Rare niksmom630 Posted November 12, 2014 Author #101 Share Posted November 12, 2014 Good morning and welcome to Day 4... Random thoughts and observations from Day 3 - I miss the different color carpeting that differentiates the port and starboard sides of the ship. The refurb carpeting is blue on both sides, so I still haven't figured out what side of the ship our cabin is on. - I tried the in room coffee pot for my first cup of coffee yesterday morning, prior to heading to the smoking lounge on Deck 4. This turned out to be a bad idea, as the filter was not aligned properly, which resulted in 3/4 of the cup being spewed sideways all over the vanity table, filling half the drawers in the vanity with coffee. I will stick with the Cafe Promenade coffee for the remainder of the trip. - the in room refrigerator is actually COLD! - there are many people from Texas and surrounding states on this ship. I find myself greeted with warm smiles and friendly "hellos" at every corner. This is making for a very enjoyable cruise experience. - there is a new twist to the 3 card poker game in the casino. There is now a betting option next to the pair plus, that allows you to use the dealers three cards with your three cards to make the best 5 card hand. - PHOTO DISCLAIMER.... Thus far I have been taking the majority of my photos with my iphone 6, because it it easy to carry around. I've also taken many photos with my Sony Nex, however when I tried to upload to photobucket, it was repeatedly failing. I discovered this morning when reviewing some settings on my camera that the JPEG files are 8 MB! I have to spend some time trying to figure this out today. Will try and post a few photos shortly... Sent from my iPad using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare niksmom630 Posted November 12, 2014 Author #102 Share Posted November 12, 2014 Dinner in the MDR last night. Tonight we have reservations at Sabor. Friday we will have lunch at Giovanni's Sent from my iPad using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare niksmom630 Posted November 12, 2014 Author #103 Share Posted November 12, 2014 There was a beautiful moon last night, although this photo does not do it justice Some photos from the solarium this morning... Look how tidy the chair hogs have gotten! 😊 Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare niksmom630 Posted November 12, 2014 Author #104 Share Posted November 12, 2014 We have sunny skies and it looks like it will be a beautiful day in Grand Cayman today, although our time here is fairly short. First tender is scheduled at 11, last tender at 5:15. We have no excursions planned today, but will likely take the ferry over at some point to walk around a bit. More later...time to head up to the Windjammer for my daily serving of bacon... Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susie51 Posted November 12, 2014 #105 Share Posted November 12, 2014 Your photo of the tidy chair hogs made me chuckle. Thanks for bring us alon on your cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
texascat Posted November 12, 2014 #106 Share Posted November 12, 2014 Thank you for the review and photos. We are taking my dad next year on the Navigator for his 85th b'day. Looking forward to the next post. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfganghowell Posted November 12, 2014 #107 Share Posted November 12, 2014 Your photos are killing me (in a good way). So appreciate you taking the time for this. Got my lounger all picked out in the Solarium. Can't wait to hear about Sabor. Thanks for the info on 3 Card. I play and Mr Wolf usually plays U Tx Hold Em. I might actually get him to play some 3 Card with that option! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tigger-ttfn Posted November 12, 2014 #108 Share Posted November 12, 2014 Navigator docks at International Pier in Cozumel. Last year Jewel docked downtown which I prefer. I guess it will be a toss up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eel Posted November 12, 2014 #109 Share Posted November 12, 2014 Enjoying the review so far. Thanks for sharing it with us. We will be on Navigator Jan. 11-18. Same ship, different itinerary. Our friends Bob and Marlene are on your sailing. Tell them Lee & Petra say hello if you run into them. That would be a shocker! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bethco Posted November 12, 2014 #110 Share Posted November 12, 2014 Last year Jewel docked downtown which I prefer. I guess it will be a toss up. Ok. I have seen larger ships - Voyager, Freedom, Oasis - docked only at International Pier. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
golfer1966 Posted November 12, 2014 #111 Share Posted November 12, 2014 Dinner in the MDR last night. Tonight we have reservations at Sabor. Friday we will have lunch at Giovanni's Sent from my iPad using Forums mobile app Nom Nom Nom Nom!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare niksmom630 Posted November 12, 2014 Author #112 Share Posted November 12, 2014 Your photos are killing me (in a good way). So appreciate you taking the time for this. Got my lounger all picked out in the Solarium. Can't wait to hear about Sabor. Thanks for the info on 3 Card. I play and Mr Wolf usually plays U Tx Hold Em. I might actually get him to play some 3 Card with that option! I'll try a take a photo of the payouts on the 6 card option. I've had mixed results, but it definitely adds another dynamic to the game! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare niksmom630 Posted November 12, 2014 Author #113 Share Posted November 12, 2014 Grand Cayman photos from the ship... Flow rider Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susie51 Posted November 12, 2014 #114 Share Posted November 12, 2014 Thank you for posting a photo of the Flowrider. It looks steeper than I thought it would be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare niksmom630 Posted November 13, 2014 Author #115 Share Posted November 13, 2014 (edited) Some photos from grand cayman. Did a bit of shopping followed by Solarium time and then dinner at Sabor. In short, it was AMAZING! I'll post all photos on that experience tomorrow! Great music by the pool Sent from my iPhone using Forums Edited November 13, 2014 by niksmom630 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare niksmom630 Posted November 13, 2014 Author #116 Share Posted November 13, 2014 One of the most beautifully written trip reports I have read, and I am retired and have read many. Never ceases to amaze me, the generosity of time and photography posters provide. Hope you will post again when you travel next. Carolyn in Texas Thank you Carolyn in Texas! I so appreciate the efforts of others who post trip reports and photos, that help me count down the days until my next cruise. I hope I am paying it forward!😄 Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alonzo14 Posted November 13, 2014 #117 Share Posted November 13, 2014 Thanks so much for the extra pics of the Jr. suite! Very thoughtful of you! I'm enjoying your review! Im looking forward to hearing about Sabor. Enjoy the rest of your cruise! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lrc04 Posted November 13, 2014 #118 Share Posted November 13, 2014 Thank you for taking the time to do this. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miryam1234 Posted November 13, 2014 #119 Share Posted November 13, 2014 I love your photos! Thanks for doing this, it helps me to recover from my post-cruise blues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare niksmom630 Posted November 13, 2014 Author #120 Share Posted November 13, 2014 Good morning and welcome to Day 5! Random thoughts and observations from Day 4.... - The Windjammer has prepared eggs next to the omelet station...over easy, over medium, sunny side up. This helps to alleviate the lines for prepared eggs. - the logo shop on board has a pretty limited supply of t- shirts. However, I've seen a sale on the pool deck with quite a selection available. - I am not a fan of Coke products. That was all that was available in Cozumel, but Grand Cayman had Pepsi products, and I as able to purchase a few cans for the bargain price of $2.00 each and bring them back on board. A girls gotta do what a girls gotta do.... - I had the most amazing $18 margarita at Sabor last night that was worth every penny. When I tried to get the drink replicated at Baleros, it was not even close. However, when I checked back in at Sabor to find out where I could get this beverage again, I was told the R Bar can prepare this amazing drink. Which brings me to the Sabor dining experience last night. In short, the BEST speciality restaurant we have tried on any RCI ship thus far. Although we have only done two other previously-Chops and Portofino.... Photos coming up next.... Sent from my iPad using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hardyz13 Posted November 13, 2014 #121 Share Posted November 13, 2014 What I'd do for some of those bacon wrapped jalapeños. I'm not sure if you have a drink package, but the second night I was at Sabor I was told with my premium package the margaritas were included. The sweet and spicy and jalapeño cucumber margaritas were amazing. Also, with I could make guacamole like that at home. Best I've ever had! Glad you got to try it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare niksmom630 Posted November 13, 2014 Author #122 Share Posted November 13, 2014 The amazing margarita The margarita prep station Guacamole being prepared... This is some of the best guacamole I've ever had! THE RECIPE!!!! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare niksmom630 Posted November 13, 2014 Author #123 Share Posted November 13, 2014 Inside Sabor.. Ok, I love these salt and pepper shakers. I must inquire how to get a set of these.,. These chicken jalapeño appetizers wrapped in bacon were simply amazing... Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare niksmom630 Posted November 13, 2014 Author #124 Share Posted November 13, 2014 Queso Garlic jalapeño shrimp--these were not as spicy as I anticipated DH's entree Dessert sampler I'm getting hungry again just looking at the photos. Enjoying some time in the empty solarium right now. We'll be going into the port area some time this afternoon, and I'll post Falmouth photos later! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susie51 Posted November 13, 2014 #125 Share Posted November 13, 2014 Thank you so much for the Sabor photos and commentary. You've convinced me to book Sabor for our March 2015 cruise which is only 4 months away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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