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oh yeah.. what a greatvshot at perfect time!

bottled tea would be a great choice did not know it was a Retreat option AQ used to provide carafes of pre mixed tea in the cabins. it just sat there...It was.really awful.we would ask for it to be removed!

we agree ( but have not been on APEX yet) ..BEYOND was improved in certain areas lik BLU views etc....loved the World Class Bar.. but we did prefer the EDGE art if that matters to anyone!

we read several bios of Gaudi before our visit...He was a genius ahead of his time not only with architecture and art .He was a city planner...beginings of municipal zoning. So glad we were able to see these places first hand..

How touching and you are amazing..so compassionate..

Sure looks good.. Very pricey! Fish prices are through the roof everywhere. We had best Salmon ever in Seattle..

Stunning photos... colors are amazing! I think your comments are very helpful. Hmm, no Mimosa on the breakfast drink menu..but I know I got them somewhere.

You can stay on board in ASTORIA unless you see something u like. We were there when it became a port for X..we were not impressed! Hope it improved..

Oh so beautiful.... The tulips are fabulous seems you picked a great restaurant for your first dinner...hope tonight's is just as special..and the symphony too Hope you continue to enjoy your family vacation...

what fun! on our Rt Hawaii cruise ( 5 days at sea 1 way?) we had hula dance lessons. At the end of the cruise, our class performed in the theater for other guests, friends and family..we all bought Hawaii style dresses at the ports.. It was a fun thing to do..along with various craft activities. Had a great Hawaii Ambassador on the ship..Paki Allen.

Did they get extra cruise points? I believe OP was seeking and upgrade with the points

Jim / Iain so happy you have been able to revisit old memories while making new ones! great photos as always

SV..no longer the best kept secret!

our old Samsung Android phones and Tablet never worked with the App..too old. I have a new phone but never tried get the app.. we do fine without it..we hear it often has bad or missing

agree..this is the way upgrades work these days. we book a cabin we like and do not bid.. and would not expect to snag an upgrade on board...

we bring our own sea bands and meclizine...ginger & gingerale can help too. we do not tend to seasickness but take the meds if rough seas are predicted.. my bestie takes the pills for vertigo..makes sense

excellent review and photos what a great itin.. might take a look for next cruise cycle has millie been updated?

Outstanding photos of your excursion.. good mix of history and nature..plus liitle kitties! Was the time worth it at the Cultural center and Dole? One of our Hawaii excursions included a " Nut" place..came home with quite a supply..

Thanks.. We bring onboard a 4 pack of Fiji and supplement those with purchases at ports. Onboard we prefer to buy water in glass. I drink ciub soda with lime, but wondered abt the ice,. Appreciate the info.

We did ok with a taxi but would use car service... Watch your bags at ALL times on check in lines..last opportunity for the thieves to work.. if they get your papers you are not going anywhere..we witnessed this happen Airport access was closed but no one was caught..the victim was devastated!,, Beautiful City with the Nickname..CITY OF THIEVES

Evian is the way to go What do you think of the ice cubes in drinks?

Fresh/ roasted veggies at the lunch buffet can be put together for a nice plate. Self made salads and salads at dinner are good if they are not limp or wilted. Plated veggies are easily missed.examples....2 stalks of asparagus (poorly cooked) or 2 or 3 carrot pieces..often with an odd taste . We try to order double veggies...and 1/2 carbs...but if the taste is poor why bother? Not Xs strong suit.

This was our favorite bird in Hawaii What is a Nene bird? The nene ( Branta sandvicensis ), also known as the nēnē or the Hawaiian goose, is a species of bird endemic to the Hawaiian Islands. The nene is exclusively found in the wild on the islands of Oahu, Maui, Kauaʻi, Molokai, and Hawaiʻi. In 1957, it was designated as the official state bird of the state of Hawaiʻi. Stick phito..too lazy to look through mine!

Amazing Photos....Great looking fish. So healthy in one's diet. . I have fish for breakfast most days,.lox ( smoked salmon), herring, sardines

generally yes...but on our last cruise night we had an amazing quiet corner table in Cosmo..great service..not very crowded on the last night