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Hi all. We just booked Explorer of the Seas for 4-15-23 while we were onboard Symphony of the Seas. Next Cruise manager stated EOS would not be amplified during dry dock, so no new restaurants. I hope she is wrong and they add Playmakers, but even El Loco Fresh or other quick, free dining option would be great. Still wondering if we should stick with EOS or choose something else. We have only done Oasis class over the last 5 years and really like the variety. It’s a free cruise with Casino so no penalty for cancelling. 
Hoping the EOS comes out of dry dock with some better than expected upgrades. 
 

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On 7/26/2022 at 8:02 PM, robmtx said:

Yea I was kinda expecting Allure's AMPing to be announced in line with it hosting next President cruise.

Woah, everyone needs to slow down. The equipment and fittings for EOS have been in storage for over 2 years. The equipment is specifically for Explorer. I'm worried this message threat is now disinformation. I'm not saying I know what will be added but saying there is no amp of any kind isn't true at all. Posts show the Slides, the Ship under heavy constructions. Rugs, Carpeting, Slides, you name it. 6 weeks in Dry Dock is exactly the time it takes. So maybe not all the frills, but it's getting a great refresh regardless. 

On 7/26/2022 at 6:16 PM, Airbear232 said:

I really hope they don’t mess up EOS like they did Navigator.  I love the gym on the Explorer, good size with steam room and sauna included.  Navigator’s gym was moved from fore to aft, greatly reduced in size, change rooms, sauna and steam room all gone.  For me, HUGE DISAPPOINTMENT.  Please save EOS from this horrible fate!

You're saying they eliminated showers and ability to change on a Cruise ship? That's shocking 🤷‍♂️

 

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6 hours ago, nascartony20fan1 said:

Hi all. We just booked Explorer of the Seas for 4-15-23 while we were onboard Symphony of the Seas. Next Cruise manager stated EOS would not be amplified during dry dock, so no new restaurants. I hope she is wrong and they add Playmakers, but even El Loco Fresh or other quick, free dining option would be great. Still wondering if we should stick with EOS or choose something else. We have only done Oasis class over the last 5 years and really like the variety. It’s a free cruise with Casino so no penalty for cancelling. 
Hoping the EOS comes out of dry dock with some better than expected upgrades. 
 

Gotta love how people on free cruises want the world!

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On 2/19/2023 at 9:04 PM, fredmdcruisers said:

Gotta love how people on free cruises want the world!

If you were so lucky to choose from free cruises every month, available on every ship, you would want to choose the best ship and itinerary. I’ll let you know how fun my second and third cruise are on Wonder of the Seas this March and May. Unless you have information on EOS, you can keep your snarky comments to your self. 

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13 hours ago, nascartony20fan1 said:

If you were so lucky to choose from free cruises every month, available on every ship, you would want to choose the best ship and itinerary. I’ll let you know how fun my second and third cruise are on Wonder of the Seas this March and May. Unless you have information on EOS, you can keep your snarky comments to your self. 

How much money do you have to spend in casinos every month to get this number of free cruises?

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On 2/19/2023 at 3:02 PM, VDawgAndVan said:

 

You're saying they eliminated showers and ability to change on a Cruise ship? That's shocking 🤷‍♂️

 

I can't speak to Navigator, but none of the Quantum class ships has a locker room - no showers, no changing area, no nothing. I'm thinking that you could never get away with that at any land-based gym. And I think this is a trend, I understand that the locker room facilities on Oasis class ships are also very limited.

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On 2/21/2023 at 10:37 AM, Saab4444 said:

How much money do you have to spend in casinos every month to get this number of free cruises?

There is no set amount of money. Once you have gambled once on a cruise and accumulate 800 points you get a free cruise, 2500 points is choice level and 25,000 points is signature, and so on upward. Works like land based casinos with yearly tier credit and status. Points add up over a year. They randomly send lists of free cruises weekly that you have to choose by a certain date. I don’t have unlimited travel time, so from the free choices, I would like to pick the best option for me. Back to your question, the $$ spent to reach 800, 2500, 25,000 etc if you don’t win at all, I think is  $5 for 1 point. Which is a ton of money to spend, but if you like gambling and spend the winnings, $100 or $1000, you quickly reach 800 for a free cruise. 2500 points gives you free drinks in the casino for the year. 25,000 points gets free internet in addition to drinks. Points add on for a year and guarantee you one free 7 day cruise a year in addition to the offers mailed/emailed throughout the year. They like to fill cruises to capacity with gamblers. If you’re smart, you can go on many cruises for way less than the cost of paying for them. 

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3 hours ago, nascartony20fan1 said:

There is no set amount of money. Once you have gambled once on a cruise and accumulate 800 points you get a free cruise, 2500 points is choice level and 25,000 points is signature, and so on upward. Works like land based casinos with yearly tier credit and status. Points add up over a year. They randomly send lists of free cruises weekly that you have to choose by a certain date. I don’t have unlimited travel time, so from the free choices, I would like to pick the best option for me. Back to your question, the $$ spent to reach 800, 2500, 25,000 etc if you don’t win at all, I think is  $5 for 1 point. Which is a ton of money to spend, but if you like gambling and spend the winnings, $100 or $1000, you quickly reach 800 for a free cruise. 2500 points gives you free drinks in the casino for the year. 25,000 points gets free internet in addition to drinks. Points add on for a year and guarantee you one free 7 day cruise a year in addition to the offers mailed/emailed throughout the year. They like to fill cruises to capacity with gamblers. If you’re smart, you can go on many cruises for way less than the cost of paying for them. 

If not for the smoke... 

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3 hours ago, nascartony20fan1 said:

There is no set amount of money. Once you have gambled once on a cruise and accumulate 800 points you get a free cruise, 2500 points is choice level and 25,000 points is signature, and so on upward. Works like land based casinos with yearly tier credit and status. Points add up over a year. They randomly send lists of free cruises weekly that you have to choose by a certain date. I don’t have unlimited travel time, so from the free choices, I would like to pick the best option for me. Back to your question, the $$ spent to reach 800, 2500, 25,000 etc if you don’t win at all, I think is  $5 for 1 point. Which is a ton of money to spend, but if you like gambling and spend the winnings, $100 or $1000, you quickly reach 800 for a free cruise. 2500 points gives you free drinks in the casino for the year. 25,000 points gets free internet in addition to drinks. Points add on for a year and guarantee you one free 7 day cruise a year in addition to the offers mailed/emailed throughout the year. They like to fill cruises to capacity with gamblers. If you’re smart, you can go on many cruises for way less than the cost of paying for them. 

Thank you for the best explanation I've ever read!!

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9 hours ago, nascartony20fan1 said:

There is no set amount of money. Once you have gambled once on a cruise and accumulate 800 points you get a free cruise, 2500 points is choice level and 25,000 points is signature, and so on upward. Works like land based casinos with yearly tier credit and status. Points add up over a year. They randomly send lists of free cruises weekly that you have to choose by a certain date. I don’t have unlimited travel time, so from the free choices, I would like to pick the best option for me. Back to your question, the $$ spent to reach 800, 2500, 25,000 etc if you don’t win at all, I think is  $5 for 1 point. Which is a ton of money to spend, but if you like gambling and spend the winnings, $100 or $1000, you quickly reach 800 for a free cruise. 2500 points gives you free drinks in the casino for the year. 25,000 points gets free internet in addition to drinks. Points add on for a year and guarantee you one free 7 day cruise a year in addition to the offers mailed/emailed throughout the year. They like to fill cruises to capacity with gamblers. If you’re smart, you can go on many cruises for way less than the cost of paying for them. 

Very good explanation.  The only update I have is the 2500 point level is Prime, not Choice.   You get Choice when you sign up for the program.   I'm currently Prime and have 1 more cruise in 2 weeks on the Explorer before the calendar resets.  They calculate your points from Apr-Apr.  If you are a gambler you can get to Prime in 1-2 cruises.  People who play Slots get there faster.  And the drinks alone make it worth it.  I haven't bought a drink package since I reached Prime for the first time.  I don't think I'll ever reach Signature, I don't cruise enough but I have met Signature players in the Casino.  And the cruises are free, usually inside cabins, but you can upgrade to any room for the difference.

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On 2/23/2023 at 10:20 PM, tcneal said:

Very good explanation.  The only update I have is the 2500 point level is Prime, not Choice.   You get Choice when you sign up for the program.   I'm currently Prime and have 1 more cruise in 2 weeks on the Explorer before the calendar resets.  They calculate your points from Apr-Apr.  If you are a gambler you can get to Prime in 1-2 cruises.  People who play Slots get there faster.  And the drinks alone make it worth it.  I haven't bought a drink package since I reached Prime for the first time.  I don't think I'll ever reach Signature, I don't cruise enough but I have met Signature players in the Casino.  And the cruises are free, usually inside cabins, but you can upgrade to any room for the difference.

Yes. You are right. It is Prime, not Choice @ 2500 points. As a Signature, I am offered balconies with an occasional Jr Suite or ocean view in the mix. But you are right about royal up. You can always bid for something better. 

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1 hour ago, nascartony20fan1 said:

Yes. You are right. It is Prime, not Choice @ 2500 points. As a Signature, I am offered balconies with an occasional Jr Suite or ocean view in the mix. But you are right about royal up. You can always bid for something better. 

At Prime, my offers are usually Interiors and OV, with the occasional balcony.  We usually pay a small amount to upgrade directly to balcony at booking, so it's much easier than Royal Up.  If we want something beyond balcony, we usually try Royal Up.  Have only been successful once.

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On 2/19/2023 at 2:17 PM, nascartony20fan1 said:

Hi all. We just booked Explorer of the Seas for 4-15-23 while we were onboard Symphony of the Seas. Next Cruise manager stated EOS would not be amplified during dry dock, so no new restaurants. I hope she is wrong and they add Playmakers, but even El Loco Fresh or other quick, free dining option would be great. Still wondering if we should stick with EOS or choose something else. We have only done Oasis class over the last 5 years and really like the variety. It’s a free cruise with Casino so no penalty for cancelling. 
Hoping the EOS comes out of dry dock with some better than expected upgrades. 
 

Agree with you, another included food option like an El Loco Fresh would be great!   But, it looks like they had only more pay extra venues planned.  Going on Explorer next month.  Surprised she has fewer included food/snack options than Radiance.  Thanks!

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9 minutes ago, sharonlacey said:

My daughter and her son is really glad they added the slides, more for teenagers to do.  Glad about the carpet but by the time we get on it will be old, April 5, 2023, lol,

 

 

 

 

 

 

Yes, perfect for younger cruisers. But they were painting and replacing carpet when we were on in Jan B3B. So wondering why the drydock. 

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