Lucie02 Posted January 19, 2018 #51 Share Posted January 19, 2018 Radio Will follow along leaving on Feb 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
divaofdisney Posted January 19, 2018 #52 Share Posted January 19, 2018 Hello everyone . . . I made it to my Pre Cruise Hotel safely. It was about a 3 Hr drive from my home in Maryland. There wasn't much traffic, but I had to watch a little news when I arrived. . . I see that Anthem of the Seas will be be arriving to Cape Liberty tonight. It was suggested that a patient needed emergency assistance. I hope all works out well for the passenger. I was able to meet several Cruise Critic members that I have been chatting with for years, It was very nice to see all of them, and I am very happy that we will be sailing tomorrow for 9 nights. I am sure there will be lots of jokes throughout the week. The forecast for tomorrow will be very cold, but no rain or snow. My hotel is only about 15-20 min from the pier so I will be able to stop briefly at the pharmacy for some cough medicine. I should have remembered to bring some. I am very happy about all of the nice comments being sent my way, and I am hoping for a very nice cruise with my ability to post many images of the beautiful Anthem of the Seas. Radio ;);) Anthem of the Seas is returning to port early . . . She willbe ready for me tomorrow The Forecast for tomorrow . Radio....may I ask which hotel you are staying at and your thoughts on it?? We are goin on Anthem in July and like you we also live in MD- just outside OC so this trip very much interests me. Do they offer parking? Transfers to pier?? Thanks so much. Today is cruise day!!! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kuddles14 Posted January 19, 2018 #53 Share Posted January 19, 2018 Radio, looking forward to your live review. I always enjoy them. My husband and I will be taking my mother in law on her in May to celebrate her 85th birthday. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare countess5 Posted January 19, 2018 #54 Share Posted January 19, 2018 Jumping on for what I know will be a great LIVE! We sailed Anthem in Europe when she first set sail. Great ship with a lot to offer! Thanks Radio! 👍😀 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
generalchadwick Posted January 19, 2018 #55 Share Posted January 19, 2018 Radio may I make a photo request? Could you please take a picture of the Welcome to the Bahamas sign for me? The one that everyone puts stickers on. I'm curious if it survived the hurricanes and if my Wife's business sticker is still there. It's on the left. Thanks Sent from my Hand Computer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimbri Posted January 19, 2018 #56 Share Posted January 19, 2018 Hi Radio - As always looking forward to your review and photos. Have a great trip!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Radio Posted January 19, 2018 Author #57 Share Posted January 19, 2018 Radio, we will be on the Anthem February 9. Your "Live" will now be the official reason I'm reading cruisecritic for hours every night. My wife will simply have to accept it.:D Wow. . . Thanks for the nice comments. . . Tell your wife I said "Thanks" Radio ;);) . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Radio Posted January 19, 2018 Author #58 Share Posted January 19, 2018 Hello everyone . . . Good morning. Today is Cruise Day! It seems that I woke up at “Radio Dark30” as I often do on cruise day. It is very cold this morning up here in Elizabeth, NJ. I wasn’t sure if I could get a cup of coffee in the Lobby. “Sorry Radio . .. It is only 4:30AM, and coffee is not available until the breakfast team arrives” Grrr . . . They didn’t arrive at 5AM or even 5:30AM. . . Oh the Humanity. I walked over to Marriott Residence Inn and had a nice cup. OK. . .things are looking better now. I really liked Embassy Suites (except for the coffee hours) Wasn’t it David Letterman who once suggested “A man’s best friend is a freshly brewed cup of hot coffee”? Oh well. I think it was. . . I am happy that Anthem of theSeas is securely docked at Cape Liberty in Bayonne, and there may be over 4500 passengers who might want to finish the debarkation process. My check in time is 12:30 PM, so I have a little time before I have to head to the pier. I hope I remembered everything . . . I guess I will find out soon. There is a shopping center on the way to the pier for a quick stop to pick up some meds. My luggage is ready, and my batteries have been charged. I should have time for a light breakfast before I head over to Bayonne. I will see you onboard Anthem of the Seas. Thanks for tuning in . . . Radio My Set Sail Pass is ready . . . My luggage tags have been affixed . . . Cape Liberty is not very far away Embassy Suites Hotel in Elizabeth, NJ The Hotels here are very close to each other Anthem of the Seas is waiting for me . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brklyn78 Posted January 19, 2018 #59 Share Posted January 19, 2018 My Set Sail Pass is ready . . . Is there an app that displays the Set Sail Pass? Brooke sent this from her iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Radio Posted January 19, 2018 Author #60 Share Posted January 19, 2018 Is there an app that displays the Set Sail Pass? You will find it in your documents. . . along with your luggage tags. Radio ;);) . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Birdnutty Posted January 19, 2018 #61 Share Posted January 19, 2018 Looking forward, as always, to your review! We'll be embarking when you return. Please leave some money in the slot machines for me. :) There is so much talk of the flu being rampant now. Would you please report back on the apparent general health of most of the passengers? Someone earlier mentioned that there were many heavy chest colds on board during the previous sailing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bethc1952 Posted January 19, 2018 #62 Share Posted January 19, 2018 I love your reviews and I'm really looking forward to your report from my favorite ship! I spent 31 nights on her in 2017 (four cruises), and will be on board again on May 17. Enjoy your cruise! Beth Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dpostman Posted January 19, 2018 #63 Share Posted January 19, 2018 My check in time is 12:30 PM, so I have a little time before I have to head to the pier. I hope I remembered everything . . . I guess I will find out soon. There is a shopping center on the way to the pier for a quick stop to pick up some meds. My luggage is ready, and my batteries have been charged. I should have time for a light breakfast before I head over to Bayonne. . WHAT??? Are you really waiting 'till 12:30 ??? How patient you are. Kudos to you. dp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
merinski Posted January 19, 2018 #64 Share Posted January 19, 2018 Are you taking the Hotel Shuttle to the port? We are staying at the same hotel getting on board when you get off. How are you stopping at the store? We would like to pick up Soda/Pop, but we are doing the shuttle. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Radio Posted January 19, 2018 Author #65 Share Posted January 19, 2018 Are you taking the Hotel Shuttle to the port? We are staying at the same hotel getting on board when you get off. How are you stopping at the store? We would like to pick up Soda/Pop, but we are doing the shuttle. Thanks i drove my car over and stopped at the store. . . Radio ;);) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XJokerX Posted January 19, 2018 #66 Share Posted January 19, 2018 I have a feeling this might push me over the edge to book my next Anthem sailing. Been borderline for some time now. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OliviaJ10 Posted January 19, 2018 #67 Share Posted January 19, 2018 Going on Anthem in March. Can’t wait to hear your updates Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Castlelassie Posted January 19, 2018 #68 Share Posted January 19, 2018 Are you taking the Hotel Shuttle to the port? We are staying at the same hotel getting on board when you get off. How are you stopping at the store? We would like to pick up Soda/Pop, but we are doing the shuttle. Thanks Does RCI now allow you to take soda/pop on board? We tried with a small case of water a few cruises ago and we couldn't take it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Castlelassie Posted January 19, 2018 #69 Share Posted January 19, 2018 Really looking forward to your reviews Radio. We are sailing on the Anthem for the first time on the 28th. So excited. Trying to get packed. I had to chuckle about you saying how cold it was. That is about the temperature here today and we are thinking it is so warm! Guess it depends on where a person lives. Haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Radio Posted January 19, 2018 Author #70 Share Posted January 19, 2018 (edited) Hello everyone . . . I am onboard ;-) I left the hotel around 10:30AM to go over to Cape Liberty. There was no traffic until I arrived at the pier. The traffic was caused by cars dropping off passengers, and other cars dropping off luggage. The delay was only about 10 minutes. Security was very easy to get through, and I didn’t have to wait in a long line to get checked in with my Set Sail Pass. A friendly Rep scanned my pass and checked me in quickly. I then boarded the ship and my friends at Sorrento’s. The total time from my entry in the Terminal to stepping foot on the ship was less than 15 min. The check in process was very efficient. I just finished muster drill, and sail away was scheduled for 3PM.(we are a little late) I will be dining tonight at Jamie’s Italian which I am looking forward to. The welcome aboard show is scheduled for 8:30PM. I have to try to squeeze in a little Casino Royale as well. Here are a few pics from embarkation. . . Thanks for tuning in. Radio The she is . . . My home for the next 9 nights. I have to pay for parking before I get back in my car to leave There were a lot of passengers in the terminal to check in I made it on board the Beautiful Anthem of the Seas The pool deck will be very busy this week. . . , Edited January 19, 2018 by Radio Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted January 19, 2018 #71 Share Posted January 19, 2018 Does RCI now allow you to take soda/pop on board? We tried with a small case of water a few cruises ago and we couldn't take it. Still against the rules, but normally allowed. We've had good luck putting the water in a rolling suitcase. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrBill64 Posted January 19, 2018 #72 Share Posted January 19, 2018 Watching your sail away on the Port of NY web cam. Looks like when you left the dock you took a scenic route toward Manhattan sailing by the Statue of Liberty before turning around and heading toward the Verrazano Bridge. Also looks like the North Star was running during your sail away. I imagine the views of NYC were pretty amazing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emen822 Posted January 19, 2018 #73 Share Posted January 19, 2018 (edited) Watching your sail away on the Port of NY web cam. Looks like when you left the dock you took a scenic route toward Manhattan sailing by the Statue of Liberty before turning around and heading toward the Verrazano Bridge. Also looks like the North Star was running during your sail away. I imagine the views of NYC were pretty amazing. I just saw the ship make a "u-turn" outside my building in downtown Manhattan. Happy to hear it was just a scenic tour and not some sort of emergency. Edited January 19, 2018 by emen822 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Summergirl*14 Posted January 19, 2018 #74 Share Posted January 19, 2018 Following....we did a 9 night last June on Anthem to Bermuda and Caribbean and are going on a short 5 nighter in May. Different ports, but still will be e following.... Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blondynka Posted January 19, 2018 #75 Share Posted January 19, 2018 Ahhh such nostalgia. This time last year we were on her. Have an amazing time!!! She is a WONDERFUL ship :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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