Rare APDMOM Posted December 24, 2018 Author #26 Share Posted December 24, 2018 Walk with me as the sun rises over our ship: 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phabric Posted December 24, 2018 #27 Share Posted December 24, 2018 Following along 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mparis184 Posted December 24, 2018 #28 Share Posted December 24, 2018 You are taking some really good ship photos and I am enjoying how you are reviewing the food. Three more weeks and it will be our turn! Marion 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare APDMOM Posted December 24, 2018 Author #29 Share Posted December 24, 2018 Elite perks: Since we enjoyed one of our Celebrity perks in Tuscan Grille, this is a good time to post those Elite Perks: 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare APDMOM Posted December 24, 2018 Author #30 Share Posted December 24, 2018 I absolutely love the quiet atmosphere, small portions, and drink options for the Elite (and up) breakfast in Tuscan Grille. Who can say no to a free Bellini or Mimosa? And I love those Cappuccinos and Latte’s in real cups! More pictures to follow later this week. Here is just a sneak peek of our first morning in Tuscan Grille for breakfast. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare APDMOM Posted December 24, 2018 Author #31 Share Posted December 24, 2018 Meet and Mingle: After breakfast, we dropped DS off at the balcony so that we could enjoy the Cruise Critic Meet and Mingle. Tip: It really makes a difference if you don’t sit down as soon as you arrive. Just start up a conversation about cruising with the first arrivals, and you will learn so much more about cruising and make new friends. This was one of my favorite Meet and Mingles, as everyone was engaged in conversation, and we celebrated a milestone birthday with a CC friend! Dan the Cruise director: (Such a talented singer and entertainer!) The staff members who took time out of their day to spend a few minutes with us - I really can not choose a favorite. They are all very personable and dedicated to making this a special cruise for all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mparis184 Posted December 24, 2018 #32 Share Posted December 24, 2018 Thanks for posting the info left in your cabin regarding Elite Members Events and Discounts. There has been much controversy on the boards regarding free admission to the Persian Garden on one sea day while the ship is in port. It seems that many Elite members have been told the policy was changed and they were not admitted to the spa to use the Persian Garden, they were told they would have to pay $59 to access the Persian Garden. Hoping they will allow us to use it without a fee next month as noted in the info they gave you. Thanks 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare APDMOM Posted December 25, 2018 Author #33 Share Posted December 25, 2018 Gingerbread House Decorating: After the Meet and Mingle, we found some seats to watch the gingerbread house decorating competition. It was fun and informative, but we did not stay to see who won... so much to do, so little time: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare APDMOM Posted December 25, 2018 Author #34 Share Posted December 25, 2018 (edited) Lunch was a hodgepodge of items, including a couple of snacks from Aqua Spa Café (tasted like health food...aka not a repeater 😂) DS enjoyed fries and a hotdog from the Mast Grille. Captains Club Celebration: This event was between 12:30 and 1:30 p.m. It was surprisingly not very well attended, but still fun. List of drinks: Captain Dimitrios: The Appletini was very good. I like the small sizes of the drinks they offer. Edited December 25, 2018 by APDMOM 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mparis184 Posted December 25, 2018 #35 Share Posted December 25, 2018 Thanks the Captain looks cool. I love sea days were there a lot of activities? What I miss on the Caribbean cruises are the enrichment lectures that are available on European cruises or TA's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cardiffman Posted December 25, 2018 #36 Share Posted December 25, 2018 31 minutes ago, APDMOM said: Captain Dimitrios: I feel this is what Elton John would look like if he changed careers. 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mparis184 Posted December 25, 2018 #37 Share Posted December 25, 2018 That was pretty funny and I think you are right! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare APDMOM Posted December 25, 2018 Author #38 Share Posted December 25, 2018 1 hour ago, Mparis184 said: Thanks the Captain looks cool. I love sea days were there a lot of activities? What I miss on the Caribbean cruises are the enrichment lectures that are available on European cruises or TA's. He is definitely a lot of fun and personable. Yes, there are plenty of activities to participate in during the day. I will post all the dailies at the end of the week. I agree... we had great educational nature talks on our Alaska cruise with Celebrity, but there not as many on this ship. Of course, there is the option of the hot glass classes and the iLounge offers classes for Apple products. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare APDMOM Posted December 25, 2018 Author #39 Share Posted December 25, 2018 List of officers: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silkroad Posted December 25, 2018 #40 Share Posted December 25, 2018 1 hour ago, APDMOM said: Captain Dimitrios: This is a great photo of the captain! He looks like he’s a lot of fun. That looks like Julie Sherrington in the corner of the photo. We met her on Reflection, and thought she was fabulous🙂 Time for us to book the Equinox😁 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mparis184 Posted December 25, 2018 #41 Share Posted December 25, 2018 Thanks I forgot about those Apple classes on the ship. They are very informative and I learned a lot the last time I attended. Looking forward to going again. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upwarduk Posted December 25, 2018 #42 Share Posted December 25, 2018 6 hours ago, Mparis184 said: What I miss on the Caribbean cruises are the enrichment lectures that are available on European cruises or TA's. Even some of those can vary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare APDMOM Posted December 25, 2018 Author #43 Share Posted December 25, 2018 13 hours ago, Silkroad said: This is a great photo of the captain! He looks like he’s a lot of fun. That looks like Julie Sherrington in the corner of the photo. We met her on Reflection, and thought she was fabulous🙂 Time for us to book the Equinox😁 You are right. That is Julie. I agree she is an excellent Guest Relations Director... always smiling or laughing. 🙂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare APDMOM Posted December 25, 2018 Author #44 Share Posted December 25, 2018 Day 2 MDR lunch menu (which we missed in lieu of the Captain’s Club Celebration): Following a nap on the balcony, we got ready for “Evening Chic” night. All dressed up, and finally somewhere to go: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silkismom Posted December 25, 2018 #45 Share Posted December 25, 2018 Following and enjoying!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare APDMOM Posted December 25, 2018 Author #46 Share Posted December 25, 2018 Dinner Menu: Very successful choices today! All repeaters. Waldorf Chicken Salad (Repeater): Mediterranean Seafood Orzo (Repeater): Roasted Trout (Repeater): Broiled Salmon (Repeater): Dessert Menu: (We had chocolate lava cake, which escaped the camera once again... how does that happen?) To me, the chocolate lava cake was just okay, but DH and DS say it is a Repeater... 🙂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare APDMOM Posted December 25, 2018 Author #47 Share Posted December 25, 2018 We attended the Officers’ Soirée after dinner, and enjoyed the singing talents of Julie, Jill, Dan, and another officer (can’t remember his name). Unfortunately, I can not post videos here, so I will have to upload those when I get home. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare APDMOM Posted December 25, 2018 Author #48 Share Posted December 25, 2018 My View: End of day 2 - Sea Day: We were surprised with flowers upon return to the cabin... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare APDMOM Posted December 25, 2018 Author #49 Share Posted December 25, 2018 My View: Day 2- San Juan, Puerto Rico Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare APDMOM Posted December 25, 2018 Author #50 Share Posted December 25, 2018 (edited) Early morning sunrise: After an early breakfast of delicious Mexican Eggs Benedict, we enjoyed time in Tuscan Grille with cappuccino, Bellini and Smoked salmon platter. Can’t get much better than that aft view... Enjoying the morning on our balcony: Edited December 25, 2018 by APDMOM typo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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