RNCheryl

But I’ll give the Beatles a skip. Can’t wait for when the cruising demographic ages enough that it’s more fiscally responsible to have a Depeche Mode or The Cure tribute show. But, will you still need me, will you still feed me, when I'm Sixty-Four? Hope you have a great cruise. (We loved the Beatles on the Bliss)

No, we were staying on the island and had a rental car.

We haven't been on POA, but Kauai is our Happy Place. Checking google, the airport in Lihue is only 2.5 miles from the dock. I would go on a charter flight (we have used Jack Harper) and fly over the spectacular Napali Coast, since you won't be seeing it on the ship. You will never forget it!

Very much enjoyed our Reserve minisuite on the Regal last summer. By the third day, the dining room attendants all knew our names, brought my preferred wine before being asked, and we were visited by the Director of dining services (Don't remember his exact title) at least 3 times.

Itinerary is the reason we booked Prima: Iceland and the Norwegian fjords, as well as brief stops in Brugge and Amsterdam. One member of our party does not, shall we say, have a great deal of patience. Do either of the main dining rooms take reservations? Is there a sample of their menu available? As far as entertainment goes, is it a problem for two of us to wait in line for seats and notify him when to join us? Any other recommendations? Thanks

Our best tour was in Kirkwall, Orkney. We traveled with Tours by Locals, and our host was Mark C. Highly recommend, willing to customize the tour to your specifications, or present you with his fabulous itinerary.

Maybe the best quote of this posting: Blind date with a book. Jim, the Penguin Parade at Phillip Island near Melbourne is a hoot. Your pictures make me (almost) want to do that flight from the US west coast to NZ.

Jim, your pictures are lovely with an artistic eye. What was that very small building on the University campus? Kangaroo ED?, really....

The crew, especially on the Regal this summer. Laundry facilities: helps in packing Crooners, EXCEPT on the Regal this summer

Who the hell orders a kale martini?

Thanks for your review. We sailed with Allie this summer, and, unfortunately, cannot echo your response. We saw her twice on excursions, and despite smiling and waving to her, no response. Hope our experience was in the minority.

Jim, count me in on the vicarious followers of your adventures. This past summer, for the very first time, we used an airport lounge (Heathrow), and booked Business American with the individual reclining bed seats and assorted goodies. Kind of spoils you for future long haul flights! Appreciated your biography, feels like we all know you better now. Any history for Iain?

If you hang out at the Martini Bar and find a couple named Karen and Roger McNeil, talk to them. They are a fantastic couple with lots of cruise experience.

We were on Regal Princess this summer. The favorite stop by far was in Orkney Islands. We toured with Tours by Locals. with Mark. We saw Skara Brae, the Standing Stones of Stenness, and the Italian Chapel. As an example of his willingness to make our day great, we saw a glimpse of the Regal at the dock from up high, but not enough time for a picture. He did a detour round so that we could get that picture. A delightful gentleman with a world of knowledge about his home island.

Slept wonderfully in Mini suite on Regal. The bed was exceptional.