atexsix Posted August 5, 2021 #101 Share Posted August 5, 2021 8 minutes ago, garlictown said: I am really out of the loop.....changes for HAL Alaska sailings?🤔🙃 Thanks, Katie P.S. ...will miss Maui....😎 I have something similar on my computer wallpaper, it's one of those resorts with cabanas built over the water on pier blocks, Fiji maybe? To heck with the cruise, I'd be fine with a week at that place! Especially if nobody else is there, ever notice beach photos are always deserted? 8 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasick Sailor Posted August 5, 2021 #102 Share Posted August 5, 2021 43 minutes ago, richwmn said: With the changes announced yesterday I cancelled my Sep 4th Alaska cruise. With a little more notice, I might have done differently, but today I got 100% back as FCC, tomorrow nothing. Darn Rich. Sorry about that. As I understand it currently the pre testing requirement is just through Oct 31st. Hoping it's back to normal for our Holiday cruise (with you) in December. 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare richwmn Posted August 5, 2021 Author #103 Share Posted August 5, 2021 3 minutes ago, Seasick Sailor said: Darn Rich. Sorry about that. As I understand it currently the pre testing requirement is just through Oct 31st. Hoping it's back to normal for our Holiday cruise (with you) in December. Still hoping for that one, but there are a lot of differences. If I need to I can drive to Fort Lauderdale so I have more options. 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XBGuy Posted August 5, 2021 #104 Share Posted August 5, 2021 Oyster story in honor of the day. In September 2019 we took the Los Angeles-Alaska roundtrip on the Royal Princess. We'd never benn on that ship, and we were pleased to see that it had a Seafood Bar overlooking the Piazza. Then we became even more excited when we saw a menu--among the offerings was Oysters on the Half-Shell. Oysters on the Half-Shell are a big favorite of the XBGuys. Our plan was to visit this seafood bar on sailaway day, but that plan fell apart. No big deal. On the next afternoon, we dropped by and found a table. Soon enough a server came by and I ordered a bottle of Albarino, which I think goes very nicely with seafood in general and shellfish in particular. Mrs. XBGuy asked the server, "Where are your oysters from?: "Texas," came the reply. "Uh oh," I thought. I tried to ameliorate the situation. "There is an 'r' in 'September.'" No dice. Mrs. XBGuy will not eat warm-water oysters. She could not believe that on a West Coast cruise, they were serving oysters from the Caribbean. As you might imagine we were able to find an alternate selection to accompany our wine, Talk about First World Problems. Epilog. We were subsequently able to get oysters in both Ketchikan and Skagway. Regular "Daily" readers who are aware of my wine snobbery know that we had fermented grape juice on both those occasions. As I recall we had a very nice Groth Sauvignon Blanc at the Ketchikan restaurant. In Skagway we had a very interesting sparkler from Oregon 18 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quartzsite Cruiser Posted August 5, 2021 #105 Share Posted August 5, 2021 29 minutes ago, bobpatj said: I haven’t had much time to get to the Daily for a while. We arrived in Seattle on Monday afternoon and have been enjoying our days with our son and family. Our daughter and son-in-law arrived last night. Our 60th Anniversary is today, and will celebrate in our son’s backyard, with the addition of our nephew and his wife! The weather is perfect. Hoping all works out for our cruise on Saturday. So far, we’ll still be onboard. HAPPY 60th ANNIVERSARY! 🥂 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StLouisCruisers Posted August 5, 2021 #106 Share Posted August 5, 2021 31 minutes ago, bobpatj said: I haven’t had much time to get to the Daily for a while. We arrived in Seattle on Monday afternoon and have been enjoying our days with our son and family. Our daughter and son-in-law arrived last night. Our 60th Anniversary is today, and will celebrate in our son’s backyard, with the addition of our nephew and his wife! The weather is perfect. Hoping all works out for our cruise on Saturday. So far, we’ll still be onboard. Happy 60th! That's just fantastic! Glad you could celebrate with the family. 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quartzsite Cruiser Posted August 5, 2021 #107 Share Posted August 5, 2021 56 minutes ago, richwmn said: With the changes announced yesterday I cancelled my Sep 4th Alaska cruise. With a little more notice, I might have done differently, but today I got 100% back as FCC, tomorrow nothing. Sorry you had to cancel your cruise. 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quartzsite Cruiser Posted August 5, 2021 #108 Share Posted August 5, 2021 31 minutes ago, kb4683 said: Good afternoon, everyone! My goodness, so much going on here! Love hearing the positives, but those posters with issues are certainly outweighing them. ☹️ I just finished “working like a dog” in the kitchen…making banana pudding (from scratch, and my first time 🙃) for DH’s birthday tomorrow. I usually bake him a rhubarb pie, but he’s been slyly mentioning banana pudding for the past month or so. Here in Florida you have to get your rhubarb frozen. Love oysters steamed, grilled or Rockefeller — forget raw! These are the Rockefeller’s we made for this past NYE. I have noticed that I have to refresh my iPad screen whenever I get the message that I can’t “like” a post. On my tablet refreshing doesn't help. Not sure if this is a fix for the tablet, but after I clicked in a poster's post count then returned to the posts, the like button started working again. The gremlins are having fun playing with us. Lenda 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cat shepard Posted August 5, 2021 #109 Share Posted August 5, 2021 38 minutes ago, bobpatj said: I haven’t had much time to get to the Daily for a while. We arrived in Seattle on Monday afternoon and have been enjoying our days with our son and family. Our daughter and son-in-law arrived last night. Our 60th Anniversary is today, and will celebrate in our son’s backyard, with the addition of our nephew and his wife! The weather is perfect. Hoping all works out for our cruise on Saturday. So far, we’ll still be onboard. Happy 60th! Wow! Just Wow! 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JazzyV Posted August 5, 2021 #110 Share Posted August 5, 2021 52 minutes ago, bobpatj said: I haven’t had much time to get to the Daily for a while. We arrived in Seattle on Monday afternoon and have been enjoying our days with our son and family. Our daughter and son-in-law arrived last night. Our 60th Anniversary is today, and will celebrate in our son’s backyard, with the addition of our nephew and his wife! The weather is perfect. Hoping all works out for our cruise on Saturday. So far, we’ll still be onboard. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!! 1 hour ago, richwmn said: With the changes announced yesterday I cancelled my Sep 4th Alaska cruise. With a little more notice, I might have done differently, but today I got 100% back as FCC, tomorrow nothing. Too bad, but understandable. 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grapau27 Posted August 5, 2021 #111 Share Posted August 5, 2021 52 minutes ago, bobpatj said: I haven’t had much time to get to the Daily for a while. We arrived in Seattle on Monday afternoon and have been enjoying our days with our son and family. Our daughter and son-in-law arrived last night. Our 60th Anniversary is today, and will celebrate in our son’s backyard, with the addition of our nephew and his wife! The weather is perfect. Hoping all works out for our cruise on Saturday. So far, we’ll still be onboard. Congratulations on your 60th wedding anniversary. Hope your cruise on Saturday is amazing. Graham. 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruising-along Posted August 5, 2021 #112 Share Posted August 5, 2021 1 hour ago, richwmn said: With the changes announced yesterday I cancelled my Sep 4th Alaska cruise. With a little more notice, I might have done differently, but today I got 100% back as FCC, tomorrow nothing. Like I've already told you, we'll miss seeing you in Seattle before your cruise. 😞 But one thing for certain, "the gang" will sail together again! 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruzn single Posted August 5, 2021 #113 Share Posted August 5, 2021 Good afternoon, fellow Dailyites! Just spent the morning trying to figure out where I could get my COVID PCR test locally and have results prior to boarding NA. Walgreens was a “no go” so then I started scrambling. Then, easiest of all- the local Health Dept. has results in 24-36 hours. So happy to see Miss Camilla doing her wave. She is so beautiful and, of course, so loved. Prayers for those in various health crises. I can so relate to the problems that Tana is facing, after watching my DH for so long. This is our third day of intense smoke. At least we have found out the origin. My thoughts and prayers for those in California, Oregon and Washington. Wishing that your fires could be controlled! I woke up at 2:30 am and couldn’t get back to sleep for a couple of hours, so I think a nap is in order. Does that count as working like a dog? Have a wonderful rest of the day. Happy Anniversary to those celebrating! 15 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aliaschief Posted August 5, 2021 #114 Share Posted August 5, 2021 2 hours ago, atexsix said: Good Morning, A bit late today, this latest covid testing requirement has everybody scrambling. We're just going to roll with it. Try and get appointments and hope for the best. If we can't sail it's not the end of the world, I've always felt it would be a 50/50 chance anyway. We can always do a couple of local trips like we did last year if we can't. The important thing is avoiding the virus and staying healthy. And there are other things to look forward to, like Fall, and the holiday season! It's cooled down this morning but the smell from the wildfire smoke is so bad I had to close the windows. Forecasts continue to predict rain and now it's not so much getting moisture as it is clearing out the air. Not sure how long we'll benefit, the heat will be returning next week. The upside are that the days are gradually shortening, summer will be forced out at some point. Underwear has a very interesting history, probably not appropriate for the daily, but it was a good read on Wikipedia. They were once referred to as "unmentionables". Blessings, thoughts, and prayers to those that need them. Thanks to all the listers! Have a great day! Check with Urgent Care Clinics I got one a few months ago and it was quick and a lot cheaper than the one I received at CVS. 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamaofami Posted August 5, 2021 #115 Share Posted August 5, 2021 8 hours ago, smitty34877 said: A very good morning to everyone and thanks so much for the Daily. I am so glad that underwear has it's own day. I love oysters and would work like a dog if I could be like Fred.He seems to enjoy his life and is always curious. Yesterday we sat on the front steps and watched the Con Edison workers dig up a section of the street. Very entertaining. I promise not to bore people with endless baby pictures but I had to have one with Miss Camilla in the arms of her Great Grandma yesterday. Things seem to be going well so we are all breathing a sign of relief. Tana remains in the hospital and can now have no visitors. We face time her during dinner so that she can see her son and the dog who sits under the table when we eat. She is on oxygen and IV antibiotics again. Have a very good day everyone and thanks again for the support. Terry where are those pictures? I don't see them. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare kazu Posted August 5, 2021 #116 Share Posted August 5, 2021 1 hour ago, richwmn said: With the changes announced yesterday I cancelled my Sep 4th Alaska cruise. With a little more notice, I might have done differently, but today I got 100% back as FCC, tomorrow nothing. That’s a shame Rich. I know what you are talking about with the FCC, but, FWIW, HAL should be doing something more and extending the Cruise with Confidence timeline with the changes that are happening right now so people could hang in and figure things out. JMO. 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare kazu Posted August 5, 2021 #117 Share Posted August 5, 2021 1 hour ago, Vict0riann said: Too bad, you'd think they would make some adjustments to that because of the sudden changes that have been made to the sailings. OMG echo. I said the same thing when Rich posted. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aliaschief Posted August 5, 2021 #118 Share Posted August 5, 2021 11 minutes ago, aliaschief said: Check with Urgent Care Clinics I got one a few months ago and it was quick and a lot cheaper than the one I received at CVS. Forgot to mention I walked out with a certified negative Covid certificate and the whole process took 30 minutes. 11 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Crazy For Cats Posted August 5, 2021 #119 Share Posted August 5, 2021 Good Afternoon, apparently I caught a bug from DH on this cruise. I found a nice ring downtown and at his urging I bought it. While waiting for the ring to be sized we grabbed lunch. I tried an elk burger at 108 Tap House in Ketchikan. It was very good, DH got a regular burger. Talking with some of the shop owners makes me feel sad. Many are struggling to stay open so their are deals to be had. Let's hope things improve for next year. 14 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare kazu Posted August 5, 2021 #120 Share Posted August 5, 2021 1 hour ago, bobpatj said: I haven’t had much time to get to the Daily for a while. We arrived in Seattle on Monday afternoon and have been enjoying our days with our son and family. Our daughter and son-in-law arrived last night. Our 60th Anniversary is today, and will celebrate in our son’s backyard, with the addition of our nephew and his wife! The weather is perfect. Hoping all works out for our cruise on Saturday. So far, we’ll still be onboard. Wow~ 60 years! Happy Anniversary 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atexsix Posted August 5, 2021 #121 Share Posted August 5, 2021 15 minutes ago, aliaschief said: Check with Urgent Care Clinics I got one a few months ago and it was quick and a lot cheaper than the one I received at CVS. Thanks, I will. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare kazu Posted August 5, 2021 #122 Share Posted August 5, 2021 4 minutes ago, Crazy For Cats said: Good Afternoon, apparently I caught a bug from DH on this cruise. I found a nice ring downtown and at his urging I bought it. While waiting for the ring to be sized we grabbed lunch. I tried an elk burger at 108 Tap House in Ketchikan. It was very good, DH got a regular burger. Talking with some of the shop owners makes me feel sad. Many are struggling to stay open so their are deals to be had. Let's hope things improve for next year. Yay on the new ring and the elk burger 👍 I can believe the struggle that the shop owners are facing 😔 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atexsix Posted August 5, 2021 #123 Share Posted August 5, 2021 HAL's announcement generated so much chaos that the daily was half way down the list, that hardly ever happens lol. 3 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cunnorl Posted August 5, 2021 #124 Share Posted August 5, 2021 @bobpatjHappy Anniversary! It is our anniversary also but we are newlyweds compared to you! Have a wonderful cruise. Thanks everyone for all the well wishes. It makes me happy to have such great CC friends. 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sailingdutchy Posted August 5, 2021 #125 Share Posted August 5, 2021 1 hour ago, bobpatj said: I haven’t had much time to get to the Daily for a while. We arrived in Seattle on Monday afternoon and have been enjoying our days with our son and family. Our daughter and son-in-law arrived last night. Our 60th Anniversary is today, and will celebrate in our son’s backyard, with the addition of our nephew and his wife! The weather is perfect. Hoping all works out for our cruise on Saturday. So far, we’ll still be onboard. Forgive me for posting your picture Pat and Bob @bobpatj but I thought this is most appropriate . Happy 60th Anniversary ! And many , many more ! Martha and Tony .😄😄 20 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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