"It's a Kinda Magic" October 16th,2011 (continued)

[Clairescurtains]

I have to say it:
ROLL TIDE!:D

[Buckeye Geo]

I have to say it:
ROLL TIDE!:D

Great Game Congrats!

[lettienets]

Wow, since our roll call moved everybody has left town! Will catch up when there is talk on the Baltic itinerary hopefully!
I am sure we are all looking forward to other trips!

[aussie2324]

I'm here:D Been otherwise occupied painting the downstairs portion of the house and researching for our Septmeber cruise with the family. Hope everyone had a great Xmas and New Year. Ours was relatively quite (as always)

Tracey:D

[travelbug67]

I'm still checking things out here...and checking prices.

[luv2cruz44]

Like most everyone else, we're just waiting and hoping for a Baltic itinerary. I guess recently John Heald posted pictures of St Petersburg and Copenhagen which to me is a hint. Sure hope it comes to fruition!

[Buckeye Geo]

Like most everyone else, we're just waiting and hoping for a Baltic itinerary. I guess recently John Heald posted pictures of St Petersburg and Copenhagen which to me is a hint. Sure hope it comes to fruition!

NCL has the only published Baltic Cruise itinerary for summer 2013. A 9 day Copenhagen to Copenhagen which includes St. Pertersburg. Hope other Cruise lines follow suit. Keep on trucking. I the meantime we are heading for Lost Wagers, NV at the end of this month.

[Clairescurtains]

Like most everyone else, we're just waiting and hoping for a Baltic itinerary. I guess recently John Heald posted pictures of St Petersburg and Copenhagen which to me is a hint. Sure hope it comes to fruition!

NCL has the only published Baltic Cruise itinerary for summer 2013. A 9 day Copenhagen to Copenhagen which includes St. Pertersburg. Hope other Cruise lines follow suit. Keep on trucking. I the meantime we are heading for Lost Wagers, NV at the end of this month.

I am hoping for a CCL Baltic maybe from England, if there is such a thing. Since I am wishing I might as well wish for what I really want.;):D
I would rather never do NCL if possible.

[lettienets]

http://i662.photobucket.com/albums/uu350/lettienets/CarnivalinTimesSquare.jpg
Imagine running across this huge sign on your way to work!
I get happy whenever I see the whaletail for the first time at the port.

[jgeraci7]

One more week & Gig and I will be boarding the Carnival Valor for some cruising fun. It's a perfect time to escape the snow that finally made an appearance here in the Midwest. Then we can concentrate on OZ!:D:D
JoyceG

[luv2cruz44]

One more week & Gig and I will be boarding the Carnival Valor for some cruising fun. It's a perfect time to escape the snow that finally made an appearance here in the Midwest. Then we can concentrate on OZ!:D:D
JoyceG


Joyce, is this one of those gambling cruises? If it is, we have friends who will be onboard as well. Actually, Dennis & Carolyn (SCPerk) who are on the Spirit to Australia were planning on going but Dennis' mom was just diagnosed with cancer and doesn't have that long so they had to cancel. Our friends, Mike & Jacque who actually picked us up in Galveston and had us as houseguests and are also doing the Spirit to Australia, will be on the Valor with you. Hope you run into them.

[lettienets]

I started packing today but not going till the 22nd on Victory, just can't wait! Mine leaves from SJU. Is that the same day you go Joyce? It will seem so wierd being on a week cruise, too short! Can't wait for the pampering, all meals made and no bed to make....
Sorry to hear about Dennis' mom.
I am going to a funeral tomorrow.....
Get out there and do it!

[cjcruiser27]

Me too!..I would rather never do NCL if possible.[/quote]

[luv2cruz44]

I started packing today but not going till the 22nd on Victory, just can't wait! Mine leaves from SJU. Is that the same day you go Joyce? It will seem so wierd being on a week cruise, too short! Can't wait for the pampering, all meals made and no bed to make....
Sorry to hear about Dennis' mom.
I am going to a funeral tomorrow.....
Get out there and do it!


I am so sorry, Loretta...forgot all about the fact that you know Dennis, Carolyn, Mike & Jacque from the Elation Panama Canal. I guess I now think of you as part of the "Magic crew" and they weren't, of course.

I'm with Cheryl and Claire...would rather not do NCL as well.

[Valp41]

I'm with Cheryl and Claire...would rather not do NCL as well.

Hi Ann. We do not want to do NCL either.

Val.x

[luv2cruz44]

Hi Ann. We do not want to do NCL either.

Val.x


Hi Val,

I hope your weather is as nice in FL as we are experiencing here in AZ, Isn't sunshine in January lovely?!

[Clairescurtains]

Hi Ann. We do not want to do NCL either.

Val.x



I'm with Cheryl and Claire...would rather not do NCL as well.

Me too!..I would rather never do NCL if possible.[/quote]

I am taking Costa off my list, too.:eek: Oh, how horrible that must have been/ still is for those poor people.:( Even if they had not had a drill all the drills that have been done over the years went for nothing, it appears.

[luv2cruz44]

I am taking Costa off my list, too.:eek: Oh, how horrible that must have been/ still is for those poor people.:( Even if they had not had a drill all the drills that have been done over the years went for nothing, it appears.[/quote]


I agree totally Claire. What a series of disasters from unprepared crew to a questionable ship. I understand the Concordia is the sister ship to the Splendor. I knew there was a reason (besides the decor) that I did not like that ship.

One problem is you have to know there is a problem before you head to your muster station and I think that was how a lot of this occurred.

[lettienets]

I have often speculated in my mind how an evacuation would unfold and this Concordia is a real wake up call re safety, size of ships, drills etc. Heck, these poor passengers didn't even have their safety drill yet, scheduled for the next day! I have not been in favour either of the new lazy safety briefings given in a lounge rather than the muster stations.
It seems to me we will be hearing lots of stories about pushing and shoving, survival of the fittest etc. Sure haven't heard one yet about an act of kindness or heroism. Haven't got any details either re injuries...

I will be curious if there is more seriousness and detail at the safety briefing on my cruise this Sunday and will report back.

I thought these ships had sonar or something to detect undersea object, obstructions etc. If the rock isn't on a map, why wasn't a rock detected? Anyway why was a ship that big going between two rocks when it had a whole sea to use? This captain is in big doo doo, will be fired, sued and charged with something. Lots of lessons are going to be learned from this disaster.

[luv2cruz44]

I have often speculated in my mind how an evacuation would unfold and this Concordia is a real wake up call re safety, size of ships, drills etc. Heck, these poor passengers didn't even have their safety drill yet, scheduled for the next day! I have not been in favour either of the new lazy safety briefings given in a lounge rather than the muster stations.
It seems to me we will be hearing lots of stories about pushing and shoving, survival of the fittest etc. Sure haven't heard one yet about an act of kindness or heroism. Haven't got any details either re injuries...

I will be curious if there is more seriousness and detail at the safety briefing on my cruise this Sunday and will report back.

I thought these ships had sonar or something to detect undersea object, obstructions etc. If the rock isn't on a map, why wasn't a rock detected? Anyway why was a ship that big going between two rocks when it had a whole sea to use? This captain is in big doo doo, will be fired, sued and charged with something. Lots of lessons are going to be learned from this disaster.

I guess there is still an investigation going on as to how this crash occurred. Someone did post on another roll call that the bodies of an elderly couple were found in the submerged restuarant of the Concordia. I think we all can imagine how that happened. How very very sad for their families.

[ruthie101]

What about all the poor people that are physically challenged? Is there someone assigned to help them in case of an emergency? How does a person that can't walk get from one floor to another with no elevators? When an emergency happens how do you know whether to go to muster station or to your room to get your life jacket?
As you can tell I've been having all kinds of scary thoughts ever since this started!! By the way, hi everyone!! I have been lurking here for a while!!;) This is for George!! GO GIANTS!!!:D:p
If I'm ever on a cruise when there is an emergency I'm going to make sure I help someone less fortunate then me!! I may be getting old but I'm still lucky enough to be able to get around without help!!!
We might consider the Baltic someday, if we have any money left after the cruise to oz. everything in Australia and Hawaii is very expensive!!!

[luv2cruz44]

What about all the poor people that are physically challenged? Is there someone assigned to help them in case of an emergency? How does a person that can't walk get from one floor to another with no elevators? When an emergency happens how do you know whether to go to muster station or to your room to get your life jacket?
As you can tell I've been having all kinds of scary thoughts ever since this started!! By the way, hi everyone!! I have been lurking here for a while!!;) This is for George!! GO GIANTS!!!:D:p
If I'm ever on a cruise when there is an emergency I'm going to make sure I help someone less fortunate then me!! I may be getting old but I'm still lucky enough to be able to get around without help!!!
We might consider the Baltic someday, if we have any money left after the cruise to oz. everything in Australia and Hawaii is very expensive!!!

Ruth,

That is how I think the elderly couple found in the restuarant got left behind. They were unable to get out and no one stayed to help them. Bless you for thinking of others. I would hope we would do the same thing in the case of a disaster.

You are right about Australia being expensive. We are not lingering in Hawaii. As west coasters we can come in the day of the cruise, board and not have to pay for a hotel. However, that being said, we had very good luck finding a hotel the last time on priceline. If you haven't already booked for Honolulu, give that a try. We use the bidding system.

[lettienets]

I cruise with Holland America a lot and there is really a more elderly clientele on that line, longer cruises etc. I cannot see how so many of them would have survived a disaster like that with their physical ailments etc. So many have scooters, walkers and canes. And when the ship listed people had to climb up the highside or slide down to the lowside etc. Who knew where to go. Can you imagine the panic in the stairwells with the the whole ship trying to get somewhere at the same time without elevators and in the dark? It would have really been a disaster. This Costa cruise seem to have younger looking people and very few kids. Only a 7 dayer. I was surprised when I heard people could join the cruise at more than the original port.

It is a wakeup call for the industry.

As far as the gargantuan size Oasis and Allure, I don't think of them sinking so much as I look at the open wind tunnel from the stern up the promenade and wonder about that with a rogue wave (well probably wouldn't get that high) or hurricane. I was in 40 ft waves once in the Drake passage and it is mighty scarey. Dishes flying, furniture toppling...I don't think ships will ever be built as big as this pair anymore. Trying to fill them week after week must be tough. No wonder they have gone to a "dine around meal plan ticket" to earn more money....have you heard that?

[luv2cruz44]

I cruise with Holland America a lot and there is really a more elderly clientele on that line, longer cruises etc. I cannot see how so many of them would have survived a disaster like that with their physical ailments etc. So many have scooters, walkers and canes. And when the ship listed people had to climb up the highside or slide down to the lowside etc. Who knew where to go. Can you imagine the panic in the stairwells with the the whole ship trying to get somewhere at the same time without elevators and in the dark? It would have really been a disaster. This Costa cruise seem to have younger looking people and very few kids. Only a 7 dayer. I was surprised when I heard people could join the cruise at more than the original port.

It is a wakeup call for the industry.

As far as the gargantuan size Oasis and Allure, I don't think of them sinking so much as I look at the open wind tunnel from the stern up the promenade and wonder about that with a rogue wave (well probably wouldn't get that high) or hurricane. I was in 40 ft waves once in the Drake passage and it is mighty scarey. Dishes flying, furniture toppling...I don't think ships will ever be built as big as this pair anymore. Trying to fill them week after week must be tough. No wonder they have gone to a "dine around meal plan ticket" to earn more money....have you heard that?


Have not heard of the "dine around meal plan ticket". Is that like a ticket that allows you to dine at any of the speciality restuarants whenever you like?

I agree with you Loretta. As more and more stories are being told, the death toll rising, it was truly a disaster and may be shown to have been, totally preventable.

[lettienets]

Have not heard of the "dine around meal plan ticket". Is that like a ticket that allows you to dine at any of the speciality restuarants whenever you like?

........
On Allure and Oasis you can buy a dine around deal for $69. for the alternative restaurants now.

[nickb]

Hello everyone. It's been a while.

On a positive note, I just finished watching a movie called The Tourist. It's a great flic and the entire movie takes place in Venice. If you want to relive our two day stay in Venice last October, I would highly recommend watching the movie. It stars Johnny Depp and Angelina Jolie. You'll feel like you are back in Venice.

Nick

[Clairescurtains]

I just finished watching a movie called The Tourist. It's a great flic and the entire movie takes place in Venice. If you want to relive our two day stay in Venice last October, I would highly recommend watching the movie. It stars Johnny Depp and Angelina Jolie. You'll feel like you are back in Venice.

Nick

I loved the shots of Venice but thought the two actors didn't really seem to have any connection, certainly not anything irresistible. :rolleyes:

Hope everyone is surviving Winter successfully. We are doing well, bright beautiful, cold day here but warming up later in the week.:) But then there will probably be rain.:(

[Buckeye Geo]

Go Big Blue!!


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[luv2cruz44]

Go Big Blue!!


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Sorry George....


Go...49ers!!!!

[Buckeye Geo]

Sorry George....


Go...49ers!!!!

We will see who has bragging rights on Sunday. Looking forward to a good game.

[lives to cruise]

Go Big Blue!!


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George, it would be fun meeting up with your team again in the Superbowl but I am a die hard Baltimore Ravens Fan and my brother lives in San Jose CA so I am going to go with the 49ers. Besides, us here in B'more really want to see a Harbaugh Bowl/Super Bowl. :)

Sorry George....


Go...49ers!!!!

Go 49ers

Go
Ravens!

[luv2cruz44]

George, it would be fun meeting up with your team again in the Superbowl but I am a die hard Baltimore Ravens Fan and my brother lives in San Jose CA so I am going to go with the 49ers. Besides, us here in B'more really want to see a Harbaugh Bowl/Super Bowl. :)



Go 49ers

Go
Ravens!



Looks like we have a friendly competition going on Sunday, eh!

[sbcruisers]

Hoping for another win for Brady and his team. Looking for a Giants vs Patriots rematch in the Super Bowl!

Gail and Jim

[Buckeye Geo]

One to go..Watch out Brady we are gunning for you.

[cjcruiser27]

yeah!!! Go pats!!!:done to go..watch out brady we are gunning for you.

[Buckeye Geo]

Ladies try these on for size


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[Clairescurtains]

They look very tiny but also very uncomfortable.:D

[Buckeye Geo]

They look very tiny but also very uncomfortable.:D

Just wondering if you are being effected by those nasty stroms in you part of the country?

[Clairescurtains]

Just wondering if you are being effected by those nasty stroms in you part of the country?

The sirens went off last night three different times but we never heard them.:eek: I did hear the storms but we didn't have any damage in our area. There is devastating damage in the Birmingham area, several people killed and lots of destruction of homes, business and trees down blocking roads.

It seems Alabama is taking over the tornado trophy from Oklahoma, we're IT right now.:rolleyes:

[jpg1747]

hi guys

I'm back from my birthday cruise on the Crown Princess. It was just what I wanted - very laid back and relaxing. So different from our Magic cruise that was so high energy. I'm already looking for my January 2013 cruise. The Breeze has a nice 8 day itinerary that I'm considering. But for right now I'm concentrating on planning my TA in November. Not only did my teams lose in the playoffs, I didn't win any money in the office pools. Double bummer!

[cjcruiser27]

Hi Judy! Happy to hear that you enjoyed your cruise! I'm envious:)hi guys

I'm back from my birthday cruise on the Crown Princess. It was just what I wanted - very laid back and relaxing. So different from our Magic cruise that was so high energy. I'm already looking for my January 2013 cruise. The Breeze has a nice 8 day itinerary that I'm considering. But for right now I'm concentrating on planning my TA in November. Not only did my teams lose in the playoffs, I didn't win any money in the office pools. Double bummer!

[lettienets]

Had a super cruise. This trip I didn't participate in a cruise critic meet and greet group but I really think that enhances a trip and I missed it.
In light of the Concordia, I had big hopes for the safety drill. As far as the muster, no improvement at all. It was terrible, the worst I have ever experienced, people still arriving at their stations 15 minutes late, many carrying bottles of beer, icecream cones and even two guys with plates of food, nobody listening, everybody talking and laughing even during the demo and loud speaker..... We weren't put in line by height so I couldn't see anything, the loud speaker was all garbled. Not an officer in sight. It was awful. Only the usual dancers and low level employees in bright vests. But I gave an officer a piece of my mind when I saw one shortly after. Very rattling.
They did however have good instructions on the TV and also a very good video explaining in detail all the instruments up in the Bridge that officers follow and plot.


The food was good and salmon is back on as the everyday fish instead of mahi mahi. I had no problem picking something! Food was similar to the Magic but it is the the new menu like we have seen published by zydeco on cruise critic with the "didja..." suggestions etc. Ate breakfast mainly in the dining room. The buffets at lunch, the wok, deli, etc were great and open till 3:30. The tables were cleared fast and always available. Actually I was really impressed with the Lido staff.
My tablemates were great, just 4 of us singles, a lady from Toronto and two men, one man is a part owner of Milano Jewellers in all the ports and he was visiting his stores. Needless to say I bought a beautiful pair of ruby and diamond earrings with his discount! The two major shows were fantastic, the costumes and dancing etc. No cutbacks there. And the Punchliner comedians in the comedy club were fun, we had 3. One had to go home for an family prob.
Well, back to porridge and cereal for breakfast! And good coffee. Ship coffee is terrible. Loretta

[Clairescurtains]

We have not tried the Victory, glad it was a good time, specially the earrings.
:)
I'm sorry to hear the safety drill was not important to everyone, it should be as was recently demonstrated.:(

Has anyone heard anything about the Baltic?
We have our Magic pictures showing on the TV screen right now, sure it nice to see you all again. :D

[luv2cruz44]

Sounds like a good cruise, Loretta. I too had hoped that the muster drill would be taken more seriously after the recent disaster. One of the Australians on our Spirit to Oz roll call just got back from a cruise on the Victory but I doubt it was the same one you were on. I love the colors on the Victory! Maybe that is why I liked the Magic decor so much.

Claire, I have been following the thread on the main Carnival CC board about the Baltic cruises. Nothing definitive yet but it does appear hopeful that one of the Conquest style ships will be there in the summer of 2013. We are continuing to save our air miles for that eventuality.

[lettienets]

I was wondering if the Europe itineraries are delayed again because of the Costa Concordia accident. Hard to push Europe when people have visions of a ship on its side! There will probably be good deals when it happens.
Carnival Corp is taking a big loss with the Concordia and lawsuits etc, and now one less ship in the fleet..... Who knows what the plan will be?

[jpg1747]

Hi Judy! Happy to hear that you enjoyed your cruise! I'm envious:)

It was a wonderful and relaxing cruise. Very quiet without all you rowdy folks around. Played lots of trivia but never won, but still had a good time.

[Clairescurtains]

Glad you are having good times cruising but we don't have one planned so we are jealous.:o

We are waiting for the Baltic possibilities and a little more savings.;)

We do have a road trip planned for late May/early June. No DOD but seeing a bit of western America.:)

[luv2cruz44]

Glad you are having good times cruising but we don't have one planned so we are jealous.:o

We are waiting for the Baltic possibilities and a little more savings.;)

We do have a road trip planned for late May/early June. No DOD but seeing a bit of western America.:)



Western America?? Did I hear Western America?? Hey, we live in Western America. Any plans to head in our direction?

[Clairescurtains]

Western America?? Did I hear Western America?? Hey, we live in Western America. Any plans to head in our direction?

As far as I know we aren't going any further north than Napa. We are going to the Grand Canyon, Yosemite, San Francisco, Napa, Nevada City, Ca and then back east toward Salt Lake City and ???

I would like your phone number so if we get up your way we can get together. I am pretty sure you have my e-mail so send me a msg. sometime soon.

[Buckeye Geo]

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Need I say more!!!!

[nickb]

George

Congrats on the victory. It was a good game to watch. So many Super Bowls are blowouts, but this was fun to watch.

Nick

[Europebound]

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Need I say more!!!!Congrats George!!:) Terrific game!!;) We watched it here in Sedona, which is also terrific!!:):) Steve

[Clairescurtains]

We watched the whole game, it was hard fought and a nice victory.

[jpg1747]

The 3rd quarter was my favorite. That's when my pool numbers came up and I won $50. I'm happy that the Giants won, too.

[GRAMMYTAN]

Hello all - sounds like you all had a great cruise and roll call on your Med cruise on the Magic. We are doing the Med cruise for the third time in October - this time on the Breeze. Could I please bother you with a couple of questions?

In regards to Venice, I heard something about a people mover. Can someone shed some light on this, like where do you get on and off?

On prior cruises we have used a ship shuttle to Piazzo Roma to purchase our Vaperetto passes and board their. Is that still the closest place to the ship's dock to do this?

And finally, were you still allowed to bring on wine in each port to consume on board.

Sorry to jump in like this but would really appreciate your help.

[Clairescurtains]

I can answer a few of your questions.
The people mover is a good walk from where the ship docked [it might be a different dock next year] don't know about the ship tour, we try to avoid them if possible. The people mover just took you about 1/4 mile to the area where you can buy tickets and board vaparettos. You can also buy your tickets online in advance. http://europeforvisitors.com/venice/articles/venice-vaporetto-fares.htm

As to the wine, it is a toss up, sometimes there were ship personnel screening and they say "check your liquor/wine" and sometimes it is port personnel and they could care less, we bought several bottles and never checked anything but you may have a different experience.
There is/was a duty free store at the dock in Barcelona on the second story towards the right, before the picture takers and after the security. If you are boarding in Barcelona you can each take a bottle of wine on board with your carry on luggage.

Hope you have a wonderful trip.

[GRAMMYTAN]

I can answer a few of your questions.
The people mover is a good walk from where the ship docked [it might be a different dock next year] don't know about the ship tour, we try to avoid them if possible. The people mover just took you about 1/4 mile to the area where you can buy tickets and board vaparettos. You can also buy your tickets online in advance. http://europeforvisitors.com/venice/articles/venice-vaporetto-fares.htm

As to the wine, it is a toss up, sometimes there were ship personnel screening and they say "check your liquor/wine" and sometimes it is port personnel and they could care less, we bought several bottles and never checked anything but you may have a different experience.
There is/was a duty free store at the dock in Barcelona on the second story towards the right, before the picture takers and after the security. If you are boarding in Barcelona you can each take a bottle of wine on board with your carry on luggage.

Hope you have a wonderful trip.


Thank you for this info. We've sailed into Venice twice and each time the first place we could purchase tickets and board a water taxi or vaporetto was at Piazza Roma. Is there now a place nearer the ship/dock that you can do this, or is it still at Piazza Roma?

Thanks again

[Buckeye Geo]

Thank you for this info. We've sailed into Venice twice and each time the first place we could purchase tickets and board a water taxi or vaporetto was at Piazza Roma. Is there now a place nearer the ship/dock that you can do this, or is it still at Piazza Roma?

Thanks again

It is still Piazza Roma.

[GRAMMYTAN]

It is still Piazza Roma.


Thank you so much for the info. I apologize for jumping onto your thread. This has been a great help in our planning.

[lettienets]

Thank you for this info. We've sailed into Venice twice and each time the first place we could purchase tickets and board a water taxi or vaporetto was at Piazza Roma. Is there now a place nearer the ship/dock that you can do this, or is it still at Piazza Roma?

Thanks again
Actually, you can get a water taxi almost beside the ship at the pier. This is the one that goes direct to St Mark's (behind it) and I forget what they charge but there is a booth right there to buy tickets. This is one way not to have to take the Peoplemover to Piazzale Roma and then a vaparetto.

In Oct when on Carnival Magic I took a 2 hour Carnival ship tour on the day our ship arrived and it was with the same company. It was an overview or orientation of all the main islands. You did not get off the boat. The reason I took it is our ship arrived on a Sunday afternoon at 2pm and it was something to do late in the day that was easy and a lot of things in Venice were closed. The boat did let people out at St Mark's Square after the ride around tour before heading back to the ship if anybody wanted to get off and stay there. They also told them that drop off point behind St Mark's was the same place to catch a taxi direct back to the ship.
So this was my easy way to see something and the next day I actually walked into Venice from Piazza Roma, a little confusing but ok.
Rick Steve's guidebook of Venice was great.

[GRAMMYTAN]

Actually, you can get a water taxi almost beside the ship at the pier. This is the one that goes direct to St Mark's (behind it) and I forget what they charge but there is a booth right there to buy tickets. This is one way not to have to take the Peoplemover to Piazzale Roma and then a vaparetto.

In Oct when on Carnival Magic I took a 2 hour Carnival ship tour on the day our ship arrived and it was with the same company. It was an overview or orientation of all the main islands. You did not get off the boat. The reason I took it is our ship arrived on a Sunday afternoon at 2pm and it was something to do late in the day that was easy and a lot of things in Venice were closed. The boat did let people out at St Mark's Square after the ride around tour before heading back to the ship if anybody wanted to get off and stay there. They also told them that drop off point was the same place to catch a taxi direct back to the ship. So there is an easier but more expensive way to get aound. The tour was also inexpensive as I recall. Or just take the taxi.

Thank you Lettie. This sounds like the arrangment we have been hearing about. I think it must be new since we were last there in 2009. I am sure that this is what we will do. We were looking into hiring a private water taxi for 10 pax to pick us up at the pier but our concern was if we arrived earlier (as we did in 2009 by 2 hours) we would have to wait for the water taxi to arrive. Do you recall how much the tickets were? Also some of us are going on to St Marks and some of us are going to head out to Murano and Burano the first day. Do you know if there is a transport direct from the pier to the islands?

[lettienets]

Thank you Lettie. This sounds like the arrangment we have been hearing about. I think it must be new since we were last there in 2009. I am sure that this is what we will do. We were looking into hiring a private water taxi for 10 pax to pick us up at the pier but our concern was if we arrived earlier (as we did in 2009 by 2 hours) we would have to wait for the water taxi to arrive. Do you recall how much the tickets were? Also some of us are going on to St Marks and some of us are going to head out to Murano and Burano the first day. Do you know if there is a transport direct from the pier to the islands?
My two hour narrated boat tour/ride with Carnival on a boat from the same company was only around 20 euros. And like I said, on the way back it will let people off at St Mark's if they did not want to go back to the ship.

Now the water taxi from the pier, and the ticket booth is very visible.
I thought it was around 14 euros for a group boat taxi, it is a group, and it goes around the island, not down the grand canal direct to St Mark's. It was not a bad price, since you would have to pay a euro or 1.5 for the Peoplemover and then 6.5 euro for the vaparetto unless you got a pass of some sort. So what the heck, it gets you there fast and direct....

I never heard anyone mention any direct way to Murano and Burano from the pier. You have to take the Peoplemover to Piazzale Roma and go from there somewhere. The Rick Steves book has info that says you can get to Murano from St Mark's (the big boat dock San Zaccaria-Jolanda dock behind St Marks near the Bridge of Sighs) vaparetto #41 goes every 10 min and you can go from Murano to Burano from there too LN vaparetto from the Murano every 30 min. See if you can get the guide at the library. It is worth buying for Venice. Has detailed info on everything there, all the info you need even inside buildings and churches, other places too.

[lettienets]

Ok Magicians, anybody looking at these new 2013 Carnival itineraries that came out today?

Keep in mind, no word yet on the ships going over for more Europe and the Baltics in 2013.

[GRAMMYTAN]

My two hour narrated boat tour/ride with Carnival on a boat from the same company was only around 20 euros. And like I said, on the way back it will let people off at St Mark's if they did not want to go back to the ship.

Now the water taxi from the pier, and the ticket booth is very visible.
I thought it was around 14 euros for a group boat taxi, it is a group, and it goes around the island, not down the grand canal direct to St Mark's. It was not a bad price, since you would have to pay a euro or 1.5 for the Peoplemover and then 6.5 euro for the vaparetto unless you got a pass of some sort. So what the heck, it gets you there fast and direct....

I never heard anyone mention any direct way to Murano and Burano from the pier. You have to take the Peoplemover to Piazzale Roma and go from there somewhere. The Rick Steves book has info that says you can get to Murano from St Mark's (the big boat dock San Zaccaria-Jolanda dock behind St Marks near the Bridge of Sighs) vaparetto #41 goes every 10 min and you can go from Murano to Burano from there too LN vaparetto from the Murano every 30 min. See if you can get the guide at the library. It is worth buying for Venice. Has detailed info on everything there, all the info you need even inside buildings and churches, other places too.


Again, thanks so much for this info. Even though this is my third cruise to Venice it seems that some things have changed. I downloaded the sample of Rick Steve's book onto my Kindle and it does look good. Trying to decide whether to load the entire book onto my Kindle or buy the book. I'll probably download since it is easier to carry.

As for Burano and Murano I had printed out directions on transfers to get there the last time and was taking a group of 20+ cruisers with us. A nice young Italian businessman I met on the first leg of the vaporetto going to St Marks actualy got off with us and took us to the next stop and showed us the routing to take and where to get off and board the ferry out to the Islands.

I wish C.C. would leave the roll calls for reference. The prior roll calls were a wealth of information for us when we were planning our first two Med cruises.

[jpg1747]

Ok Magicians, anybody looking at these new 2013 Carnival itineraries that came out today?

Keep in mind, no word yet on the ships going over for more Europe and the Baltics in 2013.

I'm looking hard at the 8 day Eastern sailing on January 19 for my birthday cruise next year. I'm not thrilled about St. Thomas and Nassau but I definitely want to go to Antigua and Tortola. The Freedom does the exaxt same cruise for less money, but I really think the Breeze is worth the difference.

[lettienets]

.....
As for Burano and Murano I had printed out directions on transfers to get there the last time and was taking a group of 20+ cruisers with us. A nice young Italian businessman I met on the first leg of the vaporetto going to St Marks actualy got off with us and took us to the next stop and showed us the routing to take and where to get off and board the ferry out to the Islands.

.....
The water taxi fare to St Mark's was each person around 14 euros.
That was nice of the fellow to show you the dock where the water taxis etc are behind St Mark's. I think you can vaparettos there to a lot of places. I carted my Rick Steve's book around and it was great for little maps and descriptions inside buildings. I had a lot of pages highlighted and turned down so the book itself worked for me and the index etc. So handy. Not sure how that works on a kindle etc.

Ship pals here, I booked all 3 legs of the SA cruises, going for broke!
Heck, some people go to Florida for the winter, I am going cruising for 48 days in 2013! Won't have to worry about being platinum now no matter what scheme Carnival changes to.!

[luv2cruz44]

After a lot of soul searching, Gale & I have opted out of the Splendor around the horn cruise and are still hoping for the Baltic cruises to come out. Any more of you in that position??

[amberkitty]

:)Ok Magicians, anybody looking at these new 2013 Carnival itineraries that came out today?

Keep in mind, no word yet on the ships going over for more Europe and the Baltics in 2013.
I am looking into the Panama Canal, we are currently booked on the Splendor for 15 days to Hawaii; and haven't been getting very enthusiastic about it. When I read the announcement yesterday, I lit up like a Christmas Tree!! :)

[luv2cruz44]

:)
I am looking into the Panama Canal, we are currently booked on the Splendor for 15 days to Hawaii; and haven't been getting very enthusiastic about it. When I read the announcement yesterday, I lit up like a Christmas Tree!! :)

As I said on another thread, we did the Panama Canal transit on the Pride and on the Elation. The Pride was sooo much better. Firstly, there is much more open decking so everyone can get a good view as you go through the locks. Also, because the Spirit class is a bigger ship, it gets very, very close to the walls; I believe they said a foot and a half on each side, so if you are on a lower deck, next to a window, you have an up close and personal look at the canal walls.

And, just to make it better...Steve & Marilyn (Europebound) just posted on our Australia roll call that they have booked the Miracle also.

[Sundiego]

After a lot of soul searching, Gale & I have opted out of the Splendor around the horn cruise and are still hoping for the Baltic cruises to come out. Any more of you in that position??

Ann,

I am just waiting for that Baltics itinerary to get posted and will jump in. Also, wanted to let you and Gale know, we finally bought a motor home! Took a little searching to find just the right one at the right price, but Royce is happy now :)

Denise

[lettienets]

Ann,

I am just waiting for that Baltics itinerary to get posted and will jump in. Also, wanted to let you and Gale know, we finally bought a motor home! Took a little searching to find just the right one at the right price, but Royce is happy now :)

Denise
So you did buy a motor home, I remember we were talking about in Magic up in the Lido around breakfast and I was trying to persuade you not to! :D Well make sure you get out and get your money's worth out of it! Have fun!

All these new itineraries have really created a lot of excitement for everybody, like what to do next!

Since I booked the SA ones, Baltics will be another time unless I real blow the bank!

[Sundiego]

So you did buy a motor home, I remember we were talking about in Magic up in the Lido around breakfast and I was trying to persuade you not to! :D Well make sure you get out and get your money's worth out of it! Have fun!



LOL Loretta! I remember that conversation. You said "Stuff! Stuff! Why do people want more stuff!" Haha. Actually, this isn't our first "camping vehicle"... we love that lifestyle as much as cruising so I'm sure we will enjoy :)

~Denise

[luv2cruz44]

Ann,

I am just waiting for that Baltics itinerary to get posted and will jump in. Also, wanted to let you and Gale know, we finally bought a motor home! Took a little searching to find just the right one at the right price, but Royce is happy now :)

Denise


Oh Denise, tell us all about it! Year, length, kind features that you like. I'd never ask the price as it is none of my business and as long as you are happy, who cares! Would love to hear the other details and glad you are still onboard for the Baltic.

Loretta, just out of curiosity, what was your objection to the motorhome? I know as a single, RV traveling is a bit more problematic. I have a great deal of admiration for the women we have met who have lost their mate but still keep RVing. Just don't think I could do that.

[lettienets]

......Loretta, just out of curiosity, what was your objection to the motorhome? I know as a single, RV traveling is a bit more problematic. I have a great deal of admiration for the women we have met who have lost their mate but still keep RVing. Just don't think I could do that.
Money. :p For the amount of time you will own and expect to use it, is it worth it at his stage of life to buy or rent. That is how I would look at it. Ownership over renting and use of the money/value on other things.

[luv2cruz44]

Money. :p For the amount of time you will own and expect to use it, is it worth it at his stage of life to buy or rent. That is how I would look at it. Ownership over renting and use of the money/value on other things.

Aha, now I understand! Since RVing was something we discovered before cruising, our motorhome has been a good investment for us. It has allowed us to enjoy a lifestyle with a lot of people our age, has allowed us to meet people and see parts of the US we wouldn't have been able to do otherwise. RVers. like cruisers run in the same circles and you meet up with each other from time to time. Sort of a social network, much like cruising is to us as well.

[nickb]

He everyone. I am amazed looking at the winter weather that our Med ports are having. The picture of ice on the Venice canals was amazing, as well as the heavy snows and ice in Croatia. I see Rome is supposed to get 11 " of snow today. That is surprising to me, considering all the palm trees we saw on that trip.

We booked the Carnival Freedom for October 2012. Going to Aruba, Caracao, Grand Turk and La Romana. Looking forward to another trip to the Caribbean. I just wish it was sooner, rather than later.

Nick

[lettienets]

I was amazed at the ice on the canals in Venice too, burr. And snow in Rome. I was actually surprised how cool it was when there in Oct. on our cruise!

[Europebound]

Hey Magics,
We just booked the Miracle thru the Canal!;) C'mon down!!:) STEVE

[lettienets]

Hey Magics,
We just booked the Miracle thru the Canal!;) C'mon down!!:) STEVE
If the Panama did not conflict with the SA I would do it even tho I just went on Elation in Apr 2010 (after we all met on Dream in Nov 2009) That one was west to east. Would like to go there again especially when it is winter here. We have snow today, last night, tomorrow, not a big accumulation but it is really cold out there. Decided not to go to aerobics. Burr.
I won't rule out the Baltics, depends on when. Since SA is spring, it would have to be fall with a TA maybe. I am just looking at how to pay for all these trips, juggling the figures! :rolleyes:

Wonder if Carnival is going to send two ships to Europe or one. They are short one now eh? But their name is in the mud...

[nickb]

Denise and Royce
Congrats on the motor home. You'll have a blast with it. Enjoy it for all its worth. Use it, use it, use it.
Nick

[nickb]

Yeah, we're getting the same weather here in Pa. Snow, windy and cold. Think I'll stay indoors today. I remember when I lived for this kind of weather. Every weekend in the mountains skiing. NOW, bring on the warm weather. How times have changed.
Nick

[amberkitty]

I think you will see us again Steve ( and I forget...:o) Carson and I are going to book this the first of the week. You two have been on so many cruises; what do you think of a balcony on deck 7 mid ship for this ship? And which side do you think would be best?
Thanks
Sounds like we'll be in touch!
Nancy

[lettienets]

Yeah, we're getting the same weather here in Pa. Snow, windy and cold. Think I'll stay indoors today. I remember when I lived for this kind of weather. Every weekend in the mountains skiing. NOW, bring on the warm weather. How times have changed.
Nick
:D I agree, I used to ski too. The longer I live the more I look back and think, was that my life? It is wierd eh, all the segments...:p

Are you looking at the South America, Panama or future Baltic cruises Nick?

[amberkitty]

Hey Magics,
We just booked the Miracle thru the Canal!;) C'mon down!!:) STEVE
Steve, come join the roll call for the Miracle thru the canal!!

[nickb]

:D I agree, I used to ski too. The longer I live the more I look back and think, was that my life? It is wierd eh, all the segments...:p

Are you looking at the South America, Panama or future Baltic cruises Nick?

No, Lettie, not at this time, although the Baltic does sound nice. Hawaii and Alaska are on our bucket list down the road. Now if we win the lottery, then plans will change. Lol.

Nick

[lettienets]

No, Lettie, not at this time, although the Baltic does sound nice. Hawaii and Alaska are on our bucket list down the road. Now if we win the lottery, then plans will change. Lol.
Nick

I am getting used to kitty chow :p I can tell you I never thought I would ever be doing this many trips. It seems before one is over I am living lean saving for the next one! Funny, I never seem to lose any weight! It is so exciting to have a nice trip to look forward to and cruise critic has really enhanced travel with these chat groups.
Just love Europe. And SA is calling ......

[nickb]

I put a lot of pics from the Magic Med cruise on a digital photo frame in our living room. It's nice because every day when I see the pics I feel like I am reliving a part of that trip. The scenery was just awe inspiring in so many places.

Really never thought of a SA cruise. I should look up the itineraries. As I mentioned earlier we booked the Freedom for October and some friends want us to go on a RCCL trip in April. While it sounds nice, it's probably not going to happen. We'll know more after filing our tazes later this week. LOL.

BTW, I like the kitty chow comment.

Nick

[Sundiego]

From John Heald's FB Page a few minutes ago:

"Tomorrow we will release the first information on Carnival's 2013 European schedule. Its going to be brilliant."

[luv2cruz44]

From John Heald's FB Page a few minutes ago:

"Tomorrow we will release the first information on Carnival's 2013 European schedule. Its going to be brilliant."


Thanks for this information, Denise. As if we didn't already have enough decisions with the Splendor SA and the Miracle PC. Glad we opted out of both of those. Can hardly wait to see the itineraries.

[lettienets]

Thanks for this information, Denise. As if we didn't already have enough decisions with the Splendor SA and the Miracle PC. Glad we opted out of both of those. Can hardly wait to see the itineraries.
I'll be waving you goodbye for the Baltic one! Just can't add anymore to my budget at the moment. Too much with all else I have going! I am not dead yet so I will just have to hope I can do other trips down the road. :p Meanwhile I am still going to London May 31 for the Queen's Diamond Jubilee events (like the royal wedding last year) then Spain volunteering in Oct plus Breeze TA Nov 6 home and then the SA 3 leg 2013. Can we say greedy!:rolleyes:

[lives to cruise]

Check out the Carnival web site. The Legend is going to do some awesome Europe Itn's and even does the Baltic! :)

[Sundiego]

Check out the Carnival web site. The Legend is going to do some awesome Europe Itn's and even does the Baltic! :)

Hi Michael & Sallie! I really want to do St. Petersburg ever since Loretta talked about it on the Magic! Got an email from my PVP this morning. Thinking, thinking....

~Denise

[luv2cruz44]

Just doing a preliminary check, the ones on 9/1/13 and 9/13/13 sound good to us with a round trip airfare from London. We always like the idea of a B2B when you have to fly this far to do a cruise. What are others feeling? A big plus is that it is the Spirit class ship.

[Clairescurtains]

Just doing a preliminary check, the ones on 9/1/13 and 9/13/13 sound good to us with a round trip airfare from London. We always like the idea of a B2B when you have to fly this far to do a cruise. What are others feeling? A big plus is that it is the Spirit class ship.

I don't think we have done a Spirit class ship but that doesn't matter at all specially since it seems to be a good thing.:)
We are definitely thinking about this, would love to cruise with you all again.:D

Just took a look and Al likes the 9/13/13 one that goes to Edinburgh and Dublin, me too, with a few days in England on the way.

[Smooth Sailing]

Just doing a preliminary check, the ones on 9/1/13 and 9/13/13 sound good to us with a round trip airfare from London. We always like the idea of a B2B when you have to fly this far to do a cruise. What are others feeling? A big plus is that it is the Spirit class ship.I love the 9/1 Norway heavy itinerary and the 9/13 Scotland/Ireland itinerary.:) We'll be seriously considering one of these 'bucket' itineraries!:) Steve(Europebound)

[jpg1747]

I'm liking a few of them. I still have to check out Princess and RCCL to see where I can get the most bang for my buck. Hopefully, some of us will be on the same cruise again. As much as I'd love to do a B2B, I don't have the vacation time or the money right now, so I have to pick just one.

[Buckeye Geo]

It looks like the Legend ia doing St Petersbert in July & August. Itenary looks very good.

[luv2cruz44]

I don't think we have done a Spirit class ship but that doesn't matter at all specially since it seems to be a good thing.:)
We are definitely thinking about this, would love to cruise with you all again.:D

Just took a look and Al likes the 9/13/13 one that goes to Edinburgh and Dublin, me too, with a few days in England on the way.

I love the 9/1 Norway heavy itinerary and the 9/13 Scotland/Ireland itinerary.:) We'll be seriously considering one of these 'bucket' itineraries!:) Steve(Europebound)


All I can say is...HIP HIP HOORAY!!

[luv2cruz44]

It looks like the Legend ia doing St Petersbert in July & August. Itenary looks very good.


If you do the last August one, George, we can wave at each other as you're leaving and we're getting on! Maybe have coffee together before we board.

[Buckeye Geo]

If you do the last August one, George, we can wave at each other as you're leaving and we're getting on! Maybe have coffee together before we board.

That's nice, but I would rather cruise with you & Gale.:)

[luv2cruz44]

That's nice, but I would rather cruise with you & Gale.:)

AHH, that's nice George. We too would love to cruise with you and Joyce. Hey...it could happen. Nothing is in cement yet.

[Buckeye Geo]

AHH, that's nice George. We too would love to cruise with you and Joyce. Hey...it could happen. Nothing is in cement yet.

The Aug. St Pete cruise is very port intensive, but the Sept 13th British Isle cruise is really to my liking.

[jpg1747]

I just checked the Carnival website. Ouch! Unless the prices come way down, I won't be doing any of these. Way to expensive for me.

[Buckeye Geo]

The Aug. St Pete cruise is very port intensive, but the Sept 13th British Isle cruise is really to my liking.

The only problen with the 13th departure it come out on a Friday:eek::eek:

[luv2cruz44]

The only problen with the 13th departure it come out on a Friday:eek::eek:


Can I ask why that is a problem, George?

[cjcruiser27]

I think I will make a deposit on the 9/13th cruise:D have always wanted to see Scotland!The Aug. St Pete cruise is very port intensive, but the Sept 13th British Isle cruise is really to my liking.

[Buckeye Geo]

Can I ask why that is a problem, George?

Friday the 13th eek. No problem for me.

[luv2cruz44]

I think I will make a deposit on the 9/13th cruise:D have always wanted to see Scotland!


Good for you Cheryl...will be good to see you again.

Friday the 13th eek. No problem for me.

I had not even thought of that. No problem for me as well. As I type this, my TA is working on booking the 9/1/13 and the 9/13/13 cruises. It would be good to see lots of you aboard. And, Steve & Marilyn (Europebound) have already booked these two as well.

[lettienets]

I like so many of the itineraries if I actually pick one or two. :p
But I am already going to London May/June and as far as the UK I have really seen a lot of it over the years. Even did a couple of those narrow boat canal cruises there. I don't venture past London anymore unless I am visiting a friend. Would rather do a Baltic one.

My pvp called today and she said the past guest rate will be the same as early saver a few days. I don't want to commit again to ES and get stuck with the non refundable and the rebooking fee again, did that twice last year already!

So I am on the fence unfortunately. Just feel too wound up to make another travel decision when I have so much else going, esp the $$$$$ SA. Bought more euros and pounds yesterday for upcoming trips.

I will be watching what you all do with great interest!:)

[luv2cruz44]

Well, it is official. We have booked the 9/1/13 and the 9/13/13 cruises. We got our favorite room, same one we have for Australia and got a military rate that was only $100.00 more per cruise than the early saver rate. Like Loretta, we would rather not have to deal with penalties, just in case.

[libby10205]

Wow, we are booked for the future!!
3 segments around South America.
B2B on Legend in Europe. Aug 20 and Sept 1, 2013.

[Clairescurtains]

OK, we are booked but with a refundable fare and at about the lowest possible rate. ;) No windows or balconies for us.:rolleyes: That is subject to change of course, we might decide to upgrade the room but for now we are just happy to be booked.
Al said he was not looking for another cruise for a while but Scotland and Ireland intrigued him. We loved the southwest of Ireland and happy to see the eastern/northern side.

WOOHOO!:D

[cjcruiser27]

So you are on the 9/13 cruise? OK, we are booked but with a refundable fare and at about the lowest possible rate. ;) No windows or balconies for us.:rolleyes: That is subject to change of course, we might decide to upgrade the room but for now we are just happy to be booked.
Al said he was not looking for another cruise for a while but Scotland and Ireland intrigued him. We loved the southwest of Ireland and happy to see the eastern/northern side.

WOOHOO!:D

[Buckeye Geo]

Our TA has an open house this weekend and I am picking her brain as to pricing. We are looking at inside refundable deposit using Military and past cruiser rate. Will let you know how we made out. It might be time to start a new thread.

[libby10205]

OK, we are booked but with a refundable fare and at about the lowest possible rate. ;) No windows or balconies for us.:rolleyes: That is subject to change of course, we might decide to upgrade the room but for now we are just happy to be booked.
Al said he was not looking for another cruise for a while but Scotland and Ireland intrigued him. We loved the southwest of Ireland and happy to see the eastern/northern side.

WOOHOO!:D

Where are you going and on which ship?

[Clairescurtains]

So you are on the 9/13 cruise?

That was the one that appealed to us the most so we have booked it and I started a roll call, or at least I think I did.
Glad to know we are sailing together again.:)

[Clairescurtains]

That was the one that appealed to us the most so we have booked it and I started a roll call, or at least I think I did.
Glad to know we are sailing together again.:)

I am sorry you will be on another cruise but glad you found one you like.

[cjcruiser27]

Yes you did! I will see you over there! .. we have booked it and I started a roll call, or at least I think I did.
Glad to know we are sailing together again.:)

[Buckeye Geo]

That was the one that appealed to us the most so we have booked it and I started a roll call, or at least I think I did.
Glad to know we are sailing together again.:)

Thanks for starting the new link...Do we have any more interested? Here is the link http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?p=32433786#post32433786

[lettienets]

Wow, what a busy bunch, booking cruises like drunken sailors!
I think it will still take some a few days to pull it all together.

[Clairescurtains]

Wow, what a busy bunch, booking cruises like drunken sailors!
I think it will still take some a few days to pull it all together.


We love being drunken sailors. :D

I hope all of our friends from this cruise and other cruises get the message and can join us for the 9/13/13 cruise, it is going to be great.:)

[jpg1747]

Is anyone else going on, or considering, the August 20 cruise that includes St. Petersburg?

[libby10205]

Is anyone else going on, or considering, the August 20 cruise that includes St. Petersburg?

Jack and I are, Judy. That was my first choice! I really want to get to St Petersburg.

[jpg1747]

Jack and I are, Judy. That was my first choice! I really want to get to St Petersburg.

I stuck my nose into the Roll Call and saw you and Val. I need to do some banking stuff this Saturday and then I can book it. I figure I'll reserve something under the past passenger rate and then if I find something better (i.e., cheaper) elsewhere, I can always cancel.

[travelbug67]

Is anyone else going on, or considering, the August 20 cruise that includes St. Petersburg?

Considering this one.

Dale

[lettienets]

Some of the people I know of from different cruises and plans and thoughts (you know me, tracking things....)
Future Cruises – who is going where on Legend
Baltic/Europe/UK
smk1574 steve and Marilyn Legend b2b Sept 1 and Sept 13, 2013 Britain, Norway
valp41 Val and Roger Aug 20, 2013 Baltic
cjcruiser27 Cheryl Sept 13, 2013 Britain
carolynsd Aug 20, 2013 Baltic
travelady Deb, JP, Pam looking at Aug 8, 2013 Baltic
afcj1 Annette (from Breeze) Aug 20, 2013 Baltic
luv2cruz44 Ann and Gale Sept 1 and Sept 13, 2013 Britain Norway
libby10205 Libby and Jack Aug 20 and Sept 1 Baltic, Norway
clairescurtains Claire and Al Britain,Ireland Sept 13, 2013 Norway
newcruisers04 Lori and Rick maybe
triggerman David and Wade (SA cruise) Aug Baltic

this is what I got so far...

[luv2cruz44]

Some of the people I know of from different cruises and plans and thoughts (you know me, tracking things....)
Future Cruises – who is going where on Legend
Baltic/Europe/UK
smk1574 steve and Marilyn Legend b2b Sept 1 and Sept 13, 2013 Britain, Norway
valp41 Val and Roger Aug 20, 2013 Baltic
cjcruiser27 Cheryl Sept 13, 2013 Britain
carolynsd Aug 20, 2013 Baltic
travelady Deb, JP, Pam looking at Aug 8, 2013 Baltic
afcj1 Annette (from Breeze) Aug 20, 2013 Baltic
luv2cruz44 Ann and Gale Sept 1 and Sept 13, 2013 Britain Norway
libby10205 Libby and Jack Aug 20 and Sept 1 Baltic, Norway
clairescurtains Claire and Al Britain,Ireland Sept 13, 2013 Norway
newcruisers04 Lori and Rick maybe
triggerman David and Wade (SA cruise) Aug Baltic

this is what I got so far...


You are a tracking lady, Loretta! Add another cruise to Jack & Libby...they have just added the 9/13/13 to the list of their to do cruises. And Lori and Rick and firm on the 9/13/13 cruise. In fact, Lori is doing the roll call.

[Buckeye Geo]

Some of the people I know of from different cruises and plans and thoughts (you know me, tracking things....)
Future Cruises – who is going where on Legend
Baltic/Europe/UK
smk1574 steve and Marilyn Legend b2b Sept 1 and Sept 13, 2013 Britain, Norway
valp41 Val and Roger Aug 20, 2013 Baltic
cjcruiser27 Cheryl Sept 13, 2013 Britain
carolynsd Aug 20, 2013 Baltic
travelady Deb, JP, Pam looking at Aug 8, 2013 Baltic
afcj1 Annette (from Breeze) Aug 20, 2013 Baltic
luv2cruz44 Ann and Gale Sept 1 and Sept 13, 2013 Britain Norway
libby10205 Libby and Jack Aug 20 and Sept 1 Baltic, Norway
clairescurtains Claire and Al Britain,Ireland Sept 13, 2013 Norway
newcruisers04 Lori and Rick maybe
triggerman David and Wade (SA cruise) Aug Baltic

this is what I got so far...

You can add Buckeye Geo George & Joyce to the Britain Ireland Sept 13th list.

[lettienets]

You are a tracking lady, Loretta! Add another cruise to Jack & Libby...they have just added the 9/13/13 to the list of their to do cruises. And Lori and Rick and firm on the 9/13/13 cruise. In fact, Lori is doing the roll call.
Are Jack and Libby doing 3?:eek: I had them already on Aug 20 and
Sept 1 ...I updated my list. What the heck is it with me and lists!:rolleyes:
Looks like a trend for the Aug 20th one... I like that one and the one after it. I will keep my eyes open for the endgame, but most likely the Baltic ones will sell out for sure! I am already going to London in May/June... this year.
It is hard to believe all this planning is for 2013!!!Definitely cruise junkies!

[Clairescurtains]

It will be difficult to keep up with since you will not be with us, that is unless you change your mind and keep up the cat food.;) I think the reason it has not caused you to lose weight is that cat food is very rich, try puppy chow and it might help. LOL

That roll call is taking off like a '65 Corvette, peeling rubber and I am going to be lost in a flash.:o

OK, I am confused, I had CJcruiser and Carolynsd mixed up, I now realize who Carolynsd is [Marilyn's friend] but please somebody help me with Cjcruiser Cheryl. I must be losing more brain cells than I thought.:eek:

[libby10205]

You are a tracking lady, Loretta! Add another cruise to Jack & Libby...they have just added the 9/13/13 to the list of their to do cruises. And Lori and Rick and firm on the 9/13/13 cruise. In fact, Lori is doing the roll call.

.....:)......

[luv2cruz44]

It will be difficult to keep up with since you will not be with us, that is unless you change your mind and keep up the cat food.;) I think the reason it has not caused you to lose weight is that cat food is very rich, try puppy chow and it might help. LOL

That roll call is taking off like a '65 Corvette, peeling rubber and I am going to be lost in a flash.:o

OK, I am confused, I had CJcruiser and Carolynsd mixed up, I now realize who Carolynsd is [Marilyn's friend] but please somebody help me with Cjcruiser Cheryl. I must be losing more brain cells than I thought.:eek:


Claire, I describe Cheryl as that attractive youngish looking woman, tall with a nice figure, blondish curly hair. She was on your Amalfi tour. Very pleasant.

[Buckeye Geo]

It will be difficult to keep up with since you will not be with us, that is unless you change your mind and keep up the cat food.;) I think the reason it has not caused you to lose weight is that cat food is very rich, try puppy chow and it might help. LOL

That roll call is taking off like a '65 Corvette, peeling rubber and I am going to be lost in a flash.:o

OK, I am confused, I had CJcruiser and Carolynsd mixed up, I now realize who Carolynsd is [Marilyn's friend] but please somebody help me with Cjcruiser Cheryl. I must be losing more brain cells than I thought.:eek:

Cheryl is the tall (very Attractive) young lady that was on our Amalfi Coast tour.

[Clairescurtains]

Thanks Ann and for the picture George, I agree, pretty and nice.:)

[travelbug67]

Hi all. Just booked August 20 Baltic cruise.

Dale

[jpg1747]

Hi all. Just booked August 20 Baltic cruise.

Dale


Me too.

[lettienets]

Future Cruises – who is going where on Legend
Baltic/Europe/UK...
smki574 steve and Marilyn Legend b2b Sept 1 and Sept 13, 2013 Britain, Norway
valp41 Val and Roger Aug 20, 2013 Baltic
cjcruiser27 Cheryl Sept 13, 2013 Britain
carolynsd Aug 20, 2013 Baltic
travelady Deb, JP, Pam looking at Aug 8, 2013 Baltic July3
afcj1 Annette (from Breeze) Aug 20, 2013 Baltic
luv2cruz44 Ann and Gale Sept 1 and Sept 13, 2013 Britain Norway
libby10205 Libby and Jack Aug 20 and Sept 1 and Sept 13 Baltic, Norway...
clairescurtains Claire and Al Britain,Ireland Sept 13, 2013 Norway
newcruisers04 Lori and Rick Sept 13, 2013 Norway...
triggerman David and Wade (SA cruise) Aug Baltic
travelbug67 Dale Aug 20, 2013
jpg1747 JudyAug 20, 2013

I suppose once all this gets settled we will have to wrap up this area and you can continue on the other roll calls

My PVP called today and said the Past Guest prices (refundable deposit)=ES prices (nonrefundalble) at the moment and upgrades, end Monday night. Did anybody get any upgrades or were prices up the same for now. I stopped looking.

[Clairescurtains]

My PVP called today and said the Past Guest prices (refundable deposit)=ES prices (nonrefundalble) at the moment and upgrades, end Monday night. Did anybody get any upgrades or were prices up the same for now. I stopped looking.

I booked online through CCL and didn't see anything about upgrades but the early saver and past guest rates were the same. At least the base rates were, we did get a room on 7 rather than the least pricey one. I thought getting something refundable was a good plan. We might upgrade as time gets closer but for right now we are at least on the ship. It looks to me like it will be very popular based on the huge response on the new roll call.

[lettienets]

I booked online through CCL and didn't see anything about upgrades but the early saver and past guest rates were the same. At least the base rates were, we did get a room on 7 rather than the least pricey one. I thought getting something refundable was a good plan. We might upgrade as time gets closer but for right now we are at least on the ship. It looks to me like it will be very popular based on the huge response on the new roll call.
It seems to me they weren't charging a premium yet for some upper floors so maybe that is the upgrade my pvp was talking about., where some prices were the same. I don't know I did not pay that much attention because I know I am not booking.... But after Monday ES will be the lowest price and past guest will not be the same as ES.
I would book refundable too. If I had to cancel my 3 legs of my South America for any reason, I would have 3 deposits there I would have to transfer to something else too.:rolleyes:

[cjcruiser27]

Wow! You are all so very kind:)!! Did you have the right glasses on?:DThanks Ann and for the picture George, I agree, pretty and nice.:)

[jpg1747]

I booked online through CCL and didn't see anything about upgrades but the early saver and past guest rates were the same. At least the base rates were, we did get a room on 7 rather than the least pricey one. I thought getting something refundable was a good plan. We might upgrade as time gets closer but for right now we are at least on the ship. It looks to me like it will be very popular based on the huge response on the new roll call.

I did the same thing Claire. I generally book on Riviera or Main, but this time I booked on Empress. The upcharge was only $10/day. The only way to get any kind of inside with a window (1A or 4K) was at the full rate and it just wasn't worth it.

[luv2cruz44]

I booked online through CCL and didn't see anything about upgrades but the early saver and past guest rates were the same. At least the base rates were, we did get a room on 7 rather than the least pricey one. I thought getting something refundable was a good plan. We might upgrade as time gets closer but for right now we are at least on the ship. It looks to me like it will be very popular based on the huge response on the new roll call.


Claire, did you check the military rate? That is what I got for my 4K and it was only $100.00 more per cabin than the early saver. This way we still get price drops before final payment and no penalty for cancellation.



Wow! You are all so very kind:)!! Did you have the right glasses on?:D


Since we all described you the same, Cheryl, I think you can take that description to the bank. Isn't it nice to see how your fellow cruisers really feel about you?

[Buckeye Geo]

Claire, did you check the military rate? That is what I got for my 4K and it was only $100.00 more per cabin than the early saver. This way we still get price drops before final payment and no penalty for cancellation.

Since we all described you the same, Cheryl, I think you can take that description to the bank. Isn't it nice to see how your fellow cruisers really feel about you?

The 4K cabin was not available for Past Cruiser rate..The Past cruiser rate was lower then the Military rate for some strange reason. If we elected to take a 4K cabin the price would have been almost $400 more.

[lettienets]

Future Cruises – who is going where on Legend
Baltic/Europe/UK...
smki574 steve and Marilyn Legend b2b Sept 1 and Sept 13, 2013 Britain, Norway
valp41 Val and Roger Aug 20, 2013 Baltic
cjcruiser27 Cheryl Sept 13, 2013 Britain
carolynsd Aug 20, 2013 Baltic
travelady Deb, JP, Pam looking at Baltic July3
afcj1 Annette (from Breeze) Aug 20, 2013 Baltic
luv2cruz44 Ann and Gale Sept 1 and Sept 13, 2013 Britain Norway
libby10205 Libby and Jack Aug 20 and Sept 1 and Sept 13 Baltic, Norway...
clairescurtains Claire and Al Britain,Ireland Sept 13, 2013 Norway
newcruisers04 Lori and Rick Sept 13, 2013 Norway...
triggerman David and Wade (SA cruise) Aug Baltic
travelbug67 Dale Aug 20, 2013
jpg1747 JudyAug 20, 2013
maryann2 Mary Aug 20, 2013
Buckeye Geo George & Joyce to the Britain Ireland Sept 13, 2013

Now Buckeye too, now I really feel left out!
Well Linda PVP said to call by Mon to get past guest ...have thinking to do.

[Buckeye Geo]

Future Cruises – who is going where on Legend
Baltic/Europe/UK...
smki574 steve and Marilyn Legend b2b Sept 1 and Sept 13, 2013 Britain, Norway
valp41 Val and Roger Aug 20, 2013 Baltic
cjcruiser27 Cheryl Sept 13, 2013 Britain
carolynsd Aug 20, 2013 Baltic
travelady Deb, JP, Pam looking at Baltic July3
afcj1 Annette (from Breeze) Aug 20, 2013 Baltic
luv2cruz44 Ann and Gale Sept 1 and Sept 13, 2013 Britain Norway
libby10205 Libby and Jack Aug 20 and Sept 1 and Sept 13 Baltic, Norway...
clairescurtains Claire and Al Britain,Ireland Sept 13, 2013 Norway
newcruisers04 Lori and Rick Sept 13, 2013 Norway...
triggerman David and Wade (SA cruise) Aug Baltic
travelbug67 Dale Aug 20, 2013
jpg1747 JudyAug 20, 2013
maryann2 Mary Aug 20, 2013
Buckeye Geo George & Joyce to the Britain Ireland Sept 13, 2013

Now Buckeye too, now I really feel left out!
Well Linda PVP said to call by Mon to get past guest ...have thinking to do.

Come on Lettie we need you.

[luv2cruz44]

Loretta, I just posted your idea fo meeting between dining times. Would be better if it came from you!

[cjcruiser27]

It would be nice to travel with you! Come on aboard! (9/13!):)Future Cruises – who is going where on Legend
Baltic/Europe/UK...
smki574 steve and Marilyn Legend b2b Sept 1 and Sept 13, 2013 Britain, Norway
valp41 Val and Roger Aug 20, 2013 Baltic
cjcruiser27 Cheryl Sept 13, 2013 Britain
carolynsd Aug 20, 2013 Baltic
travelady Deb, JP, Pam looking at Baltic July3
afcj1 Annette (from Breeze) Aug 20, 2013 Baltic
luv2cruz44 Ann and Gale Sept 1 and Sept 13, 2013 Britain Norway
libby10205 Libby and Jack Aug 20 and Sept 1 and Sept 13 Baltic, Norway...
clairescurtains Claire and Al Britain,Ireland Sept 13, 2013 Norway
newcruisers04 Lori and Rick Sept 13, 2013 Norway...
triggerman David and Wade (SA cruise) Aug Baltic
travelbug67 Dale Aug 20, 2013
jpg1747 JudyAug 20, 2013
maryann2 Mary Aug 20, 2013
Buckeye Geo George & Joyce to the Britain Ireland Sept 13, 2013

Now Buckeye too, now I really feel left out!
Well Linda PVP said to call by Mon to get past guest ...have thinking to do.

[nickb]

Well we just booked the Explorer of the Seas for April, so now we're set for April and October. :)

Nick

[Clairescurtains]

Well we just booked the Explorer of the Seas for April, so now we're set for April and October. :)

Nick

Hope you have lots of fun.

How about next year?:D

[nickb]

Hope you have lots of fun.

How about next year?:D

Claire, I have not even thought that far in advance yet. Lol. While we would love to try the Baltic, we still have yet to see Alaska and Hawaii. So much to see....so little money. We'll take it one year at a time.
Nick

[Clairescurtains]

That money thing sure gets in the way of lots of things I want to do.:rolleyes:

[lettienets]

That money thing sure gets in the way of lots of things I want to do.:rolleyes:
Me too. I also don't like tying it up in deposits either if I am not sure of where or when I want to go .
Nobody here sounds like they signed up for South America besides maryann2 and jgeraci7 and me. That is such a big committment.
Baltics will only happen for me on a whim I think!

[libby10205]

Me too. I also don't like tying it up in deposits either if I am not sure of where or when I want to go .
Nobody here sounds like they signed up for South America besides maryann2 and jgeraci7 and me. That is such a big committment.
Baltics will only happen for me on a whim I think!

We are doing B2B2B on Splendor around SA. and B2B2B on Legend, Aug 20, sept1 and sept 13. Even though I love a balcony, we booked inside for all the legs. We were lucky to get the inside porthole on Splendor but will be "in the dark" on Legend.

We would not spend the extra for any better positioned cabins. I prefer to do more cruises in less luxury. I did cancel the Spirit to Sydney.

I just decided that I'm not getting any younger and I can't take it with me.

[Europebound]

Wow! You are all so very kind:)!! Did you have the right glasses on?:DSince you were at our dining table, I can also confirm those descriptions!:) Do I recall you saying on the other thread something about 'milestone'??;) Steve

[lettienets]

.........I just decided that I'm not getting any younger and I can't take it with me.
I keep having that same talk with myself all the time!
I will see how this year's trips go. I just went to the Baltics last year!
Seems to me we should just charter a big ship and sail off into the sunset where we want! :p

Sometimes I don't like being so booked up, like it takes away the serendippity of the unexpected!

[cjcruiser27]

Yes, it will be 25 w/Carnival! I have been cruising alot:DSince you were at our dining table, I can also confirm those descriptions!:) Do I recall you saying on the other thread something about 'milestone'??;) Steve

[lettienets]

Well it looks like everybody is out of here anyway, so I will be too!
Just to let you know I booked Aug 20, 2013 Baltic and Sept 1, 2013 Norway!!! And will be heading over to those roll calls.
Future Cruises – who is going where on Legend
Baltic/Europe/UK...
smki574 steve and Marilyn Legend b2b Sept 1 Sept 13, 2013 Britain, Norway
valp41 Val and Roger Aug 20, 2013 gap Sept 13 Britain
cjcruiser27 Cheryl Sept 13, 2013 Britain
carolynsd June 21, 2013 Baltic Sept 1, Norway Britain Sept 13
travelady Deb, JP, Pam looking July3 Baltic
afcj1 Annette (from Breeze) Aug 20, 2013 Baltic
luv2cruz44 Ann and Gale Sept 1 and Sept 13, 2013 Britain Norway
libby10205 Libby and Jack Aug 20 and Sept 1 and Sept 13 Baltic, Norway...
clairescurtains Claire and Al Britain,Ireland Sept 13, 2013 Norway
newcruisers04 Lori and Rick Sept 13, 2013 Norway...
triggerman David and Wade (SA cruise) Aug Baltic
travelbug67 Dale Aug 20, 2013
jpg1747 Judy Aug 20, 2013
maryann2 Mary 4C 6105 #Aug 20, 2013, visit granddaughter in between #4132 Sept 13 Britain
Buckeye Geo George & Joyce to the Britain Ireland Sept 13, 2013
jgeraci7 Joyce and Grace Britain Ireland Sept 13, 2013
queenslander Sept 1, Sept 13 Britain Norway
shanenurse Shane and Janet Aug 20 Sept 1, Sept 13 Baltic Norway Britain
2batc Judy and Andre Aug 20, Sept 1 Baltic Norway
lettienets Loretta Aug 20, 2013 Baltic and Sept 1, 2013 Norway

[luv2cruz44]

Well it looks like everybody is out of here anyway, so I will be too!
Just to let you know I booked Aug 20, 2013 Baltic and Sept 1, 2013 Norway!!! And will be heading over to those roll calls.
Future Cruises – who is going where on Legend
Baltic/Europe/UK...
smki574 steve and Marilyn Legend b2b Sept 1 Sept 13, 2013 Britain, Norway
valp41 Val and Roger Aug 20, 2013 gap Sept 13 Britain
cjcruiser27 Cheryl Sept 13, 2013 Britain
carolynsd June 21, 2013 Baltic Sept 1, Norway Britain Sept 13
travelady Deb, JP, Pam looking July3 Baltic
afcj1 Annette (from Breeze) Aug 20, 2013 Baltic
luv2cruz44 Ann and Gale Sept 1 and Sept 13, 2013 Britain Norway
libby10205 Libby and Jack Aug 20 and Sept 1 and Sept 13 Baltic, Norway...
clairescurtains Claire and Al Britain,Ireland Sept 13, 2013 Norway
newcruisers04 Lori and Rick Sept 13, 2013 Norway...
triggerman David and Wade (SA cruise) Aug Baltic
travelbug67 Dale Aug 20, 2013
jpg1747 Judy Aug 20, 2013
maryann2 Mary 4C 6105 #Aug 20, 2013, visit granddaughter in between #4132 Sept 13 Britain
Buckeye Geo George & Joyce to the Britain Ireland Sept 13, 2013
jgeraci7 Joyce and Grace Britain Ireland Sept 13, 2013
queenslander Sept 1, Sept 13 Britain Norway
shanenurse Shane and Janet Aug 20 Sept 1, Sept 13 Baltic Norway Britain
2batc Judy and Andre Aug 20, Sept 1 Baltic Norway
lettienets Loretta Aug 20, 2013 Baltic and Sept 1, 2013 Norway


Also, please add Jim & Gail sbccruisers or something like that to both the 9/1/13 and 9/13/13 cruises. They are from Maine and if I don't have the screenname right, hopefully they will correct us. Yippee. Now, if we can only get Mustgo, Dottie and Jim and GalvestonGal, Janet and Bill aboard, I will feel really good. Oh, and if Denise and Royce, Joe and Donna and Patsy & Joe aboard, I'd be in heaven.

[Clairescurtains]

Well it looks like everybody is out of here anyway, so I will be too!
Just to let you know I booked Aug 20, 2013 Baltic and Sept 1, 2013 Norway!!! And will be heading over to those roll calls.

lettienets Loretta Aug 20, 2013 Baltic and Sept 1, 2013 Norway

Hope you have a fantastic time and don't have to have cat/dog food many times in preparation.

[lettienets]

Hope you have a fantastic time and don't have to have cat/dog food many times in preparation.
:p Meow. I had to re-jig the other cruises, dropped the third segment of the South America Feb/Mar 2013 ones and moved the deposit to the Baltic one and then added the Sept 1 as past guest (in case I cancel, no penalty). I do get nervous being booked up so far in advance. Don't know why. Lot of time and money committment I think. And I seem to change my mind if something else comes along! :rolleyes:
Yes I get jittery. How do all you others book so far?
Still quivering here at home! (cat chow, yum yum!)

[libby10205]

:p Meow. I had to re-jig the other cruises, dropped the third segment of the South America Feb/Mar 2013 ones and moved the deposit to the Baltic one and then added the Sept 1 as past guest (in case I cancel, no penalty). I do get nervous being booked up so far in advance. Don't know why. Lot of time and money committment I think. And I seem to change my mind if something else comes along! :rolleyes:
Yes I get jittery. How do all you others book so far?
Still quivering here at home! (cat chow, yum yum!)

Before we retired I use to say that it would be great not to have to book way in advance. That we could take advantage of last minute specials..... not look at us!!

[lettienets]

Before we retired I use to say that it would be great not to have to book way in advance. That we could take advantage of last minute specials..... not look at us!!
:D I felt the same. Hardly ever do a last minute trip since I retired. I guess we are the kind of people who are organized and like to know what is coming.
I still get jittery. I think it is because I wonder if something else better will come along. (ha ha ha, must have felt that way about a man, still single!:eek:)
Oh well, I have several trips and cruises lined up now. That will keep me busy planning. It is so much more fun going on trips where you know people!

[jplewis]

We're looking at it but would probably just do the Sept 1 as we have done the Baltic. Loved it but when we docked in LeHarve on another cruise we went to Paris so the Normandy Beaches have been on my bucket list as I have an uncle buried at the American Cemetery there.
Ya'll are tempting me!!
Patsy & Joe

[luv2cruz44]

We're looking at it but would probably just do the Sept 1 as we have done the Baltic. Loved it but when we docked in LeHarve on another cruise we went to Paris so the Normandy Beaches have been on my bucket list as I have an uncle buried at the American Cemetery there.
Ya'll are tempting me!!
Patsy & Joe


Oh, please, please, please join us! I know that if you want to do the the same tour several of us are doing, it will be easy to get 6 other people to join you. It seems a lot of people really want to do Normandy. Must be an age thing.

[lettienets]

We're looking at it but would probably just do the Sept 1 as we have done the Baltic. Loved it but when we docked in LeHarve on another cruise we went to Paris so the Normandy Beaches have been on my bucket list as I have an uncle buried at the American Cemetery there.
Ya'll are tempting me!!
Patsy & Joe
Patsy, Carnival is still showing past guest prices same as early saver, so you could book and if you have to cancel, get full refund of deposit before the 90 days or whatever.

[jplewis]

Thanks, Anne & Loretta, I'm trying to figure out how to spring this on Joe when it's so far away. We had a couple of long driving trips planned (which he dislikes) so may can make a deal with him. So we could book on past guest and not lose deposit if we cancel within the right time frame?
Patsy

[lettienets]

Thanks, Anne & Loretta, I'm trying to figure out how to spring this on Joe when it's so far away. We had a couple of long driving trips planned (which he dislikes) so may can make a deal with him. So we could book on past guest and not lose deposit if we cancel within the right time frame?
Patsy
past guest deposit is fully refundable up to 70 or 90 days??? before not sure what the deadline is. I am tired of alway paying the admin fee when I move an ES rate to something else as it is non refundable within whatever that time period is. I have only gotten one ES discount. It seems to me the best rates are within a couple of weeks or so that a new itinerary is announced. I usually book the cheapest insides and they never seem to go down. Once in awhile I treat myself, like the cove on the transatlantic Breeze.

[luv2cruz44]

Thanks, Anne & Loretta, I'm trying to figure out how to spring this on Joe when it's so far away. We had a couple of long driving trips planned (which he dislikes) so may can make a deal with him. So we could book on past guest and not lose deposit if we cancel within the right time frame?
Patsy


You might also check the military rate, if you or Joe qualify. It is holding quite well. And certainly look into the 4K stateroom for a decent price for air and light.

[jplewis]

I think for right now we're going to pass on this one. Of course, I may change my mind when it get's closer. Would love to cruise with ya'll again so hopefully, sometime in the future.
Patsy

[luv2cruz44]

I think for right now we're going to pass on this one. Of course, I may change my mind when it get's closer. Would love to cruise with ya'll again so hopefully, sometime in the future.
Patsy

I'm sorry to hear this Patsy and yes...there will be something in the future, I'm sure.

[jpg1747]

I'm just about to book this getaway to the Bahamas for my birthday next year. Anyone want to join me?

[jplewis]

Is anyone doing anything in Nov/Dec? I looked at a TA from London to Ft. Lauderdale that went to LeHarve, Lisbon & Bermuda but the air talked me out of it.

[jpg1747]

Is anyone doing anything in Nov/Dec? I looked at a TA from London to Ft. Lauderdale that went to LeHarve, Lisbon & Bermuda but the air talked me out of it.

I'm doing the Mariner TA from Rome to Galveston leaving November 2, with a good air price via Choice Air. The cruise price has gone up since I first booked, but it's still a good deal. We have a very active roll call with lots of activities planned.

[nickb]

We booked the bloggers cruise for Jan 2012 on the Breeze.
Nick

[nickb]

Guess it would be hard to make it on time for that cruise....make that Jan 2013. LOL.

Nick

[jpg1747]

We booked the bloggers cruise for Jan 2012 on the Breeze.
Nick

Guess it would be hard to make it on time for that cruise....make that Jan 2013. LOL.

Nick

I really wanted to book that cruise, even before John made it the Bloggers cruise, but it would cost me $1,000 more than the Pride cruise I ended up booking and I just couldn't justify the increase. I can go on a second cruise from NY or B'more for that price. And I probably will. Looking at Bermuda in May 2013 and Canada/NE in September or October 2013. Maybe after the Bank of America finally gets off its corporate tuchas and actually does something about my mortgage, I'll be able to head over to Europe again.

[nickb]

Happy Easter to anyone still checking this site.
Nick

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[lives to cruise]

Happy Easter and Happy Passover+2 to you all.:)