Tree_skier

1 hour ago, Mum2Mercury said:

I keep the template on my computer, and I use it as a "starting point".  We almost always add or subtract depending upon the length of the cruise (or specific things we need for special plans or excursions).

51 minutes ago, Tree_skier said:

LOL!!! you are way to organized.  I don't pack until the night before the flight.  I have certain "cruise items" that always go.  After that it is whatever strikes my fancy while I'm standing in front of my closet...  

I just realized my post might have sounded critical or sarcastic towards you and it is too late to edit... That was not my intent.  It is just that my ADD addled brain could never even fathom such a thing.   

I even bought those mesh luggage cubes off Amazon about a year ago to try and help organize and four cruises later they are still in the plastic wrap they came in. 

10 minutes ago, Mum2Mercury said:

I keep the template on my computer, and I use it as a "starting point".  We almost always add or subtract depending upon the length of the cruise (or specific things we need for special plans or excursions).

LOL!!! you are way to organized.  I don't pack until the night before the flight.  I have certain "cruise items" that always go.  After that it is whatever strikes my fancy while I'm standing in front of my closet...  

1 hour ago, renza said:

You don’t ever step foot in the windjammer on an oasis class ship. Park café is such an awesome spot on the first day. Fresh salad, and sandwiches and hardly anybody

When we were on Harmony the Solarium bistro was practically deserted during the lunch period.

17 hours ago, PhillyFan33579 said:

Got it…one of those entitled Pinnacles who thinks they can do whatever they want. We were just talking about Pinnacles like that at the 340+ lunch today on Radiance. 

My experience is very different than yours apparently.  

All the pinnacle I have met are amazingly interesting and nice people. 

4 hours ago, StrikeEagle said:

On the last cruise, we had four adults in a standard-sized interior cabin. Each person had a check-in luggage around 28-29 inch and a carry-on around 21inch. (4 check-in, 4 carry-ons)  Yes, of course, on every cruise, I tried to push those bags of beddings all the way in, and sometimes the room attendant helped us push them in as well.

Before the last cruise, we had three adults, each with a 28-29 inch checked luggage and a 21-inch carry-on. (3 check-in 3 carry-on)  Still, one checked luggage ended up in the corner of the room.

The original question was meant to ask because I'm just curious when the room attendant put things under the bed, cutting back our storage space. This action is not for us but for the next cruise. That's why I asked if it is standard for them to do this.

I can see how that storing all that luggage would be a problem...  That's a lot of luggage. 

7 hours ago, Sianli said:

Just got off Friday and yes he is there! Also our fav. He goes on vacation in October.

Oh that's to bad... I'm going to miss him.  He is the best!

1 hour ago, PhillyFan33579 said:

Not sure how often you cruise, but it is very normal. Extremely rude to put it out in the hallway. 

@RFerrington is a Pinnacle so I think fairly often.

47 minutes ago, firefly333 said:

I got out just in time. I was so lucky to leave late last monday. Even if it was 97 degrees, I got out before the storms. And tornadoes.. sorry you are still going thru it. I think I did the right thing for me leaving dallas. I was just there for family. Thanks for the reminder. I do think that's why the truck behind me with my stuff is taking so long. I just need to be patient. 

 

Sorry about the dallas weather you are still enduring. So hot!

I was planning on driving to Dallas that same Monday...  So glad I changed my plans.  I'm heading north now instead and will be in Oregon for June and part of July... Maybe longer, who knows for sure.  I'm leaving tomorrow.

DW wants a Tesla.  I told her we'd look after we got back from OR.  I'm skeptical but she is really sold on them.

We travel with two 26" suitcases and two 20" carryons.  The carryons go inside the suitcases and both easily fit underneath the bed even with a bundle of extra bedding underneath.  We've never had any problem.

Question for @StrikeEagle did you try adjusting the bag of linens and blankets to accommodate your cases.

13 hours ago, firefly333 said:

Moving. It's been 97 in dallas. Movers cant move hazardous or liquids. All drawers have to be empty I'm told. I was quoted just under $$7500. Remember this is a tiny house 1107 sf. Huge kitchen a garage and a few small rooms, one bedroom set up. 2 closets. Went over the inventory list twice. 4 movers show up last Monday and I see they packed my closets, hanging up empty hangers, and tee shirts. Throw them in the box. Hangers dont need to be hung in special wardrobe boxes. I was busy packing my car, was too hot to pack ahead. Nothing moved from garage, except my ladder, none of my cleaning products from under kitchen sink, nothing from the bathrooms, equal my scales, rest are liquids. Head guy says you've used up your allowed space, and of course I say I want my bedroom packed too lol. Price winds up over 9k. Imo that's a bait and switch. They asked when I wanted it delivered. I said today friday. 

 

Turns out now they say it can be up to 12 BUSINESS days from last tuesday. I said I moved Monday right before the tornadoes hit. I'm still seeing posts from neighbors no power or off and on power 5 days later so I am lucky I got out monday. So I push on thru and last I heard from them she says if I dont hear from the movers by june 6 or june 7 contact customer service again. What? Guy who sold it to me also said I might know a week ahead, the truth is they text within 24 to 48 hours when they will come. It's been so hot. The coolest day was 96 and was 101 I noticed when I hit I10 biloxi. The heat and humidity not helping. So I am at the condo last Wednesday and now know why rhe increase in HOA. They are replacing both elevators. Tuesday my realtor said they were fine. Wednesday the one working is shaking and stopping at floor 5 every trip a long time. I spent 2 hours in the heat unloading my car and gave up, finished unloading today, but right now only 1 of 2 elevators is working. Bet that costs me extra.

 

The good news is I love the new condo. Right now I'm wishing it wasnt top floor 8 with the slow elevator the whole bldg is sharing. Hotels cost a fortune to me. The one I was at last night said a AAA tournament is in melbourne. Over $200. Avid. Never heard of it. Stayed in the cutest boutique hotel in Tallahassee I've ever seen I loved. Most of the hotels are 100% sold. Where I am now he said is full friday and Saturday so I'm lucky I booked yesterday. The hotels along the road 520? To Merritt island look run down to me, wouldnt stay at any I saw. Cocoa isnt much, not cocoa beach, cocoa. I'm here and could sit here in a hotel another week or more. I do absolutely love the new condo. I planned to buy new furniture when I got moved, so imo I didnt move that much. 3 guys who barely spoke english and a head mover who upped the contract. Wait until they find out only one elevator works. I have to give 24 hours notice to this guy on the property so he can pad the one working elevator. So far either his number doesnt work or I just leave messages he doesnnt return. My self install spectrum equipment arrived today, I'm going to hire someone to install. I still feel exhausted and not eating enough. Supposed to maybe be under 90 tomorrow. I arrived in florida tuesday and here Wednesday and just trying to get stuff set up. Now I need my stuff delivered. I am stressed to the max, but here safe and sound in a hotel. I dont even have a chair in the new condo to sit on yet. I love the huge walk in closets. I love it's so big. Some welcoming committee lady raved over how much she loved my counter tops and deep double sink, so I'm guessing she doesnt have that in hers. Agreeable grey isnt very grey but the place is clean and looking fabulous to my eyes. Anyway, that's why I've hardly been posting. I'm just too tired. Not mad or upset at anyone.. just tired and not sleeping enough. Or eating enough. No appetite. Went to publix tonight, first time in over 20 years. Ate at sonnys BBQ the other night, I thought I was in dallas lol. 

Nightmare!!!

@firefly333  I hope things get smoother for you soon... 

@Ocean Boy Happy birthday Doctor.  You're not getting older, you're getting better. 🙂 

14 minutes ago, Ocean Boy said:

The CT scan must be very interesting.

I'll ask if that is something he got a copy of... 

My son-in-law is the senior RN at his facility and quite inquisitive... I could see him asking for it.  

4 hours ago, leaveitallbehind said:

Certainly times have changed and the point values aren't what they used to be. But many years ago when the RCCL Visa card was first introduced we got one, which I used exclusively for business travel and entertainment expenses, which at the time were fairly high.  Within two years we qualified for a free double occupancy 7-night cruise in a balcony stateroom from the points. We gave up that card some years ago but have recently gotten the Celebrity Visa card as a back up card. Those days are gone, as I believe are the point values, but OBC is still nice - LOL.

A couple of times a year, in the last couple of years, they have had quadruple points month for any Royal purchase.  The last one was in Nov last year.  I bought all my cruise planner stuff for every cruise I had booked and scored a fair number of points.  It is just a back up card I use when a vendor doesn't take Amex but it is surprising how much quick I can rack up a couple hundred bucks in OBC.  

So my Grandson broke his wrist a couple of weeks back or so ago.  He was riding a dirt bike and decided use the small hill leading to the back of the property as a jump.  It all ended bad involving a tree stump.

The official diagnosis was that he fractured his distal radius and ulna styloid. 

****Below is for @Ocean Boy*****

Apparently Comminuted is the bad one.  Surgery was a week and a half ago and it required pins and plates of some sort...  

Today he got the cast thing off.

His arm is all shriveled up.  I warned him that that was what was likely to happen but he was horrified when he actually saw it.  He works out and is quite fit.  He's quite concerned it's going to stay that way.  The doctor assured him once his therapy is complete he can get back to working it in the gym and he will look normal.

23 minutes ago, Denversail said:

I’m currently drinking in the Bamboo room. It is a cute little bar with comfy seating. 

Is Raj still there?  He’s the best!

On 5/30/2024 at 8:27 AM, juanrod said:

We are also going on in October for Halloween cruise.  Which week are you going ?

I'm on this sailing as well.  I'm looking forward to this quick little cruise.  The costume parade should be great!!

On 5/29/2024 at 7:45 PM, Sea Dog said:

I am especially interested in visiting the Bamboo Room as Royals version of a tiki bar. I am curious how well the drinks are made.

I love the Bamboo room and it is my go to bar when on Navigator.  I'll be back on board in Oct as well.  Sadly a little after you get off.  Drinks have always been well made there.  

44 minutes ago, SLB cruiser said:

Unfortunately it happened to me this week. I don’t get it. 

I'm certainly not disputing it happens to other people.  I'd be hunting for a different agent.  

No problem... Just go to guest services and they will swap the keys in whichever way you want.

Yes book private excursions is no problem.  There was a brief period after the Covid shutdown that required cruise line only excursions but that is long over.

16 minutes ago, MartinsCruise said:

 

What all is included with the lounge?  

There is a light breakfast in the morning and appys during HH in the evening.  Also, there is a fancy coffee machine you can get Lattes and Cappuccino and such from all day long (no voucher required).

9 hours ago, ReneeFLL said:

Checked my account on their website and I’m now Zenith. Never thought that would happen.  💃🏼🍸🍹🥂🍻🍷🍾💃🏼

I've never sailed or even booked with Celebrity and just logged in using my Royal credentials and I'm Elite.  I didn't expect that.  I hit D+ this fall... Assuming that that moves up to Elite+ I will start to look at Celebrity for bookings when the new itineraries come out this November/December.  

11 hours ago, Queencorkle said:

Thanks everyone! We are looking forward to the two meals for sure! This is my retirement cruise, so we got this upgrade along with the drink package and the dining package. We are Diamond members, so we really don’t need the drink package, but we love the “all inclusive” feel!!

If you got the dining package the embarkation lunch that comes with The Key is useless to you.  With the UDP you'll just go to whichever SR is open and eat there.

3 hours ago, taglovestocruise said:

A coffee pot in your room, maybe a dinner at Costal Kitchen, a bathtub and a larger closet. 

We also got suite embarkation.  

I avoid all pools and hot tubs for just this reason.  Too many people with too little self control.  

I always take OBC.  You can use it for any purchase you want in the cruise planner and take advantage of pre cruise sales.  If you don't use it pre cruise it will be available on board for any ship board purchases.

Ive never done the Upgrade option but it seems way to complicated to me.