Random Hits and Misses from 1/5/19 Symphony OTS

[JerseyGem]

First- many more hits than misses! We had a great cruise.  However, there are a few things we did not know before hand that might help future cruisers.  You all may already know them, but we hadn't cruised Royal in almost two years, and this was our first Oasis class ship.   

The Symphony docks on her starboard side every time except once a month when they are required to lower the starboard life boats.  (From the Captain at his talk)
There's no clothesline in the shower.  Instead there are two small hooks under the controls.
A small part of the bathroom light stays on when you turn off the light- a perfect nightlight. 
Paper straws are available when requested.  Some complained; I thought they were fine.
Wonderland's Happy Hour: the 2 for $13 is only available for their four signature cocktails. 
Hooked lunch is $15 per person.  The oyster appetizers (6 raw or 6 baked with assorted toppings) were great.  Crab cakes were so-so.  We sat at the railing overlooking the Solarium     Bistro- rather noisy.  Ask for the sides of the restaurant  if you want some privacy.
Cabin walls are metal, so magnets worked well to hold up caps, papers, etc.
Ice buckets are only supplied when requested.  
DH uses a C Pap.  There was an outlet right by the bed (no need for extension cord).
Solarium Bistro- you order your omelet from the waiter standing near the omelet station and are given a number for your table.  They'll bring it to you when ready. 
All the shows were great. As always mentioned on CruiseCritic: make ressies ahead of time! 

Theater seats in the upper balcony seemed to be a little reclined.  Be careful if you're sleepy- much too comfortable.  

For Flight : sit in 6th to 8th rows, center.
Due to "technical" problems AquaNation didn't run at all (if offered, do it early in the cruise- don't wait until last days).
We had cabin 8140- OV balcony- a perfect location convenient to Central Park but quiet. I'd book it again. 

[Ralphinsc]

Thanks! Great info! on the Symphony in two and a half months!