OceansOfTravels Posted August 25, 2017 #26 Share Posted August 25, 2017 Monument of Victor Emanuele View from the roof Sent from my iPhone using Forums I'm glad that it took you no time to go through security and get out of that airport, it took me 3 hours last month. Your pictures are incredible, they're bringing back so many good memories. Is it your first time to Rome? It truly is a timeless city! :hearteyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiniChunks Posted August 25, 2017 #27 Share Posted August 25, 2017 Our honeymoon was a 12 night Med cruise on Brilliance in 05. Rome was definitely one of the highlights. Just wait until you see Santorini(if you havent already been) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PCWalton1 Posted August 25, 2017 #28 Share Posted August 25, 2017 Wow, what great itineraries. Thanks for taking the time and effort to do the postings. I know how they can get time consuming if you are not careful. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare WrittenOnYourHeart Posted August 25, 2017 #29 Share Posted August 25, 2017 Thanks for doing this!! Definitely following along as a friend and I are on the same Greek Isles itinerary on the Jewel next summer!! :) Have a wonderful trip!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tdtanc Posted August 25, 2017 #30 Share Posted August 25, 2017 On Jewel of the Seas September 10th. How long is your cruise? Todd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cinnamon Posted August 25, 2017 #31 Share Posted August 25, 2017 Following along.........till we join Brilliance on Tuesday. [emoji6] Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoopster95 Posted August 26, 2017 Author #32 Share Posted August 26, 2017 G'morn from Rome and the Borghese Gardens and Gallery. We walked around last night after dinner Free wifi around the Borghese... Folks, I've been to Rome 5th time now, and this was my first time to the gallery.... Wow, what an idiot I was! An absolute MUST see, must must must. Simply beautiful Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare little britain Posted August 26, 2017 #33 Share Posted August 26, 2017 [emoji112][emoji112] travelling along vicariously.... and wishing I was back on board!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoopster95 Posted August 26, 2017 Author #34 Share Posted August 26, 2017 [emoji112][emoji112] travelling along vicariously.... and wishing I was back on board!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Hey little Britain!! Thx for dropping by. You live close enough to do just that [emoji6] Btw Thx to everyone who's dropped in this far and to those who wished me well re family matters etc Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoopster95 Posted August 26, 2017 Author #35 Share Posted August 26, 2017 Another incredible day site seeing. Piazza del Popolo We made are way towards the Spanish Steps and decided to stop in a not so busy smaller street before we got to the mess of people closer in. How we picked the restaurant? Italian menu in the wall (little English) and Italians conversing and eating ( locals, a very good sign), and a busy place inside and out: We chose the final table for two outside and made friend with the gents next to us... Mauricio from Rome and his friend Sergio from Sicily. Sergio gave me his number and invited us to Sicily any time lol!!! His son wants to visit Canada so I returned the offer. We had a spectacular non touristy lunch with a homemade pasta and homemade excellent red wine. Perfecto!!! Gelato at Fontana de Trevi Piazza Nationale Santa Maria Maggiore Currently chilling out our room, meeting Beachcruzer and DH for dinner and another early evening to bed. Will start with all the good Jewel stuff tomorrow... Embarkation day!!!! G'night everyone [emoji1] Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoopster95 Posted August 26, 2017 Author #36 Share Posted August 26, 2017 On Jewel of the Seas September 10th. How long is your cruise? Todd Hi Todd. We embark tomorrow for 14 days. You've got the 9 day Greek itinerary with Messina and Naples I believe Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wheretonow? Posted August 26, 2017 #37 Share Posted August 26, 2017 I can't tell you how much I appreciate you sharing your trip with us. We are booked for a B2B (sort-of) next summer - 7 nights on the Constellation from Venice, 1 nt in Rome, followed by the same itin as you on the Jewel. Living vicariously through you and taking lots of notes! Buon Viaggio! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tdtanc Posted August 26, 2017 #38 Share Posted August 26, 2017 Yes you are correct. Sicily/ Mykonos/Santorini/Rhodes/Athens/Naples. I love how your cruise is essentially backing right up to mine. You get off and I get on....the 10th. Your cruise makes it ever so closer. Looking forward to your review. I will be staying at the Albergo del Senato right next to the Pantheon for 3 days prior to the cruise. I wasnt going to do the Borghese and opt for a tour of the travestere area but perhaps I will reconsider that. I hope you have a great cruise! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cmoore19 Posted August 26, 2017 #39 Share Posted August 26, 2017 I was on thursday evening and there was a ton of photos. Did something happen? Like the ones of Pompeii? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisinfever Posted August 26, 2017 #40 Share Posted August 26, 2017 We are boarding October 7th for the 9 night Greek Isle cruise. We are also staying an extra week in Rome. Can't wait to see all your pictures. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
made in canada Posted August 27, 2017 #41 Share Posted August 27, 2017 following along :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mj Posted August 27, 2017 #42 Share Posted August 27, 2017 Looking forward to hearing the rest of the review. Great review so far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoopster95 Posted August 27, 2017 Author #43 Share Posted August 27, 2017 Hi everyone. We're on board. Here's hump cabin 8596 It was asked if the balcony dividers open... Yes they do. Staff have to unscrew the bolts top and bottom and hinges turn the dividers Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoopster95 Posted August 27, 2017 Author #44 Share Posted August 27, 2017 A few more 1st look as we arrived... Great driver "cabs4rome", Maurizio. 135 euro shared with Beachcruzer and DH. Waaaaaaaaay better than the train in a nice Mercedes van. Beachcruzer mentioned it was the quickest she ever got on board. No joke maybe 10min from giving porter our luggage, checking we walked right up to a desk clerk, and walking to the gangway. Superb WJ back deck for lunch with Oceania Riviera and an MSC ship docked with us Time to go explore and chill Out at pool deck. Tomorrow at sea so likely mom posting folks. Next you'll hear from me is beautiful Santorini. Ciao for now Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cinnamon Posted August 27, 2017 #45 Share Posted August 27, 2017 Thanks very much for the photos, good to see the size of the balcony. We'll be 'next door' but on Brilliance (sister ship) on Tuesday. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drummerdavebmth Posted August 27, 2017 #46 Share Posted August 27, 2017 Great live review so far! I'm looking forward to the rest of the review :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Septemberbride07 Posted August 27, 2017 #47 Share Posted August 27, 2017 Enjoy Jewel! We were on her in June. Say hello to Allen and Leonora at the schooner from Rick and Trish. Best drinks on board and they are great to chat with. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare perfect match Posted August 28, 2017 #48 Share Posted August 28, 2017 Looks like your time in Rome was well spent. Hope to get there myself some day. Can't wait to see your post from Santorini! :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiniChunks Posted August 28, 2017 #49 Share Posted August 28, 2017 Thanks for the balcony pictures. Only 251 days until its my turn!😢 Sent from my SM-G950U using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hexl2000 Posted August 29, 2017 #50 Share Posted August 29, 2017 Hi, Thank you for the nice pics. We are booked on the TA this November. I´m very interested in the Menus of the MDR. Have a wonderful vacation!! BR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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