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6 minutes ago, smplybcause said:

 

It won't let me upload the photo I took in the Northstar that shows it. But it's all the way to the right if you're walking from the ship to the island. You would only be able to see it from the ship, water park tower, and the balloon ride. It'll be a hike to get there. 

thank you. 

57 minutes ago, annmarz said:

I think I saw that it will be to the right as you approach the island from the pier, beyond the Waterpark area.

thank you

I look, but never find.

7 minutes ago, flamingos said:

Did they mention if it was going to be included, or an additional fee?  😅

No, RCCL has not decided yet if it will be free or an additional up charge fee.  Fingers crossed that it is free. 

I’m a solo cruiser, so I go with the best itinerary I can find for the cheapest price.  Most times that is an inside, and that is fine with me. But occasionally I have found a really, really good deal on a balcony, I do take it.  Example: when MSC was selling balconies for the sale price of an interior.  I do find with a balcony that I do send more time on the balcony, especially at night before bed and in the morning I like to have breakfast out there too.  But I, like many others, cruise for itinerary not the cabin. Enjoy your cruise no matter what cabin you have!

CEO Jason Liberty shared that they are expanding Coco Cay with a place called Hideaway Beach, which will be an adult-only beach area.  I’ve never been to Coco Cay yet. For those of you who have, where do you think this area will be?  As a solo cruiser with no kids, I like this idea! 

Have a great time, and safe travels! 

I sail her this Friday for the weekend!  I have heard there was some plumbing problems with this ship and people have complained about bad sewage smells from those problems.  Mostly on deck 5, 6, and deck 7 aft and deck 11.  Did you experience any of this or notice anything?  Thank you.

When I'm up on the Serenity Deck with a margarita watching the sunset as we sail!

Thank you Bill for keeping track of all these storms.

I always get off the ship.  If I paid port fees, then I paid for the stop, so I get off the ship!  Even if it is only a couple of hours, get off the ship to see the place for yourself, through your own eyes and thoughts.  Have fun and safe travels to all. 

Good to hear about the embarkation process, I’m on Horizon next Saturday.  Have fun and thanks for the info. 😎🛳

@MorganClark  yes, I’m glad a cruise line is marketing to solos.  I read an article in a travel magazine that close to 40% of the travel industry is solo travelers. I feel that the cruise industry has completely ignored this fact.  Good to see a cruise line making efforts to change that.  

@MorganClark  that’s so great that you got one of the 4 solos on POA!!!!  I’ve been trying for a couple of years now, every time all sold out.   Good for you!  Have a great time.  I love Hawaii.   I saw those infinite balconies on celebrity edge and those are cool!! The Edge is a beautiful ship.  Safe travels.

Watching grace as I have a cruise out of Miami on Saturday 8/21/21. Flying in Friday, that is when grace is forecast to hit west gulf side of FL.

Solo cruiser since 2014 and every time I look to cruise with NCL, the solo cabins cost more than booking a regular inside.  Want to try one of the single balconies on RCL.  Never sailed celebrity yet.   I love sailing solo.  I can do want I want when I want.  Cruising is fun whether you have someone with you or not.  Happy sailing!!

Watching grace as I’m flying into Miami on Friday. Cruise on Saturday 8/21/21

Thank you for taking the time to review.  You are correct, always look for the positive, or at least try.  I always say "your vacation is what you make of it." 

I would call.  Everything I’ve read says drinks must be in cans only.  You can request a bucket of ice from your room steward.

7 hours ago, chengkp75 said:

.  As for your hair straightener, hair care appliances are allowed because of the riot that would ensue if they weren't.

LOL 😆!

I just think Carnival should not have gone with 75% capacity straight outta the gate if they didn’t have the staff for it.  They should have gone with a lower % starting out.

I’m not a smoker.  I’m not a gambler.  I don’t visit the casino when I’m cruising.   But even I think it is stupid to take out the bars in the casino.   Good grief.   How can you have a casino without a bar!  Bad idea.   I didn’t read all the replies, but didn’t carnival Paradise have a non-smoking casino at one point and they got rid of it.  

Yes, one night.  Some 5 day cruises have 2 port stops and some have 3 port stops, so it varies as to which nite is elegant nite.

I have been cruising carnival since 2014 and have never seen a ship on a stick before. Of course, I don’t play trivia, so I guess that’s why.   People seem to be really crazy for them!  😎

I watched a blog with Sharon at sea on the vista and she said that so many people asked for the paper fun times at guests services desk that they ran out - they did not print enough.  Hopefully carnival made a note of that and maybe they will bring back delivery to stateroom in future.