Rare Ozark_Kid Posted January 28, 2023 #626 Share Posted January 28, 2023 Believe it or not, we found a cooler spot. Don't worry, we are doing OK. Of course we got these before heading down. Sharon, a strawberry Mango Me, peach You know you are getting used to cruising when you can walk down from deck 16 with a drink and phone in one hand. 😂 5 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Ozark_Kid Posted January 28, 2023 #627 Share Posted January 28, 2023 1 hour ago, voyager70 said: Wow, that would have freaked me out. Not sure how I would have reacted. Do you know what they did? The kids were watching TV, The other just told them to get out. No big deal made of it. Just another cruise story to remember and share. 😂 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbrinkm Posted January 28, 2023 #628 Share Posted January 28, 2023 11 hours ago, brillohead said: You jinxed me!!! Last week, the performer playing Sophie sounded fine, but tonight for the first half of the show, at least 80% of her singing was very nasal/whiny sounding! She was fine in the second half, though. Last week I saw the afternoon show instead of the 9pm show, not sure if that made the difference or what? I'm sorry! 2 hours ago, Ozark_Kid said: Last October on Allure a couple sitting near us In Giovanni's told us they did not see their keys apon arrival and got new ones. When they got back to the room they found out why. Some teenagers grabbed the keys and were in there when they opened the door. 😲 I wish we still got our SeaPass cards at check in... 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Ozark_Kid Posted January 28, 2023 #629 Share Posted January 28, 2023 Is it mandatory that a cruise ship sailing the Caribbean has to play Sweet Caroline at least 💯 times! 2 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lenquixote66 Posted January 28, 2023 #630 Share Posted January 28, 2023 I am really enjoying reading everything posted .I have never been to the area that your cruise is taking you to 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare brillohead Posted January 28, 2023 Author #631 Share Posted January 28, 2023 3 hours ago, LATTELOVE said: Safe travels home. For John and company... I'm on again next week for the third leg of my B3B! It's gonna hurt going home, though -- the Midwest has gotten one heck of a snowstorm this week. 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Ozark_Kid Posted January 28, 2023 #632 Share Posted January 28, 2023 Picks from last night's Lobster night. Menu posted outside the MDR. Might surprise you but shrimp cocktail. Sharon picked Red Velvet Cake. I pickes Hot Chocolate . Oh ya, the Lobster..... A 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Ozark_Kid Posted January 28, 2023 #633 Share Posted January 28, 2023 4 minutes ago, brillohead said: For John and company... I'm on again next week for the third leg of my B3B! It's gonna hurt going home, though -- the Midwest has gotten one heck of a snowstorm this week. Although we got more snow than normal, it is clearing. Then down side they are saying ice storms are going to move in this week. Just hope we make it in before it hits. If you don't mind we will continue the thread a little longer. I have a bunch to catch up on. You have done great posting. You certainly don't come across as a 1st time "Live". You even put space between pics without anyone suggesting! I am so happy you invited me to share this with you and even happier for the fun time we had together. If anyone is cruising with @brillohead and can find her, you will have a great time. 14 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare brillohead Posted January 28, 2023 Author #634 Share Posted January 28, 2023 2 hours ago, hotrock said: I will be on a sailing identical to this one except that I will have two grandchildren. (ages 5 and 7). Your port days sound like so much fun. Would you recommend taking the kids to those same locations? Absolutely! This week and also a couple months ago, I've had people join me with kids/grandkids aged 1yo to 8yo. I would recommend bringing some basic sand toys to West Bay Beach, or even just a plastic cup and a big spoon if you don't want to carry big buckets and such. Kids and sandcastles just go together. I use Let's Go Roatan Tours exclusively in Roatan -- Josue Elias can set you up with your own private driver for the day. Bananarama Beach Club is $15 per chair.Maya Chan is very kid-friendly, and they have sand toys and floatie chairs there that you can borrow for free. If you have kids that won't eat the taco buffet (flour or corn tortillas with your choice of steak, chicken, pork, or sea bass, with all the toppings, plus Mexican rice and a Mexican stew), if you let them know in advance / when you make your reservation, they can have chicken nuggets available for your group. Your group will have your own palapa / casita area, so you have shade, chairs, a hammock, and a daybed that are yours. Transportation is included in your admission price. And Nachi Cocum is a laid back resort, not a "frat party" vibe at all. Bring sand toys here as well, since I don't think they have any to borrow. Get there earlier in the morning if you want to make sure you get a palapa on the beach, they are first-come, first-served. Transportation via taxi is $17 each way for 1-4 people, or $23 for 5 people. 6 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare brillohead Posted January 28, 2023 Author #635 Share Posted January 28, 2023 2 minutes ago, Ozark_Kid said: If you don't mind we will continue the thread a little longer. I have a bunch to catch up on. You have done great posting. You certainly don't come across as a 1st time "Live". You even put space between pics without anyone suggesting! I am so happy you invited me to share this with you and even happier for the fun time we had together. If anyone is cruising with @brillohead and can find her, you will have a great time. I'm going to have to do some catching up next week, too -- I'm going to set an alarm so I don't fall asleep reading and miss The Quest! The young couple that sits next to me at dinner attended (this is their first Royal cruise) and they were a bit shocked at how inappropriate it got, even though I warned them! (They're not prudes, either -- just not used to that kind of behavior in public!) They said they couldn't believe how much they laughed! I have totally enjoyed meeting you and Sharon and company, @Ozark_Kid, and sharing adventures together! Hope we can meet again on a future cruise, too! 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare brillohead Posted January 28, 2023 Author #636 Share Posted January 28, 2023 11 hours ago, perfect match said: If you want some really great snorkeling nest time you’re in Cozumel, try Sky Reef! They’re a small beach bar not too far from where Royal ships dock and have several different entry plans to choose from ranging from all inclusive food and drink to the very basic plan we chose which allowed us use of their facilities to snorkel, snorkel gear rental if you need it, one drink each, a 5 minute massage each, and a tequila tasting. I've been wanting to try different things, so I just might hit Sky Reef next week! I've seen the signs for it when going past to other places, but never heard anything about it. Thanks for the recommendation! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Ozark_Kid Posted January 28, 2023 #637 Share Posted January 28, 2023 Just found this baby. We will be hiding it on Ovation when we cruise Hawaii in May. Funny thing is last May we found a duck on Ovation during an Alaska cruise and hid it on Allure last October. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helen haywood Posted January 28, 2023 #638 Share Posted January 28, 2023 Just to jump in regarding snorkeling…in Georgetown, Grand Cayman, there is great snorkeling at Eden Roc. Walking distance from the tender spot. Fantastic snorkeling right off the ladder in front of the place! 4 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luckynana Posted January 28, 2023 #639 Share Posted January 28, 2023 3 hours ago, Ocean Boy said: I'm sitting in the Windjammer having lunch right now! 🙂 Yay!!!! Have a great time! What time is Sail Away?🛳️ Are you in Miami, or Ft. Lauderdale? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BecciBoo Posted January 28, 2023 #640 Share Posted January 28, 2023 1 hour ago, brillohead said: Midwest has gotten one heck of a snowstorm this week. I know.....9 inches here! Snow is almost melted now, but ice coming next week...grrrrr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BecciBoo Posted January 28, 2023 #641 Share Posted January 28, 2023 The pool at Nachi You'll find us around it or in it most of the day. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BecciBoo Posted January 28, 2023 #642 Share Posted January 28, 2023 (edited) 1 hour ago, brillohead said: I'm on again next week for the third leg of my B3B! Some people are just spoiled...you dog! HOpe you come back next week and add some here, it's been a really fun and informative ride...thx! Edited January 28, 2023 by BecciBoo 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ocean Boy Posted January 28, 2023 #643 Share Posted January 28, 2023 9 minutes ago, Luckynana said: Yay!!!! Have a great time! What time is Sail Away?🛳️ Are you in Miami, or Ft. Lauderdale? Ft. Lauderdale. And truthfully, I'm not positive when we sail. 🤔 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BonTexasNY Posted January 28, 2023 #644 Share Posted January 28, 2023 1 hour ago, Ozark_Kid said: Is it mandatory that a cruise ship sailing the Caribbean has to play Sweet Caroline at least 💯 times! Good time never seemed so good!! 2 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Ozark_Kid Posted January 28, 2023 #645 Share Posted January 28, 2023 Internet was great the 1st couple days but spotty today. Steaming games were nice the first day but are spotty now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasGal#35 Posted January 28, 2023 #646 Share Posted January 28, 2023 On 1/27/2023 at 1:44 PM, macsails said: I've been sitting here for at least an hour reading y'all's postings. Great job! We are going on the Allure departing Feb. 12th. and I've made lots of notes from your postings. Thanks for sharing. One question, do you know if the Texas Tenors will be entertaining on board in Feb? I'm not sure where to look for that information on line. We will be on this cruise also celebrating hubby's birthday and our 48th anniversary. We've never been on a big ship like Allure before, but we are looking forward to it. Gloria 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Ozark_Kid Posted January 28, 2023 #647 Share Posted January 28, 2023 I learned something while in the hot tub. I talked to a couple in the hot tub that went to Momma Mia. They sat up front next to a lady who claimed to be Sophie's real mom. The mom said that her daughter playing Sophie this week is actually a backup. I personally kept telling my gang it was not the Sophie we saw in October. They thought she was the same and just lost weight. I thought if it's her she changed her hair too. Maybe Brillo can attend next week and confirm. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisingpeople Posted January 28, 2023 #648 Share Posted January 28, 2023 (edited) 1 hour ago, Ocean Boy said: Ft. Lauderdale. And truthfully, I'm not positive when we sail. 🤔 It looks like it's just you and the Nieuw Statendam left in port. You're both scheduled to depart at 5:00 P.M. Seems like your weather went from lousy to crappy. Those are some nasty looking clouds overhead. Have a safe and enjoyable cruise. Edited January 28, 2023 by cruisingpeople 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare brillohead Posted January 28, 2023 Author #649 Share Posted January 28, 2023 34 minutes ago, Ozark_Kid said: Maybe Brillo can attend next week and confirm. It was the same girl last week, but a different girl last year when I was on Allure. The girl I saw last year was a bit taller, I think, with blonder hair (not totally white-blonde, but medium blonde, whereas the current Sophie has NO blonde in her hair at all). But I'll report in again next week! Hey @Ozark_Kid, did you wanna meet up for one final drink sometime tonight? 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaniDanielle Posted January 28, 2023 #650 Share Posted January 28, 2023 I would like to meet up for a drink! 4 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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