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1 hour ago, JacquiKay said:

 

Let us know where you are so we can drink a champagne toast to you 🍾🍾!

We sailed on the Rotterdam in November. The biggest disappointment was that we couldn’t identify anyone as we were all masked. 😷

You'll find me, as I have a loud Southern accent. My NJ born husband tries to keep me in check, however. He will be the one with the Georgia Bulldog walking cane.

17 hours ago, OceanPatter said:

Wow, your thread has hit more than 28K views! Impressive, as it even exceeds ‘Bill and Mary Ann’s’ world cruise thread. You’ve become a big celebrity! Can’t wait for your final sign-off when your ordeal ends.

Can't tell you how much I appreciate your sharing your ordeal with us. We're hoping to board your ship on Sunday to begin our year of 50th wedding anniversary celebrations, and are, of course, nervous about everything but are determined to try to live a fun-filled life this year. Thanks to your posts, we are making some packing adjustments in case of quarantine. And the news about wine availability addressed my last concern about being quarantined. We are so glad you are not feeling terrible physically and are sending lots of virtual hugs and positive vibes your way. Please let us know when you are released from quarantine jail. Everyone here is cheering for you!

On 11/29/2021 at 1:35 AM, Crew News said:

It is interesting being a menu collector but it all started when a coworker asked me what wa on the menu that I did not eat.  Menu searching has introduced me to a lot of culinary and bar folks making it easier the second time around.  Ii have discovered that many on CC are just as intense at planning as I am.  "Know before you go." 

I am a HAL newbie sailing Jan. 16th on the Zuiderdam. What is your website address? Love reading all your news here!

Can you order wine by the glass in the dining room with the Signature Beverage Package? If no, can you bring a glass of wine into the dining room with you?

I understand the fixed times for early or late seatings. However, I'm confused about Open Seating reservations. Do you have to make those after boarding? How many days in advance can you book your reservation? We will be on a long cruise so want to mix things up a bit.

I have sailed on the Star Clipper and Star Flyer in Greece, Lisbon to Monaco, Caribbean, and a Westbound crossing from Malaga to Barbados. I'd be happy to answer any questions you have. About the ship.

Sailing the Aegean again on a "Mama Mia" cruise at the end of June and repeating the crossing on the Star Flyer again in November. I promise you will love it if you like sailing. The crossing was magical, and I highly recommend it!

Best part about this cruise line is the wonderful assortment of interesting people from all over the world who choose it.

(I've uploaded a few of our favorite activities; climbing the mast, lounging on the bow sprit, and watching the sail maker repair sails.)

Paula

I want to purchase a prepaid data SIM for my unlocked phone before our cruise ship departs Quebec City. Do you know of a cell phone store near the cruise terminal?

Thank you.