jobell Posted November 4, 2012 #101 Share Posted November 4, 2012 Very excited to follow along and can't wait to read your thoughts, review, etc. We'll be sailing RCI for the first time next October on the FOS and cannot wait. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shonandsuzie Posted November 4, 2012 #102 Share Posted November 4, 2012 Sweet indeed!! I have heard of it, but never seen it until now. I Googled it and the one Radio took is the only one! They need to put this into full mode with some additional routes across the country!!! *** I agree!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare TPKeller Posted November 4, 2012 #103 Share Posted November 4, 2012 Sweet indeed!! I have heard of it, but never seen it until now. I Googled it and the one Radio took is the only one! They need to put this into full mode with some additional routes across the country!!! *** I think the mid-Atlantic to Florida route is the only one that can be even close to economically viable. Remember, Amtrak gets about $1 Billion (with a "B") per year in Federal subsidies as it is, the unique passenger demographic for this Florida route is probably the reason that the Autotrain works, but only for this route. Rental cars are too cheap for the Autotrain idea to work elsewhere, it's the senior citizens who are traveling for longer visits between home and Florida that allows it to work, since they wouldn't want to rent cars for weeks at a time while visiting. Radio takes advantage of it, because he hates to fly, the Autotrain is non-stop, so quite a bit faster than the "regular" train on the same route, and they won't let you ride it unless you're also taking a car! :) Theron Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gambee Posted November 4, 2012 #104 Share Posted November 4, 2012 Just saw this tread today, I guess I will have to catch up to it once I get back. Very nice pictures! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
szq5231 Posted November 4, 2012 #105 Share Posted November 4, 2012 Thanks for sharing. szq Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weary traveler Posted November 4, 2012 #106 Share Posted November 4, 2012 Good morning Mark.. hope you set your clock back so as not to report too early... lol beautiful morning down here and looks like a lovely day to set sail... The disney Dream, carnival Sensation and a mighty big boat are all tied up and almost ready to recieve... Hope embarkation goes quickly and smoothly and we start seeing your reports and photos as soon as you are settled. have a great first day your ole pal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just The 3 Of Us Posted November 4, 2012 #107 Share Posted November 4, 2012 Rise & shine Radio - ITS SAIL-AWAY DAY!!! :D Barb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Lionesss Posted November 4, 2012 #108 Share Posted November 4, 2012 Yawn...got up early to read first post from Radio... Where is it........... OOOPS, just kidding it is really 7:38 Mark have a great time. Safe travels. Sue and crew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
138east Posted November 4, 2012 #109 Share Posted November 4, 2012 Radio - I'm getting ready to go. Will do a pick up at Four Points, a car drop off, and then off to the pier to meet others. Looks like a great day for sailaway!! Did you see the ship dock this morning? I had good intentions of doing that, but ....they ended up being only intentions. See you later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisa414ny Posted November 4, 2012 #110 Share Posted November 4, 2012 I love these live reviews! Have a fantastic trip, and I'll enjoy it also by reading along :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crisndeefromde Posted November 4, 2012 #111 Share Posted November 4, 2012 Have an awesome awesome trip and thanks in advance for the great pics and taking time out of your day to share. We so so enjoyed the space center pictures as we are really wanting to go there. Now to go research the auto train....... Hi to everyone..... Cris and Dee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
megr1125 Posted November 4, 2012 #112 Share Posted November 4, 2012 Enjoying a.yummy Americano.from starbucks....and awaiting time to go to the.pier..... Beautiful day for sail away!! Had a nice time with fellow CCers last night.... Awesome photos Radio! KSC looks like it.was a lot of fun.....this will be a great way to revlive the cruise. And..while I have not ridden Auto Train...i will say this...long distance.rail trips....especially in sleepers....are wonderful....some day I will try Auto Train.... See everyone on the ship!! Sent from my Samsung Charge via Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BugsyCruiser Posted November 4, 2012 #113 Share Posted November 4, 2012 Looks like a gorgeous day for Radio's sailaway :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Radio Posted November 4, 2012 Author #114 Share Posted November 4, 2012 Hello everyone. . . Welcome to Day 1 of “LIVE” from Freedom of the Seas. I woke up very early this morning. . . (I think I always do), and decided to drive up to the pier to watch Freedom sail in. I was able to get an image of her as she docked at Terminal 10. . .Disney Dream was coming in just behind her. On the way back I had to stop at Starbucks (At Four Points Sheraton) to enjoy a delicious coffee that made me very happy. I walked up briefly to the beach (2 blocks) and was happy to see the beautiful blue water, and magnificent sunrise. I like the fact that I can actually see the ship from the Hampton Inn and Suites hotel. . . I had to go up to the 8th floor, but you are able to see all of the ships in Port Canaveral. I had to zoom a bit, but seeing the ships put a big smile on my face. I plan on leaving here at around 10:30, and going directly to the pier. I think that the check in time was around 11AM, and I will be ready to board as soon as I can. Our sail away time is scheduled for 5 PM, and I will have many pics of or sail away later on. I guess it is time to pack, so I will see everyone next from onboard the beautiful Freedom of the Seas. . . . Here are a few pics from this morning. Thanks for all of the nice comments, and Thanks for tuning in. Radio Early morning image of Freedom of the Seas at Terminal 10 I am very happy that there is a Starbucks nearby This is the view from the 8th Floor of Hampton Inn and Suites The sun graces the beaches of Cocoa Beach An aerial view of Port Canaveral and Freedom of the Seas Image Courtesy of Port Canaveral Our Itinerary for this voyage . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paintbum Posted November 4, 2012 #115 Share Posted November 4, 2012 This is a shout out to Radio and all our "almost" fellow cruisers. We were booked to be on this sailing with you all but God had other plans for us as my dear husband had to have emergency bypass heart surgery just a few weeks ago. We are excited that we will be able to follow along with you guys, thanks to Radio, as my husband recovers. Have a cool one for us and good luck on the slot pull. Wishing you smooth sailings! Until next time...... Sherry and Johnny from Texas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare DragonOfTheSeas Posted November 4, 2012 #116 Share Posted November 4, 2012 Radio--Thanks for your live posting. I do not have a cruise scheduled for 6 months. :( I will have to get my cruise fix from you. I was interested to see the terminal for the auto train. We rode it several years ago with our children and In-laws. Our car was out with the first group of cars and we said , Woo Hoo!! The in-laws was the third from the end:rolleyes:. It was about 10:15am. The last car out got a fruit basket as a consolation prize. We waited in the hot son for their car--so a terminal would have been nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paintbum Posted November 4, 2012 #117 Share Posted November 4, 2012 Oops, guess I need to remove the "we sailed" sign! :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beej Posted November 4, 2012 #118 Share Posted November 4, 2012 Mark, I'm already to head out to the port and hop on board. Bon Voyage and I'll stay tuned for a wonderful ride Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crisndeefromde Posted November 4, 2012 #119 Share Posted November 4, 2012 Enjoying a.yummy Americano.from starbucks....and awaiting time to go to the.pier..... Beautiful day for sail away!! Had a nice time with fellow CCers last night.... Awesome photos Radio! KSC looks like it.was a lot of fun.....this will be a great way to revlive the cruise. And..while I have not ridden Auto Train...i will say this...long distance.rail trips....especially in sleepers....are wonderful....some day I will try Auto Train.... See everyone on the ship!! Sent from my Samsung Charge via Tapatalk Have a wonderful time with all the buds Meg!!! Can't wait to hear the stories and see the pics..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrFunInTheSun Posted November 4, 2012 #120 Share Posted November 4, 2012 Wahoo! Almost time to head to the pier and board the ship with Radio! Great reporting as usual Radio! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk. Please excuse any typographical errors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mpoole3 Posted November 4, 2012 #121 Share Posted November 4, 2012 I know its going to be a good week, because Radio is doing a LIVE review! Its almost like we are all cruising with you! -Have a great trip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mairem17 Posted November 4, 2012 #122 Share Posted November 4, 2012 An aerial view of Port Canaveral and Freedom of the Seas Image Courtesy of Port Canaveral I hate to be this person, but that is the Mariner of the Seas. There are now canti-levered whirlpools and has no flowrider. Anyway, have a great time aboard!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arizona Cruz Chic Posted November 4, 2012 #123 Share Posted November 4, 2012 I think the mid-Atlantic to Florida route is the only one that can be even close to economically viable. Remember, Amtrak gets about $1 Billion (with a "B") per year in Federal subsidies as it is, the unique passenger demographic for this Florida route is probably the reason that the Autotrain works, but only for this route. Rental cars are too cheap for the Autotrain idea to work elsewhere, it's the senior citizens who are traveling for longer visits between home and Florida that allows it to work, since they wouldn't want to rent cars for weeks at a time while visiting. Radio takes advantage of it, because he hates to fly, the Autotrain is non-stop, so quite a bit faster than the "regular" train on the same route, and they won't let you ride it unless you're also taking a car! :) Theron Theron, you are the voice of reason! Of course it would never work in other parts of the country.....but still would be nice since if it did and we would book it to go from AZ to Chicago in a heart beat! Thanks for your info, even if it did burst my bubble! :D ;) *** Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arizona Cruz Chic Posted November 4, 2012 #124 Share Posted November 4, 2012 This is a shout out to Radio and all our "almost" fellow cruisers. We were booked to be on this sailing with you all but God had other plans for us as my dear husband had to have emergency bypass heart surgery just a few weeks ago. We are excited that we will be able to follow along with you guys, thanks to Radio, as my husband recovers. Have a cool one for us and good luck on the slot pull. Wishing you smooth sailings! Until next time...... Sherry and Johnny from Texas So sorry to hear this. I hope your husband is recovering well and they you both can enjoy the cruise through Radios posts! *** Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
megr1125 Posted November 4, 2012 #125 Share Posted November 4, 2012 Have a wonderful time with all the buds Meg!!! Can't wait to hear the stories and see the pics..... No stories....lol....:eek::rolleyes::D:D Sent from my Samsung Charge via Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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