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That's disappointing. I remember one port of call where there was an actual band with one, perhaps even two steel drummers playing at the end of the dock - that was a nice welcome. I guess I can the logic of using synthesizers versus steel drums as it is more easily set up and moved and offers a wider variety of sounds. Still, there's nothing like the real thing... Thanks all.

Does WOTS have a steel drum band at any time during the cruise? I presume it would be listed in the daily cruise planner as to the where and when. Thanks.

You know, she recently told me that I am permitted to awaken her when I get up to get her to accompany me. I asked if I could video her saying that for later use and she refused, so I think I know how that's going to go😁

We typically try to make it as easy as possible for our steward/ess. Rinsing out cups, stacking and plates, and disposing of any paper products appropriately are just a few examples of common courtesy. I've even made the bed a few times until I found out that it was re-made again anyhow😅

Seems like a good option; I'll try that.

We'd love to take the time to see more of Alaska and BC, however we both still work and cannot take so much time off our respective jobs. Perhaps once (IF) we retire, we'll take the time to do so. I vagabonded around southeast Alaska about 30 years ago and have always wanted to go back, but in a bit more comfortable manner! Thanks.

Cool beans! I'm looking forward to those shakes! What flavors are available? Do they offer chocolate malts?

For those who have used the gym on WOTS, are there showers available there? What about day lockers? Shower towels provided? Is there a fee for locker & towel use, if available? Could I use my own lock to secure the locker? Sometimes I'd rather shower at the gym rather than in the cabin, but I can't remember how the other ships' gyms we've used were outfitted. Thanks.

Easy peasy, just chuck it overboard at night!

DO you recall the name of that band? We're sailing on Wonder in about a month and that might be one band I'd be interested in hearing. Thanks.

Typically, if my memory serves me at all, I would get a cup of decaf coffee (for the wife), a cup of hot cocoa or milk (for me!), and four to six pastries/snacks from Cafe Promenade (CP) and Sorrentos in the evening to take back to the cabin - we would enjoy them on the balcony. Neither of us are interested in carrying any food from the Windjammer; though I do seem to remember getting a plate from one of the specialty restaurants and/or the MDR with a variety of desserts to carry back to the room for later in the evening. We find this most relaxing and enjoyable as we are typically too full to really enjoy any dessert after our evening meal. Room service isn't very attractive as we're not looking for full meal. As for room service in the morning, I didn't think they would bring the specialty coffees my wife likes nor the Tazo breakfast tea that I prefer - both of which were available at CP in the wee hours of the morning. Sometimes that's all we would have as we would hit the gym or the track before the WJ breakfast. I suppose I could ask the room steward/stewardess to bring us something to use such as a tray of some sort. Oh these first world problems!

I checked, but the smallest quantity is a pack of 30.

Thanks. Do one way voyages provide more ports-of-call than roundtrip voyages and is more time given at each port visited?

I wonder where I could lay my hands on a few of these?

Now that's what I'm talking about...a whole pizza and a couple of RedBulls right before turning in for the night...I'm all in!

Thanks, but you assume 1) it's a small piece and 2) it's only a piece (singular) ;0). I thought room service is no longer "complimentary" or included in the fare??

On past cruises I would awaken much earlier than the lovely wife and go out to catch the sunrise. On my way back to the cabin I would stop by Cafe Promenade to pick up a hot breakfast tea for me, coffee for the wife, and some breakfast pastries for us both. Also there were many evenings that we would want to enjoy a late night snack and I would again run down to Sorrentos to pick up some pizza and grab some beverages as well. In either case, I had my hands full! The problem for me has always been trying to carry all this from the promenade deck back up to the cabin, especially when I had to take the elevators - imagine a guy with two drinks and a bunch of food in his hands trying to hit the elevator button with his elbow or big toe of one foot while balancing on the other! Anyway, it occurred to me that others have likely solved this dilemma and what better place to find possible solutions than the CC Forum?! So what tactics have you successfully employed to carry a bunch of drinks and food up to your cabins?

We're considering an Alaska cruise in 2024. What are the pros and cons of Seattle and Vancouver as embarkation points? Also, the pros & cons of a round trip versus one way cruise? Thanks much.

On previous cruises with the Royal Refreshment Drink Package, I was able to get Red Bulls all day long; I even had the Vitality Spa mix me a smoothie with a Red Bull in it, great start to the workout!

Those who do not employ personal earbuds of some sort in public should be forced to walk the plank or be keel-hauled right along with those who smoke on their balconies.

Happy Hanukkah and an early Merry Christmas to all you CC members! We're about 47 days out from our February cruise on Wonder and I'm wondering what shows are really worth taking in on her. Recommendations? Any to avoid? We don't care for anything vulgar. Thanks.

Unless you are bringing FOOD!

The ocean is still the most beautiful blue.

Huh! I thought the poster WAS referring to the animal, not the show. Never seen the show, but cannot stand cats.

I forgot about Playmakers! May be a good option for lunch too. We've been to Johnny Rockets at least twice for lunch on other ships and it was just okay. Mason Jar is definitely on our list. Thanks.