Rare ninjacat123 Posted October 11, 2023 Author #101 Share Posted October 11, 2023 1 hour ago, kleibo said: Katakolon (Olympia) cruise port has a great waterfront https://www.katakolon.org/ We had lunch and drinks there after our visit to Olympia. Do you remember the name of the restaurant? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ninjacat123 Posted October 11, 2023 Author #102 Share Posted October 11, 2023 19 minutes ago, Haljo1935 said: Doing Happy Dance for you!! 👣🤭 Thx Haljo1935!!💃🏻🕺🪩 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ninjacat123 Posted October 11, 2023 Author #103 Share Posted October 11, 2023 My youngest daughter (21 year old) and I are binge watching the series the Gilmore girls. Seven seasons of rapidfire dialogue, and almost the edge of crazy moments and characters (who doesn’t love Kirk🤣) make this show addictive. We are almost through season 6. From what I understand, season 7 was written and directed by a new team. Will I get there by Thursday night?😜 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Essiesmom Posted October 12, 2023 #104 Share Posted October 12, 2023 Another thing about bathrooms. Many, many years ago in Germany many bathrooms were free…but you had to pay the attendant to get toilet paper. For years I carried folded up pads of toilet paper in case there was none. Of course, some of those were third world countries…and you never know where the paper will be brown paper towel rough, or waxed paper slick ( I seem to recall that was the UK). Can’t remember if it has been suggested, but take a washcloth as they are traditionally supplied in Europe. EM EM 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ninjacat123 Posted October 12, 2023 Author #105 Share Posted October 12, 2023 32 minutes ago, Essiesmom said: Another thing about bathrooms. Many, many years ago in Germany many bathrooms were free…but you had to pay the attendant to get toilet paper. For years I carried folded up pads of toilet paper in case there was none. Of course, some of those were third world countries…and you never know where the paper will be brown paper towel rough, or waxed paper slick ( I seem to recall that was the UK). Can’t remember if it has been suggested, but take a washcloth as they are traditionally supplied in Europe. EM EM Oh thx Essiesmom for the wash cloth reminder! I’ll bring a little starter pack of TP just in case👍😁 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
az4ship Posted October 12, 2023 #106 Share Posted October 12, 2023 I suggest going to the beach in Mykonos! The clearest water I have ever seen 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ninjacat123 Posted October 12, 2023 Author #107 Share Posted October 12, 2023 27 minutes ago, az4ship said: I suggest going to the beach in Mykonos! The clearest water I have ever seen The water in Mykonos is fantastic in the pics I’ve seen. I would love to see it in real life👍😁 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ninjacat123 Posted October 12, 2023 Author #108 Share Posted October 12, 2023 18 hours ago, kleibo said: Ninja - walk around the port in Turkey - the port area has some statues which are very cool especially the Hand of Peace. https://fineartamerica.com/featured/hand-of-peace-sculpture-in-kusadasi-turkey-ken-biggs.html Good to know!! Thanks kleibo!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ninjacat123 Posted October 12, 2023 Author #109 Share Posted October 12, 2023 And a rainy good morning to you all!! Today’s weather here at my house is rainy and cool, and may be getting me ready for upcoming weather in Italy. We will be in Venice this Saturday and here is the ten-day report. So far, that day looks good. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ninjacat123 Posted October 12, 2023 Author #110 Share Posted October 12, 2023 We will take the train Sunday to Florence which looks a bit inclement but not horrible. Here is the 10-day forecast: 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ninjacat123 Posted October 12, 2023 Author #111 Share Posted October 12, 2023 Then taking the train on Monday to Rome. Could be rainy or not. Here is the 10-day forecast: 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ninjacat123 Posted October 12, 2023 Author #112 Share Posted October 12, 2023 I'm bringing a rain jacket with a hood (its red, so guess who is the Big Bad Wolf😉) and a very small umbrella. I grew up in Oregon, land of rain, ducks and beavers, so a little precipitation isn't going to get me down. Just don't make fun of my fuzzy hair! 🤣 5 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mamiamjo Posted October 12, 2023 #113 Share Posted October 12, 2023 Weather forecast looks pretty good, especially Saturday with no more than a 30%-50% chance of rain on the other two days! Have a great time, can't wait to read all about it 🙂 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ninjacat123 Posted October 12, 2023 Author #114 Share Posted October 12, 2023 12 minutes ago, mamiamjo said: Weather forecast looks pretty good, especially Saturday with no more than a 30%-50% chance of rain on the other two days! Have a great time, can't wait to read all about it 🙂 Another plus is that the high temperature is dropping a bit. I have been reading about very sweaty travelers in Italy and I do better with a bit cooler temps than feeling like I'm being cooked.👍 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ninjacat123 Posted October 12, 2023 Author #115 Share Posted October 12, 2023 (edited) Got a question for you Europe cruisers...I usually tip out at the bar on my Sign and Sail card, but when I tip out on top of my prepaid gratuities to my wait staff and room stewarts 😉, I use US money at the end of the cruise. Will dollars be okay or do I need to get more euros? TIA! Edited October 12, 2023 by ninjacat123 better verbage ;) 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maluhia87 Posted October 12, 2023 #116 Share Posted October 12, 2023 4 minutes ago, ninjacat123 said: Got a question for you Europe cruisers...I usually tip out at the bar on my Sign and Sail card, but when I tip out on top of my prepaid gratuities to my wait staff and room stewarts 😉, I use US money at the end of the cruise. Will dollars be okay or do I need to get more euros? TIA! Isn't the sailing after yours the TA back? I think either way would work since they will be back to using USD soon. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ninjacat123 Posted October 12, 2023 Author #117 Share Posted October 12, 2023 2 minutes ago, maluhia87 said: Isn't the sailing after yours the TA back? I think either way would work since they will be back to using USD soon. Good point!! Then they will be ready to buy stuff when they reach the US😃. Thx!! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kleibo Posted October 12, 2023 #118 Share Posted October 12, 2023 1 hour ago, ninjacat123 said: Got a question for you Europe cruisers...I usually tip out at the bar on my Sign and Sail card, but when I tip out on top of my prepaid gratuities to my wait staff and room stewarts 😉, I use US money at the end of the cruise. Will dollars be okay or do I need to get more euros? TIA! I tipped my room steward US dollars. I said - I'm sorry but I ran out of Euros and he said - no, I prefer US Dollars. I didn't ask why, I was just happy he was happy ☺️ 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kleibo Posted October 12, 2023 #119 Share Posted October 12, 2023 21 hours ago, ninjacat123 said: Do you remember the name of the restaurant? Ninja - sorry I don't, but we got some Ouzo, some Rum Punches and Espresso and food of course. It was good and not expensive. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ninjacat123 Posted October 12, 2023 Author #120 Share Posted October 12, 2023 16 minutes ago, kleibo said: I tipped my room steward US dollars. I said - I'm sorry but I ran out of Euros and he said - no, I prefer US Dollars. I didn't ask why, I was just happy he was happy ☺️ Great!! I am so happy to hear that and that I don’t have to buy a ship load of euros (see what I did there🤣) 3 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ninjacat123 Posted October 12, 2023 Author #121 Share Posted October 12, 2023 33 minutes ago, kleibo said: Ninja - sorry I don't, but we got some Ouzo, some Rum Punches and Espresso and food of course. It was good and not expensive. I will use these pics and reverse Google the location. 😎 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carsastic Posted October 12, 2023 #122 Share Posted October 12, 2023 5 hours ago, ninjacat123 said: And a rainy good morning to you all!! Today’s weather here at my house is rainy and cool, and may be getting me ready for upcoming weather in Italy. We will be in Venice this Saturday and here is the ten-day report. So far, that day looks good. venice is such a great city , nothing like it in the world.our favorite , Beautiful at nite . Just booked 4 nights for carnival! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ninjacat123 Posted October 12, 2023 Author #123 Share Posted October 12, 2023 45 minutes ago, carsastic said: venice is such a great city , nothing like it in the world.our favorite , Beautiful at nite . Just booked 4 nights for carnival! We will be in Venice from 2pm to 10:30am Sunday. I’m hoping we can get some great night moments and pics!!👍😁 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare IntrepidFromDC Posted October 12, 2023 #124 Share Posted October 12, 2023 1 hour ago, carsastic said: venice is such a great city , nothing like it in the world.our favorite , Beautiful at nite . Just booked 4 nights for carnival! Totally agree and it's good to spend at least three nights... save one day to just wander. One of the joys of Venice is getting lost in the pre-medieval streets. You can never stay lost for long and there's always a drink and/or bite to be found. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carsastic Posted October 12, 2023 #125 Share Posted October 12, 2023 17 minutes ago, IntrepidFromDC said: Totally agree and it's good to spend at least three nights... save one day to just wander. One of the joys of Venice is getting lost in the pre-medieval streets. You can never stay lost for long and there's always a drink and/or bite to be found. That’s is the magic of Venice ! We been eating at a certain restaurant for 10 years now, found by getting lost ! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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