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I am sure my sister will. Third trip in a few weeks for her. Only place to get decent food for dinner was Coastal Kitchen but that is not an option for most.

Sister started a cruise 2 days ago. Again food is only lukewarm. She will speak with someone tonight. And I know she will fill out the post cruise survey with appropriate facts about the dining.

My opinion only — I am betting that many who are cruising now booked long before any notice of menu changes. We’ll see how it goes in the future. Our last sailing was in March and I will just say that we were very disappointed in the MDR menus. Katherine

So I am only up to page 100 but just had to post. Thanks for such a great thread. I was on Anthem while you sailed and I think you all had more fun. Hope John is feeling better and that everyone has healed from their week of shenanigans! Best wishes and happy sailing to all. PS - John, can’t wait for your world cruise review!! Katherine

Wow. Just reading this after a very long day. Just wanted to say that I am so sorry to read about all of the health issues for so many on this thread. Prayers for all and prayers for good outcomes for all. With much love, Katherine.

Good morning all and best wishes. Thanks to all who are such an integral part in keeping this thread alive and interesting. Prayers for all in need. Glad to read that Roy’s health seems to be improving. I have been home for two days and still doing laundry. It sure seems to be taking me longer to pack and unpack these days. I know I pack too much but always take things that I “think” I might need. DH leg injury is healing from his fall and DD did a good job taking care of him and the house. DS came by to bring food for all. My kids are great. Prayers for our country and really the world. Such an unsettling time. But prayers can work wonders. Have a great day. Katherine

Happy St. Pat’s from the Atlantic Ocean. Prayers for all in need. Our voyage has two more sea days and then home. Call to home revealed that DH had a fall when out with his caretaker but is just sore. Caretaker was scared to death. All seems well now. Our trip has been fun — lots of sister time. Best wishes to all. Katherine

Thank you. We are onboard and looks like no problems other than the missed port. Everyone getting a credit for 1/7 of their cruise fare. Hope everyone is doing well. Katherine

Royal used to give something to the free cruisers but I guess no more.

Good morning. A bit of snow last night—most measurable of the season. For a snow person like me this winter has been a bust. Prayers for all in need. Thanks to all who post here — it is my morning read with that first cup of coffee. Our ship ( Anthem of the Seas) for tomorrow must still be having issues. Got an email last night that we will be skipping a port (Canaveral). So 2 days sailing to Nassau and then 2 sea days coming back to Bayonne. Captain still saying they will dock on time tomorrow — currently off the coast of North Carolina. Missing the Florida stop is no big deal for us but I always feel bad for folks who had plans for the day. I have learned “what will be will be” and just go with the flow. Have a great weekend. Katherine

Passenger posted that the Captain said they will make Bayonne by 6 am. However, just got an email from Royal that the 3/12 voyage will also skip Port Canaveral.

Any update? Getting to NJ on time this Sunday? A bit anxious here. Katherine

Good morning to everyone. Prayers for those in need. Yay, Roy, for a decent night’s sleep. Cold and clear here today. No plans other than doing some pressing on clothes that need to be packed. Will do that around one when I believe a Mets preseason game is on. Our upcoming ship — Anthem of the Seas — made it to their Day 5 port. No news yet on repairs to the engine. Keeping our fingers crossed. Thanks to all who participate in this thread. Have a great day. Katherine

Anyone know how long it takes for points to show up on site after a cruise? Thanks.

I will second or third this!! Great news, Bruce.

Hope the passengers on Anthem are taking this well. I always say that ships are machines and sometimes machines break down. I am on the March 12th trip so am hoping all goes well with repairs. Have to be able to use all my green for the 17th!! Katherine

Good morning all. Prayers for our care list. Thanks to all who post. Roy — you are “sounding” like your old self. Prayers that you continue to improve. Very cold here and windy. Only got about half my walk in yesterday. Didn’t get to bed until around 4 — for some reason decided to clean out my pantry at about 2 am. It really needed it and wanted to make things easier for DD when she comes to stay with DH on Saturday. On that note — our ship — Anthem of the Seas — is having engine issues. The Captain was late to Port Canaveral yesterday and when docked only stayed for a couple of hours. Heading to Nassau where maybe repairs will be done?? I am watching that other site to see what info I can get from passengers onboard. A bit on edge right now. Have a great day everyone. Katherine

Thank you for sharing your voyage. I probably will never do a world cruise but certainly enjoy reading about others adventures. Stay safe and enjoy. Katherine

Good morning. Prayers for all in need and safe travels to those on a voyage right now. Have fun! A bit cold in PA today but should warm up later. I am trying to get my 3 miles in each day but sometimes the weather gets in the way. Still unpacking and then repacking. Sister cruise on Sunday. DD coming to stay with DH for the week. It will be a caretaker break for me — the first since last June. Plus twin sister and I do nothing but laugh when we are together — good for the soul. TS making tilapia for dinner today. She and her DH live across the street and we often share meals. Her recipe for the fish includes a coating of mayo and panko breadcrumbs. Delicious. Prayers for all to have a safe and lovely day. Katherine

Has anyone used the BOGO benefit for Wonderland? Going on Anthem next week and would like to use it for Day 1 or 2. Thanks. Katherine

I just returned from first voyage with new menus. I have to say I am not a fan. Really miss the classics — from which we ate a lot. Food was served lukewarm. Hot apps served two at a time — one gets cold while eating the other. I don’t blame the servers — think they were doing the best they could. Whole thing seems to be a downgrade. My opinion only — Royal shouldn’t want to get the bad food reputation that Norwegian had for years. Even travel agents were cautioning about Norwegian based on their food. Hope enough people give Royal their feedback. Heard lots of complaints which I would hope Royal take the after cruise feedback seriously. Again — this my opinion and the opinions of my table mates. Katherine

Good morning all. Thanks for all who participate on this thread. Just returned home from our cruise. A good time was had by all. Saw the Eurodam drydocked in Grand Bahama. Went to Senor Frogs there and it was a mad house. Under an afghan now as I wait for the house to warm up but at least no snow in the forecast. Roy — glad you seem to be recovering well. Just left your Baltimore and got out before the rain. Katherine

Fleet Landing — 10 minute walk from the port.

Good morning and thanks to all who make this thread what it is — a great place to discuss cruises and whatever else strikes your fancy. Though I have only traveled on a BHB a couple of times, I am really glad I discovered all of you early in our national nightmare — aka the Pandemic. Our ship reaches Charleston today and we will go out to eat lunch. A chance of showers but hope we miss them. Prayers for all in need and those on our care list. Have a great Saturday. Katherine

Good morning and Happy Friday. Prayers for our care list and all in need. Uneventful night on Enchantment. I slept like a log! Thanks for all the well wishes. Day at sea and then Charleston tomorrow. Have a great weekend! Katherine