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    First time in a Suite - Harmony of the Seas

    in Royal Caribbean International

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    Still so many awesome perks... we're so excited! I think complimentary wifi is also an added perk :) We've done NCL Haven and we were totally spoiled, but I think this experience is going to be even better.

     

    That's a Star Class suite. CLS is a Sky Class suite. no Genie, No complimentary specialty dining outside of Coastal Kitchen, no free drink package or mini-bar, no cut the line perks at flowrider etc.

     

    You will have access to suite lounge, coastal kitchen, suite concierge, reserved seating at all entertainment venues sans comedy club, priority embarkation, disembarkation, etc. Still a lot of perks and a good experience.

     

    Beware, once you dip your toes in the suite waters it's impossible to go back.

    First time in a Suite - Harmony of the Seas

    in Royal Caribbean International

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    WOW! Thank you so much....this was very helpful!

     

    I found myself in a similar situation when we took our first cruise in a suite on Oasis a couple of years ago. As newbies we didn't make the most of the status so here are the lessons learnt. I appreciate that Harmony may be a little different but our experience on Oasis might still be helpful.

     

    Embarkation Day

    +++++++++++++

     

    When you arrive at the terminal, look out for a special entrance for suite guests. If the terminal entrance is busy then this is the way to avoid the crowds getting into the building. The person at the door will direct you to the appropriate check-in line.

     

    We went straight to suite lounge and were a little a confused because we seemed to be blanked by the servers plus we weren't sure whether they served the complementary drinks that time of day on embarkation (11:00am).

     

    Our experience is that servers do not serve drinks (only do this in the happy hour). Drinks are available at the bar and are complementary.

     

    Bottled Water

    ++++++++++

     

    Bottled water is complementary and available from the suite lounge bar. This wasn't clear to us.

     

    Coastal Kitchen

    ++++++++++++

     

    Great place to eat for breakfast, lunch and dinner. However, we had a couple of people in our group who are vegetarians and the menu is limited. If you have a word with the restaurant manager then if the menu doesn't appeal or if you have special dietary requirements, they can get food served from the main dinning room.

     

    Restaurant can get busy so good to book slots in advance. You can always cancel or change them if you change your mind.

     

    Main Dinning Room

    +++++++++++++++

     

    There is a special desk for suite guests so no need to reserve a table or join either line. It is a great perk and although Coastal Kitchen is great, does no harm to check out alternative venues.

     

    Shows

    +++++

     

    With the exception of Comedy Club, there is no need to book your shows. Plus you will have access to the reserved seating.

     

    Disembarkation

    ++++++++++++

     

    The concierges will arrange special escorted disembarkation not only on the last day but also at port stops where it is likely to be chaotic. Worth looking out for these as you can avoid the crowds and the rush to get off the ship.

     

    Concierge

    ++++++++

     

    Get to know the concierges in the suite lounge. They can be really helpful in resolving problems as well as offering guidance.

     

    Next Cruise Bookings

    ++++++++++++++++++++++++

     

    Useful to ask about pricing and itineraries even if you are not planning to book your next cruise.

     

    Next cruise salesperson will set up shop in the suite lounge so no need to line up at the main Next Cruise desk.

     

    Meet and Greet Event

    +++++++++++++++++

     

    They will organise some kind of meet and greet event for suite guests. Great chance to meet and chat with the officers so highly recommended.

     

    After our first cruise in a suite on Oasis, we did a subsequent one on Allure and got a lot more out of the experience with lessons learnt. I have stayed in the CLS and it is amazing.

    The Upgrade Fairy does exit!

    in Royal Caribbean International

    Posted

    We're on this sailing with you! We upgraded yesterday from D6 to a CLS...SO BEYOND EXCITED! We'll see you in the Suite Lounge ;)

     

    I happen to call about other cabins and asked about the Grand Suite. they came back and "yes the Grand Suite is available and we upgraded you at no charge" AND they gave me a $100 OBC to boot!!! :o I keep looking at the booking assume it was a dream. We are Diamond Crown and Anchor and have NEVER received an upgrade ever!

     

    We were in a D6 balcony.

    Harmony CLS 1702 obstructed view

    in Royal Caribbean International

    Posted

    Thanks guys, I will take plenty of photos once there as I know others in the future will have the exact questions. Can't wait obstructed or not!! It was thru cruise critic we were able to get a 24 hour sale for military retired and get an amazing deal. Love this community.

     

    Hi @callagdeb we just booked this cabin. How did you lIke it?

    How last minute can you actually book?

    in Royal Caribbean International

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    My BIL/SIL just booked the day before two months ago. They were originally booked on a Carnival cruise and received an email the day before saying that all the stops were canceled due to weather. Needless to say, lots of tears later... they were able to book the Allure for an inside room...ended up getting upgraded to a boardwalk balcony! We couldn't believe it! Major win and Carnival refunded them.

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