LIVE from the Emerald - 14-day Circle Caribbean - 12/9/23

[CanadianBurger]

54 minutes ago, mrell345 said:

Can you get the scoops of gelato as your premium desserts on the packages?

Oddly and annoyingly, no. But the cakes are included in Plus and Premier. Pro tip: we got a scoop of gelato on one of the cakes at no charge. 
 

[c-boy]

13 hours ago, CanadianBurger said:

Closed down the casino again tonight. It was my first time playing poker in any casino, and after two hours I was even. Beginner’s luck?

 

The Patter for tomorrow’s day in Grenada. 
 

 

😄 you've got a natural skill that should be developed

[1412p0oi]

I'm really enjoying my vicarious vacation through you! Especially as a soon to be first time cruiser learning about all of this. 

 

I was wondering though if there was a limit to how many dishes you can order in MDR without paying? I read somewhere you are limited to 2 main dishes now without paying extra but couldn't confirm it elsewhere.

[CanadianBurger]

38 minutes ago, 1412p0oi said:

I'm really enjoying my vicarious vacation through you! Especially as a soon to be first time cruiser learning about all of this. 

 

I was wondering though if there was a limit to how many dishes you can order in MDR without paying? I read somewhere you are limited to 2 main dishes now without paying extra but couldn't confirm it elsewhere.

I’ll ask our headwaiter tomorrow. 

[CanadianBurger]

8 hours ago, canadarocks said:

@CanadianBurger can you please find out if Vines is open for Casual Dining (Crudites, Charcuterie, Truffles) on Embarkation Day and do they take reservations? Thanks so much in advance. 

Haven't had a chance to check out Vines yet, but I’ll ask at some point. 

[memoak]

42 minutes ago, 1412p0oi said:

I'm really enjoying my vicarious vacation through you! Especially as a soon to be first time cruiser learning about all of this. 

 

I was wondering though if there was a limit to how many dishes you can order in MDR without paying? I read somewhere you are limited to 2 main dishes now without paying extra but couldn't confirm it elsewhere.

I can barely eat an app an entree and a dessert. The size of dishes is plenty 

[memoak]

1 minute ago, CanadianBurger said:

Haven't had a chance to check out Vines yet, but I’ll ask at some point. 

Vines is a wine bar   Most days it opens around 4pm. I have never needed reservations or found a way to make one. It is not really a restaurant as the tables are used for drinkers and just hangers on

[1412p0oi]

47 minutes ago, memoak said:

I can barely eat an app an entree and a dessert. The size of dishes is plenty 

It's mostly that I want to experience different dishes that I've never had before. I don't like to waste food, but I have never heard of many items on the menus that CanadianBurger shared, so it's a point of culinary curiosity. And also I don't usually eat appetizers or desserts so just want to experience the mains. :)

[mrell345]

6 minutes ago, 1412p0oi said:

It's mostly that I want to experience different dishes that I've never had before. I don't like to waste food, but I have never heard of many items on the menus that CanadianBurger shared, so it's a point of culinary curiosity. And also I don't usually eat appetizers or desserts so just want to experience the mains. 🙂

You just have to cruise more 😉. Back to back cruises are good as they usually repeat the menus on the second leg and you can try different things on the same menu.  Either that or you an your spouse take different items and try things from each others choices. 

Edited December 17, 2023 by mrell345

[memoak]

14 minutes ago, 1412p0oi said:

It's mostly that I want to experience different dishes that I've never had before. I don't like to waste food, but I have never heard of many items on the menus that CanadianBurger shared, so it's a point of culinary curiosity. And also I don't usually eat appetizers or desserts so just want to experience the mains. 🙂

That’s is like 2 or more proteins, 2 or more starches and 2 or more vegetables. You might want to just ask your waiter for a small taste go some things

[obendus]

Upon returning to our cabin this evening, the TV was illuminated with this greeting. (The image is a still, but the fire image is actually shimmering). Nice touch Princess... nice touch!

[CanadianBurger]

So, Princess…

 

Let’s talk about your comedians. I figured tonight’s guy HAD to be better than the last one. The bar was very low. Unfortunately, Mike Brody couldn’t clear it. He didn’t even get close to it. I don’t often leave the theatre during a show, but after 15 minutes, I’d had enough. And it wasn’t just me. People were leaving in droves. I almost feel sorry for the guy, because I doubt he’s going to get a second show. If he does, nobody will go. 

[CanadianBurger]

MDR Dinner tonight. The highlight for me was the Frosty Mango and Pear Soup. It was delicious, and served the way I expected the disappointing pina colada soup to be served, earlier in the trip.

 

 

 

 

 

 

[geocruiser]

Thanks for posting.  I love all your pictures.  Enjoy you cruise.

[greenie082756]

Thank you for taking the time to share your experiences on this cruise. DH and I will be doing a back-to-back cruise in February on the Emerald. 

 

I have to say that calling slices of ham as pork loin on our last cruise on the Discovery a month ago was surprising. I really expected a white meat instead of slices of ham. Still edible, just surprising. 

 

I will keep watching! It looks wonderful so far! 

Edited December 17, 2023 by greenie082756

[CanadianBurger]

Patter for Trinidad day

 

 

[Amy9]

We are doing a back to back April 30th and am really enjoying your posts! 

[CanadianBurger]

23 hours ago, 1412p0oi said:

I'm really enjoying my vicarious vacation through you! Especially as a soon to be first time cruiser learning about all of this. 

 

I was wondering though if there was a limit to how many dishes you can order in MDR without paying? I read somewhere you are limited to 2 main dishes now without paying extra but couldn't confirm it elsewhere.

I asked our headwaiter tonight. She said the only restriction is for the lobster, which is $10 per additional. Regular entrees you can order as many as you wish. Bon appetit!

[1412p0oi]

43 minutes ago, CanadianBurger said:

I asked our headwaiter tonight. She said the only restriction is for the lobster, which is $10 per additional. Regular entrees you can order as many as you wish. Bon appetit!

Thank you for taking the time to ask! 

[CanadianBurger]

For Trinidad, we had a tour of Angostura booked, but there was a fire a couple of weeks ago, and the tour was canceled.

 

[CanadianBurger]

Instead, we took the generic “scenic tour”. This experience reminded us of why we don’t usually book ship tours. 20 people jammed into a minibus with only enough leg and knee room if you’re 4’8”. 
 

There were some interesting sights, including the “rainbow bark” tree. 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[CanadianBurger]

MDR Dinner. 
 

Sorry, I just realized I forgot the menus…

Nothing outstanding tonight, but nothing horrible either. 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[CanadianBurger]

Patter for St. Lucia.

 

 

[CanadianBurger]

I went zip lining in St. Lucia, and had a fantastic time. Our bus driver drove like a wannabe F1 driver, but got us there in one piece. I’ll post some video once I get it off my GoPro. 

[CanadianBurger]

We had our friends over for afternoon tea on our balcony. The service was more miss than hit however. The poor room service guy tipped over one of the milk containers, which necessitated getting a new tablecloth, which was no big deal. But we ordered tea for four, and the cart was oddly understocked. Only two scones, and they forgot silverware, napkins, plates, and sugar for the tea. I looked at the sheet, and everything was checked off correctly, so I don’t know what happened. We did eventually get everything we needed though, so all was not lost.