ms Amsterdam Port Everglades Sail-Away Jan 4, 2018

[Scrapnana]

Checked in and waiting to board. Being two star was faster. I was sent right up to the counter while the 4-5 star line had about 20 people. The Captain and Orlando Ashford greeted us as we came in. The TA I use had us here before anyone else.

 

In transit folks just let back on. The lady who is showing us to our seats says boarding is scheduled to begin at noon but she hoped it would be sooner. This place will be packed in another 15 minutes.

[Scrapnana]

President’s Club now boarding.

[Scrapnana]

Rows being called.

[Happily@Sea]

If I wasn't already sitting on a DAM ship, I would be so jealous - well, I am anyway. Darn it. :D

 

Carole

[Scrapnana]

In my cabin

 

 

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[Happily@Sea]

In my cabin

 

 

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You have one of the front-facing cabins, right? I'm trying to remember from one of the Juneau sail-ins. Looks great - 2 windows!!

[travelnap]

Kathi, It looks like you will have great view of every port that you sail into with that front facing cabin. Have a great trip and I look forward to following your thread.

[EeyoreFan1967]

AMAZING CABIN, Kathi! I'm following all the blogs, so excited for you all!

 

BON VOYAGE!

[Scrapnana]

I have accomplished something I have never done before on any cruise. One of my FedEx bags was delivered while I was at lunch. I have unpacked the entire bag and it is under the bed!

 

I can't imagine having two in this cabin. Closet space is much less than I am used to. I will post pics on my blog. With the slanted front a tall person would be permanently bent over. :eek: Sometimes being short is an advantage!

[Cruizer Bill]

What a wonderful experience this cruise will be! Here's to you all - good health, calm seas and fair winds. Have the best time of your lives!

[POA1]

The Amsterdam will be at pier 26 and has a late (and likely silent) departure at 20:00/8:00 PM EST as she sets sail for a 113-Day Grand World Voyage

 

If by "silent", you mean that I'll be firing air horn blasts for Scrapnana, then sure. Absolutely!

[Boytjie]

If by "silent", you mean that I'll be firing air horn blasts for Scrapnana, then sure. Absolutely!

 

There goes the neighborhood!

[*Miss G*]

In my cabin

 

 

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Whoooo! Super cute and cozy! Love that you have two windows facing forward. Welcome to your new home!

[rafinmd]

Flight about a half hour late but now sitting in 17th street Panera having lunch. Got a glimpse of the Amsterdam as I landed. Scrapnana was already in her cabin by then.

 

Roy

[*Miss G*]

At BWI. Board in 45 minutes. Flight showing “On time”.

 

Roy

 

Oh wow. I thought you were already there! By your radio silence I'm guessing you made it out. Hope you didn't have a bumpy ride!

[Scrapnana]

Flight about a half hour late but now sitting in 17th street Panera having lunch. Got a glimpse of the Amsterdam as I landed. Scrapnana was already in her cabin by then.

 

 

 

Roy

 

 

 

Glad you made it without too much weather interference! They have great wifi at that Panera (not to mention the food). I spent about three hours there back in 2014.

 

 

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[Scrapnana]

Views from my windows.

 

 

 

Now headed out to do some more exploring and find my muster station.

 

 

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[luvcruisn']

Wishing a wonderful voyage to all on the HAL world cruise and to Roy on Crystal.

[sailingdutchy]

To everybody on this wonderful World Cruise Bon Voyage and a shout out to our friends Bernd and Mieke have a great cruise see you guys in May ! :D

Tony:D

[ski ww]

I'll miss the 20:00 sail away so I'll say Bon Voyage, fair winds & smooth seas. Have a wonderful cruise, looking forward to reading the many blogs and hopefully some great pictures.

Allan

[erewhon]

Scrapnana,

Sending Best wishes for a safe, healthy and memorable cruise.

[Himself]

I will try and be here for the sail away

[Love the beach]

Views from my windows.

 

 

 

Now headed out to do some more exploring and find my muster station.

 

 

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Awesome! You will have wonderful views! Enjoy!

[Scrapnana]

Muster drill seemed to go on forever. Read my blog to see how I was a bad girl.

 

Independence departed as the drill was finishing up. Got to watch her sail out of the channel. Her toots seemed even deeper than on the webcam.

[rafinmd]

Missed Indy running errands. Scrapnana is supposed to call my cell when she gets a good feel for Amsterdam's actual departure time.

 

Roy