Johnny B Posted December 10, 2013 #1 Share Posted December 10, 2013 What do Malarone and other medications, Tide Sticks, and kitty litter have in common? Usually, not much, but today they were essentials in getting ready for our fourth world cruise. It's a real challenge getting the insurance company to approve enough medications for 130 days at sea (. . . but why CAN'T you just have them mailed to you?). There are always "stain emergencies," so two Tide Sticks are absolutely necessary, and the young man who's staying at our house will need a LOT of kitty litter to keep changing that troublesome little box for Phoebe! We are really excited to find ourselves almost ready to set sail. Our luggage will be picked up this Wednesday (while I ring Salvation Army bells), and we set sail from San Francisco on December 18. Since we live in Central California, it was a no-brainer to sail from here instead of flying to Ft. Lauderdale. We'll have a chance to visit some colonial cities in Central America and start working on our tans. In addition, besides the four bags that HAL will transport for free, we can just throw the rest into the back of the rental car and take them when we check in. Did I mention a few cases of wine? The wine rule doesn't change until January 31, so we are taking full advantage! We are hoping to have you join us for our longer-than-ever-before cruise, and we'll try to keep you informed and entertained. Stay tuned! (John, have you cleaned those rain gutters yet?) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geocruiser Posted December 10, 2013 #2 Share Posted December 10, 2013 Can I come along? I all ways want to know how many suitcases do you bring? Do all the clothes fit into the closet? Or do you leave some in the cases and take them out later? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare TracieABD Posted December 10, 2013 #3 Share Posted December 10, 2013 This is going to be amazing! Can't wait to hear about your adventures at sea!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruz chic Posted December 10, 2013 #4 Share Posted December 10, 2013 Looking forward to reading all about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KirkNC Posted December 10, 2013 #5 Share Posted December 10, 2013 Here we go, looking forward to the adventure! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted December 10, 2013 #6 Share Posted December 10, 2013 Very exciting. Hope you have a wonderful time. Of course, you will. :) Travel safely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny B Posted December 10, 2013 Author #7 Share Posted December 10, 2013 In response to the luggage question, we have four suitcases picked up and delivered to our stateroom courtesy of HAL, and of course they are our largest ones. We do unpack everything, but in addition to having most of the suitcases hauled away and stored in the bowels of the ship, we keep two smaller ones under the bed, especially for overlands, as we're doing 10 days in South Africa, Botswana, and Zimbabwe on this cruise. The drawers and closets get pretty crowded, but we manage somehow! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny B Posted December 10, 2013 Author #8 Share Posted December 10, 2013 Almost forgot: we have 6 suitcases total for this cruise - fewer than ever, but we try to get smarter every time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
startwin Posted December 10, 2013 #9 Share Posted December 10, 2013 Great news! I always enjoy your blog so much. It's the closest I will ever get to a World Cruise.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Vict0riann Posted December 10, 2013 #10 Share Posted December 10, 2013 I'll enjoy travelling along with you! Green with envy....:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RuthC Posted December 10, 2013 #11 Share Posted December 10, 2013 Welcome back to the land of "Live From the World Cruise". We've missed you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geocruiser Posted December 10, 2013 #12 Share Posted December 10, 2013 Thanks Johnny B. I just had these visions of the old time movies when PAX took many trunks on board. I was picturing the same amount in suitcases. 6 suitcases is not much at all for such a long cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
localady Posted December 10, 2013 #13 Share Posted December 10, 2013 Thank you, thank you , thank you for once again taking us along on your epic adventure, your postings are always such a treat!! :) Bon Voyage to you both :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted December 10, 2013 #14 Share Posted December 10, 2013 Sounds wonderful!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare 1of4 Posted December 10, 2013 #15 Share Posted December 10, 2013 Thanks so much for taking us along. It is how I get through our winter. It warmed up and was only -18 this morning as I got into my car and it took a full 40 km for the car to feel warm. So yes, your posts really do make a difference! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbhcw Posted December 10, 2013 #16 Share Posted December 10, 2013 Excited to see your post this am….always love following along…thanks so for doing this:):):) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare kazu Posted December 10, 2013 #17 Share Posted December 10, 2013 Count me in for sailing vicariously through you. Really looking forward to your reports. They are always so interesting and fun:) Have a great time:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruzin Terri Posted December 10, 2013 #18 Share Posted December 10, 2013 I'm looking forward to following along on your latest adventure. Thank you for taking us along again. Terri Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NMLady Posted December 10, 2013 #19 Share Posted December 10, 2013 (edited) What do Malarone and other medications, Tide Sticks, and kitty litter have in common? Usually, not much, but today they were essentials in getting ready for our fourth world cruise. It's a real challenge getting the insurance company to approve enough medications for 130 days at sea (. . . but why CAN'T you just have them mailed to you?). There are always "stain emergencies," so two Tide Sticks are absolutely necessary, and the young man who's staying at our house will need a LOT of kitty litter to keep changing that troublesome little box for Phoebe! We are really excited to find ourselves almost ready to set sail. Our luggage will be picked up this Wednesday (while I ring Salvation Army bells), and we set sail from San Francisco on December 18. Since we live in Central California, it was a no-brainer to sail from here instead of flying to Ft. Lauderdale. We'll have a chance to visit some colonial cities in Central America and start working on our tans. In addition, besides the four bags that HAL will transport for free, we can just throw the rest into the back of the rental car and take them when we check in. Did I mention a few cases of wine? The wine rule doesn't change until January 31, so we are taking full advantage! We are hoping to have you join us for our longer-than-ever-before cruise, and we'll try to keep you informed and entertained. Stay tuned! (John, have you cleaned those rain gutters yet?) Yay!, another of your World Cruise blogs to subscribe to. I can't believe it's time again. I know you will have a fantastic cruise. Thank you for taking us along. May your days be sunny and your seas be smooth. Edited December 10, 2013 by NMLady Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scdreamer Posted December 10, 2013 #20 Share Posted December 10, 2013 I am looking forward to following along! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stylin Posted December 10, 2013 #21 Share Posted December 10, 2013 So glad that you are going and that I get to go along with you. Can't wait to get started. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Himself Posted December 10, 2013 #22 Share Posted December 10, 2013 Have a great time at Sea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sppunk Posted December 11, 2013 #23 Share Posted December 11, 2013 Yay!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ger_77 Posted December 11, 2013 #24 Share Posted December 11, 2013 Hooray! I'm looking forward to your next adventures!! Smooth Sailing! :) :) :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toad Posted December 11, 2013 #25 Share Posted December 11, 2013 You are living my POWERBALL Dream! Enjoy it to the fullest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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