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After many obstacles, we are happily on board this beautiful ship. Our first impressions are almost all positive with many improvements over the Explorer and the Splendor. One exception is the outdoor seating in La Veranda, we prefer the set up in the Splendor. So, here it is … the Egg! Lunch in La Veranda was delicious and I loved the presentation of the shrimp cocktail. The prime rib was very good as was the butter chicken and the prosciutto wrapped asparagus/hearts of palm. Quiche was just ok. And lastly for now, we passed the Icon of the Seas on our way in. You couldn’t pay me to sail that ship lol look how it dwarfs the NCL Pearl. Everyone, feel free to chime in and join in the fun!

You made the right choice!! Our 3 grandsons are the light of my life 💙 I’m so excited for you to join the best club in the world!

So far, so good!! We are on the auto train and on schedule to arrive in central Florida on time! Safe and happy travels! The weather report is fabulous and we are going to drive to Miami the day before to enjoy a day at South Beach. Plus, we seem to need more cushion than usual these days! Hope to see you on board. Please do join in! You picked the very best to start cruising on and I’m excited for you! Hope to see you soon! As they say, from your lips … lol … a big yes to pasta and lobster and duck salad and eggs benny and caramel Popcorn sundaes with a big no to more pestilence!!

This morning will be our third attempt to return to Florida ahead of our Grandeur cruise on Friday. We had to postpone for severe flooding in the basement two weeks ago and for a snowstorm last week. Our friends, who will join us on the second leg have had their own challenges!! Looking forward to better days ahead and boarding the Grandeur. We are so ready! Hoping to do a food intensive live from thread with plenty of pictures.

It is difficult to offer a whole chicken or a whole fish for one person! Hopefully, we will be able to go twice so that we can try more than one thing. The whole baked branzino sounds wonderful.

The menu does look good but I’m also taken back by the number of dishes for two. When a diner can’t order steak or chicken, unless it’s for two, you’ve not designed your menu well. On the other hand, I’ve noticed that more choices are being added to Earth and Ocean. That is our absolute favorite venue on board so that’s a real plus.

We’ve been onboard when they’ve done a tailgate party on deck with all the classic favorites and then the game was on in the theater. And we’ve been on when the spread is served in the theater during the game, definitely not as nice. I’ve read that the game has been shown on the big screen on deck, which I’m really hoping for as I’d rather not crowd into the theater.

When checking the SB app for the nightly menus on Quest, TK Grill is no longer listed. Must be that it’s now closed and the changeover is in process. Looking forward to learning more about Solis.

We might be on the same cruise. We are big drinkers lol and almost always we opt for red wine, especially a Bordeaux. I also enjoy a top shelf vodka martini but the problem is that I can’t keep up! I’ve been looking into some lighter drinks and am planning to try a bitters and soda.

Prime rib is always better with horseradish on it! Your order in prime 7 was perfect with the wedge salad and popcorn sundae.

We will be suffering through a tequila and taco tasting in Cozumel. Prob won’t know if we have our jewelry on or not by the end!

Thank you, Flossie, really enjoyed traveling along with you!

Your pictures are terrific, thank you! The lobster app and the risotto look especially delicious.

My kinda party! Let the tall tales begin 🤣 any chance some of you (in addition to my bestie Mudhen) are on Grandeur end of January or early February?

Bon voyage! Really excited to follow along.

Whether or not you can help me feel better about flying remains to be seen (like are those lips moving lol) but it could be fun trying!

I will definitely be following too and looking forward to your feedback. Bon voyage!

Sounds fabulous! 🍸🍹🍷🍺 We are in!

Got it, thank you!! And @papaflamingo maybe one day we can meet on board. We will buy the drinks 😆 and you can help me with my flying issues!

Call me thick (wouldn’t be the first time lol) but I’m still wondering about the details … does everyone, including gty cabins, get the same offer pitched to them all at the same time? And if there aren’t enough takers, they add to the offer? Thx!

We are also on this cruise and our friends are too. How does a buyout situation work? I grasp the basic concept but have no clue on the details.

@Mudhen I’m still holding out for you that the occupants of the Regent Suite will change their minds and be a no show. Hey, could happen! Or you can bunk with us. With all of the free vodka and gin, we can surely make that work … pass the olives! 🫒

We like sea days for the specialty restaurant reservations. Less chance of splurging in a restaurant in port and more chance to enjoy a nap.

We also send our very best wishes to you and your husband. Love your positive outlook!

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