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Are Coleman foldable chairs allowed?
durangoscots replied to BobbiSox's topic in Holland America Line
Drafted auto correct wrote Canberra no question and when I corrected that it started acting silly. Chairs are clearly marked. -
Are Coleman foldable chairs allowed?
durangoscots replied to BobbiSox's topic in Holland America Line
The chairs on the Volevdam are very clearly marked as reserved and there Can be 7thno question. -
In my cabin, one of the drawers keeps falling out. I expect a mess when I get back from dinner. Hope all else is anchored down.8
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I heard it!!! And right now they are removing all glasses from the tables in the Lido. Or at least most of them. There are still some on some tables.
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The Fleet Report and Daily for Tuesday February 6th, 2024
durangoscots replied to kazu's topic in Holland America Line
Good morning from the Volendam at Komodo Island. Unfortunately I am not making it to shore. The body said "too much walking and too much heat and humidity". I have seen dragons before...just not in their native habitat. But there is still a lot of cruise left. I should have done this 15 years ago. Am very much enjoying the cruise and the ship. Food is good, there is a variety of entertainment and the staff is, as usual, attentive. From observation some areas could do with more personnel and things occasionally seem a bit rushed. But all in all, a very good experience. Best wishes to all. I am following the Daily as best I can. My phone does not always cooperate. Susan- 81 replies
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The Fleet Report and Daily for Saturday January 20th, 2024
durangoscots replied to kazu's topic in Holland America Line
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The Fleet Report and Daily for Saturday, January 13th, 2024
durangoscots replied to kazu's topic in Holland America Line
Just dropping by to catch up with everyone. I think the Volendam will have to find another place to off load all the donations meant for Fanning Island. Last I heard it was 19 boxes. I am not missing the weather in Durango! Heavy snow and cold . Neighbors assured me all is well so onward to Christmas Island...anyone else remember the old song? .Susan- 80 replies
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I took the volcano and garden tour. I was Tired mainly due to age and we were slow getting started as some people were late. Not too much walking and the guide was great.I am very glad I did it. Susan
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Just chiming in here. This was my first time in Hilo and I did one of the volcano tours . Well done and enjoyable. But I was tired at the end. I was not impressed with last night's entertainment either but others seemed to really enjoy it. Will give the next a pass and spare my hearing. Still lots to do and an getting very good night's sleep. Susan
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The bands are very good and I have been following the classical trio made up of piano, cello, and violin. They play 3 time at day - repeating their daily 45 minute set. Very talented and their audience has grown from a few the first night to a full house last night. They are however in a small venue. Susan
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The Fleet Report and Daily for January 6th, 2024
durangoscots replied to kazu's topic in Holland America Line
Just checking in from the Volendam..... I am very comfortable in my cabin but I am finding that my walking is far less steady than it used to be. I may have to rethink some of my tour plans. Not really a surprise. And I need to work on sending emails with this tablet..... my fingers are too fat. Durango is going to be hit with the second of three snow storms with 10 inches expected. So glad I am not there. Miss my dogs, but they would not enjoy the trip. Susan- 105 replies
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The Fleet Report and Daily for Wednesday, January 3rd, 2024
durangoscots replied to kazu's topic in Holland America Line
I am here. Still waiting on one bag.....one of the luggage forward bags is in pretty sad shape....not sure if it will be able to make the trip home. Will have to work with it. It is going to take me awhile to get my things where I can find them. Captain say tonight may be a bit bouncy. Susan .- 80 replies
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The Fleet Report and Daily for Sunday December 31st, 2023
durangoscots replied to kazu's topic in Holland America Line
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The Fleet Report and Daily for Sunday December 31st, 2023
durangoscots replied to kazu's topic in Holland America Line
Will try to read through today's comments later but right now my tablet and CC are not doing well together. Cloudy with rain in San Diego. Am about to make another run at Rite Aid as I forgot some things. I was going to do Hop-On/Hop-Off but the weather sort of discouraged me. Hope all that are on their way make it with a minimum of effort. See you soon. Susan- 142 replies
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Chance of rain is less than it was this morning.... hope it holds off....or better yet goes away.
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The Fleet Report and Daily for Saturday, December 30th, 2023
durangoscots replied to kazu's topic in Holland America Line
I want low key also - My phone number is in my previous post. I am looking forward to meeting everyone in the next few days and having a great cruise on the Volendam. By the way..... I did not accept any of the up sell offers. I am going to have a huge boarding bill for my dogs even with the discount my friend who owns the kennels gives me. Susan- 79 replies
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The Fleet Report and Daily for Saturday, December 30th, 2023
durangoscots replied to kazu's topic in Holland America Line
Good morning to all from rainy San Diego. The showers are supposed to move out by noon. We shall see, but this morning will be spent reading and drinking coffee. The travel from Durango was both good and bad. My flight from Durango to Phoenix was delayed over 2 hours (why did I think that might happen?). A maintenance issue and they could not locate the proper contractor and then deicing since the outside temperature was 13F. And frankly it felt like that inside too. And they kept us on the plane the whole time. I had a long layover scheduled in Phoenix, but they got me on to an earlier flight and wonder of wonders... they sent my checked luggage with me. So I actually arrived at the Wyndham well before check in. They had a room for me ready, so I am in and settled. My back is really protesting the travel and lugging about my carry on so I will be glad to have a few days to rest up. I find also that I do not do long walks well (I had to change terminals at Phoenix and it was an absolute zoo... easier to walk than to try to find a ride). Will try to catch up on the Daily. @dfishGlad your surgery went well (I did see that) and my best to all of you. This afternoon I am supposed to meet up with friends. And maybe I had better invest in a new rainjacket. Mine is packed in my shipped luggage and I just looked at the forecast for the 3rd. We cann hope it will change. @cruising sisterI will be at the hotel when you arrive. My cell phone is 970-749-5930. Or ask for me at the desk. I think my full name is on the roll call. Susan- 79 replies
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The Fleet Report and Daily for Thursday, December 28th, 2023
durangoscots replied to kazu's topic in Holland America Line
Good afternoon.... taking a quick break for lunch, then back to work. Took the dogs out to boarding together with all their stuff- their own blankies, food, and meds for Bandit. The owner gave me her personal email to I can keep in touch - she is there most of the time. They seemed happy enough to go in. I think they get bored being at home with Mom. Did a quick stop at the bank and now I think the rest of my day will be concentrated on home and packing. Still have a list to work through. Love the pictures of Dubrovnik.... don't think I will ever get there and it looks very interesting. @richwmnthanks for posting the menus. I am going to have trouble keeping my weight under control... the choices look really good. Susan- 89 replies
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The Fleet Report and Daily for Thursday, December 28th, 2023
durangoscots replied to kazu's topic in Holland America Line
Good morning to all. Sunny and will be in the 40's. This will be short... will post more later. I need to get hustling if I am going to head out the door tomorrow morning at 3:30am. Right now the house looks like I have a tornado inside that is looking for an exit. To do today: Dogs to boarding kennel! Bank. Straighten up this mess as best I can. Keys to my neighbor. Finish packing. I am behind since the past two days I have felt like I was coming down with a cold (just what I needed) and I spent some time napping when I should have been working. However took allergy meds yesterday and it has cleared up. I suspect it was all the dusting and sorting thatI was doing. I would love the minestrone for supper tonight but it will be a final attack on the frig before I throw some things out. More later. Susan- 89 replies
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Glad it was no worse. I usually hate all the attention more than the fall. Susan
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The Fleet Report and Daily for Tuesday, December 26th, 2023
durangoscots replied to kazu's topic in Holland America Line
Good morning. As usual sunny and cold. Temp was 9F when dogs and I walked (short and quick). Will be out again when the sun finally warms things a bit although high today will be in the high 30s. Then it begins to warm a bit. Today will be spent cleaning up the house as best I can in preparation for my departure. I fly out on Friday morning. I am allowing time to visit with friends around San Diego but also I need a couple days to decompress. Have to finish writing up condo information for the person who is going to cover for me. And finish packing. Everything seems to take longer than I anticipate. Dogs go to boarding Thursday so I can do the final packing in peace without having to remove furry butts from the bed and suitcase. @rafinmdSorry to hear about the flare up but glad they are monitoring the situation carefully. Back later when I take a break. Susan- 95 replies
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The Fleet Report and Daily for Monday, December 25th, 2023
durangoscots replied to kazu's topic in Holland America Line
Terri, sorry you have the sore throat. I was told to use whiskey rather than salt water. 😁- 109 replies
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The Fleet Report and Daily for Sunday, December 24th, 2023
durangoscots replied to kazu's topic in Holland America Line
Good afternoon. Cloudy and cold. Low tonight in the single digits. @Cruising-alongI had a very restless night last night for exactly the same reason. Today is being spent cleaning and tomorrow will be reviewing and completing a large portion of my short-term to do list. Sent an email to a number of my friends explaining why I am not sending cards this year. Many of them are also not sending but for far less pleasant reasons. We are aging... no doubt about it. We get a little snow tonight, but the weather is supposed to be dry for the next week or so although they threaten possible snow on New Years Eve. That would be normal for us. More later maybe back to trying to be productive. Susan- 132 replies
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So supposedly you know what service the dog is trained for. What you don't know, and can't ask, is does the person with the dog have that condition. Frankly, traveling with a dog is real hassle and would cut down on one's ability to do certain things. I have seen the kennel areas on the QM2 and also traveled on the QE2 when her kennels were operational. Met a lovely Scottish Deerhound that way.
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In the past I have worked with people who are training dogs to become service dogs (my participation was the teaching of basic commands). HAL can not as what someone's disability is, can ask what function the dog performs. I wondered about a "service dog" years ago on the Grand South America. Owner had the dog with him in Crow's Nest and at meals and sometimes on tours BUT he seemed able to do a full day tour at least once and left the dog in his room. And there were several places where the dog could not go ashore but the man went anyway (like the Falklands). He let the dog off leash often and the dog really liked me.... would come and sit on my feet quite a way from the owner. Nice dog.... but...... Susan