Lem_On_Ade Posted February 16, 2022 #76 Share Posted February 16, 2022 Thank you! We made the mistake of sailing on the Sunshine over spring break in 2016 and I can confirm we never want to step foot on that ship again. It was a crowded nightmare. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcgore83 Posted February 16, 2022 #77 Share Posted February 16, 2022 Great review! Thank you for sharing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brilliantseas Posted February 16, 2022 Author #78 Share Posted February 16, 2022 Back onboard Carnival Sunshine for departure from Amber Cove. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brilliantseas Posted February 16, 2022 Author #79 Share Posted February 16, 2022 Time for a chicken wrap from the deli and I am very pleased to say that the REAL fresh cut fries at Guy's Burger Joint returned on day 2 and have been available every day since. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brilliantseas Posted February 16, 2022 Author #80 Share Posted February 16, 2022 Watching Holland America Nieuw Amsterdam pull away from Amber Cove ahead of us. The view from the Grand Scenic Oceanview room is nothing short of amazing. I now prefer this room over any type of balcony, including the aft extended balcony I had on Horizon a few years ago. Snapchat-1668862893.mp4 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brilliantseas Posted February 16, 2022 Author #81 Share Posted February 16, 2022 Sunset after departing Amber Cove 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brilliantseas Posted February 17, 2022 Author #82 Share Posted February 17, 2022 Vintage Pop was the Playlist Productions show upon departure from Amber Cove. The best way to describe it is "unique." The show blends songs and styles of the 1920s with new music from the 2010s and 2020s. I'm not sure if it is one I would be in a hurry to repeat, but I did appreciate the live music of the Sunrise Band incorporated into the show. The downside to using the Sunrise Band in the Playlist Productions show is that it left the vocalists from the band performing in the Red Frog Pub with only an acoustic guitar. The result was underwhelming compared to seeing the same group perform with the full band in Red Frog. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brilliantseas Posted February 17, 2022 Author #83 Share Posted February 17, 2022 Since the Super Bowl fell on our Sea Day and Valentines Day was the following day, Carnival flip-flopped the MDR menus and Elegant Night. Unfortunately, I forgot to screen shot the menus. Blackened Pork Tart was delicious! I highly recommend this appetizer. It is on the first formal night menu on the 7-and-8-night cruises as well. Shrimp Cocktail Spaghetti Carbonara. I'm not sure this item belongs on the Elegant Night menu. GF said it was just okay. Grilled shrimp with lemon cream sauce and mixed vegetables. I preferred the old version of this dish without the cream sauce and with the mustard potatoes instead of the mixed vegetables. Creme Brulee. They've removed the berries from the top. Otherwise, good as always. GF had the warm chocolate melting cake. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peteandpris Posted February 17, 2022 #84 Share Posted February 17, 2022 Good review thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brilliantseas Posted February 17, 2022 Author #85 Share Posted February 17, 2022 Waking up to views of Grand Turk and towel animals taking over the Lido Deck. Lido Marketplace breakfast of a ham, spinach, and cheese omelet with blueberry french toast, bacon, roasted potatoes, a cinnamon roll, and yogurt. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brilliantseas Posted February 17, 2022 Author #86 Share Posted February 17, 2022 Beautiful day to be in Grand Turk! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brilliantseas Posted February 17, 2022 Author #87 Share Posted February 17, 2022 Beautiful turquoise waters in Grand Turk 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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brilliantseas Posted February 18, 2022 Author #89 Share Posted February 18, 2022 Quick visit to Jack's Shack. The local amber ale is highly recommended. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ninjacat123 Posted February 18, 2022 #90 Share Posted February 18, 2022 37 minutes ago, brilliantseas said: Quick visit to Jack's Shack. The local amber ale is highly recommended. Love Jack's Shack! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brilliantseas Posted February 18, 2022 Author #91 Share Posted February 18, 2022 After Jack's Shack, we spent some time at the beach and at the Margaritaville pool. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brilliantseas Posted February 18, 2022 Author #92 Share Posted February 18, 2022 If you try one of the frozen cocktails at Margaritaville, we both recommend the Electric Lemonade. It was not as expected, but very good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brilliantseas Posted February 18, 2022 Author #93 Share Posted February 18, 2022 My view for the afternoon. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brilliantseas Posted February 18, 2022 Author #94 Share Posted February 18, 2022 It is worth noting that the area closest to the pier and Margaritaville has hundreds of free lounge chairs, as well as a roped and buoyed swimming area. If you travel further down the beach to where there are different colors of umbrellas and lounge chairs, you will be charged for the chair and umbrella. Many of the chairs in this section of the beach appear to be old cruise line loungers that were spray painted by their new owners. I'd personally stick to the free area. I was disappointed to see drug deals and a lot of marijuana smoking in the area of the beach controlled by the cruise terminal. The dealers are easy to spot with their fanny packs slung across their chest. Security was present, but seem to be friends with the dealers. One of the security guards stopped by for a chat and a fist bump with one of the dealers. I wouldn't say that it felt like an unsafe area, only that you're likely to smell the pot smokers at least once while you're lounging on the otherwise beautiful beach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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