Jim_Iain

The main church in old town has a beautiful park in front of it.

I have to say most of the time StarLink is loading my uploads much faster than in the past.

His sister bought that for him in Scotland. It's amazing how many people stop him and comment about it.

Sorry to hear. I have never done it but love crab. On Edge pre-covid they held it on the Magic Carpet. Sold out quickly.

Will send your well wishes to him. He is a really superstar of a bartender. Wonder who we will get next week.

Love impromptu moments. I was shooting one of Iain and a lady came up and Photo bombed him then gave him a big hug. We all had a good laugh.

Just some photos I grabbed on the way. Iain doesn’t wait for me as I dwaddle. I’m constantly jogging to catch up. Things just catch my eye and I can’t resist taking a photo to share.

We returned to the hotel for a rest stop as there are no facilities on Deer Island and then back to the ship. The driver was a real character and decided to give us a tour of Old Town on the way back to the ship. What a beautiful city. I got back and about 12:15 and met up with Iain. We grabbed a bite in OVC and then decided to walk back to town. If we had chosen we could have caught a open air cab for $5 US Our tour guide told me to just walk out of the terminal and follow the BLUE LINE. BTW - in Mazatland (very industrial port) they have a open air trolley to shuttle you from the ship to the terminal. They run about every 3-5 minutes and are free. And THE BLUE Line. - Literally it is about a 1 mile walk (20 minutes) to the center of Old Town.

Really good fit group and all agreed to hike up the mountain. We couldn't go all the way to the to due to trail damage due the Hurricane that hit a couple months ago. Great views and lots of bantering and helping others in the tough areas.

We were paired up and boarded our Kayak. My kayaking partner and I had neither Kayaked before but quickly grasped the skills to not run into the other boats. We spent about 1 1/2 hour kayaking around the islands. We all agreed we are going to feel it in our arms and forearms tomorrow.

We were fitted with a Life Vest and were shortly on our 10 minute trip to the island. As you can see the fog broke and turned out to be a perfect day with no winds and glass smooth waters. Temperatures were about 75-80 F We were offered water, juices, fresh fruit and pastries before we took off.

12/7/22. Mazatlan I was up early for my Kayak adventure We were one of the first tours and our group of 14 were met by our guide and 18 passenger van We headed among the promenade to Royal Villas Hotel. Time for a quick bathroom stop before boarding our short boat ride to Deer Island.

We were originally going to find a different bar but forgot about it. At one point there were about 10 up dancing. I told Iain.... at least it will be quiet. LOL I also thought it was not suited for Retreat. Room far too cramped.

So far I haven't heard a word about it. Maybe others on the cruise have seen it. I have to admit I've been bad at even opening the daily.

Don't think so. The couple we spoke with I think it was @jelayne. She said the only time available was 8:30 and Murano was at full staff - just empty of guests. Joan let us know more details.

I have to say I have some favorites and some not so favorites but have to agree I'm not starving.

I better book early.... LOL... I'm not sure what cut of beef I had for the New York Strip but didn't look like any strip I had seen before. Not great flavor either.

Today Iain is sleeping in and I’m taking a kayak trip around Deer Island and hike.

Woke to zero visibility but clearing at 8:00

Last night they had Silent Disco in Retreat go hum The ever popular Singh. He is going home at end of cruise.

Everyone must be worn out as the ship was dead We played the slots a bit and then cashed out. Martini mar at 10:00 pm

Night 4 Dinner - Luminae Amuse Bouche They had beet root thingy. I didn't even let Abdule put it on my plate. I absolutely hate beet root. I can see my sister cringe as she loves it. Starter - I had probably the only perfectly prepared one on the ship according to reviews. Mine was perfectly cooked and no fat vein at all. Iain had the Turkey Escarole Soup and loved it. For main we both had the Herb Marinated Chicken. Nicely cooked but there was a single spice that I can't put my finger on that just didn't work for me.

Carla... you know you would never give up Mr GenX Jeremy). He is far richer in spirit and soul to have you in his life. Iain said as a III probably Mafia money. LOL I can't even imagine of having such a ship with a private helicopter atop as a crowning cherry.

Sorry to hear of your experience. We had dinner in Luminae also and told Iain that next week we will book Murano next cruise on night 4. Definetly not my favorite menu in either Luminae or MDR. I also had the beef shortribs and mine were perfect with no fat whatsoever. When I mentioned to our waiter Abdule, he said the only thing he didn't like about it was the fat and he would eat around it. Iain had the soup and loved it.

Let alone Stainless. On that ship it looks like everything is Polished Chrome.