Rare mking8288 Posted May 5, 2017 Author #126 Share Posted May 5, 2017 Good morning all, internet is slow but work so just a quick update w few minutes airtime left. About 360 nm to sail, should arrive NYC on time or early. Large sea states of 11.5 ft. waves since last night & rain today. Lots more uploads & pix to share, please wait till we get back, shows are great & crew are great, but for 1. via Nexus 5X on Nougat 7.1.2 using Tapatalk, VPN secured. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jblackler Posted May 5, 2017 #127 Share Posted May 5, 2017 This post has been very informative . We are sailing on may 13th and can't wait Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dexddd Posted May 5, 2017 #128 Share Posted May 5, 2017 Today the weather seems to be going downhill a bit - this morning seas didn't look too bad but a bit overcast. Mid-afternoon it looks like calm seas still but foggy. Lots of rain headed to NYC. Welcome home Mking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lockone Posted May 5, 2017 #129 Share Posted May 5, 2017 Your posts got me very excited for our upcoming trip, thanks so much for taking the time!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mking8288 Posted May 6, 2017 Author #130 Share Posted May 6, 2017 Rise n shine, need the fog lights. Almost home, less than 1 hour to pier 88, already passed the VZB, still doing 16 know. Gotta be out of our cabins by 8 AM. Time for breakfast. Ship is going to be early & on time for the next run. via Nexus 5X on Nougat 7.1.2 using Tapatalk, VPN secured. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mking8288 Posted May 6, 2017 Author #131 Share Posted May 6, 2017 Time for uploading a few quick ones. via Nexus 5X on Nougat 7.1.2 using Tapatalk, VPN secured. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mking8288 Posted May 6, 2017 Author #132 Share Posted May 6, 2017 Day 7's Dailies via Nexus 5X on Nougat 7.1.2 using Tapatalk, VPN secured. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mking8288 Posted May 6, 2017 Author #133 Share Posted May 6, 2017 Shows, we loved it & recommend. Regardless of weather, 12 ft. large waves are nothing to us. via Nexus 5X on Nougat 7.1.2 using Tapatalk, VPN secured. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mking8288 Posted May 6, 2017 Author #134 Share Posted May 6, 2017 Pool deck was quite full on sea days, deck 13 still has plenty of loungers so not a big challenge ... just wall to wall, people. BBQ is very popular. via Nexus 5X on Nougat 7.1.2 using Tapatalk, VPN secured. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biker@sea Posted May 6, 2017 #135 Share Posted May 6, 2017 Thank's for the review.:cool: It's been fun. :D . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meatball_nyc Posted May 6, 2017 #136 Share Posted May 6, 2017 Welcome home mking. Thanks for taking us along with you. Looking forward to the finish. Good thing you were at sea yesterday. We had over 2 inches of rain here. Streets looked like rivers all afternoon. I need to sail the Gem very soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LiLBxQt Posted May 6, 2017 #137 Share Posted May 6, 2017 Thank you so much for your review!! I'm totally ready to board that ship [emoji568] ... T-14 days [emoji51] Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mking8288 Posted May 6, 2017 Author #138 Share Posted May 6, 2017 Ship cleared at 7:40 to start walking, we use VIP escort and inside customs hall at 8:45, porter line for faster checkout and across 48 St, in Carmel car service 20 minutes later & heading home. Yesterday was all indoors with 12.5' waves. via Nexus 5X on Nougat 7.1.2 using Tapatalk, VPN secured. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mking8288 Posted May 6, 2017 Author #139 Share Posted May 6, 2017 Morning tradition, MDR breakfast before our goodbye. The Gem Mermaid. via Nexus 5X on Nougat 7.1.2 using Tapatalk, VPN secured. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvbeaches5 Posted May 6, 2017 #140 Share Posted May 6, 2017 Outstanding trip report!! Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mking8288 Posted May 6, 2017 Author #141 Share Posted May 6, 2017 Food pix again, MDR menu on Day 4 Mushroom Soup, Shrimp burger, Linguine w clams. via Nexus 5X on Nougat 7.1.2 using Tapatalk, VPN secured. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mking8288 Posted May 6, 2017 Author #142 Share Posted May 6, 2017 Day 4 - desserts w pictures; plus more treats from the Concierge. via Nexus 5X on Nougat 7.1.2 using Tapatalk, VPN secured. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mking8288 Posted May 6, 2017 Author #143 Share Posted May 6, 2017 Blazing Boots in the Stardust, dancers with plenty of energy. Go see it. A little action inside you know where Mrs. M hanged out. Packed with players, smoke & odors pretty bad. Day 5, early breakfast at O'Sheehan's. Menu w simple choices, before we do the Platinum BTS tour. via Nexus 5X on Nougat 7.1.2 using Tapatalk, VPN secured. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vitamin_Sea Posted May 6, 2017 #144 Share Posted May 6, 2017 Nice,,, we are doing this one 6/3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mking8288 Posted May 6, 2017 Author #145 Share Posted May 6, 2017 Oops, those menu & pix from day 5. Day 6 was a great sea day, beautiful weather at the Great outdoors. Waves at 5 ft. & cruising at 16 kt. White space on the deck plan, those are crew only stairs. via Nexus 5X on Nougat 7.1.2 using Tapatalk, VPN secured. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mking8288 Posted May 6, 2017 Author #146 Share Posted May 6, 2017 (edited) Freshly squeezed juice at the Garden Cafe. Mini Golf - Driving Range. Rock climbing wall. via Nexus 5X on Nougat 7.1.2 using Tapatalk, VPN secured. Edited May 6, 2017 by mking8288 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mking8288 Posted May 6, 2017 Author #147 Share Posted May 6, 2017 (edited) Scrolling into Grand Pacific MDR for lunch, same menu choices, no rotation but the Cajan Shrimp Salad & Crab Salad on Potatoe Skin is good. Tuna Sandwich, Lamb, and Fish & Chips, not forgetting Cheesecake. Tips: unlike the buffet, it's always packed - this is our hideaway especially for breakfast & lunch, food comes out hot - as the kitchen is nearby & a short walk for the servers. Portions are just right and you can always order extra appetiziers or entrees (and to share). More comments when I get time to upload our Behind The Scene Tour w. pictures ... and how things compared to the Breakaway BTS Tour. Oh dear, it's 12:15 and we are hungry. Aren't you ... after looking at these images. via Nexus 5X on Nougat 7.1.2 using Tapatalk, VPN secured. Edited May 6, 2017 by mking8288 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mking8288 Posted May 6, 2017 Author #148 Share Posted May 6, 2017 (edited) More lunch choices - Bacon wrapped Meatloaf ... sauce is too salty, IMO. Grilled Cajan Grouper Sandwich ... good as a lighter meal. Our complimentary Platinum laundry - send out on morning of Day 5 & came back early afternoon on Day 6, ready to be repacked for another trip again. Fill out the itemized slip for inventory & enclosed the coupon (additional coupon for other Platinum members can be obtained at the Latitude Desk in the atrium lobby). Had a minor incident (service issues) in the MDR earlier and brought that to the attention of senior officer, note sent our stateroom w. bottle of wine & plate of chocolate strawberries. NCL do read & follow our posts and comments - and, it's better to address matters while we are still onboard than for them to read about the details here on CC ... and the chance to get it right. Much appreciated & acknowledged - no need to get into the details ... via Nexus 5X on Nougat 7.1.2 using Tapatalk, VPN secured. Edited May 6, 2017 by mking8288 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mking8288 Posted May 6, 2017 Author #149 Share Posted May 6, 2017 (edited) Day 6 (Sea Day) - Dinner Menu for MDR we cruised all day around 16 kt. and about 275+ nm off the East Coast in the North Atlantic ... seas are calm, a little windy. Forecast for Friday wasn't so good & turning colder. O'Sheehan's serving the Seafood Basket as the special today ... didn't get a chance to eat there or check it out. via Nexus 5X on Nougat 7.1.2 using Tapatalk, VPN secured. Edited May 6, 2017 by mking8288 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mking8288 Posted May 6, 2017 Author #150 Share Posted May 6, 2017 (edited) Continuation of Day 6's MDR menu & pix. Is it really necessary to "upgrade" to the specialty dining options - IMO - not at all, food is good enough & generous in portion size for 7 of us. "Big" eaters seemed to at the buffet since it's AYCE ... where at times, it's difficult to find a table. Secret is go toward the back with the "Outdoors" and/or go to La Cucina for extra seating during the day. via Nexus 5X on Nougat 7.1.2 using Tapatalk, VPN secured. Edited May 6, 2017 by mking8288 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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