Clarea Posted May 27, 2016 #201 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Bob, I know the RCI website says that luggage valet is available in Seattle (and goodness knows, the website is never wrong), but I am being told that there is some sort of contract dispute and so it is not being offered at present. :( (See below, I'm not the only one who has heard this.) :rolleyes: Thanks for the update Karen.:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kinny Posted May 27, 2016 Author #202 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Day 7 Compass IMG_2493 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr IMG_2495 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr IMG_2496 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr IMG_2494 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kinny Posted May 27, 2016 Author #203 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Victoria, British Columbia. IMG_2484 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr IMG_2549 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr We took the cruise shuttle at $10us per person round trip from pier to downtown. Then we took the 90minute hop on / hop off tour around town at $36 per person. Look into Groupon because I've been told there is a deal on the hop on / hop off bus deal. :D IMG_2538 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr For lunch before the bus tour, we went to Chinatown for some food. On the way to Chinatown, we caught a glimpse of this gem. So beautiful. :D IMG_2517 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kinny Posted May 27, 2016 Author #204 Share Posted May 27, 2016 On with pics. IMG_2533 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr IMG_2535 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr IMG_2530 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr IMG_2529 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr IMG_2528 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr IMG_2518 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kinny Posted May 27, 2016 Author #205 Share Posted May 27, 2016 IMG_2523 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr IMG_2520 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr IMG_2521 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr There she is again. :D IMG_2519 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kinny Posted May 27, 2016 Author #206 Share Posted May 27, 2016 After taking the shuttle back to the pier, I decided to take a walk to the light house. According to my watch, it's 2000+ steps round trip. :D IMG_2544 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr IMG_2546 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr The view is awesome if you don't mind the walk. IMG_2545 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr IMG_2547 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kinny Posted May 27, 2016 Author #207 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Snapped some pics of Explorer OTS on the way back. Explorer OTS getting fuel. IMG_2542 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr IMG_2540 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr IMG_2550 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr IMG_2551 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kinny Posted May 27, 2016 Author #208 Share Posted May 27, 2016 For dinner tonight, it's Chops part duex! :D Goat cheese salad. The pecan is time is nice and crunchy. IMG_2552 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr They ran out of bacon, so I got the scallop. It was actually really good. IMG_2553 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr This time I tried the Dry Aged 16oz NY Strip. I actually like it better than the 20oz Porterhouse. IMG_2554 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr Sides. IMG_2556 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kinny Posted May 27, 2016 Author #209 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Our waiter brought us two of these. I don't know why. Maybe because we went to Chops twice this sailing? Whatever it is, I'm not going to turn down free food. Especially free shrimps. :D IMG_2555 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr Desert? The cheesecake won again. :p LOL IMG_2557 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr So what does one do if he has $150 non-refundable OBC he needs to spend? Well, he buys himself a nice watch. :D Titanium chasis, Eco-drive, and 100m WR. IMG_2558 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kinny Posted May 27, 2016 Author #210 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Well, it's bed time for me. I will post other misc pics as well as short final thought when I get back home. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biker19 Posted May 27, 2016 #211 Share Posted May 27, 2016 So what does one do if he has $150 non-refundable OBC he needs to spend? Well, he buys himself a nice watch. :D Titanium chasis, Eco-drive, and 100m WR. IMG_2558 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr Nice, was that really 150? Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
travelgoddess1 Posted May 27, 2016 #212 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Thanks for the update Karen.:) I didn't see a reference to Luggage Valet in the Cruise Compasses posted. I board Explorer today, so I will definitely find out. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted May 27, 2016 #213 Share Posted May 27, 2016 I didn't see a reference to Luggage Valet in the Cruise Compasses posted. I board Explorer today, so I will definitely find out. :) If you do find that they offer Luggage Valet, please post a photo of the sign-up form. Bon Voyage! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DiamondSuiteCruiser Posted May 27, 2016 #214 Share Posted May 27, 2016 I didn't see a reference to Luggage Valet in the Ceruise Compasses posted. I board Explorer today, so I will definitely find out. :) We board next week after you. Have a great cruise! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
travelgoddess1 Posted May 27, 2016 #215 Share Posted May 27, 2016 We board next week after you. Have a great cruise! Thanks -- you too! :D (I hope your boarding weather is better than ours today -- kind of drippy.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kinny Posted May 27, 2016 Author #216 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Nice, was that really 150? Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app I paid $178 and some change with the 35% off sale. Still pretty good for not even $30. [emoji16] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kinny Posted May 27, 2016 Author #217 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Thanks -- you too! :D (I hope your boarding weather is better than ours today -- kind of drippy.) Have fun! [emoji16] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobbW Posted May 27, 2016 #218 Share Posted May 27, 2016 In a taxi waiting in the staging area right now. They seem to be trying to organize this mess more than what I was reading about for the first two sailings. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobbW Posted May 27, 2016 #219 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Finally just got dropped off at the passenger check-in. The taxi fare when we got to the vehicle staging area was $15. Final fare when we got dropped off was $30. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DiamondSuiteCruiser Posted May 27, 2016 #220 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Finally just got dropped off at the passenger check-in. The taxi fare when we got to the vehicle staging area was $15. Final fare when we got dropped off was $30. Sent from my iPhone using Forums :eek:It doubled in 26 mins, I sure hope next week gets a little better. Enjoy your cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CupcakeSusie Posted May 28, 2016 #221 Share Posted May 28, 2016 I have enjoyed your photos so much, thanks for posting them ... especially the MDR menus! I'll admit I went through and chose what I would have had if I'd been there ;) My husband has celiac disease and it is nice to see that there are lots of choices for him. Can I ask - what are the different breakfast options? We plan on doing a pancake breakfast in bed once a week but other than that we're pretty boring - a smoothie or yoghurt for me and toast for him. I'm guessing we'll probably go to the windjammer most days? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kinny Posted May 28, 2016 Author #222 Share Posted May 28, 2016 I have enjoyed your photos so much, thanks for posting them ... especially the MDR menus! I'll admit I went through and chose what I would have had if I'd been there ;) My husband has celiac disease and it is nice to see that there are lots of choices for him. Can I ask - what are the different breakfast options? We plan on doing a pancake breakfast in bed once a week but other than that we're pretty boring - a smoothie or yoghurt for me and toast for him. I'm guessing we'll probably go to the windjammer most days? You are very welcome. :D Breakfast options are mainly MDR on most days with eggs, bacon, sausages (pork and turkey), hash brown, yogurt, granola, and different fruits. They also serve french toast, pan cake, oatmeal, etc... The Windjammer serves pretty much the same food, but in the MDR you can express your dietary needs that will suit your husband. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kinny Posted May 28, 2016 Author #223 Share Posted May 28, 2016 Because of all the flooding we have in Houston, we were stuck on the tarmac for nearly 2 hours before we get to the gate. Flights were cancelled, and people are stuck at the airport. I was suppose to be home by 9:30PM or so, but did not get home until 1:30AM. This is one of the aspect I did not enjoy flying. We got lost luggage (Mom lost her luggage, but good think it was found and delivered on the same day). We also had mechanical issues as well as weather. When it comes to flying, Murphy's Law is in full force. Anyway, here are some misc pics. IMG_2279 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr IMG_2324 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr IMG_2326 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr IMG_2352 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr IMG_2372 by kinnylee@yahoo.com, on Flickr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spa girl nana Posted May 29, 2016 #224 Share Posted May 29, 2016 Hope they do have it. I was also on this cruise and asked about the valet service from Sea to RDU and was there was NO valet service. I sure would have helped a lot. We were "8" and it took us approx. 3 hours from when our luggage tag was called until we arrived at the air port. We booked through the ship, not knowing what the mode of transportation would be. It was a bus (lots of buses lined up and it depended on which air line. Also LOTS and LOTS of luggage they were trying to fit on the buses. There where lots of reasons for the time to get to the airport that all added up, from waiting for the luggage to be loaded, then the traffic; it's awful getting to and from the ship. We were then unloaded at a tent where we checked in (Southwest) and luggage to be checked was tagged and loaded on the carts, then the walk to the terminal. Getting luggage in the RCL terminal and getting through Customs was very fast. Then getting through Security/TSA at SEA was also very easy, no long lines of people, but the long weaving roped off lanes to walk through just to get to TSA took a bit of time. They had the dogs working the lines, so no need to take off shoes or standing on the foot prints and being scanned; just walk through. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DiamondSuiteCruiser Posted May 29, 2016 #225 Share Posted May 29, 2016 I was also on this cruise and asked about the valet service from Sea to RDU and was there was NO valet service. I sure would have helped a lot. We were "8" and it took us approx. 3 hours from when our luggage tag was called until we arrived at the air port. We booked through the ship, not knowing what the mode of transportation would be. It was a bus (lots of buses lined up and it depended on which air line. Also LOTS and LOTS of luggage they were trying to fit on the buses. There where lots of reasons for the time to get to the airport that all added up, from waiting for the luggage to be loaded, then the traffic; it's awful getting to and from the ship. We were then unloaded at a tent where we checked in (Southwest) and luggage to be checked was tagged and loaded on the carts, then the walk to the terminal. Getting luggage in the RCL terminal and getting through Customs was very fast. Then getting through Security/TSA at SEA was also very easy, no long lines of people, but the long weaving roped off lanes to walk through just to get to TSA took a bit of time. They had the dogs working the lines, so no need to take off shoes or standing on the foot prints and being scanned; just walk through. If you don't mind me asking, what time was your flight out of SEA? Our flight is at 12:30PM I just want to make sure we make our flights. Also did you see many cabs at the terminal, we were hoping to catch a cab. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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