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The bread has raisins and cranberries. The description next to the bread uses the word stollen. It may not be an authentic recipe but it is similar. This is RC's interpretation of the bread.

That bread is a stollen. Yes, they do. If you don't see it, ask someone. On my cruise last month, it was near the muffins.

Last week, I was on Reflection in cabin 3170. The last few mornings, I heard some banging but it didn't bother me. I sailed solo and the cabin was large enough for me. I can't imagine 3 adults in that cabin. You are going to be on top of each other with little space to move around. Have you seen the picture of the cabin?

I was on last week's cruise. There were 2 evening chic nights, both sea days. My cruise began Sunday and ended Saturday. Evening chic nights were Monday and Thursday.

Melody - Have a wonderful and safe trip.

Hello Ladies. Back from my cruise today. I didn't care for Reflection. I thought the decor was rather dark, a lot of brown. Silhouette was much better. Otherwise the cruise itself was good. It was very windy, overcast and cool even in Cozumel. It wasn't bad in the sun. Many people who wanted to sit poolside were bundled up in towels. There were maybe 10 kids at most. Lois - I have sailed on Princess. I liked them. My only complaint was the theaters were small so you had to arrive early. On other ships, there are always seats available but it was SRO some evenings. I don't know if a lot of kids would be on Princess, not much for them to do. A couple of kids on my cruise looked bored. No kids pool. You are right that Celebrity was charging solos more than double. Before my cruise, I was perusing the Celebrity website and noticed a price drop on my December cruise. I called them and got a much better price. The December cruise is on Apex. Ascent was next to Reflection and I did not see the ship lit up. This was daytime so I don't know what it looks like at night. Melody - Weather in So Fla Tuesday is predicted to be 70.

I usually choose Jamie's for lunch.

Out of the 2 options, I would go with the sofa bed. However, neither option would be comfortable for me. I want a bed. You may find 3 women in a cabin tight.

Melody, I enjoyed Silhouette and I'm sure I'll like Reflection.

I'm leaving Sunday for my next cruise on Celebrity Reflection. This is the last one for a while. Lois, glad to hear your health is improving. I remember you did go through a rough time.

Yesterday I went on the Celebrity website to see if there was a price drop for my December cruise. I was surprised to see there was a big price difference so I called Celebrity and they adjusted the price. I also checked the priced for my Alaska cruise in June and the price has gone up since I booked. Apparently, it is not across the board for solo price drops.

I am also on this cruise and traveling solo. Looking forward to Sunday. I'm approx. a half hour from the port.

I have had soft serve in Ocean View Cafe along with scooped ice cream.

I have taken the train both ways. The train arrives in Sanford in Central Florida. I would spend the night closer to Ft. Lauderdale. As you mentioned, there are plenty of places to stop. I would consider anywhere from West Palm Beach to Ft. Lauderdale. Less to worry about being closer to the port.

Great news, Melody. Good to hear that things are going in the right direction. If it is a folding walker, taking it may not be a bad idea. Sometimes it's better to have it and not use it than wish you had it with you. When is your cruise? Happy early birthday. Enjoy tomorrow with your family.

So sorry to hear about your pup. My brother had to put his dog down last Saturday. I took care of him many times when they went away and it was almost like he was my dog. I know how you feel.

Seems like Les is on the right road to feeling better. Hope this keeps up.

I was going to ask the same question as Coral. How old are your kids? I took the train because I heard so much about it. I was so bored I could not wait to get off. I honestly don't think kids would enjoy being on the train for hours with nothing to do. There are other excursions in Skagway that would be more fun for kids.

We received a bag on Silhouette last month. Mine was also in the desk drawer.

I have been on Allure twice. Beautiful ship. Good to hear the walker is helping. I have sciatica but not as extreme as Les. I cannot walk down stairs because the sciatic pain goes to the outside of my knee. No problem walking up stairs. Sciatica is different for everyone.

I came back from my cruise yesterday. Very nice trip, everything went smoothly. RC Oasis class ships are my favorite. Great entertainment, something for everyone. Melody - So sorry to hear about Les. Just as you are getting a handle on one thing, something else happens. Hopefully, the walker will give him some stability and make getting around easier. You asked about Symphony OTS. I didn't think this ship was decorated and attractive as other Oasis class ships. I thought Harmony was prettier. My favorite is Allure. Otherwise, the service was excellent, many things to keep folks busy, and overall, no complaints about anything.

Lois, You were lucky your property manager got a plumber quickly. Melody, Hope Les will be OK.

I have booked a Central Park balcony several times and don't hear noise. In fact, I am going on Symphony this Sunday and have this cabin booked. I enjoy sitting on the balcony, especially at night. It is very pleasant and not noisy. On Oasis class ships, I now only book CP balcony cabins. Not all cabins are over a shop or restaurant. Many locations to choose from.

Hi Melody, I'm Janet, not Barbara. I've never been on Symphony either. I will let you know how Symphony compares to Harmony. What I have noticed in my last cruises on Celebrity vs Royal is Celebrity has a show in the theater every night. No shows every night on Royal although they do offer entertainment in other venues.

Belated Happy New Year to all. Good news Cynthia made her cruise and mom is doing ok. Leaving Sunday on a cruise on RC Symphony of the Seas, western caribbean.