Roll Call Celebrity Sumitt 01/20/2007

[cherole]

Thanks, guys, for aiding in possible tours!

Our friends J&L haven't committed to any specific excursions yet, but we don't worry about them. If we all happen to agree, then great! But if not, we go our own way.

I would love to do something more daredevil, such as the suspension bridges, aerial tram and so forth, but Ole doesn't do heights (other than airplanes). Go figure. So, the park seemed like a nice place to see some beach, critters, etc.

[JoeyandDavid]

Cheryl did you see the responses?

http://www.cruisecrazies.com/forums/index....=0entry143412

[avie]

Good morning,

Delta has done it again! I checked my plane reservations again the other day, and DAL changed my reservations -- without notifying me, of course. Some were relatively minor changes -- but my seat assignments went bye-bye. I was able to get some of the same seats back -- but not all. They also had my connecting flight leaving before I arrived. Explanation: sometimes the computer makes mistakes!!! Perhaps, DAL needs to get new programmers. Other than that, the cruise planning continues to go smoothly. We're reallhy looking forward to it.

Avie

[JoeyandDavid]

Avie the same thing happens on AA too they must use the same computers

If anyone would like the Weissmann Report on Costa Rica drop me an email its a doc forward type thingy.

[avie]

For those who want to check the location and desireability of airline seats, you may want to check out seatguru.com. The site has the configuation of the planes for all airlines, and the comments are most helpful.

Avie

[cherole]

Hey Joey -

Loved your video show of the Med. AHHH-some! thanks for sharing. Of course, I recognize much of it, but a few questions.

At Villefranche-Sur-Mer, were you in Monaco only? It looks like you also had time to hit a hill town, like Eze or something.

What was the Livorna place you went, Sienna?

I notice that Mykonos and Naples stops were missing :)

Didn't you just LOVE the pulling into Venice part? Towering 10 floors above Venice is one of the most profound visuals I've experience traveling.

Thanks for pointing out the bus/bathroom response. I totally forgot that I posted that question! Must have been one evening while I was enjoying some wine.

Speaking of which -

Can't wait to hit the martini bar on the ship!

bye for now.

[JoeyandDavid]

Hi Cheryl.. thanks for watching imagine trying to get over 600 pictures down to a managible amount not tto include 2 and a hlf videos of footage.. it is hard to to do..

Anyway

Villefranche we went EVERYWHERE yes we were in EZE, monte carlo, monaco, nice also St Paul deVence so we had a FULL day

Yes in Livornia it was sienna as one of the places in the counrty.. Claudio also took us all over,,,

I notice that Mykonos and Naples stops were missing :)

Yes once again you are correct WE WAZ BUSHED Naples became a sea day for David and I we needed the rest!

Once again thanks for watching.. It made the work worthwhile!

[JoeyandDavid]

Good morning Guys... so how is everyone.. any word on the Train between two oceans?

I know personally I am hoping for beach weather in Aruba and in Acapulco.

Cabo is a do your own port of call although if you haven't been before .. consider the walking tour....

Our Big Dilemma continues to be Costa Rica and Panama.. I am not pleased with the 40 dollar bus ride options..

Hi Deb and Barbara... how much research have you guys gotten done?

[cherole]

Do any of you have Aruba port experience from before? Does anyone know how close the ship is to the main little town area?

We signed up for a 5 hour snorkel/sail/beach trip. The ship is only there for 9 hours. With shuffling about and so forth, I want to ensure I have enough time for some shopping & stuff. I'm a little concerned now. Plus, we are nervous nellies and always plan our tether to get back to the mother ship at least an hour prior to sail to avoid any mishaps!

Thanks for any info.

[avie]

We haven't been able to get any information as yet. From the experience of others on recent westbound PC trips on X, the excursions, if any, for Panama Canal (cruising) will not be announced until January! I keep hoping, though.

In the meantime, we are still trying to support the economy signle-handed. Two weeks ago, we went to Philadelphia for the Philadelphia Museum of Art annual craft show. Tomorrow, we're going to the Washington Craft Show. Both are fabulous shows, and approach (or equal) the Smithsonian Show in quality. It's really great fun to visit with some of the artists we have gotten to know over the years, and especially see how their work has changed. On Wednesday, we will continue our "mini vacations," and we're heading off to Pittsburgh for Thanksgiving. Corkie (our Boston) will be traveling with us for the first time (he usually stays with one of our daughters), and the hotel even provides a dog bed for him!!! Such luxury.

Joey,

Betty is doing well, and we're ready (almost) for the cruise.