cardiffman Posted October 13, 2017 #51 Share Posted October 13, 2017 (edited) That picture of the Golden Princess in Sydney is amazing. As I understand it, a huge portion of the passengers on a cruise that starts or ends in Sydney are Australians. But that probably doesn't keep the bankers in those office towers from feeling like tourists are invading. That ship looks like it has to let the air out of its tires to get under the legendary bridge. What a sight. Edited October 13, 2017 by cardiffman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DougH Posted October 13, 2017 #52 Share Posted October 13, 2017 Looking forward to hearing all about your adventures. I was last there in 2002 (can't believe it was that long ago)and hope to visit again in 2018. I stayed just down the street from you in the Rocks at the Hotel Russell. Perfect location for exploring the city, I loved walking around the harbor every night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Woobstr112G Posted October 14, 2017 #53 Share Posted October 14, 2017 Hello everyone- I’ve just published the first post of this season's cruise blog. If you’re interested, it’s at http://www.pescadoamarillo.blogspot.com One guess about where we’re going this year. Hope you’ll cruise along with us! I'll be there. Trying to get Holli o agree to a cruise down under in Nov of 2018 on RCCL.....:):):) Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steelers36 Posted October 14, 2017 #54 Share Posted October 14, 2017 That picture of the Golden Princess in Sydney is amazing. As I understand it, a huge portion of the passengers on a cruise that starts or ends in Sydney are Australians. But that probably doesn't keep the bankers in those office towers from feeling like tourists are invading. That ship looks like it has to let the air out of its tires to get under the legendary bridge. What a sight. It doesn't go under the bridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruise Junky Posted October 14, 2017 #55 Share Posted October 14, 2017 Keep Port Douglas in good shape for me, we'll be there in a couple of weeks. Loving the blog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frflatt Posted October 14, 2017 #56 Share Posted October 14, 2017 Very excited to be following - I love your style of writing and sense of humour. Will be particularly interested as we have booked a land tour in Australia and cruise round New Zealand on the Majestic Princess in March 2019 - so will be looking for tips and insights. Currently watching the progress of Golden Princess - 43 nm from Sydney - and the Sydney Harbour webcam for a first sighting of the ship; due to dock at 9pm BST. Strange to think that we will be watching from London, England and you will be watching in Sydney at the same time; isn’t technology amazing! I hope you have a wonderful and exciting (in the right way) season 8 cruising and I will be following along. Stephen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DMCruiser Posted October 14, 2017 #57 Share Posted October 14, 2017 So excited to follow along again this year!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare PescadoAmarillo Posted October 15, 2017 Author #58 Share Posted October 15, 2017 Thanks everyone. We are in the terminal, soon to board! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metairiegal Posted October 15, 2017 #59 Share Posted October 15, 2017 Watching the Sydney cam from here in South Florida and the Golden looking mighty pretty! http://webcamsydney.com/ Bon Voyage! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kjets Posted October 15, 2017 #60 Share Posted October 15, 2017 I only checked your blog last Sunday and thought you should be up and going shortly! About to go and get reading to catch up and so excited that you have been down to us here in Australia! Travel safe and really looking forward to following another season with you [emoji4] Sent from my SM-N920I using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cheznandy Posted October 15, 2017 #61 Share Posted October 15, 2017 Watching the Sydney cam from here in South Florida and the Golden looking mighty pretty! http://webcamsydney.com/ Bon Voyage! I watched them sailaway on that cam, love our harbour from that view!! Just gotta love the internet that brings us all together;p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Keith1010 Posted October 15, 2017 #62 Share Posted October 15, 2017 Thank you for sharing this. Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VK3DQ Posted October 15, 2017 #63 Share Posted October 15, 2017 Thanks everyone. We are in the terminal, soon to board! Hello Folks My wife Jean ,MIL Elsie (93) and I will join you on board for your last leg the Christmas New years cruise , so please look after the ship until then :evilsmile: This is my second attempt on Golden Princess as I was taken ill on board three years ago and had to fly home to Melbourne from New Zealand So with some "goodwill $$$s" from Princess we splurged and have booked the only "Grand Suite" on the ship , and intend to do some serious Balcony cruising :halo: to please my Lady Doctor I will be keeping up to date with your blog to see how you report the various ports around our area as we have been to most of them now a number of times the Ship tends to be our destination. However as my medical issues have been restricting my mobility this will be my first trip with my mobility scooter so it may open up some new horizons for me We do hope you enjoy your winter and it would be delightful to catch up for a coffee whilst on board Kindest Regards John Jean & Elsie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colonialinnkeeper Posted October 15, 2017 #64 Share Posted October 15, 2017 Bon Voyage to you both as you embark on another winter adventure. So look forward to "our" adventure as you share your days with us all. May blue skies and warm breezes be with you. :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GweninTX Posted October 16, 2017 #65 Share Posted October 16, 2017 Looking forward to your posts. We are doing this in 2019! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nini Posted October 16, 2017 #66 Share Posted October 16, 2017 Thank you for sharing! We love the Golden. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cormike1 Posted October 17, 2017 #67 Share Posted October 17, 2017 Things have been hectic around our home for the past week and I completely forgot to check your blog Jeannie. So glad I noticed this thread when I got onto CC. Off I go to catch up. Safe travels and I am looking forward to following along with you and G's adventures this year. Stay well both of you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katie11 Posted October 19, 2017 #68 Share Posted October 19, 2017 I was so pleased to find your posts, I love following your latest adventures. It's a shame you have struck bad weather up north, hopefully it will be a lot better on the return trip. Where I live, we have not had decent rain for over 3 to 4 months, we would love a bit of what you are getting. I was on Golden Princess in August to Hawaii, a very enjoyable cruise (35 days). There was a trio of young men called Acoustic Rush Trio, playing in the Piazza with one special concert given because of their popularity. Are they still on the ship? If so, don't miss them. They are excellent. I will be following along and reading your blog. Enjoy the cruise(s). Kerry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metairiegal Posted October 19, 2017 #69 Share Posted October 19, 2017 FYI - there is another ship in Sydney today (or make that, tomorrow): http://webcamsydney.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruise Junky Posted October 20, 2017 #70 Share Posted October 20, 2017 Sorry your weather has been so crappy especiallly in my favourite spot of Port Douglas. Thanks for the tip on Pinenuts :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metairiegal Posted November 17, 2017 #71 Share Posted November 17, 2017 PescadoAmarillo, here is the video you were looking for of the Golden sailing into Sydney: http://www.gettyimages.com.au/detail/video/princess-cruises-2600-passenger-golden-princess-sailed-news-footage/874602982 GOLDEN PRINCESS SAILS INTO SYDNEY WITH RAINBOW BANNER AT THE BOW IN ANTICIPATION OF HISTORIC MARRIAGE EQUALITY RESULT Princess Cruises’ 2600-passenger Golden Princess sailed into Sydney today with a huge rainbow flag covering the front deck to coincide with the imminent announcement of the result of the national marriage equality survey. The giant 24.5-metre by 18-metre banner signified support for a ‘yes’ vote in the national survey on the part of Carnival Australia, which accounts for seven cruise brands including Princess Cruises. In anticipation of the expected history-making survey result, and the promise of a prompt change to marriage law in Australia, Carnival Australia said it looked forward to all Australians having marriage equality. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare OzKiwiJJ Posted December 3, 2017 #72 Share Posted December 3, 2017 PescadoAmarillo, would it be possible for you to take photos of the MDR wine list for me. I'm trying to get a handle on how the AUD prices compare with the USD prices. Most Aussies who post drinks list prices tend to just post the wine by the glass selections, never the full wine list. I know it's a big ask as there are quite a few pages in that wine list but it really would be appreciated. My next cruise isn't until March and I'd like to do the comparison before then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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