truffles2

Thanks, just wondered. We're all addicted :) :) :)

How about you?

I'll take Royal Caribbean any day :)

 

I just saw in your signature that you have 64 under your belt...that's so cool! What's your favorite ship so far?

Like them all:D...altho, some better than others;).

If I had to pick one I'd say Freedom, Allure, Brilliance, Radiance.

Just watched Regent Seven Seas Mariner back out.....looked like hardly anyone on board:eek:. The upper deck didn't have many people at all and couldn't make out any signs of life on the balconys.

Yes?????????????

We stayed there a few years back when it was the Yankee Clipper. At that time I think it was about the ONLY hotel that was directly on the beach. We did not eat there; think we ate at Shula's on the Beach....which was very good (a steak house). Don't know if you ever saw the movie "Where the Boys Are" or not, but some scenes were shot there--most prominently the bar scene with the windows into the pool.

Actualy, I think you are right. I was a little confused. The Home Depot is across from Taco Bell. Thanks for the correction!:)

PS....that is not an unintentional spelling error:p

As an experienced and knowledgeable international traveler I like to be able to pass on the information I gather from my travels. Should you be in Mykonos again the WalMart, as I recall, is just across the street from the Home Depot.;)

Glad you enjoyed it. :)

Are you sure? I thought it was across from Long John Slivers.;)

Oh Dam(rn)M...

 

Meanwhile, back to you, truffles2... what is the average cab fare to the airport? Do you know if it is done by passenger, or trip or some combo of both?

 

I have Port Canaveral experience, but Port Everglades is a totally new experience for me...the Planner-In-Chief.

I made notes after our Dec. cruise because I knew I would not remember the details...here they are:

Debark at 8:00 AM

in cab 8:15

at airport 8:22

$12.90 + tip

That is for two. Probably 3 would be the max that cab could take with luggage.

The above fare was for two of us.

I would suggest two cabs. Lots faster and most likely lots cheaper.

Thanks for the recipe.

Don't feel bad, I thought it might be something similar to Amish bundling.:D

Well, I had to look that up! Learn something new everyday:D.

Or so he says. :) He wanted this shared with you and he claims these lambs, born on Jan 30, as his grandchildren.

 

 

The father is white. The mother is his favorite sheep. He wishes he could be there with them. They will not end up as dinner in his sister's restaurant.

 

Gina

What adorable "kids":p

Karen, just heard from someone on Explorer. Yesterday he posted this ...

 

I am on the explorer as of this posting.Yesterday was such a strange day for sure.

We change course at 3am ast. The announcement came from our " NEW CAPTAIN ". @ 8am

We were later told that the original captain went on vacation , that just seems strange.

 

This morning I got this response to who was in charge ..

We started the cruise with Captain Tore Grimstad and we returned with Henirk Lot

Wonder if this is in any way related to the medical emergency which will cause Explorer to be a day late in returning????

Captain Johnny was not the start up Captain for all Voyager class ships .Captain Svein Pettersen was the Captain for the Voyager. Captain Arnolf Remo was Captain for Adventure ,Captain Leif Otto Bang for the Navigator and Captain Johnney for the Mariner. So it was only one of the voyager class ships.It slips my mind who the Captain was for the Explorer.

 

Tj

Note that it was quoting "Behind the Name Tags"--put out by RCI on the ships when you board:rolleyes:. Of course, it won't be the first time incorrect info has been given out;).

 

Also, would you recommend Bags to Go as our flight home is late in the evening? :)

 

For $20 you can use Luggage Valet from the ship--for flights after 11:30 AM. Works great and they provide your boarding pass also.

Capt. Johnny grew up in Sandnessjoen, a small town off the coast of northern Norway. After completing his military service in the Royal Norwegian Navy, he joined RCI's Song of Norway as an Ordinary Seaman. He later joined the Norwegian Naval Academy to study navigation and ship's handling. After spending time sailing around the globe as a Navigation Officer and Captain on oil, ore, car, and lumber carriers, he returned to RCI and was ultimately promoted to Captain in 1994. In 1998 he was appointed to the position of Start-Up Captain for all of the Voyager class ships. (taken from an earlier "Behind the Name Tags".

Wonder how many people changed cabins today. I know I changed ours early this morning.............:eek:

Maybe instead of a cruise, she should've bought a Delta Faucet. I purchased one several years ago. Recently a part broke. I called up and explained the part, approximately when it was purchased, etc. The person on the other end took down my name, address, gave me shipping times, etc. At the end I asked about any payment. The guy responded "You bought a Delta. It has a lifetime warranty". :) BTW, the part arrived sooner than quoted.

 

Moral of the story: Um...I don't know. Find a cruise with a lifetime guarantee maybe??

We had a similar situation with Delta. Don't you just LOVE it when companies treat you like that! Highly recommend Delta!

i looked through the thread but she's a long one. forgive me if this has been stated already, but Amit told us last week he is leaving Freedom in a couple of weeks, and headed onto the Rhapsody.

Bummer. Amit was great. I want him to stay on Freedom:rolleyes:

There is a Publix shopping center right across the street

http://embassysuites.hilton.com/en/es/hotels/hotelpromo.jhtml?ctyhocn=FLLSOES&promo=walking

Hi Truffles!:) As requested, find a link to the new review in my signature.

 

Jack

Thanks much! Can't wait to read it.

Merry Christmas and Happy Cruising.

Capt. Johnny is correct for Allure. Just got off last week.

Not sure I got the gist of all your posts (I am kind of slow that way), but I was impressed with your story about Cobh.

 

We just got back (Friday) from a really great 18 day cruise through Asia on the Diamond Princess. It wasn't the voyage of the Titanic, but it did have a great deal of history in it - especially Viet Nam. I am working on the "review" right now and should have it posted on the Princess Board tomorrow.

Hope you will come back here and post when it is finished and a link in your signature. Thanks.

74 is great.....for air! For water? it could be a bit cool for me:o

Love this website- Royal cruise this ine is for you or anyone in Fort Lauderdale-Just wondering how cold the ocean is right now? Being from the north east I am sure it is warmer than summer ocean temps in Rhode Island. Just wondering if a quick swim will be in the cards?

Current water temp is 74.

CURRENT CONDITIONS AT FORT LAUDERDALE BEACH

Date/Time:

8:00 A.M. Sunday, December 18th, 2011.

Weather Forecast:

Partly cloudy. Temperature in the high 70s. Winds from the North NW at 10 to 15 mph.

Current Weather:

Mostly cloudy; Air Temperature 65

Marine Forecast:

North NW winds 10 to 15 knots, Chance of showers 0%.

Ocean Water Conditions:

1 to 2

Intracoastal Water Conditions:

A moderate chop.

Air Temperature:

L 65° - H 76°

Water Temperature (Ocean):

74°

High Tide:

1:49 P.M.

Low Tide:

7:41 A.M.

Wind Direction/Speed:

North NW 10-15 mph.

Sea Pests:

None reported at this time

Current Warning Flags:

Green flags. Please remember that the beach is an alcohol-free area for your safety and enjoyment. Thank you for visiting our page and have a safe day.

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