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Hope you have some Liquid IV near!!

When we were in Santorini, we were the only ship in port (NCL Epic). We thought it would be an easy day with the cable cars. WRONG!! Since we were the only ship in port, they decided to do maintenance that day on the cable cars!! So the cars were delayed by about 45 minutes. Line grew outrageously long. Once it opened, though, it moved pretty fast. We were on an independent tour and our guide was aware of the situation with the cable cars starting late. We had a wonderful day and a wonderful tour. Our guide dropped us off towards the cable car pickup spot--there, we noticed a HUGE line of people waiting to go down--the line went down streets around corners and down some more streets--it was incredible. Since we were the only ship in port, I knew that the ship would NOT leave this many people behind (lots more people joined the line after we got in line). Some people got nervous and decided to walk down--poor choice when it is dark out and you cannot see well. Very dangerous situation. When we finally got down and boarded the tender, so many people were saying NEVER AGAIN. What a sad ending to a wonderful day, but I agree with them--one and done!! If I ever go to Santorini, I will either stay on the ship, or just take the tender to the little shore area. There are boats that leave from that area and will return you to that area, so that may be an option to avoid the cable cars. It is my understanding that the cable cars and donkeys are owned by one family that has a monopoly over the situation. They are making money hand over fist and have no desire to improve things for the betterment of everyone. This attitude may be their undoing in the future!

This is the major reason I cannot eat shellfish of any kind--they look like bugs and I can't eat bugs. The worst is when people choose which lobster they want out of a tank!! Oh NOOOOOO! Don't pick George! Oh no, George! Nice knowing ya!! BIG NOPE from me!!

We always enjoy the Goslings Rum evening cruise. NCL offers an excursion for it. With the $50 credit plus the Latitudes discount, it is REALLY CHEAP!!! Lots of free flowing rums, and you get to taste some of their other offerings. Lots of fun and laughs and RUM!!

YES!!! The one and only Sid is back!! I feel like an addict and can finally get my fix back! You were missed. Hope you had a fantastic time and can hardly wait to hear and see all your adventures for the past week. The wait is over!

I'm also doing the Escape TA in November--I only have 2 days in Barcelona (been there 4 times already), but I have added this restaurant to my list of must do things this time around! That and Palau de la Musica Catalana. I've done all the Dali, Gaudi, and Picasso before, so this will be a new one for me! thank you!

Put some sardines on top!!

You had me crying!! What an awesome thing to happen--your Dad is with you!

Don't forget the sardines and crackers, with hot sauce, of course!

Bathroom in Michigan! Love the TP holder

That sure looks like it's seen a few miles!! Ain't nobody wanna steal that thing!

I figured people were in need of some food p0rn--here you go!! This is right up Sid's alley!

Safe travels home! Thanks for another excellent (but short) review!

I, too, was dreading getting r/t airfare for my cruise in November--only I was doing St Thomas to Miami--the Friday before Thanksgiving. I was SHOCKED to find a r/t on American for my dates for $362. I immediately bought them as I don't think that they will go any lower! SCORE!

I think that it is a requirement for every hotel in Coco Beach has an astronaut statue!!

Hope all goes well this morning and you can board without issue!!❤️

Are you one of the higher ranking CAS people?? They now get FAS Plus for no charge--but, again, that is something your PCC should have caught.

Do you know if the Elton John tribute that is listed in the Supper Club is the same show that is in the main theatre?? I also see that the other 2 shows in the Supper Club are only listed in the supper club (Tango Flamenco and Divas tribute), do you know if they will be show elsewhere? Thanks! Have a wonderful cruise!

Hope all goes well and Patti has a speedy recovery!!

I already have three Frogg Toggs ponchos packed! I will bring several thin tshirts for layering as well. Hey KMom!! I have found that if you wear a baseball cap underneath the poncho hood (or any hood) helps to keep the rain off of my face/glasses and I can see a whole lot better. I HATE umbrellas and people who use them in crowded areas--so very dangerous!! Can't tell you how many times I've been wacked with an umbrella or playing dodge ball with them when walking in crowded areas! Hope you have a wonderful cruise! Susan

We are doing the Barcelona to Miami in November. Since we live in St Thomas, we have to provide our own airfare to a departure point. Since the cruise ended in Miami, we chose Miami. Got those very same results!! Called my PCC and on his end, the airfare from MIA to BCN was $549 total for the two of us. Don't know why it comes up with such a ridiculous price when trying to do it on your own. I've checked other sailings and it does the same! I've used NCL air for FCO to MCO and the flights/times were not bad. Was concerned using ITA, but it worked out okay.

Happy Birthday!!💃🎂🍸🎉😎

I second this!! I was surprised that you did not do it beforehand--it would have saved a lot of trouble and grief--you could also get all of you certified as well! I had a good friend die in a diving accident--he was not certified, but went down with other friends and had a panic attack--surfaced too fast and died.

We had the exact same statue at our hotel in Port Canaveral!