http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/-t1.htm Ask your cruise questions here - watch for updates! Thu, 20 Aug 2009 10:37:03 GMT 10 http://illiweb.com/fa/prosilver/site_logo.gif http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/-t1.htm http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/what-to-expect-t48.htm Anonymous Ok, so I have never been on a cruise of any sort before. We don't quite know what to expect, so I have a few questions for you cruise repeaters. What exactly do we have to pay for on board the ship? I would assume if we buy stuff in the shops or the photos that they take of us but other than that I am clueless! Do we pay for massages if we get them or anything like that? Is all the food inclusive no matter where we eat and at no matter for what meal of the day? I just want to make sure we ... CRUISE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS Tue, 05 Feb 2008 01:34:49 GMT http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/what-to-expect-t48.htm#372 http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/what-to-expect-t48.htm http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/what-is-a-low-carb-cruise-t78.htm Anonymous Please forgive me if this has been addressed elsewhere and I just didn't see it, but what is a Low Carb Cruise. I assumed it meant that they didn't serve high carb foods. I found out that isn't the case. Do we need to sign up through the links posted for the low carb cruise or can we just sign up with Carnival Cruise? CRUISE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS Tue, 26 May 2009 21:18:37 GMT http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/what-is-a-low-carb-cruise-t78.htm#810 http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/what-is-a-low-carb-cruise-t78.htm http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/any-concerns-or-queries-over-the-cruise-t87.htm ailsaUK Hi everyone, I remember my first cruise and had lots of things I was worried about before i went. So if you have any concerns please feel free to ask we can help you out no matter how trivial you think it is. I remember my first Cruise being worried that my partner fitted in well I needn't have worried, those of you who know Chris will know!! So come on it's only 198 days to go lets get some communication going here so we can get to know everyone!! That sailing day will be here ... CRUISE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS Thu, 20 Aug 2009 10:37:03 GMT http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/any-concerns-or-queries-over-the-cruise-t87.htm#1093 http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/any-concerns-or-queries-over-the-cruise-t87.htm http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/driving-up-t86.htm kerri
Kerri ]]> CRUISE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS Fri, 31 Jul 2009 15:56:01 GMT http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/driving-up-t86.htm#1058 http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/driving-up-t86.htm http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/2010-jax-transportation-parking-t85.htm Regandy Where is parking for the cruise terminal? The lot is located adjacent to the cruise terminal building, requiring only a short walk. No reservations are required for parking. Parking is $15 per day per passenger vehicle ($60 for a 4-day cruise and $75 for a 5-day cruise), and $25 per day for oversized recreational vehicles ($100 for a 4-day cruise and $125 for a 5-day cruise). An oversized recreational vehicle is any vehicle that takes up more than one regular sized ... CRUISE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS Thu, 30 Jul 2009 16:06:08 GMT http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/2010-jax-transportation-parking-t85.htm#1051 http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/2010-jax-transportation-parking-t85.htm http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/2010-jax-nearest-airport-t84.htm Regandy What is the nearest airport to the cruise terminal? The city's major airport is Jacksonville International Airport (JIA). Located about 12 miles from the cruise terminal, JIA provides non-stop flights to major U.S. cities, including those that serve as international gateways. More than a dozen major airlines and a network of regional carriers provide some 200 daily arrivals and departures at JIA. Jacksonville International Airport is located one mile west of I-95 (exit 363-B). Taxi and shuttle ... CRUISE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS Thu, 30 Jul 2009 16:03:44 GMT http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/2010-jax-nearest-airport-t84.htm#1050 http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/2010-jax-nearest-airport-t84.htm http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/2010-jacksonville-where-is-the-cruise-terminal-t83.htm Regandy Where is the cruise terminal in Jacksonville? In 2003, JAXPORT constructed a 63,000-square foot temporary cruise facility near the Northwest corner of its Dames Point site, bordered by Heckscher Drive and State Road 9-A in Northeast Jacksonville. The facility is open for service. The physical address of the temporary cruise terminal is: JAXPORT Cruise Terminal 9810 August Drive Jacksonville, FL 32226 DIRECTIONS: http://www.jaxport.com/pdf/drex.pdf CRUISE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS Thu, 30 Jul 2009 16:02:39 GMT http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/2010-jacksonville-where-is-the-cruise-terminal-t83.htm#1049 http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/2010-jacksonville-where-is-the-cruise-terminal-t83.htm http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/need-a-cabin-mate-for-2010-cruise-post-here-t61.htm Regandy
You might also post a little about yourself -- age, preferences, smoking or non, snorer / ear plugs, etc. hahahaha]]> CRUISE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS Fri, 02 May 2008 01:24:21 GMT http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/need-a-cabin-mate-for-2010-cruise-post-here-t61.htm#668 http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/need-a-cabin-mate-for-2010-cruise-post-here-t61.htm http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/important-change-in-2010-cruise-new-dates-t79.htm Regandy Well, folks, I have good news and bad news. It was quite shocking for me at first and I have been working diligently to try and come up with a plan. THE BAD NEWS -- I received a call from VTG that Carnival Cruise Line had "filled" the ship we were booked on for March 1st with a large group that basically booked the entrie ship ... they took all the rooms. There was nothing we could do about that...at all. And I tried. So we had a choice to make -- Same date, different port ... CRUISE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS Wed, 03 Jun 2009 13:45:22 GMT http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/important-change-in-2010-cruise-new-dates-t79.htm#839 http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/important-change-in-2010-cruise-new-dates-t79.htm http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/guest-speakers-for-2010-t77.htm Regandy SEE MORE INFO AT -- JIMMY MOORE'S LIVIN LA VIDA LOW CARB Join us for the 3rd Annual Low Carb Cruise sailing out of Jacksonville Florida on March 6, 2010. EVERYONE is invited! GUEST SPEAKERS - UPDATED!: DR. ERIC WESTMAN DR. WILLIAM DAVIS DR. JAMES E. CARLSON JACKIE EBERSTEIN KARLY PITMAN DANA CARPENDER MARH C. VERNON VALERIE BERKOWITZ FRED HAHN TOM NAUGHTON LAURA DOLSON CONNIE BENNETT ANDREW DIMINO CAMEO WATKINS JUDY BARNES BAKER Jimmy says, "PRETTY ... CRUISE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS Thu, 07 May 2009 19:49:58 GMT http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/guest-speakers-for-2010-t77.htm#800 http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/guest-speakers-for-2010-t77.htm http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/women-s-wardrobe-packing-suggestions-t26.htm Regandy FROM THE CRUISE DIVA: Cruise Wear ~ Cracking the Cruise Lines’ Dress Codes by Linda Coffman On Embarkation Day... By the time I take those last few steps and disappear into the ship's hull, I'm taller, blonder, richer, and thinner. Okay, not really, but I feel that way. Cruising is glamorous... just look at the brochures. Those beautiful svelte models are having a wonderful time. Who wouldn't have a great time standing around smiling in chic designer clothes? So, your ... CRUISE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS Fri, 11 Jan 2008 19:27:27 GMT http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/women-s-wardrobe-packing-suggestions-t26.htm#80 http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/women-s-wardrobe-packing-suggestions-t26.htm http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/directions-to-jax-cruise-terminal-t40.htm Regandy http://www.jaxport.com/pdf/drex.pdf]]> CRUISE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS Wed, 23 Jan 2008 04:25:59 GMT http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/directions-to-jax-cruise-terminal-t40.htm#265 http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/directions-to-jax-cruise-terminal-t40.htm http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/who-do-i-contact-for-a-specific-question-t75.htm Regandy xregandyx@yahoo.com

OR you can email our group coordinator:

Sue Hidlebaugh
Group Specialist

shidlebaugh@vacationstogo.com

IF we cannot handle your request by email, I am willing to give you my phone number to exedite an answer for you.]]> CRUISE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS Tue, 07 Apr 2009 19:25:54 GMT http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/who-do-i-contact-for-a-specific-question-t75.htm#778 http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/who-do-i-contact-for-a-specific-question-t75.htm http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/group-booking-vs-individual-booking-prices-t74.htm Regandy From VacationsToGo: I believe it would be a good idea to post something about the difference between bookings into a group vs. lowest individual fare especially since Carnival is advertizing their “early saver” rates which are very attractive but they also come with strict requirements, such as: 1.) A full non-refundable/non-transferable per person deposit is required at time of booking. ($200 per person for a 5-night sailing) 2.) There is a $50 service fee per ... CRUISE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS Fri, 06 Mar 2009 17:44:49 GMT http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/group-booking-vs-individual-booking-prices-t74.htm#777 http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/group-booking-vs-individual-booking-prices-t74.htm http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/when-you-first-get-on-the-ship-t7.htm Regandy ... don't worry about your luggage. It will be waiting for you after the muster. Muster -- look in the closet in your stateroom, grab the life jackets, and go to the designated "muster" station. It's kind of like the "stewardess" speech on an airplane. They will tell you what to do in case of emergency, etc. After muster it will be time to get ready for dinner. USUALLY sometime BEFORE dinner, your luggage will be delivered to your room. You will have time ... CRUISE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS Fri, 11 Jan 2008 02:20:20 GMT http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/when-you-first-get-on-the-ship-t7.htm#18 http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/when-you-first-get-on-the-ship-t7.htm http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/signing-up-for-excursions-t36.htm Regandy FOR INFORMATION ONLY *** Some of this information concerns previous cruises... be sure and scroll down to the area with the most recent dates! I went on the site today and I saw where the excursions have now been posted. You do NOT have to sign up for these if you don't want to. There is PLENTY to do around town, on the beach, and on the ship. Excursions are GREAT... but not mandatory for enjoying the trip! To view them, go to www.carnival.com and register -- you will need your ... CRUISE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS Thu, 17 Jan 2008 15:44:49 GMT http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/signing-up-for-excursions-t36.htm#181 http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/signing-up-for-excursions-t36.htm http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/general-helpful-tips-and-suggestions-t25.htm Regandy If you have cruised before PLEASE feel free to add to this list! Naturally, tap water is always plentiful and free. Why not bring along a powdered drink mix such as Crystal Light for a flavorful and refreshing change? An insulated cup or mug makes it easy to prepare and keep chilled—cabin stewards keep ice buckets filled in passenger staterooms. Or, order up a pitcher of fruit juice from room service. Juices are complimentary and a healthy choice. Bottled was WAS $3.00 a bottle last year ... CRUISE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS Fri, 11 Jan 2008 19:25:18 GMT http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/general-helpful-tips-and-suggestions-t25.htm#79 http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/general-helpful-tips-and-suggestions-t25.htm http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/men-s-wardrobe-packing-suggestions-t27.htm Regandy ~Linda's Cruise Diva Packing List~ Cruise Packing for Men The first question women ask me is, "Will my husband need a tuxedo?" The answer to that lies in part with the gentleman himself. While a tuxedo isn't 100% necessary, it's a refreshing change to see our significant others in their very best bib and tucker. My husband packs his own bags, or at least stages them for me. For a seven day cruise, here are his necessities and some "extras" suggested by cruising ... CRUISE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS Fri, 11 Jan 2008 19:30:49 GMT http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/men-s-wardrobe-packing-suggestions-t27.htm#82 http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/men-s-wardrobe-packing-suggestions-t27.htm http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/food-choices-t8.htm Regandy 1. Dinner in the main dining room is "assigned". Our group will be seated together. 2. Breakfast & Lunch is open for your own choice: -- Lido deck grill (great place for simple grilled meat and veggies) also the place for sodas, juice, coffee, tea, ice, etc. -- Buffet lines in forward restaurant (afternoons feature special meals from different countries) -- Main Dining room for a "sit-down" meal -- 24 hour room service. 3. If you ... CRUISE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS Fri, 11 Jan 2008 02:30:10 GMT http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/food-choices-t8.htm#19 http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/food-choices-t8.htm http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/anyone-coming-from-my-state-city-t39.htm Regandy
As for me, I'm flying!]]> CRUISE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS Tue, 22 Jan 2008 12:20:28 GMT http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/anyone-coming-from-my-state-city-t39.htm#249 http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/anyone-coming-from-my-state-city-t39.htm http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/valuables-security-money-t29.htm Regandy In your stateroom closet there is a mini-safe. You will program your own private security code into it (easy w/ instructions). It is about the size of a large shoebox so you can keep your jewelry and money in there. You don't need money on the ship. You use your "Sail & Sign" card for everything. It is your boarding pass when you go on and off the ship. There are 2 ways it is covered... either secured by a credit card OR by a $200 deposit. They automatically use the ... CRUISE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS Sat, 12 Jan 2008 11:41:50 GMT http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/valuables-security-money-t29.htm#95 http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/valuables-security-money-t29.htm http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/tipping-on-the-trip-t24.htm Regandy Be sure you have a supply of dollar bills handy. Who to Tip The "who" part is easy. It's up to your discretion to tip anyone who provides a service you would like to recognize. This begins as early as your airport check-in. Porters carrying your bags in airports expect a tip. Depending on your city, $1.00 to $2.00 a bag will do. Same thing applies when you retrieve your suitcases at the baggage claim area at your destination; if you use the services of a porter or skycap, ... CRUISE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS Fri, 11 Jan 2008 19:15:20 GMT http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/tipping-on-the-trip-t24.htm#78 http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/tipping-on-the-trip-t24.htm http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/debark-gettin-off-the-ship-t17.htm Regandy This part was the hardest. It was hot and crowded and lots luggage and the stairs were packed and the elevator wasn't working and people and luggage ... whew! Everyone was trying to leave at once... all 2,500 people! My friends had put their luggage out the night before and went up to the Lido deck and sipped ice tea for an hour before they got off the ship. NOOOOO problem. UGH! That is what I am going to do!!! Here are some of what another passenger had to say about it: EMBARKATION/DISEMBARKATION: ... CRUISE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS Fri, 11 Jan 2008 14:48:53 GMT http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/debark-gettin-off-the-ship-t17.htm#39 http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/debark-gettin-off-the-ship-t17.htm http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/general-cruise-etiquette-t11.htm Regandy Cruise Diva's Guide to Good Manners Adhere to the Dress Code—The ship's daily program will indicate the appropriate attire for every evening of your cruise, generally beginning at 6pm. It is inconsiderate to ignore the guidelines and do as you please. Sitting next to someone wearing sweaty exercise clothing in the show lounge or casino is nothing short of unpleasant. Do Not Be a Chaise Hog—Every morning an invisible cadre of passengers piles towels and personal belongings on chaise ... CRUISE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS Fri, 11 Jan 2008 03:04:00 GMT http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/general-cruise-etiquette-t11.htm#27 http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/general-cruise-etiquette-t11.htm http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/internet-access-t10.htm Regandy On the "promenade" deck there is a set of computers. You can buy "time" on them. I bought $15 work of time but barely used it. I did post a couple of times... but I was mostly just too busy. CRUISE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS Fri, 11 Jan 2008 02:56:33 GMT http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/internet-access-t10.htm#25 http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/internet-access-t10.htm http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/gym-spa-working-out-and-scheduling-activities-t9.htm Regandy I got up in the mornings and went to the gym. I LOVED walking on the treadmill looking at the front windows as the sun came up. They have great equipment. IF you plan on using any of the spa facilities be sure to schedule those FIRST THING because they book up quickly. I had the facial and it was unbelievable! Wow. Book early. They also have a full hair salon. Many people make an appointment and get their hair done for the BIG night... book first thing. ... OH ... and on ... CRUISE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS Fri, 11 Jan 2008 02:39:44 GMT http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/gym-spa-working-out-and-scheduling-activities-t9.htm#20 http://lccruise.forumotion.com/cruise-questions-answers-f4/gym-spa-working-out-and-scheduling-activities-t9.htm