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In Oia, there's a nice restroom across the street fron where the local bus stops. Happy sailing!

@Tlbecker1@sandebeach@gumshoe958@wdwkings@alfaericAgree with everyone...all spot on. Curently onboard the Ovation. Current sailing (ending this morning, in a few hours), had 76 Pinnacles...a number of them weren't able to eat at CK. 2 families staying in JS's asked the AMD if they can reserve all 10 nights on Day 1...the AMD said: "Come back again tomorrow, I'll see what I can do." We said hello to both families dining at CK when we were there. We spoke to them 7 out of 10 nights. * The access restriction for CK became relaxed after about 4 days...it was relatively empty most nights. * The next sailing is Sydney to Honolulu...and expecting over 100 Pinnacles.

Agree with @TeeRickhe is spot on. Love the Suite Sun Deck on the Symphony. I had the hot tub for myself pretty much every day...the best bartenders (strong drinks)...bags of chips to munch on...comfy lounges in the shade...and of course a shower and loads of towels...a quiet respite from the crowds.

Our experience out of Vancouver. We had a JS and showed up at 11:30 am...no problem. Our SetSail pass showed "Suite"...and used the Suite queue. Happy sailing.

Our fridge on the Voyager.😁

Just spent a truly memorable week in Siem Reap, Cambodia, and visited many of the magnificent temples including Angkor Wat. We have visited the Pyramids, the Great Wall, Ephesus, Macchu Piccu...the intricately carved stone walls of Angkor Wat...IMHO...gets the gold medal. Cambodia was safe, and the people friendly. Many 5-star hotels if that's what you're looking for. Food...absolutely cheap. Draft beers 50 cents, Rum and Coke 1 dollar, Mojitos 1 dollar...most dishes were under 8 bucks for TWO people. Laundry=$1per kilo...folded, prompt, and a beautiful scent of lemon grass. Note: Cambodia was extremely hot and humid...but we were prepared for it. * We are currently enjoying the lovely beaches in Bali...saw Celebrity Solstice docked yesterday. All I can think of was: "How much of Bali will they see?" Happy Easter.

We were on the Quantum last year (Brisbane to Vanvouver) and much like 99% of the passengers, we walked past the Noodle Bar. No fried rice...but menu could've changed.

Yes, we've also talked to bartenders and lifeguards who said they love their contracts and time on Coco Cay.

@Jetdriver787This is spot on...we had exactly the same efficient, well organized, and speedy process on TAD in Barcelona...last year on the Symphony. @TinkrbellAgree...just talk to your cabin steward and your belongings will be moved to your new cabin. Don't forget to empty your safe. Enjoy Barcelona and Happy sailing!

All our experiences with genies have been outstanding. After covid, during the restart, we were in Civitavechia. The Italian authorities wouldn't allow us to board the ship...saying we were missing documents. We politely explained that we were consecutive cruisers (b3b), had In-transit cards, seapass cards, and luggages already onboard...still wouldn't let us board. We happened to see our genie and yelled "Ellie HELP!" After a brief explanation, she spoke to the Italian authorities and we were allowed to board. Point of this story is: Our genie helped us even when OFF the ship. * As one Captain told us: " Genies are the second most powerful crew member on the ship." Happy sailing!

That's the smart thing to do. I drove a bit over 4 hours to the Chinese Consulate in San Francisco. (My mistake. * I did not want to mail and relinquish my passport to an agency.) Arrived early and the queue was already around the block. When I got in, there was no courtesy...people cutting lines and insisting they had priority (?)...when I finally made it to the window, they told me the photos I'm submitting were unacceptable. To make a long story short, I asked for a supervisor who ultimately approved the photos. I was told to come back at 2pm. When I came back, same scenario inside...long queue and chaos. At the end of the day, I did get our visas. This was over 10 years ago...perhaps it's better now...perhaps not. Most of the other countries we've visited, that required a visa, we can easily apply online. Curious if China allows U.S. citizens to apply online?

Chinese Visa...agree, after our last (really bad) experience with the visa process...never again. * All other asian countries...yes.

@wolfcathorseOh my, you are so right about those incredible sales during last Alaskan cruises. I remember walking in Skagway and everything was on sale for a dollar...hats, beanies, scarves, mittens. I still have a few with tags still attached.

Two nearby hotels also offers "Park and Cruise", for 1 night stay... Crown Plaza: 2 weeks free parking (secured/basement of hotel), shuttle ($5/p) to cruise terminal. It's approximately 12 minutes if you choose to walk. DoubleTree Hotel: Free parking for as long as you need (safe but outside the hotel), free roundtrip shuttle to/from cruise terminal. Not walkable. Happy sailing!

If you can easily lift your luggage and going from Terminal A to Terminal G...another option is taking the free Miami trolley. The trolley stops near each terminal. If you are going from Terminal G to Terminal A...it will be a much longer ride. After Terminal G, the trolley goes over the bridge and heads to downtown Miami. It then turns around and goes back to the Port of Miami...first stop is Terminal A. Happy sailing!