EngIceDave

TV news is still Aussie Sky News and BBC headline

FYI, the wifi last two days has been incredibly slow and spotty. I can barely get anything to upload. No idea if it's because the wifi is still basing out of Sydney, AUS or what. Maybe a little too much and too far to bounce of a satellite from here. I assume it'll swap to us based wifi after we stop. The texas hold 'em table is gone in preparation of the craps table installation.

Fog is so thick, the ship is blowing the horn every few minutes. My cabin (deck 8, starboard) is COLD AF Good thing I remembered they keep bedding in the couch thing, pulled out an extra comforter. Mentioned to my room steward and he apologized, saying they are ALL cold.

Popped right up again https://www.usatoday.com/story/travel/cruises/2023/05/01/medical-evacuations-cruise-what-to-know/70170398007/?taid=6450be5af7873a0001bf3c8e

Sorry, it was likely the worst. Saw an article, think it was yesterday about four med evacs over a few ships the last week, and talking about who paid/insurance, etc...see if I can find.

Every casino algo is always ~ avg wager x bets per hour x avg hours played per day Never chase comps Time you play is important because time is on the casino's side. You come into a casino and drop $1000 on a roulette number or in 10-minutes on a high limit slot and walk away, playing no more, they do not want you. You're not "a player." Land casinos, especially in Vegas, the key is time. They want your time. 4 hours a day will get you about everything comped. Because time is on the casino's side

Dear ships log; The crew grows weary as we continue though colder waters and the cold takes over the ship. They seek land, warmth and a banana. I have considered using the vanity stool to build a fire on my balcony for warmth. Today shall be for disembarkation preparation. The crew leader is scheduled to debrief the rest of the crew around midday on this process. Yesterday evening, mail arrived with our freight tags, saving us the need to battle for a low number. Through the grace of God, we received a low #7 signaling a quick departure for my team.

What's above you, exactly?

BTW, realized I haven't mentioned much on the ship's stability. For a ship of this size (smaller than Mega), it is quite stable. Slight rocking, as I type this, it's like a mild shake from side to side, she doesn't really roll from side to side. Feel occasional porpoising in higher seas. Can really see it in the pool, go surfing in it, but don't feel it so much under feet. We are deck 8 midship As for deck 8, directly below lido, then the question is, "what about noise?" I hear a chair drag on occasion, it's not that bad. Not like there's loud music and dancing overhead. Late night, I might hear something roll by on wheels, like a food cart. We are directly below "chopsticks" the Chinese buffet area.

Thanks all. Still a day or so to go, then a day in Seattle to be a tourist The ship is getting colder and colder, its like you can feel the steel getting colder around you. Very odd feeling, at least to me.

Thanks. I'll still be around until I fly home, just thought I'd sum up my thoughts on the ship while on it and also allowing for any Q&A, while I can still get answers.

Getting close to the end and I think I can pretty much give what I call a fair assessment of the cruise itself and the Carnival Luminosa. As for the cruise, this is the longest one for us. Our longest in the past has been 10 days. Biggest issue in the cruise length is the number of days between stops. It feels like it's been 4-5 days between each stop. Just a LOT of days at sea back to back. The ports of call were all beautiful and our tours were awesome. Wish we'd planned something for Moorea in hindsight, but lesson learned. I honestly do not think we will do such a cruise again. 14 days maybe, depending on itinerary. As for the ship. Let's be honest, it's small and sure there are minor issues here and there, but none are the end of the world. The food is "ok," its not great, but it's fine. Breakfast menu has gotten monotonous. It has literally been the same thing almost every day. Still no bananas. If you're not into pool/sunning, trivia or hanging out in a bar, there's not much to do. This ship is a "chill" ship, not an "activities" ship. You just chill, nap, eat, sun, drink, gamble, nap and chill some more. Nothing wrong with it. I think anyone complaining would be people who expected more, such as a mega ship more, with multi choice of everything. That's not what Luminosa is. This is pretty much "old school" cruising from not too long ago. There's no show in the sky. No one flying or diving of high platforms. Shows are straight stage shows. Singers are standard lounge acts. Casino is small, and is busy. There is no non-smoking area in the casino, but smells never bothered me unless sitting next to me. No craps, supposed to be installed soon. I'd look at the ship like this...it's really just 4 decks, everything else is cabins. Deck 2 is theatre at front, then an open dance area used for trivia and has TV's for VERY limited sports, then casino, CS and atrium bar at center and MDR aft. Deck 3 is theatre at front, a small comedy lounge, then the Java Cafe and candy shop, then shopping to midship and Pixels pictures takes up both sides. Alchemy is tucked in on one side. Deck 9 is Lido, pool and spa Deck 10 is rest of spa and mostly open decks Thats it! It's an older ship in the way older ships were before the mega monster ships. It's not dirty and doesn't look unkept. I see people cleaning and painting constantly. Sure, it has occasional mechanical issues like toilets being messed up, but from what I have seen, everything gets resolved quickly and with a smile. If you must be entertained every minute of the day, you probably won't like the Carnival Luminosa. If you like to just relax, hang out in a bar, get a tan and maybe swim, you'll love it. Of the ships I have been on, it's the most "adult" feeling because it lacks waterslides, roller coasters and such. Luminosa is the relaxer's cruise ship.

Anything less than 7 days you'll hate Sorry, not sorry. Just how it is. "You know, these kids today" But they do bust out and party hard. Loud, boisterous and "active" until late night.

We've sailed about 7400nm

You're going to cancel a cruise because the optional cash price of the lobster roll increased? OK

Since Hawaii, the weather has certainly turned much cooler. Like a whole different feel outside....

Steakhouse

Some menus

The way the ship looks is a reflection on you in someway? Those people in Cozumel be goin' "Oh man, here comes Koda's mom on that ugly ship, shame." LOL

Final day surprise

It is cool outside.....but.....uh......not that cool

This is the room service menu, complete

Something I have never had an issue with until this trip, they must have one HECK of a dehumidifier for these cabins. Every night I wake up a few times to sandpaper tongue and mouth. So much so, now my tongue feels split and have a little more. Never had that issue before, and coming from Florida, not something I am used to. I have read some travel with a humidifier and never understood why until now Seas have calmed, winds have died down

Was not installed in Hawaii Can only guess in Seattle. I will keep looking for clues.

Several did so. Some also got off in Tahiti for the night, ferried to Moorea and got back on next day.