SD1 - Feb. 18 to 27

[frequent traveler]

DJ - you have raised the bar this time on the review. GWTW part II will win a Pulitzer if you continue at this level. Fantastic! I feel like I am there (until I look out my office window and remember we are in for rough weather tonight).

 

FT

[DisneyJen]

A friend of mine who we met on our very first Sea Goddess cruise in January, 1995.

 

We were very honored to meet ctbjr's friend.

 

Thats great. Nice that you stayed in touch all these years. Hey, It is not too late to adopt me.:eek:

 

It is amazing how many lifelong friends you make on SD! Mind you Jim, we all had to pay our own way on this charter.

 

DJ - you have raised the bar this time on the review. GWTW part II will win a Pulitzer if you continue at this level. Fantastic! I feel like I am there (until I look out my office window and remember we are in for rough weather tonight).

 

FT

 

Thanks FT:D Not looking forward to the weather coming through at all.

 

Now back to my lonely writer's garret to work on the next day. (Actually it's the kitchen table:eek:).

[Jim Avery]

DJ - you have raised the bar this time on the review. GWTW part II will win a Pulitzer if you continue at this level. Fantastic! I feel like I am there (until I look out my office window and remember we are in for rough weather tonight).

 

FT

 

Well put, FT. I was thinking the same thing. Even the weather bit. Same due here.

[ctbjr1309]

Hey, It is not too late to adopt me.:eek:

 

I'm thinking that he believes 8 children to be sufficient at this point in time.

[Jim Avery]

I'm thinking that he believes 8 children to be sufficient at this point in time.

 

8!:eek: Does that include Disney Jen? :D

[ctbjr1309]

8!:eek: Does that include Disney Jen? :D

 

Nope.

[knotheadusc]

What a perfect trip! So who's up next for some live reporting?

 

:)

[frequent traveler]

What a perfect trip! So who's up next for some live reporting?

 

:)

 

I won't hijack the thread but my only live reporting until we arrive in Vienna in July is to complain about the difficulty/cost in arranging airfare from here to VCE and ATH back home :eek:

Ft

[DisneyJen]

8!:eek: Does that include Disney Jen? :D

 

Nope.

 

Trust me I wish it were one of the 8:p

[DisneyJen]

What a perfect trip! So who's up next for some live reporting?

 

:)

 

Truly was an incredible trip!

 

I won't hijack the thread but my only live reporting until we arrive in Vienna in July is to complain about the difficulty/cost in arranging airfare from here to VCE and ATH back home :eek:

Ft

 

You aren't hijacking FT. I can't imagine what air is at this point.:eek:

[DisneyJen]

Although the sun rose at 6:43 a.m., DJ’s DH and I slept on those wonderful Frette linens and delightful down pillows until 7:30. We both checked our iPhones and gave thanks for our good fortune as we saw that schools in our county were closed because of snow.

 

I opened the curtains to find the sun dancing like diamonds on the sapphire waters as we were anchored off Jost.

 

 

Flying the BVI Flag.

 

From our porthole windows it looked like another perfect day for SeaDreaming! Being a work day at home, DJ’s DH procured Wi-Fi the night before the work week. While I puttered around the stateroom DJ’s DH quickly connected with the real world.

 

We donned our bathing suits, cover ups and hats before heading up to the Office for breakfast with old friends and new friends. Marcus seemed to already understand everyone’s unique routine as we all would arrive at different times and cycle in and out of the Office. DJ’s DH and I had our usual breakfast fare … habits are had to break.

 

At 8 a.m. yoga class began with Khun Cindy and the Dolphin Encounter Excursion left from the Gangway.

 

Thanks to Daniel, Cat and Captain S., guests had their choice of Zodiac service to White Bay, home to the Soggy Dollar, and tender service to Great Harbor, home of Foxy’s and many other delightful beach bars and shops, starting at 9 a.m.

 

A tender arrives from Great Harbor.

 

I had my traditional reflexology treatment at 10 a.m. with Khun Jo and was so relaxed I almost fell asleep. The spa team was offering testing of Harnn’s silk body oils, scrubs and butter in the concierge foyer but since I was totally relaxed (okay as relaxed as I can get), I just waved to Concierge Frudelyn (also known as Frud) and Brenda as I made my way to the TOY Bar where I found DJ’s DH in the Office. I grabbed the nearest Bali Bed to soak in the view and the sun.

 

View of Great Harbor

 

Before we knew it lunch was served … in the Office:

 

From the Cold Buffet:

Chilled Jumbo Prawns with Cocktail Sauce

Herring in Curry Sauce

Grilled Vegetable Platter

Whole Roast Paprika Chicken

Egg-Mustard Salad

Endive and Orange

 

Healthy Tossed Salad Prepared a la Minute:

Fresh Spinach and Bacon Salad with Balsamic Dressing

 

Great Your Own Salad with a Wide Variety of Condiments and a Selection of Dressings

 

Soup of the Day:

Carrot and Ginger

 

From the Grill:

Hamburger of Cheeseburger

Hot Dog Served with Relish

 

Side Dishes:

Garlic Rice, Crushed Onion Potato, French Fries

 

Summer Bistro:

Grilled Ham and Cheese

Linguini con Vongole

 

Local Favorite:

Lasagna al Forno with Marinara Sauce

 

SeaDream Wellness Selection:

Marinated Melon Cocktail

 

Vegetarian Dish of Today

Aubergine Pavarotti with Tomato Sauce

 

Oriental Choice:

Stir Fried Beef with Black Pepper and Broccoli

 

Prepared a la Minute:

Blue Cheese topped Kansas Beef Burger with Pecan Bun, Raisin Cole Slaw and French Fries

Scaloppini of Grouper on Mix Green Lettuce with Tropical Fruit Salsa

 

Wines:

Suggested wines:

Cloudy Bay, Marlborough, 2008 - $56

Croze-Hermitage, Rhone Valley, 2006 - $37

 

After enjoying the delicious eggplant parmesan, I wandered down to the bridge to talk to the Captain about the course we would take later in the day to Cooper Island.

 

View from the foredeck in front of the bridge of Tortola.

 

View from the starboard wing bridge.

 

Captain S. asked me if I was a sailor and I explained that I had seawater in my veins as my maternal grandfather was an Admiral in the Navy during World War 2. I also explained that we had chartered sailboats with the Moorings in Tortola and sailed these very waters twice on a 38-foot monohull.

 

We also talked about the common ending to his last name and my maiden name. Interestingly we share a Lithuania connection. I jokingly told him if he needed any help navigating to Anegada I had plenty of experience as I served as navigator on both of our trips to Anegada while bare boating.

 

Captain S. jokingly told me he expected me on the bridge at 6:30 a.m. to help navigate. Little did he know I would take the invitation seriously.

 

Having taken enough of the Captain’s time, I headed back to Bali Bed to SeaDream.

 

While the movie “Something Borrowed” played in the Main Salon at 3 p.m., the captain picked up the anchor and we made our way up a lake-like Sir Frances Drake Channel for an 18-nautical-mile sail to Cooper Island.

 

Sailing up the Sir Frances Drake Channel to Cooper Island.

[DisneyJen]

Tender service was established at 5 p.m. and ran continuously until 10:30 p.m. In more than 30 trips to the Caribbean this was DJ’s DH’s and my first trip to this delightful spot. Our timing was perfect for happy hour where drinks for 2 for 1.

 

We soaked in the view from the bar’s delightful patio and watched the sun begin its every so gentle sinking into the sea.

 

The view from the Cooper Island Beach Club Bar.

 

DJ’s DH and I dipped our toes into the water and were asked by two couples from California if we had disembarked from that gorgeous yacht. We smiled, said yes and asked if they had any questions. We then spent about 30 minutes in the surf talking about our beloved SeaDream and how it compares to chartering a sailboat or catamaran in the BVI. Actually nothing compares to SeaDreaming …

 

We caught a tender back to the yacht just as the sun started to kiss the ocean.

 

Sunset from the tender.

 

The sinking sun.

 

The view from Deck 3.

 

We missed the cocktail hour pool side as we needed to shower and change for dinner. This evening we decided to dine at a table for just two and to enjoy a bottle of Veuve Cliquot off the wine list.

 

With the lights of Tortola and St. John competing with a star filled sky we were served a wonderful dinner by Olivier and Mark and attentive wine service from Xander. We used one of our 15-percent off returning SeaDreamer coupons for the wine.

 

Dinner

 

Appetizers:

Carpaccio of Beef Tenderloin with Parmesan Crisp and Orange Flavored Oil

Warm Sesame Crab Claws Coated with Shrimp and served with Kroepoek and Sweet Chili Sauce

Vegetable Filled Spring Roll with Nori Sheet and Spicy Plum Sauce

 

Middle Course:

Veloute of Wild Mushroom with Truffle Oil

Won-Ton Soup

Jim’s Salad – Chiffonade of Romaine Lettuce with Walnut Dressing and Blue Cheese Crumbles

Iceberg Lettuce with Russian Dressing

An Assortment of Leaf Salads are always Available with Your Favorite Dressings

 

Homemade Entremets:

Pineapple Sorbet

Kiwi Frozen Yoghurt

 

Pasta:

Cannelloni di Ricotta e Spinaci con Salsa di Pomodoro – Tube Pasta Filled with Ricotta Cheese, Spinach and served on Fresh Tomato Coulis

 

Main Dishes

Grilled Fillet of Turbot on Saffron Risotto with Lemon Beurre Blanc

Zodiac Chicken - Stuffed Free-Range Chicken Breast with Puff Pastry, with Shallot and Port Wine Jus

Striploin Steak with Thyme Mashed Potatoes and Béarnaise Sauce

 

Always Available:

Russian Osetra Karat Caviar – 1 oz. jar - $122.80

Sevruga Caviar – 1 oz. jar - $44

Sevruga Caviar Duo – 3 oz. jar - $132

Russian Osetra Karat Caviar Amber – 1 oz. jar - $101.60

Russian Osetra Caviar Gold – 1 oz. jar - $122.80

 

A la Carte Selection:

Consommé Double with Batonnet au Fromage

Caesar Salad served with Croutons and Grated Parmesan Cheese

Linguini al Pesto or with Chunky Tomato Sauce

Broiled Fillet of Organic Salmon with Caper Butter

Chicken Breast with Herbs, Lemon and Virgin Olive Oil

Grilled NY Cut Strip-Loin Steak, Madagascar Pepper Sauce

 

Indulge with Your Pastry Chef Ferenc Beres Molnar

Dessert:

Flourless Chocolate Cake with Royal Chocolate Cream

Lemon Soufflé with Sour Cream Ice Cream

Strawberry Pavlova with Raspberry Sorbet

 

Ice Creams:

Pistachio

Chocolate

Vanilla

Cookies and Cream

Sour Cream

 

Assorted European Cheeses served with Homemade Cheese Bread

 

Wine Recommendations:

White Wines:

Pouilly Fume, Pascal Jolivet, 2009, $45

Chardonnay, Robert Mondavi, 2004, $67

Chardonnay, Rio Vivo, Casablanca Valley, Laroche, 2004, $32

 

Red Wines:

Chateau Calon-Segur, Grand Cru Classe, 2004 - $113

Cabernet Sauvignon, Cakebread Cellar, 2005, $112

Clos Fourtet, First Grand Cru Classe, 2007, $112

 

When we arrived at the dessert course, Olivier asked if I would like the Chocolate Fondant again as he knows it was one of my favorites. We asked if we could have our dessert delivered to the Office as we DJ’s DH was most comfortable there. As we have come to expect on SD the answer was “But of course.”

 

We arrived at the TOY Bar to watch Daniel and Cat set up for Salsa and Samba Night. Cat looked quite the Latin dancer part even though he is Romanian! The new special effect lights were very cool as they were set to the music.

 

Gideon yet again took excellent care of us by making an ice pack for DJ’s DH as well as a pour of Grand Marnier to go with our most excellent desserts.

 

Once again we made it an early evening and bypassed the casino and the Piano Bar. Our turndown service included a red rose and the next day’s itinerary.

 

Tucked in the harbor at Cooper Island sleep once again came quickly.

[knotheadusc]

Wow... beautiful photos, especially the one of Cooper's Island.

[ohmiss]

Magnificent photos and report, DJ!! It is because of you all that I am afraid to look in on CC! It makes me want to spend money I don't have at the moment! I almost picked up the phone today to book a trip after seeing those pictures and reading!! I look forward SO much to my next sailing....in the near future, I hope! :D GREAT JOB, DJ...Thanks!! ~Robin

[DisneyJen]

Wow... beautiful photos, especially the one of Cooper's Island.

 

Thanks knot!

 

Magnificent photos and report, DJ!! It is because of you all that I am afraid to look in on CC! It makes me want to spend money I don't have at the moment! I almost picked up the phone today to book a trip after seeing those pictures and reading!! I look forward SO much to my next sailing....in the near future, I hope! :D GREAT JOB, DJ...Thanks!! ~Robin

 

I know you will be back on SD soon Robin ... hopefully with us:D

 

Thanks for the kudos. I write this report for me just as much as the gang here on CC so that I can relive it when I am suffering from SD withdrawl:eek:!

[DisneyJen]

I enjoyed a beautiful sunrise as the ship made it way ever so gently from Cooper Island to Anegada. The seas were so calm I could hardly tell we were making 11 knots. I know the ship’s speed and course as I was on the bridge with the Chief Engineer and First Officer at 6:30 a.m. sharp, just as Captain S. requested.

 

Sunrise on the way to Anegada

 

 

DJ’s DH as well as most of the other passengers were still asleep, as well as the Captain who had a 7 a.m. wake-up call. I left the bridge and was asked to return around 7:45 a.m. as we were scheduled to anchor off Anegada at 8 a.m.

 

 

Anegada in the distance from the starboard bridge wing

 

 

Since I had already been on the bridge to see the course, I enjoyed my coffee from the foredeck toward the starboard side. While silently giving thanks for another gorgeous day I head a tapping on the bridge window. I turned around to see Capt. S motioning for me to join him on the bridge.

 

I made my way to the port side bridge entrance, asked permission to enter and said good morning to the captain. He jokingly chastised me for not being on the bridge to help navigate. I told him I was on the bridge when he got his wake up call at 7 a.m. and that I felt he could handle it from here. He double checked with the officers on duty and they confirmed my presence. He then told me that I had been promoted from navigator to his number two.

 

Captain told me if I continued to provide good weather and navigation that he would have a special gift for me at the end of the cruise. I assured him I was up to the challenge. We all laughed and I headed to the Office for breakfast to let the professionals handle navigating around the shallows and coral that surround the atoll known as Anegada.

 

 

 

Land Ahoy!

[DisneyJen]

Having navigated the waters around Anegada on a 38-foot sailboat, DJ’s DH and I know how extremely skilled a captain and his crew have to be to find an anchorage for a yacht, especially one as big as SD.

 

We anchored almost two miles out with some 9 feet of water under the keel. DJ’s DH and I were extremely impressed with the skill of the captain to secure SD1 in such shallow and coral reef filled water.

 

While the gang of usual suspects cycled in and out of the Office for breakfast Khun Jo led the Yoga Class al fresco and the Independent Explorer 4x4 left the gangway.

 

Since DJ’s DH and I had been to Anegada several times we knew we wanted to head to Cow Wreck and visit with Belle at the Cow Wreck Bar and Grill. SeaDream scheduled a complimentary shuttle (open air taxi) that was scheduled to leave on the hour from the pier from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and on the half-hour from Cow Wreck Beach from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

 

DJ’s DH and I took the 10 a.m. shuttle while the ctbjrers and the TOYBarers took the next shuttle. Our new friends, C and H had taken the first shuttle and had a wonderful shaded spot for our group.

 

 

Cow Wreck Beach

 

When we left the ship they were having an issue with the toilets on board. We were told by passengers who remained on-board, that it was quickly resolved.

 

For those guests who decided not to disembark, Daniel offered the Dream Showcase at 10:30 a.m. in the Main Salon.

 

The showcase included:

 

Spa Team with La Prairie, Harnn, Thalgo Products and Mini Massages

Housekeeping and their towel creations

Crepes cooking demo

Sommelier and his wine tasting techniques

Casino manager sharing the secrets of Black Jack

Interactive napkin folding

Shop Manager shows souvenir items from the boutique

 

Although many of us were on the island at lunchtime there were several who preferred to stay on board and enjoy lunch at the Topside Restaurant.

 

From the Cold Buffet:

Poached Salmon

Fresh Imperial Oysters

Roast Turkey Breast

Black Forest Ham

 

Tossed Salad Prepared a la Minute:

Chef Salad

Apple and Cheese Salad

White Asparagus Salad

 

Create You Own Salad with a Wide Variety of Condiments and a Selection of Dressings

 

Soup of the Day:

Cream of Tomato with Fresh Basil

 

From the Grill:

Hamburger of Cheeseburger

Hot Dog Served with Relish

 

Side Dishes:

Basmati Rice, Pommes Lyonnaise, French Fried Potatoes

 

Summer Bistro:

Tomato Submarine Sandwich

Penne Pasta Arrabiata with Fresh Pesto

 

Local Favorite:

Pizza Margarita

 

SeaDream Wellness Special:

Steamed Vegetable Plate with Baked Potato and Cottage Cheese

 

Vegetarian Dish:

Spiced Vegetable Burger on Whole Wheat Bun with Coleslaw and Tomato-Mango Compote

 

Oriental Choice:

Chinese Style Chili Chicken with Basmati Rice

 

Prepared a la Minute:

Beef Paillard with Pommes Lyonnaise and Natural Gravy

Breaded Fillet of Flounder with Sauce Viennoise

 

Wines:

Cloudy Bay, Marlborough, 2008 - $56

Croze-Hermitage, Rhone Valley, 2006 - $37

 

Cow Wreck Beach is one of our favorite beaches in the world. Not much has changed on this beach since we first visited it some 20 years ago.

 

There is one family owned restaurant/bar that offers the best grilled Caribbean lobster which was just caught on the other side of the island. It also offers an honor bar where you write your name and tally your drinks.

 

While DJ’s DH settled into a chair with a Presidente, I headed west for a two-mile walk to the point at Walkover Set Bay to soak in the sun, sea and sights. It was a lovely walk along an unspoiled beach where I felt like I was the only person in the world … a peaceful calm came over me as I felt the soothing waters of Mother Ocean splash around my feet.

 

Looking west toward Walkover Set Bay

 

Upon my return to our encampment I saw that Belle had her hands full with all the customers. Having spent my college years as a waitress and knowing the lay of the land I offered to hop behind the bar and take food orders as Belle managed the kitchen. There were several others who joined in the fun of making their own drinks and serving fellow guests. One guest in particular mastered the art of making Painkillers.

 

As I made sure that our happy band of travelers was well cared for Mr. Toybar decided that my waitress name should be Veronica … as to why, you’ll have to ask him:confused:

 

Life is good!

 

As lunchtime rolled around three couples, including us, ordered whole lobsters that were grilled with butter, lemon and garlic and came with French Fries and Coleslaw. Talk about a food that fills your soul!

 

We continued enjoying the surf and sun until 2:30 when it was finally time for the gang to head back to the yacht.

 

 

Kite surfers frolic in the water

 

One last look at Cow Wreck ... until we see you again.

 

There was a bit of a shuttle snafu but eventually two arrived and whisked us over sandy road and a new concrete road to the pier where we waited for what seemed like forever for a tender. While we weren’t quite on island time, it was obvious that the belongers (folks who live on the island) know the secret to life is to slow down Mon!

[DisneyJen]

The slow tender ride back to the ship was beautiful as Mrs. TOYBar spotted a full rainbow and pointed it out to everyone.

 

After arriving back at the yacht we were greeted with cool wash clothes.

 

Everyone headed in separate directions and I headed to the Office to where Brian cleaned my sunglasses and I enjoyed my book, sparkling water and a Perfect Martini thanks to Xander. I ordered a cheese plate for one and it quickly appeared.

 

Just as scheduled, Captain. S pulled up the anchor at 6 p.m. for the 139-nautical mile sail to Charlestown, Nevis.

 

 

One last look at Anegada

 

Virgin Gorda in the distance as we sail away

 

My view from the Office

 

Sunset near the tip of Virgin Gorda

[DisneyJen]

Since there were so many of us who are SeaDreamers, all guests were invited to the SeaDream Yacht Club Party hosted by the Captain in the Main Salon. Interestingly, he did not recognize one individual for the most nights sailed but gave the statistics on our total nights sailed in SD’s 10-year history. It was quite impressive.

 

Our group of 10 finished our cocktails and headed to our usual table for 10 on Deck 4 Aft where we enjoyed yet again another delicious meal prepared by Executive Chef Virender Singh and his team.

 

Dinner:

 

Appetizers:

Marinated Baby Shrimps with Chilled Avocado and Herb Crème Fraiche

Grilled Brie Cheese on a Bed of Roasted Peppers with Tomato Focaccia and Apricot Chutney

Tandoori Murg with Kachumbar Salad and Sambal Chutney – Tandoori Spiced Chicken Skewer with Tomato-Onion Salad and Red Chili Cilantro Dip

 

Middle Course:

French Onion Soup with Cheese Croutons

Tamatar Shorba – Spicy Tomato and Coriander Soup

Aloo Chana Salad – Chick Peas, Red Onion, Tomato and Potato Salad

 

Homemade Entremets:

Mango Sorbet

Cardamom Frozen Yoghurt

 

Pasta:

Beef Ravioli with Fresh Pesto, Chunky Tomatoes, Roasted Garlic and Extra Virgin Olive Oil

 

Main Dishes

Grilled Fillet of Dorado Royale on Pear and Grapefruit Salad with Pomegranate Dressing

Marinated Saddle of Veal with Vegetable Tian, Fondant Potato and Veal Stock Reduction

Chicken Scaloppini topped with Spinach and Mozzarella Cheese served with Pappardelle Pasta and Sun-dried Tomato Sauce

 

An Indian Flare onboard SeaDream – Indian cuisine is as diverse as its people and geography. Indian food has evolved over the centuries and has flourished under the many rules India had. The result is centuries of patronage to the art of cooking and a repertoire of delicious recipes. As I come from India, I would like to share this history and nuances of Indian Cuisine so the very common misconception about Indian food being everything Curry or Hot can be replaced by “A Fine Cuisine with Spices and Taste.” I hope you will enjoy a small selection of Indian Cuisine put together to suit your palate! ~ Sudesh (Sudesh Kishore is the Corporate Chef).

 

Tandoori Murg with Kachumbar Salad and Sambal Chutney – Tandoori Spiced Chicken Skewer with Tomato-Onion Salad and Red Chili Cilantro Dip

Tamatar Shorba – Spicy Tomato and Coriander Soup

Aloo Chana Salad – Chick Peas, Red Onion, Tomato and Potato Salad

Zhinga Masala – Shrimps, Curry, Raita, Cumin Rice, Mango Chutney, Poppadum and Naan Bread

Shahi Tukra – Bread and Butter Pudding with Cinnamon Sauce

 

Dream Raw Cuisine – SeaDream introduces an epic form of vegetarianism called the “raw foods” or “living foods movement” which has become the way of life for many around the world.

 

Coconut Curry Soup

Papaya Salad with Teriyaki Almonds

Mango Mojito – Mango, Lime, Mint, Ginger, Agave, Soda Water

Pad Thai – Sauce – Coconut Milk, Almond Butter, Minced Jalapeno, Minced Ginger, Nama Shoyu. Miso, Minced Garlic, Lime Juice, Chopped Dates, Cayenne. Noodles – Glass Noodle, Julienne Red Pepper, Grated Carrot, Scallion, Cherry Tomato, Thai Basil, Chopped Cilantro

Vanilla-Agave Panna Cotta with Tarragon-Peach Sauce

 

Always Available:

Russian Osetra Karat Caviar – 1 oz. jar - $122.80

Sevruga Caviar – 1 oz. jar - $44

Sevruga Caviar Duo – 3 oz. jar - $132

Russian Osetra Karat Caviar Amber – 1 oz. jar - $101.60

Russian Osetra Caviar Gold – 1 oz. jar - $122.80

 

A la Carte Selection:

Consommé Double with Batonnet au Fromage

Caesar Salad served with Croutons and Grated Parmesan Cheese

Linguini al Pesto or with Chunky Tomato Sauce

Broiled Fillet of Organic Salmon with Caper Butter

Chicken Breast with Herbs, Lemon and Virgin Olive Oil

Grilled NY Cut Strip-Loin Steak, Madagascar Pepper Sauce

 

Indulge with Your Pastry Chef Ferenc Beres Molnar

Dessert:

Mille Feuille with Baileys Ice Cream

Mango, Papaya and Pineapple Compote with Mango Sorbet

Bread and Butter Pudding with Cinnamon Sauce

 

Ice Creams:

Baileys

Vanilla

Strawberry

Coffee

 

Assorted European Cheeses served with Homemade Cheese Bread

 

Wine Recommendations:

White Wines:

Pouilly Fume, Pascal Jolivet, 2009, $45

Chardonnay, Robert Mondavi, 2004, $67

Chardonnay, Rio Vivo, Casablanca Valley, Laroche, 2004, $32

 

Red Wines:

Corton-Pougets, Grand Cru, 2001 - $102

Cabernet Sauvignon Zinfandel, Paraduxx, 2006, $112

Clos Fourtet, First Grand Cru Classe, 2007, $112

 

After dinner activities included a sing along in the piano bar, games of chance in the casino and the movie “The Artist” in the Main Salon.

 

Many of us went our separate ways while DJ’s DH and I headed to the TOY Bar where Gideon poured us our post prandial Grand Marniers and made an ice pack for DJ’s DH. We watched the stars dance in the sky from a Bali Bed as we ever so gently made our way south.

 

DJ’s DH joked with me that I had set a new record this trip. I was off the yacht three days in a row. I assured him that I would not being leaving the yacht in St. Bart’s which brought a sigh of relief from his wallet.

 

We made our way back to our stateroom and once again found that Lucy had worked her magic. Sitting on the perfectly turned down bed was this evening’s gift, the new SD brochure.

 

As we ever so slowly steamed our way toward Nevis on water like glass we nodded off to sleep.

[knotheadusc]

I want to go to Cow Wreck beach now. It's GORGEOUS! I might even be persuaded to do another Caribbean cruise instead of the Med.:eek:

[frequent traveler]

More great reports. I am so jealous. Have never made Anegada on any of the three SD voyages it was scheduled. Waves never permitted. Moved back on the list after these pictures.

[DisneyJen]

I want to go to Cow Wreck beach now. It's GORGEOUS! I might even be persuaded to do another Caribbean cruise instead of the Med.:eek:

 

More great reports. I am so jealous. Have never made Anegada on any of the three SD voyages it was scheduled. Waves never permitted. Moved back on the list after these pictures.

 

Cow Wreck is gorgeous but I am sorry to report that it won't be showing up on any SD itineraries any time soon according to my sources.

[knotheadusc]

Ah well... I still have plenty of places on my bucket list where SeaDream goes... :)

[DJ's DH]

I don't know about the rest of you that have traveled with us on SD, but having lived this SeaDream multiple times with DisneyJen, I can honestly say that her verbiage and photos are so accurate and concise, that every time I read her postings, I am back in the reality of the paradise we experienced.:cool:.

 

Thanks, DJ!!!

[DisneyJen]

I don't know about the rest of you that have traveled with us on SD' date=' but having lived this SeaDream multiple times with DisneyJen, I can honestly say that her verbiage and photos are so accurate and concise, that every time I read her postings, I am back in the reality of the paradise we experienced.:cool:.

 

Thanks, DJ!!![/quote']

 

Thank you dear ... but that doesn't get you out of taking me on another SD cruise!!!