My Picture Review of the 10-10-10 Legend sailing and our Mega Vacation

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Before we knew it our time with the Stingrays were up and we all climbed back on the boat and dried off. I grabbed my other camera and took some pictures now the the weather cleared up and the water looked much nicer. All the black dots you see in the water are the stingrays.

 

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With the Anchors up we are soon moving to our next destination. The Coral Reef. Here we would be able to snorkel and see many different fishes and sea life. I was very suprised of how close it was to the Stingray Sandbar as we were there and dropping anchor again within 5 minutes.

 

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We soon had our snokle gear and in the water we went. Kyle and Valisa brought there own so they were in the water before anyone else. Once again we were given instructions on how to swim in the reef and we were not to touch anything as it would damage it. This was my first time every snorkling in a reef and I must say it was very cool. Unfortunatly though there wasn't alot of sea life out today. Kyle and Valisa said they saw an eel but when we came over it had gone away and we couldn't see it.

 

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After being in the water for about 15 minutes Mark jumped in as well and took a group of us on a tour of the reef. He knew right where to swim as it seemed like there was a "path" made for swimmers. It was very pretty and the pictures do not do it any justice.

 

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Our snorkling time was soon up and we were back on the boat and heading back to the island. Once we were away from the reef the engines were shut off and Mark and Chip put up the sails on the boat and we actually sailed back to the Island. This was so cool and perhaps the most relaxing part of the trip. I'd never been on a sail boat so it was a new experiance for me.

 

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While sailing back Chip and his crew provided us with some fresh fruit. They also had beer and Soda avalible for purchase to those who wanted it. Mark also took many photos in the water with the stingrays for those who didn't have a waterproof camera. People were allowed to pick and choose what photos they wanted and then they could buy a cd of there photos from Mark. I wasn't sure how much they were selling for though as we had plenty on our waterproof camera. This was also the time where we needed to finish paying the remander of our balence for the tour (we paid a $10 per person deposit already). We were extremely satisfied with the tour.

 

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On the way back to the island you really got a sense for how flat the island really was. In the distance you could see all 5 Cruise Ships in port that day towering above the island.

 

 

We were soon back on dry land and reboarding the bus to head back to the cruise terminals. We had a wonderful day with Chip, Buster, and Mark and were extremly satisfied with the tour they provided. I cannot recommend them enough. They were very nice to everybody, made sure they went out of there way to interact withe every person on board, provided us with free water and fruit, explained in great detail all we needed to know, helped us patiently when we struggled with the stingrays, explained all we wanted to know about there island, and went out of ther way for us. We also loved that they were a family ran buisness and because such it showed that they cared for our buisness. There tour took about 3.5 hours and cost $45 an adult. It was well worth it and I highly recommend them.

 

 

Although the weather was much nicer then it was when we got off the Carnival Legend chip saw the waters and said we were very lucky cause had the water been like this when we arrived the Tendors wouldn't have been running to bring us to shore. That is something we would be very thankful for later in our cruise that we were able to still go to the Grand Cayman. After being dropped off at the Royal Watler we had 2 more things we wanted to do while in the Grand Cayman. We needed to go to the Hard Rock Cafe cause Kyle would buy a shirt from every Hard Rock in a city he goes to (he already got one in Orlando), and Valisa wanted to go to Margarettaville to get a margaretta. So we started to head that way taking photos along the way.

 

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We first came to Margarittaville so in we went. This most be the place to party cause it seemed like alot of fun. They had games going on and other events. It was very very loud though inside. I don't know how the bartender was able to understand Valisas order. Especially since she wanted a Virgin Margaritta. It was a fun environment but with how loud it was we were happy to get out of there.

 

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We glanced in the windows of a few shops while we made our way down to the Hard Rock but never actually stopped to look at anything. Our shopping day was planned for when we were in port in Cozumel and since we already had our post card we had no other reason to look in the shops in the Grand Cayman.

 

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We were soon at the Hard Rock and Kyle quickly found a shirt he liked and bought it. We were officially done with all that we wanted to do in the Grand Cayman so we headed back to our cruise terminal to wait in the mile long line to board the Tendors. While in line you could really tell how bad the water was as the tendors were being tossed around like rag dolls. The tendor would drop about 1 1/2 feet below the dock then raise about 3 feet above it. While waiting in line I left and ran to the bathroom before boarding the tendor. While I was in there 2 guys came running in 1 of which was puking everywhere. When I exitied his friend turned to me and said "He's just a little sea sick". Yeah right I thought to myself. He's probably bet at Margarettaville since he stepped off the ship. Some people just need to learn to stop drinking after a certain point.

 

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We were soon on the Tendor and making our way back to the ship. Its a good thing I don't get sea sick as it was a very rough ride back. It was also scary when we almost got rocked into another tender when leaving the port. But we made it safe back to the ship which it too felt like an island with no rocking compared to the Tenders.

 

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Once on the ship there was one thing we needed ASAP. That was food. We were starving. So once nice thing about being on deck 1 was that we were at our room about a minute after being back on the ship and dropped off our stuff. We then went up and got ourselves some pizza and a sandwich for lunch and then walked around the upper decks to view the Cayman islands one last time before heading down to our room and getting ready for the evening.

 

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Shortly after setting sail and while getting ready for the evening we got the depressing news of the trip. The captain came on over the intercoms to give us an update on the weather. He said that Tropical Depression had officially became Hurricane Paula and it was right in our sailing path. Because of this we wouldn't make the rest of our ports. Thats right Cozumel Cancelled, Belieze Cancelled, Roatan Cancelled. However they secured a stop for us instead in Ocho Rios Jamiaca. After the announcement Kiera and I were in shock. We thought maybe one port would be cancelled but all of them. The cruise director soon came on as well and resaid everything the captain said. He also explained we would all recieve 20% off our next cruise and our port taxes would be credited to us. Anyone who booked excursions at the cancelled ports would have them refunded and the shore excursions desk would open in the morning for those wanting to rebook something in Jamaica.

 

After the announcement Kyle called us to ask what we should do. I had no clue as I never prepaired for something like this. The idea we came up with was to see what shore excursions Carnival offered and go from there as we had no idea about anything to do in Jamaica. We were now in a sucky situation which I know many of you now know about as many people complained about this cruise and the changes in itenerary due to the Hurricane. We however chose to be optimistic and make the best of a sucky situation. Because we decided that from the beginning we salvaged our trip and still had an amazing vacation unlike so many others who have complained on this website.

 

After taking a nap and relaxing in the room it was time for our dinner. As we made our way to and even in the Dinning room you could tell there was a vibe of sadness thruout the ship. It was even evident amungst the staff. Even though they still provided the best service they could our server Gavin told us because of the iteneary change he lost his days off. It was a sad evening for everyone but we still had a great dinner.

 

 

Tonight for our Appitizers Keira ordered the Fruit Cocktail and a Quisodilla. I ordered a Ceasar Saled and I belive it was the sliced duck.

 

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For our main course Kiera ordered some sort of Pasta Dish (sorry can't remember the name) and I ordered the Pork Roast and also the Chatablan (don't know the spelling or correct name lol. Basically beef shoulder).

 

 

For desert Kiera and I both decided to order the Cheesecake which was excellent. We especially liked how we got to dress it ourselves.

 

 

After dinner we went back to our cabins for a little bit to prepair for the rest of our evening. Our rooms were already turned down for the night and this evening we got a bunny rabbit for our towel animal.

 

 

The show in the main theater was one we didn't care to see so we wondered around looking at other things on the ship. We stopped and looked around the shops where Kiera found a Roxy Purse and Hat that she loved. We also made a stop in the Kariokee club and Piano bar but due to all the cigarette smoke we didn't stay in the Piano Bar long.

 

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With some time to still kill before the Comedy Club we decided it would be a great time for Ice Cream. But not just any plain old ice cream. we went back down to our rooms and got the candy we brought with us to use for toppings. This is one of those things I recommend you bring as toppings always make Ice cream so much better.

 

 

After getting our ice cream we made our way down to a very packed firebird lounge. One Comedy show was still going on so we just stood in the back until it was over. Tonights Comedian was once again Russ Nagel. He was who performed the first night of the cruise and who we thought was very funny. Once again we went to the 11:45pm R rated show but unlike the first night this would be a 100% different show. Once again it was very funny and we had a great time laughing into the night.

 

 

We were suprised by how tired we were once the comedy show was over. We took a nap but I guess the sunshine in the Cayman islands really took a beating on us. So we retired to our rooms for the night and called it a day. We had alot to think about the next day with the itenerary change and trying to figure out something to do in Jamaica. One thing that was welcomed though was another sea day that we would have to be able to sleep in.

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I leave in 45 days for my vista suite balcony on the Legend and the food porn is making me hungry! Thanks so much for your review!

 

And as for the ignorant lady in the hot tub..the problem with ignorant people is that they don't realize they are ignorant. :D

 

More please!

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Thanks so much for this review. I have spent most of my morning reading it. We too are going on a Mega Vacation in 8 days. We are going out of Jacksonville, then heading to Orlando for a 6 day fun filled experience. We are very excited about HP World. And this review has just made it more exciting. I will be showing this review to my girls when they get home from school. I thought about doing a review like yours, but wondered if it would be to much. I find it even more exciting. So who knows I may.:)

 

You totally should. I've found for the most part people really like informative photo filled reviews. You may not have to go into as much detail as I have (I have a problem with writting too much sometimes) but its still fun to share all the experiances of your vacation.

 

I leave in 45 days for my vista suite balcony on the Legend and the food porn is making me hungry! Thanks so much for your review!

 

And as for the ignorant lady in the hot tub..the problem with ignorant people is that they don't realize they are ignorant. :D

 

More please!

 

Haha ain't that the truth.

 

Thanks again to all those who are reading and following my review. Please feel free to comment and ask any questions that you might have and i'll do my best to answer them. Thanks again.

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My beloved husband & I spent our 25th anniversary on the Legend in 2008. We are loving your reviews. You and Kiera are made for each other. All the best for your future together.

 

The Kruses in Coastal Georgia

[mariamherrera]

I sail her in one wee kand your review has been so helpful!

 

I am also booked with stingraysailing.com! My question is when you were in grad cayman were you on ships time? or was the time the same? I'm just sacred as far as how quickly I need to catch a tender to make it on time.

[poundcake09]

I'm loving the review!! I'm excited to hear the rest....:D