Live From The Carnival Freedom: Crossing the Atlantic for a New Whale Tail

[Dermotsgirl]

46 minutes ago, jam19872016 said:

So if I understand correctly, the restriction is only for those wishing to enter Gibraltar through Spain? And so would this restriction apply to those wishing to cross independently? It wasn't something I planned on this trip, but I was interested in visiting Gibraltar at some point on a return trip.

You’d have to check with the Spanish authorities if you could cross independently, but my hunch is that they may not be cooperative, as there is a lot of history involved on that particular border. 

 

If you went on a cruise that docked at Gibraltar, you’d be able to explore the port either independently or on tour. 

[jam19872016]

I wanted pub for dinner but my mom was leaning towards the buffet for American theme. 

 

I took a peak at it and I was persuaded to give it a try looks nice and while I've enjoyed the British food, I'm ready to give some comfort foods a try 😋. 

[NE John]

1 hour ago, Host Hattie said:

It's probably to speed up the border crossings for the excursion. 

I wonder if there's a non-Schengen version or the border crossings make it not worth doing. 

23 hours ago, Victoria2 said:

 

[Host Hattie]

I'm sure you could manage both !

[NE John]

Just now, NE John said:

 

@Host Hattie Do Cunard ships dock directly in Gibraltar being a British line? That can eliminate passport problems of English speaking pax. Yes , the Spanish are very sore over the status of Gibraltar. 

[Host Hattie]

Not just Cunard, Gibraltar is a regular stop.

https://www.gibraltarport.com/cruise/schedules

 

 

[exlondoner]

2 minutes ago, NE John said:

@Host Hattie Do Cunard ships dock directly in Gibraltar being a British line? That can eliminate passport problems of English speaking pax. Yes , the Spanish are very sore over the status of Gibraltar. 

Cunard dock there and lots of other lines. And, I believe, there’s cheap fuel. UK passengers like it, if it’s an early port of call, because there is a Marks and Spencer, so they can buy anything they’ve forgotten.

[jam19872016]

7 minutes ago, Host Hattie said:

I'm sure you could manage both !

I'm considering a run down there for dessert 😀

[jam19872016]

 

[Host Hattie]

I'm just a bit worried about Cunard’s attempts at an American theme! I guess we'll know soon.

[NE John]

3 minutes ago, exlondoner said:

Cunard dock there and lots of other lines. And, I believe, there’s cheap fuel. UK passengers like it, if it’s an early port of call, because there is a Marks and Spencer, so they can buy anything they’ve forgotten.

Makes sense for a ship carrying the British Ensign flag to dock there and avoid the around Gibraltar. 

[Host Hattie]

2 minutes ago, jam19872016 said:

 

What were the dining room offerings tonight? I hope that tastes better than it looks!

[Victoria2]

5 minutes ago, Host Hattie said:

What were the dining room offerings tonight? I hope that tastes better than it looks!

OMGoodness, a pick 'n mix.

 

Love those flavours and is that sushi on the same plate as onion rings? Looks fabulous as a real treat!

[jam19872016]

I enjoyed that more than i probably should have. I even went back for seconds. 

 

Plus dessert. 

 

Plus more dessert. 

 

I don't think I'm going to the pub after dinner 🤭

Edited October 21, 2023 by jam19872016

[jam19872016]

41 minutes ago, Host Hattie said:

I'm just a bit worried about Cunard’s attempts at an American theme! I guess we'll know soon.

It was no better or worse than an American cruise lines American buffet😆.

 

It was a bit of a guilty pleasure to enjoy some homestyle food.

 

The fried chicken was the only thing that stood out as oddly prepared. American fried chicken is KFC this was like a chicken cutlet. I still devoured it. 

 

38 minutes ago, Host Hattie said:

What were the dining room offerings tonight? I hope that tastes better than it looks!

F for presentation but yes very good 😆.  I'll swing by the dining room for the menu.

[jam19872016]

34 minutes ago, Victoria2 said:

OMGoodness, a pick 'n mix.

 

Love those flavours and is that sushi on the same plate as onion rings? Looks fabulous as a real treat!

Same plate and touching 😀.

[jam19872016]

1 hour ago, Host Hattie said:

What were the dining room offerings tonight? I hope that tastes better than it looks!

Mdr menu 

 

 

 

[jam19872016]

Riviera ($25)

 

 

 

[Host Hattie]

Thank you, doesn't exactly scream Gala Night but I could have found something to eat !

[jam19872016]

Got the mobile bar setup and another ready in the room and then I killed my €30 duty free purchase.

 

Sitting outside listening to the pool sloshing and enjoying the cool night air.

 

 

1 part absolute, 1 part pineapple, 1.5 oj. Still working on the exact ratios for best taste. I wonder if I will have access to pineapple juice next week 🤔. 

[jam19872016]

Its a little chilly outside. Moved into the yacht club for request hour. Silent disco at 10.

 

 

[jam19872016]

Just got an email from Carnival reminding me not to show up before my arrival time or else be turned away. 

 

I really really hope that doesn't happen.

 

They also said we will need to surrender our passports in order to prepare for immigration processing into Las Palmas.

Edited October 21, 2023 by jam19872016

[exlondoner]

1 hour ago, Host Hattie said:

Thank you, doesn't exactly scream Gala Night but I could have found something to eat !

Scallops or fillet, not too bad!

[Host Hattie]

9 minutes ago, exlondoner said:

Scallops or fillet, not too bad!

I probably would have asked for the Scallops as a starter, followed by the fillet.

[jam19872016]

Silent disco

 

Blue- wake me up before you gogo

 

Red- pretty woman

 

Green- shivers