JanetMarie

While I realize this post is old, I'm simply adding my two cents experience. We were recently on the Glory, Chesapeake Bay cruise. We had one night of choppy water, slapping of water, BUT, it's a coastal cat and we expected a bit of a rough ride and did not mind it one bit. It helps that hubby has a sailboat. Comparing the Glory to the mega ships we've been on, this was a piece of cake.

On our latest cruise in April, the vodka brands I saw were Tito and Grey Goose.

We returned 2 weeks ago from cruising the Chesapeake Bay on the "Glory." While the track is half the size compared to the "Melody" we sailed 7 months ago, we were able to arise at 6 a.m. and walk for 30 minutes (lots of laps, tho). There were no signs posted that it was closed.

A couple of days ago, I was able to check us in for our upcoming Chesapeake Bay cruise. You will need to be within the 14 day window to check in.

JWUC, Hope you enjoyed your Lower Mississippi last week! We sailed on The Melody on the Lower and had a wonderful time! I'm sure you found out there are laundry facilities onboard. ACL supplies the Tide pods and dryer sheets. I found this to help with the "amount" of clothing us women tend to pack lol.

Additionally, once you book your excursions and wish to change them, you may do so. Bear in mind, though, that the change you are seeking may be filled. I tend to knee jerk book a few and then realize, after more thoroughly reading the complete descriptions, that I would have preferred another excursion.

Wow! I feel there is probably more to your story than meets the eye. We took the "Melody" on the Mississippi a year and a half ago and had the most wonderful experience. Our meals were very tasteful, and if we requested that something be prepared a certain way, it was. The Hotel Manager served our wine each evening. All crew were most accommodating and provided fantastic service.

We were in International waters, night time, and the ship slowed, turned back, and picked up a raft full of people from Venezuela. They were kept down below until we docked in Miami where they were met by immigration folks.

We always book an aft cabin. The deck is dependent upon what is above and what is below. We don't want the dining room above us or the kitchen, etc. What we like about aft sailing is sitting on our balcony day or night and simply enjoying the wake. There's no obstruction, just you and the ocean around. It's really very peaceful. You will hear thrusters on occasion but it's simply a small rumble type sound, does not bother us. I'm not sure if the aft balconies are larger, but if you get a corner aft cabin, the balcony should be larger. Enjoy!

Wow, topic brings up lots of memories. Back when we cruised on the mega liners, we were invited a couple of times to dine at the Captain's Table. That was also a time when dress was elaborate. Women wore floor length dresses, men in tux. Ahhh....great memories.

Great questions! We took the Lower Mississippi from NO to Memphis. In reference to refunds on excursions . . . I was under the weather one morning and unable to take the excursion. I notified our cruise director, Colin, and we were not charged for it. ACL, IMO and experience, is very good about working with and appealing to the passenger. We really, really enjoyed seeing ALL the barges on the river; it was unbelievable. Have fun!

We have a few cruises with ACL under our belt. Whenever I have called their office, my questions have always been answered in a timely and informative manner. I have always had courteous representatives on the phone. We highly, highly recommend ACL! Joanandjoe, I totally agree with your detailed post. Spot on!

I was happy to see this post. We, too, just received our boarding info for the Glory. I was also under the impression we boarded at The Wharf and made reservations at the Hilton. We will take and Uber to the ship. Thank you to BaumD for the map and information.

Go directly to our stateroom, drop the carry on pieces, and become familiar with the ship. Oh, and a glass of wine might be part of the equation.

When I see ladies around the tables of jewelry, or the "inch of gold sales," I know they are first timers (more or less). I've found through our years of cruising on the mega liners that jewelry is not cheaper in the islands. Our jeweler will automatically give my husband 40% off. Plus!!! I know I'm getting a nice piece of jewelry.

I agree with you! We enjoyed dressing up for dinner, formal night, and no shorts or tshirts in the dining room! To this date, it bugs me to see tshirts in the dining room.

I really like this and what an excellent idea! I tend to be ol' fashioned and save different items from our cruises and then scrapbook them.

You are so right!!! Gosh, too funny!!

Enjoy your day! We're blessed for another day!

I was experiencing hair loss, what I would describe as a higher than normal amount coming out after my evening shower. It went on for a few weeks. I made and appt with my PCP, who stated, after blood work, there was nothing going on with my body, that it was the colder weather, etc. I was advised to take Biotin, which I have been. For whatever reason, the hair loss stopped.

Lois! You probably won't remember because I've not been on the boards a lot, like I used to be. We used to communicate on the fashion page. Hope you are well! Janet in Connecticut

Yes! I buy them right from Amazon. I never thought that at my age I would be wearing them, but they work, I like them, and they travel with me!

Also, be sure and put your shoes/sandles/slides on before sailing! I made the mistake of taking a pair of dress shoes that I hadn't worn in a couple of years. They didn't fit!!

I agree with you. We are Hilton members, so I've booked a Hilton near the Wharf for around $400.

DaveinCharlotte, your lanyard, and your bus boarding ticket (if you are staying at the Four Seasons) and a couple of other "info" papers, are given to you at the hotel.