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I never thought I would say this bit I LOVE CLEVELAND.

Story time. Left Seattle 30 min late. THEN!! Unbelievable winds. Turbulence. Diverted north to Wyoming instead of flying to Denver. Then it got ugly. Bouncing on my seat. Landed in Denver missed our connection. Wait!!! The plane we were on became the connection. We had to gather all our belongings. Exit stage left. Go “P” re board same seat. Hope it gets better Be safe.

Breakfast at CK at 6:30am 7am. Suites met at wonderland 7:28am escorted to baggage claim by concierge (Junior) Free luggage valet so we just walked to customs. 7:39am on bus to go to airport. 8:22am. At airport. Got carryon. Walked to TSA. Pre check. Minimal line 8:45 am. Walking to terminal A. Gate changed to Terminal S. Back track 9:25. At gate. Be safe.

Suitcases in hall. Free luggage valet. View from balcony. Be safe.

On all our cruises we have never gambled on the last day which is today. Many were in casino. There were many notices about casino closing at 3 pm for remaining time on cruise. All guest were to redeem their tokens and slot machine play. We rode up from the Promenade with an elevator full of gamblers who were on the slots and they were very upset that the machines shut off and could not get their free play. I do not know about chips from table games. Be safe.

The dessert section in the WJ for lunch. Be safe.

We were invited to a tour of the bridge today, as suite guest. We met on deck 12 by forward elevators. Signed our waver. Hand metal detector by security. Phone call made by Junior (concierge) to get final approval. We had to be sailing in condition green to be permitted to go to bridge. Some of reasons tours were canceled because of conditions red or yellow are Fog Rough seas Ice. 2 security guards stayed with us. We met Martin second officer and he gave an excellent presentation. overlooking Bow. Control panel on side of bridge. Ships statistics. View looking back from side of bridge. Then had a question and answer period. Escorted out. Tour over. Very pleased with the opportunity to experience the bridge. Be safe.

Our current location. Phones service quick but much faster on balcony. Be safe.

Yes. Sadly. Getting ready for a suite treat. Pictures to follow. Be safe.

Good morning. Last full day on cruise. Woke up to the mighty toilets not working. Then they flushed on their own. Breakfast now. Then the dreaded packing. Be safe.

Took a break. Some cabin time. Resting. Still cannot believe that Jimmy Buffett died. His music is legacy. Copied from FB the following says it best. Prayers for him as well as all Who knew him.

CK for dinner. Spouse had 4 lobster tails (poached???) They were small but made a ok meal. When asked if he liked them he just commented. “I like the old way better”. I think she was surprised with his honesty. I opted to eat off the children’s menu and had spaghetti. It was good. Desserts were baked Alaska and was a generous portion. Be safe.

We just met and waved to Ovation of the Seas. ….at Sea. Be safe.

Story Time. (some of this previously posted). In 2018 before we sailed to Alaska we watched the Poseidon on regular. TV This year before we sailed watched Titanic. Now I see a new book is currently being advertised. A new occurrence for me ??? Be safe.

We have never done it. I am guess you must keep all your suitcases and go down to level that you disembark on. Get in line. You will be first off with others doing it. The information will start showing up on the TV soon. Be safe.

Breakfast in CK. Whale watching off starboard side. To far from ship. Just see spray from blow hole. Be safe.

Thank you for sharing your pictures. Beautiful. Also forgot to post a picture from Red dog saloon. Wyatt Earps gun framed in glass display case behind bar when he fled town in a hurry before the sheriff could catch him. Be safe.

Good morning. Woke up to significant rolling on board. I literally bounced from one wall to the other walking to breakfast. When looking out the window no whitecaps just maybe 2 foot waves (guessing). Sea day Updates to follow. P.S. Rest in Peace Jimmy Buffett I was honored to watch your gift of Music ( singing) in concert.

Dinner in pictures. Big Shrimp We we’re offered a second serving. Caesar salad. Anchovies Chicken Filet. 9 ounces. Butterflied. Side dishes. Red velvet cake Key lime pie Dinner was a Casino comp. The entrees were $79 each. Chicken was good. Spouse said Filet was okay, nothing to rave about. We would not have opted to dine here. CK is where we enjoy. Be safe.

This CHOPS is massive. Presently only 3 couples here. ???? Guest not booking dinner package ???? Be safe.

Dinner at CHOPS. View outside window. Restaurant poorly designed. Other 3 walls no view.

Sadly we did not. We wanted to walk. And if I had a drink this early in the day I would just want a nap. But moreover I usually do not venture from my comfort zone of Rum and diet coke Amaretto Sour or Merlot. But. Many a duck was farting was making the rounds. Be safe.

Random pictures from our walking/ shopping trip. Red dog saloon. Roxy name on post Aka French dip. Fish sandwich (cod). Menu Restaurant. Main street. Cool day in 50’s. Great for walking.

Thanks.

Late comments on Sitka tour. Raptors——excellent Eagles—excellent National park. Salmon run —excellent Tour guide —excellent Dance—😔 It was done very well until the last stop. We went to a dance presentation choreographed by native Alaskans. Although it was great seeing their culture being passed down to subsequent generations. However The show was very repetitive and seem to last forever. I gave them credit for keeping their heritage alive. But needs some finishing touches. We were one of the last guest to get back to ship. But not pier runners. Be safe.