Rare MicCanberra Posted January 13, 2017 #126 Share Posted January 13, 2017 We are 8708 starboard - just a few cabins from your lofty heights :) And only 2kgs ?????? Well you are on Obese of the Seas - I feel fat just being here !! Loved the comment from a Gavin I met on FlowRider last night "us fat bastards should get on here more" - after he had another go and fall from the board riding. Hey, I'm not that fat any more. Ifly - sore shoulders last night. Interesting minute of ones life. FlowRider ...soon Warm day in Tauranga - after it started with cloud and drizzle. Noordam beat us in and took the better spot - but then the fatties needed the walk LOL, when ever I see the queues snaking on and off the ship and all the fatties (as you call it) are waddling on or off, I have a strong urge to sing 'What'll I do'. one minute in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shireboi Posted January 15, 2017 #127 Share Posted January 15, 2017 Docked Wellington today GREAT to have shuttle buses into the CBD - as the walking distance would be a killer for some. SECURITY OVERKILL @ the gate to the dock - please have sea pass plus some photo ID ready - this is way before you get on board. They are going to have a 'fun' time checking everyone on a full bus (we came back with only 5 on board and she was asking year of birth for those without ID) Anyway - Ovation : got a call last night - we don't need to get room cleaned every day - every 3-4 days - housekeeping manager must have been so 'concerned' !!! Still waiting for the Cartier 75% off sale !!! Got my eye on that $30,000 piece in the window. Time for North Star when everyone is in town Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwi Kruzer Posted January 15, 2017 #128 Share Posted January 15, 2017 Looks like a nice day in Wellywood for you.Great to see North Styar working. You should get some great City viesw from it.:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted January 16, 2017 #129 Share Posted January 16, 2017 Looks like a nice day in Wellywood for you.Great to see North Styar working. You should get some great City viesw from it.:) a great place to visit and the north star would be fab.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shireboi Posted January 16, 2017 #130 Share Posted January 16, 2017 some bad winds on the 19th Jan... we MAY or MAY NOT make Dunedin Capt is stating that it might not be possible to get there - all depends on the front that is coming thru. Very strong winds expected - and window of entry may be difficult. But that is two days away - we have Picton and then a cruising day Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted January 16, 2017 #131 Share Posted January 16, 2017 some bad winds on the 19th Jan... we MAY or MAY NOT make Dunedin Capt is stating that it might not be possible to get there - all depends on the front that is coming thru. Very strong winds expected - and window of entry may be difficult. But that is two days away - we have Picton and then a cruising day The captain's briefings are very interesting (channel 41 I think) but they do tend to be very cautious in setting out what may or may not happen due to the weather. We had numerous warnings about missing or being late to port but apart from 1 hour delay in the Picton arrival, the timings were managed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Big_M Posted January 16, 2017 #132 Share Posted January 16, 2017 The captain's briefings are very interesting (channel 41 I think) but they do tend to be very cautious in setting out what may or may not happen due to the weather. We had numerous warnings about missing or being late to port but apart from 1 hour delay in the Picton arrival, the timings were managed. Better to do that, then spring a negative surprise at the last minute. Generally they do want to make things go to plan, so will still work to achieve that. But if there's a risk good to pass it on so people can prepare as necessary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted January 16, 2017 #133 Share Posted January 16, 2017 Better to do that, then spring a negative surprise at the last minute. Generally they do want to make things go to plan, so will still work to achieve that. But if there's a risk good to pass it on so people can prepare as necessary. Yes, but it seems it (possible changes) upsets more people than if they actually changed the itinerary. In any case, I prefer the fore warning.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shireboi Posted January 16, 2017 #134 Share Posted January 16, 2017 welcome to Picton.... or Pictun with a Kiwi accent sun just coming out over the hill.... it's going to be a nice day the InterIslander and another has come in at the same time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare erewhon Posted January 16, 2017 #135 Share Posted January 16, 2017 We have heard that the Ovation will overnight in Port Chalmers (Dunedin) tomorrow (Wednesday). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shireboi Posted January 16, 2017 #136 Share Posted January 16, 2017 (edited) We have heard that the Ovation will overnight in Port Chalmers (Dunedin) tomorrow (Wednesday). Mmmmm Haven't 'heard /seen' from Captn Henrick on TV today - with his pointer. It would be traveling (speed wise)!to get into Dunedin for Wednesday night given we are in Picton this Tuesday. Sitting in the room - Shrek 4 is showing....... YET AGAIN this reminds me of this cruise http://www.fanpop.com/clubs/shrek/picks/show/469278/who-looks-cuter-thin-puss-boots-fat-puss-boots Edited January 16, 2017 by shireboi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted January 16, 2017 #137 Share Posted January 16, 2017 Nice pic, shireboi. There you go loop de loop.:p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwi Kruzer Posted January 16, 2017 #138 Share Posted January 16, 2017 welcome to Picton.... or Pictun with a Kiwi accent sun just coming out over the hill.... it's going to be a nice day the InterIslander and another has come in at the same time Enjoy your day in Peecton..:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted January 16, 2017 #139 Share Posted January 16, 2017 Just look at all those mutch stecks on the pear.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwi Kruzer Posted January 16, 2017 #140 Share Posted January 16, 2017 We have heard that the Ovation will overnight in Port Chalmers (Dunedin) tomorrow (Wednesday). Just checked the shipping schedule Date Vessel IMO_No Voyage Move Berth Time Agent From To 17 Jan 17 JPO Taurus 9400174 TAR141N Arrival C/T 18:00 Cosco Auckland Lyttelton 18 Jan 17 Caledonian Sky 8802870 Arrival T/U sheds 07:30 ISS-McKay Akaroa Stewart Island 18 Jan 17 JPO Taurus 9400174 TAR141N Departure C/T 15:00 Cosco Auckland Lyttelton 18 Jan 17 Ovation Of The Seas 9697753 Arrival Beach 15:30 ISS-McKay Picton Milford Sound 18 Jan 17 Caledonian Sky 8802870 Departure T/U sheds 18:30 ISS-McKay Akaroa Stewart Island 19 Jan 17 Celebrity Solstice Arrival M/P 07:00 ISS-McKay Fiordland Akaroa 19 Jan 17 Ovation Of The Seas 9697753 Departure Beach 17:00 ISS-McKay Picton Milford Sound Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare erewhon Posted January 17, 2017 #141 Share Posted January 17, 2017 Just checked the shipping schedule Date Vessel IMO_No Voyage Move Berth Time Agent From To 17 Jan 17 JPO Taurus 9400174 TAR141N Arrival C/T 18:00 Cosco Auckland Lyttelton 18 Jan 17 Caledonian Sky 8802870 Arrival T/U sheds 07:30 ISS-McKay Akaroa Stewart Island 18 Jan 17 JPO Taurus 9400174 TAR141N Departure C/T 15:00 Cosco Auckland Lyttelton 18 Jan 17 Ovation Of The Seas 9697753 Arrival Beach 15:30 ISS-McKay Picton Milford Sound 18 Jan 17 Caledonian Sky 8802870 Departure T/U sheds 18:30 ISS-McKay Akaroa Stewart Island 19 Jan 17 Celebrity Solstice Arrival M/P 07:00 ISS-McKay Fiordland Akaroa 19 Jan 17 Ovation Of The Seas 9697753 Departure Beach 17:00 ISS-McKay Picton Milford Sound Thank you for posting the amended shipping schedule for Port Otago. Our source of information is very reliable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shireboi Posted January 17, 2017 #142 Share Posted January 17, 2017 (edited) Capt Henrik is stating arrive at 4pm tomorrow - and can 'simulate' the ship using his pen on this map !!! We've had fantastic weather on this trip - a lot of hot sunny days. Nice day here in Peecton There has been plenty of baked cottage cheese near the pool :eek: :D Edited January 17, 2017 by shireboi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare erewhon Posted January 17, 2017 #143 Share Posted January 17, 2017 Be prepared for rain in Dunedin.!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Big_M Posted January 17, 2017 #144 Share Posted January 17, 2017 Yes, but it seems it (possible changes) upsets more people than if they actually changed the itinerary. In any case, I prefer the fore warning.:D There's always whingers. But I daresay there'd be more if the itinerary changed! (Look at the RCL Port Kembla visits for an example...) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted January 17, 2017 #145 Share Posted January 17, 2017 Capt Henrik is stating arrive at 4pm tomorrow - and can 'simulate' the ship using his pen on this map !!! We've had fantastic weather on this trip - a lot of hot sunny days. Nice day here in Peecton There has been plenty of baked cottage cheese near the pool :eek: :D Very cool displays, my wife cannot get enough of watching him.;) The cottage cheese doesn't sound good at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted January 17, 2017 #146 Share Posted January 17, 2017 There's always whingers. But I daresay there'd be more if the itinerary changed! (Look at the RCL Port Kembla visits for an example...) That was a wonderful change of place given the alternative was a sea day.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tina&James Posted January 17, 2017 #147 Share Posted January 17, 2017 Shereboi or others on ovation right now can. Ask when you lined up for tickets to get the tender in Bay of Islands, and what time you made it across. Have a private tour booked and worried about the timing. Your earlier post mentioned it was 30-40 minutes earlier then expected, but was hoping for a bit more info. Thanks. Can't wait to get on board on the 28th. First time to Australia and New Zealand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare erewhon Posted January 17, 2017 #148 Share Posted January 17, 2017 The overnight stay of Ovation of the Seas in Port Chalmers has made the front page of the Otago Daily Times today. The i-site will be open at the port from 4 pm to 9 pm. Tomorrow Celebrity Solstice will also be in port, Seven Seas Voyager will arrive a day early, docking after the Ovation leaves. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted January 17, 2017 #149 Share Posted January 17, 2017 The overnight stay of Ovation of the Seas in Port Chalmers has made the front page of the Otago Daily Times today.The i-site will be open at the port from 4 pm to 9 pm. Tomorrow Celebrity Solstice will also be in port, Seven Seas Voyager will arrive a day early, docking after the Ovation leaves. Busy couple of days for the locals and especially the shuttle buses to Dunedin.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roslyn01 Posted January 17, 2017 #150 Share Posted January 17, 2017 Tina&James.... you will love it! NZ is stunning & we are having a fantastic time on Ovation :) Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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