"LIVE" from Grandeur of the Seas - Jan 16, 2016

[Radio]

Here are a few more. . .More pics tomorrow

 

Radio

 

 

 

Grandeur of the Seas at Prince George Dock in Nassau

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Festival Place is still closed so all of the vendors are outside

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I spent the day at British Colonial Hilton

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

There was not much swimming today

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

There were a lot of passengers in line to get back on the ship

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

It’s time to go in for dinner

 

 

 

 

 

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[kahliasmom]

Yes it is. My bad :o The following cruise on my spreadsheet is a nine-night one. Sorry about that.

 

N Ray H

I got scared! Lol. Looking forward to more of Radio's review and our Dec 22 Grandeur cruise.

 

Having a bad day so taking some time to cruise with Radio this morning. Thank you so much for taking the time to do this Radio!

[Radio]

Good morning everyone. Welcome to DAY 5 of "LIVE" from Grandeur of the Seas.

We are currently anchored just off of Coco Cay (Berry Islands) .We could see Coco Cay by 7AM, and were anchored by about 8AM. (About 1000 yard from the island) The first passengers went ashore at 8:15. I will be going ashore by around 10AM. It should be a short 5 min tender ride. The weather today seems promising. The skies are sunny with a few clouds. It is currently 70F but will increase to 80F this afternoon. That last tender back to the ship will be at 3:30.

 

I ate again last night in Windjammer, and the choices were very good. I hardly ever eat fish at home but have had fish every day so far (except Day 1) I think I like just dining for 1 hour, but I will make it to the MDR this week (I still have 4 nights left) I’m sure I will try Izumi this week. I loved dining there on Oasis of the Seas, and Allure of the Seas.

 

Here are a few pics from this morning. . . There will be many more once I’m back on board.

 

The Drink of today is Ultimate Mai Tai. . .

 

 

Radio

 

 

I loved the sunrise this morning

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The sun is trying to peek through the clouds

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Life raft drills were being performed by the crew on Deck 9

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I am happy that Grandeur of the Seas is being warmed up today

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Food supplies are being tendered ashore also

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tender is ready to take passengers ashore

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Edited January 20, 2016 by Radio

[ljmandelbaum]

How was the water temp on Coco Cay today?

[kellyx3]

Radio we will be sailing Feb 13 and I was wondering if you could tell me if they had designated times that the kids were able to swim in the indoor solarium pool on some of the colder days down the coast or if they are strictly kept at the outdoor pool?

[swoopy2110]

Can you give us a shot of the Island from the Ship please Radio... so I can picture myself going there for the first time in a few months! :)

 

Thanks

[cmecompute]

Have you seen the "drink coupon cards" being offered at all as of yet on this ship? I am aware of all the packages, but have been reading lately of discounted punch cards for 10 drinks good for one day, or 10 drinks good for multiple days.?

 

Hope you are having a fantastic day in Coco Cay. We spent the day on Barefoot beach in a clamshell there just 3 weeks ago. It was an absolutely beautiful day. Hope you got to walk around and see the Iquana's, they were huge! I think one of them had to be 7 - 8 feet long.

[lapdog57]

Can you tell me who the Diamond Lounge concierge is? Is it Inna? IF so can you get me her email address? I am hoping to speak with her before boarding. We are also on Feb 13th sailing!

[Firefighterhoop]

Can you tell me who the Diamond Lounge concierge is? Is it Inna? IF so can you get me her email address? I am hoping to speak with her before boarding. We are also on Feb 13th sailing!

 

Inna is currently the Concierge up in the Concierge Lounge.

 

It looks like the Diamond Concerge is Mo. GR_DIAMONDCONCERGE@RCCL.COM

Edited January 20, 2016 by Firefighterhoop

[PCWalton1]

 

Tender is ready to take passengers ashore

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Wow, that is a big tender, how often do they run?

[Angelsea57]

Really enjoying your review.

The pictures are amazing, thanks!

We have never been on Grandeur, looks

like a cozy ship. Have the casino been Radio friendly??

Edited January 20, 2016 by Angelsea57

[John Reid]

Have you seen the "drink coupon cards" being offered at all as of yet on this ship? I am aware of all the packages, but have been reading lately of discounted punch cards for 10 drinks good for one day, or 10 drinks good for multiple days.?

 

Hope you are having a fantastic day in Coco Cay. We spent the day on Barefoot beach in a clamshell there just 3 weeks ago. It was an absolutely beautiful day. Hope you got to walk around and see the Iquana's, they were huge! I think one of them had to be 7 - 8 feet long.

 

I was on the 1/6 Grandeur sailing. I did not hear any offers for drink cards. However, they had a one-day drink package for the normal daily price available for the final sea day.

[MedicKenK]

I was on the 1/6 Grandeur sailing. I did not hear any offers for drink cards. However, they had a one-day drink package for the normal daily price available for the final sea day.

 

Did they call it the "Go Home With a Hangover" Special?

[Radio]

Can you give us a shot of the Island from the Ship please Radio... so I can picture myself going there for the first time in a few months! :)

 

Thanks

 

 

I was unable to get good shots from the ship, but I will post a few RCI stock pics (aerial photos) Fri- Sat on the way back. . .

 

 

Radio

;);)

[Radio]

Have you seen the "drink coupon cards" being offered at all as of yet on this ship? I am aware of all the packages, but have been reading lately of discounted punch cards for 10 drinks good for one day, or 10 drinks good for multiple days.?

 

>SNIP< .

 

I asked a bar server and was told there are no drink coupon cards offered for this sailing. It appears that it was a test to see if it would work. The crew member suggested that he is unsure if it will return. . .

 

Radio

;);)

 

 

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Edited January 20, 2016 by Radio

[Radio]

Hello everyone . . . I am back onboard from Coco Cay. I can sum up Coco Cay very easily . . . . It is like Paradise. I really love Coco Cay. It is what you may think of a beach lovers’ private island. The water is warm (most of the time) and the beaches are clean and soft. There is island music playing throughout. Yes, there were a lot of passengers, but there are places to be away from all the madness. There are places of solitude and serenity (quiet beaches and lagoons)

 

There is a lot of shade for those who may not want a ton of sun. The island barbeque was good too. . . There seems to always be someone with a tray of drinks, or a golf cart driving around for beers and sodas. There are several clean restrooms, and there are many family activities and excursions available.

 

I spoke with many passengers who have never been to Coco Cay. It seems that many ships come here but are unable to tender passengers ashore due the water conditions. I must have been lucky since I have been here maybe 20 times, and only skipped the port once or twice.

 

The last tender back to the ship was about 3:30 . . . We raised the anchor by 4PM and are on our way to beautiful Key West. We should be picking up the pilot at 7:30AM and are scheduled to dock tomorrow by 8AM. We should be at the Westin Pier and Oceania Regatta should be at the Mallory Square Pier.

I am hoping for warm weather tomorrow . . . The forecast is for sunny skies and 74F

 

 

Here are a few pics from the day. Thanks for tuning in . . .

 

 

Radio

 

 

 

We leave on the tender to Coco Cay

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

We made it . . .

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The last tender is at 3:30PM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

There were lots of passengers here already

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Island Oasis is for Suite passengers

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Which way do I go ?

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Edited January 20, 2016 by Radio

[Radio]

Here are a few more. . . I will try to get a few more posted tomorrow with 4G

 

Radio

 

 

The Straw Market had some unusual coconut gifts

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I like a quiet calm beach

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Here is one of the small lagoons

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

There is plenty of shade for those who want it.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ahhh . . .my home for the next 4 nights

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I made it back by 2PM

 

 

 

 

 

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Edited January 20, 2016 by Radio

[swoopy2110]

Those pictures will do just fine Radio

 

Thanks very much!! :)

 

Looks like you're having a cracking cruise!

[Laney219]

Can anyone see the 'small lagoon' picture?

[Radio]

Ooops, here are a couple that didn't come through. . .

 

 

 

 

Radio

 

 

Here is one of the small lagoons

 

 

 

 

Approaching CoCo Cay

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Approaching Coco Cay slowly

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lunch was served here. . .

 

 

 

 

 

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[mal123916]

Radio,

Your sunset picture is amazing. Never seen anything like it. Enjoy the rest of the cruise. keep up the good work

[dixieva]

Loved the pics of CoCo Cay. I thought Labadee was great until I went to Coco Cay and for me there is no comparison! The sand is so soft and white and the water is beautiful.

 

I wanted to ask how has the internet been? You are posting and with pics so I guess it is ok. But are you able to get on line anytime or is it hit or miss like it was last time I was on Grandeur three months ago?

 

I love Key West and am looking forward to your pics.

[retiredgram]

I asked a bar server and was told there are no drink coupon cards offered for this sailing. It appears that it was a test to see if it would work. The crew member suggested that he is unsure if it will return. . .

 

Radio

;);)

 

 

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Thanks for answering cmecompute, I was wondering about this also. Can only hope.

Can't wait to see your pictures from Key West.

[CarpeCerevisi]

 

Coco Cay

Edited January 21, 2016 by CarpeCerevisi

[PhilNDebbieAtSea]

Great review and pics as usual!! Thank you!! We have friends on board so glad to see warm weather for you all!! Has Captain mentioned any issues in regards to the blizzard impacting your arrival?

 

 

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