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We just got off the Enchantment and weren’t asked about health by anyone before boarding.  Tried to show my vaccination cards but they didn’t want to look at them.  Filled out the pre-boarding check-in for health on app.  I took cough drops because I have allergies and was afraid I would start coughing.  I did have some reaction to either the sheets on the bed or the disinfectant they used on the ship.  I got patches of itchy red splotches on my chest and throat and a few on my face.  My Sister had the same issue.  They would come and go.  Boleros lounge was the worst.  If either smelled musty or had been sprayed down a lot.  I couldn’t stay in there because it bothered me.  One night we were late leaving the theater and they announced for everyone to please leave so they could disinfect the area for the next show.  Didn’t get Covid while on the ship so no complaints.  

Just off a cruise and our waiter said he was off Enchantment in 10 days for his 2 month break.  Then he was shifting to Liberty of the Seas out of NJ at his request.

This was sent to me.  Stay safe everyone!

IF the US gets a plane to take home it’s citizens, I hope they take the Brits and Canadians on the flight too and drop them off at their airport or in the US if not possible to stop at other airports.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-02-07/spike-of-coronavirus-cases-on-board-cruise-ship/11943302

41 more cases according to this site.

Thanks for the great “ride along”!  I am sorry it went so fast.  You have a real talent for writing.  You need a 14 day cruise next!

Thanks for taking time from your cruise to give us all the food porn, drink porn, beautiful pictures, and your commentary!  It is almost like being there.  
How does this cruise compare to your Horizon cruise?

Thanks a lot!  That is good to hear.  The cats around that walkway were cute and looked well cared for.  I am glad they survived.

2 hours ago, dcipjr said:

 

We first visited in San Juan in 2015, and enjoyed seeing the cats around Old San Juan. After the hurricane, we too wondered what had happened to them.

 

You'll be glad to know that they seem to have made it through just fine. We stopped there on a cruise this past March, and walked the Paseo de la Princesa around the fort. The cats were there, and by all appearances, were thriving!

 

Old San Juan is beautiful. I love the colonial Spanish architecture.

I was wondering how the feral cats made out during the hurricane.

Beautiful pictures, Sid!

48 minutes ago, sid_9169 said:

Well, I made it back on board from my adventure into San Juan... This is a good thing, because at one point, I thought that some locals had drugged us, and were going to harvest our organs... But, back to the beginning... We arrived earlier than expected, and were off the ship and into old San Juan within minutes... We wandered the beautiful streets, which are paved with bricks that look centuries old...

 

59 minutes ago, vettprincess said:

You should have said something.  Because of you I am now armed with comments for everyone for the 12/15 cruise. Thanks.

You need to go armed with violation notes and drop them on their loungers.

4 hours ago, sid_9169 said:

That last shot took me awhile to get... I was making my approach, and this guy was watching me like a hawk... I circled around again, and came up behind the guy again, and was able to capture the double couch sleeper photo...

You are so funny!  Thanks for the laughs!

44 minutes ago, sid_9169 said:

Getting cleaned up and changed from the flight, and about to walk towards the Metro Mover...

Yeah, Sid!  Go find some food Porn for us!  Have a BIG drink for us too!

9 hours ago, pebbles1102 said:

I think I may be the last tribe member checking in. Have a great cruise. 

I am reading Sid’s marvelous review too!

1 hour ago, sid_9169 said:

I did manage to nail a perfect medium rare, but sadly it still wasn't great...

 

And, my famous chopped cauliflower with ginger dressing...

 

It looks like I'm going to be walking down to Publix for some junk food soon...

1 hour ago, sid_9169 said:

I did manage to nail a perfect medium rare, but sadly it still wasn't great...

 

And, my famous chopped cauliflower with ginger dressing...

 

It looks like I'm going to be walking down to Publix for some junk food soon...

The meat looks a perfect medium rare!  Sorry it didn’t taste as good as it looked.

16 minutes ago, luvcruzing said:

So . . . my brother died yesterday afternoon.  He was diagnosed with ALS in January. Just took 10 months to rob him of his life.  He was a young athletic 75.

So sorry for the loss of your brother. 😢

2 hours ago, sid_9169 said:

I get the pan nice and hot, then add a little olive oil... Just enough to coat the bottom of the pan... No seasonings other than fresh crushed sea salt and fresh cracked pepper...

Thanks, Sid!

17 hours ago, sid_9169 said:

Thanks for posting rather than just lurking... Yes, I do like to get out on the motorcycle on the nice days all winter long. As for the steak. I usually buy one between a pound and a pound and a half. Depending on how thick it is, I predetemine a time in my head. For a pound, about 4 1/2 minutes on each side. For bigger, bone in steaks, usually 5 or 6 minutes per side. I like it medium rare, and I don't touch or move it at all except for flipping once... Most of the time it turns out just right. Sometimes, I slightly under or over cook it, but I still eat it anyway...

I notice you use a cast iron pan.  Do you put any oil in the pan?  I have never been great at cooking steaks.  This encourages me to try again.  The times you mentioned will help a lot. Do you ever use blackening seasonings on the steak?

3 hours ago, jbhcw said:

But Sid....it's Friday!!!!

Friday is the best night to drink!

4 hours ago, sid_9169 said:

Ok, as long as people are actually reading, I guess I'll keep going......

I read it!  I keep hoping you get a windfall so you can go on more cruises!  Love your food pictures and stories of your life!

Sid, maybe “Mom” should see your paintings.  What goes with rugs.....paintings and home decor.

5 hours ago, luvcruzing said:

I don’t know anything about art, but I believe you have real talent.

I think so too, Sid!  They are beautiful.  You could make some money on your paintings.