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[TxTeach79]

Fresh Creations! I forgot to get a pic before I wrecked it, but it was good! They have about anything you could want. Dressings were mostly standard- Bleu cheese, ranch, balsamic, oil & vinegar…. And then, Pineapple Coconut. I was tempted! 
 

 

[TxTeach79]

Okay, so a strange happening…. Captain Giuseppe made the customary noon state of the ship announcement. All is well, two foot waves, this many miles from San Juan, etc…. And then about 20 minutes later, while I’m sitting there in Serenity, the ship’s horn starts blasting. A LONG blast. Followed by a few short ones. Another long one. Beeps alongside. It wasn’t the dreaded seven, but it was enough to rattle people…. Lots of folks started packing up…. 
 

 

meanwhile, the music stopped. Even the DJ on Lido stopped. It sounded like the PA system was open… you could hear faint crackling and popping, but that was it. It’s been 15 minutes, all seems back to normal. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[TxTeach79]

Nothing gives you comfort like a rowdy laugh filled Grand Central to reassure you everything is good…. (Those three story windows are amazing) 

 

 

[TxTeach79]

Headed aft on 8. Putting Pizza and Deli/Panini on a major thoroughfare has made them way way way more popular 

 

Edited November 20, 2022 by TxTeach79

[TxTeach79]

This little seating area outside of 555 is so pretty and comfortable. Underrated spot. Great wifi signal too. 
 

 

[TxTeach79]

They just paged someone to guest services. Not sure if that’s related to whatever was going on, but it’s interesting timing. 

[BarbieGee]

1 hour ago, TxTeach79 said:

Early alcohol embargo holds strong at Serenity Bar. This place is so so nice. The main Lido pool was WILD. Don’t get me wrong, it was fun and high energy, but packed and crazy (and tons of kids in the pool)…. This is… the opposite of all those things. 
 

wifi seems a little shakier up here on 18 than in other spots. Not able to upload pics here atm. 
 

 

As it should be - ah Serenity!

[TxTeach79]

Alcohol embargo hanging on by the sin of its teeth. Doesn’t go well with gambling. 
 

 

this is the biggest bingo I have ever seen 

 

[TxTeach79]

Word hasn’t gotten out that the casino is showing games. Heroes and the P&A were packed!

 

[BarbieGee]

47 minutes ago, TxTeach79 said:

Okay, so a strange happening…. Captain Giuseppe made the customary noon state of the ship announcement. All is well, two foot waves, this many miles from San Juan, etc…. And then about 20 minutes later, while I’m sitting there in Serenity, the ship’s horn starts blasting. A LONG blast. Followed by a few short ones. Another long one. Beeps alongside. It wasn’t the dreaded seven, but it was enough to rattle people…. Lots of folks started packing up…. 
 

 

meanwhile, the music stopped. Even the DJ on Lido stopped. It sounded like the PA system was open… you could hear faint crackling and popping, but that was it. It’s been 15 minutes, all seems back to normal. 🤷🏻‍♂️

No ice bergs in sight? 😉

[BarbieGee]

2 minutes ago, TxTeach79 said:

Word hasn’t gotten out that the casino is showing games. Heroes and the P&A were packed!

 

as you predicted! Packed in Heroes!

[BarbieGee]

I love how you're traveling everywhere on board. The MG is a large ship and you are giving us a grand tour, Thanks!

[TxTeach79]

You have my solemn vow that my next drink shall contain alcohol 

 

[TxTeach79]

Empty seats at Alchemy are such a tease. 
 

[TxTeach79]

1:40pm line at Piazza Panini (deli) 

 

[TxTeach79]

Heroes and P&A are a SCENE for NFL Sunday. Cruises out of FL are interesting too because there’s no one overwhelming fan base like you get out of TX. It’s kind of like a Vegas sports book, you’ll hear a big cheer come up randomly and you have to look around wildly to see what game has something big going down 

 

 

[TxTeach79]

a woman just walked by and asked an employee what deck she was on. “8.”

 

“Oh, 8. Okay. Have to go up then. Trying to get to 17.”

 

consider that atom SPLIT. 

[TxTeach79]

On the patio at P&A, probably can’t tell but it just started raining really hard out of nowhere. It’s already letting up a little as I type this…. 
 

[TxTeach79]

Yikes. Just saw this on the ‘gram. She left PC right after us. A lot going on with yesterday’s sailaway! 
 

[notscb]

37 minutes ago, TxTeach79 said:

this is the biggest bingo I have ever seen 

I need to do some research about that venue and the tech behind it. like, a few posts ago there wasn't a huge LED screen in the middle and suddenly it pops out of nowhere! It's neat to see the tech they've invested in on this ship throughout your review!

[TxTeach79]

1 minute ago, notscb said:

I need to do some research about that venue and the tech behind it. like, a few posts ago there wasn't a huge LED screen in the middle and suddenly it pops out of nowhere! It's neat to see the tech they've invested in on this ship throughout your review!

it really is an impressive space! It’s In a different configuration darn near every time I go by!

[ObstructedView2]

8 minutes ago, notscb said:

I need to do some research about that venue and the tech behind it. like, a few posts ago there wasn't a huge LED screen in the middle and suddenly it pops out of nowhere! 

 

6 minutes ago, TxTeach79 said:

 

it really is an impressive space! It’s In a different configuration darn near every time I go by!

 

 

Hi @TxTeach79🙂

 

It's very refreshing to see a Mardi Gras review that is including Grand Central. An amazing space that cost millions to construct. I'm thrilled you're utilizing & enjoying Grand Central.

 

There are 16 individually controlled LED screens. They measure 6' by 14'.

 

Information located @:

https://help.goccl.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/5710

 

 

 

 

✌

[notscb]

15 minutes ago, TxTeach79 said:

It’s In a different configuration darn near every time I go by!

I also appreciate the view from that space- it's incredible. it seems like Carnival has been embracing ocean views and people still looking outward vs. their competitors focusing more inward.

[TxTeach79]

Vroom 

 

[TxTeach79]

Setting up for Celestial Strings I’d guess. Very cool to see how the sausage is made right out in Grand Central. The entertainment is ratcheted way up on this ship.