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1 hour ago, Florida_gal_50 said:

Thank you for the information.  That seems so crazy to drive from Florida to Washington.  Good for people that drive trucks though.

I agree, that’s a loooong distance, especially with the high cost of diesel.

I know many businesses that are impacted by supply chain issues. Personally we’ve experienced a shortage of parts for appliances, appliances, crop/garden seed and fertilizer, metal, new vehicles, ammunition, and occasionally some foods. Much of it is due to transportation issues (truck/ship), but some is lack of personnel to produce these items. If equipment breaks, it’s really difficult to find the parts necessary for repair. I’m not sure if that fits the definition of “supply chain issues”, but that’s what’s happening in southern Alberta, and likely extends to other areas. 
 

PS, redneckbob enjoy your cruise!

2 hours ago, ger_77 said:

There's a Carrefour store mid-way between our hotels that we'll be hitting up for some "supplies" to take onboard - crackers and chocolate (because apparently we now only get chocolates on gala nights).  I'm going to put a chocolate on my pillow before we head out for dinner, then act surprised when we return at the end of the evening.  LOL

There’s also a nice grocery store in the basement of El Corte Inglés off Plaça de Catalunya. I’ve bought “picnic” supplies, wine, crackers, cheese, nuts, etc. I may need to get chocolates too, thanks for the idea!

I’m really enjoying your informative posts. Thank you.

…when you log onto your Navigator, can you see meal offerings for the future, or only for the present day?

We’re looking forward to hearing all about the Oosterdam. Have a fantastic time.

Enjoy this special time. We’re looking forward to hearing details!

Just now, durangoscots said:

Well, it does not even work always with private tours. I did a tour in Iceland where one person complained so much about how long the tour was that the organizer gave in and we returned to the ship early. The only plus side was that now we knew not to include that person in tours, but it sort of ruined this one.

 

 

That sure sounds like a way to ruin a tour,  sad to say.

We were on a walking tour, billed as “Strenuous”, in Valletta, Malta. I was disappointed at the people who signed up who were not capable of walking the distance required, especially as it was explained in the description. Obviously not everyone read the synopsis. The tour guide politely asked people to walk faster as the cathedral was going to close soon, and we had other places to see.  The complaining of those with baby strollers, knee replacements, etc was annoying. I expect to see all the places promised in the tour description. Lesson learned:  private tours.

I’ve brought numerous pastries, fresh flowers, bags of spices, not sealed nor labeled, and never a word from ship’s security.

23 minutes ago, roxybear135 said:

I've already done that.  I think it may be an iPhone issue because my dad couldn't get it to log in on his phone but my fiancé can (he has an Android).  Hopefully it gets fixed soon because we have a cruise coming up in only a couple of weeks and I always use the app a bunch onboard.

My iPad and iPhone’s versions of navigator are working great, just tried a second ago.

We appreciate you sharing your dining  experience with us. Thank you.

7 minutes ago, Florida_gal_50 said:

 

To get back to the original subject I would love to know which menu(s) have changed.  Anyone?

Oosterdam, Europe sailings, are showing menus exactly as the OP stated. 

16 minutes ago, roxybear135 said:

You can find menus on the Navigator app.  It seems that French onion soup and Caesar salad is always available as appetizers.  There's a garlic-herb roasted chicken, NY strip loin, and salmon dish available each night.  I had no trouble with them accommodating requests for no sauce, different sides, etc. on our last two cruises.

Great news on the swapping of sides.

2 hours ago, Crew News said:

I tracked them down and was promised by the Food & Beverage Manager, Jonathan, for a number of days that an electronic copy would be emailed to me. I emailed again once I got home to ask about them but he never replied.

Thank you. 

Did you track down the Indian menus for MDR?

Thanks for including your pictures with your observations

I’m curious to know how crowded the lido is at breakfast/lunch. 

As a Canadian and a teacher, I’d say to try Soft Moc. They have stores,  but ship to addresses too.  Quark Shoes is another reputable store and they ship too.

13 hours ago, CruiserBruce said:

They run from, but not including, the aft elevator lobby to, but not including, the midship elevator lobby.

 

You will not be allowed to book a cabin in the quarantine area.  

We were assigned a cabin in this zone, 4124 for November. I wonder if/when they would move us.

I’m curious to know if the cruising bug bit you? You seem to have enjoyed your trip, hopefully this is the start of a new “hobby”.

We are definitely enjoying your reports.

27 minutes ago, scubacruiserx2 said:

 

You're welcome and hopefully more to come . 🙂

I hope so too. I appreciate your photos.

Thanks for the information. Enjoy the remainder of your cruise. 

Crew News, thanks for posting all your helpful tidbits and links to menus, etc. 

4 hours ago, Florida_gal_50 said:

Maybe cruising is a lot different but I couldn’t board my plane from the USA to Canada without showing my receipt.  Not only do I have a passport but I also have a nexus card.  I believe I also had to show it once I got back to Canada.  This was last month.

6 hours ago, muffin said:

FWIW  I understand the ArriveCAN  info is automatically attached to your passport when you get the receipt for it. Therefore when your passport is scanned they get that info up too…no need to ask you about it.  

 

We drove to Montana for a mini vacation a few days ago. On our way home, Canada Border officer asked for our passports, as usual. I also  offered up our Arrive Canada App, which he declined, saying that when he enters our passport numbers onto his computer, he can see our ArriveCan information. 
 

Flying back to Canada last December, we were required to enter the arrive can info on the Westjet site before we could download our boarding passes. We didn’t show our ArriveCan app on arrival , but we assumed it was because we had our Nexus cards, I’m not sure.

Battery powered tea light candles make good nightlights too. I don’t want anything too bright, so I get the yellow tinted ones. They’re cheap enough too.

Thanks for the detailed information. I wonder if there’ll be both a Pinnacle Gala as well as a Cellar Masters event on a 14 day transatlantic, a considerably shorter cruise than your South Pacific adventure.