judipa Posted April 18, 2017 #701 Share Posted April 18, 2017 I know what you mean, there are certain times a year that I will not sail. Did you go at Thanksgiving in November? JW - I went on the Escape the last two Thanksgivings - Lots of kids but still great service from a great crew. Very enjoyable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CardFanDubG Posted April 18, 2017 #702 Share Posted April 18, 2017 Jovo and Melroy are terrific! Agree 100%. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiseguys2009 Posted April 20, 2017 Author #703 Share Posted April 20, 2017 To all our great and loyal fans: Sorry for what seemed to be shirking my duties on the boards, but the last three to four weeks have been super hectic. First, we no sooner came home from our awesome Norwegian Escape cruise number three, to me having to rush off to work (and being sequestered for the week in the hotel) for my last Official and most monumental event preparation of my career, my Crowning Achievement, that saw our property (and mostly ME in tow everywhere) host both Gigantic Leaders of the World. Though I am forbidden to go into details, it was an awesome, awe inspiring, and jaw dropping, tinkle in my pants every hour, three day sequestered and highly secure extravaganza. All I can officially say is that our President does not drink at all, nor do any of his family, however, the other country staying at the property...............well lets just say they can drink me under the table. With all of the Vodka and Scotch consumed during seven days, by the "Official Delegation", it was enough to fill the South China Seas. 'Nuf said. After it was over, and the coast was clear, I was able to resume normal preparations for our Immense Annual Grand Easter Sunday Formal Brunch, serving over 3,300 in five seating's from 11AM, 1PM, 3PM, 5PM and 7PM. This was my final event, both of the Season (Mother's Day is not as big because of all the Northerners have gone home) and, it was also my final event of my career, as I also officially retired after 35 years in the Hotel Industry. I wanted no fanfair (That is unusual for me, mind you) but I had to be dragged, kicking and screaming out of the arms of the Corporate Management, as they were not about to let me go easy. They still think that I am merely on a vacation or sabbatical. It has been 4 days so far and all I have done is sleep (lots of stress-less sleep), eat, drink, work on the yard and drink, and then enjoy the pool, drink some more and of course, drink. Jerome is beside himself with all this time on my hands. He is off on his flying machines for the next ten days. What to do with myself. Drink! Bloody Mary and Vodka with Grapefruit in the morning, a Screwdriver (or three) for lunch, then happy hour Martini's and then get to composing on Cruise Critic. Yes, it should be a real hoot! I have to get accustomed to not being available 24/7/365 for the property, but nonetheless, they keep interrupting my drink time. I will be posting loads more, and Jerome and I are incredibly excited to let everyone in on some exciting news..............................could it be yet another Norwegian Escape cruise? A fourth? Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cookie* Posted April 20, 2017 #704 Share Posted April 20, 2017 Welcome back!!! Congrats on your achievements and I am so glad you took some much needed time for yourself! Looking forward to your news and very excited for your report!!! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JennieCoconut Posted April 20, 2017 #705 Share Posted April 20, 2017 So glad you are back! Cannot wait to read the rest! Congrats on retirement! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nancydow Posted April 20, 2017 #706 Share Posted April 20, 2017 Welcome back to CC, JW!!! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StlGal Posted April 20, 2017 #707 Share Posted April 20, 2017 Welcome back JW and congratulations on your retirement! I've been checking daily for your third installment as we are leaving for Escape in 15 short days... so this will be PERFECT timing! I'm getting so giddy I could almost "tinkle". :') Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buttwig Posted April 20, 2017 #708 Share Posted April 20, 2017 I'm going to tinkle myself if JW doesn't post an installment soon but I'm sure he's busy enjoying his retirement right now! We are on the Escape at the end of May and hope to have many adventures! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kfamilycruise Posted April 20, 2017 #709 Share Posted April 20, 2017 Excellent start JW! Congrats on your retirement! Can't wait to hear how it went and all about the big news!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CardFanDubG Posted April 20, 2017 #710 Share Posted April 20, 2017 Welcome Back JW. You deserve some quiet time. Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare HBCcruiser Posted April 20, 2017 #711 Share Posted April 20, 2017 Yes, welcome back and congrats on a well-deserved retirement! I'm very greeeen with envy! How fun would be your review of your Crowning Achievement! I can only imagine... What a once in a lifetime! I await your next installment with anticipation.... Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisewithm Posted April 21, 2017 #712 Share Posted April 21, 2017 Omigawwwdd! Happy to hear you again JW! Retired means for sure I'll see you around? Maybe in Brazil? Miami? In 14 days I'll board the Escape! Welcome back sweetie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karmary Posted April 21, 2017 #713 Share Posted April 21, 2017 Congratulations ! I got off the Escape Sat and it was Fantastic. Nothing like the August nightmare and Rommell, Rommell jr and Michael say hello. They said they had lots of laughs with you! Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victorious8 Posted April 21, 2017 #714 Share Posted April 21, 2017 Yayayayayaya! So glad you're back and can't wait to hear all the details! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Direland Posted April 21, 2017 #715 Share Posted April 21, 2017 Can't wait to hear about your adventures!!! We set sail on May 6th Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TSUmom Posted April 21, 2017 #716 Share Posted April 21, 2017 Can't wait to read about your escapades. We board the Escape on May 6th!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mabones Posted April 21, 2017 #717 Share Posted April 21, 2017 I'm so glad to hear the great news of your Retirement! I've been waiting patiently for the next installment. Hoping to book #2 on the Escape within the next couple weeks. This time I'm determined to get to Vibe! Now! On with the show!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
You_only_live_once Posted April 22, 2017 #718 Share Posted April 22, 2017 I spent the last week reading from the first post and catching up. I just joined CC and will be on the Escape Aug 12th sailing. Can't wait.. Just wish JW and Jerome were on our cruise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Faulkh Posted April 22, 2017 #719 Share Posted April 22, 2017 Congrats on your retirement JW. Looking forwarded to reading more, very entertaining. Cool Cruiser, on the same sailing can't wait only my 3rd ever cruise! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
texascat Posted April 23, 2017 #720 Share Posted April 23, 2017 JW & Jerome, thank you for spending time with your review. We are looking forward to our Escape on Oct 7th. Congratulations on your retirement Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
You_only_live_once Posted April 23, 2017 #721 Share Posted April 23, 2017 Congrats on your retirement JW. Looking forwarded to reading more, very entertaining. Cool Cruiser, on the same sailing can't wait only my 3rd ever cruise! I saw you were on the Aug 12 Escape in the Haven. We chose to book a Haven room also. We are in a Aft Haven suite on 14th fl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FamilyBoatTrip Posted April 24, 2017 #722 Share Posted April 24, 2017 I saw you were on the Aug 12 Escape in the Haven. We chose to book a Haven room also. We are in a Aft Haven suite on 14th fl. Just got off the Escape, and we had the starboard side 14th floor aft haven suite. It was glorious! The deck was to die for! You will LOVE it!!! Enjoy! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lv2travel98 Posted April 24, 2017 #723 Share Posted April 24, 2017 Following!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
areneeh Posted April 25, 2017 #724 Share Posted April 25, 2017 Following...love the review, you are FANTASTIC! I'm sailing on the Escape on the July 1st sailing. My first NCL trip and 3rd cruise ever. Can't wait to read the rest of your Trilogy Review! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaime0528 Posted April 26, 2017 #725 Share Posted April 26, 2017 Loving this review! You are hilarious and I would love to meet you in person, you sound like so much fun! I'm only up to the part where you've worn more drinks than actually drinking, thanks to hammy/prosciutto lol!! And the "Miracle" I can just picture the sequins!!;) Can't wait to finish this up and hear about all the adventures and shananigans you 2 get into! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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