and Izumi as our specialty restaurants (I know you have Hooked as well but I don't do seafood and felt it wasn't worth the extra money for a non-seafood eater such as myself even though I heard they offer chicken and/or steak). 1 am is still early! Too much to see and eat for sleeping on such a grand ship! -
LIVE!!! ICON OF THE SEAS INAUGURAL
erby2283 replied to cruisinghawg's topic in Royal Caribbean International
Glad to hear this. I was/am really upset about losing Cloud 17 and getting Hideaway in its place. I like to just sit in the sun and read (and get some shade at some point). Is the music terribly loud? -
Icon cabin crawl ANYONE?? (May 4 sailing)
erby2283 replied to Mook0517's topic in Royal Caribbean International
Most use other social networks. I still love roll calls here though. Have made many life-long friends on them. -
Icon cabin crawl ANYONE?? (May 4 sailing)
erby2283 replied to Mook0517's topic in Royal Caribbean International
Don't bother though. Only me and maybe one or two others have ever posted since booking back in Oct 2022. Roll calls seem dead on here lately.