Iluvcruising2 Posted December 27, 2012 Author #326 Share Posted December 27, 2012 Yes, I also found it interesting that it was not included on other ships. My guess is that they found something they didn't like about it, such as it took up too much room on decks 9 and 10, or it leaked, etc. Yups. I am sure there are other significant differences as well. When we dined in Portofino on the Voyager in June, the head waiter there told us that the subsequent ships after Voyager didn't have all the 'mistakes'. Yeah, he used the word 'mistakes'. I wonder what those 'mistakes' were. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMoney Posted December 27, 2012 #327 Share Posted December 27, 2012 This thread has been really educational; thanks for doing it and providing so much detail. I did a land trip to Sydney / NZ Fjordland / Great Barrier Reef last year, and I've often wondered if I would enjoy cruising the same area. I now know that I'd find cruising that itinerary too frustrating; I'd want to be on land in NZ enjoying all the tremendous hiking. But it's great to have options that work for all. I did a day cruise of the Milford Sound after finishing the 4-day Milford Track hike earlier this year. It was sunny that day, so it's interesting to see it in clouds. I'm guessing Mitre Peak was shrouded and not visible on your trip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iluvcruising2 Posted December 27, 2012 Author #328 Share Posted December 27, 2012 This thread has been really educational; thanks for doing it and providing so much detail. I did a land trip to Sydney / NZ Fjordland / Great Barrier Reef last year, and I've often wondered if I would enjoy cruising the same area. I now know that I'd find cruising that itinerary too frustrating; I'd want to be on land in NZ enjoying all the tremendous hiking. But it's great to have options that work for all. I did a day cruise of the Milford Sound after finishing the 4-day Milford Track hike earlier this year. It was sunny that day, so it's interesting to see it in clouds. I'm guessing Mitre Peak was shrouded and not visible on your trip. I agree with your observation. If you are into trekking and want to spend extended time in the nature, then cruising isn't a good way to do New Zealand, not at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted December 27, 2012 #329 Share Posted December 27, 2012 (edited) Yups. I am sure there are other significant differences as well. When we dined in Portofino on the Voyager in June, the head waiter there told us that the subsequent ships after Voyager didn't have all the 'mistakes'. Yeah, he used the word 'mistakes'. I wonder what those 'mistakes' were. Another thing they removed was a dedicated space for the florist shop on deck 11. That never made it to other ships - they do a floral cart instead. Edited December 27, 2012 by clarea Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris_kelowna Posted December 27, 2012 #330 Share Posted December 27, 2012 I assume this will be your first time on the Voyager? Have you sailed with Royal Caribbean before? Hi, no we haven't sailed with RC before - we've only had one cruise and that was to Alaska on 9/16! It was with Princess and we loved it, even though there were lots of empty cabins due to the 'no fly' time that happened right after 9/11. Really looking forward to this one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BillOh Posted December 27, 2012 #331 Share Posted December 27, 2012 It's been on Voyager ever since I can remember. It's a skylight that goes all the way down to the top of the Promenade. I've not seen it on any other Voyager or Freedom class ship. Thanks to you both, I'll have to go back and look at my pictures, Another reason for me to go back on Voyager, apparently I'm starting to forget things. I do remember my room was 8540 a port D1 I believe it was. Hooked me on balconies. Ok, I can verify that pointy thing was there then too :o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dancnlizard Posted December 27, 2012 #332 Share Posted December 27, 2012 Loving your review and all your pictures! Thanks so much for all your hard work and time :D Looking at booking this cruise in the near future as well! Gwen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckmommy Posted December 27, 2012 #333 Share Posted December 27, 2012 I am unsure how to quote, but can someone tell me if the "peek-a-boo" window looking onto the bridge (hope that is what it is called--the place where the captain is "steering" the ship) is on the Mariner? That would be something I would not like to miss. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BillOh Posted December 27, 2012 #334 Share Posted December 27, 2012 (edited) I am unsure how to quote, but can someone tell me if the "peek-a-boo" window looking onto the bridge (hope that is what it is called--the place where the captain is "steering" the ship) is on the Mariner? That would be something I would not like to miss. Yes, it was there on Voyager. i forgot to look on Navigator, but I do remember it on Voyager. - oops misread your message. Sorry haven't been on Navigator. Edited December 27, 2012 by BillOh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darkwolfe Posted December 27, 2012 #335 Share Posted December 27, 2012 I am unsure how to quote, but can someone tell me if the "peek-a-boo" window looking onto the bridge (hope that is what it is called--the place where the captain is "steering" the ship) is on the Mariner? That would be something I would not like to miss. It's there. I caught the crew looking rather puzzled one morning. "Bridge" is the correct term as well. Mariner Bridge by Wulfgar28, on Flickr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckmommy Posted December 27, 2012 #336 Share Posted December 27, 2012 Thanks so much for letting me know!! My boys will be thrilled to see this! Oh---I am really loving the photos on this thread from Australia and New Zealand. That is my dream trip! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Agutaya Posted December 27, 2012 #337 Share Posted December 27, 2012 (edited) Oh, interesting that you pointed that out. I was wondering what that was for. The Cruise Director mentioned it later in the cruise and I think it has been there since the cruise ship was launched. What is it for? Can somebody help? It's been on Voyager ever since I can remember. It's a skylight that goes all the way down to the top of the Promenade. I've not seen it on any other Voyager or Freedom class ship. Below are 2 links to photos looking straight up from the Royal Promenade to the "pointy thing" skylight on the pool deck. http://www2.snapfish.com/snapfish/slideshow/AlbumID=5318968022/PictureID=218850327022/a=156973073_156973073/otsc=SHR/otsi=SPIClink/COBRAND_NAME=snapfish/ http://www2.snapfish.com/snapfish/slideshow/AlbumID=5318968022/PictureID=218850913022/a=156973073_156973073/otsc=SHR/otsi=SPIClink/COBRAND_NAME=snapfish/ I think it may be near the car but it's been awhile since I took the photo and had to look for it. I'm enjoying your review, especially all the photos. Mary Edited December 27, 2012 by Agutaya Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darkwolfe Posted December 27, 2012 #338 Share Posted December 27, 2012 Thanks so much for letting me know!! My boys will be thrilled to see this! Oh---I am really loving the photos on this thread from Australia and New Zealand. That is my dream trip! You are quite welcome. Iluvcruising2- Doing an awesome job! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted December 27, 2012 #339 Share Posted December 27, 2012 I am unsure how to quote, but can someone tell me if the "peek-a-boo" window looking onto the bridge (hope that is what it is called--the place where the captain is "steering" the ship) is on the Mariner? That would be something I would not like to miss. The peek-a-boo bridge is on all 5 Voyager class ships, but it not on Freedom class because they extended the fitness center forward on Freedom class and took up the space. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
truffles2 Posted December 27, 2012 #340 Share Posted December 27, 2012 (edited) I am unsure how to quote, but can someone tell me if the "peek-a-boo" window looking onto the bridge (hope that is what it is called--the place where the captain is "steering" the ship) is on the Mariner? That would be something I would not like to miss. To quote another post, just click on the "quote" icon at the bottom of the post. The quoted post will come up in the "reply" block and you just add your reply. Edited December 27, 2012 by truffles2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iluvcruising2 Posted December 28, 2012 Author #341 Share Posted December 28, 2012 The peek-a-boo bridge is on all 5 Voyager class ships, but it not on Freedom class because they extended the fitness center forward on Freedom class and took up the space. Thanks for the info. I've never been on a Freedom class. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iluvcruising2 Posted December 28, 2012 Author #342 Share Posted December 28, 2012 Dinner menu that evening - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iluvcruising2 Posted December 28, 2012 Author #343 Share Posted December 28, 2012 I was looking at the wine menu in some detail tonight. Noticed this USD 546 bottle of wine, a 2001 Chateau Lafite Rothschild, Paulliac. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iluvcruising2 Posted December 28, 2012 Author #344 Share Posted December 28, 2012 Ended up taking the Bud Light. I can’t find these in Singapore. In fact, I can hardly find light beers in Singapore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pspercy Posted December 28, 2012 #345 Share Posted December 28, 2012 I am unsure how to quote, but can someone tell me if the "peek-a-boo" window looking onto the bridge (hope that is what it is called--the place where the captain is "steering" the ship) is on the Mariner? That would be something I would not like to miss. Yes, Mariner has it too, see below - and the fuzzy dice !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iluvcruising2 Posted December 28, 2012 Author #346 Share Posted December 28, 2012 (edited) The Manhattan Clam Chowder. Edited December 28, 2012 by Iluvcruising2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iluvcruising2 Posted December 28, 2012 Author #347 Share Posted December 28, 2012 Surf and Turf (prawns partially hidden) Chicken Cordon Bleu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charliegirlac Posted December 28, 2012 #348 Share Posted December 28, 2012 As always a fantastic review!! Absolutely loving it! The menu selections look brilliant as well! After cruising the USA so many times I was interested in what they were going to do for Australian sailings. Can't wait for my South Pacific cruise next year (can almost say 'later this year!') Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iluvcruising2 Posted December 28, 2012 Author #349 Share Posted December 28, 2012 Pesto Tagatellie Grilled Tasmanian Salmon Salad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iluvcruising2 Posted December 28, 2012 Author #350 Share Posted December 28, 2012 As always a fantastic review!! Absolutely loving it! The menu selections look brilliant as well! After cruising the USA so many times I was interested in what they were going to do for Australian sailings. Can't wait for my South Pacific cruise next year (can almost say 'later this year!') Glad that you are liking it! Which are your ports for your upcoming South Pacific cruise? We are also looking doing a South Pacific cruise in the not-too-distant future! The Australian passengers we met onboard our recent sailing told us good stuff about them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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