meatball_nyc Posted February 6, 2016 #1051 Share Posted February 6, 2016 Bravo Doug! Thanks for taking us along on your Escape adventure. Well done :) Safe travels home to you and your family. ~Robin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happy cruzin Posted February 6, 2016 #1052 Share Posted February 6, 2016 Hilarious! Do we earn extra points if we manage it in heels? :) LOL....good point!! [emoji4] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhoenixCruiser Posted February 6, 2016 #1053 Share Posted February 6, 2016 BEST WEEK EVER!!! Thank you so much Doug :D:D ### Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunshine2U Posted February 6, 2016 #1054 Share Posted February 6, 2016 I seriously think "Doug Time" is going to become a permanent part of my lexicon. I ran errands today in a car with clock failure due to a dead battery several weeks ago and never reset, and worked on a remote server with an incorrect clock while looking at a dead wall clock. I laughed at living in Doug Time and kept on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawks LOB Posted February 7, 2016 #1055 Share Posted February 7, 2016 (edited) Thank you very much for writing THE BEST REVIEW of the Escape! It was so fun to follow throughout the week! My family is cruising on the Escape in April and I'm now SO excited! We booked this months ago based on all of the activities this new ship would have that our boys would love. I was so disappointed and sad to read the reviews when the ship went into service that I almost cancelled. Then I started reading some better ones which made me feel more comfortable and your review "sealed the deal". I know our family is going to love the ship! Unfortunately I probably won't spend a lot of time in your "home" because our kids are young, but we will have so much fun! Thanks again for your humor and taking me on a virtual vacation on the Escape, I will miss your postings! Now, counting down the days until we board...:) P.S. NCL needs to pay you for your advertising! Edited February 7, 2016 by Hawks LOB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mickeyhead Posted February 7, 2016 #1056 Share Posted February 7, 2016 I seriously think "Doug Time" is going to become a permanent part of my lexicon. I ran errands today in a car with clock failure due to a dead battery several weeks ago and never reset, and worked on a remote server with an incorrect clock while looking at a dead wall clock. I laughed at living in Doug Time and kept on. I was thinking the exact same thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinbub Posted February 7, 2016 #1057 Share Posted February 7, 2016 Thoroughly enjoyed cruising with you this week, nice to see someone who enjoys life (until the wee hours), and focuses on the cruising positives for a change. One question: We are doing Escape with family in March, have 3 Mini-suites together on Deck 10. Were you able/permitted to open your dividers? Thanks again, we are super pumped now, we gained allot of great tips - especially Hubby and Brother-in-Law - they are planning to set up base camp at "Home"!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
debnjoe1438 Posted February 7, 2016 #1058 Share Posted February 7, 2016 Alright you little bastards... you win. Where are you guys leading me to? Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Front of the ship:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saigonsister Posted February 7, 2016 #1059 Share Posted February 7, 2016 I am going through withdrawal! Great review and I agree with everyone else's comments. I think all of us could not wait to see what Doug was doing next. I appreciate his review because it was about his experience and he never talked down the guests or the staff or what Frank Del Rio is doing these days. He enjoyed his trip and we were able to share that with him- great job! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colecandler Posted February 7, 2016 #1060 Share Posted February 7, 2016 I just have to chime in. My wife and I are taking this cruise in July. This thread has confirmed that this will be our best vacation ever. Thank you Doug! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheDougOut Posted February 7, 2016 Author #1061 Share Posted February 7, 2016 Ahhhh!! It would appear my UBP privileges have expired. I just dropped $10 on a Harpoon IPA at JFK. Everyone - seriously, I can't believe all of your comments. It was such a fun week! I mentioned on my last night how it was getting emotional, and I wasn't embellishing. I had to take a timeout in my room before heading out because I needed time to clear my eyes. So, so, so much fun. A sincere thanks to all of you that played along. Loving all of the positivity floating around! I wouldn't even care if my connecting flight gets cancelled. A late night wander through JFK would be fun with all of you in tow. Cheers!! Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisingcasinos Posted February 7, 2016 #1062 Share Posted February 7, 2016 cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warm-Water Diver Posted February 7, 2016 #1063 Share Posted February 7, 2016 Thank You Dougout for taking us on your journey with you! You made my workweek literally fly by since I was so engrained in your daily adventures and late night walks :D So looking forward to our 2nd Escape cruise this coming December (just cruised 12/11/16) just to walk in the shadow of your footsteps. Take care my brotha and have a Safe flight home. Diver out.. :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChicagoBarb Posted February 7, 2016 #1064 Share Posted February 7, 2016 Please post a picture of your Sunday morning breakfast and maybe lunch. I think we all need a slow withdrawal from your posts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FBegg Posted February 7, 2016 #1065 Share Posted February 7, 2016 Bravo Doug, wonderful to spend the week with someone with such a "zest for life!" In the end, that's what it's all about isn't it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tammynordan01 Posted February 7, 2016 #1066 Share Posted February 7, 2016 Absolutely loved this review! Enjoyed reading all of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lfk60 Posted February 7, 2016 #1067 Share Posted February 7, 2016 Best LIVE ever!! Thank you for taking us on your 'escape'. I certainly hope you are a writer/journalist/entertainer...if not, you might want to consider a change! :) Safe travels and stay warm! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheDougOut Posted February 7, 2016 Author #1068 Share Posted February 7, 2016 (edited) Photo taken just now - but during the overnight I awoke in a fog and, without my glasses, honestly thought that I had fallen asleep around the atrium's big screen. When I came to the realization that "the screen" was actually just a window back home - total letdown. Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Edited February 7, 2016 by TheDougOut Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happy cruzin Posted February 7, 2016 #1069 Share Posted February 7, 2016 Photo taken just now - but during the overnight I awoke in a fog and, without my glasses, honestly thought that I had fallen asleep around the atrium's big screen. When I came to the realization that "the screen" was actually just a window back home - total letdown. Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Aw man.....that would be disappointing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChicagoBarb Posted February 7, 2016 #1070 Share Posted February 7, 2016 Thanks:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kdiamond55 Posted February 7, 2016 #1071 Share Posted February 7, 2016 That is hilarious that readers found you at the port. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beerman2 Posted February 7, 2016 #1072 Share Posted February 7, 2016 (edited) As Doug has become a cult hero, wouldn't it be great to know when he cruises again. He may just have some join him. He came personally get the "home"! Can Edited February 7, 2016 by beerman2 Spelling Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeachBecky Posted February 7, 2016 #1073 Share Posted February 7, 2016 So Sad:( >>>THANKS DOUG! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkvillain Posted February 7, 2016 #1074 Share Posted February 7, 2016 Doug, are you washing your whites or your darks right now? And what did you eat for breakfast? We need an update with pictures! We're all going through TheDougOut withdrawal. You should start your own blog. Your legion of fans on here would follow along everyday until your next cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#55worktoplay Posted February 7, 2016 #1075 Share Posted February 7, 2016 This has been fantastic and definitely worth 5 stars. You and your family seem like you enjoy life and don't let the small stuff get to you - Bravo! Excellent review, I can't wait for the next one. Have yet to be on NCL but will try to get on one of the away ships in the future, yours and Suitecruiser's are the best two reviews and the only two that I had Laugh out Loud moments. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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