billandsue

Check out this Ulanzi smartphone grip.  It has a number of features, including a threaded tripod mount, bluetooth connectivity, and a built-in flash . . .

https://www.ulanzi.com/collections/smartphone-camera-grip/products/ulanzi-cg-02-smartphone-camera-grip-bluetooth-with-fill-light-3282 

8 hours ago, pierces said:

This was from Last Saturday. Just a nod to the passing of one of the best.

 

R.I.P. Mr. Buffett. Enjoy that cheeseburger when you get to Paradise!

 

 

 

Dave

This image depicts John Denver and Jimmy Buffett playing together at a concert  that never happened.  The two singer-songwriters were friends, and Buffett frequently split his time between Key West and Aspen, which John Denver called home.  Buffett also recorded Denver's song "Rocky Mountain High" with his Coral Reefer Band.  Had the concert depicted in this image taken place, I can easily imagine them singing Denver's ode to Jacques Costeau, "Calypso," which would fit perfectly with Buffett's lifestyle. With their loyal fans, what a concert it would have been. . . Although Denver died in 1997 at the age of 53, this image depicts what I imagine he would have looked like around 2013, at which time he would have been 70 years old.

I'm interested in hearing from those of you who have some experience with images created with Artificial Intelligence programs such as Midjourney, DALL-E,  Adobe Firefly, and others.  Specifically, I would like to know what effect these generative AI programs will have on the future of photography.  I have been experimenting with a couple of AI programs, and have attached below an image generated by Midjourney AI following my prompt to create a highly detailed photographic image of two Macaws in a tropical rainforest.  To be honest, I was stunned by the quality of the image, and would love to hear your thoughts.  I would also love to see any AI images you have created.

Last week, I purchased the Deluxe Beverage Package for $67.99 per person per day.  Today, it was $59.99, so I canceled the previous purchase and repurchased at the lower price.  For a five night cruise in November on Voyager of the Seas, I saved about $100 for two of us.  I haven't seen it lower than $59.99 in several years.

2 hours ago, happy cruzer said:

Still no word when boarding will start.

Guest services said the next cruise will depart this evening around 8:00 p.m.

We're moving now.  ETA in Tampa is 4:30 p.m.

I'm on Serenade, and was told by an officer that once the ship starts moving, it will be four hours before we dock in Tampa.  Add to that the logistics involved in disembarking, luggage, etc., and he told me I would not make my 3:45 pm. flight (which Southwest said has been delayed to 4:30).  They are now serving lunch in the Windjammer, and several bars and pools are open.  Casino is closed.  I feel bad for those who were scheduled to board today.

Does anyone have information on the current entertainers on Serenade of the Seas?  I'm going on a 7-night cruise in November and would like to know who the entertainers might be (bands, comedians, shows, etc).  I realize the entertainment lineup could change between now and November, but would appreciate knowing who the current entertainers are. 

Is this image visible?  It's Freedom of the Seas at Coco Cay . . .

I uploaded this image from Google Photos.  Hope it works . . .

https://photos.google.com/photo/AF1QipNOaLygsKc3TAuh3tKgRpkoxyh2-dt1kAru5cZX

4 hours ago, boeckli said:

 

Despite using two different devices and two different  browsers I still only see many lines of gibberish 

 

I wonder if anyone else can see them? 

Try this

[https://photos.google.com/https://photos.google.com/photo/AF1QipNOaLygsKc3TAuh3tKgRpkoxyh2-dt1kAru5cZX/AF1QipNOaLygsKc3TAuh3tKgRpkoxyh2-dt1kAru5cZX]

4 hours ago, boeckli said:

 

Despite using two different devices and two different  browsers I still only see many lines of gibberish 

 

I wonder if anyone else can see them? 

What browsers are you using?  I uploaded them using Chrome.

6 hours ago, boeckli said:

 

 

I can't see any images, just lots of code ☹️

That's strange, since the images are showing up in your post, where you quote my original post.

Adventure of the Seas at Puerto Costa Maya

Liberty of the Seas at Coco Cay

I also frequently shoot with a bridge camera (Sony DSC RX10 Mark II).  With a Zeiss zoom lens, 1 " sensor and 20.2 mp, I have found the images, such as the one below of the Cliffs of Moher in western Ireland, to be excellent.

Liberty of the Seas docked at Coco Cay

4 hours ago, Ashland said:

Did you compare pricing with Cruise Control? We just used them for our extended family group of 6 including two kids for our Harmony PC late April cruise. 

I know Ace is more expensive.  However, they have over 450 reviews on Trip Advisor with an average 5 stars.  Cruise Control also has an average of 5 stars, but with only about 35 reviews . . .

We are a group of seven, including three children.  We are using Ace Luxury Transportation.  Very highly rated on Trip Advisor . . .

I think that during the day, you can find Blackjack tables with a $5 minimum . . .

Thanks!

Is the Casino open when the ship is docked at Coco Cay?

Adventure of the Seas, Puerto Costa Maya

Beautiful capture, Dave.  Some scenes just beg to be photographed in panorama mode.

I wonder why Sony eliminated the Sweep Panorama feature?  Did they replace it with some other feature?  Do Canon, Nikon, or Fuji include a Sweep Panorama on any of their cameras?

Another Sony Sweep Panorama photo, taken in Kaua'i