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We are leaving from Clarkston on April 24th. Are luggage tags provided at the hotel? We’ve checked in already.

1 hour ago, 3rdGenCunarder said:

 

That itinerary has great scenery! There's less to do on a small ship, but this cruise is all about the ports and the views, so for us that didn't matter.

Thank you. We both love the Pacific Northwest and are hoping this type of cruising might provide us with another option in the future. 

My first cruise was on the Festivale (Carnival) in 1979.I went with a girlfriend and we sailed out of Miami to St. Thomas, San Juan PR and St. Maarten. That vacation started a lifetime love of cruising. I introduced my boyfriend (now husband) and friends to cruising in 1993 and they were all hooked! We have seen a good part of the world from cruise ships. In three weeks we are sailing the Columbia/Snake River with American Cruise Lines - another new experience.

My heart does out to you Lena. It ‘s the sad truth of having a pet that we will likely outlive them. You must have some great memories of spending 13 years with Bella. Try to focus on those good times.

I am also from the UK (Somerset) but have lived in California for most of my life. I still consider myself a Brit nonetheless!

Enjoy the cruise - Mardi Gras should be amazing.

Or shower gel?

It’s raining here in So. Cal so your day sounds amazing! Aah the memories of “Hot, Hot, Hot”.

We are sailing the Columbia Snake River at the end of April. My husband says he is done with ocean cruising but is willing to try a river cruise experience. Hopefully this will be a fit for both of us since there are so many interesting itineraries within the U.S. 

I can’t believe auto correct - I meant what wines are available. That area is famous for their Pinot Noir and we’re hoping some might be available on board. Can we bring wine on board?

My husband and I are booked on the Columbia/Snake cruise in April and are very excited about it! Can anyone remember what ensemble were available?

My husband & I opted for east to west because we heard the scenery becomes more lush the further west you go. We live in south Orange County so flights are about the same either way.

It was the 90’s - haha - we were on a paddle wheeler.

My husband are booked on this itinerary from Clarkston to Portland. Anyone else on CC going too? If anyone has cruised this route before would really appreciate your input.

We did a Mississippi cruise from Memphis to New Orleans in the 99’s but otherwise our experience is with ocean cruising.

Jeremy seems to have a permanent smile attached to his face! What a great trip you have planned to celebrate his birthday. Enjoy.

1 minute ago, JDPCruisers said:

We are booked next year to New England/Canada on Eclipse. Having not cruised that itinerary before (had one but cancelled during COVID), so how were the ports and was it an overnight in Quebec?

This was my 4th Canada/New England cruise - as you can see I really like the itinerary! It is a quite port intensive cruise with an overnight in Quebec City. This year we were blessed with beautiful weather but that is not always the case. It can be cold, rainy and even snow depending on the date of your cruise.  We visited Bar Harbor, Halifax, Sydney, Prince Edward Island (our favorite)and Portland but ports can vary. People are very friendly in all the ports and there are a variety of excursion depending on your interests. If you have any specific questions I would be happy to try to answer them.

Just got off the Summit a week ago. The ship might be old but she 

has been updated and is stunning. You will have a fabulous time. Service is amazing.

Welcome back Charla - Cruise Critic isn’t the same without you! I just got back from doing New England/Canada on the Summit. Due to booking late we were in a lowly ocean view cabin (my husband called it the bilge!) but despite some obvious cutbacks in the MDR we could always find something to eat. The service on board, as always, was wonderful and we had a great time.

So looking forward to your live from the Med. Wishing you and Jeremy the best cruise ever.

We get on as you get off on the 21st. It will be interesting to see if out itinerary is affected at all. I was watching the Weather Channel this morning and they were showing film of 50 foot waves at Peggy’s Cove.

On another topic - how is the food in the MDR?

1 hour ago, Silkroad said:

Oh thaaaanks! Now I can’t get that jingle out of my head😂

Many, many eons ago I worked for the agency that came up with the artwork for that commercial.

Sent my email today. We can’t just lurk on these boards and them complain when a new policy is augmented - our voices us the heard.

1 hour ago, Jim_Iain said:

The dog on the left had a bad hair day. 
 

Looks like bed head!

1 minute ago, SusieKIslandGirl said:

@AllTheSun But TimTams are available in the states. I found some at Safeway/Albertson’s and I think you can find them at Cost Plus/World Market. 🤗

Also Ralph’s at times.

22 hours ago, Jim_Iain said:

Abbotsbury Swannery

 

Abbotsbury Swannery is the only place in the world where you are able to walk through the heart of a colony of nesting Mute Swans. A visit to this beautiful and tranquil place is one of the most popular things to do in Dorset.

 

Located on the dramatic Dorset Coast, this unique natural wildlife habitat is spread over a site of some 25 acres and is home to the only managed colony of free-flying mute swans in the world.

 

The 600-year-old swannery is a natural history paradise. The Swannery was established by Benedictine Monks who built a monastery at Abbotsbury in the 1940s.

 

During the nesting and hatching period (end May to end June), it is possible to be standing next to hatching eggs and if you’re very lucky, you may even witness a cygnet being born right before your eyes.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Your Dorset Tour was like a trip through my childhood - I grew up in Somerset (the next County over) but moved to California when I was 19.

You were blessed with gorgeous weather and I love your photos.

22 hours ago, Jim_Iain said:

We started with Dundee Door.  It was so nice out and we were all so fit he suggested we walk down.   No one was there and even Danny was taking pictures.  He said it is early this clear and warm. 
 

 

 

 

 

 

It’s Durdle Door. I used to go there as a child.

12 hours ago, Fly and Sail said:

I regret to inform you that despite my high hopes, the pier runner footage didn’t materialize.

 

As compensation I’m signing out today with some majestic impressions of Alaska’s mountains and waterways as we make our way south. Next stop in ~ 44 hours is Victoria. 🇨🇦

Is that After Eight ice cream - if so my favorite?

23 minutes ago, Fly and Sail said:

 

The Veuve Clicquot dinner is also advertised in Celebrity Today and supposedly takes place tonight at 7pm. Doesn't say anything about the price, though.

 

Am I correct that Elite Plus members would get their discount of 15% applied when they book this dinner at Murano?

We are Elite Plus but did not receive a discount for this dinner. Still worth it - great good and generous pours.