Our Fascination Anniversary / Spring Break Getaway Cruise (with pics) - 3/26/16

[Jamman54]

Patti had her usual butter pecan ice cream, while I had the cherries jubilee…..

 

 

Tonight, the wait staff entertained us with their rendition of “That’s Amore”…..

 

 

 

After dinner, Patti was feeling a little tired, so she elected to head back to the cabin. I went back to the Casino Royale and played blackjack at a $15 table until it was time for the 11:15 adult comedy show. I wound up winning another$100. Tonight’s comedian, The Cowboy Comedian, was very good.

 

Afterwards it was back to the cabin where Patti was now fast asleep. Before turning in, she took photos of tonight’s turndown service. Look at all the stuff on the bed……

 

 

 

The VIFP gifts for this cruise were the Tervis Cups. I was surprised by that, as I had thought that these were long gone. You can never have enough Tervis Cups!

 

 

To be continued…..

[Jamman54]

What is that on the elephants head?

 

 

 

Why it’s an anniversary card from our stateroom steward Raj. It also had a gift card for a free photo. That was a nice touch!

 

 

There is also an envelope addressed to me……

 

 

It was an invitation from Captain Gianluca Longhin for the Diamond event. We will be having brunch with the Captain on the last sea day. That’s always a good time!

 

 

It was a pretty good day. Patti was feeling a little better, we had a great brunch and dinner, I did well playing blackjack, and I was in the slot finals. Goodnight!!

 

Coming up next: Our day in Freeport.

[Sorry Muffin]

Thanks!! Prep work today, more posting tomorrow.

 

 

 

Thanks for coming along for the ride again! It was the first time for Patti in an interior cabin. Yes, I know I've spoiled her! :D She actually didn't mind it at all. We used the trick of leaving the television on at night with the bow view camera and the sound off. When it got light outside, it got lighter in our cabin.

 

Thanks for the tip about leaving the tv on.

 

Mary Louise

[Jamman54]

Thanks for the tip about leaving the tv on.

Mary Louise

 

Works like a charm!!

[RuthieandTony]

Did you and Patti purchase the Cheers package? If so, how did you like the new additions?

[Jamman54]

Did you and Patti purchase the Cheers package? If so, how did you like the new additions?

 

No we didn't. Patti is not a big drinker, and less so on this cruise because she was not feeling well. If I could purchase it myself, it would be worth it.

[cruisequeen4ever]

Congrats to your wife on her upcoming retirement!! [emoji322] As a fellow teacher, I can imagine her elation! Happy cheap cruising to you!! BTW, DH and I also have our cruises picked for post-teaching years. [emoji5]

 

 

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[Marywillowhill]

Hi Jamman, Thanks for your fabulous trip reports and photos. I am looking forward to reading about the rest of your fascination cruise! We are sailing on our 2nd cruise the Pride in 30 days. I already devoured your Pride review and loved reading about it to prepare for all the fun we will be having. Thanks for letting us "come alomg" on your families vacation. :) and thanks also to your Wife and Son.:)

[Jamman54]

Congrats to your wife on her upcoming retirement!! [emoji322] As a fellow teacher, I can imagine her elation! Happy cheap cruising to you!! BTW, DH and I also have our cruises picked for post-teaching years. [emoji5]

 

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Thanks for reading and the well wishes!! It's going to be great to be able to cruise during non peak times!

[Jamman54]

Hi Jamman, Thanks for your fabulous trip reports and photos. I am looking forward to reading about the rest of your fascination cruise! We are sailing on our 2nd cruise the Pride in 30 days. I already devoured your Pride review and loved reading about it to prepare for all the fun we will be having. Thanks for letting us "come alomg" on your families vacation. :) and thanks also to your Wife and Son.:)

 

Thanks for following along, and for your kind words! Enjoy your cruise on the Pride. She is our favorite ship!

[Sorry Muffin]

I have to remember to order a Chocolate Mocha Getaway. It sure looked good

 

Mary Louise

[Jamman54]

I have to remember to order a Chocolate Mocha Getaway. It sure looked good

Mary Louise

 

Patti says they taste even better than they look!! :D

[Jamman54]

Welcome to Freeport, Bahamas!!!

 

We awoke at 8am, and according to the bow view camera on our television, we are already docked in Freeport. It looks like a nice sunny day outside…..

 

 

After having a light breakfast at the Coconut Grove, we pulled the camera out and took some photos of the Freeport Harbour area. Here are a couple of the Freeport Harbour sign…..

 

 

 

Here’s a view looking down at the Fascination’s gangway. Doesn’t seem like too many people are in a hurry to get off the ship…..

 

 

This is the security gate that you need to pass through leaving and coming back to the ship…..

 

 

To be continued…..

[Jamman54]

These are some of the Freeport Harbour shops…..

 

 

Looking down on Fat Tuesday and Senor Frog’s…..

 

 

 

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Lines Grand Celebration was in port with us. You may remember her as Carnival’s Celebration. She was a ship that we sailed on both early, and late in her Carnival career. She now does two day cruises from West Palm Beach to Freeport……

 

 

 

They have modified her whale tail a bit…..

 

 

There is a great picture review by DarthGrady that shows what the Grand Celebration looks like now. I wouldn’t mind sailing on her again. Here’s the link:

 

DarthGrady's Grand Celebration picture review

 

To be continued…..

[Jamman54]

Here are a few more Freeport Harbour views…..

 

 

 

There are three ships in drydock at the Grand Bahama Shipyard. This is where Carnival sends most of their ships to be drydocked…..

 

 

The Carnival Triumph is presently here getting her 2.0 upgrades…..

 

 

 

Can anyone name this little cruise ship?

 

 

To be continued…..

[Jamman54]

Serenity is real serene this morning…..

 

 

Here are a few more Freeport Harbour views…..

 

 

 

 

All in all, Freeport is a very industrialized port…..

 

 

Our plan for today is to grab a cab and head over to Port Lucaya, but Patti is still not feeling well, and doesn’t want to venture to far from the ship. No problem. Patti can browse the shops here in Freeport Harbour, and I can spend some “quality” time at Senor Frog’s! Here we are getting off the ship…..

 

 

To be continued…..

[Jamman54]

I pose with the Freeport Harbour sign…..

 

 

Senor Frog’s…..

 

 

Fat Tuesday…..

 

 

Patti poses with Senor Frog himself…..

 

 

In order to drink here you have to be this tall, and be able to follow the house rules…..

 

 

 

To be continued…..

[Jamman54]

Nice backs on the bar stools…..

 

 

We just love looking at the ceiling at Senor Frog’s…..

 

 

 

 

 

 

To be continued…..

[Jamman54]

Stop looking at my butt!!!

 

 

Enjoying the first of many of the signature Senor Frog drink……

 

 

The place is empty now, but won’t be in a little while…..

 

 

Here are a few views of the Carnival Fascination docked in Freeport…..

 

 

 

Here’s another view of Senor Frog’s…..

 

 

To be continued…..

[mainepaddler]

How exciting- I haven't looked at this site since right after our last cruise in February and it was such a pleasant surprise to log on tonight and find another review from you and Patti.

 

I see you are coming to visit me in September :) I look forward to reading your review of my home state of Maine. Feel free to reach out with any Portland questions!

[Jamman54]

How exciting- I haven't looked at this site since right after our last cruise in February and it was such a pleasant surprise to log on tonight and find another review from you and Patti.

 

I see you are coming to visit me in September :) I look forward to reading your review of my home state of Maine. Feel free to reach out with any Portland questions!

 

Thanks for coming along for the ride once again!

 

We're looking forward to our visit to Portland. :)

[cruiser fanatic]

Here are a few more Freeport Harbour views…..

 

 

 

There are three ships in drydock at the Grand Bahama Shipyard. This is where Carnival sends most of their ships to be drydocked…..

 

 

The Carnival Triumph is presently here getting her 2.0 upgrades…..

 

 

 

Can anyone name this little cruise ship?

 

 

To be continued…..

 

It looks like the Adonia for Fathom.

[Jamman54]

It looks like the Adonia for Fathom.

 

I believe you are correct. Thanks!!

[Crusin Karen]

Jamman, I always like to get the ship t shirts with the statistics on them and the picture of the ship but haven't been able to find any recently in the gift shops. :(:( I see you have a bunch of them. I don't have Splendor, Liberty or Pride.

Sure hope Patti starts feeling better and it was nothing too serious. Glad she was still able to go "out and about." We debarked the Pride on Easter Sunday :( and I was wondering if they had anything special for Easter dinner, but guess not. we were on the Pirde over St. Pat's Day and they made a BIG DEAL of it, including a special dessert! And I also have to mention again about Petti's hair-I hate to keep repeating myself, but it looks GREAT longer! :)

[Jamman54]

Jamman, I always like to get the ship t shirts with the statistics on them and the picture of the ship but haven't been able to find any recently in the gift shops. :(:( I see you have a bunch of them. I don't have Splendor, Liberty or Pride.

Sure hope Patti starts feeling better and it was nothing too serious. Glad she was still able to go "out and about." We debarked the Pride on Easter Sunday :( and I was wondering if they had anything special for Easter dinner, but guess not. we were on the Pride over St. Pat's Day and they made a BIG DEAL of it, including a special dessert! And I also have to mention again about Patti's hair-I hate to keep repeating myself, but it looks GREAT longer! :)

 

Hey Karry!! Patti was a lot better once we got to Nassau. I was surprised that they didn't have a special menu for Easter. We were on the Pride last Easter, and they did have a special menu. Patti likes her hair longer, but says it's a PITA to take care of!:)