**Live from Explorer 7/20**

[dzboss1]

Hi Everyone!!

For those of you that have been waiting for me to post sooner, sorry. I have not found a minute to do so (which is a very good thing!!) I have been sooooo busy!!!

My family and our 12 pieces of luggage (no lectures please) boarded the Explorer for the second time on Friday. We arrived at 9:30am (ok, I was very anxious to get there (always go that early)...especially after the train rides from hell getting there!!!) We had a great time chatting with all the staff at the terminal. I have to tell you, they are the friendliest group of people!!! Met a group from our thread there and that was wonderful! They opened check in about 10:30, and the busses came a little before noon. The whole process was a breeze, as always. They were guarding the hall doors to the rooms this time, so we could not even sneak into the room before 1. My room steward is the best one yet..Bernadette. Love her!!

We had our pre-M and M in the Viking Lounge (Cloud 9) at 3. That was GREAT fun to see everyone.

I want to interject here about the cruising and the Explorer...LOVE THEM BOTH!!!! I really enjoy this ship soooooo much and I love the way I am treated. Everyone on this ship is so wonderful..one person better than the other. The conceirge is Ricky, who was on our cruise last summer, and he is a DOLL!! So helpful and kind.

We have main seating. For those who always ask..IT IS VERY CASUAL FIRST NIGHT!!!! I would say 80% this time were in jeans or shorts. The meal was very good. We have a great window table on the 4th floor and our waiter and assistant are also the best 2 we have experienced.

We have spent alot of time in the casino. Let me tell you..loose as melting ice cream..lol. We have had had some fun for sure, and to thank them I gave most of it back..lol!!!

The weather sailing was windy and cloudy and raining, but I know I didn't care..I was busy and knew that the weather would get better. We arrived this morning in Bermuda and it was raining hard....30 minutes later it was hot and sunny. We did something we have never done..we didn't get off!! I was on deck at 8am and it was wonderful and peaceful.

Let's discuss food so far....well, maybe not, I am hungry. Ok, maybe a little. We had double shrimp cocktail last night..the filet was to die for!! The onion tart is not to be missed. The white chocolate fondue was incredible!! The cold pear soup was yummy. I will give more food details later.

There is just nothing like cruising, and I wish I could go into more detail, but I need to get to lunch and then to a manicure appt before bingo. Will post when I can and give a better review with pictures on my return.

Oh, to answer 2 questions to 2 different people that were posted for me, incase I can't get to your thread in the next few days and you are reading this...

the couples massage package is $325. I will write later what it entails.

yes the oranments are here..I took pictures of them that I will post on my return.

OH I LOVE IT HERE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Senior500]

Originally Posted by dzboss1

Hi Everyone!!

For those of you that have been waiting for me to post sooner, sorry. I have not found a minute to do so (which is a very good thing!!) I have been sooooo busy!!!

My family and our 12 pieces of luggage (no lectures please) boarded the Explorer for the second time on Friday. We arrived at 9:30am (ok, I was very anxious to get there (always go that early)...especially after the train rides from hell getting there!!!) We had a great time chatting with all the staff at the terminal. I have to tell you, they are the friendliest group of people!!! Met a group from our thread there and that was wonderful! They opened check in about 10:30, and the busses came a little before noon. The whole process was a breeze, as always. They were guarding the hall doors to the rooms this time, so we could not even sneak into the room before 1. My room steward is the best one yet..Bernadette. Love her!!

We had our pre-M and M in the Viking Lounge (Cloud 9) at 3. That was GREAT fun to see everyone.

I want to interject here about the cruising and the Explorer...LOVE THEM BOTH!!!! I really enjoy this ship soooooo much and I love the way I am treated. Everyone on this ship is so wonderful..one person better than the other. The conceirge is Ricky, who was on our cruise last summer, and he is a DOLL!! So helpful and kind.

We have main seating. For those who always ask..IT IS VERY CASUAL FIRST NIGHT!!!! I would say 80% this time were in jeans or shorts. The meal was very good. We have a great window table on the 4th floor and our waiter and assistant are also the best 2 we have experienced.

We have spent alot of time in the casino. Let me tell you..loose as melting ice cream..lol. We have had had some fun for sure, and to thank them I gave most of it back..lol!!!

The weather sailing was windy and cloudy and raining, but I know I didn't care..I was busy and knew that the weather would get better. We arrived this morning in Bermuda and it was raining hard....30 minutes later it was hot and sunny. We did something we have never done..we didn't get off!! I was on deck at 8am and it was wonderful and peaceful.

Let's discuss food so far....well, maybe not, I am hungry. Ok, maybe a little. We had double shrimp cocktail last night..the filet was to die for!! The onion tart is not to be missed. The white chocolate fondue was incredible!! The cold pear soup was yummy. I will give more food details later.

There is just nothing like cruising, and I wish I could go into more detail, but I need to get to lunch and then to a manicure appt before bingo. Will post when I can and give a better review with pictures on my return.

Oh, to answer 2 questions to 2 different people that were posted for me, incase I can't get to your thread in the next few days and you are reading this...

the couples massage package is $325. I will write later what it entails.

yes the oranments are here..I took pictures of them that I will post on my return.

OH I LOVE IT HERE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hi dzboss, thanks for the info and we hope that your cruise if nothing but great for you guys. Thanks again Senior 500 Dave, Jackie and David

[Shmobo]

Question! Question!

Denice, can you go to the Fitness Centre to check out what kind of mat they use for Yoga/Stretching/Pilates Classes??

Jen

[richbum]

I hope you have a wonderul cruise...Keep the live posts coming please.....I am pretending to be there with you!

[knots4crewzing]

Hi DZboss1
Glad to hear all about the beautiful Explorer.We will be on her in less than 1 days.Can't wait.Thank you so much for posting live for us.I just have a couple of questions when you have the time. Could you let me know when the ice shows are scheduled?We are early seating and would like to book Portofinos. Also ,can you tell me what they serve for the Explorer and Marco polo dinners? Thanks for taking the time. Have a wonderful cruise


Liz

[dzboss1]

Originally Posted by knots4crewzing

Hi DZboss1
Glad to hear all about the beautiful Explorer.We will be on her in less than 1 days.Can't wait.Thank you so much for posting live for us.I just have a couple of questions when you have the time. Could you let me know when the ice shows are scheduled?We are early seating and would like to book Portofinos. Also ,can you tell me what they serve for the Explorer and Marco polo dinners? Thanks for taking the time. Have a wonderful cruise


Liz

As of yesterday, the ice show day and times were not finalized...though not sure why. They don't seem to follow a strict schedule on those from crusie to cruise.

We LOVE Portofino and have booked that for Tuesday night. I will get the menu for those 2 dining room nights for you later when the concerige opens. Will probably not be able to post again till tomorrow as I expect the night to be busy.

[dzboss1]

Originally Posted by richbum

I hope you have a wonderul cruise...Keep the live posts coming please.....I am pretending to be there with you!

I thought I recognized you by the pool earlier...lol!!!

[dzboss1]

Had my manicure, my stroll through the promenade, and even booked a cruise for next summer on the Marnier for the OBC. I LOVE the Explorer, but I am booked on her this Xmas, the following Xmas, and April 2009..so thought I would try her newer sister in between. As I was strolling and every staff member greeted me and I looked at the amazing 5th floor...I was just all smiles!!

Do you believe I have not even had a second to check out tonight's menu!!?? I will report what it is for you all once I have eaten almost everything listed on it...lol. Then right after, at 7:45, is the Crown and Anchor reception which we will go to. My daughter is presently at bingo.

Tonight is the RCL Singer and Dancers show and Battle of the Sexes.It is also 80s music in the dance club (I am a disco queen so I can't wait to 70's night).

Tomorrow is a sea day so I will have time to post at some point.

OH...a story!! I left my purse in the internet cafe and got a call from the front desk a lady had found it and brought it to the front desk!! I am having chocolate covered strawberries sent to her room tonight as a thank you.

[knots4crewzing]

Originally Posted by dzboss1

As of yesterday, the ice show day and times were not finalized...though not sure why. They don't seem to follow a strict schedule on those from crusie to cruise.

We LOVE Portofino and have booked that for Tuesday night. I will get the menu for those 2 dining room nights for you later when the concerige opens. Will probably not be able to post again till tomorrow as I expect the night to be busy.

Thank you sooooo much.Glad to hear about your pocketbook.

Have a great time!

[grandsix]

Great posting. Keep it coming. It seems that the Explorer is a well run ship.
Can you find out who the Guest relations Mgr is and whether Tracey is working the front desk??

[jlbconsul1]

Do you know if they had any kind of Sunday Services? If so, what time were they? Thanks

[01Sweetpea]

Glad you are having a great time. Sadly my cruise is a YEAR away, but I'm oging to keep up on your posts to learn as much as I can about the EOS!

[FreewayFortune]

Hi Denise,

I'm so glad you are having such a great time on the cruise I'm glad you had your onion tart and white chocolate fondue yummy. Are you doing the walk a mile every morning? I can't wait to see the pics It's great that your was returned and the person definately deserved the chocolate covered strawberries.

[aqhacruiser]

Happy to hear you are having a great time on our favorite ship! Great detailed reviews! Keep them coming! LOL

Suzanne

[tp-nj]

Thanx for the info on the massage...I posted under my thread that I saw you sailing away from the plane on our way to LA. We waived Enjoy the rest of your cruise!!!

[FreewayFortune]

Denise,
I hope you and everyone else from our role call are having an absolutely amazing time. How's all the candy and the towel clips? Have you found any treasures?

[hazeleyes]

Denise,

I really appreciate your posts. All help is greatly appreciated. We are sailing in December although it may seem far away I like keeping updated on the ship. Glad to see your having a wonderful time, so wonderful you got your purse pack.

[DPurcell58]

I watched you sail away on Friday night as the Staten Island Ferry was docking. What a beautiful night, so clear!!! Sorry you hit some rain, but it sounds like you're having a wonderful time. Keep the posts coming!

[NJBill]

Originally Posted by dzboss1

...especially after the train rides from hell getting there!!!)

What train did you take and what station did you exit? We are taking AMtrak to Newark Penn Station next month and was curious about your post.

[FreewayFortune]

How was the M&M who won the mouse?