CabinBoy2020

Very helpful. Thanks!

I’ll be on Discovery Princess. First time on Princess. On embarkation day, where can I have lunch other than the buffet? Thanks for any tips. Bill

Another idea for the hoi polloi: onion rings or French fries from the Trident Grill (open till 5) and a cocktail from the Cove - Happy Hour to go! Bill

Patty - I did the exact same thing and enjoyed them at home. Waste not, want not!

Homage to Crystal … from Dallas. 😉 The matchbox is from the Connoisseur lounge. Thanks, Ryndam, for your terrific posts. Bill

Thanks for the information. Sounds perfect.

That helps, Greg. I read your Venezia blog. Thanks!

Hi Greg, I love your blog and Cruise Critic posts and marvel at your stamina - including getting the most out of the Cheers package! I don't see any info on your blog about emailing you, so I apologize for this off-topic question. I'll be on a Carnival Journeys cruise on the Miracle soon (SF to Galveston). I recall you've done a couple Journeys cruises. Were they special or different from regular Carnival cruises? There are lots of sea days and I'm just wondering what to expect. Was the demographic older and more sedate (fine with me)? Thanks. Bill

So creative! Mood lighting in the bathroom!

Vince et al -- Did you notice the "mini-shelves" (plastic topped things) over the toilet paper holder and on one side of the vanity? Your top photo shows the one over the toilet paper holder. I thought they were weird. I used the vanity mini-shelf for small items like lip balm. What are they? I did stay for a couple weeks in an Aquamarine on a previous cruise. The closet and bathroom were so lovely and spacious compared to the solo cabins. But I actually preferred the nice sitting area in the solos as compared to the Aquamarine with the sofa directly across from the bed. And not much room between them. But that's another story :) Bill

Vince, Did you try the beef with (if memory serves) a Gorgonzola crust? I don’t eat much meat, but I’ve had this twice and love it. I ordered the always available filet in Waterside one night and was disappointed. The Osteria version was delicious! Bill

Vince - I'm loving your reflections on the Serenity. Keep them coming please. And, it was a complete pleasure to meet and chat with you on board. You are one of the "Crystal-ebreties" I was pleased to meet on my San Diego/Alaska cruise. Hope to sail with you again. Bill

Elegant Serenity crew members watching as we sail under the Golden Gate Bridge last evening. A beautiful day in a beautiful city on a beautiful ship. Bill

Thanks, Patty! I had a moment of panic when I thought I had my boarding date wrong. Maybe I’m getting old (er) ….. Bill

Riding in Uber from San Diego airport to hotel, I was totally surprised to see the Serenity in port today June 23. I board the ship tomorrow. Is Serenity here early or was an overnight always the planned itinerary? Cruisemapper shows her arriving tomorrow June 24. Anyone have news? Bill