wrp96 Posted January 10, 2008 #376 Share Posted January 10, 2008 Quick question about the skipped port. Cozumel is the first stop and Progresso is the last stop. How did they know Progresso would be skipped to keep you there overnight? Maybe I'm just confused or they changed the itinerary. I'm going to go with Texasmunk's statement about high tech weather forecasting. Also, in the past, ships have had troubles leaving the pier in Progreso if it was too windy. I know that before Wilma, Carnival had removed Progreso from most of it's itineraries because a few ships were delayed out of there every time, making the ship late back to Florida. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lindslea Posted January 10, 2008 #377 Share Posted January 10, 2008 This will be our first experience being able to use the concierge lounge and I am wondering a couple of things. Are my teens allowed to go in and get juice or coke, and is Dr. Pepper or Mr. Pibb available there (or anywhere else on the ship)? Is this a smoking or non-smoking area? And does anyone know if RC still sells non-alcoholic frozen drink cards like the did several years ago? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robtx100 Posted January 10, 2008 #378 Share Posted January 10, 2008 Actually Roatan was our first port. We did the canopy zipline which in Roaton which was awesome (note the ship did not offer) by the time we got to the beach the storm was in. We skipped Progreso because of weather. Capt Gerry reported we could not enter the channel in such high seas and the trip to Progreso would have been terrible for everyone one board, so the decision was made to overnight in Cozumel.......from there on still horrible weather, 20ft seas, no sun, so THIS made for a very bad vacation. not VOS itself. I can enjoy a ship for 3-4 days but 6!!!! Sorry I am out. I am an outdoor person so being cooped up and unfortunately even on VOS I felt cooped up. This is our itinerary. I thought it was the same for every other sailing that wasn't going to Jamaica/GC. For those of us who like to book private excursions (not because of the cost, but because of the crowds), this isn't good. It's strange that Roatan was your first port. 27-Jan Galveston, Texas 5:00 PM 28-Jan Cruising Cruising 29-Jan Cozumel, Mexico 8:00 AM 5:00 PM Docked 30-Jan Roatan, Honduras 9:00 AM 6:00 PM Docked 31-Jan Cruising Cruising 01-Feb Yucatan (Progreso), Mexico 8:00 AM 8:00 PM Docked 02-Feb Cruising Cruising 03-Feb Galveston, Texas 7:00 AM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobba22 Posted January 10, 2008 #379 Share Posted January 10, 2008 Hi Piemom9397, We were on the Voyager last year during the Final Four weekend and they showed the Championship game in Studio B the ice arena on a very large screen so that hundreds of people were able to watch. BOB:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruizinmimi Posted January 10, 2008 #380 Share Posted January 10, 2008 This will be our first experience being able to use the concierge lounge and I am wondering a couple of things. Are my teens allowed to go in and get juice or coke, and is Dr. Pepper or Mr. Pibb available there (or anywhere else on the ship)? Is this a smoking or non-smoking area? And does anyone know if RC still sells non-alcoholic frozen drink cards like the did several years ago? This has been my experience when using the CL. The sodas will be locked up in the morning times when your teens will be allowed to go in and get contintental breakfast. Rcl does not carry DP or Mr. Pibb. Yes, it is a nonsmoking area. Yes, they still sell drink cards/soda cards. Also, in the CL they will not let you take any drinks out of the CL. Your teens will be able to get juice if they have it available. Sometimes they don't always set it up the same every morning. Your teens will not be allowed to enter CL in the evenings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkportersat Posted January 10, 2008 #381 Share Posted January 10, 2008 Awesome, thanks!! I hope you have a great time :D I will be in 7616 in 4 days! I'll let your know how it was when I get back!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkportersat Posted January 10, 2008 #382 Share Posted January 10, 2008 That would probably be cool to overnight in Cozumel, I always feel the time there is too short. But oh my, no casino for the night? That would have saved me some money :) hehe. Actually Roatan was our first port. We did the canopy zipline which in Roaton which was awesome (note the ship did not offer) by the time we got to the beach the storm was in. We skipped Progreso because of weather. Capt Gerry reported we could not enter the channel in such high seas and the trip to Progreso would have been terrible for everyone one board, so the decision was made to overnight in Cozumel.......from there on still horrible weather, 20ft seas, no sun, so THIS made for a very bad vacation. not VOS itself. I can enjoy a ship for 3-4 days but 6!!!! Sorry I am out. I am an outdoor person so being cooped up and unfortunately even on VOS I felt cooped up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TEXASMUNK Posted January 10, 2008 #383 Share Posted January 10, 2008 if Carlos N Charlies gets rowdy during daylight hours, imagine what occurs when the sun goes down! For those heading out of Jan 13....would someone please come back and answer one question!?!?!? Is the Texas Hold Em table in the casino handled by a dealer or the new electronic version? Thank you, in advance!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nomoreknothead Posted January 10, 2008 #384 Share Posted January 10, 2008 Hi, how are you? Of course I remember you. I do still have the orange straw cowboy hat. I'll be wearing it on our Voyager. That was so nice of you to recognize me in the terminal and come up and say hi. :) Hope you have a good trip on Voyager as well as us! Say a little prayer that we have better weather than the last cruise with these ports! I'm looking forward to seeing new places! Wear that hat with pride! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snoozeman Posted January 10, 2008 #385 Share Posted January 10, 2008 For those heading out of Jan 13....would someone please come back and answer one question!?!?!? Is the Texas Hold Em table in the casino handled by a dealer or the new electronic version? Thank you, in advance!!! I'll take that one! I'll find out first hand...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petel Posted January 10, 2008 #386 Share Posted January 10, 2008 I'll take that one! I'll find out first hand...... I've posted this all over these boards ........ would you take it along and see how close it is ....... please. This is a question for those who have sailed on Voyager from Galveston: Is this the menu you remember? Are the formal nights correct? Would someone who sailed on VY since Christmas please post a "Yes" or "NO" that this looks like the menu you had? Would you also please add theme nights, ice show times and parade times? Please. Day One Sunday Starters Melon and Mango – Drizzled with ginger syrup Melon and Proscuitto Smoked Fish Tapenade – Smoked fish, onions, capers, fresh herbs, served with crostini coulis Vidalia Onion Tart – sweet onions and gruyere cheese baked in pastry with red pepper Tuscan Tomato Soup – Thick rustic soup swirled with basil pesto Saigon Chicken Noodle Soup – Chicken broth with lemon grass, ginger, noodles and julienne vegetables Chilled Watermelon Gazpacho – Garnished with chopped celery and cucumber Salad Spinach Salad – with plum tomatoes, sliced mushrooms and toasted pine nuts Traditional Caesar Salad Entrees Shrimp Ravioli – In a cream coconut lime lobster sauce with wilted spinach and crispy fried leeks Stuffed Chicken Breast – filled with prosciutto and brie, served with red pimento relish Slow Roasted prime Rib – with baked potato and horseradish au jus Grilled Mediterranean Vegetable Quesadilla – Folded in a flour tortilla with Manchego cheese and tomato and cilantro salsa Chef Signature Entrée Royal Herb Crusted Fillet of Atlantic Cod – with light cream saffron champagne sauce, red skinned mashed potatoes and scallions Deserts Ivory Chocolate Fondue – full of mixed berries with a crunchy biscuit Apple pie a la Mode – Slices of spiced golden delicious apples baked in a double crust pasry topped with vanilla ice cream Savarin – rum soaked yeast cake filled with banana cream, finished with orange wedges, kadota figs, and chocolate chips Low Fat Tropical Fruit salad – marinated in grand marnier Sugar Fee Swan Chantilly – a pastry swan filled with sugar free whipped cream served with apricot puree Day 2 - Formal Night Monday Starters Orange Carpaccio – orange slices, red onions, watercress, feta cheese and cumin mint yogurt Shrimp Cocktail royal – with cocktail sauce Escargots Bourguignonne – baked snails in garlic herb butter Lobster Bisque – finished with cognac and whipped cream Oxtail Broth – beefy broth and aged sherry, served with a crispy cheese twist Chilled Golden Pear – Garnished with dried cranberries Caesar salad Entrees Truffled Wild Mushroom Linguini Alfredo – Linguini pasta folded in a creamy wild mushroom and white truffle sauce Golden Sea Bass – Pan Seared fillet, Spanish sofrito, black olive polenta and fried capers Roasted Duck – with black currant sauce, red cabbage and croquette potatoes Eggplant Mozzarella Tower – with chunky plum tomato sauce and balsamic glaze Chef Signature Entrée Filet of Beef – creamy whipped potatoes and crimini mushrooms with green peppercorn sauce Deserts Grand Marnier Soufflé Double Strawberry Cheesecake Cherries Jubilee Low Fat Double strawberry Cheesecake Sugar Free Coconut Vanilla Layer Cake Day 3 Tuesday Starters Caprese Salad – fresh mozzarella and tomatoes drizzled with olive oil Antipasti – Cured Italian ham, seasonal melon, grilled vegetables, marinated Portobello mushrooms, baked caramelized garlic Scallop Risotto – Sauteed sea scallops over Charred sweet corn and mascarpone risotto Creamy Roasted Garlic Soup – with rye bread croutons Minestrone – A rich Italian soup of vegetables, tomato, and pasta Chilled Strawberry Bisque – garnished with fresh mint Salad Insalata Mista – Mixed greens, zucchini, red bell peppers and black olives Traditional Caesar Salad Entrees Rigatoni Pasta – with spiced chorizo sausage, red and green peppers, grilled corn, olive oil and basil Garlic Tiger Shrimp – Garlic herb baked with seasonal vegetables Chicken Marsala – Marsala mushroom sauce, mashed potatoes and fresh vegetables Vegetarian Chili – With jalapeno corn bread, grated cheese and sour cream Chefs Signature Entrée Lamb Shank with Rosemary – Slowly braised with garlic mashed potatoes and oven roasted vegetables Deserts Warm Chocolate Cake Raspberry Panna Cotta Tiramisu Low Fat Angel Food Cake Sugar Free Chocolate Mint Cake Day 4 Wednesday Starters Mozzarella Salad – over arugula with a tomato basil salsa Melon with Proscuitto Chilled Shrimp Cocktail Scallop and Mussels Gratin – seared with Pernod Bouillabaisse Tuscan White Bean Soup Vichyssoise Mesulun and Fennel Salad Entrees Ravioli Mare Monte – filled with cheese in a crabmeat mushroom sauce Baked Perch – with sautéed spinach, balsamic and parmesan roasted potatoes and lemon sauce Royal Sirloin – on a baked eggplant, zucchini and vegetable medley with Sicilian onions and pepper olive salsa Vegetable paella – saffron rice with tomatoes, onions, bell peppers and asparagus tips, garnished with black olives and chopped scallions Chef Signature Entrée Coq au Vin – with mushrooms, bacon, caramelized baby inions, grilled polenta and crispy pancetta Deserts Crème Catalan Spanish Orange Almond Cake Chocolate Hazelnut Truffle Tart Low Fat French Apple Flan Sugar Free Chocolate Panna Cotta Day 5 Thursday Starters Fired Roasted Red Pepper Hummus – with roasted marinated zucchini and toasted pita Shrimp Cocktail Melon Proscuitto Spinach Sweet Potato Dip – served warm with crisp tortilla chips Roasted Pumpkin and Apple Soup – with crème fraiche and fried sage Onion Soup – Caramalized onions in beed broth with Gruyere toast Chilled Forest Berries and Buttermilk soup – a combination of fresh berries blended with buttermilk Salad Greek Salad for the Table Entrees Grey Goose Vodka and Smoked Salmson Cream Pasta - Creamy sauce tossed with orechhiette pasta, finished with mushrooms and crushed tomatoes Roasted Turkey – with apple bread dressing, pan gravy, mashed potatoes and cranberry sauce Grilled NY Strip Steak – Bearnaise sauce, fried potato wedges and zucchini Indian Vegetable Curry – braised spiced garden vegetables with steamed rice and a refreshing cucumber yogurt sauce Chef Signature Entrée Mahi Mahi Tempura – Lightly battered and fried with homemade sweet and sour sauce, stir fried vegetables Deserts Brownie Madness Key Lime Pie Banana and Crunchy Nut Parfait Sugar Free Key Lime Pie Low Fat Strawberry Shortcake Day 6 – Friday Formal Night Starters Sun Ripened Pineapple - Sliced Pineapple, Sun dried apricot ricotta and black pepper Citrus Cured Salmon - Thinly Slices with a dill cucumber salad Creamed Wild Mushrooms in Puff pastry – crimini and oyster mushrooms in flaky pastry Cream of Asparagus – Garnished with crunchy almonds Double Duck Consomme – with julienne vegetables and aged port Roasted Peach Soup – Finished with fresh strawberries Entrees New England Bay Scallops and Ziti – topped with Portobello mushrooms and fire roasted red pepper pesto Fisherman’s Plate – A broiled lobster tail and garlicky shrimp with broccoli florets Slow Roasted Aged Prime Rib – cut thick served with baked potato Asian Fried Tofu – with sautéed bok choy, shiitake mushrooms and red curry sauce Chef Signature Entrée Thai BBQ Chicken Breast Deserts Desert Sampler – a trio of exquisite tastes Low fat Berry Mousse Sugar Free Red Berry Tart Day 7 Saturday Starters Exotic Fruits Crab and Shrimp Salad Melon Proscuitto Beef and Veal Tortallacci Jalapeño Potato Soup Chicken consommé Chilled Cranberry and Mango soup Seasonal Greens Caesar Salad Entrees Penne Tarantina – tossed in chunky tomato-garlic sauce, with mussels, shrimp and scallop Parmesan Crusted Turkey Tenderloin with sage mustard Sauce Slow Roasted Beef Shoulder Fillet – with marscapone roasted potatoes and Shiraz reduction Asparagus and Brie Tart – grilled plum tomato, arugula, red pepper essence and chive oil Chef Signature Entrée Cornmeal Dusted Talapia with Japanese ratatouille and garlic wasabi aioli Deserts Choco-Chino Trilogy BBB Magic Mango Parfit Low Fat Exotic Pineapple and Coconut Cake Steamed Sugar Free Vanilla and Berry Custard Alternative Selections always available Ziti with Marinara Sauce Broiled Fillet of Norwegian Salmon Grilled Chicken Breast with seasonal herbs Grilled Black Angus Top Sirloin with herb butter Ice Cream, Sugar Free Ice Cream and sherbet selections Cheese selection Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snoozeman Posted January 10, 2008 #387 Share Posted January 10, 2008 It is odd that there have been few reviews up to now. I know there will be several of us reviewing though (13th) this week. I know that's too late for some of y'all (20th) Pete-I receive an email from Towmater today & she's your week. She's probably on your roll-call. (One of my fav Cruise Critic members that I've sailed with) I promised her I'd post some info from Cozumel as I have access to a computer there. I'll get the poker table, ice skating/show, & parade information at least. But maybe one of the people who have already sailed will confirm your questions! I don't know where they are? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petel Posted January 10, 2008 #388 Share Posted January 10, 2008 .............................. Pete-I receive an email from Towmater today & she's your week. She's probably on your roll-call. (One of my fav Cruise Critic members that I've sailed with) I promised her I'd post some info from Cozumel as I have access to a computer there. I'll get the poker table, ice skating/show, & parade information at least............................. Thanks - I knew I could count on you. We've got a great group on the 27th so all the info will be helpful planning those little extra activities. The 20th group is also pretty active and there are a number of B2Bers on 13 & 20 and 20 & 27 so we're going to have some pretty good overlaps. 'Course by the time we get the routine down it will be April and we'll have to start training the VY crew all over again next year. About Towmater - don't think I've seen that screen name on either the 20th or 27th. Is it possible that you outed a lurker :eek: I hope our little group hasn't scared her into lurking ;) Will be standing by the puter while you're in Cozumel. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rockiesfan Posted January 10, 2008 #389 Share Posted January 10, 2008 I'll take that one! I'll find out first hand...... Since you'll be in the casino anyway . . . can you let us know if there is a 2X odds night? On Freedom last March, they had "Jamaican Me Crazy" night with 2X odds at the craps table. It really helped our game! We hadn't seen this during any of our previous cruises. Also, throw those daily compasses in your suitcase and, when you get home, post them for us! Thanks- Nan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
texascruzer Posted January 11, 2008 #390 Share Posted January 11, 2008 if Carlos N Charlies gets rowdy during daylight hours, imagine what occurs when the sun goes down! For those heading out of Jan 13....would someone please come back and answer one question!?!?!? Is the Texas Hold Em table in the casino handled by a dealer or the new electronic version? Thank you, in advance!!! I will try to remember. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Little Elm Posted January 11, 2008 #391 Share Posted January 11, 2008 This has been my experience when using the CL. The sodas will be locked up in the morning times when your teens will be allowed to go in and get contintental breakfast. Rcl does not carry DP or Mr. Pibb. Yes, it is a nonsmoking area. Yes, they still sell drink cards/soda cards. Also, in the CL they will not let you take any drinks out of the CL. Your teens will be able to get juice if they have it available. Sometimes they don't always set it up the same every morning. Your teens will not be allowed to enter CL in the evenings. They lock up the soda in the morning. What if I want one? Will there be someone there who can unlock it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isujim Posted January 11, 2008 #392 Share Posted January 11, 2008 Thanks - I knew I could count on you. We've got a great group on the 27th so all the info will be helpful planning those little extra activities. The 20th group is also pretty active and there are a number of B2Bers on 13 & 20 and 20 & 27 so we're going to have some pretty good overlaps. 'Course by the time we get the routine down it will be April and we'll have to start training the VY crew all over again next year. About Towmater - don't think I've seen that screen name on either the 20th or 27th. Is it possible that you outed a lurker :eek: I hope our little group hasn't scared her into lurking ;) Will be standing by the puter while you're in Cozumel. :) Pete Hope you guys have a great cruise.........since we are doing this same b2b in April, I want the particulars of the turn around day when you guys get back. Enjoy your trip. Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isujim Posted January 11, 2008 #393 Share Posted January 11, 2008 They lock up the soda in the morning. What if I want one? Will there be someone there who can unlock it? It has been our experience, only if the concierge is there can it be unlocked. I'm sure they will if you ask.......but if you go in before they get there, there will be no one who can unlock the pantry. At least that has been our experience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BillOh Posted January 11, 2008 #394 Share Posted January 11, 2008 It is odd that there have been few reviews up to now. I know there will be several of us reviewing though (13th) this week. I know that's too late for some of y'all (20th) Have fun, I'll be watching for the reviews. I love reading about Voyager and may put her on the list for my first cruise as platinum in '10. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruizinmimi Posted January 11, 2008 #395 Share Posted January 11, 2008 They lock up the soda in the morning. What if I want one? Will there be someone there who can unlock it? Yes, the liquor, wine, set-ups & sodas are locked up after the concierge leaves in the evening. Sometimes he/she does come in the morning. The Concierge sometimes has a helper set up the continental breakfast in the am and they do not show. The assistant will not be able to open up the cabinet. Only the concierge can get into the cabinets. I've been in the CL when the concierge has been in there and they will say things like "Well, we're out of sodas, sorry" "I need to restock for this afternoon". But there again, you might get lucky. It depends on the concierge:( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bd6862 Posted January 11, 2008 #396 Share Posted January 11, 2008 The menu looks similar but not exactly and some of the items were on different days. First night was surf and turf, lobster night was on Friday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bd6862 Posted January 11, 2008 #397 Share Posted January 11, 2008 This is our itinerary. I thought it was the same for every other sailing that wasn't going to Jamaica/GC. For those of us who like to book private excursions (not because of the cost, but because of the crowds), this isn't good. It's strange that Roatan was your first port. 27-Jan Galveston, Texas 5:00 PM 28-Jan Cruising Cruising 29-Jan Cozumel, Mexico 8:00 AM 5:00 PM Docked 30-Jan Roatan, Honduras 9:00 AM 6:00 PM Docked 31-Jan Cruising Cruising 01-Feb Yucatan (Progreso), Mexico 8:00 AM 8:00 PM Docked 02-Feb Cruising Cruising 03-Feb Galveston, Texas 7:00 AM Our sailing itenerary was: Dec 30 - Galveston December 31 - At Sea January 1 - At Sea January 2nd - Roatan Honduras January 3rd - Cozumel January 4th - Progresso (which was skipped due to weather so we stayed overnight in Cozumel and departed at 11am for Galveston) They made the announcement the morning we arrived in Cozumel. January 5th - At Sea January 6th - Glaveston Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfganghowell Posted January 11, 2008 #398 Share Posted January 11, 2008 We've seen a double odds craps night on every cruise. It's just one night and they always mark it in the daily compass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
In the Pink Posted January 11, 2008 #399 Share Posted January 11, 2008 Our sailing itenerary was:Dec 30 - Galveston December 31 - At Sea January 1 - At Sea January 2nd - Roatan Honduras January 3rd - Cozumel January 4th - Progresso (which was skipped due to weather so we stayed overnight in Cozumel and departed at 11am for Galveston) They made the announcement the morning we arrived in Cozumel. January 5th - At Sea January 6th - Glaveston Was that the original itinerary or did it get changed to that due to weather? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robtx100 Posted January 11, 2008 #400 Share Posted January 11, 2008 Our sailing itenerary was:Dec 30 - Galveston December 31 - At Sea January 1 - At Sea January 2nd - Roatan Honduras January 3rd - Cozumel January 4th - Progresso (which was skipped due to weather so we stayed overnight in Cozumel and departed at 11am for Galveston) They made the announcement the morning we arrived in Cozumel. January 5th - At Sea January 6th - Glaveston I would think if this was a permanent change they would let us know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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