"LIVE" from Freedom of the Seas / Aug 2, 2009

[vickiw0318]

If I could wish, I'd wish Radio was going on the Oasis inaugural. How 'bout just the Labadee extravanganza?

 

Thanks so much. Your Liberty "live" thread was a big help to me before my Liberty cruise.

[weary traveler]

Gary it's been a while just wanted to say hello... (think it was 2004 on the Jewel?) hope everyone is well..

 

Radio take the time for yourself tomorrow and ENJOY the sea day.. i know you.. you'll be on a mission... relax and enjoy the day

 

your ole pal

[dwdwnurse]

Hi Radio,

Just caught up (was on page 5, but had to go to a conference!)

 

Great pictures (as always!) When you're taking pics of 1404, could you possibly take pics of 1400? We were in that stateroom and would love one of your great shots. It was the best D1 stateroom we have ever had!

 

Enjoy your last days at sea...I am so envious!

[glcoop]

Hi Weary

 

Good to talk to you again I don't know if you remember my Dad but he passed away two weeks ago. Mom and Dad were booked on the Liberty for a B2B on Sept 26 and Oct 3 so my sister and I are going with Mom. Dads last wish was to make sure Mom goes on this Cruise. I think Beej & Naomie is going to be on the Oasis with us in 2010 Martha & I and Mom are doing a B2B in Oct on her I cant wait for that Cruise.

 

Talk at you later.

 

Gary

[attitudeda]

Thanks for the nice comments. . . I started doing "LIVE" posts a few years ago.

 

Many of them can be found HERE ;)

 

Radio

:rolleyes::rolleyes:

 

Radio I see your sailing on the Oasis in March of 2010 we are on the March 27, 2010 sailing.

[time4me2fly]

THANKS RADIO!!!

 

I'm enjoying your cruise vacation, also. I'll be sailing on her, early next year. Your pictures are wonderful. Thanks for posting so many.

 

I'm curious to know what the dining room attire has been on your sailing. Do you notice the majority of people following the recommended dress code or are you seeing lots of jeans in the MDR?

[Radio]

Hello everyone. . . Today was a great day. I ot off of the ship at about 1100AM today, and we walked through the Terminal right ouy to the taxi center.

 

We went down to Chankanaab Park as planned. The cab ride was only $5 PP each way (A real value !) It was a quick ride as well (only 4mi). When we arrived we each paid for the Combo Admission. It was only $19, that included entrance to th epark, a Chankanaab T-shirt, and a can of beer or soda.

 

I love the way that Chankanaab Park was rebuilt. There is a huge Dolphin Discovery area there that people can watch and view the people who are doing the Dolphin Adventure. You can really get a feel for what the Adventure is all about. We walked down a little further past the fresh water pool, and the children’s salt water lagoon.

 

When we arrived at the snorkel/swim/dive area we need to get wet, so we jumped in and cooled off. The water there sparkles so much. It is a great snorkel location. There were thousands of tropical fish is the water, and a couple of statues that were place there to attract fish. There are lifeguards there, changing rooms, restrooms, and showers. There are also a few restaurants, and several beach bars.

 

 

We decided to come back to the port area to grab a bite to eat nearby. We went over to El Cid Resort (La Cieba) and had a great local cooked meal. The resort seems to be very nice. I purchased a day pass there several years ago for only $42, but the price has now increase to $75/PP (ouch !) Our lunch was reasonable. . .only $28 total for both.

 

I went back to the ship, and dozed off for a few minutes (Oooops) That’ is why this report is so late. The weather was in our favor today. It was hot with no rain. . .we could see a big storm forming from the west, but we were dry all day !

 

Here are a few pics from today. . .

 

Thanks for tuning in !

 

 

Radio

 

 

 

 

 

Welcome to Cozumel !

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The International Terminal

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lots of things for sale at many vendors. . .

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

There were also many small vendors outside of the Terminal

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Taxi prices are very reasonable

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

My “Home” for a couple more days. . .

 

 

 

 

 

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[Radio]

Here are a few more . . . .

 

 

Radio

 

 

 

Chankanaab Park

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

These little shelters/cabanas where everywhere (and included with the price)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Snorkel/Dave/Swim area was great !

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This was the view from my shaded area (I needed the Shade !)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Dolphin Area was very big

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This big pool looked very nice !

 

 

 

 

 

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Edited August 8, 2009 by Radio

[Radio]

Ok, here are just a few more ! I have to get ti the Magic Show. . .

 

Thanks for tuning in. . .

 

 

Radio

 

 

 

 

 

I could see the 3 ships in port with us to the north (From the park)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The water was spectacular !

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Some Cruise passengers were part of the Discovery Dolphin Show

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Back in town, this was our lunch view from El Cid

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Several Musicians were there to greet us as we returned to the ship !

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I am glad to be back on Freedom of the Seas

 

 

 

 

 

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Edited August 8, 2009 by Radio

[Arizona Cruz Chic]

Hi Radio, Love your photos..... we just need the sound of the ocean and a little gentle breeze and it would be just like being there! :)

 

Your cruise has had perfect weather! Hope the rain holds off!

 

Enjoy the rest of your cruise!! :)

 

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[catlady]

Radio

 

Love the pictures - my DH and I are going in December.

 

Have a question if you can find out - does this class of ships have the thermal suites in the spa?

 

Thanks

[CariBear]

I have really enjoyed your live report! Thanks for taking us along on your Freedom of the Seas adventure!!

 

We are booked on Oasis next year going the Eastern route (not until Nov :(), but after seeing your pictures of Labadee I am thinking of switching to Western!!

[HazyDavey]

Hi Radio,

Just caught up (was on page 5, but had to go to a conference!)

 

Great pictures (as always!) When you're taking pics of 1404, could you possibly take pics of 1400? We were in that stateroom and would love one of your great shots. It was the best D1 stateroom we have ever had!

 

Enjoy your last days at sea...I am so envious!

 

I would love to see pics of 1400 as well. We're going to be in that stateroom in a few weeks.

[djay]

Weary-

I see that your last cruise was NCL Majesty in 2007. Was it the Western Caribbean from Charleston? We cruised NCL Majesty from Charleston - March 2007. Our last stop was Key West & that was the 1st time we saw the FoS. It was blocking our sunset view & in a few minutes sailed away- IT WAS SO BIG next to our ship. We said that day- maybe someday ??? !!! Majesty had no Balconies- FoS had so many balconies- we thought -O that would be so great !!

WE sail the FoS on Nov 8. BALCONY - Here we come !!!! We are doing the EASTERN islands this time. Counting the days 91 & counting.

 

RADIO- we have so enjoyed your LIVE REVIEW !!! Most enjoyed the Pictures. I hope you are taking time to enjoy yourself !!

 

DJay

[counsdr]

Radio, thank you so much for being so kind as to take us along on your holiday. Wish I could reciprocate and take you along with me in 2 weeks, but alas, I am not computer or digital camera savvy.

Cheryl

[shezza]

see you on the cruise. we too have balcony cabin. our first cruise cant wait!!!!

[NavarreCruiser]

I Pre Paid Gratuities before sailing, but signed up on Embarkation Day.

 

 

 

Radio

:rolleyes::rolleyes:

 

 

Thanks for the feedback. When you go to My Time Dining tonight, please ask the host/hostess when MTD usually fills up. Thanks. Like everyone else we are enjoying your posts and pictures. Bob

[bigsteelerfan]

Radio - Thanks for all the photos & info. Have a great last day on your cruise!!:D Cruises always end way to soon.:(

[ckrobyn]

Radio :D

Thank you ever so much for sharing your cruise with us this week! Enjoy the ship today, and if at all possible - will you be posting some interior shots of the ship? Our roll call (August 23rd) has been following this thread with much anticipation - we are so ready to cruise!!!! :)

Have a great day on the Freedom of the Seas!!!!

[awsum9]

have been enjoying your cruise...thanks so much for taking the time to do this

[SeeTeeFL]

Radio, it's been said many times before but you can never say it enough...THANK YOU! Your posts and pictures have been fantastic!

 

I was wondering what your thoughts were on the shows and activities on board? - Any that are "can't miss" and those that were just "so so"? There is so much to do on FOS that your feedback would be helpful for us to plan ahead and not feel so rushed trying to do everything.

 

How has the staff been? Any stand out bartenders we should visit or MTD servers we should ask for? we will be sailing in September so not sure if their contracts would be up by then but it would be good to know just in case.

 

Last question, do you know what time FOS arrives into Port Canaveral? I would love to see it come in to port on the webcam.

 

Thank you again for bringing us along this week. RCI should let you sail for free for this great marketing service you are providing them! :)

[Radio]

Hello everyone ! I woke up today to another beautiful sunny morning. It is hard to believe that one could have a 7 night cruise with all sunny skies, and no rain.

 

So far, it has been a great cruise. I have a lot of things lined up for today. The Platinum, Diamond, and D+ had a breakfast this morning in the MDR. They had one of the Officers at each large table. There is no PL/DI/D+ party like they used to have in the evening. There is still a C&A member (All levels) party on Tuesday though. I will do some Ice Skating later today, and maybe have time for Flow Rider !

 

The Casino was nice to me last night, and I must go back there. I have a D+ Behind the Scenes tour this afternoon, and the grand Circus Parade is scheduled for 545PM.

 

I went last night to one of the best shows I have seen on a Cruise Ship. It was the “Now You See It” show starring Drew Thomas. You wont believe what you see. . . The end of the Show is wonderful ! This show is a must see event.

 

 

Here are a few pics from this last night and this morning. . .There will be many more later today. I will also try to post many shots that I have not posted to Cruise Critic yet. (Including interior pics)

 

Thanks for the nice comments. . .

 

Radio

 

 

 

 

 

The “Now You See It” show last night

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Look aft from the Royal Promenade

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Big Crowds last night at all of the shops. . .

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The sun will be coming up soon !

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

It looks like another beautiful day.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

We have blue seas, and calm water for our trip back.

 

 

 

 

(This was taken just a few minutes ago)

 

 

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[jillybabes]

Radio: Thanks again for taking us along for the ride:D...Your pictures, as always are wonderful as are your reports...We'll be looking forward to your next cruise so we can be "tuned in"...Where/When is your next cruise???

Hope to see you upon the sea at some point...

[Radio]

Here is our current position. . .

 

 

 

Radio

:rolleyes::rolleyes:

 

 

 

We are Traveling along at about 20kts. . .

 

 

 

 

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[Radio]

Radio: Thanks again for taking us along for the ride:D...Your pictures, as always are wonderful as are your reports...We'll be looking forward to your next cruise so we can be "tuned in"...Where/When is your next cruise???

Hope to see you upon the sea at some point...

 

 

Mrs Radio and I will be sailing from our home port in Baltimore, aboard the Carnival Pride !

 

 

Stay tuned. . .

 

Radio

:rolleyes::rolleyes: