Rare Jim_Iain Posted September 13, 2023 Author #676 Share Posted September 13, 2023 (edited) Edited September 13, 2023 by Jim_Iain 17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gfkcruiser Posted September 13, 2023 #677 Share Posted September 13, 2023 Think we went to the Soo locks when we were there. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolyn22 Posted September 13, 2023 #678 Share Posted September 13, 2023 50 minutes ago, janabelle61 said: Jim - I follow quietly most of the time, but wanted to thank you for the Mackinac Island pictures!! It was home to me for several summers during college and I miss the island. I would imagine the restrictions on entry to the hotel last year were Covid related as typically there's been a small fee to enjoy the porch since the early 80s. We went to Mackinac last year in mid-September. We were able to do a self guided tour of the Grand Hotel for $10 each. It was on a Monday. So I don’t think it was anything Covid related. The only thing I can think is that maybe they don’t allow it over the summer or maybe not on weekends? It was such a beautiful place! And I would have loved to do that glorious tea. How wonderful that you were able to spend your college summers there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jim_Iain Posted September 13, 2023 Author #679 Share Posted September 13, 2023 Differences Retraction of a Retraction The Ponant App with all the promises is useless Check the time. The actual time was 12:30 pm TV clock is off by an hour. Hate to say Celebrity App is extremely high tech to Ponant. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jim_Iain Posted September 13, 2023 Author #680 Share Posted September 13, 2023 Difference Now for something I love. Every room has both a tea kettle and a coffee pod machine. Bar fully loaded and replenished daily Another smart idea is the keep the ice in refrigerator and it doesn’t melt. 14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jim_Iain Posted September 13, 2023 Author #681 Share Posted September 13, 2023 Now this is something I love. Next to you door are putting for do not disturb and request your room to be made up. Information is displayed on a screen out side the door. 19 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
REEtired Posted September 13, 2023 #682 Share Posted September 13, 2023 7 hours ago, Jim_Iain said: Final stop was the Somewhere in Time memorabilia room ❤️ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mchell810 Posted September 13, 2023 #683 Share Posted September 13, 2023 18 minutes ago, Jim_Iain said: Another smart idea is the keep the ice in refrigerator and it doesn’t melt. I first saw that on Silversea, it really does make a difference. Also, I am really glad I had lunch before I saw the pictures of your tea at Mackinac. 😋 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare hcat Posted September 13, 2023 #684 Share Posted September 13, 2023 21 hours ago, Ciaranaman said: Completely agree! I LOVE this shot! ~Bernadette Jim what a treat having a new group of photos to enjoy..thank you! upcoming X suite guests will be jeaous to see the Fridges filled & you can use the stuff inside without extra charge! I like that this thread is bringing out great memories in folks that have shared these places in their lives . So very lovely! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jim_Iain Posted September 13, 2023 Author #685 Share Posted September 13, 2023 Difference: Drink Packages - Ponant provides a standard drinks package for all guests that cover the basic wines and bar drinks. I'll try to publish menu later. Unlike Celebrity, if your drink is over the limit (they are listed with symbols) you pay the full price of the premium not the difference. Similar to Celebrity all guests in a stateroom need to buy the upgrade package - 25 Euros pp/day. Grey Goose falls under the premium. When speaking to the bar tender he said since I don't drink he could do it just for Iain. 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jim_Iain Posted September 13, 2023 Author #686 Share Posted September 13, 2023 30 minutes ago, hcat said: Jim what a treat having a new group of photos to enjoy..thank you! upcoming X suite guests will be jeaous to see the Fridges filled & you can use the stuff inside without extra charge! I like that this thread is bringing out great memories in folks that have shared these places in their lives . So very lovely! It's really nice. Our stateroom attendant also explained if we wanted a different selection to let him know and he would restock. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jim_Iain Posted September 13, 2023 Author #687 Share Posted September 13, 2023 Someone earlier had asked if Ponant has a Sauna in addition to a gym, beauty and Massage. Yes they have a Sauna with an ocean view window. The sauna is open 10Am-7PM Pool is Open 24 hours per day. 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jim_Iain Posted September 13, 2023 Author #688 Share Posted September 13, 2023 Another difference Bath product are all Premium Brand Clarins of Paris. Really like them. 9 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jim_Iain Posted September 13, 2023 Author #689 Share Posted September 13, 2023 We just departed for Little Rapids. The nice thing of a small ship is you sail really close to land. Lots of birds and wildlife. This afternoon one of the curators gave a lecture on bird watching. 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jim_Iain Posted September 13, 2023 Author #690 Share Posted September 13, 2023 (edited) Bar Menu Code Martini Glass Premium No Price - Included drink Package Just Price - not covered and you pay listed amount Unlike Celebrity if you choose a premium item and don’t have a premium you pay the listed amount. *** Price has increased from 20 to 25 Euros Edited September 13, 2023 by Jim_Iain 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miched Posted September 13, 2023 #691 Share Posted September 13, 2023 Million dollar question. Were you persuaded into buying the fudge? If so opinion. You know mine from a previous post. One time when we were there a youth pointed to the road apples and went phew what is that? The dad said without hesitation that is fudge. 😱🤗. One way to keep them from asking to buy some. Happy cruising 🌊🚢🇺🇸🌅 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purplsmurf Posted September 14, 2023 #692 Share Posted September 14, 2023 Oh no! We were supposed to meet when you were here in Milwaukee. I haven’t been on here in awhile so just seeing this today. Bummer! Hope you have a fabulous cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare DaKahuna Posted September 14, 2023 #693 Share Posted September 14, 2023 5 hours ago, hcat said: Jim what a treat having a new group of photos to enjoy..thank you! upcoming X suite guests will be jeaous to see the Fridges filled & you can use the stuff inside without extra charge! We just booked a February 2024 cruise on MSC in the Yacht Club. The minibar is included. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare DaKahuna Posted September 14, 2023 #694 Share Posted September 14, 2023 Jim, inquiring minds must know — true Guinea Hen or not? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Norwaylady Posted September 14, 2023 #695 Share Posted September 14, 2023 So late to the party Jim😅 Really great to follow your adventure on this cruise! I think its great that you post from this adventure on the X forum🥰 The ship looks great, small but well appointed. Looking forward to the rest! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jim_Iain Posted September 14, 2023 Author #696 Share Posted September 14, 2023 12 hours ago, miched said: Million dollar question. Were you persuaded into buying the fudge? If so opinion. You know mine from a previous post. One time when we were there a youth pointed to the road apples and went phew what is that? The dad said without hesitation that is fudge. 😱🤗. One way to keep them from asking to buy some. Happy cruising 🌊🚢🇺🇸🌅 We ended up passing on the fudge. I was tempted but finally decided to pass. I almost broke down and got some English Toffee but also resisted. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jim_Iain Posted September 14, 2023 Author #697 Share Posted September 14, 2023 9 hours ago, DaKahuna said: Jim, inquiring minds must know — true Guinea Hen or not? Yes. True Guinea Hen. You could tell as the skin has a layer of fat (not as thick as a duck). The fat was nicely rendered and skin crisp. The hen was perfectly cooked , tender and juicy. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jim_Iain Posted September 14, 2023 Author #698 Share Posted September 14, 2023 Another difference. Coffee is via a Nescafé machine but better than Al bacio. Foam is Dry just the way I like. The serve a small dark chocolate with each cup. Remember Cova Cafe and the chocolate you use to get? 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jim_Iain Posted September 14, 2023 Author #699 Share Posted September 14, 2023 The explorer class ships have a unique bar on deck 1 with eyes below sea level. 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jim_Iain Posted September 14, 2023 Author #700 Share Posted September 14, 2023 (edited) Thursday Up early. We arrived Little currents at 7:30 and I have a tour departing at 8:15. There are 3 tours. My tour is right up my alley. Hiking. As the tour is a bit aggressive there is a warning ⛔️ it is like a small group tour. 15 guests on a large tour bus. We were tendered ashore and now waiting. Not for a passenger but for our guide. That’s a new one for me. Edited September 14, 2023 by Jim_Iain 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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