I am going through cruise withdrawal..anyone else?

[Pinboy]

Just now, Happy Cruiser 6143 said:

 

Have you actually had this experience?  My experience with Celebrity has been vastly different.  Absolutely no problem with anything I have sent out to be dry cleaned.  And once I got marine paint on a new fleece because the paint had landed on my balcony railing.  I went to GR, was given the form, came back with it filled out, and the rep said that they had decided to give me $100 OBC instead.  This was in the good old days when one could cash out that OBC in the casino.

I did have experience with a suit and a golf shirt at different times , years apart.  We  ( their Rep and I ) looked on line for similar items and came to a fair price . We received a cheque a few weeks later.  It was a fair settlement . 

LOL-- In my post I did exaggerate about the number of questions they asked  .

[davekathy]

8 minutes ago, Happy Cruiser 6143 said:

 

Have you actually had this experience?  My experience with Celebrity has been vastly different.  Absolutely no problem with anything I have sent out to be dry cleaned.  And once I got marine paint on a new fleece because the paint had landed on my balcony railing.  I went to GR, was given the form, came back with it filled out, and the rep said that they had decided to give me $100 OBC instead.  This was in the good old days when one could cash out that OBC in the casino.

Agree. We haven't either. We've also never had anything ruined when we send underwear and socks to be washed using the loyalty perk. One bag with all darks and one bag with all whites. 

[Spif Barwunkel]

I have no cruise or lava cake withdrawal symptoms. On the other hand, my wife is showing signs of abolition. She will exit the bed on the port side and make her way to the dining room, being sure to let the room steward know that she would like the room to be made-up before her return. She calls the room steward, honey. I'm okay with that and it seems the room is indeed tidy and neat when she returns from breakfast.

 

As she gets more into a beautiful day she will occasionally order room service on the balcony porch, making absolutely sure that the waiter knows how much his prompt service is appreciated. She calls the waiter, honey. I'm okay with that because it's great service with a smile.  

 

As evening approaches, it's Martini, Old Fashioned, or wine time at her favorite bar. The bartender has gotten to know her well and can tell by the look on her face what she desires. Immediately, her drink of choice is delivered. There is no Martini Flight extravaganza this night. She says, "I am okay with that, honey."

 

Following a delicious meal in the MDR and an entertaining show(s), she returns to the room where the bed is attractively turned down, awaiting her arrival. There are no chocolates on the pillow, by request. She is on a diet. When ready, she gets into bed from the port side. She will not fall asleep for awhile, too busy reading, answering texts and checking out activities for the next day.

 

So you see, no cruise or lava cake withdrawals for me. On the other hand, my wife, well you get the idea....honey.

     

Edited March 31, 2020 by Spif Barwunkel

[sandycruzr]

I have had nothing but great experiences with the laundry on Celebrity. On the Summit in February I did get an item that definitely did not belong to us.  A men’s  XL leopard print thong was in with our clean laundry along with a pair of men’s socks:) 🙂 we gave the items back to our cabin steward and explained to him that they did not belong to us. 
Needless to say, we spent the rest of the cruise speculating about who was missing their leopard thong!! Yes, we are easily amused 😂😂

[davekathy]

Today we should be in Dominica, not doing yard work and posting on CC.  

[sfaaa]

5 hours ago, Fouremco said:

Ontario has closed down all non-essential businesses for a two-week period. Included on the list of those deemed essential: liquor and cannabis stores.

No toilet paper, no cruise and now no booze? We are doomed.

[markeb]

3 hours ago, Bo1953 said:

I agree, but the uproar.... I think an equivalent would be allowing beer & wine sales and no liquor... especially when a single store will sell all of them in most cases.

 

Cheers and bon voyage

 

Virginia allows beer and wine sales through any licensed outlet. Only the state-owned stores sell liquor, and they don't sell beer, and only Virginia wines.

 

One of those things I miss from living in California. 1.75L Ketel One at Costco, and Lagavulin and Trader Joe's...

[Fouremco]

15 minutes ago, sfaaa said:

No toilet paper, no cruise and now no booze? We are doomed.

Fear not. Even historically puritanical Ontario wouldn't deny its citizens their tipple during these trying times. Purveyors of liquor are on the list of essential businesses. 

[Pinboy]

2 hours ago, Fouremco said:

Fear not. Even historically puritanical Ontario wouldn't deny its citizens their tipple during these trying times. Purveyors of liquor are on the list of essential businesses. 

The liquor stores are owned and operated by the  LCBO  ( Liquor Control Board of Ontario ) a Crown ( Government of Ontario owned ) Corporation . Thus, an " essential " tax collecting service . Good for Mr. Ford , Premier of Ontario .

 

 

 

 

[Mr. Boston]

3 hours ago, Fouremco said:

Fear not. Even historically puritanical Ontario wouldn't deny its citizens their tipple during these trying times. Purveyors of liquor are on the list of essential businesses. 

If used for medicinal purposes couldn’t they be classified as pharmacies?

[TeeRick]

In PA all liquor stores are controlled by the state.  All closed a couple of weeks ago by the governor with almost no warning.  If you are out of hard liquor then you are out of luck.  Just extended to April 30th.  This applies to all online liquor sales and delivery too.  We cannot order even wine from other states and get it delivered to our homes.  Fortunately just a couple of years ago PA started allowing some (not all) supermarket chains to sell limited beer and wine with restrictions.  You can buy no more than two six packs of beer and a couple of bottles of wine if you are lucky enough to live near one of these markets.    We have dealt with this archaic set of laws in this state too long.  Now with the state shutdown orders in place it is very obvious that our politicians need to modernize quicker and at least allow mail order to our homes.

[Georgia_Peaches]

20 minutes ago, TeeRick said:

In PA all liquor stores are controlled by the state.  All closed a couple of weeks ago by the governor with almost no warning.  If you are out of hard liquor then you are out of luck.  Just extended to April 30th.  This applies to all online liquor sales and delivery too.  We cannot order even wine from other states and get it delivered to our homes.  Fortunately just a couple of years ago PA started allowing some (not all) supermarket chains to sell limited beer and wine with restrictions.  You can buy no more than two six packs of beer and a couple of bottles of wine if you are lucky enough to live near one of these markets.    We have dealt with this archaic set of laws in this state too long.  Now with the state shutdown orders in place it is very obvious that our politicians need to modernize quicker and at least allow mail order to our homes.

Sitting here next to my DH, a western PA native, I read him your post.  He wonders if this shut down applies to beer distributors as well since, according to him, they sell grocery items.  At any rate, it sounds terrible!!  And I thought the Bible Belt had some antiquated laws!  Hang in there 🙃.

Edited April 1, 2020 by Georgia_Peaches

[TeeRick]

13 minutes ago, Georgia_Peaches said:

Sitting here next to my DH, a western PA native, I read him your post.  He wonders if this shut down applies to beer distributors as well since, according to him, they sell grocery items.  At any rate, it sounds terrible!!  And I thought the Bible Belt had some antiquated laws!  Hang in there 🙃.

Yes that is a loophole!  Beer distributors (which sell whole cases and kegs, and now recently 6-packs), can remain open as a life-sustaining essential business since they sell some food and snacks.  We live in a bizarre state! 

[chemmo]

18 hours ago, davekathy said:

Today we should be in Dominica, not doing yard work and posting on CC.  

 

I feel your pain...

 

My husband is slowly doing all the little jobs in the house that invariably wait until tomorrow....It looks like tomorrow has come.

 

Perhaps a nice cocktail this evening would help?

[Georgia_Peaches]

3 minutes ago, chemmo said:

Perhaps a nice cocktail this evening would help?

I've got a recipe for that!! ☺️

[dani negreanu]

18 hours ago, davekathy said:

Today we should be in Dominica, not doing yard work and posting on CC.  

 

... and I should be on the brand new Apex and not cleaning the fridge😁

[TeeRick]

13 minutes ago, dani negreanu said:

 

... and I should be on the brand new Apex and not cleaning the fridge😁

It is easier to clean the fridge since it is mostly empty!😊

[dani negreanu]

16 minutes ago, TeeRick said:

It is easier to clean the fridge since it is mostly empty!😊

 

Amazing.... how did you know??😊

 

[Bo1953]

3 hours ago, TeeRick said:

In PA all liquor stores are controlled by the state.  All closed a couple of weeks ago by the governor with almost no warning.  If you are out of hard liquor then you are out of luck.  Just extended to April 30th.  This applies to all online liquor sales and delivery too.  We cannot order even wine from other states and get it delivered to our homes.  Fortunately just a couple of years ago PA started allowing some (not all) supermarket chains to sell limited beer and wine with restrictions.  You can buy no more than two six packs of beer and a couple of bottles of wine if you are lucky enough to live near one of these markets.    We have dealt with this archaic set of laws in this state too long.  Now with the state shutdown orders in place it is very obvious that our politicians need to modernize quicker and at least allow mail order to our homes.

t - I live only about a hour away in NJ where these products are deemed 'essential', send me your order and I will drop it off...

 

Cheers and bon voyage

[Bo1953]

2 hours ago, chemmo said:

 

I feel your pain...

 

My husband is slowly doing all the little jobs in the house that invariably wait until tomorrow....It looks like tomorrow has come.

 

Perhaps a nice cocktail this evening would help?

I see no reason to wait until a certain hour to start with cocktails! LOL

 

Cheers and bon voyage

[HS2BS]

As is the saying “its 5 o’ clock somewhere”!,

 

Hal

[davekathy]

13 minutes ago, HS2BS said:

As is the saying “its 5 o’ clock somewhere”!,

 

Hal

I'll drink to that...cheers. 🍻

[TeeRick]

21 hours ago, Bo1953 said:

t - I live only about a hour away in NJ where these products are deemed 'essential', send me your order and I will drop it off...

 

Cheers and bon voyage

Thanks Bo!  But I think we have to meet at the PA-NJ state line for the hand off for this to be legal.  Please drop off a nice single-malt scotch on your side of the border than turn around and walk away 6 feet.  I will pick it up, disinfect the bottle, walk back six feet and wave to you thanks!  Later at home I will definitely make an appropriate toast to you.  Hope to treat you to your favorite drink on a cruise ship someday!

[Bo1953]

3 minutes ago, TeeRick said:

Thanks Bo!  But I think we have to meet at the PA-NJ state line for the hand off for this to be legal.  Please drop off a nice single-malt scotch on your side of the border than turn around and walk away 6 feet.  I will pick it up, disinfect the bottle, walk back six feet and wave to you thanks!  Later at home I will definitely make an appropriate toast to you.  Hope to treat you to your favorite drink on a cruise ship someday!

LOL t - it is ONLY illegal if the State Police is there to witness...

 

Since PA State Stores are now accepting orders and shipping, you can get it online, unless it is more economical to get it from NJ?

 

Cheers and bon voyage

[TeeRick]

1 minute ago, Bo1953 said:

LOL t - it is ONLY illegal if the State Police is there to witness...

 

Since PA State Stores are now accepting orders and shipping, you can get it online, unless it is more economical to get it from NJ?

 

Cheers and bon voyage

YES!  They just decided yesterday to open for online in-state delivery.  Not an April Fool's joke.  But a lot of limitations announced.  But definitely better than a poke in the eye!