rybreadsmom Posted May 4, 2012 #201 Share Posted May 4, 2012 I agree with my sister :) that it wasn't the worst as far as rough seas go...but unlike her, I do get motion sickness so I was popping Bonine on two days...the first say when it was 'bouncy' and when we were full speed ahead making up time.The Bonine woked great (as always) They did have barf bags out for a good portion of the sailing. :eek: Yes, I'm sure your lil sis would say the same thing, but this is your lil BIL speaking. BIL's account disappeared due to disagreement with moderating team. :rolleyes: I'm still waiting on the underwater camera to be developed with the dolphin swim pics. If there are any good ones I'll photobucket them for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LHP Posted May 4, 2012 #202 Share Posted May 4, 2012 I was on this sailing with halos. I didn't find the ocean uncomfortable other than the first day...but that was most likely down to jetlag, lack of sleep etc. On the way back we were pushed for time to make the stop at Ensenada so the ship was full steam ahead, and that meant it was less calm than we'd have otherwise experienced. Overall, though, not bad at all, but that's just my opinion. I agree...it was bouncy....but one Bonine a day did the trick. It wasn't as bad as some of the Caribbean cruises we have been on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
halos Posted May 4, 2012 Author #203 Share Posted May 4, 2012 (edited) Wow am I late; 10 pages later.... Great review, Angel !!! Loved the detail, loved the pictures, loved the honesty - everything! :) Question: I know you indicated that you did not go to Ensenada after all. How did they manage to get around the foreign port requirement? Good question :) We arrived 'close' to Ensenada midnight-ish or something (I was fast asleep). A small boat arrived with a person who had necessary paperwork that then was all filled out etc....bologna if you ask me :p In signing whatever documents, that basically met the requirement that by law was necessary. I really didn't care or pay attention. 'Our' cruise (meaning Bill & I) didn't change a bit. We had no plans to get off in Ensenada. I am sad that someone was ill though. No one wants to contemplate that while cruising. From what I understand they are OK now though, thank goodness. I'm still waiting on the underwater camera to be developed with the dolphin swim pics. If there are any good ones I'll photobucket them for you. Much appreciated, thank you!!!!! ing. BIL's account disappeared due to disagreement with moderating team. . What?? They don't appreciate your dry, British wit???? :p Edited May 4, 2012 by halos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uffdafla Posted May 4, 2012 #204 Share Posted May 4, 2012 This was a great adventure cruise. Even my mom, at 75 years, liked the 3 monkey's drink. Thank you to Sis of Halo's. She even did the copter's in Kauwai. Plus Luau @ Old LaHaina. she liked her hula boy! We, wife and I, enjoyed all that was offered and created fun with all our new freinds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
halos Posted May 4, 2012 Author #205 Share Posted May 4, 2012 My BIL won 5 ships on a stick :D:D Charlie, have you built a shelf for them yet?? LMAO!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
halos Posted May 4, 2012 Author #206 Share Posted May 4, 2012 This was a great adventure cruise. Even my mom, at 75 years, liked the 3 monkey's drink. Thank you to Sis of Halo's.. Everyone seemed to love it ..it was REALLY good. BUT Karen's original drink was even far better than what they were mixing and selling, which was a lousy replica. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
golfadj Posted May 4, 2012 #207 Share Posted May 4, 2012 Discussing this with DW and getting closer to deciding to do this. Question that I am somewhat hesitant to ask but figure I am among friends. Overall how much would I need to budget for two for 5 days of nice private type tours of each island? Just a ballpark estimate would be great. Obviously tours are going to be much more expensive than the Caribbean ones we are used to. Also temperature wise is it best to go in the spring or fall and avoid the summer? Thanks so much for your help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
halos Posted May 5, 2012 Author #208 Share Posted May 5, 2012 (edited) Discussing this with DW and getting closer to deciding to do this. Question that I am somewhat hesitant to ask but figure I am among friends. Overall how much would I need to budget for two for 5 days of nice private type tours of each island? Just a ballpark estimate would be great. Obviously tours are going to be much more expensive than the Caribbean ones we are used to. Also temperature wise is it best to go in the spring or fall and avoid the summer? Thanks so much for your help. Tours ran from 2 hour whale watch @ $30 pp (cheap) to helicopter tour and wild dolphin swim being approx $185 pp, The Luau was about $100 pp (open bar included)...keep in mind if you book anything through the cruise line it will cost almost double. They say temps in Hawaii run basically the same all year round, you have to research when it is rainy season (which I think is Nov-ish?? Not sure). I found it cooler than I'd have liked. Mother Nature is pretty much screwed up these days...who knows when it's best to go anywhere anymore???? :confused: IF I were to go back, I'd go in Jan or Feb just for the whales :D Edited May 5, 2012 by halos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crzndeb Posted May 5, 2012 #209 Share Posted May 5, 2012 (edited) Golfadj, Someone on our Roll Call in Sept. arranged Germaine's luau in Honolulu and it is $59pp and includes 3 drink coupons...I haven't looked into the different luau locations, but it seemed reasonable to me. Myself and friends have rented a car in Hilo, first day of Maui (doing Road to Hana), and Kuaui...that is always an option also. There are several driving tours on the internet, but we are definitely doing VNP from Hilo. I still need to do some research on Kuaui. I can report back once I get back in late October from Australia. LHP...one day we will meet up. Missed you in Grand Cayman when I was with Ann and Gale on Elation Panama Canal in 2010, and missed you on this one, when I switched cruises...LOL! Edited May 5, 2012 by crzndeb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms. Fun Bunch Posted May 5, 2012 #210 Share Posted May 5, 2012 I really enjoyed your review. I have done a land tour of Hawaii but would love to do this cruise. I also really like the Spirit!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rybreadsmom Posted May 5, 2012 #211 Share Posted May 5, 2012 My BIL won 5 ships on a stick:D:D Charlie, have you built a shelf for them yet?? LMAO!!! If we win our bowling league (final is tomorrow night) I promised I'd build our partners a Stanley Cup-type trophy. I'm thinking of how I could use those ships to add a little glitz and glamour to the trophy. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
halos Posted May 5, 2012 Author #212 Share Posted May 5, 2012 (edited) if we win our bowling league (final is tomorrow night) i promised i'd build our partners a stanley cup-type trophy. I'm thinking of how i could use those ships to add a little glitz and glamour to the trophy. :d lol! I really enjoyed your review. I have done a land tour of Hawaii but would love to do this cruise. I also really like the Spirit!!! Thank you :) It's a great cruise if you enjoy sea days :) Edited May 5, 2012 by halos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
golfadj Posted May 5, 2012 #213 Share Posted May 5, 2012 Tours ran from 2 hour whale watch @ $30 pp (cheap) to helicopter tour and wild dolphin swim being approx $185 pp, The Luau was about $100 pp (open bar included)...keep in mind if you book anything through the cruise line it will cost almost double. They say temps in Hawaii run basically the same all year round, you have to research when it is rainy season (which I think is Nov-ish?? Not sure). I found it cooler than I'd have liked. Mother Nature is pretty much screwed up these days...who knows when it's best to go anywhere anymore???? :confused: IF I were to go back, I'd go in Jan or Feb just for the whales :D So if we allow $ 500 pp for private tours we should be fine. Thanks so much Halos for the info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
halos Posted May 5, 2012 Author #214 Share Posted May 5, 2012 (edited) So if we allow $ 500 pp for private tours we should be fine. Thanks so much Halos for the info. Give or take ;) You're very welcome Stu :) Edited May 5, 2012 by halos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kerrytens Posted May 5, 2012 #215 Share Posted May 5, 2012 Great review Halos! Thanks so much for taking the time to post it. I believe I have added yet another cruise to my so called bucket list thanks to you:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
halos Posted May 5, 2012 Author #216 Share Posted May 5, 2012 Great review Halos! Thanks so much for taking the time to post it. I believe I have added yet another cruise to my so called bucket list thanks to you:D I'm happy to contribute to the stimulation of the economy by putting a dent in your wallet. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kerrytens Posted May 5, 2012 #217 Share Posted May 5, 2012 I'm happy to contribute to the stimulation of the economy by putting a dent in your wallet. :D Wanna put another dent in your wallet and sail on the Epic with us? I'm thinking of a repeat:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
halos Posted May 5, 2012 Author #218 Share Posted May 5, 2012 Wanna put another dent in your wallet and sail on the Epic with us? I'm thinking of a repeat:D If you're planning fall of 2013 I am SO in...but anything before that, no can do :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kerrytens Posted May 5, 2012 #219 Share Posted May 5, 2012 If you're planning fall of 2013 I am SO in...but anything before that, no can do :( Well, actually YES!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
halos Posted May 5, 2012 Author #220 Share Posted May 5, 2012 (edited) Well, actually YES!!! :D :D Seriously????? Good. I'll buy a FCC on my upcoming and ease my dh into this.... :p wooohooo!!!! Do you have a time in mind (month, week??) I have to start recruiting people!!! :D Edited May 5, 2012 by halos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kerrytens Posted May 5, 2012 #221 Share Posted May 5, 2012 :D :D Seriously?????Good. I'll buy a FCC on my upcoming and ease my dh into this.... :p wooohooo!!!! Do you have a time in mind (month, week??) I have to start recruiting people!!! :D Absolutely serious! I haven't really decided on month or date yet but I know it WILL be in late 2013. Let's do it!!!! Think we can convince Don, Tom and Cheryl for another go? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
halos Posted May 5, 2012 Author #222 Share Posted May 5, 2012 Let's do it!!!! Think we can convince Don, Tom and Cheryl for another go? I don't think you'll have to twist their arms that hard :D :D:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kerrytens Posted May 5, 2012 #223 Share Posted May 5, 2012 I don't think you'll have to twist their arms that hard :D :D:D Nope! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
golfadj Posted May 5, 2012 #224 Share Posted May 5, 2012 By any chance would you be referring to like the first week of October 2013 on Epic? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bazarr2 Posted May 5, 2012 #225 Share Posted May 5, 2012 (edited) If we win our bowling league (final is tomorrow night) I promised I'd build our partners a Stanley Cup-type trophy. I'm thinking of how I could use those ships to add a little glitz and glamour to the trophy. :D How about this? We use it as a traveling trophy for nascar fantasy league Edited May 5, 2012 by bazarr2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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