Our MAGICal B2B with a side of ELATION cruises (with pics) - 10/7/17.

[CheifM]

Chief, which April sailing?

 

April 26 to celebrate our daughters 18th birthday. I hate winter and can't wait for fun and sun !!

Edited December 7, 2017 by CheifM

[Destaw71835]

Remember the empty beach pictures from earlier this morning? Well, the masses have arrived……

 

 

 

There is a conga line going on in the water. Cool! Lol…….

 

I’m in the water again with my beer and the water camera…..

 

To be continued……

 

 

 

The cabana is definitely worth it. It for crowded quick!

 

 

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[jc4me]

Listening to it sleet outside dreaming of being at HMC.....

 

 

 

Kim

 

 

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When I saw this post I thought that this person must live close to me. When I looked at your city I saw it was true - we are on the east side of Raleigh :p

[LUVMYGSDOG]

When I saw this post I thought that this person must live close to me. When I looked at your city I saw it was true - we are on the east side of Raleigh :p

 

 

 

[emoji2][emoji2][emoji2][emoji2]. I dread what Mother Nature has in store for us tomorrow. Especially because I will be running around doing last minute pre-cruise errands. I hate winter weather.

 

 

 

Kim

 

 

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[javamom]

April 26 to celebrate our daughters 18th birthday. I hate winter and can't wait for fun and sun !!

 

 

 

Ah. We are in the sailing prior to celebrate my much older birthday.

 

 

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[reerun25]

After nine hours of driving we were ready for some breakfast so we stopped at the Cracker Barrel, Patti’s favorite place, in Santee, South Carolina…..

 

So glad to see another review of yours Jeff! I am playing catchup, but enjoying the review so far! Going on the Magic for the first time in June 2018, so really enjoying the early "vacation" tagging along with y'all. I wish I would have know y'all were stopping in Santee, it is about an hour from where I live. Least I could have done was buy y'all breakfast to repay you and Patti for all the great reviews and pictures over the years!

[Jamman54]

And here is to many more records yet to be set. Your reviews are among the best and so enjoyable.

 

Thanks for following along once again. Always great to have you along! :D

So glad to see another review of yours Jeff! I am playing catchup, but enjoying the review so far! Going on the Magic for the first time in June 2018, so really enjoying the early "vacation" tagging along with y'all. I wish I would have know y'all were stopping in Santee, it is about an hour from where I live. Least I could have done was buy y'all breakfast to repay you and Patti for all the great reviews and pictures over the years!

 

That's so sweet! Thanks for coming along for the ride once again. I'm sure you will have a great time on the Magic! :cool:

[jc4me]

[emoji2][emoji2][emoji2][emoji2]. I dread what Mother Nature has in store for us tomorrow. Especially because I will be running around doing last minute pre-cruise errands. I hate winter weather.

 

 

 

Kim

 

 

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We have to drive to Wilmington tomorrow for our son's pinning/hooding ceremony. He's getting his Nurse Practitioner degree. Hoping to be home before we get anything! I will say that I enjoy snow, but not driving in it.

 

HAVE A GREAT CRUISE!!

Edited December 7, 2017 by jc4me
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[Jamman54]

Day # 18 - Nassau, Bahamas ( 8am to 5pm) - 10/24/17.

 

We were up a little after 7am just as the Carnival Elation was docking in Nassau. It looks like it’s going to be another beautiful day. Here are today’s Fun Times…..

 

We have been to Nassau so many times we have lost count. Instead of just staying on the ship we look for an All-Inclusive property to enjoy. This one is fairly new having just begun operation in November of 2016.

Warwick Paradise Island Bahamas – Nassau

 

All Inclusive Luxury Resort (ages 18+)

Price listed is per person.

Total Price: $96.75

Deposit Required: $18.00

Balance due to resort upon arrival: $78.75

Resort Description:

Come spend your day in port at this brand new, 4-star, deluxe all-inclusive, adults only resort. The Warwick Paradise Island Bahamas offers the ambiance of a private escape for those seeking a modern, relaxed, and intimate resort. The Warwick rests along, and overlooks, beautiful Nassau Harbour and the Atlantic Ocean inlet, with views of Nassau and Paradise Island. Enjoy a private harbour-front beach bordered by a calm crystal clear snorkeling lagoon where both tanning and beach volleyball may be enjoyed. Sunbathe by a large freshwater 330,000 gallon free-form pool. Resort is adults only, ages 18+; except for March, April and June travel when guests are required to be at least 21.

The All Inclusive Experience:

Our Resort for a Day pass includes dining & drinks!! Enjoy an extensive selection of local and international options at The Verandah buffet or a casual meal at the pool side pizzeria and grill. Frozen cocktails and tropical drinks are available at your choice of two bars; including the beach side "Hog Bar". Try everything, and feel free to come back for more - It’s all included!

Getting There:

Taxi service is easy to get at the cruise ship terminal; the resort is a convenient 10-15 minute drive from the cruise pier and the taxi fare is about $15 total for the first two people in the taxi, $3 each additional guest. Although the cruiseport is nearby, we always suggest you depart the resort 2 hours prior to your ship’s scheduled departure time.

How it Works:

Purchasing your Resort for a Day shore excursion day pass is simple. Make your online purchase and your resort passes are emailed to you within the same day. Simply print your passes and bring them with you on your trip. Passes are required upon check-in at the resort. Resort For a Day Passes can be purchased up until the day before you are in port. However, availability is very limited, so book early to secure your space.

Cancellation Policy: Day Pass Deposits are refundable up to 11 days before your cruise ship departure date, and fully refundable if your cruise ship is unable to dock in Nassau during your cruise. Passes are valid rain or shine, but if you decide to not visit the resort, you would not be responsible for the remaining balance due to the resort, but your deposit would be non refundable.

What's Included:

• Your Day pass is valid from 10 AM - 6 PM

• Unlimited dining for lunch and snacks

• Unlimited drinks (alcohol & non alcohol) including premium brand cocktails & wine

• Private beach, pool and whirlpool

• Lounges, umbrellas, towels (no need to bring the ship’s towels)

• Use of snorkeling equipment

• All meals and snacks, plus alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages.

• Free standard Wi-Fi internet access

• Entertainment and activities

• Fully equipped fitness center

• Bocce, beach volleyball, horseshoes & more

• Taxes, levies, energy surcharge, gratuities and 7.5% Value Added Tax included.

What's Not Included:

• Guest rooms/accommodations

• Transfers to/from your cruise ship.

• Motorized water sports

• Lockers are not available so pack light

• Full service spa & salon (additional cost) / Opening Fall 2016

 

We skipped breakfast aboard ship since breakfast is included at the Warwick. We left the ship around 9:15am…..

 

The Elation has front row parking right next to the terminal building…..

 

The Enchantment of the Seas, Disney Dream, and the Carnival Liberty (not shown), are in port with us today…..

 

To be continued…..

Edited December 8, 2017 by Jamman54

[Jamman54]

Once out the gate we were easily able to find a taxi to take us over to Paradise Island and the Warwick, The cost was $4.00 per person. As we crossed the bridge to Paradise Island you can see the four ships in port…..

 

Here are a couple of views of the nearby Atlantis…..

 

 

 

We have arrived at the Warwick. We made arrangements with the driver to pick us up at 3pm……

 

The parking lot of the Warwick…..

 

The Warwick Paradise Island…..

 

To be continued……

[Jamman54]

This is the entrance to the Warwick…..

 

The Lobby and Lobby Bar……

 

 

 

The Gift Shop……

 

We checked in, paid our balance, and were given wristbands. We were invited to partake of the breakfast buffet which would be open until 10:30am. This is the check-in desk…..

 

To be continued…..

[Jamman54]

Before heading to breakfast we wanted to claim our spot by the pool and check out the pool area……

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

To be continued…….

[Jamman54]

They have a huge wooden deck and boardwalk…….

 

There are plenty of loungers out here and even a big chess set…..

 

 

 

This is the enclosed beach area. For those that have to have a big beach and an ocean, this place would not be for you…..

 

From here you can see the cruise port and the Carnival Elation…..

 

To be continued…..

[Jamman54]

They have some beach games set up…..

 

This is the “Hog Bar” which serves both the pool and beach areas…..

 

Time for breakfast! This is the entrance to the Verandah Buffet……

 

You can choose outside or inside seating. We chose to sit inside…..

 

 

 

To be continued……

[Jamman54]

This is the Verandah Breakfast Buffet……

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

To be continued…..

[Jamman54]

Here are some more views of the Verandah Breakfast Buffet…..

 

 

 

The made to order eggs and omelet station is in the back…..

 

Here are Patti and mine first plates…..

 

 

 

To be continued…..

[Jamman54]

The Verandah Buffet beverage station……

 

The Warwick Paradise Island Restaurant schedule…..

 

The Game Room is right next door to the Verandah Buffet…..

 

 

 

 

 

To be continued……

[Jamman54]

This is where we set up for the day…..

 

I make my way into the pool. I’m staying covered up today since I got burned a little yesterday at HMC…..

 

Patti grabs the camera and starts to explore the grounds some more……

 

She makes her way onto the boardwalk……

 

 

 

To be continued…….

[Jamman54]

Patti continues to explore on the boardwalk……

 

 

 

Looking towards the cruise port and the Carnival Elation…..

 

To be continued……

[Jamman54]

Here are some more views of the boardwalk and deck…..

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

To be continued…..

[Jamman54]

Inside of the Gazebo…..

 

Here are some views of the flora and fauna……

 

 

 

 

 

I’m still enjoying the water and having another beer…..

 

It’s time to go play bingo…..

 

To be continued……

[Jamman54]

They have the bingo games at the Hog Bar. Perfect! I’m ready to play…..

 

Beer and bingo go perfect together……

 

Our bingo caller and bingo equipment…..

 

Patti wins the first game!

 

I win the second game…….

 

To be continued…..

[Jamman54]

The winners also have to drink a shot. I love this game!

 

This was our winnings…..

 

Patti poses with our winnings while I enjoy another beer…..

 

 

 

Patti orders herself a mudslide…..

 

 

 

To be continued…….

[Jamman54]

We enjoyed the rest of the day hanging out in the pool and having a “few” drinks. Around 2pm we decided to dry off and go for lunch at Chickcharnies……

 

We both had burgers and fries, and I also had some conch fritters. All the food was cooked to order and very good.

At 3pm we made our way to the lobby to wait for the taxi we arranged for this morning to show up. After 15 minutes it was obvious that we were forgotten, so we asked the front desk to call us a taxi, which came within minutes. In no time at all we were back at the port…….

 

 

 

Here are some views of the Atlantis taken from the pier…..

 

 

 

 

 

To be continued…..

[Jamman54]

The Carnival Liberty, Disney Dream, and Enchantment of the Seas docked in Nassau…..

 

 

 

 

 

The Carnival Elation docked in Nassau…….

 

 

 

Once back on board we made our way to the cabin where we found today’s towel creature…..

 

To be continued……