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anyone know what that is? kb

Wow, remove the naps and this would be my exact same list!!!! :)

naps must not be removed, they should be lengthened. kb

what sort of breakfast menu is available in Luminae?

John Wayne is our closest airport but it is also the priciest. So Jet Blue out of Long Beach Airport turned out to be the best deal for us. Jet Blue had not yet introduced baggage fees yet, so it we didn’t have to worry about packing so efficiently, although we still aimed for about five days of clothes excluding the formal wear and cold weather gear. It was the first time for us on Jet Blue and the first time we have flown as a family since my sister-in-law’s wedding five years ago.

 

It was also the first time out of Long Beach. My brother-in-law dropped us off on his way to work and Long Beach Airport is surprisingly and refreshingly small. I avoid LAX if at all possible because of all the traffic getting there and all the lines at the airport. At LGB instead, from the drop off to the curb to check-in counter was maybe twenty feet. After literally exiting check-in, the waiting area before the security gate is an outside covered corridor. We didn’t know what to expect at the gate but it turned out a modern terminal probably built for just Jet Blue, which was one of three airlines servicing Long Beach. The only thing unusual was the usage of old style open gangways/stairs to board both end of the plane.

 

During the flight the kids did jockey for the window seats, but the video monitor with live TV streams kept them entertained while we dozed after our typical last minute packing. Only my oldest son had earphones so he all the kids took turns. Jet Blue does sell earphones in case you really needed them.

I live about 10 minutes from john wayne airport. it just too easy to pass it by and go to long beach. Alaska air has been good to me. i'm glad to see that Irvine is visiting Alaska. 9 times for me. Irvine, ca ken I also enjoy glacier bay and hubbard glacier.

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We've sailed HAL twice to Alaska, and always folks were swimming - even in the top deck pool which isn't covered.

 

We had a magical experience in the hot tub on the top deck in Juneau. Had spent the morning exploring the town, the took the tram up to the top of Mt.

Roberts and did several hours of hiking on the excellent trails. Since we had nothing else planned for that port, we went back to an almost empty ship, grabbed an adult beverage and headed to the hot tub. With magnificent views all around, an eagle literally soaring just yards above our heads, we had the best (and warmest!) seat in the house. It was spectacular!! Definitely take your suits and enjoy!

Assa, i think that you have way too much fun on your trips. i enjoyed reading about your amsterdam cruise. kb