Greg4502

I fly with my cpap, in it's case, inside my carry on. So far, I have not been asked to take it out, but have been asked if it is a cpap. If you want it separate, you can take it on the plane as a carry on. For most airlines, it will not count, as the two bag limit for carry on's.

When I had to start using a CPAP, I had not been on a cruise yet. I knew the lamp on the bedstand would not accommodate the machine. From looking at pictures of the nightstand, I built a small stand that fits between the wall and the light and is tall enough to fit over the base of the lamp. The desk in my cabin is right next to the bed, so it gets plugged in there. I can leave CPAP where it is, During the day, I do disconnect the hose and store it in the nightstand. I cover the machine a disposable shower cap. I take a few extras to change them out. I carry the shelf in my checked luggage.

Like said above: The OTC medicine stash. Plus, any personal meds. Passport and government issued ID. I also take a couple of empty gallon size zip lock bags. I call them my bug out bags. Just in case there is an emergency and you have to abandon ship, you can put essential meds, passport, ID, money, cell phone, camera cards in the bag just in case you do end in the water.

Overall, I have spent over 90 days on the Emerald. I would sail on her again, no hesitation.

Captains’ Circle loyalty desk is where it takes me every time. Will that be our muster station? No. The muster stations are in dining areas, lounges/bars, the theater. On ships I have been on before, I know where the station is for my cabin. I pass by there on the way to the cabin and check in, if they are open. Then up to the room to unpack, while the video is playing. On the back of the door, will show you where your station will be.

As a retired avid backpacker, I have been though many boots during that time. I now wear the Merrell MOAB’s on excursions from the ship and hiking. I have found them to be the most comfortable out of the box. No matter what boots you choose, make sure you get them a few weeks prior to needing them. Break them in. Wear them around the house, out shopping, etc. If you are going to wearing them for an extended period, have some wide band aids on hand to cover the hot spot. They will probably show on the heel first. If you are going to be on a long hike, you will probably have a small backpack. Small backpack good for carrying extra water, snacks or lunch, small first aid kit. Also, a small spray bottle, like the trial size of hair spray of rubbing alcohol and an extra pair of socks. When you sit to take your rest stop, take those boots off, take your socks off and spray your feet with the alcohol. Let them dry, put the fresh socks on. I would clip the socks that I took off, to the outside of my pack to dry out, until the next stop. Your feet will thank you.

I have been doing so much cruising, I had to down size my RV.

The bus ride from Vancouver to Seattle is 3 hours long.

Ditto on the deck above the Lido deck. Also, unless they have changed it into an arcade. Starboard side, midship next to Crooners there is a smoking lounge.

The following items will not be allowed on board without a valid lawful reason: All firearms including non-firing weapons. An exception to this rule is law enforcement agents acting in an official capacity and certified armed security guards acting in an official capacity (with full permission of the ship’s Master). All imitation or replica weapons including de-commissioned weapons, those not capable of being fired and realistic imitation/toy weapons. Air/Pellet guns or any other variety of projectile firing weapon.

Elevator from 10 to nineteen. As you are looking at the elevators, the one on the far left will take you up to 19.

I have been to a few glaciers and through the canal a few times. Viewing the glaciers, it can get chilly. Now if you get too cold and go inside there goes your rail spot. Same goes with the canal. Sitting up above the bridge. You are out in the sun and if it hot, so are you. I prefer to move around the ship. You see more. Especially if you are shooting pictures. You will see different viewing aspects. Yes, the ships do rotate at the glaciers. The next time you are in the canal or at a glacier, move around. You would be surprised how many good viewing areas there are. Like an outside promenade deck on at canal cruise. You can see the canal up close. How the mules work and a lot of time this area is not crowded at all.

A cruise or two ago we had 3 helicopter evac's. The loud noise was probably the stabilizer being adjusted to make the ship more stable. For the evac. all of the deck furniture was cleared and tied down on deck 16, so they don't blow around from the down draft. There were three decks below that area and certain cabins that passengers were evacuated from. This time period was about 30 min prior and after the helicopter lifted the patient. We were told this in case the helicopter crashed on the deck.

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I have someone house sitting, plus I have my security team on duty.