theOSU1

Mariner had excellent connectivity in all parts of the ship this past week, not so good with connectivity on the top deck or main theater on Explorer, two weeks ago.

WJ on Mariner for dinner is basic dinner food...but you will most likely find something to your liking. SEEK OUT Chef Amol for any specific food requests and seek out Arif any dining service issues you may need addressed. (both currently onboard) Enjoy dinner at your own pace...

Goodtime Cruisin, That was Giri playing the guitar at the Windjammer entrance, such a great Asst Waiter in the My Time MDR. Thanks for your positive comments for a really hardworking crew member.

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Jo Jo's World is super entertaining (when related to cruises) and Don's Vacations is a go to daily vlog. Certainly is enlightening when you meet these vloggers onboard and you get their real vibe.

Can't wait for the 4/23/23 TA crossing to try out the 2 new water slides!

Myra was the lead bartender in Starquest bar for the Nov/22 TA and previous 6-nighter on Brilliance and was extremely good to the dedicated group that met almost every night. Myra is currently the lead in the R bar and Vintages bar. She will be your best option for any concoction. Sad to report the current lead bartender in Starquest bar is not very friendly and makes poor decisions concerning honoring Diamond vouchers after midnight. His current bar crew is quite unfriendly and not worth tipping.

Just off Jewel today...Lays chips were only available from 9 PM to 1 AM. NO chips from Park Cafe during the daytime hours. (The Park Cafe staff was really good)

I can confirm that the Captain of Explorer has recently met with the crew and outlined Amp improvements that will be undertaken in the mid-January - March drydock. The crew member on Explorer that I was in contact with recently, confirmed the 2 water slides would be installed, for sure. (AWESOME!)

I used my D+ vouchers everyday on Mariner, at JR's for a really good chocolate milkshake (vanilla, chocolate or strawberry available). Made from ice cream on the spot and very, very good. I would get one after 9 PM each night and take it to a show or bar I would go to. Available from noon to 5 PM or 9 PM to 11 PM each day (when they were open). I also could get 50% off ($2.50 off) for milkshakes with a D+ discount, just make sure you are specific which option you want to use. Tip - give your JR waiter a bag of M&Ms as a tip and they will come running to you when they see you!