Boomhower's Livish Elation Trip 11/16/19-11/21/19

[boomhower]

At my spot in the comedy club with a Woodsford old fashion.  May or may not have another update.  Pizza and sleep is what’s ahead.  
 

 

[boomhower]

Pizza was a short wait. Odd thing was they made what you wanted but if the person only took half they took the other half back behind the wall.  Weird.  There want much of any line so wasn’t an issue but was odd. Got my pizza in less than five minutes.  Heading to the cabin and chow down. Calling it a night. 

[boomhower]

Starting the day off with some coffee.  As usual I get my wife a frappe but she will be getting her own the rest of the cruise. Coffee lady said both people have to be there.  I know it’s policy so knot getting upset but first time I’ve run into the issue for non alcohol drinks. 

[boomhower]

Around 845 or so we went to brunch and were given a buzzer despite it being half empty. A 20 minute wait later we were buzzed. Walking to our table it was easily half empty. Took 10-15 minutes for out order to be taken. Food delivery was normal.  The never cleared tables while we ate, the entire aisle was dirty.  Don’t know if it’s a staffing issue or management but I’ve never experienced this before.  I had the Aft Deck which was really good. My wife had her usual omelet.  She ordered some chocolate milk which she said was spoiled. 
 

 

[boomhower]

We are now at the morning show followed by the fun aboard fun ashore show. 

[indygirl76]

The milk was spoiled??! That's kind of alarming. Sheesh. 

[boomhower]

27 minutes ago, indygirl76 said:

The milk was spoiled??! That's kind of alarming. Sheesh. 

She spit it out saying it was bad.  Guessing spoiled but could have just been gross. 🤷🏻‍♂️  Completely unacceptable. 
 

I made it through the shopping show and ducked out. I’ve now taken up roost in my favorite spot. Likely chill here until lunch time. 
 

 

[zorky12]

Great trip report. Thank you and I am following !

[boomhower]

Around one meet up with my wife for lunch. Had tacos while she hit up the buffet.  Lido was much the same as brunch.  Many many dirty tables not being cleaned leaving very limited seating. After lunch headed to Blue Iguana for a Green Iguana.  Back to my spot for a bit.  weather has been great today. Warm but not hot so plenty out and about on the Lido. 

 

 

[boomhower]

Next up Beachcomber from the red frog. 

[boomhower]

Switched up locations. Moved aft of the buffet for a break from the music and also love watching the wake. 

[rbennett1991]

Where did you get that magnificent dinosaur holder for your sail and sign card?

[boomhower]

53 minutes ago, rbennett1991 said:

Where did you get that magnificent dinosaur holder for your sail and sign card?

five below. Bought one last year in Jacksonville and broke it on the cruise. Found it at another five below in Melbourne this year and bought two.  It always gets a good reaction from the bar tenders. Next up, Reds Remedy. 
 

 

[Rudyard]

Looking forward to the rest of the review. We're considering doing this itinerary on Elation, combined with the trip to Universal, in April or May of 2021. 

[JandPB]

Enjoying following along on your cruise. Just caught up and look forward to the rest of your trip. I'll take a pirate punch please. 

[boomhower]

We’ve already dressed and did pictures. Now in line for dinner. Caribbean Wheat while we wait. 
 

 

[boomhower]

Usually slow bar service at dinner so ordered another beer and this time it is quick lol. Just my luck.  Parched Pig IPA. 
 

 

[boomhower]

We were early so weren’t effected by it but they again had two lines instead one to get in the dining room. Service was again very efficient however.  Food was good.  We both had stuffed mushrooms. I had a double order of crab cakes and she had a shrimp cocktail. She got the flat iron that had to go back once undercooked. I had the spanakopita and stuffed mushrooms. First time I’ve tried it and it was very good. Desert was creme brûlée’s for me and melting cake for her. 
 

 

[boomhower]

I’m not at the early comedy hoping for better than last night while my wife visits the casino. Reds Treasure. 
 

 

[boomhower]

Comedian was killer bees who I’ve seen on a previous cruise and is good.  Back to the completely dead Lido for a bit To catch up on few things on my phone, internet seems best here.  Other than major congestion times this cruise has seemed a bit dead. During a nice sea day today there was virtually no wait at the bars. Not complaining but that’s a first.  Beachcomber. 

 

 

[boomhower]

[boomhower]

Been back at the Casino bar for a bit. Watching football and listening to some tunes.  Same good band as last night.  Woodsford Old Fashion but made poorly.  No muddling, just fruit salad in bourbon. 
 

 

[boomhower]

After that disappointment went back to Red a Frog for a Frog Island Iced Tea. Back to the casino for a bit for more football and music until comedy.  
 

 

[boomhower]

Hit up the comedy show which was good. Left out a few minutes early for a neat gentleman jack before the crowd left out. First drink from the cocktail bar.  
 

 

[boomhower]

Back at the casino bar to finish the game. Noticed they print your tally after 10. Gentleman Jack Old Fashion makes 11.