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What time was the meet and mingle since it was a port day?

 

 

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All aboard was 4:30pm. The meeting was at 5:00pm

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Attended my first meet n mingle. It was so much fun! I don't know why I have never attended one of these before. We were up on Deck 14 having drinks, had some door prizes and a gift exchange. I would share pictures but I didn't get anyone's permission. There was about 50 in attendance. It was so nice meeting everyone. We had friends from Norway, Australia, and Whales. Also many others from Ohio :) Getting ready for dinner, glad it's casual night.

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Did you book the Jolly Beach Resort in Advance?

 

 

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I did not book in advance which was a little risky to drive all the way there to be turned away but I was able to get the pass. They said they are actually looking into allowing guest to book in advance online, but it's not yet ready. if I see this option become available soon I will let you know.

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Jolly Reach Resort was perfect. Best beach on the island. It was a 25 minute taxi ride from the pier. $25 one way for 1-4 guest.

Taxi drivers are in center of the shops in orange shirts.

It was a little drizzle this morning but it quickly cleared up.

When I arrived at the Jolly Beach Resort, I received a Welcoming Rum punch. Delicious with perfect amount of fruit juice and rum punch.

Wristband for the Day. It's All Inclusive with Breakfast and lunch buffet or beach grill. 2 nice large pools. Swim up bar, and non motorized water sports. There were a couple vendors that were set up but no one has approached me to buy anything.

Jet ski rentals available at your own risk, I Never recommend the use of Jet Skis because the high risk and these islanders renting them are not insured and equipment is not inspected so rent at you own risk. I did ask just to share the info it's $50 for 30 minutes.

There is a spa on site that you can pay for spa services. I just chilled on the beach. The water was such a clear blue. Almost the same color as the pool.

Getting ready to head back to the ship as it's all aboard by 4:30pm so in my head it's all aboard by 3:30pm. If you're not early, you're late ;)

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You have to teach me! What about my four or five pairs of shoes? My husband pack even more then me-he also brings multiple pairs of shoes and they require more room! LOL

I wore my tennis shoes since they take up the most space. Sandals in suit case, work dress shoes for dinner in suit case, flip flops in my personal bag. 4 pairs of shoes. :)

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Depends on what and how you pack. I just packed for a 14 day trip in a carry-on. I take all light weight clothing that packs up to nothing and use space bags.

Bravo!! Exactly. Skirts can easily be rolled up and fit 3 easily in a plastic bag to compact down to the size of one. 5 shirts can easily be compacted down to the size of one. Space bags are a travelers must have :)

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As long as you clean your clothes daily! Had the misfortune of sitting near a man that had horrible Body ordor. His clothes and he looked clean- but clearly weren't- He probably wore the same pants for days! Even though clothes look clean- they still require washing or dry cleaning- unfortunately RC and Celebrity do not have washing machines for the passengers to use and you need to send out everything- not cheap- would rather carry an extra piece of luggage.

lol I promise I have 7 days worth of nice smelling good clothes. Dresses and skirts take less space in a suitcase. I actually am dressed "too professional" as a I continue to get stopped by cruise passengers who assume I work on for the cruise line. I know others that also can do 7 day cruises with just a carry on and a personal bag. My personal bag had two outfits in it. There are ways to make your clothes more compact and easier to pack.

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The dining room breakfast is very nice. There is a buffet set up in the middle of the room. Plenty of seating. It's over cast today, not too sunny.

I love technology. Without technology to stay in communication with the family I would never be able to relax and enjoy the time away. I have Verizon cell phone service and I do not need to set up INTL plan, it's just $10 a day while on the island to text talk and data

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I'm in an inside room with A LOT of space, feel like I should host a cocktail party in here. It's an accessible room, so it's twice the size of a normal room. No complaints here.

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I very much enjoy how conveniently located my room is to Cafe Promenade. It is right below my room, so I just walk 10 feet to the elevator go get my tea and back to my room. It's a windy misty morning coming in to Antigua. Dining room breakfast begins at 7:30an so I will have breakfast there before adventuring off in Antigua. First time in Antigua, I'm very excited!

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I almost forgot to post tonight's entertainment. It was Invitation to Dance. Tomorrow we arrive in Antigua at 8:00am. Breakfast in dining room then I'm going to Jolly Beach Resort to spend the day.

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Lol that is too funny! I expected a picture of you and your wife dressed in your Captains Finest

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Found a nice menu screen outside main dining room

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So' date=' no menu for the dining room tonight? It's my favorite thing.[/quote']

 

 

 

Do you think it will be posted outside the dinning room? I will go see if I can get you some pictures. Stand by :)

 

 

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Windjammer is super busy, I guess no one else wanted to dress up either.

I like the had washing station. "Washie washie"

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Really enjoying your review. Do you travel solo often? I am taking Adventure in May as my second solo. What dining option did you choose? (did I miss this?!)

THANKS!

I travel solo usually once a year for my "moms week off". Sometimes I take my mother or sister but I enjoy solo cruising. Doing what I want when I want and not worrying about what others want to do.

I have early dining in main dining room. I dined last night with two other couples who were very nice. I like early in case dinner is not good then I can always go to buffet.

Tonight is formal night which is not my thing, so I'm going to the windjammer buffet, it Asian cuisine theme which hopefully will be good.

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Next Cruise didn't work out like I hoped and I lost $20 in the casino :(.

I enjoy watching the Flo Rider instructors and participants. The instructors are really funny and patient with the guest.

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Another tip: I pack an empty water bottle and Starbucks packets to save from buying sodas. There is complimentary lemonade, in sweet tea, and fruit drinks but I like the Starbucks.

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Made it safely back onboard, again less than 10 minutes back at $6 this time but I still gave $8. Very reasonable for just one person. The monkeys were out at the pier. I do not like the monkeys :( btw if you have never been, the monkey owners do expect a tip if they put the monkey on you and if you get your picture with the monkey.

I'm now chilling in one of the two libraries waiting to meet with Next Cruise

Taxi station, just let them know you need a taxi and they will set the rate and call the driver over.

RCCL had towel check out station right off the ship.

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They will probably not start offering the drink card until day 4 at the earliest.

Asked guest services about the drink card and was told it's 10 drinks for $85+18% and you can get the card anytime from any of the bars on the ship.

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The prices are in East caribbean dollars. $1 ecd = approximately $.37 usd.

 

 

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Thank you for sharing that. I wondered how I didn't go over after ordering the Club Sandwich and a drink I expected to pay an extra $10. But the waitress said I still had plenty if I wanted a couple more drinks.

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