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Curious to hear about recent self-disembarkation from Freedom of the Seas in San Juan.  What was the earliest you were off the ship and out of customs?  Trying to decide on flights out of SJU - direct flights to NYC on JetBlue run either 10am or 2pm.

Can any of my fellow D+ cruisers confirm that the 30% off drinks package discount is offered on a short 3-day sailing?  Thanks!

Just got off of Rhapsody last weekend.  The solarium hot tub we used all week was scaldingly hot.  Didn’t get in any of the others, so I can’t comment on them.  The solarium tubs did not have bubble jets that functioned.  An employee said that they had been disabled because there were rooms located below them, and people were complaining about the noise.

Does anyone know what nights are formal nights on Rhapsody of the Seas leaving from Tampa - Western Caribbean - Key West, Belize, Cozumel, Costa Maya?  Typically first formal is Day 2, but that is Key West - would they have it on the first sea day - Day 3?

Thanks!

We are flying into MIA from LAX, landing around 7:30am. Considering time it takes to get backs and transport up to PE, what is the earliest we can start to check in? I’d rather get there early and sit at the port, as opposed to making an unnecessary stop.

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Fellow D+ members... Need advice from those of you who purchase deluxe beverage package on sailings - is it worth it to wait and use the 30% off - reading mixed reviews saying it's actually more than some of the online deals. Any experience with this? Thanks in advance!

How about remnants of Beryl? The possibility of reformation?

One more thing to add — the Anthem is my new favorite ship in the fleet (sailed Oasis and Freedom both twice and many other “lesser” levels.) She’s elegant, plenty of fun, lots of nooks and crannies to snooze and snuggle... will definitely come back. Tried the iFly, NorthStar and might catch the bumper cars tomorrow — we’re just little kids in grown up (old) bodies. Love her!!

Thank you, Betsy! So happy to hear you are sailing safe. Also so happy you loved Anthem - we do, too! This will be our fourth time on her, third this year! So true about the nooks and crannies - she is a beautiful ship!

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Definitely jumping the gun here, but does anyone currently on Anthem/storm watchers wary of Hurricane Chris and getting back to NJ for Thursday disembarkation? We embark Thursday so I'm keeping an eye on this. Best wishes for a safe return!

How long does the posting of points including a movement of status from D to D+ take? On the new website our last cruise is in the history but our total points don’t reflect the updated amount or new status D+. We finished sailing two weeks ago.

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Will be on Anthem this weekend. Cruisers this week are complaining about their lack of beer stock. Interesting that the food/beverage stock just drops off and there’s an entire ship around her. So do you disappoint your cruisers until you remedy the situation? Sounds like compromise to me!

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There are plenty of options. Personally, we loved the Champagne Bar. It was our nightly pre-dinner and pre-show spot. The cocktails are great!

Another vote for the Champagne bar. Virginia and Riza are an incredible team. They are professional and make an outstanding cocktail.

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As of right now I have seats on a bus to take us to Seaworld... Thinking it would be much nicer to drive ourselves to Sea World in a rental car, which has me thinking - any suggestions for a day trip from the port using our own rental car?

Great review so far, Radio! Thank you!!

We will be on Anthem this year February, March & July. Curious to know - do you know how many D, D+ and pinnacles are on board? How has the Diamond Lounge been?

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Summer 2017 was when we saw the first lifeguards on Oasis. They are on all ships now, and when they go off duty (11pm on Oasis), the pools are closed. Hot tubs are not subject to the lifeguards, so they can stay open.

We were on Anthem July 2016 when we had to return to Cape Liberty shortly after departure because a child drowned in the outdoor pool.

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Need to sign my sis up for C&A. She traveled RCCL December 27, 2004, a Monday to the Bahamas from Miami for a 4-day Cruise. Any ideas if this was Majesty, Monarch, or Sovereign?

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I noticed today that our C&A #’s are not on the original reservation (we get interline rates and cannot get balcony discounts in addition).

Rather than ask TA to add, are they added when we complete online check-in?

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That was the worst I've ever been in. Cramped, about 1/3rd the size it should be, and not even a window.

 

 

 

Worst appetizers too!

Couldn’t disagree with you more. Nice little retreat away from the chaos. Incredible staff and appetizers were just fine.

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Even though the solarium is covered, is it warm enough to get into the pools with it being so cold out? Curious as we are sailing Anthem Feb and March this year and we love Anthem’s solarium.

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Had anybody had any success adding a fourth person to a 5-person suite after Final Payment. We have 3 people already. Understood it’s based on capacity, but wondering if they’d even consider it.

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Just left Cozumel, full steam ahead into a Category 4. Carnival Breeze staying overnight in Cozumel. Apparently Carnival has rerouted all ships... but Royal?? Who knows???

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Day 5 and the cruise has been wonderful. While sailing out of Galveston was certainly different than New York or the Florida ports, we must say we are impressed with the people on this ship. They are warm, friendly and good fun!

The staff on this ship is attentive and friendly. All-star Melvin in the R Bar is no joke. He is a master mixologist and a gentleman. Make sure you get to know him!

Loving the DJs at night in what was the Viking Crown Lounge but is now the lounge/club ever since they converted the club into Sabor.

Chops was excellent. Sabor was excellent. Again the staff is extremely attentive and the food delicious. Sabor was spicy, but that's to be expected.

Chef's table was a dream. Pairings fantastic and food divine. Scallop carpaccio appetizer, roasted tomato soup, lobster salad, choice of main: 10oz. Filet, branzino or truffle tagliatelle. And of course a fabulous dessert.

We stopped in at my time dining last night. Felt rushed through. For the first time ever both appetizers were delivered at the same time before our main entree. Little detail, but again, we felt rushed.

Now keeping an eye on Hurricane Harvey and how it will impact our return home after Cozumel. Captain informed us he'd be communicating news as it arises. Nothing as of yet.

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We are on Liberty now and are trying to figure out what to do. Has anyone had any experience getting off the ship early? I know there are laws that make that difficult but we could potentially take a flight out of Cozumel tomorrow and skip out on the last sea day.

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Entertaining any questions and will blurt out random comments. This is in no way a comprehensive review.

Two guys from NYC trying a cruise out of Galveston because we spent last week in Vegas. Diamond members, cruise #22.

First of all, we stayed in Houston last night and did not enjoy it at all, but we know nothing about the city and took a crap shoot. Will do more research next time.

Enterprise was $34 (including tax) one way rental to Galveston. We booked it ending in Texas City but the guy at the counter told us to take it to Galveston, no issues (which was going to be $210 had I booked it that way). Way cheaper than a car service or taxi.

We miss "pretty" Miami and Ft. Lauderdale. I guess we're just spoiled and the cheaper price makes up for it. After all a cruise is a cruise.

And what's with the liquor laws here? Only Absolute or well vodka until 12 nautical miles out? They couldn't even give me olives in my martini. Yep, judge me for complaining. It's not the end of the world. Just... different...

Does Liberty typically clear customs on time? I know it's a crap shoot but we would like to self-debark and take an 11:30 flight on Sunday this coming August 27.

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