DFWJean&Bill Posted June 9, 2018 #1 Share Posted June 9, 2018 I have always meant to write a review "as soon as I get back from my cruise!" I even carefully take notes that I think might be of interest or help to others while on the different ships, and alas, after eleven cruises this is the first time I have written something. We have sailed many times out of different ports into the crystal waters of the Caribbean. We have gone to Alaska (breathtaking-a must do if you have not); New England fall foliage and the Pacific coast with two night stop in San Francisco. They were all different and all amazing. We continue to find the people on cruises to be friendly and interesting, always a joy. Now, as the "never have I" part. I must admit I have never stepped a toe in a swimming pool or hot tub on board. Nothing against it, we have a pool here at home, it just isn't my thing on a cruise. And yes, you can thank us now or thank us later, that means we NEVER hog those chairs by the pool-leaving them available from dawn to dusk for everyone to share. We have never eaten at one of the specialty restaurants, or even Johnny Rockets. We find the "free" food plentiful and enjoy all of it. Is it gourmet every moment? No, but they prepare, cook, serve, clean up-what is there not to like? We do plan, however, to try a restaurant on our next cruise on the Liberty. Just as a treat! Can you recommend your favorite? I have never gone down a slide, but I did enjoy the zip line on the Oasis, and my husband thought the zip line in Haiti was great fun. I have never tried the Flowrider, but it looks SO exciting and I always spend a lot of time out there cheering everyone on! I have never done Karaoke, but I did sit on the floor on my butt and scoot across the ice rink during The Quest, we got extra points for that!! You will see me dancing, quite possibly alone, at every place where there is dance music playing, yes, I am over 65 so that is allowed.....falls in the "crazy old lady" category. I have never taken an "over the door shoe thingy" to hold all our stuff. I tried the magnets on the wall, sounded like a great idea, the next morning everything was on the floor? Taking a highlighter is great idea! I usually find it about the 5th day buried in the bottom of my purse or a suitcase along with my bathroom candle/battery light. We don't buy the alcohol package, but thank goodness many do, it makes for a very happy group of people. Happy cruising! Hope we meet you someday! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beachnative Posted June 9, 2018 #2 Share Posted June 9, 2018 There are very few “never have I ever”S for us. We’ve pretty much done almost everything on a cruise ship in our 120+ sailings. BUt......never have we ever made whoopii in a ships’s hot tub.........darn. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisinfanatic Posted June 9, 2018 #3 Share Posted June 9, 2018 I have always meant to write a review "as soon as I get back from my cruise!" I even carefully take notes that I think might be of interest or help to others while on the different ships, and alas, after eleven cruises this is the first time I have written something. We have sailed many times out of different ports into the crystal waters of the Caribbean. We have gone to Alaska (breathtaking-a must do if you have not); New England fall foliage and the Pacific coast with two night stop in San Francisco. They were all different and all amazing. We continue to find the people on cruises to be friendly and interesting, always a joy. Now, as the "never have I" part. I must admit I have never stepped a toe in a swimming pool or hot tub on board. Nothing against it, we have a pool here at home, it just isn't my thing on a cruise. And yes, you can thank us now or thank us later, that means we NEVER hog those chairs by the pool-leaving them available from dawn to dusk for everyone to share. We have never eaten at one of the specialty restaurants, or even Johnny Rockets. We find the "free" food plentiful and enjoy all of it. Is it gourmet every moment? No, but they prepare, cook, serve, clean up-what is there not to like? We do plan, however, to try a restaurant on our next cruise on the Liberty. Just as a treat! Can you recommend your favorite? I have never gone down a slide, but I did enjoy the zip line on the Oasis, and my husband thought the zip line in Haiti was great fun. I have never tried the Flowrider, but it looks SO exciting and I always spend a lot of time out there cheering everyone on! I have never done Karaoke, but I did sit on the floor on my butt and scoot across the ice rink during The Quest, we got extra points for that!! You will see me dancing, quite possibly alone, at every place where there is dance music playing, yes, I am over 65 so that is allowed.....falls in the "crazy old lady" category. I have never taken an "over the door shoe thingy" to hold all our stuff. I tried the magnets on the wall, sounded like a great idea, the next morning everything was on the floor? Taking a highlighter is great idea! I usually find it about the 5th day buried in the bottom of my purse or a suitcase along with my bathroom candle/battery light. We don't buy the alcohol package, but thank goodness many do, it makes for a very happy group of people. Happy cruising! Hope we meet you someday! You are my kind of person! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skid10 Posted June 9, 2018 #4 Share Posted June 9, 2018 DFWJean&Bill Yours may just be the best post ever! We'd be lucky to meet you on a cruise one day! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mjawaverunner Posted June 9, 2018 #5 Share Posted June 9, 2018 I have always meant to write a review "as soon as I get back from my cruise!" I even carefully take notes that I think might be of interest or help to others while on the different ships, and alas, after eleven cruises this is the first time I have written something. We have sailed many times out of different ports into the crystal waters of the Caribbean. We have gone to Alaska (breathtaking-a must do if you have not); New England fall foliage and the Pacific coast with two night stop in San Francisco. They were all different and all amazing. We continue to find the people on cruises to be friendly and interesting, always a joy. Now, as the "never have I" part. I must admit I have never stepped a toe in a swimming pool or hot tub on board. Nothing against it, we have a pool here at home, it just isn't my thing on a cruise. And yes, you can thank us now or thank us later, that means we NEVER hog those chairs by the pool-leaving them available from dawn to dusk for everyone to share. We have never eaten at one of the specialty restaurants, or even Johnny Rockets. We find the "free" food plentiful and enjoy all of it. Is it gourmet every moment? No, but they prepare, cook, serve, clean up-what is there not to like? We do plan, however, to try a restaurant on our next cruise on the Liberty. Just as a treat! Can you recommend your favorite? I have never gone down a slide, but I did enjoy the zip line on the Oasis, and my husband thought the zip line in Haiti was great fun. I have never tried the Flowrider, but it looks SO exciting and I always spend a lot of time out there cheering everyone on! I have never done Karaoke, but I did sit on the floor on my butt and scoot across the ice rink during The Quest, we got extra points for that!! You will see me dancing, quite possibly alone, at every place where there is dance music playing, yes, I am over 65 so that is allowed.....falls in the "crazy old lady" category. I have never taken an "over the door shoe thingy" to hold all our stuff. I tried the magnets on the wall, sounded like a great idea, the next morning everything was on the floor? Taking a highlighter is great idea! I usually find it about the 5th day buried in the bottom of my purse or a suitcase along with my bathroom candle/battery light. We don't buy the alcohol package, but thank goodness many do, it makes for a very happy group of people. Happy cruising! Hope we meet you someday! I find that some people who purchase the drink package are sometimes the best entertainment on board. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reallyhooked Posted June 10, 2018 #6 Share Posted June 10, 2018 DFWJean&Bill love your positive attitude. I did the hot tub once on a cruise. Missed my chance to do the zipline. We live in your area. 20 mins. From DFW Airport. Taking our 4th cruise to Alaska in 90 days. Happy cruising Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HanFamily Posted June 10, 2018 #7 Share Posted June 10, 2018 What a breath of fresh air!!! :) Love your post! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lenquixote66 Posted June 10, 2018 #8 Share Posted June 10, 2018 I have always meant to write a review "as soon as I get back from my cruise!" I even carefully take notes that I think might be of interest or help to others while on the different ships, and alas, after eleven cruises this is the first time I have written something. We have sailed many times out of different ports into the crystal waters of the Caribbean. We have gone to Alaska (breathtaking-a must do if you have not); New England fall foliage and the Pacific coast with two night stop in San Francisco. They were all different and all amazing. We continue to find the people on cruises to be friendly and interesting, always a joy. Now, as the "never have I" part. I must admit I have never stepped a toe in a swimming pool or hot tub on board. Nothing against it, we have a pool here at home, it just isn't my thing on a cruise. And yes, you can thank us now or thank us later, that means we NEVER hog those chairs by the pool-leaving them available from dawn to dusk for everyone to share. We have never eaten at one of the specialty restaurants, or even Johnny Rockets. We find the "free" food plentiful and enjoy all of it. Is it gourmet every moment? No, but they prepare, cook, serve, clean up-what is there not to like? We do plan, however, to try a restaurant on our next cruise on the Liberty. Just as a treat! Can you recommend your favorite? I have never gone down a slide, but I did enjoy the zip line on the Oasis, and my husband thought the zip line in Haiti was great fun. I have never tried the Flowrider, but it looks SO exciting and I always spend a lot of time out there cheering everyone on! I have never done Karaoke, but I did sit on the floor on my butt and scoot across the ice rink during The Quest, we got extra points for that!! You will see me dancing, quite possibly alone, at every place where there is dance music playing, yes, I am over 65 so that is allowed.....falls in the "crazy old lady" category. I have never taken an "over the door shoe thingy" to hold all our stuff. I tried the magnets on the wall, sounded like a great idea, the next morning everything was on the floor? Taking a highlighter is great idea! I usually find it about the 5th day buried in the bottom of my purse or a suitcase along with my bathroom candle/battery light. We don't buy the alcohol package, but thank goodness many do, it makes for a very happy group of people. Happy cruising! Hope we meet you someday! I have always meant to write a review "as soon as I get back from my cruise!" I even carefully take notes that I think might be of interest or help to others while on the different ships, and alas, after eleven cruises this is the first time I have written something. We have sailed many times out of different ports into the crystal waters of the Caribbean. We have gone to Alaska (breathtaking-a must do if you have not); New England fall foliage and the Pacific coast with two night stop in San Francisco. They were all different and all amazing. We continue to find the people on cruises to be friendly and interesting, always a joy. Now, as the "never have I" part. I must admit I have never stepped a toe in a swimming pool or hot tub on board. Nothing against it, we have a pool here at home, it just isn't my thing on a cruise. And yes, you can thank us now or thank us later, that means we NEVER hog those chairs by the pool-leaving them available from dawn to dusk for everyone to share. We have never eaten at one of the specialty restaurants, or even Johnny Rockets. We find the "free" food plentiful and enjoy all of it. Is it gourmet every moment? No, but they prepare, cook, serve, clean up-what is there not to like? We do plan, however, to try a restaurant on our next cruise on the Liberty. Just as a treat! Can you recommend your favorite? I have never gone down a slide, but I did enjoy the zip line on the Oasis, and my husband thought the zip line in Haiti was great fun. I have never tried the Flowrider, but it looks SO exciting and I always spend a lot of time out there cheering everyone on! I have never done Karaoke, but I did sit on the floor on my butt and scoot across the ice rink during The Quest, we got extra points for that!! You will see me dancing, quite possibly alone, at every place where there is dance music playing, yes, I am over 65 so that is allowed.....falls in the "crazy old lady" category. I have never taken an "over the door shoe thingy" to hold all our stuff. I tried the magnets on the wall, sounded like a great idea, the next morning everything was on the floor? Taking a highlighter is great idea! I usually find it about the 5th day buried in the bottom of my purse or a suitcase along with my bathroom candle/battery light. We don't buy the alcohol package, but thank goodness many do, it makes for a very happy group of people. Happy cruising! Hope we meet you someday! We have never been in a ship pool or hot tub . The last time I was in a pool anywhere was 1983. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KeywestK Posted June 10, 2018 #9 Share Posted June 10, 2018 Very likely the best post I have ever seen on this site. Hope to meet you on a cruise someday.[emoji274][emoji267] Sent from my SM-T713 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BonTexasNY Posted June 10, 2018 #10 Share Posted June 10, 2018 What a delightful original post. I share some of your "never have I ever" items. Bravo for scooting across the floor during the Quest. Extra points well deserved! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LillCruiser Posted June 10, 2018 #11 Share Posted June 10, 2018 This is such a breath of fresh air and quite possibly my favorite post ever on Cruise Critic. Thank you. I hope to see you dancing on one of my cruises one day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinders411 Posted June 10, 2018 #12 Share Posted June 10, 2018 Never have I ever: Purchased art onboard. Sang Karaoke. Smuggled alcohol. Worked out at the gym. Purchased gold by the inch.:p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melrosgirl Posted June 10, 2018 #13 Share Posted June 10, 2018 Never have I ever ... Sang Karaoke Gone to Quest (goal for this month!) Taken an exercise class Gone on any excursions at Falmouth (4 cruises there - just hate idea of hour drive) Stood on line to meet the captain Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big_G Posted June 10, 2018 #14 Share Posted June 10, 2018 Had a guy snuggle up to me at the bar in the pub just before he passed out. That was pretty entertaining. The bartenders had to call the men in black to escort him out. We still laugh about that one. Sent from my XT1254 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
champagne123 Posted June 10, 2018 #15 Share Posted June 10, 2018 I originally was not going to click on your post ....and sooo glad I did!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westcoastvecs Posted June 10, 2018 #16 Share Posted June 10, 2018 Love it!! ❤️ Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FloridaPalms Posted June 10, 2018 #17 Share Posted June 10, 2018 You will see me dancing, quite possibly alone, at every place where there is dance music playing, yes, I am over 65 so that is allowed.....falls in the "crazy old lady" category. Love it! One of the perks that comes with our age. :D Never have I ever ... - been on the Rising Tide Bar, despite it being one of my intentions when I sailed Oasis, Harmony and Allure. Maybe this October. - sung Karaoke - had dinner with the Captain - volunteered my bra or my teeth for Quest. :eek: I have ... - sailed solo - ziplined at sea - rode the Abyss - smuggled alcohol (but never have I ever been caught). Yeah, I’m a bad old lady. Please don’t judge me too harshly. I’ve repented. :halo:;) ~ Judy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmilyJay Posted June 10, 2018 #18 Share Posted June 10, 2018 I love this! Also we loved Giovanni's as a speciality restaurant. Never Have I Ever... - Been on the FlowRider. I chickened out post bad knee and my last cruise I was 11 weeks out of surgery so I couldn't. Next time maybe. - Sung Karaoke. People would leave if I did. - Been to Quest! Why have I not been, I don't know!!! - Been to the Gym!!! HAH. I Have.... - Done the Rock Climbing Wall. - Rode the carousal (I was 24 at the time) - Rode the Abyss. - Attempted to run the running track. (And gave up as I decided I was on vacation. But the thought was there.) - Fallen down the stairs (no alcohol was consumed.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurin612 Posted June 10, 2018 #19 Share Posted June 10, 2018 Never have I ever: Stayed in an inside room Stayed in a suite (other than a JS) Purchased art onboard or gone to any of the art auction festivities Sang Karaoke Been on the Flow Rider Set foot in the gym Climbed the climbing wall Run (or walked) on the track Purchased "gold by the inch" Been to Quest (I had no idea it existed but will look out for it on our upcoming cruise!) Dined in one of the specialty restaurants (other than Johnny Rocket's) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcc1025 Posted June 10, 2018 #20 Share Posted June 10, 2018 Love the lists, and makes me feel better that I have never been to the gym. So here is my list, I have never: Sang Karaoke Had dinner in the Windjammer , but might in our next cruise in August. Gone to the gym Had a massage Participated in the belly flow contest (but would never miss watching it) Participated in Quest (but would never miss going to the show) Done the rock climbing wall. Ice skated (I can't ice skate) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DFWJean&Bill Posted June 12, 2018 Author #21 Share Posted June 12, 2018 Thank you for your kind comments. You added several things I had not thought of! So next cruise, let's just throw caution to the wind, go a little CRAZY and buy a few of those "inches of gold"???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4774Papa Posted June 12, 2018 #22 Share Posted June 12, 2018 I find that some people who purchase the drink package are sometimes the best entertainment on board. Sent from my iPad using Forums OR the worst entertainment on board. We rarely see intoxicated people on a cruise go over the line, but we have see it a couple of times and it isn't pretty. I think pushing the drink packages, especially for the short 3-4 day cruises to Nassau are very different. We have never done one of those, but my Son and his friends did one and they said it was awful. So many drunks and so much crude behavior. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrD Posted June 12, 2018 #23 Share Posted June 12, 2018 Never have I ever skipped dessert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruizers Posted June 12, 2018 #24 Share Posted June 12, 2018 I have always meant to write a review "as soon as I get back from my cruise!" I even carefully take notes that I think might be of interest or help to others while on the different ships, and alas, after eleven cruises this is the first time I have written something. We have sailed many times out of different ports into the crystal waters of the Caribbean. We have gone to Alaska (breathtaking-a must do if you have not); New England fall foliage and the Pacific coast with two night stop in San Francisco. They were all different and all amazing. We continue to find the people on cruises to be friendly and interesting, always a joy. Now, as the "never have I" part. I must admit I have never stepped a toe in a swimming pool or hot tub on board. Nothing against it, we have a pool here at home, it just isn't my thing on a cruise. And yes, you can thank us now or thank us later, that means we NEVER hog those chairs by the pool-leaving them available from dawn to dusk for everyone to share. We have never eaten at one of the specialty restaurants, or even Johnny Rockets. We find the "free" food plentiful and enjoy all of it. Is it gourmet every moment? No, but they prepare, cook, serve, clean up-what is there not to like? We do plan, however, to try a restaurant on our next cruise on the Liberty. Just as a treat! Can you recommend your favorite? I have never gone down a slide, but I did enjoy the zip line on the Oasis, and my husband thought the zip line in Haiti was great fun. I have never tried the Flowrider, but it looks SO exciting and I always spend a lot of time out there cheering everyone on! I have never done Karaoke, but I did sit on the floor on my butt and scoot across the ice rink during The Quest, we got extra points for that!! You will see me dancing, quite possibly alone, at every place where there is dance music playing, yes, I am over 65 so that is allowed.....falls in the "crazy old lady" category. I have never taken an "over the door shoe thingy" to hold all our stuff. I tried the magnets on the wall, sounded like a great idea, the next morning everything was on the floor? Taking a highlighter is great idea! I usually find it about the 5th day buried in the bottom of my purse or a suitcase along with my bathroom candle/battery light. We don't buy the alcohol package, but thank goodness many do, it makes for a very happy group of people. Happy cruising! Hope we meet you someday! Thank you! You summed it up beautifully - - would love to meet you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindivan Posted June 13, 2018 #25 Share Posted June 13, 2018 Super fun post! Hope to meet OP some day. I’m sure we will have lots of fun! But I can’t help but wonder, perhaps this is a challenge list?! [emoji6] Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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