rkacruiser Posted March 25, 2022 #251 Share Posted March 25, 2022 22 hours ago, cruzin4us said: I'm a Guinness Gal myself.... UGH! 20 hours ago, The-Inside-Cabin said: Orange Party. No interest to me. This "Orange" stuff began during Orlando's watch and I wonder how long this "party" and Club Orange will last. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shirley valentine Posted March 25, 2022 #252 Share Posted March 25, 2022 18 minutes ago, rkacruiser said: UGH! No interest to me. This "Orange" stuff began during Orlando's watch and I wonder how long this "party" and Club Orange will last. 19 minutes ago, rkacruiser said: UGH! No interest to me. This "Orange" stuff began during Orlando's watch and I wonder how long this "party" and Club Orange will last. Even the name ….Club Orange ….sorry but I just can’t ….I’ll stop right here . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oaktreerb Posted March 26, 2022 #253 Share Posted March 26, 2022 21 hours ago, The-Inside-Cabin said: Coming Attractions! Orange Party. Are the drinks included in the $15 charge? It also mentions an 18% gratuity so maybe not. Let us know what the feedback is on this activity! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare The-Inside-Cabin Posted March 26, 2022 Author #254 Share Posted March 26, 2022 1 hour ago, oaktreerb said: Are the drinks included in the $15 charge? It also mentions an 18% gratuity so maybe not. Let us know what the feedback is on this activity! Yes. Drinks are included. They will probably be mass produced along the lines of a pitcher of margaritas. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare The-Inside-Cabin Posted March 26, 2022 Author #255 Share Posted March 26, 2022 Todays menu 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare The-Inside-Cabin Posted March 26, 2022 Author #256 Share Posted March 26, 2022 (edited) We are going to the Pinnacle Gala tonight. $142 pp Here is the menu Edited March 26, 2022 by The-Inside-Cabin 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dchip Posted March 26, 2022 #257 Share Posted March 26, 2022 Enjoy!! We are going to the Cellar Master’s Dinner on 3/28. I hope you went out today. Hapatoni was a lovely surprise. Denise 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare The-Inside-Cabin Posted March 26, 2022 Author #258 Share Posted March 26, 2022 (edited) 15 hours ago, The-Inside-Cabin said: We are going to the Pinnacle Gala tonight. $142 pp Here is the menu Here is a quick recap of the Pinnacle Gala Price $120 pp plus 18% auto tip ($142) 42 Guests Not a Gala Night - but everyone was asked to wear Gala attire on the invitation - Everyone complied 5 tuxes - the rest suits or sport jackets with ties Started at 6PM in Ocean Bar (Dancefloor Side) One of the Piano Bar players was playing background music. Bar was exclusive for our group. Hostess had list of everyone with photos and you were escorted into the Ocean Bar down a mini red carpet. Ritz Cocktails and appetizers served in Ocean Bar At 6:30 PM we were escorted down to our table - All tables preassigned. No one sat with strangers - everyone at a prearranged group or at a table for 2 (or 2 at a 4 top in our case) No Officers or other non paying guests. Brief Welcome from Pinnacle Manager - No further announcements or other fanfare until a brief farewell speech at the end thanking us and inviting us to pose for complimentary picture. Here is a photo or each course Very nice evening - We would do it again. Appetizers in Ocean Bar Beef Tenderloin Main Course Cucumber Granite - served between Fish and Beef Course Fried Steam Bun with Caviar Halibut with Lobster Ocean Bar for cocktails and appetizers Orange Creamcicle Float Background Piano Music Entrance to Ocean Bar Ritz Cocktail Tempura Squash Salad Edited March 26, 2022 by The-Inside-Cabin 8 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare The-Inside-Cabin Posted March 26, 2022 Author #259 Share Posted March 26, 2022 (edited) Dup Edited March 26, 2022 by The-Inside-Cabin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gracie115 Posted March 26, 2022 #260 Share Posted March 26, 2022 On 3/22/2022 at 9:14 AM, LewiLewi said: We are thinking about this cruise for Oct. 2022. What happens if someone tests positive? Are you quarantined in your cabin, another “special” cabin, or taken off the ship? I don’t know what the protocol will be in Oct. Right now you are not quarantined in your room, but in a section of the ship set up for that. No idea what the protocol would be in October. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare The-Inside-Cabin Posted March 26, 2022 Author #261 Share Posted March 26, 2022 15 hours ago, dchip said: Enjoy!! We are going to the Cellar Master’s Dinner on 3/28. I hope you went out today. Hapatoni was a lovely surprise. Denise We have the mariners award ceremony on the 28th at 6:30 - We will get our gold medals! 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare The-Inside-Cabin Posted March 26, 2022 Author #262 Share Posted March 26, 2022 Tonight's menu 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare The-Inside-Cabin Posted March 26, 2022 Author #263 Share Posted March 26, 2022 Cellar master menu and announcement 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rkacruiser Posted March 26, 2022 #264 Share Posted March 26, 2022 1 hour ago, The-Inside-Cabin said: Halibut with Lobster I thought the Pancetta, Ham Hock Broth to be an unusual type of sauce for this dish. Did it work well in your opinion? The menu for this dinner appeals more to me than the menu for the Cellar Master's Dinner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare The-Inside-Cabin Posted March 26, 2022 Author #265 Share Posted March 26, 2022 2 minutes ago, rkacruiser said: I thought the Pancetta, Ham Hock Broth to be an unusual type of sauce for this dish. Did it work well in your opinion? The menu for this dinner appeals more to me than the menu for the Cellar Master's Dinner. Yes -- it was wonderful - tasted better than it sounds 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SJSULIBRARIAN Posted March 26, 2022 #266 Share Posted March 26, 2022 The Pinnacle Grill Gala dinner is being offered on the 5-day April 22nd Zuiderdam Coastal Cruise. Based on your experience, I will be booking it and the photos are great. Thanks. Barbara Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USN59-79 Posted March 26, 2022 #267 Share Posted March 26, 2022 We have always received a 5-star Mariner discount when dining in the Pinnacle. No discount for Pinnacle Gala? Ray Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rkacruiser Posted March 26, 2022 #268 Share Posted March 26, 2022 22 minutes ago, USN59-79 said: We have always received a 5-star Mariner discount when dining in the Pinnacle. No discount for Pinnacle Gala? Ray It has been awhile since I have booked such special dinners. (Too much food and wine--specifically the Cellar Master's Dinner.) I don't recall that their was the Mariner discount. Regardless, these dinners are "events" if one enjoys such types. Informative when the Cellar Master and/or Chef speak about what we are enjoying, the ambiance and service, and enjoying the company of other guests who are there because they share your same interests in such an evening. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USN59-79 Posted March 26, 2022 #269 Share Posted March 26, 2022 I guess I am different from most. If I had the choice of having to wear a suit and pay $284 for my DW and I to go to dinner or just dress casually and go to the MDR for free, I know what I and my DW would choose. It is kind of like buying a bottle of merlot for $22. or paying $220. One may be better, but ten times better? Ray 10 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare The-Inside-Cabin Posted March 27, 2022 Author #270 Share Posted March 27, 2022 1 hour ago, USN59-79 said: I guess I am different from most. If I had the choice of having to wear a suit and pay $284 for my DW and I to go to dinner or just dress casually and go to the MDR for free, I know what I and my DW would choose. It is kind of like buying a bottle of merlot for $22. or paying $220. One may be better, but ten times better? Ray That's what's great about cruising. Everyone can find something to do that they enjoy! 15 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare The-Inside-Cabin Posted March 27, 2022 Author #271 Share Posted March 27, 2022 (edited) Having fun in Nuku Hiva Today is our final port with the Mother of all Sail always - more info later. Edited March 27, 2022 by The-Inside-Cabin 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kay S Posted March 27, 2022 #272 Share Posted March 27, 2022 5 hours ago, The-Inside-Cabin said: That's what's great about cruising. Everyone can find something to do that they enjoy! Yes! Imagine what cruising would be like if every ship was the same and everyone was required to do the same thing every day. I have really been enjoying this thread. 4 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LouChamp Posted March 27, 2022 #273 Share Posted March 27, 2022 Love your reports especially the food! We have done a similar cruise. Great memories. smooth sailing 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruzin4us Posted March 28, 2022 #274 Share Posted March 28, 2022 Been following along your journey and have loved every minute of it! I did read (on a Princess thread talking about covid outbreak) that the Zuiderdam is experiencing a bit of that as well. I did check the CDC color monitoring website and it shows the Zuiderdam is back in the orange. Are you noticing anything? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare The-Inside-Cabin Posted March 28, 2022 Author #275 Share Posted March 28, 2022 13 hours ago, cruzin4us said: Been following along your journey and have loved every minute of it! I did read (on a Princess thread talking about covid outbreak) that the Zuiderdam is experiencing a bit of that as well. I did check the CDC color monitoring website and it shows the Zuiderdam is back in the orange. Are you noticing anything? There are several people we know in the 5 day COVID quarantine wing. No numbers announced or any other public statements or change in policies. The ones we talked to say they are being treated well considering the circumstances. We heading back to San Diego. 7 sea days. Spotty internet as we are in an area not often used by marine traffic based on my amateur observation on Marine tracker. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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