Anthem of the Seas LIVE 1/9

[PiperHolliday]

11 minutes ago, 3kidsncats said:

I am debating whether to book two nights at Wonderland — sounds like one will do it.  Looks like a fun experience, but maybe not our favorite meal.

 

We were debating, as well. But if you have your server do what ours did, you will probably be happy with just once. 

[PiperHolliday]

Our new itinerary:

[rimmit]

Thanks for taking the time to do the blog!

 

Quick question for you.  Currently debating changing some travel plans we have currently have booked and evaluating some different options.  
 

Do you have any info on how Adventure Ocean is running right now?  Time limits?  Restrictions?   If not would you mind getting one of the kids club dailies or asking the staff what the current restrictions are?  If not I totally understand,  but it would help us immensely as we evaluate our current travel options.

[MadamGorgeous]

9 hours ago, PiperHolliday said:

Liquid Lobster and Liquid Truffle Mushroom Risotto. 

 

The Bird's Nest. 

 

Mad Hatter's Purple Potted Shrimp. 

 

Tomato Water. 

 

Crispy Crab Cone. 

 

Reconstructed Caprese. 

 

Baby Vegetables in the Garden. 

 

Citrus Seas Shhhh (cleanse of palate). 

 

Snap, Crackle, and Pork. 

 

The Rib "I" Luscious Short Rib. 

 

Branzino in Crispy Bread. 

 

Halibut Cooked in Clear Paper. 

 

Mystical Mushroom Garden. 

 

Forbidden Apple. 

 

The World (I need to figure out how to add a video of this to the post). 

 

Thank you so much for taking the time and posting these.  This venue and other things you’ve commented on are why we booked, looks very encouraging. 

[ticketsunlimited]

Keep on plugging PIPER!!  Your review has been spectacular. Information and pictures fabulous. Keep on having a great time.  I am sure we will all continue to follow.

[lazydayz]

Piper, thanks for doing this live.  I am enjoying it.

[irelandvegas]

How the sailing weather and water conditions? Getting warmer? Seas still rough?

[PiperHolliday]

The ship continued rocking and rolling until around 1AM but since then, it's felt pretty nice and smooth. Slow rocking here and there. 

 

We were greeted again this morning by announcements encouraging us to get ripped off by the scam art auction and overpriced jewelry. 

 

Because they rearranged the order of our port stops after removing St Kitts, I had to contact our driver for Antigua to notify him of the change. We are using Lawrence of Antigua and he was very quick to reply, readjust and reconfirm. I'm looking forward to exploring a few of Antigua's 365 beaches. We're also on a ship excursion to snorkel with turtles in Barbados and it appears that was automatically moved, but it still starts at the same time...which is now before we dock. I'll have to go double check on that. 

 

It's not sunny and tropical yet but it's warmed up nicely and our balcony is now a prime hangout location! 

[southeastsun]

Piper, would you please advise if the library has books or empty shelves. The library used to be in 270 upstairs at the far corner, and are the computers still around the corner?

thanks

[Jimbo]

13 minutes ago, PiperHolliday said:

The ship continued rocking and rolling until around 1AM but since then, it's felt pretty nice and smooth. Slow rocking here and there. 

 

We were greeted again this morning by announcements encouraging us to get ripped off by the scam art auction and overpriced jewelry. 

 

Because they rearranged the order of our port stops after removing St Kitts, I had to contact our driver for Antigua to notify him of the change. We are using Lawrence of Antigua and he was very quick to reply, readjust and reconfirm. I'm looking forward to exploring a few of Antigua's 365 beaches. We're also on a ship excursion to snorkel with turtles in Barbados and it appears that was automatically moved, but it still starts at the same time...which is now before we dock. I'll have to go double check on that. 

 

It's not sunny and tropical yet but it's warmed up nicely and our balcony is now a prime hangout location! 

Lawrence is very good, we have went with him a few times. You will enjoy that.

[PiperHolliday]

The captain just announced that we will be staying in St Maarten until 10PM! I'm very happy with this news, as it gives us time to have a great French dinner on the island after a day of plane-spotting and beaches. 

[A&L_Ont]

7 minutes ago, PiperHolliday said:

The captain just announced that we will be staying in St Maarten until 10PM! I'm very happy with this news, as it gives us time to have a great French dinner on the island after a day of plane-spotting and beaches. 

Holland House down on the beach has amazing food. It isn’t French food but it is a great option. 
 

Are you going to stand on the beach under the planes while they land?  Pics would be great. 

[PiperHolliday]

Cruise Compass Day 3

 

[DaniDanielle]

1 hour ago, Jimbo said:

Lawrence is very good, we have went with him a few times. You will enjoy that.

He was excellent.  Went out of his way to make sure my disabled cousin had a great tour.

[DaniDanielle]

Have they added anything to keep people busy with so many sea days?  I hope it isn’t the same old sales of the same old stuff!!

[Leslie K]

I’ve been to Wonderland a few times, each time during a different trip, and there’s always something different. There were a few things different from my last visit on Anthem 2 years ago. Thanks for your pictures which was a trip down memory lane. Hope to be back aboard some day. 

[PiperHolliday]

We had lunch again in the MDR. Service was attentive and they kept my mimosas coming. 

 

Some hair of the dog, after drinking until 3AM.

 

Heirloom Tomato and Goat Cheese Salad. 

 

Shrimp Risotto. 

 

Spinach and Gorgonzola Gnocchi. This was good. 

 

Steak Frites. This was really, really bad. Do not order this. 

 

I ordered my steak medium rare and it came nearly well done. It was very fatty and chewy. The bernaise was watery and not creamy. After chewing for a couple of minutes on one bite, I just couldn't take it. I had to send it back. I ordered the Royal Chicken Sandwich to replace it, which is listed as Cajun-seasoned. It had no seasoning at all. Not even salt, it seemed. It was dry. It was slightly less than mediocre. Don't order that, either. 

[PiperHolliday]

2 hours ago, southeastsun said:

Piper, would you please advise if the library has books or empty shelves. The library used to be in 270 upstairs at the far corner, and are the computers still around the corner?

thanks

 

No books, but the computers are here. 

[LorraineP]

12 minutes ago, PiperHolliday said:

We had lunch again in the MDR. Service was attentive and they kept my mimosas coming. 

 

Some hair of the dog, after drinking until 3AM.

 

Heirloom Tomato and Goat Cheese Salad. 

 

Shrimp Risotto. 

 

Spinach and Gorgonzola Gnocchi. This was good. 

 

Steak Frites. This was really, really bad. Do not order this. 

 

I ordered my steak medium rare and it came nearly well done. It was very fatty and chewy. The bernaise was watery and not creamy. After chewing for a couple of minutes on one bite, I just couldn't take it. I had to send it back. I ordered the Royal Chicken Sandwich to replace it, which is listed as Cajun-seasoned. It had no seasoning at all. Not even salt, it seemed. It was dry. It was slightly less than mediocre. Don't order that, either. 

Sounds like MDR food as always, no good. 

[PiperHolliday]

3 hours ago, rimmit said:

Thanks for taking the time to do the blog!

 

Quick question for you.  Currently debating changing some travel plans we have currently have booked and evaluating some different options.  
 

Do you have any info on how Adventure Ocean is running right now?  Time limits?  Restrictions?   If not would you mind getting one of the kids club dailies or asking the staff what the current restrictions are?  If not I totally understand,  but it would help us immensely as we evaluate our current travel options.

 

I will try to get your questions answered but I'm not sure I'll be able to pinpoint the differences from what is the norm, as I'm not familiar with their policies during non-pandemic times. So I hope I can convey the information well enough for you. I'll try! 

[toad455]

Got my free Wi-Fi going today. This cruise has been fantastic so far. Was expecting St. Kitts to get cancelled and am happy about our extension in St. Maarten now. Crew is wonderful, no lines for anything, plenty of chairs by the pool, crew enforcing masks.

 

 

 

 

 

Edited January 11, 2022 by toad455

[PiperHolliday]

10 minutes ago, LorraineP said:

Sounds like MDR food as always, no good. 

 

I learned the hard way. I will absolutely not order a steak onboard unless it's in Chops. 

[rimmit]

36 minutes ago, PiperHolliday said:

 

I will try to get your questions answered but I'm not sure I'll be able to pinpoint the differences from what is the norm, as I'm not familiar with their policies during non-pandemic times. So I hope I can convey the information well enough for you. I'll try! 

Thanks!  Please dont go out of your way on your vacation.  Just if you happen to walk by adventure Ocean while its open.  Thanks.

[moman12]

Is IFLY open? I dont see it on the cruise planners you're posting.

[Sunshine3601]

4 hours ago, southeastsun said:

Piper, would you please advise if the library has books or empty shelves. The library used to be in 270 upstairs at the far corner, and are the computers still around the corner?

thanks

The library/ computer room is still in same location.   2 or 3 computers and a printer are there.  No books in library, bare shelves.