***Live from the Legend Athens-Mumbai***

[Host Dan]

 

If I am one of the people you are commenting on by this post, I dont think I "dissed" seabourntraveller in any way. I "dissed" the type of people who it is apparent sail on the Seabourn cruiseline. Yes, I certainly have read it all, I have read a lot of the luxury boards recently as we are planning on taking a cruise sometime later this year. I have also noticed who many of the long term Seabourn passengers are, and am horrified that they also think these happenings are so humerous. Its like reading the pages of a trashy womens magazine, and all the other women cant wait for more gossip and voyerism. I really would love to know what Seabourn thinks of it all. Does anyone from Seabourn actually take part in this board? I know there is at least one board where a staff member contributes. This report has lost Seabourn at least one passenger, not that, that probably worries them too much in the scheme of things. We never travel during school vacations, so children aboard is not a concern to us, but the type of other passengers is certainly a very big concern. On a small ship, even a dozen badly behaved people will effect the ship, seems there are a lot more than this on Seabourn. Must say I havent read anything like this so far on the other luxury boards, but I will keep reading. Thanks for all the warnings.

I must tell you, some of the passengers written about on this travelogue are anomalies not the norm. (Thats the real reason everyone is getting a kick out of this!)

 

Host Dan

[electra2008]

Do not worry Very few people know or bother with these sites!

They are most likely just enjoying themselves somewhere else. Not like us sad sacks with nothing to do but post into the ether. So do not worry there will be lots of normal fellow passengers. I have only been on "cheap" cruises before and had a great time on them. I am looking forward to ours later on in the year, it will be a good chance to see if twice or possibly three times the cost is worth it. Also you could meet someone on this site arrange to meet up and think how can I get rid of these people;) Do not let other people make you go down another path, sea lane. Have a nice day

[Martita B.]

Dan

You are so right ~"we" are getting a kick out of reading reports of the passengers, who are normally not aboard a Seabourn vessel. In eleven years of sailing Seabourn (approx. 3 times yearly) I can count on one hand guests whom I thought selected the wrong cruise line. And only once,years ago, was a passenger really rude to me (a gentleman who enjoyed overdrinking and being obnoxious to everyone) The guests that sail Seabourn are kind, thoughtful, socialable and well seasoned travlers/sailors. I've made lasting and life-long friendships ~meeting wonderful people, from all walks of life, while sailing Seabourn Yachts ~I'm sure many CCer's have made these same friendships.

I will continue making bookings on Seabourn ~as I enjoy both the "water and the dirt!" And who would want to stay in Texas all the time?:confused:

Seabourntraveler ~ I'm waiting to hear of the fabulous Galley Market Luncheon ~I hope the Staff and Crew receive several standing ovations, when they have been introduced:D

Happy Trails and Sails to all ~

Martita B.

[Seabourntraveller]

WOW! I go to bed for 6 hours and look at how busy you all have been!:D

[Seabourntraveller]

Everything that Seabourntraveller has stated occurred on the Legend from Dec. 2-Jan. 3 is factual. All I did is add some clarifying information....Actually the Dutch Heathens were worse than he portrayed, but that is best left alone. As stated, loved the cruise, loved the crew, loved the ship. The moon and stars must have been in a strange configuration during the latter part of our 32 days....some of the cast and characters who found their way to the Legend will certainly be "Legendary" to those who sat back and watched the "production" unfold. Happy sailing, Seabourntraveller (next time could you leave your Dutch cohorts and dippy grandfather at home? lol).

 

By the way, I was on the "A Team" and" Legendary Legends" that won triva on both segments. Yea, for us. Proud owner of a tote bag and a wooden box. I went for the popcorn and cookies, the questions were secondary.

 

Was Holly and Ann on the "A Team" with you?

[Seabourntraveller]

Everything that Seabourntraveller has stated occurred on the Legend from Dec. 2-Jan. 3 is factual. All I did is add some clarifying information....Actually the Dutch Heathens were worse than he portrayed, but that is best left alone. As stated, loved the cruise, loved the crew, loved the ship. The moon and stars must have been in a strange configuration during the latter part of our 32 days....some of the cast and characters who found their way to the Legend will certainly be "Legendary" to those who sat back and watched the "production" unfold. Happy sailing, Seabourntraveller (next time could you leave your Dutch cohorts and dippy grandfather at home? lol).

 

By the way, I was on the "A Team" and" Legendary Legends" that won triva on both segments. Yea, for us. Proud owner of a tote bag and a wooden box. I went for the popcorn and cookies, the questions were secondary.

 

I didn't play Team Trivia once in 44 days....although I saw how packed it was all the time and we could tell when Trivia was over as people would file into the Veranda Cafe after 1:00pm each day.

[MsMermaid]

 

If I am one of the people you are commenting on by this post, I dont think I "dissed" seabourntraveller in any way. I "dissed" the type of people who it is apparent sail on the Seabourn cruiseline. Yes, I certainly have read it all, I have read a lot of the luxury boards recently as we are planning on taking a cruise sometime later this year. I have also noticed who many of the long term Seabourn passengers are, and am horrified that they also think these happenings are so humerous. Its like reading the pages of a trashy womens magazine, and all the other women cant wait for more gossip and voyerism. I really would love to know what Seabourn thinks of it all. Does anyone from Seabourn actually take part in this board? I know there is at least one board where a staff member contributes. This report has lost Seabourn at least one passenger, not that, that probably worries them too much in the scheme of things. We never travel during school vacations, so children aboard is not a concern to us, but the type of other passengers is certainly a very big concern. On a small ship, even a dozen badly behaved people will effect the ship, seems there are a lot more than this on Seabourn. Must say I havent read anything like this so far on the other luxury boards, but I will keep reading. Thanks for all the warnings.

 

Perhaps a private chartered yacht would be more suitable for you.

[Roxburgh]

 

Perhaps a private chartered yacht would be more suitable for you.

 

I would not go quite that far ....... but, for the benefit of Diaw

 

But a lot of people on this Board have sailed with Seabourn multiple times. Bad behavior really is very very rare always assuming you are even aware of it. But, on a ship with a couple of hundred passengers there is always a risk. On larger ships the risk is higher. Sadly, there are people out there who do not know how to behave and you find those kind of people in every income bracket. Thus, some of them can afford luxury cruises. That risk is no higher on Seabourn than it is on any other cruise line. And you know the old saying .... add alcohol, instant ********.

 

We were on the Quest Maiden last June and there were - gasp :eek: - children and -bigger gasp :eek::eek: - some adolescents on board. That is a risk you take when you cruise during a holiday period. The children were actually not that bad ... but, from time to time, they behaved like children :eek: If you are aggravated by the mere presence of kids then maybe a private yacht is best. The adolescents were great. They did not want to hang out with adults and we did not want to hang out with them. The solution, of course, is not to cruise during a holiday period.

 

I will be on Seabourn Odyssey in 27 days (but who is counting). It will be my fifth Seabourn cruise. Being born and bred in Scotland (pace Fairbourne), trust me, I do not drop $20k for a cruise if I think it will not meet my expectations.

[Seabourntraveller]

Day 44: At Sea, Enroute to Singapore

 

Good morning from the Legend on this the last day before we disembark tomorrow morning in Singapore. :( We just finished having breakfast as usual in the Veranda Cafe. At 9:00am there wasn't an empty chair inside or outside. It would appear not many people are using the Restaurant and also Room Service for breakfast adding to the pressure of the crew in the Veranda Cafe. I had a very light breakfast with only coffee, jus a yogurt and croissant since we have the Galley Market Lunch later thsi afternoon.

Weather today is completely cloudy and overcast and current temperature of 26C or 78F. Not a day to be suntanning in the "Garden" on deck 5. The seas are clam today with hardly any swells at all and are cruising currently at 12 knots.

 

A lot going on today onboard on our last Sea Day onboard the Legend before disembarking tomorrow morning:

 

9:00am Beginner Bridge in the Card Room

10:00am Intermediate Bridge in the Card Room

11:00am Enrichment Lecture: "South East Asia in the Crossroads of History" in the King Olav Lounge

12:15pm Team Trivia Challenge in the Midnight Sun Lounge

12:30pm Galley Market Lunch in the Restaurant

2:00pm Duplicate & Social Bridge in the Card Room

2:30pm-5:00pm Wii Set Up in the King Olav Lounge

3:00pm Gold Putting with Adam by the Sky Bar

3:15pm Free Texas Hold'em Tournament in the Casino

4:00pm Afternoon Tea in the Midnight Sun Lounge

 

More to come from the Legend later today enroute to Singapore.

[Seabourntraveller]

>" I had an amazing Angel Hair Pasta with Salmon in a cream sauce that was done to perfection. "

 

I have had that dish on my last two cruises and tried to get the recipe. Guess it's a state secret. Certainly delicious. Would love to make it at home.

 

As promised JaneBP!...If you only knew what it took to get this "secret" receipe from Chef Martin!

 

Pasta al Salmone! Angel Hair Pasta with Salmon (Serves 6)

 

Ingredients:

 

1lb of dried pasta

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

1 tsp finely chopped garlic

2 tsp finely cut shalottes

1 cup of white wine

salt and freshly ground black pepper

1/2lb smoked salmon strips

1 cup heavy cream

2 tbsp shredded fresh basil

 

Preparation:

 

Put the Loive oil, garlic and shallots in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook until the garlic lightly changes colour. Then add the White Wine and season with salt. You can prepare the sauce ahead of time up to this point and refrigerate or even freeze it.

Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan or pot, add 1 tablespoon of salt and drop in the pasta at once, stirring well.

Return the skillet with the cream sauce to a medium-high, cook over a medium-high heat until the cream has reduced by half. Stir in the basil and salmon strips then season with cracked pepper and salt, remove from the heat.

When the pasta is cooked al dente, drain it and toss it with the sauce, taste for salt and pepper. Serve hot with a drizzle of basil oil as garnish.

Pasta Choice: Penne, Farfalle

 

...Enjoy cooking at home... signed Chef Martin, Seabourn Legend.

 

Thanks to Michael the Maitre'd for hunting down this most tasty dish we have had onboard the Legend. ;)

[redheadednancy]

Well I had to go to tea time to see what gramma cake was. So funny, one of the first things I learned to cook over 50 years ago..it was cinnamon strudel pecan coffee cake. We did it in a bundt pan, made half the ingredients, put in bundt pan and then added brown sugar and butter and pecans and cinnamon and drizzled that and then added the rest of the flour/butter/sugar recipe and then put on top the rest of the brown sugar/cinnamon/pecan combination and baked. I think the title is appropriate since I am a "gramma" now. This is what they serve in Observation Deck for tea time Seabourntraveller, if you want the recipe, let me know and send email or email me at nancy@arnettonline.net and I'll send you the recipe when I get home. I guess the classic recipes never go away!

[JaneBP]

Thanks for the recipe! I didn't think it would be too complicated. But it was delicious. Will try and make it soon. I have home grocery delivery, so won't be popping out tomorrow for the fixings, but soon. Thanks again!

[seabournfan]

 

I would not go quite that far ....... but, for the benefit of Diaw

 

But a lot of people on this Board have sailed with Seabourn multiple times. Bad behavior really is very very rare always assuming you are even aware of it. But, on a ship with a couple of hundred passengers there is always a risk. On larger ships the risk is higher. Sadly, there are people out there who do not know how to behave and you find those kind of people in every income bracket. Thus, some of them can afford luxury cruises. That risk is no higher on Seabourn than it is on any other cruise line. And you know the old saying .... add alcohol, instant ********.

 

We were on the Quest Maiden last June and there were - gasp :eek: - children and -bigger gasp :eek::eek: - some adolescents on board. That is a risk you take when you cruise during a holiday period. The children were actually not that bad ... but, from time to time, they behaved like children :eek: If you are aggravated by the mere presence of kids then maybe a private yacht is best. The adolescents were great. They did not want to hang out with adults and we did not want to hang out with them. The solution, of course, is not to cruise during a holiday period.

 

I will be on Seabourn Odyssey in 27 days (but who is counting). It will be my fifth Seabourn cruise. Being born and bred in Scotland (pace Fairbourne), trust me, I do not drop $20k for a cruise if I think it will not meet my expectations.

Seabournfan --

 

As we have said before, We look forward to cruising with you. And your reasonable attitude is right on. We love Seabourn as judged by our many return cruises. We have good friends the world over due to Seabourn, and will be spending time with four of those couples in Sydney and Brisbane as a result of Seabourn. Hopefully more good friendships will be forged from Sydney to LA.

 

Laurie and Dick

[Seabourntraveller]

Further Afternoon Update; At Sea Enroute to Singapore:

 

We had our daily announcement from Captain Pedder for the last time from the Bridge explaining to us all that we had Malaysia on one side and Sumatra on the other side of the ship all within 20 nm. Singapore used to be the busiest shipping port in the world but lost that ranking to Shanghai a couple of years ago.

 

After his annoucement we were told to go up the bridge for our private tour which was a nice touch. He explained to us the various maps and sea lanes that we will be using to arrive to our destination of Singapore and that he had to be up for 4:00am tomorrow morning 1 hour prior to our pilot coming onboard at 5:00pm.

 

We then walked down with him to the Galley Market Lunch and it was decided to have lunch with us at a private table. Since we had had two previous invites to dine with him it was with pleasure taht we could finally do it. He said he loved being part of Seabourn so much more since we can get to know the crew almost individually because it's a small ship and crew and was very much enjoyment. All I can say is Cunard's loss is Seabourn's gain...he is such a down to earth Captain and we enjoyed his company not only at lunch but during the past 44 days while onboard the Legend.

 

Market lunch was a big success as always. Most people arrived early and the Restayrant was quite full by 12:45pm. The Crew did a fantastic job as they always do.

The sun has finally come out today and will be going to the "Garden" on deck 5 to catch some last sun rays and then hopefully a quick run up to the Midnight Sun Lounge for a last slice of GrandMa Cake.

 

More to come later today from the Legend enroute to Singapore.

[Martita B.]

Seabourntraveler

I'm sad to think you'll soon be disembarking the beautiful Legend and we'll not be able to read of the many "events", happenings and 'doin's aboard ~ I look forward to reading of Nancy's Odyssey voyage reports/log.

As to the Galley Market luncheon, I am always amazed at the gorgeous sugar works (table displays) the Ex. Pastry Chef creates. These pastry chefs are truly "sweet Masters" ~did you learn of your Pastry Chef's name? I'm just curious.

I want to share with you my favorite Seabourn cocktail/dinner toast ~I think it's always interesting and meaningful to hear fellow shipmates Seabourn "salutes!" Especially the Norwegian Captains, when they raise their jiggers of Aquavit!

Here is mine ~~"The very best Islands in the world, are those that float and move......the names of these Islands are, the Legend, the Pride and the Spirit!" Salute!:p

I'll soon be 'floatin' and movin' on the 'lit Spirit Island ~I so hope to see and sail with some of you ~or perhaps I'll see you on another Seabourn "Island" in 2012 ~~

Have a safe journey home ~and "thanks for the memories!"

Martita B.

[Seabourntraveller]

Seabourntraveler

I'm sad to think you'll soon be disembarking the beautiful Legend and we'll not be able to read of the many "events", happenings and 'doin's aboard ~ I look forward to reading of Nancy's Odyssey voyage reports/log.

As to the Galley Market luncheon, I am always amazed at the gorgeous sugar works (table displays) the Ex. Pastry Chef creates. These pastry chefs are truly "sweet Masters" ~did you learn of your Pastry Chef's name? I'm just curious.

 

I want to share with you my favorite Seabourn cocktail/dinner toast ~I think it's always interesting and meaningful to hear fellow shipmates Seabourn "salutes!" Especially the Norwegian Captains, when they raise their jiggers of Aquavit!

Here is mine ~~"The very best Islands in the world, are those that float and move......the names of these Islands are, the Legend, the Pride and the Spirit!" Salute!:p

I'll soon be 'floatin' and movin' on the 'lit Spirit Island ~I so hope to see and sail with some of you ~or perhaps I'll see you on another Seabourn "Island" in 2012 ~~

 

Have a safe journey home ~and "thanks for the memories!"

Martita B.

 

Yes have to agree with you about the Pastry Chef's go out of there way at the Galley Market lunch...but then again I always notice dessert first!:D

Well Miss Martita B it's still not over, we have tonight and up to tomorrow morning before late morning to report back and then our adventure to the Airport in Singapore for our 26 hour flight back home.

More to come from the Legend "Floating Castle" ...stay tuned!

[fairbourne]

The sad news of the Costa Concordia running aground in Italy with the loss of life was such a shock this morning - I'm sure we will all be thinking about those involved and sending them all our prayers and thoughts.

[Seabourntraveller]

The sad news of the Costa Concordia running aground in Italy with the loss of life was such a shock this morning - I'm sure we will all be thinking about those involved and sending them all our prayers and thoughts.

 

Yes I was with Charlane the Future Cruise Specialist about 2 hours ago at her desk when I learned about it whereby she showed me pictures of the wreckage of the ship ...unbelievable that there were only 3 deaths involved.

[fairbourne]

Good morning to you on your last 24 hours on board the floating Castle that is the "Legend".

 

I just want to say you have amused, entertained, challenged and inspired me over the last few weeks and I will miss you tomorrow morning when I switch on to CC to read of your latest news.

 

Safe Trip home - and look forward to hearing your news from the Quest in April. :)

 

But as you say it's not over yet, looking forward to the last bits of juicy gossip from the Legend until I get my next fix of juicy gossip at the hairdresser next week when I can indulge in my once a month read of the "trashy women's" magazines and think thank goodness my life is relatively "normal"! LOL!

[fairbourne]

Yes I was with Charlane the Future Cruise Specialist about 2 hours ago at her desk when I learned about it whereby she showed me pictures of the wreckage of the ship ...unbelievable that there were only 3 deaths involved.

 

Just on the BBC news that there are 3 confirmed dead and 50 missing.

[Seabourntraveller]

Restaurant Dinner Menu

 

First Course:

 

Marinated Heriloom Tomatoes & Buffalo Mozzarella, lemon vinaigrette, basil sorbet

Maple Glazed Duck Breast, cucumber & potato salad, country mustard vinaigrette

Crispy Corn Crusted Prawn, chinese cabbage slaw and romenesco sauce

Double Chicken Consomme

Chilled Sweet Pea Soup, lobster salad, rosemary brioche croutons

Mesclun & Dragon Fruit, pomegranate dressing crisp shallots

Fingerling Potato Salad, horseradish, poached egg, double smoked bacon

 

Main Course:

 

Pan Seared Monkfish, warm nicioise style salad, crisp giant capers, black olives

Butter Poached Nigerian Shrimp, chorizo saffron risotto, tomato marmalade

Roasted Chicken In Curried Dijon Sauce, aromatic basmati rice and crisp caper berries

Thyme Roasted Filet Mignon, black pepper and horseradish gnocchi, wild mushrooms, port wine beef demi-glace

 

Vegetarian- Cavatappi Pasta, wild mushrooms and goat cheese

 

 

Restaurant 2; Theme "Steak House"

 

Starters

Roasted tomato & Goat Cheese Tian, Asparagus, Dijon Vinaigrette

Crisp Crab Cake, Red Onion Salad, Truffle Remoulade, Spiced Greens

 

Soup/Salad

Roasted Garlic Soup, Chive Chantilly, crunchy Rosemary Brioche

Ceasar Salad, Sour Dough Croutons, Shaved Parmesan

 

Mains

Beef Filet Mignon 8oz

New York Sirloin Steak 10oz

Filet of Salmon 7oz

 

Served with Ratatouille, Sauteed Beans, Rosemary Roast Potatoes or Mashed Potatoes on The Side Jus Natural, Peppercorn Sauce, Bearnaise or Lemon Caper Sauce

 

Desserts

Fresh Strawberry Cheese Cake, Graham Cracker, Walnut Tuille

Port Wine Roasted Pears, Lemon Sherbet, White Chocolate Crisp

 

***The Sky Grill is open this evening from 7:30pm-9:00pm serving the infamous Surf & Turf with Filet Mignon and Nigerian Shrimp***

[fairbourne]

 

 

I will be on Seabourn Odyssey in 27 days (but who is counting). It will be my fifth Seabourn cruise. Being born and bred in Scotland (pace Fairbourne), trust me, I do not drop $20k for a cruise if I think it will not meet my expectations.

 

Exactly - LOL!

[Seabourntraveller]

Well I had to go to tea time to see what gramma cake was. So funny, one of the first things I learned to cook over 50 years ago..it was cinnamon strudel pecan coffee cake. We did it in a bundt pan, made half the ingredients, put in bundt pan and then added brown sugar and butter and pecans and cinnamon and drizzled that and then added the rest of the flour/butter/sugar recipe and then put on top the rest of the brown sugar/cinnamon/pecan combination and baked. I think the title is appropriate since I am a "gramma" now. This is what they serve in Observation Deck for tea time Seabourntraveller, if you want the recipe, let me know and send email or email me at nancy@arnettonline.net and I'll send you the recipe when I get home. I guess the classic recipes never go away!

 

So RNH...how was the GrandMa Cake onboard the Odyssey?;)

[Seabourntraveller]

Entertainment Onboard Tonight:

 

6:30pm Cocktails in teh Club with "Claudia & oliver"

6:45pm Showtime: Simeon Wood in the King Olav Lounge

9:30pm After Dinner with "Claudia & Oliver" in the Club

9:45pm Adam Green in the Midnight Sun Lounge

10:15pm Farewell Night in the Club with Seabreeze

 

Just now starting to pack while watching reruns of Nurse Jackie on TV. Just had in Suite Dinner which was amazingly great as always...especially the Filet Mignon tonight....yummy!

Current speed is 11knots and no major sea swells at all...should be a great night's sleep ahead of us both.

It's extremely quiet onboard tonight and sadly no major scadals to report back to you all...maybe someone will decide to run naked up and down the halls later...stay tuned!

 

More to come later tonight onboard the Legend slowly making our way to Singapore.

[kiltie]

Thank you Seabourntraveller for your wonderful blog - I don't know where I shall get my "cruise fix" every day now - still, only nine more weeks until we join the Legend in Dubai - back where you started! I wish you both a very safe and comfortable journey home and look forward to your next trip!