JoeyandDavid

Mary Ann, I had some of them but deleted the street addresses as soon as i made labels, I did though maintain an email database....however I was reluctant to keep address information as to protect the privacy of those who may not want the information public

:wink: yeah i noticed your email address... we were just there in April for the rainy Cherry blossom parade

Thanks for the article Diane.. I printed it out...

Hi Cheryl we are all in the same neighborhood as far as hotels go..... and Miami I hate to tell you ...is a real pain to get to unless you rent a car.. Anyway.. Interesting comments about the Olympic resturant... if you could please elaborate as to why you "wasn't impressed" we will be sailing Millie in October .. and DP loves Cesar salad... And DC is my second home too..I lived i Off of Duke in Alexandria, and in Northwest (23rd and Mass) during my 10+ years there. Avie what part of the metro area are you guys..

martini anyone? :grin:

I can't believe they still haven't posted excursions of the Panama Canal, Fuerte Amador and Puntarenas CostaRica... They have things for the beach communities already(Aruba, And the west coast of mexico.... I just wish they would get it going on the more remote ports..

John, I agree that getting to know your "staff" is good, I too am a people person..(if you hadnt noticed)... I did notice the change in service when HAL went from a tipping "option" to a "suggested" tip. It seemed the crew, knew they were going to get "paid" so they lost that edge for service.. We always tip extra to those who go above expectations....and always with a hand written note.. Once again I wish main stream lines would include gratuities in the fare and let us tip back on service and not because its part of salary :sad:

Elite... not yet .....this will be our second Celebrity cruise, after this one, we will be upgraded to select in time for our PC cruise..... we wont get to elite until the cruise after the one after the PC :grin: in other words... don't wait on us :grin:

Jackie is that like "fear factor" ???

Skoal it sounds like you maybe hooked..... Great review thanks for posting :grin:

Lisa63, What a great review, Very well written.....Thank you for posting your observations for us....

I just don't understand why the cruise lines just don't raise the fairs to included "suggested tips" the if we extend gratuities.. they would mean more jmo

and you have proceeded both ways?

Good afternoon ++ You are correct..... :grin:

Hansi I know what you mean.. I am beginning to look at prepaying as part of the cruise price.. and then tips are extended from there.. Joey

That's interesting the Carnival Ecstasy has been quiet few peoples first cruise

We normally don't.. however this next cruise (Mediterranean)we have opted to.... I havent made my mind up about the cruise after that (P.Canal).. Do you think that pre-paying results in slower service?

tori that is a pro for me....I guess need to look at this camera.... Thanks for a graet post!

Hey Diane.....Love your guys pictures (avatar) very handsome couple!

Chapala, Hi and thanks ...what if any was your camera of choice before you got the Olympus C-60? joey Congrats on your first post... hope many more follow :wink:

Hi Cheryl.... congratulations on the double pain windows... they do tend to improve the quality of life.. :grin: Do you care to share which hotel you guys are staying at ?? We are at the comfort suites and I think Avie and Betty are at the Marriott what time are you guys scheduled to be getting in ? ... The alcohol policy is a new one or should i say they are acting like they want to be stricter with it.. we will see :undecided: As far as Barbara wine.. if you have a fav I would be glad to look for a bottle and bring it to FLL for you I agree the prices are cheaper than a restaurant it's just the selection leaves a lot to be desired..just my opinion... Have you guys given any thought to excursions?? joey

Morning guys..... 91 days before we sail.... i wonder who will be the first Crazie to get their docs.....any side wagers :grin:

Mary Lou you can count on us to dance with you ...Congrats on the docs!

wow complete with graphics.. I am impressed Maria :grin: ... so its an easy camera?... is it auto focas? auto everything ?