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Walking totally doable if you don'thave mobility issues, and you'll pass the governors mansion as well.  Just be careful as the streets are narrow and curvy.

It's safe enough but as you pass the main drag with all the jewelry pushers keep to a group and alert.

Just absorbed ALL of this and so grateful for the time and care you took to review and post everything.  What a magical B2B, sorry about the weather.  Also in PA and doing Carnival for the first time on the Legend in May.  Your thread has been priceless for background and prep!  Thank you!

47 minutes ago, livingonthebeach said:

I was on the Jewel and took this photo of the Enchantment you were on while you were docked next to Harmony in Nassau on Feb 21st. What did you think of the stark difference?  The Jewel is a smaller ship as well and we felt like dwarfs next to HOTS.

Haha yes we were next to Harmony at a cococay and a full two decks smaller.  I like the ship that still looks and feels like a ship, not just a floating resort.  

6 minutes ago, Love PalmTrees said:

Do you recall which deck and side the outside smoking are is?  Just beginning to plan a cruise.  Thanks so much!😀

Outside pool deck port, they had capped ashtrays out on the tables.  

1 hour ago, LorraineP said:

What was condition of ship? Were rooms updated? We will be staying in a JS cabin starboard side a few cabins from the aft. When I booked there weren’t many JS to pick from. Didn’t want to be under windjammer or main pool. 

I would say it was solid condition.  Yes, there's some scuffs and wear and tear, some decorative elements lost or lights out here and there, but I never felt it was an issue to enjoying the cruise.  This video is still completely accurate 

5 minutes ago, robnmac said:

How did you like the aft corner cabin?  We have one for our cruise in April.

Overall we LOVED.  Only had wind and water during bad weather.  Tons of space for 2 loungers and 2 chairs.  Seeing the port before getting off the ship was lovely, the views and privacy of a spot to escape anytime was wonderful.

You could hear the live bands from the Spotlight below which was really noticeable on the first and last nights so anyone who wants to avoid that completely should NOT reserve.  But wasn't an issue otherwise.

The bit of extra space, closet, tub, just helped it feel like a ship to cruise on and cruise in, not just a spot for holding stuff.  

I sailed Enchantment Feb 17-25, out of Port Baltimore Ask me Anything!

Cruise experience: One to Alaska in 2014 on Holland

Cruised with: My partner

Ports explored: Port Canaveral, Cococay, Nassau, Charleston, all independently

Room: Junior Suite 7166

Extras/Upgrades purchased: None, we bought drinks and pictures on board ad hoc for a total of $170 in extra charges. In the future I would probably get a soda or beverage package because I didn't love the juices or the tap water and I do love smoothies.

RoyalUp: Made minimum bids for grand and owners suites but did not get an upgrade, got the confirmation the 2nd day of the cruise

Tips:

The Viking Crown lounge on 10 always seemed quiet and empty as its own reading corner during the day

There was always a hot tub in the solarium open until at least midnight also where the Park Cafe always has good pizza and cookies

The Park Cafe and Cafe Lattetudes serve almost the same finger foods/desserts so if there's a line at one you can try the other.

Dislikes:

The meat sauce they used was identical, for every dish and every serving. It wasn't bad but it's not what I expected or wanted.

What a wonderful travelog, we were on this cruise also.  Funny to hear about the milk, I also heard tomato juice also ran out and had to fight for some pina cold as a few times and no cocktail sauce mid cruise.  

YouTube has tons of great videos going down what's available and what costs.  To enjoy the main beaches and food, with chairs and umbrellas, it's all included.

If you want excursions, the special beach, cabanas, water park, that's extra.  

What a sad difficult end to your cruise, I'd totally post on twitter and fb and email their service people- make a fuss and hopefully future cruisers won't have it so bad.  It was awesome reading your adventures and really appreciate the sharing!

5 hours ago, DevonfromAcme said:

 

Clearly said by someone who has never had really good spa services.

 

That said, for Enchantment, I agree with you.  Wildly overpriced, and not that good.

Good to know!  My partner doesn't like massages at all but knows why I love them.  Tickling costs a lot more. 😄

6 hours ago, CBCDWV said:

There is no 9 am nerd lecture, which I always enjoy, and the Enchantment doesn’t have a sauna and steam bath as the Grandeur does, but it’s all good.

Ahh I had thought that might be the case, sad but understandable and appreciate the confirmation ahead of time.  Just have to enjoy the hot tub a lot.

I booked the caves and beach excursion, we aren't kayaking types or would have picked that.  Reviews are great and didn't really seem like there's much else except beach/shop available.  Can update in 5 weeks hopefully. 🙂

Any spa prices/deals/details are desired!

Be there in 4 weeks, love this travelog!

Got mine yesterday, good through Nov 21, 2022

Hi there, anyone who can direct me to sites which are updating Nassau/Bahamas restrictions that would be fantastic!
 

I'm on the 8 day cruise late Feb on Enchantment from Baltimore.  It seems like Nassau/Bahamas requires a test within 5 days of coming in, but it will be our 5th/6th day of the cruise.  Will we need to get tested mid cruise?  Appreciate whatever context/news you can offer!

Can you take an overnight trip somewhere in between?  I had the same thing, was a frequent traveler and then after a year and a half, totally somehow overpacked AND missed a few big things my first overnight away.  Had to re learn.  And I am worried with all the extra covid stuff and port needs that I will miss something big.  Good luck!

OK so I went on my first cruise last May with my mom and yes, I went and scheduled another cruise with my partner next May. Some of the same spots, some new ones. I know more of specifically what I want this time, so please offer links and reviews of what you consider some great options. Pricing and activity level low to average preferred.

We hail from Philadelphia, 7 Day Seattle Round Trip Holland Westerdam

I want lots of glacier visiting, whale watching, and specifically an excursion to both fish AND eat salmon caught. I like good food and wine, but not huge priority (It's a cruise!)

Seattle

Juneau 1-10pm

Sitka 7am-3pm

Ketchikan 7 am-1pm

Victoria 6 pm-Midnight

Seattle

You didn't note much of what you DO enjoy. I loved Ketchikan for its touristy shops and offbeat vibes. I'd have loved another three hours just to wander on foot.

We did the Totem Cultural museum and tour with special looks. Interesting and educational, but nothing beyond the pale and I'd have enjoyed just eating a full meal in town.

I don't think war/devastation events are meant to be "celebrated." If you want to honor your country and a specific historic event, bring your own flags.

But to suggest a holiday liner make a point of remembering and somehow celebrating such an event makes no sense to me. Taking insult from it is completely incredulous.

As someone on a first cruise, I wanted things as simple as possible. We bought the HAL transfer for a coach bus to the airport. They were very thorough, a nice info tour combo with the driver on Vancouver, and then off to the flight.

My only issue is having to go through customs at each leg. Off the ship, on the plane, then we had a transfer in Toronto and due to the distance and delays was very harried and I could easily have seen us missing our flight to Baltimore.

My answer if I want to do an Alaskan tour again is simply start and return Seattle directly, no customs problems.

Years ago, I purchased a couple of foam pipe wrap insulation which I cut to size (easy to cut with a scissor) & slide over the bottom rung of the hangar.. It comes in 6ft lengths//Don't remove the cellophane inside the opening, so you can reuse it.. Also use them in our other bags to put between creases..

Smart notion, I would also recommend just getting a pool noodle at the dollar store and using that.

One week away gahhhhh!!!

I'm going with my mom but totally seeing this as "single." I hear there are good mixers and plenty of chances to mingle so actually looking forward to some connection opportunities.

I also like alone time so quiet spa time is already on the agenda.