We were in a JS for a TA in November. You are correct, no bells and whistles and only a few venues to hang out in. There was a pullout in our room for a 3rd person. We didn’t open it up, so I am not sure what the condition was. We were in an AFT JS balcony and we really loved it.
Not my experience at all. We really love the Odyssey and it is definitely one of our favorites. The Windjammer on the Quantum class is also our favorite.
This is what we use and they have never let us down. https://www.amazon.com/Reusable-Protector-Travel-Bottle-Shield/dp/B07G87N9JX/ref=sr_1_39?crid=23Z23YLHKJX82&keywords=Wine+bottle+bags+for+travel&qid=1704068992&sprefix=wine+bottle+bags+for+travel%2Caps%2C162&sr=8-39
^ Exactly this. You just have to click on it and it puts a lock on it. I was also told it is for 15 minutes. If you locked it, they can unlock it for you.
Ship: Anthem
Destination: TP - Tokyo to Seattle
Dates: April 25, 2025
# of Nights: 15
Cabin Type: 4D Balcony
Total Price (inc. taxes & port charges, exc. gratuities): $3198.18(2 people)
Average Price Per Night (per Person - USD): $106.61
Other Perks: $250/SH OBC
Ship: ICON
Destination: Caribbean & Bahamas
Dates: 11-2-2024
# of Nights:7
Cabin Type: OV Balcony Guarantee D2
Total Price (inc. taxes & port charges, exc. gratuities): $3232.46 (2 people)
Average Price Per Night (per Person - USD): $230.89
Other Perks: $215 cash card, $100 SH OBC
We were in Barcelona coming back to Miami in November. We always leave early and was thankful we did. They were having a marathon and what should have taken us 15 minutes, took us 1-1/2 hours to get to the port. I am so glad that we always leave early.