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Pineapple and/or Mango with Tajin.

On 11/20/2021 at 10:23 PM, Hlitner said:

I am a sandwich lover and there are many that rank among favorites.  But my two that rise to the top of the list is a really good Italian Sub (with peppers) and a decent Cubano.  Having spent over 3 years of my life on cruise ships I will admit to never having had either on a ship.   In fact, I have never had a memorable sandwich on any cruise line :(.  

 

Hank 

The best Cubano I ever had was in Little Havana. There have been many imitators, but none have been it's equal.

A Whatta Burger perhaps??????

We bought two sets of these and have been quite happy with them.

Packing Cubes

As previously noted, travel with booze is a PIA. However, I will add that Jet Bags will make a little less so. They are made for wine bottles, but work fine for similarly shaped bottles.

Thanks BNBR! We are fans of Havana 1957 and came to the same conclusion. We'll into the Padrinos option.

I appreciate the tip. This is quite close to our hotel.

13 hours ago, ldubs said:

 

"Mongo like beans"  😀

 

(Sorry - couldn't resist)

 

 

Thank you Mr. Taggert!!  LOL!

I really enjoy exploring hot sauces of all types, but have never been a fan of Tabasco. I tink I would rather do without than use that,

Any suggestions for Cuban food in FLL? Planning on arrival around 8 P.M. on a Saturday prior to sailing Sunday.

Thanks

1-2 weeks if any. We have a good handle on packing for the most part.

We typically have travel size bottles, but add in full size  for things like sunscreen.

We have taken maple syrup on board without any issues

16 hours ago, Oscar1978 said:

I'd like to hear how you guys have attached your printed luggage tags to your bags. 

 

 

 

 

We ordered some of the tag holders from Amazon for our upcoming cruise. However, in the past we found that folding the printed tags and covering them with clear packing tape made them sturdy enough to survive boarding as long as you aren't stingy with the staples. 

I'm looking for some insight regarding the entrance to Cockleshell Bay. DW has developed some mobility issues and we would like to know if the area from bus/taxi drop off to the beach is a rough surface or very steep. Thanks in advance!

You may want to Google "VRBO" and see if they have any options that fit your needs.

We have been to St. Thomas a couple of times in the past and have used the typical open sided truck (Taxis) to go to the beach. However, since our last trip DW has developed some mobility issues due to RA. She can manage most level ground well enough for short distances, I/we have concerns about her navigating the tall and steep steps boarding the taxis. Would it be possible for her to ride in the cab, or are there other transport options we are unaware of??

Many thanks in advance!

DW and I are both huge fans of the Margaritas at Pancho's Backyard in Cozumel. Smooth, strong, and plenty of flavors to choose from!

3 hours ago, A2Mich said:

 

Live had no problem finding biscuits and “a” gravy.  It was not peppered sausage or sausage gravy.  It tended to be brown gravy made from a powder mix.  If they had offered even just a peppered, white gravy, I could have improvised with some sausage links

I have yet to find a ship that has a passable Sausage/cream gravy.......@$%%$!!!  the american is coming out again! ;-))

My travel go to is the small (13") STM Trust messenger bag.

I have personally yet to see a ship the has a proper grasp on sausage gravy!

I don't know about distribution in your area, but Tortuga is common here locally. You will find a lot of interesting rum across the Caribbean that is far less common. I would encourage you to shop around and possibly splurge for a nice bottle of something with some age to it. (7+ years)

I can't speak for Carnival currently, but after (5) cruises DW and I are over it. We have sailed the Equinox twice recently and find it to be one of our overall favorite ships. You find some kids on the Equinox, but not many. We found the food and service excellent everywhere. Their target demographic is some what older and activities are more of an adult nature.

As always YMMV.............

Of recent days it's a Tequila Collins

15 hours ago, bettyboop16 said:

We were in Miami this Feb. we took a tour with "Art Deco Tours" Walking & Food Tour in Little Havana. We all enjoyed our tour & the tour included lunch at a Cuban Restaurant. We visited Wynwood Walls....quite interesting.

+1 Both are excellent!!