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OP, sorry for the headache - this would frustrate me, too. I'm happy to report that on my one Carnival cruise from Baltimore, they did board in order.

We just sailed on the Pride on 8/16, first time on Carnival, and I'm so glad we were able to purchase FTTF. It was worth it to me for getting through the security and check-in, having the room ready as soon as we boarded, tendering in Half Moon Cay, and visiting guest services.

It wasn't available several times when I tried to purchase, but eventually it was. I've read on these boards that they release passes in increments so keep trying.

Just sailed on the Pride a few weeks ago, 8/16. I believe smoking areas were casino bar, deck 3 aft, deck 10 forward and deck 9 by the forward pool. I'm not a smoker, but my dad is and husband occasionally.

I witnessed glares and indirect passive-aggressive comments from some smokers who were upset to see non-smokers sitting in any of the seats on deck 9. I understand smoking areas are scarce, but didn't think non-smokers were barred from using those seats. On a full ship, seating is tough on sea days.

Curious if other smokers feel slighted to see non-smokers sitting in a smoking area.

Thanks! It looked like an earlier poster was saying you could avoid gratuity by purchasing online. We'll look for the sales table when boarding tomorrow.

I tried googling Cruise the Vineyards, but didn't see an option to purchase before cruising. It looks like you can only purchase on board, correct?

Curious about your ports and what you did at each stop if you have Freeport, Half Moon Cay or Grand Turk.

Thanks!

22 days until our first Carnival cruise on the Pride - looking forward to relaxing. :)

Ha! 7150 will be our room in October. RSLeesburg - maybe it should have it's own FB page. :p

Our first cruise with Royal was last August. When I called to book it (directly thru Royal), I was asked if there was a special occasion being celebrated. I mentioned our wedding anniversary and she noted it on our booking.

When we got to the room, there was a single sheet of paper that listed several deals/discounts for us in honor of our special occasion. I know there was one regarding the art auction and one for the airbrush tattoo...I can't remember the other offers, but we only used one - a free bottle of house champagne, which we redeemed with our dinner in Chops.

I thought it was nice of them.

I'll be on Enchantment in a few months, aft JS 7672 - can someone tell me if the balcony has carpet? I can't tell from some of these pictures and it looks like different ships have different floor coverings.

Thanks!

Just booked yesterday - 141 days until Enchantment 8-night to Bermuda, Boston & Newport. This is our second cruise overall, first time with RCCL. We booked a JS aft on deck 7.

August 9 can't get here soon enough. Already thinking we'll book an Oct. 2013 Canada/New England cruise, also. :)