Live B2B2B2B From the Carnival Magic 11/26-12/22

[jam19872016]

We have lunch.

 

 

And drinks.

 

[jam19872016]

Seared shrimp.

 

[jam19872016]

Filet.

 

[jam19872016]

The seared shrimp were good. I think I prefer the the sausage bals though.

 

Filet was good again. Medium not an option so I went with medium rare since they usually cook a little more under the lamp. It did not, so was a little rare for me, but I used the sauce and it distracted me from that.

 

The ravioli on it really needs to be it's own dish. Very tasty.

 

Blueberry chia cheesecake.

 

[jam19872016]

Cheesecake was so yummy again!

 

Great conversations with my fellow travelers.

 

Talked to someone doing the Singapore to LA journey cruise. I've pretty much resigned myself to the fact I can't make it work, but talking to someone doing it has me all excited again.

 

Drinks were way stronger than they needed to be this early in the day. Not that I'm complaining. 

Edited December 3, 2023 by jam19872016

[jam19872016]

This crowd has already discovered my swing bench.

 

Plenty of comfy loungers available though. Absolute gorgeous day outside.

 

 

Coffee does not sober you up, old wives tail.

 

But not drinking after a generous bar staff at the diamond lunch certainly helps.

Edited December 3, 2023 by jam19872016

[jam19872016]

It's not a salad, but I needed some sustenance to counter act the drinks.

 

 

Look at those portions! Holy cow, BBQ rationing is not in effect today. I may need a late dinner 😀

[jam19872016]

That BBQ is so so good. There is no contest between the Ole fashioned BBQ served on the older ships upstairs above Lido and the BBQ served outside on the newer ships (and Sunrise). Yum 😋. 

 

After that I laid down. No napping ensued, but the rest was nice. Too much food and drink too quickly today.

 

Now I need to get up and start getting my walking in and of course work in some sauna time!

[jam19872016]

.2 lbs today.

 

Steps

 

[jam19872016]

Perfect weather turned around quick.

 

 

[jam19872016]

Not listed, but there is a game on on the big screen.

 

 

 

 

Tried for a photo, but the sky opened up on me.

 

Taking my walk inside.

[jam19872016]

Go sports!!

 

[jam19872016]

In kind of a weird spot where I'm not really hungry but I don't want to wait too late or I will miss 88 keys. 

 

I know if I wait until after the early show I will be very hungry.

 

Just checked, 40-50 minute wait on dinner. Late dinner it is. 

 

Preparing the mobile bar and then I will see what's going on until showtime. 

[jam19872016]

Trying something different...pg comedy. 

 

 

Not my favorite....takes a very special comedian to be funny AND clean but giving it a shot.

 

Twenty-one till showtime, there are only eight people here. Definitely easier to get into PG comedy...or this guy sucks.

[jam19872016]

Just realized I forgot to change so I could go right to dinner when the show let's out and maybe beat the rush. Oops.

Edited December 3, 2023 by jam19872016

[jam19872016]

Comedian was JeROME. Show was 50% full got to maybe 70%. Didn't really capture the crowd. Hard to at these clean shows.

 

At the theater now for 88 keys.

 

 

No Piano lady still. 

[LuvCruiSun]

6 hours ago, jam19872016 said:

Filet.

 

The food looks really good! We've only been to 2 diamond events so far. One was the cocktail party which we really enjoyed. There was only about 20 people and they introduced several of the officers including the captain. Prior to the introductions the captain came over to ask how everything was. We thought he was a waiter and we actually ordered a drink from him lol! We were quite embarrassed when we realized this during the introductions, but now it's a funny memory! Really enjoying following along with you on your trip!

[jam19872016]

I enjoyed the show. It's a basic musical revue style show, nothing fancy. But I enjoy the song selections and this is a very good cast of singers. I also like sitting up on the balcony and being able to see into the backstage areas and see part of the behind the scenes stuff not part of the show. Very interesting to me.

 

I'm not as hungry as I thought I would be. Going to charge my phone for a few minutes, refill the bar, and then head off for dinner.

 

Eating this late should have the added advantage of a quick meal service.

[jam19872016]

44 minutes ago, LuvCruiSun said:

The food looks really good! We've only been to 2 diamond events so far. One was the cocktail party which we really enjoyed. There was only about 20 people and they introduced several of the officers including the captain. Prior to the introductions the captain came over to ask how everything was. We thought he was a waiter and we actually ordered a drink from him lol! We were quite embarrassed when we realized this during the introductions, but now it's a funny memory! Really enjoying following along with you on your trip!

That's too funny!

 

As nice as the lunch is, I do enjoy the smaller event they have when there are only a few diamonds on board with the personal interaction with the officers and the captain. Even without a formal meal, there are usually some nice snacks going around and it's just overall a wonderful experience.

[jam19872016]

Checked in at 850 with under 10 minute wait.

 

[jam19872016]

Table assigned at 853.

 

 

[jam19872016]

Buffet line was slammed earlier...half time at the sportsketball game.

 

I did sneak into the buffet line.

 

 

 

 

[jam19872016]

Tuna crudo 904

 

[jam19872016]

That had a very nice flavor and was unexpectedly spicy. I'd not recommend this to anyone heat adverse, it was quite spicy. Very nice.

 

We are flying here filet and firecracker branzino at 907.

 

 

 

 

[jam19872016]

The description was a "duo" with a short rib which was not there, but that was a nice filet. Not as nice as the diamond lunch or steakhouse, but very good for an included steak. 

 

The fish I had last week even though I'm trying not to do a lot of repeats, some will be and this was a good repeat. Still very good.

 

Grand mariner souffle which is hopefully cooked through this time 918

 

 

Looks like it