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In regards to the OP, yes luggage can become misplaced. When on the Navigator back in March, a form letter was placed on our bed the second evening concerning some misplaced luggage. It asked if you had any luggage not belonging to you to notify your attendant. Luckily, we had our luggage and I felt for whoever had not received theirs.

My ship was to depart the day Irma was to hit Port Everglades. We were issued a credit not refund on a future cruise date.

I'm not understanding. Is it 3 drink vouchers a day or just 3 drink voucher per trip? Doesn't seem to make going Diamond worth it if is only 3 drink vouchers per trip.

I'm going on Navigator March 25th for the Western Caribbean to Costa Maya and Cozumel. Would you remember if they offered a Beer sampling event on a sea day? It's not showing up on the cruise planner. We went on Indy in Dec and it was offered. It was a hit!

As far as your original post, I felt similar to my Indy experience in Dec. It wasn't the worst and I did get my money's worth but it wasn't the WOW experience of past cruises. There was a lack of organization and communication between the ship's staff concerning Compass events and dining experience. We had to wait almost 1 hour from ordering our food to it being served to us. Several times in the MDR, they never took our drink orders or asked if we wanted tea or water. I had chalked it up to the staff being in training or something for the larger ships. As far as events, times were messed up and the events was not suppose to be listed for that cruise.

This is why I no longer book balcony cabins. Splurged and booked a balcony before the smoking policy came to be. The people next to us were smoker and we couldn't enjoy the balcony. They had a right to smoke and I don't like confrontation so now I book oceanview or inside. The plus side for me is I now have more money to spend on other things.

I was just on it without any problems.

I sailed on the 12/7/17 Indy before the Noro outbreak. I am not a first timer with RCI. Many small details seemed to be an issue on this cruise ( lack of communication about events in the Compass, and long waits between courses for meals in the MDR and speciality restaurants.) I heard several passengers who were diamond and above discuss how the overall experience was less than in past cruises. I did wonder about an outbreak the day before we departed. Seas were semi-rough and barf bags were placed around the ship. I saw one room attendant and other staff disinfecting a room. Despite all these, I did make the best of it and will be giving RCI another chance on the Navigator soon.

Both my children kept their status upon turning 18.

I was on the Indy for the 12/7/17 cruise. Despite some issues with dining and an event typo in the Compass, I would definitely go back. It ended up being one of the most relaxing cruises out of all I have taken. I will have to agree with others that wait time in the MDR was slow but the staff was friendly and wanting to please. It took 3 hours to be served in Giovanni's on night 2. Service wasn't up to the normal RC standards.

Ship - Independence

Deck - 7

Stateroom # - 7579

Stateroom Category – Promenade view

Starboard or Port Side - Portside midship

Quiet Stateroom? (With comments on problems) – You could hear the entertainment but it was muffled. It didn't bother us. It was very quiet for the most part.

Was stateroom a connecting stateroom? - yes

Balcony View - Give comments on view, noting if location of any obstructions was an issue. – Great view of the Promenade. It was 2 decks above the Pub, so no noise from it. You could see both bridges where entertainers performed.

Balcony Size? Normal or oversized for class? -

Was wind a problem? -

If an aft cabin, was soot a problem? -

Any specific problems with this cabin? - No problems other than make sure the curtains are closed when changing or being romantic. A couple provided quite a show before realizing it.

Any other comments? - I would book this room again in a heartbeat.

My view is more of a business one dealing with the financial end. If people cancel before CCL makes a final decision, CCL keeps the profits. No revenue lost on their end. This is bad for the ones who even with insurance won't get refunds if CCL doesn't cancel. One of my party is in this situation. Fortunately, the travel insurance I purchased allows me to cancel for any reason up until the day of embarkation with a full refund. This insurance will cover what CCL doesn't. So, I waiting to see if CCL will offer us a credit towards a future cruise or shorten our trip. When Friday comes and IF CCL hasn't made a decision, I know the call I'll be making.

Looking to rent Golf Carts and/or Scooters. Any recommendations? Do the scooters allow for a rider?

Booked for the 7 night cruise on the Conquest in Sept. I have 2 questions:

1) Which nights are formal nights?

2) If lobster is served, what night is it?

Thanks!:)

Ship - Allure of the Seas

Deck - 11

Stateroom # - 11229

Stateroom Category – Central Park Balcony

Starboard or Port Side -

Quiet Stateroom? (With comments on problems) – Room was very quiet till the evening before departure. It only was while we were at dinner (first seating.)

Was stateroom a connecting stateroom? - No

Balcony View - Give comments on view, noting if location of any obstructions was an issue. – View was so-so

Balcony Size? Normal or oversized for class? - Oversized

Was wind a problem? -No

If an aft cabin, was soot a problem? -

Any specific problems with this cabin? -

So if you bought a $10 drink, they add the 18% tip and the VAT of 10%, you end up paying almost $13 for the drink. Am I understanding the Vat correctly?

Leaving soon on this cruise. Is VAT applied to what we purchase on board? I know it is on land.

I'm wondering what the weather was like for you. I'm from the south where it is still warm.

Thanks, we are booked with them and hoped to hear good reviews

Cruise is a little over a month away. I was wondering if anyone has used Capri Whales and if so, how was your experience?

Stargazerceramics, when you took this tour did they pickup/dropff at the port entrance or the ship? Thank you so much for the detailed description of the tour.

Ship - Oasis of the Seas

Deck - 11

Stateroom # - 11207 & 11209

Stateroom Category – Central Park Balcony

Starboard or Port Side - Port

Quiet Stateroom? (With comments on problems) – Yes

Was stateroom a connecting stateroom? - No

Balcony View - Direct view of Giovanni's

Balcony Size? Normal or oversized for class? - Normal

Was wind a problem? - No

If an aft cabin, was soot a problem? - N/A

Any specific problems with this cabin? -

Any other comments? - We had the divider opened between the two rooms and it was perfect! If you close the door properly, then the room is extremely quiet. If you are a people watcher and lover of violin and easy music, this is the room for you.

Just off Oasis. We weren't offered any this time. We were in MTD and only saw the head waiter, waiter, and asst waiter. The drink attendant wasn't there.

I believe the missing ingredient would be kahlua.

Just off Oasis today, we did not buy the new packages. For three adults, we average around $50 a day all together. My husband usually had two beers a day, my daughter and I one $10.00 alcohlic drink a piece. When I get home I plan to post the current drink menus from the various bars on board.

We always do prepaid and never disappointed. I give cash tips for room service and those who really give the WOW services.