Rare Jim_Iain Posted November 19, 2016 Author #101 Share Posted November 19, 2016 For those joining Silhouette she is in beautiful condition. Lawns have been greened up over the past two weeks. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akowilm Posted November 19, 2016 #102 Share Posted November 19, 2016 For those joining Silhouette she is in beautiful condition. Lawns have been greened up over the past two weeks. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Wow! They look better than I have ever seen! We will be on the Silhouette in late January and we are counting the days!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Host Anne Posted November 19, 2016 #103 Share Posted November 19, 2016 Thanks again so much for posting Jim Iain! It's been great following along with you on your cruise. I've been at an event for work all week so I'm just getting back to catching up. Wishing you a wonderful last day! ENJOY!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jim_Iain Posted November 19, 2016 Author #104 Share Posted November 19, 2016 Weather has been perfect for our last day at sea. Sunny 75-80, flat lake like seas and a gentle breeze. What more would you want for your last day at sea. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janet524 Posted November 19, 2016 #105 Share Posted November 19, 2016 Thanks for posting all those lovely pictures and providing answers to so many questions. Hope your final days on Silhouette are wonderful. Cannot wait to get on board in two weeks! Sent from my Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70F using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RetiredArmySGT Posted November 19, 2016 #106 Share Posted November 19, 2016 Thanks for the posts! We are on the way to Fort Lauderdale right now to get on board tomorrow. Can't wait! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Host Anne Posted November 20, 2016 #107 Share Posted November 20, 2016 Jim Iain ~ was thinking about you this evening as I stapled our luggage tags on that say SILHOUETTE! Thanks for taking care of her for the past two weeks and for keeping us up-to-date on your adventures. Loved every minute! Hope our paths cross on a ship some day! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
h20cruzer Posted November 20, 2016 #108 Share Posted November 20, 2016 Thanks SO MUCH for checking to see if Taz was still onboard, I really appreciate it. He may have moved onto another ship, or gone onto something else. Really enjoying your review & your pics are just great. Hoping I can talk my DH into doing a trans, but will have to wait a year or two! :) Birishlassie I have known Taz for about 10 years he was on the TA Silhouette 2015 and last I heard he was on the Millie April 2016. He is a great guy!!!! Norma Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jim_Iain Posted November 20, 2016 Author #109 Share Posted November 20, 2016 Janet524, RetiredArmySgt and HostAnn. Hope you have a wonderful cruise. The ship is being prepped. The lawns are perfect - not a bare spot to be found. I have never seen such lush growth. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jim_Iain Posted November 20, 2016 Author #110 Share Posted November 20, 2016 A perfect sunset to set off a fantastic final evening. We were also rewarded with a rocket launch from Cape Canaveral. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jim_Iain Posted November 20, 2016 Author #111 Share Posted November 20, 2016 Arrival at port Everglades and sadly I must end this great crossing. We met so many wonderful people. It will will be difficult to return to the real world where when you pass someone on the street and they don't greet you with a smile and a warm good morning. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jim_Iain Posted November 20, 2016 Author #112 Share Posted November 20, 2016 Disembarkation was a breeze. Walk off started at 7:00. We dropped into Michaels Club and regular disembarkation was slightly delayed. At 7:30 Niko escorted a small group of 8 off the ship. Red tagged luggage was awaiting. Group one was waiting in a roped off area awaiting their luggage to be off loaded No lines in customs and we were through and in a cab in about 5 minutes. For those that asked Terminal 25 had a special Global Entry line. Just a quick welcome home and we were through. Cab fare to airport was about $13.00 and I gave the driver a 20 due to his handling 4 Bags. We of course are early and the airport is starting to get busy. At 9:15 saw a shuttle from Silhouette and luggage tags 2 and 3. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ecslady Posted November 20, 2016 #113 Share Posted November 20, 2016 Thank you for taking us along! Really enjoyed your posts and review. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
podsnel Posted November 20, 2016 #114 Share Posted November 20, 2016 Thanks so much for sharing your TA- we love Silly, she is a fabulous ship! Safe travels home! Sent from my iPad using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeaBag Posted November 20, 2016 #115 Share Posted November 20, 2016 Jim Iain thank you for taking us right to the end of your great cruise. I enjoyed every picture and every post. I am envious of all who board today and wish we were among them. Wish you a smooth transition to the everyday world. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHEZMARYLOU Posted November 20, 2016 #116 Share Posted November 20, 2016 Thanks for the great review and all the pictures. We board in 2 weeks so glad you brought her back safe and sound. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orator Posted November 20, 2016 #117 Share Posted November 20, 2016 Disembarkation was a breeze. Walk off started at 7:00. We dropped into Michaels Club and regular disembarkation was slightly delayed. At 7:30 Niko escorted a small group of 8 off the ship. Red tagged luggage was awaiting. Group one was waiting in a roped off area awaiting their luggage to be off loaded No lines in customs and we were through and in a cab in about 5 minutes. For those that asked Terminal 25 had a special Global Entry line. Just a quick welcome home and we were through. Cab fare to airport was about $13.00 and I gave the driver a 20 due to his handling 4 Bags. We of course are early and the airport is starting to get busy. At 9:15 saw a shuttle from Silhouette and luggage tags 2 and 3. Sent from my iPhone using Forums It was a wonderful cruise and a pleasure to meet you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sippican Posted November 20, 2016 #118 Share Posted November 20, 2016 Jim, could you let me know if they are offering the Reidel wine class? We did this a couple of times, once on Summit once on Silhouette but it was a couple years ago. Thanks! Sent from my Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70F using Forums mobile app Janet - I believe the contract with Reidel has ended. I am sure some cc members more knowledgeable than I will confirm. I have not seen a mention of them. As a matter of fact, Iain asked our sommelier if the glass he brought was Reidel and he said no and then explained why he was using the particular glass for the particular chardonnay. They have been offering wine tasting and as many have noted the pressure to upsell is rather strong at times. The Reidel tasting was indeed offered in Cellar Masters, hosted by the Luminae Sommelier, Ivan. It was our first experience with the glasses and we're hooked! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Janet524 Posted November 20, 2016 #120 Share Posted November 20, 2016 Janet524, RetiredArmySgt and HostAnn. Hope you have a wonderful cruise. The ship is being prepped. The lawns are perfect - not a bare spot to be found. I have never seen such lush growth. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Thanks! Welcome back, and safe journey home. Sent from my Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70F using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebutlerdidit Posted November 20, 2016 #121 Share Posted November 20, 2016 The Reidel tasting was indeed offered in Cellar Masters, hosted by the Luminae Sommelier, Ivan. It was our first experience with the glasses and we're hooked! Ivan used to be the sommelier in Blu (2013). We really liked him; I hope he's staying on board for a while and isn't among the crew who are switching out after the TA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janet524 Posted November 20, 2016 #122 Share Posted November 20, 2016 The Reidel tasting was indeed offered in Cellar Masters, hosted by the Luminae Sommelier, Ivan. It was our first experience with the glasses and we're hooked! Thanks for the info. Will definitely take advantage of it. When we did it the first time we were skeptical, but the difference between the bar glass and the proper Reidel glass was remarkable. We are converts! Welcome back and safe travels home. Sent from my Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70F using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jim_Iain Posted November 21, 2016 Author #123 Share Posted November 21, 2016 The Reidel tasting was indeed offered in Cellar Masters, hosted by the Luminae Sommelier, Ivan. It was our first experience with the glasses and we're hooked! Glad to hear that other's more knowledgeable than I knew of the Reidel tasting was offered. I missed it in the dailies an don't recall seeing an invited to it. I agree that Ivan was a great Sommelier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tweetylori Posted November 22, 2016 #124 Share Posted November 22, 2016 Great review and pics! Was on the same cruise, so it's especially interesting to hear/see things I missed. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jim_Iain Posted November 22, 2016 Author #125 Share Posted November 22, 2016 Great review and pics! Was on the same cruise, so it's especially interesting to hear/see things I missed. Thanks! Would be nice if you posted your experiences also if they were different than ours. I'm sure each of us see and do different things. We are late diners and really don't like to go to shows early so did not see any of them. Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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