Ryalie1 Posted May 11, 2022 #426 Share Posted May 11, 2022 Just now, jrapps said: For those on the Ovation now, is it better to have a balcony room on the port or starboard side? We are going next year, deciding what room to book. Thanks Lovely sunrises on the starboard side for the first few days. But as we go north and then south, I don't think it would matter - the port side should be getting the sunrises now. The Endicott Arm you go up then down so again, equal views from both sides of the ship. Good number of whales on the starboard side in the first few days, but I assume no difference on the other side 🙂 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aquahound Posted May 11, 2022 #427 Share Posted May 11, 2022 8 hours ago, crzndeb said: @graphicguyI got a call Northstar was cancelled. He said technical issues. I can honestly say, I haven’t seen it up at all on this whole cruise, so I’m not sure it is functional at all. That was my 3rd cancellation, so I’m hoping for success on my B3B out of Sydney next March. 😉 I was afraid of that. They had a lot of problems with it during the shakedown cruise. People got stuck in it a couple times. 8 hours ago, graphicguy said: Quick question for those who are familiar with SEA…..just got an email asking if I wanted to schedule an appointment for TSA Spot Saver? Is TSA THAT BACKED UP in SEA? Plus, they will only hold the spot for 15 mins. Little dicey given how difficult it is to predict disembarkation times and luggage retrieval. Never heard of this. Comments! Since I live here and travel a lot, I (unfortunately) frequent SEA. Yes, during the summer months, especially on days cruise ships are in town, the TSA lines can get unbelievably long. I've seen waits over an hour. I'm sorry to say I really dislike this airport. They are expanding though and it should get better in the coming years. Another headache is the probable Alaska Airlines strike. Hope this doesn't impact you. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeattleAl Posted May 11, 2022 #428 Share Posted May 11, 2022 37 minutes ago, Aquahound said: I was afraid of that. They had a lot of problems with it during the shakedown cruise. People got stuck in it a couple times. Since I live here and travel a lot, I (unfortunately) frequent SEA. Yes, during the summer months, especially on days cruise ships are in town, the TSA lines can get unbelievably long. I've seen waits over an hour. I'm sorry to say I really dislike this airport. They are expanding though and it should get better in the coming years. Another headache is the probable Alaska Airlines strike. Hope this doesn't impact you. They will be voting all of May for a strike authorization. Any strike would be after that. There are some delays and cancellations, a very small percentage. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare graphicguy Posted May 11, 2022 Author #429 Share Posted May 11, 2022 1 hour ago, Ryalie1 said: Lovely sunrises on the starboard side for the first few days. But as we go north and then south, I don't think it would matter - the port side should be getting the sunrises now. The Endicott Arm you go up then down so again, equal views from both sides of the ship. Good number of whales on the starboard side in the first few days, but I assume no difference on the other side 🙂 Even rainy days look good…. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare graphicguy Posted May 11, 2022 Author #430 Share Posted May 11, 2022 (edited) When the towel animal is unidentifiable in addition to being larger than the towel bears… Edited May 11, 2022 by graphicguy 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare bobmacliberty Posted May 11, 2022 #431 Share Posted May 11, 2022 10 hours ago, Ryalie1 said: Beautiful picture! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare graphicguy Posted May 11, 2022 Author #432 Share Posted May 11, 2022 Wonderland dinner…. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare graphicguy Posted May 11, 2022 Author #433 Share Posted May 11, 2022 More…. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare graphicguy Posted May 11, 2022 Author #434 Share Posted May 11, 2022 (edited) More…for those unfamiliar, you use a wetted paint brush to reveal the menu…. Edited May 11, 2022 by graphicguy 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lorey2007 Posted May 11, 2022 #435 Share Posted May 11, 2022 Do you stop at Victoria tomorrow? If so what time? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helen haywood Posted May 11, 2022 #436 Share Posted May 11, 2022 11 hours ago, graphicguy said: When the towel animal is unidentifiable in addition to being larger than the towel bears… A whirlpool? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerseygirl629 Posted May 11, 2022 #437 Share Posted May 11, 2022 Was it hard to get a Wonderland reservation? We have the UDP and I'm so anxious about not being able to get all the reservations we want. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare graphicguy Posted May 11, 2022 Author #438 Share Posted May 11, 2022 28 minutes ago, Lorey2007 said: Do you stop at Victoria tomorrow? If so what time? Nope…steaming back to the lower 48…. 😞 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare graphicguy Posted May 11, 2022 Author #439 Share Posted May 11, 2022 2 minutes ago, jerseygirl629 said: Was it hard to get a Wonderland reservation? We have the UDP and I'm so anxious about not being able to get all the reservations we want. Not really! But, I made all specialty dining reservations (3) the first day! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerseygirl629 Posted May 11, 2022 #440 Share Posted May 11, 2022 Just now, graphicguy said: Not really! But, I made all specialty dining reservations (3) the first day! That's what I am hoping to do for our entire cruise 🙂 Thank you! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare graphicguy Posted May 11, 2022 Author #441 Share Posted May 11, 2022 Only thing on the agenda today is a Hold’em Tournament. Aside for the slot pull on the first day, I’ve been so busy I haven’t been in the casino. Color me shocked!!!!😲 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare graphicguy Posted May 11, 2022 Author #442 Share Posted May 11, 2022 (edited) 2 minutes ago, jerseygirl629 said: That's what I am hoping to do for our entire cruise 🙂 Thank you! I think you’ll be fine! 🙂 I had one of the earliest embarkation times, so that probably helped! Edited May 11, 2022 by graphicguy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crzndeb Posted May 11, 2022 #443 Share Posted May 11, 2022 31 minutes ago, Lorey2007 said: Do you stop at Victoria tomorrow? If so what time? We embarked in Vancouver. No need to stop in Victoria. This was unique 8 day sailing, the only leg left, that should have originated in Sydney. It left from Vancouver because it was originally coming from Hawaii, before those legs were cancelled. The round trips from Seattle will stop in Victoria. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryalie1 Posted May 11, 2022 #444 Share Posted May 11, 2022 Has anyone seen any whales from the ship? We saw 23 on day 2, mostly in the morning, and then 9 in the morning on day 3 before arriving in Sitka. But nothing since - anything out there? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Ozark_Kid Posted May 11, 2022 #445 Share Posted May 11, 2022 5 hours ago, graphicguy said: More…. We have been to Wonderland are last two cruises but have never seen the above. What is it? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare graphicguy Posted May 11, 2022 Author #446 Share Posted May 11, 2022 10 minutes ago, Ryalie1 said: Has anyone seen any whales from the ship? We saw 23 on day 2, mostly in the morning, and then 9 in the morning on day 3 before arriving in Sitka. But nothing since - anything out there? Saw a bunch day 2 and 3, but like you, none since then. Did see the Northern lights last night off my balcony. Very Cool! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare graphicguy Posted May 11, 2022 Author #447 Share Posted May 11, 2022 3 minutes ago, Ozark_Kid said: We have been to Wonderland are last two cruises but have never seen the above. What is it? Halibut cooked in paper with mushroom and potato purée. It was fantastic! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryalie1 Posted May 11, 2022 #448 Share Posted May 11, 2022 Just now, graphicguy said: Saw a bunch day 2 and 3, but like you, none since then. Did see the Northern lights last night off my balcony. Very Cool! Wow that's amazing. Didn't know you could see them from here/this time of year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Ozark_Kid Posted May 11, 2022 #449 Share Posted May 11, 2022 19 minutes ago, graphicguy said: Saw a bunch day 2 and 3, but like you, none since then. Did see the Northern lights last night off my balcony. Very Cool! About what time? Do they last awhile? I have never seen them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crzndeb Posted May 11, 2022 #450 Share Posted May 11, 2022 55 minutes ago, graphicguy said: Saw a bunch day 2 and 3, but like you, none since then. Did see the Northern lights last night off my balcony. Very Cool! Wow, I’m surprised with the cloud cover we had yesterday. You must have timed it perfectly, and got some cloud breaks. I have an app and didn’t even bother to check it because of rain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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