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I always request no animals. Feel it's a waste of time, resources, and space. Guess I'm just a party pooper.

Sundae from the kids menu.

How do I get on the mailing list ? I get casino rates on HAL and Carnival, but have never received a casino offer. I feel left out ( sniff ).

Sailing the Zuiderdam for the first time in December. There was no roll call listed ( the new roll call list puts me off ). I started a thread, but no-one has responded; I'll keep checking. Glad to hear positive reviews.

Last month tried Occidental Grand Barcelo. Very nice upscale property. Beach, adult pool and "everybody" pool. The place was crowded and there was a surplus of chair hogs. Don't know if this is an all the time thing or just a February thing; lots of people from the far north staying at the hotel. There are 3 bars, two pool side and one in the main reception area. There is an open buffet with anything you could want to eat. Shared a taxi with 4 other cruisemates which made it vert affordable. Would go back again; a cut above experience.

Yes Schmoo, I did go to the roll call forum followed instructions, and couldn't find cruise. I thought I posted the cruise, 12/10/19, but don't see it anywhere. Thanks, Essiesmom. I will try again; I have a phobia about double posts!

Tried that with no results. Frustrating.

Keep looking for December 2019 roll call; non existent. Finally posted and can't even find my post. What's up?

Went to Willie Maes yesterday. Amazing. I grew up in the south and found all the accoladed's duly earned. There is a line, always, but it moves quickly. Took an uber both ways, easy and affordable; around $8.

Never been to either. Know both are good. Only have time for one; recomendations please.

Ybor city. Walk around, have coffee at the shop where they roast and grind it. Don't miss a meal at the Columbia restaurant.

The hotel will shuttle you free of charge to Publix or anywhere else like Walgreens. Reliable service.

Thanks Greg. Last time I stayed there I was too tired to go downstairs for the late night snack. I plan to try again this time after breakfast at Mothers and late lunch at Willie Maes.

Not driving in and will take a taxi or uber to port from hotel ( Le Pavillion ). Should I plan extra time? Will there be any problem getting from point A to point B?

Used them in Vienna and Rome without problem.