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March 25th 2009
Well after a disappointing announcement this morning (our para sailing was canceled due to high winds) we decided to stay aboard ship. With most of the guests on shore we had the pools, decks, food all to ourselves. The day was mostly sunny so took advantage of some time to sit in the sunshine. We all have a bit of a burn, not to much. We will check with the excursion desk to see if we can reschedule the para sailing once we get to Cozumel. Paul, Ed and I had some fun on the water slide (salt water). We will get Lee on it before the end of the trip. Last night we did a conga dance in the dining room with the wait staff, who are incredibly nice. I will get some pictures of ... read more
March 24th 2009
Day 2 Jamaica Finally after a rough day at sea we are in calmer waters. Woke up at about 7:00 a.m. and saw land. We were in for an adventure today. Up close and personal with dolphins and then the climb up Dunn River Falls. We had an hour to kill before our dolphin adventure so took a walk on the beach. The waves were beautiful as was the color of the water. Unfortunately we were not allowed to take pictures with the dolphins; the handlers took pictures for you and then wanted to sell them, 4 for 20 bucks. But the encounter was awesome. The 4 of us got soaked but got to touch and kiss the dolphins and watch them do tricks in the water. I have attached some pictures that I was able ... read more
March 24th 2009
Off the coast somewhere....... Day 1 at sea was a trip. It was so windy they had to close the upper levels of the outside decks. I think they thought people would be blown off the ship, not that anyone would have wanted to be up there. It was not only windy but quite chilly. The lower decks were wall to wall people so it was hard to find a chair were you could sit and soak up some sun. Alas we finally did but had to stay covered up due to the chilly temps. Got some reading in though which was a good thing. Last night was the formal Captain’s dinner. People were dressed in elegance however the ship was rocking so much from the rough seas that it was hard to stay upright (especially ... read more
March 22nd 2009
After waiting at the airport for what seemed like an eternity we finally made it to Florida. Hoped a bus for Port Miami. Bus ride was a trip. There was a women that was the most obnoxious women we have ever been around. Luckily the trip was just 30 minutes. When pulling into Port Miami you could see several ships, some with climbing walls some with water slides. Huge floating cities. Pulled up to the gate and was greeted by very friendly porters to take our luggage. So far so good. Finding Lee and Ed was a little difficult but finally connected at about 3:00. 3:45 started the abandon ship drill, I have included a pic of lee and I in our life vest garb. Felt much safer after the drill. Got back to the room ... read more
Getting Ready for Cruise
Published: March 18th 2009North America » United States » Connecticut » AvonMarch 18th 2009
Just wanted to jot down particulars about the trip before we head out. We will be leaving from Bradley at 6:30 Sunday March 22nd. We arrive in Fort Lauderdale at 1:30 after a layover in NY. From FLL we travel by bus to Miami where we board the Carnival Cruise Line ship Triumph. Monday will be on the Sea the entire day. Tuesday in Ocho Rios Jamaica Wednesday in Grand Cayman Thursday on the sea again for the entire day Friday in Cozumel Mexico Saturday on the sea the entire day Sunday arrive in Miami in the morning and head home. I will write as often as possible and post pictures along the way. Hopefully the sea will be calm, the sky clear, and the sun bright for the trip. ... read more
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