"LIVE" from Allure of the Seas / May 22, 2011

[relaxatsea]

Thank you everyone for the quick answers to my question about D+ breakfasts and specialty coffees. I will be heading straight to the CL!

[AF-1]

Never use the Cruise Critic attachment feature. . . Just us any photo editing software (I use MS Office Picture Mgr), and load them to your favorite on line photo gallery. . .Fotki, Webshots, or photobucket. I use my own server.

 

You should use the Photo Test forum on Cruise Critic to try it out.

 

Radio

;);)

 

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Thank you very much

[AF-1]

This is how I post all pics to Cruise Critic.

 

1. All photos are first posted to my Photo Page. (Maximum 800x600. . .if larger -please resize)

 

2. I then begin a CC Post, and click on -POST REPLY-

 

3. I click on the Icon at the top of the Dialog Box that

is titled -INSERT IMAGE-

 

4. I open a photo from my Photo Page, and click on Properties...

 

5. I copy the properties from the photo and paste them into the

box that appears when you select -Insert Image_

 

6. I then click on -Submit Reply-

 

Radio

;);)

 

 

The Sports Pool last night was all lit up !

 

 

 

 

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Thanks Radio, I copied and pasted your directions so I can use it later.

[critterchick]

I hope they don’t add a 15 % tip for self service wine and how do they check for underage drinking if a kid has his mom‘s Sea Pass Card? I don’t see this as a great idea only as a reduced numbers of bar staff.

 

steve

 

Actually, they do, at least they do in Vintages on Liberty. It's built into the price of the glass rather than added as a separate item. So the price for a $10 glass of wine at the bar would be $11.50 in the dispenser.

 

The other advantage for RCI is that the pours are precise, so they don't serve as much per glass as a friendly bartender might.

[Sunkissed Mommy]

Actually, they do, at least they do in Vintages on Liberty. It's built into the price of the glass rather than added as a separate item. So the price for a $10 glass of wine at the bar would be $11.50 in the dispenser.

 

The other advantage for RCI is that the pours are precise, so they don't serve as much per glass as a friendly bartender might.

 

They have these on the Solstice Class ships on Celebrity. You have to purchase a card from the bartender to use the wine "vending machines" lol. This prevents underage drinking.

 

I would assume (although sometimes that's the worst thing we can do) that it works the same on a Royal ship.

Edited May 26, 2011 by smileyperry

[joand452]

Actually, they do, at least they do in Vintages on Liberty. It's built into the price of the glass rather than added as a separate item. So the price for a $10 glass of wine at the bar would be $11.50 in the dispenser.

 

The other advantage for RCI is that the pours are precise, so they don't serve as much per glass as a friendly bartender might.

 

No wonder the amounts seemed so odd. I remember the cheapest pour being $4.80 for 3 ounces.

 

Maybe the 15% is for the maintenance of the machines -- replacing empty bottles, making sure there are clean glasses available, etc.

[Arizona Cruz Chic]

No we're good. . . Thursday, Friday, Sat, Sunday !:D:D

 

I have to stretch out my week. . .:o

 

 

Radio

;);)

 

Oh thank goodness!!! I certainly wouldn't want to short you a day, its gone by fast enough already!!!

 

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[Ocean Boy]

Mark..do NOT touch ANY buttons whilst on the bridge tour!!:D:p

 

AND....we will have to set up a "meeting" in the official meeting place to have a photo tutorial...unless i figure it out by then! lol

 

Lovely photos as always.....

 

If I can find the botton for the ship's horn everyone will be in for a treat.:p

[TITISSA]

If you are a Diamond Plus do you get a separate card for the Concierge Lounge and another card for the Diamond Lounge on the Allure?

[mo&fran]

your room card works in both. one card

[Radio]

Are those sandals I see on your balcony? Have you upgraded from socks and tennis shoes?

Glad to see you are enjoying your vaca!

Dont forget to ck out the kid area for me.

Thx!!

 

I have tons of pics and info ! Rody will love it !

 

 

Radio

;);)

[Radio]

Hello everyone. . . There were a ton of Activities today, and many passengers did the “Lay out in the sun” activity. . .It was a perfect day for it. The sun blazed all day, and the temps were very warm (94F) We had light winds, and it was a very pleasant day.

 

 

I went to another 3D Movie “Megamind”, and I was able to do a little skating in Studio B. I was able to take a few minutes to doze of a little, but I had to wake and go to a Bridge tour at 3PM.

 

1st Officer Henk Toll from the Netherlands was very happy to be on Allure. His last ship was Independence of the Seas, and he loves the new technology that Allure offers. He suggested that even in calm seas, they deploy the stabilizers when the divers are performing for a show. . . They want to make it as safe as possible.

 

I was going to Amber theater tonight to see “Mosaic” but I may go down the the “Radio Friendly” Casino Royale. . .

 

 

Here are a few pics from today !

 

 

Radio

 

 

 

 

The “Morning Rush” Show with Ken Rush played most of the morning.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

It was very hot today , and Mega 4 stayed in the shade.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Many Passengers wanted SUN !

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Does this look safe ? This is the Main Pool (Fwd STB)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Adventure beach was very crowded also. . .(Fwd PORT)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Passengers just hanging out in the Sports Pool (Mid PORT)

 

 

 

 

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Edited May 26, 2011 by Radio

[mpoole3]

I was just thinking today how ready I was to Cruise after the long wedding planning and these pictures in the sun DO NOT HELP!! Looks like a Great Trip!! I am looking forward to your post cruise updates also! :D

[Radio]

Here are a few more. . .I must go to Ritas Cantina !

 

 

Radio

 

 

 

This was the view for all passengers who were in a Boardwalk Balcony

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Zip Line was very popular today. . There were 30 people in line.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A view from the Port side Bridge Wing

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

About 12 passengers in our group were invited to tour the Bridge

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wow. . . We have 5896 Passengers on Voyage 26

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

With Blue skies, and calm seas we just have about 160nm to go for

Cozumel

 

 

 

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Edited May 26, 2011 by Radio

[mo&fran]

When you get home, email me at smith143 at cox dot net, I want to find out more about your gps setup. like your report. thanks. On Oasis in novemaber

[powellzk]

I am loving the pics. I can't wait til my turn in 10 days. Hope the seas are as nice as in the pics. I don't suppose you could shanghai someones teen planner and post pics? Just wishing..... My teens are worried they will miss something since I booked some specialty dining and shows. ('Gee they have to spend time with Mom) :rolleyes::eek::D

[crusingdave]

Radio, could you please let us know who is the Captain?

 

Thanks.

[BecciBoo]

I believe that would be Cpt. Hernan Zini, youngest in the fleet...right Radio?

We met him on the Liberty inaugual season. He is superlative.:D

Edited May 27, 2011 by BecciBoo

[ERTHDOG]

mr radio , pardon me if you already said so , but can you tell me which night is lobster night in the mdr . i have read that it is tonight (thursday) and others that said it was friday (cozumel) night:confused:

 

please shed some light , and thank you very much for another great live review:)

 

dave

[mrsdiznee]

First, I want to say that aim really enjoying your review. Thank you so much for sharing your cruise with us.

 

Did you get an invitation for the C&A event? Is it posted in the Compass? What time of the day was it?

 

Thank you. Enjoy the remainder of your cruise!

[jillyfish]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Does this look safe ? This is the Main Pool (Fwd STB)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Doesn't look safe OR fun. Who wants to stand/sit in the pool? :confused:

[mjm325]

hi Radio! Fantastic review!!!

 

quick question - did you happen to see the Love & Marriage show? My brother and his new wife are on their honeymoon on Allure right now (married 5.21.11) and they were dying to audition! Just curious if they were picked.... Matthew and Aubri... I'd love to know! thanks =)

[jjtt]

Thanks for the GREAT reports and AMAZING photos Radio!!! Hubby and I were on Oasis last year, and this summer my sister and I will be sailing on Freedom!! :D I tried talking her into Oasis or Allure but she wanted to try Freedom. This will be her second cruise. Anyway enjoy the rest of your cruise!! :p

[Luv2Kruize]

Radio, could you please let us know who is the Captain?

 

Thanks.

 

Just off of the Allure Sunday and Captain Zini is the Captain. He is very personable and always has a smile on his face! Don't miss his daily tv show on channel 40 called The Captain's Log, very informative!!! By the way, he said he is 44 yrs old! Did I mention he is easy on the eyes!

[Texas Teen]

Has the Aquatheater been used as a pool at all during your cruise so far? I thought I read during construction that the Aquatheater would be used as a pool sometimes. Those main pools are way too crowded!