TR--Caribbean Princess July 9-23, 2022

[KKB]

AAANNND...DH just got back from golf league, broke out the bottle of coconut tequila we bought in Cozumel last summer (and are vying to get more this summer!)

Shots in honor of vaca! WOO HOO!

 

[KKB]

4 hrs of sleep…then I start thinking what I need to remove from suitcases…

Finally just got up & DID all the things rolling around my brain.

Going to try to catch a few more zzzs…

BUT

I’m like a kid on Christmas morning!

LETS GRT THIS SHOW ON THE ROAD!!!

 

 

[jack dcruiser]

10 hours ago, KKB said:

I LOVE that SWA allows 2 checked bags.

 

I HATE that SWA allows 2 checked bags.

 

I have done a 7 day cruise with a carry on & backpack…and still had a couple items I didn’ wear! BUT this time it is 14 days (yes, I COULD do laundry…and I have a couple Tide pods & dryer sheets…but that is valuable vaca time there…) which includes heavy items like 5 bottles of sunscreen (I usually take 3/wk for 2 of us), and that damn COVID kit. (COVID kit: meds, Puffs, thermometer, etc) You KNOW if I don’t bring it, we WILL contract it onboard.

 

SO…since I’m checking 2 bags anyway…my theory was pretty much, if I MIGHT use it, toss it in! 10 pair of shoes is a new record for me…(I have plantar fasciitis & numerous pair is a must, but I admit to overdoing it. TRUST ME–I could have brought more!)

(Photo is mid-packing...DH is packed, I have a few things in...)

 

I was done packing by 6pm–also a new record! Ran an errand, grabbed a bite & finally….a drink to reward myself!

 

We need to be on the road by 830AM, so will wrap up those loose ends & be on our way!

Love the pic!  It should be a game, how many suitcases do you see. LOL

 

[JF - retired RRT]

20 hours ago, Steelers36 said:

It's a "live from" if you can post each day.  Post cruise is a Trip Report.  At least that's the way I see it.

Thank you!! I was just going to ask what "TR" is. Now, I know.

[KKB]

3 hours ago, jack dcruiser said:

Love the pic!  It should be a game, how many suitcases do you see. LOL

 

Lol, just 2 for me, 1 for him.

Large one was 44lbs yesterday.

Re-evaluated—pulled heavy stuff could live w/o & a few clothes that I realize were maybe at best.

36 & 27 lbs each

And all 10 pair of shoes made it👍

[KKB]

Busiest airport has been in over 2 yrs.

Good to see (but I miss the light crowds the last 2 yrs)

Yeah it’s before noon.

But any flight after 10 requires a tradition. Cheers.

[jack dcruiser]

1 minute ago, KKB said:

Busiest airport has been in over 2 yrs.

Good to see (but I miss the light crowds the last 2 yrs)

Yeah it’s before noon.

But any flight after 10 requires a tradition. Cheers.

When we fly, no matter the time, it's five o'clock somewhere.  Looking forward to your live updates on the first leg of your cruise!

[geoherb]

1 hour ago, KKB said:

Lol, just 2 for me, 1 for him.

Large one was 44lbs yesterday.

Re-evaluated—pulled heavy stuff could live w/o & a few clothes that I realize were maybe at best.

36 & 27 lbs each

And all 10 pair of shoes made it👍

 

We always cross pack items in case a bag gets lost on the way to the ship. 

[KKB]

2 hours ago, geoherb said:

 

We always cross pack items in case a bag gets lost on the way to the ship. 

I know we should…it never happens.

Even mine—underwear, shoes & swimsuit in one.

Rest if clothes & toiletries in the other.

It will be interesting if 1 goes missing😳

[KKB]

Oy, glad I had a delicious tequila cocktail in MDW.

Been sitting at the gate for 50 min.

Props to SWA flight attendants…they just did a little impromptu Journey lip sync to calm the restless masses.

Captain said there was a potential mechanical issue to look at but all is fine.

Now a passenger just deplaned. WTH

Bizarre.

Drink tix r ready & waiting. 
FLY IN THE DAY BEFORE.

And bring your patience, ya’ll.

Those flight attendants r in no more control than us.

Edited July 8, 2022 by KKB

[KKB]

The view….the drinks…sultry in FLL but we r HERE!

[geoherb]

One of my favorite things to do in Fort Lauderdale is walking to the 17th Street Bridge the morning of a cruise to catch the first sight of my ship. I stayed at the Embassy Suites last time and could see my ship from my balcony. I still walked to the top of the bridge.

[NRWPA]

I'll be on this cruise with you, both weeks, solo. I'll be spending a lot of time at Crooners and Good Spirits/International Cafe. See you soon! 😉

[KKB]

Welll…Lyft picked up at 1010, sitting in priority group by 1030!

ANNND pouring by 1045!

And boarding now!!!!

EDIT: NOPE. 
Just moved to upstairs priority lounge…

Edited July 9, 2022 by KKB

[dogm]

Will be on last 7 days of this cruise with hubby and son and DIL.  Can't wait to just relax.  Also booked a 20 day Caribbean in December on Enchanted Princess!  enjoy! 

[KKB]

OK…Friday recap.

Forgot to mention Darryl whose bday it was. They fashioned a crown. Pretty creative. But drink tix r a legit gift!

 

Met Bunny & Ben from Omaha at baggage claim. Never too many Nebraskans to meet!

 

BEWARE the pseudo-cabbies at FLL! 
Guy what looked like an ID in lanyard…

sigh, got me again!

Nothing wrong with these guys—both times were large luxury cars & know how to get out FAST….BUT it’ll cost ya double.🤬

 

Hilton lobby looks great. 5-10 min, & up to the room. 14th floor w/ a balcony (TOO HUMID TO USE).

 

Headed to outside bar. VERY busy at 9pm.

BE CAREFUL—almost added a tip b4 realizing it had been added. They r working hard & we tip well but that would have been impressively large!

 

Met Dan & Robin from OC & found they r on Caribe deck too!

 

 

[CineGraphic]

3 minutes ago, KKB said:

BEWARE the pseudo-cabbies at FLL!

 

This is why you should only go to the official cab line.

Never accept a ride from someone in the airport unless you've hired them ahead of time.

[GonzoWCS]

35 minutes ago, CineGraphic said:

 

This is why you should only go to the official cab line.

Never accept a ride from someone in the airport unless you've hired them ahead of time.

Sound advice

 

Cheers

[KKB]

It is HOT HOT HOT.🔥🔥🔥

(NOT sure why I bothered to do my hair🙄)

Having not sailed her for 10 years, getting our bearings.

Strive to get to know servers & bartenders, learn where they r from & how to say their name right…we find this to be a lovely way to start a cruise. 

I lose my appetite in the heat by DH but DH is getting a Salty Dog burger. 
Impressive menu—NOT just burgers!

(apparently no hard seltzers onboard.

so a Mai tai is my “light” start)

 

[KKB]

Balcony C206

[KKB]

There are FOUR chairs & table on balcony. Partially covered.

Caribe is Deck 10

Edited July 9, 2022 by KKB

[KKB]

Having been on Celebrity a lot in last 5 years (and new Edge class the last years, some observations:

—love the huge open closet that creates a dressing area but bath is tad smaller

—love the large balcony

—miss shelves on both sides of sink

—miss sofa/larger room on Celebrity, but not a huge deal.

 

Edited July 9, 2022 by KKB

[voljeep]

11 minutes ago, KKB said:

There are FOUR chairs & table on balcony. Partially covered.

Caribe is Deck 10

closet - No Princess 'blue bag'?

No life jackets?

No robes?

[KKB]

11 minutes ago, voljeep said:

closet - No Princess 'blue bag'?

No life jackets?

No robes?

Life jackets yes—Celebrity stores them in Muster station now (well, E class) which makes more sense.

no robe or bag

 

Just heard a dad tell his young daughter(5?6?) “if the ship is going down meet in the casino.

SERIOUSLY??!!

SO much wrong with that!

Wow

 

Listening to House band Xtasea—good but a bit jazzy for our taste. 
It’s early, I’ll refrain from judgement.

 
We were sitting at bar at Crooners & couple sits next to us.

One cough, NBD.

Two!

LET’S WALK!

Edited July 9, 2022 by KKB

[KKB]

Ok…decided a nap was in order. 
DH turns on tv…we already watched Muster video.

YOU CANNOT WATCH ANYTHING ELSE.

Gees🙄

 

Walked over to R side of bed. (Near bath)

There is a POP in the floor…like a giant weak spot in floor We can jump on it & it pops back & forth & lamp shakes!!!🤣🤣🤣

I don’t feel unsafe, but this is a first!

Beats toilet issues. 
🙏That isn’t an issue 

Edited July 9, 2022 by KKB