Royal Caribbean Cruisers -- How Are Things Where You Are? (was "Routine" ​ 😁 ​day in lockdown... how was yours?)

[Luckynana]

2 hours ago, grapau27 said:

Good afternoon.

I hope everyone is safe and well.

We went to church this morning and afterwards got a Starbucks takeaway and went to the beach.

Good morning from NJ, Graham!  Beautiful day here, going up to 80 this afternoon,  Have a wonderful day!

[Ozark_Kid]

6 hours ago, Momof3gurlz said:

Contentment is not the fulfillment of what you want, but the realization of how much you already have

I love that.  If we think about it, all of us here have been blessed with much more than our basic needs and for that we should be thankful. 

I am glad you are enjoying your adventure.  BTW, we packed light this time so it looks like I will not be wearing a dress! 

[Ozark_Kid]

Top Gun was good.  It was real windy so captions came in handy.

After that we went to the show.  I had my traditional Miami Vice.

 

We are finishing breakfast in the Windjammer. 

 

This time I remembered the omelet station. 

 

Right now I am getting around with the Rollator to get some walking in.   Headed out to enjoy the sun.

[TravelGirlinDallas]

2 minutes ago, Ozark_Kid said:

Right now I am getting around with the Rollator to get some walking in.   Headed out to enjoy the sun.

So glad you are enjoying your cruise! Pics are great!!

[A&L_Ont]

18 hours ago, mo&fran said:

My cancer treatments are now complete.  Currently still not eating since my throat is still swollen shut, but that seems to going down quickly, I actually had some pudding by mouth this morning. And I actually able to talk a little.

 My goal now to is to eat a complete meal by mouth. And get rid of the feeding tube in my stomach.

Sailing on 10/14 now is looking doable.

Which is also my 80th birthday. 

This is great to read.  Hopefully you will be eating the “proper” way quickly. 

[grapau27]

3 hours ago, Luckynana said:

Good morning from NJ, Graham!  Beautiful day here, going up to 80 this afternoon,  Have a wonderful day!

Thank you Maryann.

[dani negreanu]

A few more pics --

 

Dutch cows "taking a break" 😎

 

 

Random "acquaitances" along the way

 

 

 

Rembrandt statue --

 

 

Another "version" of the "thinking man" of Rodin 

 

 

 

[Ocean Boy]

8 hours ago, Momof3gurlz said:

I’m reading quickly while on a bus tour into the French countryside, but had to comment here.  Your words reminded me of one of my favorite sayings:

”Contentment is not the fulfillment of what you want, but the realization of how much you already have”.  

 

2 hours ago, Ozark_Kid said:

I love that.  If we think about it, all of us here have been blessed with much more than our basic needs and for that we should be thankful. 

I am glad you are enjoying your adventure.  BTW, we packed light this time so it looks like I will not be wearing a dress! 

The first time I really got a sense for that was the very first time my grandmother brought me to Italy and I realized how much more in the way of "things" that I had compared to some of my cousins. By the time that stay was over I was so in love with them and their lifestyle that I really didn't care if I ever came home.

[dani negreanu]

The very moving and very impressive monument in the memory of the Dutch Jews who perished in the Holocaust. Every brick represents a name, Anne Frank included --

 

 

 

As it happens, the tiny village of Ouderkerk (where DS2 lives, for now) is home to a very old Jewish cemetery (from  year 1614). Turns out Amsterdam was considered "prime [real estate] location" and the Jews were not allowed to bury their dead there.

 

There are many interesting graves there. Just one example -- there is some link between the drawings and the person resting there. For example, Abraham, Isaac &.... [on the left side], "Akedat Yitzhak" [Binding of Isaac]. Right side - Mozes van Mordechai -- Moses and the burning bush, Moses receiving the 10 commandments and the Book of Esther [Mordechai, "Megillah"]. I admit there is another scene [2nd from the bottom] which, with my very limited knowledge of the Old Testament, I don't recognize...

 

 

 

 

[Ozark_Kid]

We have made it to Costa Maya.  We didn't dock until 12:30 pm.

 

 

As most know the pier here is long!

 

The tram brought back memories of our January visit.   On our way back last time I got on one side, stumbled to the other side where I landed on a rope that stopped me from falling the other side.  If it wasn't there I am sure I would of landed in the water.

 

I am relaxing in the Solarium.

 

Sharon got off, got some dolls for the grand girls and is already back.

[Sea Dog]

7 minutes ago, Ozark_Kid said:

We have made it to Costa Maya.  We didn't dock until 12:30 pm.

Why so late? What time are you leaving?

[Ozark_Kid]

27 minutes ago, Ocean Boy said:

 

The first time I really got a sense for that was the very first time my grandmother brought me to Italy and I realized how much more in the way of "things" that I had compared to some of my cousins. By the time that stay was over I was so in love with them and their lifestyle that I really didn't care if I ever came home.

It makes a difference doesn't it.  Over 20 years ago we were chaperones for a youth group, including our older 2 DDs.  We took them to Mexico City.  We meet many that had just the very basics to get by.  The cool thing was to see that they still enjoyed life!  I believe it made a big difference in my girls, and us.  In 2017 I visited Cambodia with anotherfriend.   Some of the people we visited in rural areas lived in elevated open grass huts.  They too were thankful for what they had. 

It is easy to take for granted what we have.   

[Ozark_Kid]

8 minutes ago, Sea Dog said:

Why so late? What time are you leaving?

I am not sure why so late.  I am not sure if the rough sea has slowed us down.  It didn't feel like they slowed down. 😆

The app and I believe the original itinerary had an earlier arrival.   Our paper planner showed the new time.  I think boarding is around 6pm and sail away 6:30 pm.  Many are already headed back.  I just noticed the tram going for the first time.  I don't understand why they don't use the tram to haul folks from the boat to the end of the pier.

[Jimbo]

@Ozark_Kid  You are on Allure right?

 

Wasn't this suppose to be your itinerary? Did they change things up?

 

01 Oct 16:00	Departing from Galveston, Texas hotels
04 Oct 08:00 - 17:00	Roatan Island, Mahogany Bay-Coxen Hole, Honduras
05 Oct 08:00 - 17:00	Costa Maya, Quintana Roo Mexico, Riviera Maya
06 Oct 07:00 - 17:00	Cozumel, Quintana Roo Mexico, Riviera Maya
08 Oct 07:00	Arriving in Galveston, Texas

[Sea Dog]

1 minute ago, Ozark_Kid said:

I am not sure why so late.  I am not sure if the rough sea has slowed us down.  It didn't feel like they slowed down. 😆

The app and I believe the original itinerary had an earlier arrival.   Our paper planner showed the new time.  I think boarding is around 6pm and sail away 6:30 pm.  Many are already headed back.  I just noticed the tram going for the first time.  I don't understand why they don't use the tram to haul folks from the boat to the end of the pier.

Well at least they are leaving late. That Tram is the best although I wish they had several of them. We got lucky on our last visit and used it. The first time it wasn’t running and that long walk was brutal.

[c-leg5]

9 minutes ago, Jimbo said:

@Ozark_Kid  You are on Allure right?

 

Wasn't this suppose to be your itinerary? Did they change things up?

 

01 Oct 16:00	Departing from Galveston, Texas hotels
04 Oct 08:00 - 17:00	Roatan Island, Mahogany Bay-Coxen Hole, Honduras
05 Oct 08:00 - 17:00	Costa Maya, Quintana Roo Mexico, Riviera Maya
06 Oct 07:00 - 17:00	Cozumel, Quintana Roo Mexico, Riviera Maya
08 Oct 07:00	Arriving in Galveston, Texas

They aren’t on Allure. They left on Monday.

 

Your post would have them in Roatan today.

Edited October 4, 2023 by c-leg5

[Ozark_Kid]

8 minutes ago, Jimbo said:

@Ozark_Kid  You are on Allure right?

 

Wasn't this suppose to be your itinerary? Did they change things up?

 

01 Oct 16:00	Departing from Galveston, Texas hotels
04 Oct 08:00 - 17:00	Roatan Island, Mahogany Bay-Coxen Hole, Honduras
05 Oct 08:00 - 17:00	Costa Maya, Quintana Roo Mexico, Riviera Maya
06 Oct 07:00 - 17:00	Cozumel, Quintana Roo Mexico, Riviera Maya
08 Oct 07:00	Arriving in Galveston, Texas

No, we are on Voyager.   We were on Allure out of Galveston last January. 

[Ozark_Kid]

10 minutes ago, Sea Dog said:

Well at least they are leaving late. That Tram is the best although I wish they had several of them. We got lucky on our last visit and used it. The first time it wasn’t running and that long walk was brutal.

You probably remember @brillohead escorting the drunks back to the ship.  If I remember correctly they walked.   I bet that was a challenge. 

I like using the one at Coco Cay too.

[Sea Dog]

Just now, Ozark_Kid said:

You probably remember @brillohead escorting the drunks back to the ship.  If I remember correctly they walked.   I bet that was a challenge. 

I like using the one at Coco Cay too.

Yes I remember that hilarious story. When we go to Coco  Cay we always use the tram. That’s the only way to go. When we have the Beach Club we have even had them take us straight there.

[c-leg5]

21 minutes ago, Ozark_Kid said:

I am not sure why so late.  I am not sure if the rough sea has slowed us down.  It didn't feel like they slowed down. 😆

The app and I believe the original itinerary had an earlier arrival.   Our paper planner showed the new time.  I think boarding is around 6pm and sail away 6:30 pm.  Many are already headed back.  I just noticed the tram going for the first time.  I don't understand why they don't use the tram to haul folks from the boat to the end of the pier.

It is generally noon until 7pm.

 

Any updates on board regarding the new pool and flow rider at Costa maya? Size of pool? I find it really surprising I have read so few reports.

Edited October 4, 2023 by c-leg5

[dani negreanu]

Saving the best for the end....

 

The grands very much enjoyed the visit to "Ripley's believe it or not" museum, especially impressed by the highest and the tiniest man, and the one with the longest nails....

 

 

Our "Israeli" son has very limited time off, and we offered to foot the bill for a short flight (4 days) during the long Yom Kippur WE. It was a huge surprise for the grands, who were rooting for him to visit. Here's where he suddenly appeared by the back door.... The expense was so worth it, just to see their sheer joy.

 

 

During his short visit, he managed to teach the youngest one to ride the bicycle, a feat his own father didn't manage to accomplish....

 

 

[Jimbo]

16 minutes ago, Ozark_Kid said:

No, we are on Voyager.   We were on Allure out of Galveston last January. 

oh okay, didn't know Royal has 2 leaving from Galeveston. Is there any  others?

[c-leg5]

3 minutes ago, Jimbo said:

oh okay, didn't know Royal has 2 leaving from Galeveston. Is there any  others?

No, only two but the actual ships are due to change soon.

[Ozark_Kid]

35 minutes ago, c-leg5 said:

It is generally noon until 7pm.

 

Any updates on board regarding the new pool and flow rider at Costa maya? Size of pool? I find it really surprising I have read so few reports.

I haven't noticed anything but then again I had no plans to get off. I just tried to see if the app had info but the app is not working right now!

Sharon found a place at port that will do a deep massage, 50 minutes, $65.  If that was a ship offer I would probably do it.

[c-leg5]

Just now, Ozark_Kid said:

I haven't noticed anything but then again I had no plans to get off. I just tried to see if the app had info but the app is not working right now!

Sharon found a place at port that will do a deep massage, 50 minutes, $65.  If that was a ship offer I would probably do it.

Thanks, I find it very strange there is so little “noise” after the big build up to “something” during the president’s cruise. I don’t know if that is it or there is “more to come”!