Lovetocruise2002 Posted January 1, 2019 Author Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 Good morning! Day 4: Falmouth, Jamaica Back in the Diamond Lounge again this morning as I write this. It’s a beautiful day in Falmouth today, sunny and in the 80s, but we are staying on board. No one in my family is up and moving yet so just enjoying some quiet time to myself. Last night’s activities were fun. Gives you that Time’s Square feel without the freezing cold weather, which is perfect for me. Not sure what our plans are for today. Likely just more pool time. Yesterday Hubby took some photos around the pool deck and just sent them to me late last night. Here is Indy’s pool deck. Pool Scope: https://www.pscp.tv/w/bvt4HjF4TlFhYVJPT2V3UWJ8MVprS3prV3pRV3ZHdrygn8-6oov_zGwnnBXgdEJJSZUgV6AdTLdMhjLP70mU Guy Gadwa, cruiselife, Matt and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted January 1, 2019 Author Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 Independence Dunes: D12 Hubby Scope: https://www.pscp.tv/w/bvt32DF4TlFhYVJPT2V3UWJ8MUJkR1lPTnp3RVp4WAkWDm7JGlIi29LwFlJXCgiQ4DVyrR4PMMrCpfgJ_Kv_ Guy Gadwa, cruiselife, twangster and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted January 1, 2019 Author Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 Playmakers Deck 4: I was on my own for this one FlowBro Ty, Guy Gadwa, JLMoran and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAAAYTOOO Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 Ooooooh. I love those padded seats next to the pool bar. Very nice addition ! Lovetocruise2002, cruiselife and Firemanswife2 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted January 1, 2019 Author Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 Just now, WAAAYTOOO said: Ooooooh. I love those padded seats next to the pool bar. Very nice addition ! Mariner also had those added in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted January 1, 2019 Author Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 Fish & Ships: According to @mpoole3, this replaces a juice bar. On my own for these photos too I don’t plan on eating here. I cannot bring myself to pay an extra $9-10 for this type of food. And if it’s anything like MDR Fish&Chips, it’s not going to be great. FlowBro Ty, twangster, JLMoran and 3 others 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 Great photos! Now I definitely don't need to blog! Thanks and happy new year! tdcackler, JLMoran, Lovetocruise2002 and 2 others 1 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted January 1, 2019 Author Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 Just now, twangster said: Great photos! Now I definitely don't need to blog! Thanks and happy new year! Same to you! And nope, you can still blog Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted January 1, 2019 Author Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 Still here in the Diamond lounge and listening to interesting conversations. Apparently @melski94 and I are not the only ones who think that MDR service takes forever. Some unhappy Diamond members here. FlowBro Ty 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melski94 Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 17 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: Still here in the Diamond lounge and listening to interesting conversations. Apparently @melski94 and I are not the only ones who think that MDR service takes forever. Some unhappy Diamond members here. So much for my post cruise survey! The craziest thing about Indy was the reservation line was like that the entire week. On most ships, after night 1 it settles down but it was interesting with the photo booth set up and the line would wrap towards the women's bathroom. We just gave up and ate in the WJ and you know I hate the WJ. Good thing you'll be in Giovani's tonight! FlowBro Ty and Lovetocruise2002 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted January 1, 2019 Author Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 Indy Promenade: me Promenade and Playmakers scope: https://www.pscp.tv/w/bvuSgTF4TlFhYVJPT2V3UWJ8MXpxSlZPVnpqeVl4Qn9zXHLnyyLd95Nx-UxAsmcgZuEBSSMRQyr7l4riK_ot Skigoofy, FlowBro Ty, cruiselife and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susie Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 Great scope Look just like lovely Freedom OTS I went and look like just a few changes (amped) Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted January 1, 2019 Author Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 11 minutes ago, Susie said: Great scope Look just like lovely Freedom OTS I went and look like just a few changes (amped) First Freedom Class ship for me so I cannot compare. But while speaking to @CHRIS WONG (he works on board) he mentioned that most changes were to the sports/pool deck and the new staterooms on Deck 11/12. Susie 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlowBro Ty Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 Hey @Lovetocruise2002 What Camera Are You Using Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trainfan Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 6 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: First Freedom Class ship for me so I cannot compare. But while speaking to @CHRIS WONG (he works on board) he mentioned that most changes were to the sports/pool deck and the new staterooms on Deck 11/12. We are on this Cruise as well and I think that the pool deck is fantastic. We have not sailed in Indy before, so I can’t speak to what is new or not new but the three area setup we think works really well spiralqueen 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted January 1, 2019 Author Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 4 minutes ago, FlowBro Ty said: Hey @Lovetocruise2002 What Camera Are You Using My iPhone 8. Hubby uses his GoPro. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted January 1, 2019 Author Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 Just now, Trainfan said: We are on this Cruise as well and I think that the pool deck is fantastic. We have not sailed in Indy before, so I can’t speak to what is new or not new but the three area setup we think works really well I agree. Splash away Bay is a great addition for the kids. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlowBro Ty Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 27 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: My iPhone 8. Hubby uses his GoPro. Thanks For The Info. The Cruise Junkie 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susie Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 26 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: I agree. Splash away Bay is a great addition for the kids. It used to call H2O zone. I think they added the slides on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlowBro Ty Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 My Opinion Is The Splashaway Bay Looks Smaller Than The Old H2O Zone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted January 1, 2019 Author Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 Update...the Royal Caribbean app on Indy does not allow for you to modify/edit your dining reservations. You still have to do it in person. The Cruise Junkie 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Floski Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 Still awesome! Does Playmakers offer only the two available espn Caribbean channels or is more like a real sports bar? I love the Fish and Ships idea, but agree that there shouldn't be an extra charge, or at the most the prices should be about half those. Lovetocruise2002, The Cruise Junkie and cruiselife 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted January 1, 2019 Author Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 Just now, Floski said: Does Playmakers offer only the two available espn Caribbean channels or is more like a real sports bar? Not sure but let me find out for you. The Cruise Junkie 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Floski Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 Just now, Lovetocruise2002 said: Not sure but let me find out for you. Thanks! Go ahead and get a beverage and put it on JL's tab... The Cruise Junkie, SpeedNoodles and JLMoran 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susie Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 41 minutes ago, FlowBro Ty said: My Opinion Is The Splashaway Bay Looks Smaller Than The Old H2O Zone. From I saw in the pictures, it also looks smaller than the old H2O zone but added the slides that make it great for kids though. The Cruise Junkie 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted January 1, 2019 Author Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 14 minutes ago, Floski said: Thanks! Go ahead and get a beverage and put it on JL's tab... Lol! @JLMoran you owe me a drink! Just the Caribbean ESPN channels and Sports 24 (no clue what that is. I’m Canadian, we just watch hockey ). tdcackler, SpeedNoodles, The Cruise Junkie and 3 others 4 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted January 1, 2019 Author Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 Just now, Susie said: From I saw in the pictures, it also looks smaller than the old H2O zone but added the slides that make it great for kids though. Not sure if it’s smaller, maybe it just appears so with the slide structure that has been added? Susie 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trainfan Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 22 minutes ago, Floski said: Still awesome! Does Playmakers offer only the two available espn Caribbean channels or is more like a real sports bar? Very much like a “real” sports bar Full line up of games. On Sunday that had at least 5 different NFL games on at the same time it was also packed, and a ton of fun A great addition in my opinion Floski 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe01 Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 Being a Brit, Fish & Ships is a good idea for the British market but I think for the sailings out of Florida, they should replace it. And looking at your photo, it is way too expensive. Happy New Year - loving the blog so far. Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted January 1, 2019 Author Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 2 minutes ago, Joe01 said: Being a Brit, Fish & Ships is a good idea for the British market but I think for the sailings out of Florida, they should replace it. And looking at your photo, it is way too expensive. Happy New Year - loving the blog so far. Thanks for following @Joe01! And for the record, Jamie (CD) and Daniel are great. I have not ever had the pleasure of sailing with Abe or Marc yet, but my favourites so far are (in order): Tim (still sad that he is gone), Hugo, Jamie, and Clo. Joe01 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted January 1, 2019 Author Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 Current situation: I am in my happy place Happy hour in the Diamond Lounge Mrs. RoyalMoyal, Guy Gadwa, JLMoran and 4 others 6 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bellemiche Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 I'm laughing at the "Beef French" that look like hotdogs wrapped in dough! RickinSTL, Mrs. RoyalMoyal and panda123 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted January 1, 2019 Author Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 Just now, bellemiche said: I'm laughing at the "Beef French" that look like hotdogs wrapped in dough! I had that. That is basically what that is! bellemiche and Guy Gadwa 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted January 1, 2019 Author Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 5:24pm in the Diamond lounge and it is packed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susie Posted January 1, 2019 Report Share Posted January 1, 2019 @Lovetocruise2002 order Lemon drop Martini at Diamond Lounge. You might like it. Lovetocruise2002 and Floski 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted January 2, 2019 Author Report Share Posted January 2, 2019 1 hour ago, Susie said: @Lovetocruise2002 order Lemon drop Martini at Diamond Lounge. You might like it. Will do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted January 2, 2019 Author Report Share Posted January 2, 2019 After some drinks in the Diamond Lounge, I literally stumbled my way back to the stateroom to meet my family for dinner. I was worried that I accidentally had too many Cosmos but it was actually the ship that was rocking like crazy! The motion is really bad tonight. Worse so far during whole sailing. I took some Gravol before dinner, so did D12, but unfortunately while that took away the nausea, the combination of Cosmos and Gravol made for a very sleepy meal at Giovanni’s. Giovanni’s menu: Soup of the day: Lentil soup Gamberetti Alla Ligure Pork Belly Carbonara Filet Mignon Desert here is served off a tray. You pick whatever you want. This is what we missed from the MDR. Giovanni’s was good. Way better than eating in the MDR. I was fighting to stay awake so that was the only negative to the meal. A few things to note here. I know from these boards that there are many Giovanni’s fans out there. We came to a unanimous desision that we prefer Jamie’s over Giovanni’s. There was nothing at Giovanni’s that really stood out. Second thing is that for @Matt and all others who have not tried Coastal Kitchen given the opportunity, you need to try it! The filet that I had tonight was ok, but the filet at CK on night one still trumps it by a long shot! No comparison, in flavour and in quality. We have yet to try Chops. Will be doing that on Harmony but so far it is still #teamCK for us. We are now settled in the Royal Theater waiting for Once Upon A Time. The ship is swaying so much it makes me appreciate what these actors/actresses do even more. tdcackler, bellemiche, spiralqueen and 6 others 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JLMoran Posted January 2, 2019 Report Share Posted January 2, 2019 1 hour ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: Desert here is served off a tray. You pick whatever you want. Please tell me you tried the Tiramisu! bellemiche, The Cruise Junkie, Guy Gadwa and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thetechie Posted January 2, 2019 Report Share Posted January 2, 2019 3 hours ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: Desert here is served off a tray. You pick whatever you want. I would have to just say 'Yes, please!' Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted January 2, 2019 Author Report Share Posted January 2, 2019 1 hour ago, JLMoran said: Please tell me you tried the Tiramisu! 14 minutes ago, Thetechie said: I would have to just say 'Yes, please!' I said, “Yes please” to the tiramisu and cannoli. Hubby and D12 had the chocolate cake. All were yummy. The Cruise Junkie and Guy Gadwa 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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