turning up the heat

[hammybee]

My mother and I still go 'round and 'round about the same thing. She's 90 years old and refuses to believe that being cold won't make you sick.

 

 

My grandmother, in her day, believed drinking an iced beverage made you sick.

[tnsny1]

Winemistress,

Don't be too concerned. We were on the Zuidy last in January and I don't recall it being too cold in the public rooms. I had my strapless and sleveless outlets on and don't ever remember being too uncomfortable. Besides, a few glasses of a good cab can always be counted on to give one that "warm glow"!!

Paula:p

[jtl513]

I noticed the people that think it's too cold are often from warm places, like Florida. It's all relative; 74 degrees is too cold for some, and too hot for others. :)

I'm from FL (now) and think 65 deg F is too cold, indoors or out. The only time I've felt cold on any HAL ship is when we first go into the dining room for the early seating. By the time we're halfway through dinner it is comfortable for me, and by the end it is even starting to get a little too warm.

 

I'm convinced that HAL starts the dining room out a little chilly intentionally, because when you put all those people in the room, and all the activity starts, of course the room will warm up.

 

Winemistress, if you have early dining I suggest that you wear at least elbow-length sleeves, or have something to put over your shoulders for the first 1/2 to 3/4 hour. For late dining, I don't believe the room will be that cold to start.

 

And, no, I don't find it STRANGE that winemistress45 has asked many questions. Have you ever tried the seach engine on this site??? I get a database error more often than not. Very frustrating.

I agree. Worst search I've ever run into. It sometimes can't find things that I KNOW are there because I posted them. One thing that I've decided is that the fewer key words you use the better it works.

 

NO, it does NOT seem "strange" that a new Holland America cruiser would be full of questions in anticipation of her trip. :(

Surprisingly, we agree. BTW did you read my reply to you and to djhsolara on the tux-sans-jacket question? You have me confused with somebody who cares about what other people wear. I only care about following rules.

[KAYEF]

miclane001

Thanks!

If you find her threads and her postings, you just want to say.............

I can just imagine the postings upon the return.:cool:

[BajaFred]

KAYEF: I have to agree with you that I feel it is strange that someone would start 67 different threads and post 335 times in 3 months. Actually, it is not the posting - it is the starting of 67 threads I find strange, but to each his own. I guess it just means that this person has not had the time to read any of the past messages on the board.

 

I doubt very much they will turn the heat up so it is best to bring a shawl into the dining room, casino, and lounges.

 

Sometimes I have had problems using the search option on the boards, but usually if I just use 2 or 3 key words I can find what I need.

Happy cruising to all.

Carole

[Silver sailor]

Just finished a weeks cruise 11/10

Temperature was comfortable (for me) and was not aware of any major paague throughout the ship Definietly not 75% of the passengers

[winemistress45]

I've heard it suggested at the front desk. Not sure if the temperature was adjusted or that it made any difference. There's a thermostat in each stateroom for people to toy with, which gets mixed reviews from CCers. I only noticed a chill in the evenings after dinner on both Maasdam and Westerdam.

 

I noticed the people that think it's too cold are often from warm places, like Florida. It's all relative; 74 degrees is too cold for some, and too hot for others. :)

 

The good news is, cold air does not make people sick. Being cooped up with sick people does, so get lots of fresh air and use the Purell hand sanitizer stations for a happy, healthy vacation! :D

 

My hand sanitizer is sitting out ready to be packed --- I'm a bit careful with touching handles etc. anyway.

 

I'm happy to hear that at least I have some control over temps in my stateroom -- good news.

 

Cooped up is the key phrase here -- I couldn't agree more.

 

Thanks!

[winemistress45]

Winemistress,

Don't be too concerned. We were on the Zuidy last in January and I don't recall it being too cold in the public rooms. I had my strapless and sleveless outlets on and don't ever remember being too uncomfortable. Besides, a few glasses of a good cab can always be counted on to give one that "warm glow"!!

Paula:p

 

Thank you Paula -- you've put my mind at ease.

 

And let's use the "its so cold" excuse to have another glass of cab ---- if you see me with goose bumps on my arms just send me in the direction of the bar....;)

 

Sante!

[winemistress45]

I know exactly what you mean. Poster in question is seemingly determined to find reasons to be unhappy with the cruise experience.

 

Michele -- its too bad you aren't signed up for the meet and greet -- it would be great to meet you in person!

 

Hopefully we all have a fantastic time on our Thanksgiving cruise -- maybe our girls will meet and hit it off!

 

:)

[sungoddess]

Okay, I know that I am in the minority (only because my fiance tells me on a daily basis) but I love cold temps. I want my cabin below 60 degrees, which is not possible on the ship, unless they are having mechanical problems. Trust me, I used to beg the Engineers to lower the temp of my cabin, but there is a limit to what they can do. :(

[maxout]

Michele -- its too bad you aren't signed up for the meet and greet -- it would be great to meet you in person!

 

Hopefully we all have a fantastic time on our Thanksgiving cruise -- maybe our girls will meet and hit it off!

 

:)

 

You do that! Most of this experience is what we choose to make of it. :) Go! Enjoy! and don't sweat the small ship ;)

[winemistress45]

You do that! Most of this experience is what we choose to make of it. :) Go! Enjoy! and don't sweat the small ship ;)

 

As are most experiences in life --- thanks, I'm very much looking forward to the trip!

[jtl513]

Sungoddess - does the crew have any kind of a credit union or bank on board, or do they have to keep their cash and paychecks under their pillows and do all their banking in ports? Thanks! :)

[winemistress45]

I'm from FL (now) and think 65 deg F is too cold, indoors or out. The only time I've felt cold on any HAL ship is when we first go into the dining room for the early seating. By the time we're halfway through dinner it is comfortable for me, and by the end it is even starting to get a little too warm.

 

I'm convinced that HAL starts the dining room out a little chilly intentionally, because when you put all those people in the room, and all the activity starts, of course the room will warm up.

 

Winemistress, if you have early dining I suggest that you wear at least elbow-length sleeves, or have something to put over your shoulders for the first 1/2 to 3/4 hour. For late dining, I don't believe the room will be that cold to start.

 

I agree. Worst search I've ever run into. It sometimes can't find things that I KNOW are there because I posted them. One thing that I've decided is that the fewer key words you use the better it works.

 

Surprisingly, we agree. BTW did you read my reply to you and to djhsolara on the tux-sans-jacket question? You have me confused with somebody who cares about what other people wear. I only care about following rules.

 

We have late seating upper -- so I'm hoping it will be quite comfortable. Like Paula said -- a couple of glasses of cab won't hurt the matter either.....Thank you!

[sungoddess]

Not really, but on each payday the crew can withdraw cash for use ashore for the week. Purchases onboard are charged to our 99#'s, so those are reconciled at the end of each voyage, just like pax. Otherwise, whatever you don't draw at the end of the month is either direct deposited into an account or a check is drawn.

 

So, long story short, they don't have to take all of their wages in cash. The Purser will hold onto whatever is not drawn on payday.

[maxout]

Sungoddess - does the crew have any kind of a credit union or bank on board, or do they have to keep their cash and paychecks under their pillows and do all their banking in ports? Thanks! :)

 

I feel a serious drift in here... brrrr.... ;)

[sungoddess]

Check the auto tipping thread.. how did this get here? How many glasses of wine have I had? I thought it was only two? :eek:

[Copper10-8]

Check the auto tipping thread.. how did this get here? How many glasses of wine have I had? I thought it was only two? :eek:

 

OK, what I need you to do is put your feet together. Tilt your head back, close your eyes, and extend both arms with your index fingers pointed outward. When I say so, with your left index finger I need you to touch the tip of your nose...........

[sungoddess]

Hee hee hee....Thankfully, that will never be me; I am in the comfort of my bed!

[maxout]

"ok, now recite your itinerary backwards" :D