Gimmiethebeach Posted March 24, 2017 #1 Share Posted March 24, 2017 We left Colorado at 6:20 this morning, in 30+ mph winds and sleet and snow. It was a fitting send off since this past week we have had beautiful, and unseasonably warm, 75 degree days. It's just so much more satisfying leaving the cold for the sunny Caribbean! A quick connection in Nashville has us now in an Uber going from Fort Lauderdale to our hotel in North Miami. We flew in two days early because the kids didn't have school today, and the flights were much cheaper. It's looking like tomorrow might be a beach day for us. Then finally we will be on the Getaway on Sunday! Look what greated us at FLL. Nothing like a little Guy Harvey to get you excited for NCL! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gimmiethebeach Posted March 24, 2017 Author #2 Share Posted March 24, 2017 Uber was $43 from FLL to our hotel which is in Sunny Isles Beach. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kdoc98 Posted March 24, 2017 #3 Share Posted March 24, 2017 Yay!!! Following along!! [emoji41] Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stellanor Posted March 24, 2017 #4 Share Posted March 24, 2017 On the same sailing! See you soon! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N915A using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sclipere23 Posted March 24, 2017 #5 Share Posted March 24, 2017 Can't wait to meet up with you on the ship!! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dart17 Posted March 24, 2017 #6 Share Posted March 24, 2017 Following along for the ride!! Our turn in December! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oteixeira Posted March 24, 2017 #7 Share Posted March 24, 2017 You sure did start early, I was afraid the ship left without me when I read the title. :P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaco5NC Posted March 24, 2017 #8 Share Posted March 24, 2017 Have a wonderful trip!! We sail 3 weeks from this Sunday! Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gimmiethebeach Posted March 24, 2017 Author #9 Share Posted March 24, 2017 Our hotel is one of those that looks amazing in the lobby and then you get off the elevator and the hallway smells like cat food. Like literally. But we are right on the beach so we will do our best to stay out of the hallway. First drink of vacation (well, ok, first drink of the trip in Florida). Cheers! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stellanor Posted March 24, 2017 #10 Share Posted March 24, 2017 Our hotel is one of those that looks amazing in the lobby and then you get off the elevator and the hallway smells like cat food. I snorted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparkles217 Posted March 24, 2017 #11 Share Posted March 24, 2017 Joining you on the same ship on Sunday! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sclipere23 Posted March 24, 2017 #12 Share Posted March 24, 2017 Our hotel is one of those that looks amazing in the lobby and then you get off the elevator and the hallway smells like cat food. Like literally. But we are right on the beach so we will do our best to stay out of the hallway. First drink of vacation (well, ok, first drink of the trip in Florida). Cheers! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Beach anywhere is better than snow-smells and all!! Enjoy the sun! Lisa Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stinkybaby Posted March 25, 2017 #13 Share Posted March 25, 2017 :eek:CAN YOU PLEASE TELL ME WHAT DAY BEEF WELLINGTON IS SERVED?? Thanks!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gimmiethebeach Posted March 25, 2017 Author #14 Share Posted March 25, 2017 Cat food hallway aside, you can't complain about this. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gimmiethebeach Posted March 25, 2017 Author #15 Share Posted March 25, 2017 :eek:CAN YOU PLEASE TELL ME WHAT DAY BEEF WELLINGTON IS SERVED?? Thanks!!!!! I will do my best to remember! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gimmiethebeach Posted March 25, 2017 Author #16 Share Posted March 25, 2017 It's super windy on the Atlantic coast today. Both a red flag and a purple flag flying. I just looked up the purple flag and it means marine pests are present in the water. Aidan is now done swimming and Patrick is arguing with him about it. Ahh, the joys of vacation. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gimmiethebeach Posted March 25, 2017 Author #17 Share Posted March 25, 2017 This morning the lobby has been full of people waiting for their transport to the port. It's making all of us so excited and so ready to be on the ship!! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gimmiethebeach Posted March 25, 2017 Author #18 Share Posted March 25, 2017 After our beach time, and Patrick getting a small sting from something in the water on the side of his face [emoji33], we did our usual running around to grab the things we didn't want to lug in our bags from Colorado. And the things we forgot. Shampoo, sunscreen, toothbrush, etc. When Kevin opened his bag this morning he realized the flip flops he packed had been loved on by one of the puppies we fostered. Oops. So a trip to Marshals was in order as well. We always seem to do this the day before a cruise. We would be in big trouble if we ever flew in the the same day as embarkation! I just have to share that I am writing this while I'm getting a pedicure at some little nail place across from our hotel. First, I feel like I'm in that Seinfeld episode where Elaine was getting her nails done and they were all talking about her. These two ladies and talking and laughing and pointing at the toes of the customer sitting next to me. Second, I've never wanted to kick someone in the face so bad. This woman is killing me. I'm talking calf massage with her nails and digging into my skin to get the extra polish off. I should have splurged on the ship and dealt with the hard sell of the over priced products! One more sleep and we are on the ship! [emoji4][emoji484][emoji322] Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
holmar12 Posted March 25, 2017 #19 Share Posted March 25, 2017 Following was on Getaway couple weeks ago. beautiful ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LuCruise Posted March 25, 2017 #20 Share Posted March 25, 2017 Following along. Enjoy your cruise! Sent from my ONE E1005 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gimmiethebeach Posted March 26, 2017 Author #21 Share Posted March 26, 2017 So fun fact of the trip #1. If you find a coconut on the beach in all of the seaweed and dead jellyfish, it's best to leave it there. Bringing it in to the room and opening it up is just not advised unless you enjoy the smell of rotten milk and vomit coming out of your sink drain. Hello 16 year old boys. Fun fact #2. Umbrellas at CVS are $20 each and we are cheap about stuff like that. And it's raining in Miami tonight. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare tripleboom Posted March 26, 2017 #22 Share Posted March 26, 2017 We'll be doing the Western Caribbean itinerary on the Escape in June. Looking forward to your review, particularly as it relates to your shore shenanigans. Have an awesome time!! Sent from my XT1094 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClevelandCruisin Posted March 26, 2017 #23 Share Posted March 26, 2017 Enjoy your cruise! Leaving in 8 days for the pearl to Aruba, Columbia, Panama and Costa Rica!! I'll be going live soon! :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gimmiethebeach Posted March 26, 2017 Author #24 Share Posted March 26, 2017 Enjoy your cruise! Leaving in 8 days for the pearl to Aruba, Columbia, Panama and Costa Rica!! I'll be going live soon! :-) I will definitely follow! I want to do that itinerary so badly! Where do you sail out of? Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClevelandCruisin Posted March 26, 2017 #25 Share Posted March 26, 2017 I will definitely follow! I want to do that itinerary so badly! Where do you sail out of? Sent from my iPhone using Forums Sail out of Miami! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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