I am sorry for being so late getting back to my own thread. I had about 700 pictures to edit and print, my mouse finger really hurts!
We did not rebook on board, although we are now kicking ourselves for not doing so. This trip was really more wonderful than the first, and I hadn't believed that to be possible.
Jacksmom, we didn't do any shore excursions, so I can't help with that. I will say that, now that I have taken my parents on shore in Nassau, I doubt seriously if we will even get off the ship next time.
Mommasita, we definately noted the service on the comment cards. It was really strange. I think they really just hated each other. They never talked, therefore coordination of service was the problem. We were usually one of the first tables seated and one of the last to leave. I personally wouldn't have really minded, but the long dinners were a bit hard on my kids. They got REALLY bored.
And Math, we were in adjoining secret porthole cabins, 5522 and 5524. They were absolutley wonderful! The food was outstanding, although I didn't notice huge changes from two years ago.
Pirate night was a blast (literally). We had had t-shirts made up, and those got the attention of several crew members, and even our cruise director. Because we read these boards religiously, we knew some of what to expect and were watching for Captain Jack Sparrow. We wound up right beneath where he started across the deck, and when he came out, we spoiled the surprise for those around us by waving at him. Oh well!
All I can say is...I wanna go back...and my nose hasn't even stopped peeling yet.