Merion_Mom Posted December 28, 2008 #1 Share Posted December 28, 2008 Here I am, finally on board the beautiful Mariner of the Seas, my home for the next 53 days, until February 19, 2009. Our E cabin on the hump is lovely. This is my first trip on the Mariner, although I've sailed Voyager class and Freedom class before. Luggage hasn't arrived yet, but I hardly expected it by 3! We have already made appointments for pedicures. Alas, they have only ONE "nail person" on board, so Lizzy and I cannot have "mother-daughter pedicures", which is what we prefer. She negotiated (;)) a lower price for "just a trim" instead of a full-blown haircut. Big crowd on board; lots of kids, of course. Not that it feels crowded - not even up in the Windjammer. The Honey Stung chicken was the best that I've had so far. Fries were light and crispy. :) Check-in and boarding were so fast, I swear that I was out of breath from never stopping for a moment, from the instant we went through security until we were walking out onto Deck 5. It was SO nice bypassing all of the people waiting in line for the next check-in agent! Everything was ready in our cabin: robes, booklets, D+ amenity (wine), welcome aboard/back letter, concierge lounge key, wine from my TA. The closet is nice and big for a basic balcony cabin - the lifejackets even slip into a little compartment in the closet so that they aren't taking up valuable closet real estate. I'll try and read what you all say and ask as often as possible. The connection speed right now is the sloooooooowest I have ever experienced onboard. According to the Cruise Compass, they are running a "special". :D Dom Perignon is 30% off! Would someone please look the price up for me, and tell me what "amazing" price that brings it down to? ;) Welcome aboard, Cruise Critics! Carol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruiserccl Posted December 28, 2008 #2 Share Posted December 28, 2008 Im glad everything is going GREAT! I wish i was sailing with you guys! A good friend of mine is aboard the Mariner with you right now! Have a GREAT 53 days! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jan_In_Maine Posted December 28, 2008 #3 Share Posted December 28, 2008 We were on the Mariner in August and spent some time talking with the crew about the ship's route going to the west coast .... how I wanted to go too!! Have a wonderful time, I am looking forward to enjoying your adventure, through posts .... Jan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare NorbertsNiece Posted December 28, 2008 #4 Share Posted December 28, 2008 Oh wow. I had no idea. 53 days.... that's fantastic. So I'm now researching where you are going for the next 53 days.... and looking forward to reading your account. Have a marvellous time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kerrydee Posted December 28, 2008 #5 Share Posted December 28, 2008 Here I am, finally on board the beautiful Mariner of the Seas, my home for the next 53 days, until February 19, 2009. Our E cabin on the hump is lovely. This is my first trip on the Mariner, although I've sailed Voyager class and Freedom class before. Luggage hasn't arrived yet, but I hardly expected it by 3! We have already made appointments for pedicures. Alas, they have only ONE "nail person" on board, so Lizzy and I cannot have "mother-daughter pedicures", which is what we prefer. She negotiated (;)) a lower price for "just a trim" instead of a full-blown haircut. Big crowd on board; lots of kids, of course. Not that it feels crowded - not even up in the Windjammer. The Honey Stung chicken was the best that I've had so far. Fries were light and crispy. :) Check-in and boarding were so fast, I swear that I was out of breath from never stopping for a moment, from the instant we went through security until we were walking out onto Deck 5. It was SO nice bypassing all of the people waiting in line for the next check-in agent! Everything was ready in our cabin: robes, booklets, D+ amenity (wine), welcome aboard/back letter, concierge lounge key, wine from my TA. The closet is nice and big for a basic balcony cabin - the lifejackets even slip into a little compartment in the closet so that they aren't taking up valuable closet real estate. I'll try and read what you all say and ask as often as possible. The connection speed right now is the sloooooooowest I have ever experienced onboard. According to the Cruise Compass, they are running a "special". :D Dom Perignon is 30% off! Would someone please look the price up for me, and tell me what "amazing" price that brings it down to? ;) Welcome aboard, Cruise Critics! Carol i have been waiting for this and have bookmarked it. i will read often. :) without looking it up, i seem to remember DOM was $125.:o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiseKeeper Posted December 28, 2008 #6 Share Posted December 28, 2008 The Dom isn't listed right now on the Wine Cellar Collection part of RCI's website. I'm sure at 30% off you could buy at least 53 of them! If price is an issue, you could always go after the Korbel.....:p For $600 it's part of the Ultimate Romance Package.... Ultimate Romance Package II Non-Alcoholic $600.00 USDItem# 1083 - 7-8 Nights This package includes a bottle of chilled Dom Perignon champagne, chocolate covered strawberries, one dozen roses and two terry robes in your stateroom upon arrival; canapés and petit fours every evening; breakfast in bed one morning during the cruise; two spa appointments and a silver-framed, 8" x 10" keepsake portrait. Bon Voyage Carol! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
truffles2 Posted December 28, 2008 #7 Share Posted December 28, 2008 Have a great cruise....I'll be reading and will see you on the 2nd leg. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crusinmama06 Posted December 28, 2008 #8 Share Posted December 28, 2008 According to the bar menu on Web Shots, Dom Perignon was $189 in 2005...;) http://travel.webshots.com/photo/1278126440042664116HeEKMg Have a wonderful 53 days!!!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Lionesss Posted December 28, 2008 #9 Share Posted December 28, 2008 So tell me how does one get to cruise for 53 days. Is it a back-to-back-to-back-to-back. Or is the final sailing from the eastern coast? Safe travels and keep us posted. I am very happy for your cruise on a great lady. THE MARINER OF THE SEAS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruiserccl Posted December 28, 2008 #10 Share Posted December 28, 2008 WOW! The last cruise before she leaves! I sailed on the Mariner 4 different times and was my favorite ship! I still have the press release hanging on my wall when it was announced "Something Big Is Coming To The West Coast" the Mariner will be missed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rubrrick Posted December 28, 2008 #11 Share Posted December 28, 2008 Great Carol!! Glad to see that we will have two live experiences. Wave for everyone to see..........we have you on the Port Canaveral webcam!! See you in a little over a month!!:D Rick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sooner-b-Crusin Posted December 28, 2008 #12 Share Posted December 28, 2008 Hi Carol, see ya next Sunday...... have fun and don't drink up all the DOM!!!!! Pat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
want2seaitall Posted December 28, 2008 #13 Share Posted December 28, 2008 Just wanted to wish you a great cruise Merion Mom! Have a drink of the day for me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarinerBride Posted December 28, 2008 #14 Share Posted December 28, 2008 Have fun! I wish I was back on Mariner. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UTCJCB Posted December 28, 2008 #15 Share Posted December 28, 2008 Have fun Carol!!!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisegirl1 Posted December 28, 2008 #16 Share Posted December 28, 2008 Merion Mom - just a word of caution – we had the D+ wine amenity delivered to our cabin last week on the Monarch and there was a card noting that there would be a $12 corkage charge to take the bottle to the dining room! I was shocked and angered as C&A never mentioned that there was any difference between the cabin delivery or dining room delivery. We enjoyed it in various venues around the ship. Have a fun and safe cruise. M Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaryZ Posted December 28, 2008 #17 Share Posted December 28, 2008 Wow, Carol. Have an absolutely fantastic time aboard! I will look forward to reading your posts. What a wonderful trip you will have! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arizona Cruz Chic Posted December 28, 2008 #18 Share Posted December 28, 2008 53 days ! I would simply die.....what a great cruise!!! I will be here daily for your LIVE reports......and Paul's too. Take good care of the Mariner, we're on the first M R cruise on 2/22.....can't wait! My mouth is already watering for the honey stung chicken! :) *** Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pumbaamd Posted December 28, 2008 #19 Share Posted December 28, 2008 Carol, Enjoy your 53 days! Have a blast! Rick and Deirdra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KJBBrett Posted December 28, 2008 #20 Share Posted December 28, 2008 Bon Voyage!!!! Enjoy the HELL out of the next 53 days. WOOHOO! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjldvlks Posted December 28, 2008 #21 Share Posted December 28, 2008 Carol - have a FANTASTIC time and think of me, Lorna and Ally during trivia!!! We'll be rooting for you!! Miss you lady and will be checking in often to see how the cruise is going. Please tell Len, Letty and Doris Dennis and I said hello! Take care and talk to you soon. Mary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfshadow Posted December 28, 2008 #22 Share Posted December 28, 2008 Wow! Am I envious!!! 53 days! We're on her in April and can't wait. What E stateroom do you have? We're booked in 6318. Glad to hear about the big closet! I will enjoy keeping an eye on this thread, enjoy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirtgirl Posted December 28, 2008 #23 Share Posted December 28, 2008 WhooHoo! Have a great time, Carol!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HB Cruiser Posted December 28, 2008 #24 Share Posted December 28, 2008 Carol Crystal & I wish you the best cruise ever. Wow, 50+ days from everything and on a cruise, does it get any better than that? Don't you really wish you were in Penn.? ;) Have a great time, we wish we were with you! Tim (& Crystal) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExploreroftheSeas92 Posted December 28, 2008 #25 Share Posted December 28, 2008 Have a great cruise!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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