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I did not think Grease was horrible but it was also not the best show we have seen at sea. I put it just ahead of Cats, only because it was much shorter, but I thought the vocalist in Cats were better.

I am planning another live Review similar to this one on the Celebrity forum so please feel free to follow along there. I have older reviews of our December 2021 B2B on Celebrity Reflection, and our 12 Day Southern Caribbean on Celebrity Silhouette last April. Lots of pictures in those reviews.

It was very moving and very well done. One of the few times I enjoyed listening to the Cruise Director. I was impressed at how well attended it was. The Captain, Cruise Director, and others that hosted it spoke from the Rising Tide Bar that was raised up above the level of Deck 5, where the guest were gathered. i was on the rail at the Schooner Bar and had a great view. When we had lunch together Captain Marshall did say that he was very honored to be able to recognize the veterans, first responders, doctors, and nurses for their service.

Thank you. I only saw a $0.00 charge from medical on my onboard account. I have not received my final statement, which should come via email today or tomorrow but do not really expect to be billed.

Not that I am aware of. The only smoking areas I know of were those outside the enclosed areas. He should report them to the crew.

First drama. Flight from EWR to IAD is 25 minutes delayed. Looks like an Lyft/Uber home instead of dinner with our daughter. She’s got an early meeting tomorrow morning for work.

most assuredly will!

Disembarkation was interesting. There was at least a 30 minute line of people doing self assist. Suite passengers who did not do self assist were able to start leaving the ship around 0730. We were off the ship and only with little difficulty were able to find all three of our bags and go to customs where facial ID worked without issue. Ordered Lyft and only had a 6 minute wait. By 0830 we were sitting in the United Club Lounge at C Gates. So an hour from the gangway to the gates. This included the extra time it too to renew out ID’s for Clear. I tank everyone for following along on our ‘adventure’. My next cruise and live post will be in April when we sail Celebrity Millennium from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles. This will be documented on the Celebrity CC Board. bon voyage!

Wish were were on the second leg but feel duty bound to attempt to take the warm weather with us back to Virginia. Sorry that we did not bump into each other while we were on the ship.

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I did very much. I stayed in the background as I assumed, correctly so, events like this brings to mind some very emotional memories.

To be honest I do not know his last night.

Let your conscience be your guide.

we had the package for our Harmony cruise (2/18-2/26) and it was plastic bottles.

We are on Harmony and white night and the first formal night were on different nights.

Dan was at the Belly Flop Competition. We were having lunch in CK while it was going on but he was there.

Good evening. Another relaxing day at sea doing nothing. Our bags are packed, but we are not ready to go 🙂 I am feeling a little bad that we did not engage in a lot of activities throughout the ship such as hanging out on the Sundeck, Sauna’s, Spa, Pickleball, Bingo, Trivia, etc.. We are just two easy going folks who like to cruise to get away from the cold weather at home this time of year and to relax.

Good morning .. Welcome to our least favorite sea day. While we throughly enjoy the relaxing days at sea, the last sea day has to be our least favorite. The knowledge that starting late tomorrow morning we have to fend for ourselves. Prepare our own meals, make our own beds, wash our own dishes, etc. The only thing special on today’s agenda is the Veterans Tribute being held at 1130 on deck 5, the Promenade. Captain Mitchell made a point at our lunch yesterday when he found out I was a Veteran to tell me to make sure I was there. There was a Veteran gathering earlier in the cruise and one who was on a back to back, said that it was a very moving event and that they ‘do it right.’ Otherwise we are just relaxing in the Suite Lounge. One thing we definitely not miss is listening to the Cruise Director talk endlessly about the activities going on this morning.

I watched the 10:15 PM production of “Grease” by the ships singers and dancers and enjoyed most of it. There were a couple of times that found my self hoping they would just move along but overall I found it entertaining. A one and done in my opinion.

Now you tell me. The arm is healing nicely. The knew is as well but still a little pain if I don’t move it for a while.

I was on the Picture Aruba shore excursion. Interesting fact - all Beaches in Aruba are public. Even the ones in from of the hotels. We saw a number of four wheeler’s and side by sides out at the Natural Bridge and Gold Mine Ruins. It’s very dry and dusty so be prepared for that.

Sorry, I did not think to ask. According to Captain Marshall, each captain spends 10 weeks on the ship before rotating off. Then he takes his time off before coming back for the next 10 weeks. When Harmony moves to Miami, she will be taking over for Symphony and doing 7 day Caribbean sailings until she moves to Galveston. He also addressed a question about why Bonaire was skipped. Harmony as well as the other RCI big girls cannot dock in Bonaire because they draw too much water and Bonaire is too shallow.

Good afternoon everyone, Today has been an interesting day. We decided last night to sleep in and have breakfast delivered. Bacon, eggs, fruit, and english muffin for me, pancakes, bacon, and fruit for my DW. While relaxing in the room I received a call from guest services following up on yesterday’s accident. Assured them I was fine and did nit need additional attention. About 15 minutes later we received a call from the Izumi Manager regarding today’s lunch reservation. Our 1200 o’clock reservation was being changed to 1230 and that the captain would be joining us. Turned out that two of the Captain’s Canadian neighbors were on the ship and had a lunch reservation so he was joining them. It was a good lunch and the food was delicious. The Captain talked with all of us and was a very delightful lunch companion. He answered quite a few question and talked with us about his upcoming time off. Seems he will be leaving the ship as well when we dock Sunday. Time for a short afternoon nap!

Brought a bathing suit but it has not been out of the drawer since we unpacked. No chance I will go into a pool or hot tub, but thanks for the reminder.

Tonight’s main entree was the lamb shank. Before After ‘Nuff said! BTW, I have not been posting a lot of food pictures because (1) We sometimes forget to take pictures before eating. (2) the lighting in Coastal Kitchen is really poor for taking good pictures due to the blue ‘mood’ lighting IMHO!