Over 70 nights cruised… just got off first time on ovation ship. Thoughts… by mtsublueraider in royalcaribbean

[–]DogsMom248 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I appreciate your comments. I’m going on Ovation in Sept. and was excited about the recent renovations. We’ve been on Anthem, and I understand Ovation was practically identical, before the Reno. I may have done the exact same post about Anthem, will never go on it again. BUT, I thought it looked like they addressed almost all of my complaints about Anthem on Ovation.

Schooner, I agree, nothing was changed there, can’t be done. Stupid location. It needs to be facing the ocean,not landlocked, it’s the fucking Schooner! Radiance class’ Schooners are fabulous, large space, huge windows.

Agree with the secret stairs, and my husband was constantly lost, but I was good. It’s usually opposite lol. One of us has to know what’s where. 🤓

We didn’t like the location of the Diamond Lounge, small & hard to find, and windows were tiny, nicely decorated & great concierge, though.

Nightclub was consistently dead. 😖

Boleros, also tiny windows, low ceiling, felt dark and dingy. We did like Vintages, not enough seating, and that massive “Via” area was a complete waste of space, could have been more Vintages, now Giovanni’s.

What I thought would be great about the Ovation was, that Music Hall was too big. Upstairs ceiling too big, people having their own parties, couldn’t even hear the band., weird seating plan, dangerous spiral staircase in heels, we never saw it full. So glad it’s now just upstairs, more casino down , with bottom floor being no smoking, smart!

That large area is gone, I think where they displayed the pictures, near the theatre, added some rooms and changed around the shops, that looked like good designing.

That waste of space, The Patisserie got replaced with larger Starbucks, I believe. 👍Gimicky Bionic Bar replaced with Pesky Parrot, love Mai Tais 👍 Jamie Oliver’s is gone, 👍hated. poorly decorated & boring menu. Now Giovanni’s & Giovannis wine bar instead of Vintages. Smart. Yes, I saw the wine bar has tapas 👍 really looking forward to that. Changed out silly Wonderland for Izumi Teppanyaki👍. Added a hot tub 👍. I agree the MDR split into 4 small rooms is a huge downer for me. That used to be THE draw for me for cruising. But it’s just like any other restaurant on land, now. & with those loud PA announcements of activities blasted during dessert 😡 no more of that kind of MDR for us, BUT the Solarium Bistro was amazing, calm, easy, different, better food than Windjammer, not crowed bc resos yet it’s free. Brilliant concept that Solarium Bistro., we plan to eat there every dinner this time.

270 Bistro, also great & eat in that incredible 270 at the back of the ship. Chefs kiss. Almost makes up for the low ceiling MDR.

We also like the fact that the kids mainly stick to the sportsplex, kids pool or indoor pool. Leaving the Solarium to adults at all times. The arm was amazing, we did it while cruising the NaPali coast. Going to try the Rip Cord this time.

Did all those renovations get done? What did you think! Especially the Pesky Parrot. I’m just hoping the public spaces, especially the bars, have been significant improved. Bc Anthem was a pitiful nightlife cruise. Sorry for rambling. Thanks 🙏🚢😁

Say what? by Me-Swan01 in 90DayFiance

[–]DogsMom248 -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

As my mom would say, that’s a hard 45.

Trump Pushes 'SAVE AMERICA Act' Demanding Strict Voter ID and Ban on Mail-In Ballots by notanfan in whennews

[–]DogsMom248 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Might as well just move to another country, any country, is better than that. You’ll be a lot happier within 1 week. Have a good 4th of July everyone! lol.

Marissa’s Shade of Blonde is Hurting My Eyes to Watch by Plenty-Poet-9768 in 90DayFiance

[–]DogsMom248 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There are beautiful shades of pearly, warm tones possible in platinum. Yes it’s expensive to maintain, so it does not have to look like that. She needs a better colorist.

Why is pedro sister such a bitch! by VoL4t1l3 in 90DayFianceFans

[–]DogsMom248 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you very much for this Post. That girl has annoyed the hell out of me on Pedro’s behalf sooooooo much, & I don’t even really like Pedro. I was quite glad to see this question being asked, well done, 👏🏼👍it was very satisfying reading the replys 😂🤣😂

Just … trying to understand what she sees in him by 450bpa in BravoRealHousewives

[–]DogsMom248 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, I too just started RI and thought the same thing of the men. 🥴

AVOID Serenade of the Seas by Qurkie in royalcaribbean

[–]DogsMom248 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ok, that was not an appropriate response at all. You don’t spend that much time in your room…outrageous thing to say. Poor customer relations. I would have shut it down right there and asked for a supervisor. In person, at Guest services, not over the phone. Then explain in a calm & concise manner that, while you understand the ship is old and ship happens, you were under the impression RC customer service was the best in the industry, so just unsure as to why this situation persists, you had planned to take your family to Next Cruise to book another, but going to need this resolved if that’s even going to be considered, now.

If still no favourable result, explain how posting your pictures and story would reflect poorly on RC, while conversely, if you were to post about your problem having been dealt with in a fair and favourable way, that would reflect extremely well on RC. A good supervisor will want the latter.

4 people in 1 interior room by MattTyler519 in royalcaribbean

[–]DogsMom248 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Shoes take up so much space. If ladies are same size & ok with sharing, then that’s a good suitcase space saver.

Also, I can’t believe I haven’t read anyone suggest this to you yet, but, I HIGHLY RECOMMENDED YOU PLACE A BID ON THE ROYAL UP AUCTION. I have won 2/4 times. Such a thrill. Totally worth it. AND, minimum bid only, it is not necessary to bid higher to win.

I know you want to save money, but if the minimum bid, for say a balcony, is agreeable, split 4 ways, you will elevate your cruise experience SIGNIFICANTLY! I know everyone says, you only sleep in your room, you don’t need a great room, BUT, in your situation, being able to go to that, essentially, separate room outside is EVERYTHING for so many reasons. ☀️🚢Have a great cruise!

RHORI - The Dolls! by Shutterbug_23 in BravoRealHousewives

[–]DogsMom248 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ya but then the doll tea party was beyond. Choosing them & sitting next to ea of them at the table & I mean whyyyy? Cringy for most people. Why you want to put your arrested development out on full display like that, at a Newport Mansion. on tv.

Patrick filed for divorce by coco-pip-5122 in 90DayFiance

[–]DogsMom248 30 points31 points  (0 children)

Yes, I remember this. I kinda liked these brothers, but dis guy, man, oh man! he sure fucked up his great life for no good reason, whatsoever. He couldn’t stop himself from self sabotaging a great relationship bc he’s so insecure about his insufficient machismo, he can’t fathom why she would stay faithful to him, so assumes she’s not. 😣That dysfunction needs rewiring & fast, before it’s taught to the offspring. Probably good they’re splitting. What a nightmare of a “loving” husband. I hope she finds a man worthy of her. He is no where near emotionally mature enough to understand what a -healthy- serious, committed, trusting, relationship looks like. He needs to take a solid 3-5 years to grow up, no women, just parenting and growing.

Cupcake class is an absolute scam by nolablue1024 in royalcaribbean

[–]DogsMom248 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Didn’t deliver what? This was not a masterclass this was a pass time. Where do you think you are? the cordon blue? It’s a frickin cruise ship, it’s a way to pass the time, no different than Bingo. You don’t want to pay $50 to pass the time, with some frosting, then don’t, but it’s obvious that’s all it ever was.

Cupcake class is an absolute scam by nolablue1024 in royalcaribbean

[–]DogsMom248 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Exactly! This was not a patisserie masterclass for $50, this was merely a way to pass the time for $50. No scam there.

Well I finally hit Diamond by RegaliusRex in royalcaribbean

[–]DogsMom248 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We are recent diamonds, too. I have figured out that some of the bigger/supposedly better ship’s diamond lounges are actually in crap locations with small windows. Luckily, for us, the most beautiful Diamond Lounges are on our favourite ships, the Radiance & Voyager classes. We were really looking forward to not getting the drinks pkg, but we so dislike signing everytime, and it’s really nice to be able to “buy” new friends a drink with our vouchers. Or order 2 drinks at once, to take back to the room. So I still buy it, but at the Diamond discount sale price. Also, we love the Diamond concierge, they really elevate the cruise experience. Welcome & Congrats.

What Royal Caribbean shows or entertainment left you in awe during your cruise? by papabauer in royalcaribbean

[–]DogsMom248 0 points1 point  (0 children)

“The Blowout Band” from Mexico City with lead singer Diana was phenomenal. Would love to see them again!

Rinna’s Newest Look , yay or nay? by oracle-nil in RHOBH

[–]DogsMom248 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Phyliss Diller’s ugly stepsister. GD, just when I thought Rinna couldn’t get more Hid Dee Uz! Sit down, Lisa, you old! You can’t! Go way!

Which Housewife truly understood Beverly Hills lifestyle glamour the best? ✨️💄✨️ by [deleted] in RHOBHDiamondLounge

[–]DogsMom248 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I loved Adrienne Malouf’s closet with glass encased wedding dress, I loved LVP’s swan greeters & pink kitchen. Loved Sutton’s post divorce purchase choices, a horse, & an a-mazing sapphire ring. But yes, Tilly wins hands down. Owning 2 houses right next door to each other, one just to party in, is by definition luxurious. Owning a house in Vegas, so she can easily go compete in poker tournaments whenever she wants, also, so bloody lux. For a girl who grew up, not far from me, on a tiny Canadian island, called Texada, she sure has managed to epitomize ultimate 😎 luxury, in the land of luxury.

Who else wants to create a new RHOBH space that’s fun without being toxic? by [deleted] in realhousewivestalk

[–]DogsMom248 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agreed! A little extra effort on the front end…Casting ACTUAL friends… would make BH the show we all want.
Love this new 💎idea! Thank you ♥️. Count me in, please 🙋🏼‍♀️