George C Posted May 9 #121101 Share Posted May 9 1 minute ago, Ourusualbeach said: Sea da today so I will post a few photo's from around the ship. last night we had dinner reservations at the steakhouse for 8pm. At 6:30 we went to the buffet to have a snack. King crab legs. You can also get sushi, fresh grilled lobster and shrimp every night. There are a few things that rotate such as the crab legs and oysters on the halfshell that were available tonight. I haven't taken many pictures of food but it has all been delicious including this 28 day dry aged filet that was cooked perfectly. We also had the fingerling potatoes in creme fresh topped with caviar and a caesar salad made tableside. Does your cruise include any Napa wines? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken at the beach Posted May 9 #121102 Share Posted May 9 6 minutes ago, Sea Dog said: So Explora if I understand this right is all inclusive and includes Drinks, Wi-Fi, and specialty restaurants? Then if you added all those to a Wonder sailing the prices would be comparable? A JS without any add ons on the Wonder is the same price as the Suite on Explora. Yes Explora is all inclusive other than some high end wines and drinks. Regarding the wifi, each guest can connect 3 devices simultaneously. 6 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken at the beach Posted May 9 #121103 Share Posted May 9 Just now, George C said: Does your cruise include any Napa wines? Sorry, not a wine drinker. There was a list of a dozen or two included wines, I just did not look closely at it. I will post a list later of some of the premium drinks at the whiskey bar and the upcharge. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ocean Boy Posted May 9 #121104 Share Posted May 9 4 minutes ago, Ourusualbeach said: Sea da today so I will post a few photo's from around the ship. last night we had dinner reservations at the steakhouse for 8pm. At 6:30 we went to the buffet to have a snack. King crab legs. You can also get sushi, fresh grilled lobster and shrimp every night. There are a few things that rotate such as the crab legs and oysters on the halfshell that were available tonight. I haven't taken many pictures of food but it has all been delicious including this 28 day dry aged filet that was cooked perfectly. We also had the fingerling potatoes in creme fresh topped with caviar and a caesar salad made tableside. Quite the Windjammer! 3 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helen haywood Posted May 9 #121105 Share Posted May 9 (edited) 2 hours ago, Ocean Boy said: Oh no, that is terrible. I wonder how it happened and where the fracture is. I also wonder where she saw the orthopedist. Isn't Beyond in St. Thomas today or was it yesterday? Edit: just checked Marine Traffic. Looks like Beyond is in Antigua today. I forgot I’m 64 and need to be careful with every step I take…sigh. I was in the Oceanview Cafe eating lunch. I pushed back the low heavy chair…made more difficult by the carpeting underneath. Somehow the sole of my rubber soled sandals (which are a good idea to wear on cruises, yes?!) didn’t slide on the carpet and the chair leg may have played a part…I stumbled, twisted and fell. I could hear bones break. Passengers nearby were instantly at my side offering pillows…etc. I had fallen but not hit my head or back. Celebrity staff were also there instantly and told me medical help was on their way. Off to medical and after X-rays told it was a fracture that would need surgery and I would have to be evaluated by a doctor on St. Thomas as to whether the surgery needed to be done immediately. If not I could return to the ship. Thank goodness we had a late departure of 8 pm from St. Thomas. Not knowing what was going to happen I had DH go to the cabin and get our passports, wallet, cash, phone chargers, meds, etc. When the medical staff hadn’t yet gotten confirmation of the on island consult they said if DH wanted to go pack our bags in case we weren’t coming back and the bags would be given to the port agent…they’d send someone up to help him pack. They said they’d call him if I was ready to go. He only had time enough to get the cases out on the bed. So I’m wheeled off ship and only at the very last moment I’m told there is a $50 per person charge for the transport van. Luckily I’d had DH get the wallets! I wasn’t surprised at all…but they should tell people earlier to not have a delay if you need to go back to your cabin for more cash. Transport van does not take credit cards. But it turned out the medical staff information was incorrect…it’s $25 per person each way. The orthopedic doctor I saw came highly recommended. We had pictures of the X-rays so he didn’t need to do more for diagnosis. “Closed fractures of the distal tibia and distal fibula.” He said this injury always required surgery…but that I’d be OK to go on with the cruise. Whew! I’d looked into flights and hotels and the logistics were overwhelming. He took off X’s cast, rearranged my foot to relieve some pressure on my skin and put me in another soft sided cast. Got a pair of crutches. The device of the devil!!! (If you’re out of shape and over 20…) He prescribed what he called extra strength Tylenol …the bottle says Tramadol. The leg isn’t hurting at all and the printed information on the Tramadol was so frightening I was afraid to take any! Today I took some acetaminophen because my arms and shoulders really dislike those crutches!! (You should see the charming huge purple bruises on my inner arms!!) Celebrity let me keep the wheelchair but it won’t fit in the cabin door so I’m on crutches in the cabin…and getting over that small step into the bathroom is a killer. With DH’s help I managed to wash my hair in the sink. 😊 I was able to contact my PA back home and she got me a referral to an orthopedic specialist. They just called and are forwarding my info to their branches. Hopefully someone calls me tomorrow and hopefully I can be seen soon next week. Lots of logistics to work out once home. Can’t get a rental wheelchair until the day after we get home so I plan on using a wheeled office chair… Thank you so much to those who expressed sympathy! I wasn’t going to post it here until I got home and had more idea of next steps… Edited May 9 by helen haywood 28 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken at the beach Posted May 9 #121106 Share Posted May 9 9 minutes ago, Ocean Boy said: Quite the Windjammer! Makes it real hard to go to the restaurants. There was also a whole roasted pig at the carving station 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coralc Posted May 9 #121107 Share Posted May 9 6 hours ago, Jimbo said: Here is a chart that tells what the different colored flags mean when they are posted on the shoreline. That is interesting about the purple flag! I did not know that, and don't think I have ever seen one. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken at the beach Posted May 9 #121108 Share Posted May 9 A few pictures of the cigar lounge and whiskey bar. While I have not been there at night I did step into the cigar bar and there was not a trace of smoke. Definitely a very good ventilation system on board. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaniDanielle Posted May 9 #121109 Share Posted May 9 @helen haywood Don’t be afraid of the Tramadol, it is pretty mild. They gave it to Charlie when he fell and he is a transplant patient. Feel better🙏🤞 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken at the beach Posted May 9 #121110 Share Posted May 9 There is a spa on board. They do offer a number of "treatments" at an additional cost however the hydrotherapy pool, wet and dry sauna, heated beds and salt cave are all included. A few pictures. One thing I wound interesting is that unlike most lines Explora does not contract out their spa services or retail so there are no sales pitches. No pictures of the saunas or heated chairs as they were in use at the time. There were also scented showers available. 15 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Sea Dog Posted May 9 #121111 Share Posted May 9 35 minutes ago, Ourusualbeach said: Yes Explora is all inclusive other than some high end wines and drinks. Regarding the wifi, each guest can connect 3 devices simultaneously. So no need for drink package as cocktails are included except for some high end bottles stuff? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken at the beach Posted May 9 #121112 Share Posted May 9 2 minutes ago, Sea Dog said: So no need for drink package as cocktails are included except for some high end bottles stuff? There are no drink packages, no packages of any kind, it's all included. Except to unlock my room or exit the ship I have never pulled out my seapass card. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare OCSC Mike Posted May 9 #121113 Share Posted May 9 (edited) 29 minutes ago, Ourusualbeach said: Makes it real hard to go to the restaurants. There was also a whole roasted pig at the carving station I was just thinking that I might never leave the buffet how I eat, lol, but that sorta defeats the purpose of having all that other stuff included. I suppose I could be lured away by a good steak or two (and my picky wife who could happily have filet 7 nights in a row, lol). Again, the food sounds amazing. Edited May 9 by OCSC Mike 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken at the beach Posted May 9 #121114 Share Posted May 9 Just now, OCSC Mike said: I was just thinking that I might never leave the buffet how I eat, lol, but that sorta defeats the purpose of having all that other stuff included. I suppose I could be lured away by a god steak or two (and my picky wife who could happily have filet 7 nights in a row, lol). Again, the food sounds amazing. This 6 day sailing is simple not long enough to fully appreciate the food options and the wide variety of menu options. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helen haywood Posted May 9 #121115 Share Posted May 9 15 minutes ago, DaniDanielle said: @helen haywood Don’t be afraid of the Tramadol, it is pretty mild. They gave it to Charlie when he fell and he is a transplant patient. Feel better🙏🤞 That’s good to know!! The information sheet said it could cause seriously shallow breathing…that could be fatal…and to take it under a doctor’s supervision! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaniDanielle Posted May 9 #121116 Share Posted May 9 The Information sheets are scary! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimbo Posted May 9 #121117 Share Posted May 9 (edited) Storms rolled in last night,tried to get pictures of the lightning bolts but very hard with my cell phone. Just got pictures of the sky lit up. More storms tonight !! Edited May 9 by Jimbo 6 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare OCSC Mike Posted May 9 #121118 Share Posted May 9 3 minutes ago, Ourusualbeach said: This 6 day sailing is simple not long enough to fully appreciate the food options and the wide variety of menu options. Given how stuffed I get and the weight I gain in 7N on a ship like Wonder... anything significantly longer might put me in medical. 🙈 2 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Momof3gurlz Posted May 9 #121119 Share Posted May 9 36 minutes ago, helen haywood said: I forgot I’m 64 and need to be careful with every step I take…sigh. I was in the Oceanview Cafe eating lunch. I pushed back the low heavy chair…made more difficult by the carpeting underneath. Somehow the sole of my rubber soled sandals (which are a good idea to wear on cruises, yes?!) didn’t slide on the carpet and the chair leg may have played a part…I stumbled, twisted and fell. I could hear bones break. Passengers nearby were instantly at my side offering pillows…etc. I had fallen but not hit my head or back. Celebrity staff were also there instantly and told me medical help was on their way. Off to medical and after X-rays told it was a fracture that would need surgery and I would have to be evaluated by a doctor on St. Thomas as to whether the surgery needed to be done immediately. If not I could return to the ship. Thank goodness we had a late departure of 8 pm from St. Thomas. Not knowing what was going to happen I had DH go to the cabin and get our passports, wallet, cash, phone chargers, meds, etc. When the medical staff hadn’t yet gotten confirmation of the on island consult they said if DH wanted to go pack our bags in case we weren’t coming back and the bags would be given to the port agent…they’d send someone up to help him pack. They said they’d call him if I was ready to go. He only had time enough to get the cases out on the bed. So I’m wheeled off ship and only at the very last moment I’m told there is a $50 per person charge for the transport van. Luckily I’d had DH get the wallets! I wasn’t surprised at all…but they should tell people earlier to not have a delay if you need to go back to your cabin for more cash. Transport van does not take credit cards. But it turned out the medical staff information was incorrect…it’s $25 per person each way. The orthopedic doctor I saw came highly recommended. We had pictures of the X-rays so he didn’t need to do more for diagnosis. “Closed fractures of the distal tibia and distal fibula.” He said this injury always required surgery…but that I’d be OK to go on with the cruise. Whew! I’d looked into flights and hotels and the logistics were overwhelming. He took off X’s cast, rearranged my foot to relieve some pressure on my skin and put me in another soft sided cast. Got a pair of crutches. The device of the devil!!! (If you’re out of shape and over 20…) He prescribed what he called extra strength Tylenol …the bottle says Tramadol. The leg isn’t hurting at all and the printed information on the Tramadol was so frightening I was afraid to take any! Today I took some acetaminophen because my arms and shoulders really dislike those crutches!! (You should see the charming huge purple bruises on my inner arms!!) Celebrity let me keep the wheelchair but it won’t fit in the cabin door so I’m on crutches in the cabin…and getting over that small step into the bathroom is a killer. With DH’s help I managed to wash my hair in the sink. 😊 I was able to contact my PA back home and she got me a referral to an orthopedic specialist. They just called and are forwarding my info to their branches. Hopefully someone calls me tomorrow and hopefully I can be seen soon next week. Lots of logistics to work out once home. Can’t get a rental wheelchair until the day after we get home so I plan on using a wheeled office chair… Thank you so much to those who expressed sympathy! I wasn’t going to post it here until I got home and had more idea of next steps… I’m so sorry this happened to you but glad you’ve been well cared for. Please keep us updated as best you can. 5 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare A&L_Ont Posted May 9 #121120 Share Posted May 9 44 minutes ago, helen haywood said: Thank you so much to those who expressed sympathy! I wasn’t going to post it here until I got home and had more idea of next steps… Just catching up. I’m so sorry that this happened. From your description it sounds as things went as well as possible, even though it is a terrible situation. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken at the beach Posted May 9 #121121 Share Posted May 9 (edited) The first of our 2 port stops was Astoria. Nothing really planner other than to head to town and go to Bowpicker fish and chips. Very limited menu. Tuna as opposed to the traditional cod or halibut. Delicious. There was a free shuttle from where the ship docked into town which was a 10 minute drive or a 45 minute walk. It was another 10 minute walk to Bowpickers. After lunch we decided to tour the Columbia River Maritime museum which included a tour of the Lightship Columbia which is in effect a portable lighthouse. Mooring lines from a different perspective On the way back we met the singer from the show on board and ended up walking the 45 minutes back to the ship talking to her. We also had a helicopter evac in the early am that woke me up. Edited May 9 by Ourusualbeach 11 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biker19 Posted May 9 #121122 Share Posted May 9 3 minutes ago, Ourusualbeach said: We also had a helicopter evac in the early am that woke me up. Ovation was bit further out when she had hers. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clochette Posted May 9 #121123 Share Posted May 9 24 minutes ago, Ourusualbeach said: There are no drink packages, no packages of any kind, it's all included. Except to unlock my room or exit the ship I have never pulled out my seapass card. It really sounds wonderful, you had me at the crab legs in the buffet and the wonderful lounge chairs on the pool deck, thanks for sharing your pictures. 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George C Posted May 9 #121124 Share Posted May 9 1 hour ago, Ourusualbeach said: A JS without any add ons on the Wonder is the same price as the Suite on Explora. Yes Explora is all inclusive other than some high end wines and drinks. Regarding the wifi, each guest can connect 3 devices simultaneously. Prices on new ships like Wonder are ridiculous, I cruised Harmony in a grand suite that was a couple of thousand less per person than Wonder. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken at the beach Posted May 9 #121125 Share Posted May 9 3 minutes ago, George C said: Prices on new ships like Wonder are ridiculous, I cruised Harmony in a grand suite that was a couple of thousand less per person than Wonder. Still very comparable when you start adding in all the extras that you need to pay for on Royal. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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