wizard-of-roz Posted October 23, 2009 Author #101 Share Posted October 23, 2009 Don't feel guilty!! It's YOUR money...you can spend it any way you want! If cruising makes you happy, then you should continue doing that...and saving that money!! Thanks, Sheri, I will take your advice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wizard-of-roz Posted October 23, 2009 Author #102 Share Posted October 23, 2009 Why wouldn't you it's a cruise.. you choose the line and you are the ones that know what you like.. if you only goto Carnival just because so beit.. but that doesn't mean the rest of the over 50 pop can't handle it.. I am not there yet but I dunno what people find so party orientated about Carnival.. they have night clubs they have deck party's.. well there is always your cabin or the secluled little areas you can find to keep your heart at ease and enjoy your vacation;) We just got off the Golden Princess to Alaska....it was a wonderfully, beautiful cruise. We had a great time. I find it quieter/more early to bed/less noisey. Like I said I enjoyed myself. I also know that this particular cruise would be quieter because of the time and the destination. It's what I wanted then. Next cruise.....I want to have more "night life", "brighter" decor, more games, etc....That's why I chose the Splendor. There is a difference between the lines and I choose my cruise according to what I need for the time I'm cruising. Am I making any sense? I don't mean to conjur up any angry feelings in any of you......I merely wanted to hear about what my age sees in Carnival. I wanted to see if we felt the same. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nunu Posted October 23, 2009 #103 Share Posted October 23, 2009 Roz do you have Brenda to assist you because of blindness? (I have no idea what other uses there are for assist dogs). If so, what software do you use on the computer? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wizard-of-roz Posted October 23, 2009 Author #104 Share Posted October 23, 2009 Roz do you have Brenda to assist you because of blindness? (I have no idea what other uses there are for assist dogs). If so, what software do you use on the computer? No, I am not blind. I got Brenda from Canine Companions for Independence. They are located all over the United States. They were started and funded by Charles Shultz [Peanuts Cartoon], his wife still sits on the Board of Directors, in Santa Rosa, CA. (I love to give them a "shout-out" whenever I can. They train: Service Dogs - assisting adults with physical disabilites (including Iraqi Warn Veterans0 Hearing Dogs - alerting the deaf and hard of hearing to important sounds Skilled Companions - enhance independence for children and adults with physical, cognitive and developmental disabilities Facility Dogs - work with a professional in a visitation, education or healthcare setting (these dogs would not have public access to cruise ships). They do not train or supply Seeing Eye Dogs. I don't feel comfortable disclosing my disablitly over the internet. However, if we are lucky enough to meet one day, we'll talk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nunu Posted October 23, 2009 #105 Share Posted October 23, 2009 No, I am not blind. I got Brenda from Canine Companions for Independence. They are located all over the United States. They were started and funded by Charles Shultz [Peanuts Cartoon], his wife still sits on the Board of Directors, in Santa Rosa, CA. (I love to give them a "shout-out" whenever I can. They train: Service Dogs - assisting adults with physical disabilites (including Iraqi Warn Veterans0 Hearing Dogs - alerting the deaf and hard of hearing to important sounds Skilled Companions - enhance independence for children and adults with physical, cognitive and developmental disabilities Facility Dogs - work with a professional in a visitation, education or healthcare setting (these dogs would not have public access to cruise ships). They do not train or supply Seeing Eye Dogs. I don't feel comfortable disclosing my disablitly over the internet. However, if we are lucky enough to meet one day, we'll talk. Ok, that's cool, thanks for sharing that info with me, as I said I had no clue on their uses. Very interesting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wizard-of-roz Posted October 23, 2009 Author #106 Share Posted October 23, 2009 No, I am not blind. I got Brenda from Canine Companions for Independence. They are located all over the United States. They were started and funded by Charles Shultz [Peanuts Cartoon], his wife still sits on the Board of Directors, in Santa Rosa, CA. (I love to give them a "shout-out" whenever I can. They train: Service Dogs - assisting adults with physical disabilites (including Iraqi War Veterans) I apologize - I was typing faster than my brain was thinking......You deserve for me to get this right!!!! Hearing Dogs - alerting the deaf and hard of hearing to important sounds Skilled Companions - enhance independence for children and adults with physical, cognitive and developmental disabilities Facility Dogs - work with a professional in a visitation, education or healthcare setting (these dogs would not have public access to cruise ships). They do not train or supply Seeing Eye Dogs. I don't feel comfortable disclosing my disablitly over the internet. However, if we are lucky enough to meet one day, we'll talk. I regret the error in typing IRAQI WAR VETERANS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KruznKel Posted October 23, 2009 #107 Share Posted October 23, 2009 We just got off the Golden Princess to Alaska....it was a wonderfully, beautiful cruise. We had a great time. I find it quieter/more early to bed/less noisey. Like I said I enjoyed myself. I also know that this particular cruise would be quieter because of the time and the destination.It's what I wanted then. Next cruise.....I want to have more "night life", "brighter" decor, more games, etc....That's why I chose the Splendor. There is a difference between the lines and I choose my cruise according to what I need for the time I'm cruising. Am I making any sense? I don't mean to conjur up any angry feelings in any of you......I merely wanted to hear about what my age sees in Carnival. I wanted to see if we felt the same. Makes perfect sense to me.. and I am sure you will have a wonderful cruise.. my father took his 1st cruise at 60 last year and loved it.. he has been on another Carnival cruise since then and has never complained about nothing to do... there is always something.. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deborahjo Posted October 23, 2009 #108 Share Posted October 23, 2009 I'm 52 DH 47 we love Carnival. We don't have to do all the stuff offered. We are pretty laid back. We will be doing Holland America next October just to try something different but again we love Carnival. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dustyroad Posted October 23, 2009 #109 Share Posted October 23, 2009 what does age have to do with cruising on carnival :confused:. and my nerves are always fine when i am cruising on my favorite cruiseline--carnival. i just got off the fantasy and went to progresso and cozumel. there were plenty of passengers my age ( 60 ) and over. we were not party animals that reeked havack on the ship . and the passengers in their 20's and 30' were well behaved also. if you cant handle the '' wild live '' on carnival you should try holland or a more sedate cruiseline. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wizard-of-roz Posted October 23, 2009 Author #110 Share Posted October 23, 2009 I'm 52 DH 47 we love Carnival. We don't have to do all the stuff offered. We are pretty laid back. We will be doing Holland America next October just to try something different but again we love Carnival. The difference between these two lines far exceeds the word "remarkable!" It's night and day......but, that's the best thing about having so many choices. My DH will not cruise HAL anymore, he doesn't like their food as much as Carnival. He like Princess the best! I like HAL and I liked their food......go figure! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeandaimeesmom Posted October 23, 2009 #111 Share Posted October 23, 2009 Over 50??? Not me!!! I am 29 for the umpteenth time!!! Just wanna know how my kids got to be older than me(30,31)!!!??? Love cruising!!!! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CapeCodCruiser Posted October 23, 2009 #112 Share Posted October 23, 2009 DH is 70 & I am 47 - we are celebrating our 25th on Freedom this year. I can tell you age is just a number! My DH can out work & out play most guys half his age!:D We have a saying at our house - old doesn't even begin til 90! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gaylensgigi Posted October 23, 2009 #113 Share Posted October 23, 2009 I didn't feel old on the S&S's last year did you???:D Ok maybe after I got home!!:o Haha Andy,I hear ya, I was wide open on that cruise.Good times Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Fan Posted October 23, 2009 #114 Share Posted October 23, 2009 I thought 50 was the new 25. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doe326 Posted October 23, 2009 #115 Share Posted October 23, 2009 Since all of us "old people" love to cruise so much we should all cruise together. That would be one lively cruise.:p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sailor2Cruiser Posted October 23, 2009 #116 Share Posted October 23, 2009 Wizard-of-Roz you rock! And I would cruise with you anyday! Phooey on the fuddy-duddies. It shows the 21 years I spent in the Navy meant something. Even the fuddy-duddies have freedom of speech. I don't have to defend anything. I am 52 my DW 47 and we are in the best years of our lives. I sit here in my tie-dyed shirt and equally loud lounge pants (yes I will have them onboard!). I'm loud and I'm proud. And if the fuddy-duddies don't like the party, leave the lounge. YOU AIN'T GONNA BRING US DOWN TO YOUR LEVEL. So, party on Garth.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bridge Maven Posted October 24, 2009 #117 Share Posted October 24, 2009 I thought 50 was the new 25. I like the way you think :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
family cruisers Posted October 24, 2009 #118 Share Posted October 24, 2009 How awesome is this.... Good for him. Umm!......My now 81yr old FIL has won the hairy chest contest 3 times in the last 3-4 years. (MIL isn't too happy about this:p) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jayesouthworth Posted October 24, 2009 #119 Share Posted October 24, 2009 What does age have to do with it??? Are the people on the other lines almost dead or something?? :) I have sailed Princess and Carnival and all ages have been on both cruiselines. :) I agree, age has nothing to do with it. We did sail on the Princess Diamond about 5 years ago and we hated it. We were constantly dodging wheelchairs and walkers, and people were in bed by 10:00 p.m. It was D.E.A.D. on that cruise. We decided then to go on stay with Carnival where things are more lively. We have found that Carnival has more entertaining people, and friendly people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christina M. Posted October 24, 2009 #120 Share Posted October 24, 2009 I am over 50 and am getting ready to go on my 5th Carnival cruise and love love Carnival. Yes I have cruise other lines. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rusd02 Posted October 26, 2009 #121 Share Posted October 26, 2009 You must be kidding??? I just celebrated my 60th on Carnival and had the best vacation of my life. And I was by far not the oldest kicking up my heels on the dance floor. "Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, chocolate in one hand, martini in the other, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming....woo hoo, what a ride!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wizard-of-roz Posted October 26, 2009 Author #122 Share Posted October 26, 2009 You must be kidding??? I just celebrated my 60th on Carnival and had the best vacation of my life. And I was by far not the oldest kicking up my heels on the dance floor. "Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, chocolate in one hand, martini in the other, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming....woo hoo, what a ride!" Love it! ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leoandhugh Posted October 26, 2009 #123 Share Posted October 26, 2009 We travel on Carnival in a never ending search for the Fountain of Youth; it must be out there somewhere!!!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miro10 Posted October 26, 2009 #124 Share Posted October 26, 2009 There's no age limit on fun. People over fifty aren't dead and can still party with the best of them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SemperFi_Cruiser Posted October 26, 2009 #125 Share Posted October 26, 2009 Just took my 10th cruise on Carnival - also got a couple in on RCCL too. Oh, BTW, I am 66, my new wife is 56. Par-tee! Par-tee!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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