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Our Carnival Vista B2B - Havana Style - (with pics!) - 4/14/24
MJSailors replied to Jamman54's topic in Carnival Cruise Lines
Thank you for your postings and Pattiโs photos. It looks like there were few people at Amber Cove the day you visited. Was it because you were early arrivals there? MJ -
My DH and I are looking for a cruise leaving NY and arriving in Quebec. As I did see one listed on the Cunard website, I would like to know about such a cruise from other posters who have been on the QM2. Also, I saw a sheltered balcony being offered as one of the cabin choices. Has anyone stayed in such a cabin? If so, what was your experience with the accommodations? Thank you- MJ
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A question for @Ocean Boy and others who have visited Bermuda and have so enjoyed it there. My DH and I have traveled to Bermuda at least thirteen times beginning in 1983. We loved Bermuda on our first trip there and,obviously, made it a frequent vacation destination both with cruises and resort stays. Before our last visit there last June, we took a cruise on the Summit there in 2018. On the 2018 visit, we found Bermuda to be the wonderful place we knew. Fast forward to 2023 and we found many changes there, not for the good. The changes may have been a result of the pandemic , or a a change in the Bermuda society. We found many resorts closed, including the Fairmont Southampton Princess-the large pink hotel on the hill. Many of the stores based in Hamilton have also closed-Blucks, Trimimghams and the Irish Linen Shop to name a few. The beaches remain beautiful as well as the landmarks-Gibbs Hill Lighthouse, the worldโs smallest drawbridge and the Cathdral in Hamilton. I have to admit that we felt sadness in seeing all the changes. I think it is true that โyou canโt go home againโ because a familiar and loved place is so different from when you first discovered it. Now, to my question. For those who have enjoyed trips to Bermuda, did you notice the changes I have described if you have visited in the past few years? We would hope that recent upswing in the tourism economy would help restore Bermuda to the lovely and welcoming country it once was for so many appreciative visitors. MJ๐๐ปโโ๏ธ
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@Seadog Chiming in here with what Sue @Lionesssand Bonnie @BonTexasNY have posted re: swollen ankles on vacation. I had experienced them in past cruises, but found that copious amounts of water and walking helped the issue on later cruises. Plus cruise/restaurant food can be loaded with salt and preservatives. At home, we stay away from processed food and try to make good choices while in restaurants. Some lifestyle changes can make a person feel so much better. Hoping your Drโs can give you good advice and guidance for improved health. MJ๐๐ปโโ๏ธ
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Good thing that we didnโt bet on the Kentucky Derby. Sierra Leone and Fierceness were favored and there was much talk about them on the pre race show. Hardly a mention of Mystik Dan. None of the horses we chose made a great showing. Just a Touch finished last. Well, there is the Preakness next. And, maybe the Yankees will win today. On another note, we were at a friendsโ house last night for the Derby and dinner. One of the couples just returned from a cruise on the Anthem. While onboard,they booked another cruise for next May on Liberty of the Seas. I have not read much about that ship on CC. Has anyone sailed on that ship ? We are think8ng of joining them along with some other friends. The itinerary looks good- Bermuda and Puerto Rico are a few of the ports,plus it is a nine day cruise. Any info would be appreciated. MJ๐ฉ๐ป
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We plan to watch the Kentucky Derby race, not all the pre race coverage. We looked over the horses slated to run. DH picked Fierceness as Velazquez is the jockey and he usually roots for him. I picked Track Phantom. Weโll see! Seems the favorite is Sierra Leone.We donโt bet on much, but we have placed bets on the KD at a local OTB in the past. Are there any OTB places anymore? A number of years ago, we attended a family wedding near Louisville KY. Since it was a late afternoon wedding, we used the morning time to take a tour of Churchill Downs. It is a beautiful place. We have also gone to Belmont Park for both the big race and other times for regular races. My DHโs grandfather was a member of the Track and Field club there and he would lend us his pass to have lunch at the club and watch the races. Belmont has been changed to a casino and entertainment venue, although the race track remains. Wishing you all a winning day! MJ๐๐ปโโ๏ธ
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Something strange-I went to write a new post and the post about the cactus was still in the reply spot. I thought once a post appeared on the thread, it was gone from the reply area. Not sure about this? Anyway- @Momof3gurlz A friend of mine had both hips replaced at the same time. She was early sixties then. She had a great recovery. She will tell anyone that asks the reason for the recovery was that she followed all the Drโs and PTโs directions thoroughly. It has been over ten years since the surgery and she is doing great-plays pickleball and golf. Wishing your DH great success with the surgery and aftercare. Wishing you good days too as his caregiver- hoping DH follows all your directions too!๐ @Sea Dog Just remembered about the dosage of Turmeric. Dr recommended 2,000 MGs I have read that it should not be taken in conjunction with BP medication but 2-3 hours after. I think someone else answered your question. My response is a day late and a dollar short, but hope it helps. MJ๐๐ปโโ๏ธ
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@Luckynana I started a thread with a question about mask mandates. Thread is on page 2. Title is Question for Recent Passengers on a RCL Ship. My DH read something online about mask mandates. We had a discussion that I thought it was no longer the case and the info he read was outdated. To end the discussion, I went in CC for info. A poster was giving me some difficulty about me posting the question and thought I was a troll. That posterโs comments have now been deleted. Several posters from Daniโs thread wrote some good things about me and defended my posting. Just to say-one bad apple doesnโt spoil the whole bunch! Take care MJ๐๐ปโโ๏ธ