GVvicki

Thank you Near PDX. I just requested the recipe for the Stardust Martini.

A few years ago I won a deck of cards onboard that had many of the martini recipes. Unfortunately it didn't have the Toasted Almond but did have the Stardust: 2 oz Grey Goose Vodka, 2 oz Sparkling Wine/Champagne, 1/2 oz Sugar Syrup & Red Grapes. Chilled over ice and strained. Garnish with the grapes. Hmm - sounds good!

We just stayed in Cabin E201 on the Grand. The balcony is extra large (3 - 4 feet longer than usual) and has 2 chairs that can recline, 2 ottomans and a full sized table. It's great! As soon as we arrived we went to check on the promenade to see if people can see in the balcony and they cannot. We could barely see heads go by when we sat there but the reflective glass keeps them from seeing in. It was not an issue at all for us and no one can walk the promenade after it starts to get dark. I am a very light sleeper and any noise from the theater did not disturb me. It was muted as you are above the backstage area rather than the stage or the audience. To us, the walk to the activities in the center of the ship was a plus, given the tendency to eat more than usual on a cruise. We would not hesitate to take this cabin again - love that big balcony!!