Cairns Cruisers

1 hour ago, sid_9169 said:

The day here is finally winding down, and we've been busy either with customers or cutting pads all day. Tomorrow is Free Lunch Friday, and hopefully it'll be a nice smooth one sliding into The Masters weekend. The weather is supposed to be nice, so a motorcycle ride is on the horizon either Saturday or Sunday, and I'm hoping to make it somewhere "new to me" for lunch on one of those days... 

I own a share in a racehorse who's sire is named Spieth.

The name I picked was chosen by the group. I thought it was apt.

On 4/6/2024 at 4:55 PM, charliedalrymple said:

 

Hmmm....you seem to favour reds.  I think that Australia is better at whites, while the Kiwis produce better reds.  I'll be interested to hear your perspective.

 

Don't forget to try the cocktail bar at the top of the Shangri-La if you have the opportunity!

Seriously you are leading them up the garden path.

Ever heard of Marlborough Sav Blanc?😄

Reds in NZ are nowhere near as good as Australia.

You never told them how good your Canberra wines are from Helm and Clonakilla either.

On 4/8/2024 at 7:52 AM, Riles34 said:

Lobster Ravioli with shrimp, homemade vodka cream sauce, spinach, cherry tomatoes, garlic, shallot, and a splash of brandy. Perfect dinner!

Now that looks yummy.

1 minute ago, sid_9169 said:

Ten minutes now, and nothing... Maybe I got a defective batch?

Don't worry Sid, The razor blades will appear soon enough😅

11 hours ago, graphicguy said:

That's too bad.  The Reds are a "big deal" in Cincinnati....even when they are bad.  

 

Cincinnati is a huge sports town.  There probably wasn't a sports bar within a 100 mile radius of the stadium that didn't have their TVs tuned into the Reds game.

 

Local High School sports are big.

 

Football season it's either Joe Burrow and the Bengals or Ohio State Football.

 

We even just built a new MLS stadium, which is starting to get some traction.

After our Alaska cruise we’re flying YVR to Chicago for 3 nights and it’s the Cubs last home series for reg season against your Reds. Really looking forward to it.

1 hour ago, TrqoisWtrs said:

Calvin Harris??!!  oh m gee.  Megan you must go.  Love him!  And in Ibiza?  I mean, come on...Get your dance on!!  Love his videos on YouTube that are long mixes - so great to work out or clean house to lol.  Great duos too - like Promises with Sam Smith and One Kiss with Dua Lipa.  

I like This Is What You Came For with Rihanna too.

Thanks for your all your photos they are great.

We are on Sapphire this September.

4 hours ago, mamiamjo said:

The Riverwalk area is pretty much all touristy, but still some good Mexican Restaurants Pico de Gallo, Mi Tierra etc. You could also check out La Fogata on Vance Jackson north of downtown (but not too far). Haven't eaten there in years but they have really good food and great Margaritas. You could also look on Trip Advisor for loads of reviews etc.

Thanks have done all the Tripadvisor searching, just wanted a locals input.

6 hours ago, LatinaInTexas said:

So the reason I didn't have any of my own suggestions is because other than my favorite hole in the wall Mexican place I don't really eat out Mexican food because a lot of food here in Texas is Tex-Mex and I prefer my own cooking lol.

But my restaurant group suggested Paloma Blanca and La Gloria both you can Uber to, close to downtown. La Gloria has won San Antonios best margarita for the last 6 years. Also recommended was Rita's that is on the Riverwalk and Acenar.

A few others not far away are Guadalajara Grill and Poblanos. 

Thank you for those suggestions.

7 hours ago, TravelGirlinDallas said:

Boudros Texas Bistro is my fave Riverwalk restaurant, but it's not a traditional Mexican place. Their tableside guac is SO good, though.

Thanks to you and TX Teach.

3 hours ago, LatinaInTexas said:

I will get back to you on that since the riverwalk area is pretty touristy. I will ask in my restaurant group😁

Thanks.

These guys apparently have great grilled chicken and a famous green sauce,is all that I've found.

1 hour ago, LatinaInTexas said:

Next time that happens just stand your ground and insist you saw the lower price and want it for that price. Cashiers have leeway to honor what a guest says is the price they saw up to $20 sometimes more to make it right. They don't have to call a supervisor or get permission and they aren't supposed to ask for a price check. Target would rather lose some money rather than lose the sale or hold up the line. 

Hi Latinaln Texas,

I will be in SA in October, staying in the riverwalk area.

Could you suggest a non touristy Mexican restaurant we could have lunch at,

don't mind if it's an Uber trip to get to.

Thanks.

1 hour ago, cruisin*tigger said:

Freaking out😫 … tornado warning ⚠️ going right over me…multiple touch downs…tornado siren…hunkered down in my interior bathroom..me and pup…she’s freaked too…brought her bed into the bathroom…can hear thunder 😬😬

Got my fingers crossed for you.

1 hour ago, DiamondSuiteCruiser said:

We have also stayed at the Pinnacle Marriott approximately a block and a half away. We had a great room high floor overlooking the harbor. Might be worth checking it out.

 

Thanks for the suggestion. Unfortunately still $1100 a night there.

I think we will venture out Robson St way to get something less pricey.

Too rich for me. We have checked for the last 6 months and have never found PP under A$800 a night.

Below is today's price for this Sept. Auberge was the next plan but now fully booked. Plan C now required😄.

I’m yet to try five guys or whataburger, but I did enjoy shake shack on a visit to NYC. How does it stack up with the other two?

1 hour ago, jimbri said:

Looking forward to your cruise. Go for the colonoscopy... had my first in my late 30's and I'm still here 40 years later because of it and keeping up every 3 years (hopefully you won't have to go so often).  Enjoy the cruise. You're doing good.         

Pretty sure he'll be going often😆

Sapphire Princess - 290 days Alaska.

Appreciate your feedback Alyssa, We are on Sapphire next September to Alaska. Have you tried the specialty restaurants and if so how were they?

Hi Sid,

Just finished latest season of Virgin River and they had this tequila Clase Azul.

I wondered if you had come across it or even tried it?

It's been in oak barrels for 8 months and is around $300 a bottle.

On 7/30/2023 at 3:56 AM, Riles34 said:

We have had ours go off 3-4 times around 2am. They are hardwired and beyond loud, like box store loud. Two small kids and a dog makes for a good time...no idea what trips it other than a quick guess of moisture if windows are open here in VT. 

 

 

We've moved to an apartment nearly a year ago,and ours does this also.

I'm worried what if it happens when we go away for 2 weeks.I've stopped it a.s.a.p. but does anyone know if it stops after a certain time on it's own?

11 hours ago, sid_9169 said:

Doesn't Jerry look like a young Dave Grohl's brother?

Thanks for the detailed review.

We are basically doing the same ports as you in Sept 2024 on Sapphire out of Vancouver.

Certainly whet's the appetite seeing your photo's.

5 hours ago, JinxyB said:

Hey all, just found this thread and wanted to introduce myself. I never knew this thread existed, and boy do I have a lot to catch up on! I think I was tagged somehow and in my extra vacay time looked it up. My other thread on NCL is blowing up and I haven’t been exactly nice to some people, but I think Sid can attest that what I’m experiencing is in fact, true. Anyways, I’m having a great time on the ‘Joy’ and am living it up. My real name is actually Joy, so this is MY ship LOL!

Great to see you over here. Everything you said was completely valid and I'm sure you can handle yourself against the Nark's. BTW my Mum was Joy and I gave my daughter Joy as her middle name.

6 hours ago, sid_9169 said:

Laid back day here so far at work... Hopefully that continues for the rest of the day... 

 

The new guy here let's just say that English isn't exactly his strong point. Mostly just grunts and nods when it comes to communicating. Kinda like Chaka on the Land of the Lost... 

Sid, Your boss sure knows how to find them😄....