OCSC Mike Posted July 24, 2023 Report Share Posted July 24, 2023 6 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: I totally agree that the food and service is the best we have encountered since the pandemic restart in any CK. 7 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: We have run into several crew members here in CK that we remember, and they remember us, from other ships. Many of them started up WN and have remained. My theory is that some of the best go to new ships and that is why food quality/taste and service vary from one CK to another. But WN is the best right now for sure. I only had one CK experience to compare it to (a year ago on Harmony) but as I've posted multiple times, we can't imagine finding a better service experience than we had in CK on Wonder last month. Is Vinay from India still there? He was either the CK manager or supervisor, I keep getting it mixed up. SweetPea and Lovetocruise2002 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 24, 2023 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2023 PDCC Great weather today! Very hot but got away from the rain and wind that was around yesterday. No real plans today. I had breakfast in CK and Hubby slept in. Later we wandered around the top decks while it was quiet. Did not get to do this yesterday because of the weather. OCSC Mike, Sweety, ellcee and 12 others 12 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 24, 2023 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2023 Like I mentioned to @Neesa already, this space is gorgeous. Views not great but the prettiest of all the CK/SL on OA class so far. Entrance Suite lounge Suite Lounge Bar Coastal Kitchen JohnK6404, SweetPea, WAAAYTOOO and 8 others 8 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 24, 2023 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2023 After Hubby grabbed a bite to eat in the Suite Lounge we headed up to see what the Suite Sun deck looked like. I really like the new additions here. Now if only they would keep the Deck 18 doors locked…. MaryS, Ndfan89, asquared17 and 15 others 13 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 24, 2023 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2023 From there we headed two decks down to 16, the sports deck, Wonder Playscape, El Loco (I like the addition of the bar here). MaryS, ScottishRobbie, OCSC Mike and 7 others 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 24, 2023 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2023 Pool zone: MaryS, Ampurp85, SweetPea and 6 others 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 24, 2023 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2023 Solarium Both Hubby and I agree that this is a huge improvement from the OA class ships before this one. It is air conditioned. The space also seems more vast and open. MaryS, Ampurp85, WAAAYTOOO and 10 others 9 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 24, 2023 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2023 Promenade & things… OCSC Mike, JohnK6404, Sweety and 5 others 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 24, 2023 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2023 Boardwalk: Neesa, MaryS, JohnK6404 and 8 others 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 24, 2023 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2023 Central Park: SweetPea, Neesa, WAAAYTOOO and 9 others 12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 24, 2023 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2023 Current situation: Hubby has wandered off the ship in search of buffet food. As much as I love him, it is way to hot for my liking and the return (buffet food) is not worth breaking out in a sweat for. I am perfectly content hanging around the ship, enjoying my balcony, working on this blog. I hear a Starbucks Refresher calling my name soon…. asquared17, SweetPea, CravingaCruise and 8 others 6 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCSC Mike Posted July 24, 2023 Report Share Posted July 24, 2023 Just now, Lovetocruise2002 said: Both Hubby and I agree that this is a huge improvement from the OA class ships before this one. It is air conditioned. The space also seems more vast and open. We didn't spend any time there but that was our impression from walking through it as well. Looking forward to relaxing there when we're back in steerage. 1 minute ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: the return (buffet food) is not worth breaking out in a sweat for I hate the heat too but Hubby is correct in this case. Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ampurp85 Posted July 24, 2023 Report Share Posted July 24, 2023 So, I am officially caught up and all the pictures have me excited for my Jan Wonder sailing. I love how new and clean she looks, and the pictures are beautiful..........as well has the happy couple celebrating their anniversary Second a while back @Neesa mentioned getting a new lawn mower for their anniversary and I was like wait ......is that not a good gift? I mean yes, a trip to Disney for Star Wars and a star class sailing are great but practical gifts are wonderful too. Anyhow being that you are star class, the water issue has resolve itself, but I hope that I will be able to use my D+ vouchers for the good bottles, that Tru water is the worst. Also, can you get pictures of the nonsmoking casino. asquared17, Jax, Neesa and 2 others 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 24, 2023 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2023 23 minutes ago, Ampurp85 said: and the pictures are beautiful..........as well has the happy couple celebrating their anniversary Thank you Photos are all Hubby! 23 minutes ago, Ampurp85 said: Anyhow being that you are star class, the water issue has resolve itself, but I hope that I will be able to use my D+ vouchers for the good bottles The voucher thing I don’t know the answer to. I will try to ask around when I go to one of those Central Park restaurants. However, I forgot to mention that while walking down the hall yesterday to the elevators, Hubby did see a case of Evian in someone’s room. So that they do have. Ampurp85, Neesa and Jax 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 24, 2023 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2023 It’s lunch time! Sorrento’s pizza! Sometimes it’s the simple things that hit the spot! Not a fan of the chicken one. Pepperoni is still best! OCSC Mike, Neesa, Jax and 4 others 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asquared17 Posted July 24, 2023 Report Share Posted July 24, 2023 GREAT PICTURES!! my mind is blown by the loungers in the shade on deck???? 16? i can’t figure this out but no matter. i’m wondering also how much cooler/climate controlled CK is with its current location. i love the location on the other oasis class ships, but MAN does it get hot (and we never sail peak summer ) like @Ampurp85 said, hoping the water situation gets resolved and your restock goes smoothly Neesa 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 24, 2023 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2023 10 minutes ago, asquared17 said: my mind is blown by the loungers in the shade on deck???? 16? Are you referring to those yellow ones? Hubby thinks that they might serve a dual purpose as those face the screen for movie watching. Opens up more seating. 11 minutes ago, asquared17 said: i’m wondering also how much cooler/climate controlled CK is with its current location. While I have never felt hot in any CK, last night I had a wrap on and I was still chilly in there. WAAAYTOOO and asquared17 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LandstromCruise Posted July 24, 2023 Report Share Posted July 24, 2023 Hubby has wandered off the ship in search of buffet food. As much as I love him, it is way to hot for my liking and the return (buffet food) is not worth breaking out in a sweat for. I am perfectly content hanging around the ship, enjoying my balcony, working on this blog. I hear a Starbucks Refresher calling my name soon…. Isn't there buffet food on the ship Robert M, Lovetocruise2002, CravingaCruise and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ndfan89 Posted July 24, 2023 Report Share Posted July 24, 2023 42 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: Thank you Photos are all Hubby! The voucher thing I don’t know the answer to. I will try to ask around when I go to one of those Central Park restaurants. However, I forgot to mention that while walking down the hall yesterday to the elevators, Hubby did see a case of Evian in someone’s room. So that they do have. Yes, on my July 9 sailing on Wonder we did have Evian waiting in our stateroom upon arrival. asquared17 and Lovetocruise2002 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 24, 2023 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2023 2 minutes ago, LandstromCruise said: Isn't there buffet food on the ship He is after the BBQ and crispy chicken sandwich lol OCSC Mike and bellemiche 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 24, 2023 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2023 It’s 3:03pm. All aboard was 3pm. No sign of Hubby. asquared17, Jax, CravingaCruise and 17 others 18 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 24, 2023 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2023 2 hours ago, OCSC Mike said: Is Vinay from India still there? He was either the CK manager or supervisor, I keep getting it mixed up. Yes! He remembered us from Symphony! He’s awesome! Told us last night that he left Symphony to start up this ship. Looks like he took a couple of good ones from SY with him because there are a few other CK crew members that we sailed with on Symphony here now. OCSC Mike and Neesa 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCSC Mike Posted July 24, 2023 Report Share Posted July 24, 2023 Just now, Lovetocruise2002 said: Yes! He remembered us from Symphony! He’s awesome! Told us last night that he left Symphony to start up this ship. Looks like he took a couple of good ones from SY with him because there are a few other CK crew members that we sailed with on Symphony here now. He was the best crew member we have ever encountered in any capacity on any ship. He had special meals prepared for my 9 year old niece with food allergies... including one based on something he makes for his son back home. We got to know him very well, saw pics of his family, etc. Not only amazing at his job but incredibly knowledgeable about topics totally unrelated to cruising/hospitality. Obviously don't feel obligated, but if you want to tell him Alan's family says hi from early June, that would be great. WAAAYTOOO and Lovetocruise2002 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCSC Mike Posted July 24, 2023 Report Share Posted July 24, 2023 48 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: He is after the BBQ and crispy chicken sandwich lol Stop laughing, it's a worthy quest! If they had the food from CocoCay on the ship I might gain 20 lbs instead of 10 (per 7 night cruise). SweetPea, Lovetocruise2002 and CravingaCruise 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GregD Posted July 24, 2023 Report Share Posted July 24, 2023 39 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: It’s 3:03pm. All aboard was 3pm. No sign of Hubby. I can't stop laughing at this exchange CravingaCruise, Lovetocruise2002, Jax and 3 others 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jax Posted July 24, 2023 Report Share Posted July 24, 2023 2 hours ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: It’s 3:03pm. All aboard was 3pm. No sign of Hubby. I’ll be following IG for a video of Justin pier running. WAAAYTOOO, CravingaCruise, Neesa and 7 others 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asquared17 Posted July 24, 2023 Report Share Posted July 24, 2023 3 hours ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: While I have never felt hot in any CK, last night I had a wrap on and I was still chilly in there. this is what i long for. i’m always a million degrees no matter what 2 hours ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: It’s 3:03pm. All aboard was 3pm. No sign of Hubby. the nonchalant “ah” GOODBYE Lovetocruise2002, CravingaCruise and Neesa 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GregD Posted July 24, 2023 Report Share Posted July 24, 2023 YouTube footage has been found LandstromCruise, Sweety, CravingaCruise and 5 others 2 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 24, 2023 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2023 2 hours ago, GregD said: I can't stop laughing at this exchange 51 minutes ago, Jax said: I’ll be following IG for a video of Justin pier running. He made it lol Jax, WAAAYTOOO and CravingaCruise 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 24, 2023 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2023 After we set sail around 4pm, Hubby met Hannah for ice skating. I took a pass on this. He was mainly after the exercise and we had no kids with us so I continued on with my self relaxation time. My day pretty consisted of alternating between the balcony and coming inside to wander around ship. That was my perfect day Pics that Hubby took from Studio B. Jax, SweetPea, Ampurp85 and 4 others 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted July 24, 2023 Report Share Posted July 24, 2023 4 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: After we set sail around 4pm, Hubby met Hannah for ice skating. I took a pass on this. He was mainly after the exercise and we had no kids with us so I continued on with my self relaxation time. My day pretty consisted of alternating between the balcony and coming inside to wander around ship. That was my perfect day Pics that Hubby took from Studio B. No hockey sticks? I would have thought he would have brought one. AlmondFarmer, bellemiche and CravingaCruise 1 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike6453 Posted July 24, 2023 Report Share Posted July 24, 2023 6 hours ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: Solarium Both Hubby and I agree that this is a huge improvement from the OA class ships before this one. It is air conditioned. The space also seems more vast and open. One nice thing they took from quantum class.... Can't wait we're booked for Feb on wonder. CravingaCruise and Lovetocruise2002 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bellemiche Posted July 25, 2023 Report Share Posted July 25, 2023 Did he have the ice all to himself? Lovetocruise2002 and CravingaCruise 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 25, 2023 Author Report Share Posted July 25, 2023 6 hours ago, twangster said: No hockey sticks? I would have thought he would have brought one. He was reprimanded for going too fast. A hockey stick probably would have sent him right off the ice. 3 hours ago, bellemiche said: Did he have the ice all to himself? He actually said that Hannah picked a good session for him. Because everyone had just returned from Coco Cay, it was fairly quite. He said the first half hour or so, there was barely anyone there, second half hour more came. CravingaCruise, bellemiche and WAAAYTOOO 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 25, 2023 Author Report Share Posted July 25, 2023 Dinner for Night 2 was Izumi Hibachi. It was a strange Hibachi dinner tonight. The food was great as usual, however, it was not the normal, loud, Hibachi vibe. Our table of 8 was the only one there on the Hibachi side, the crew said that the other two tables cancelled. And this was 7pm, prime Hibachi time. Dinner also moved very slow (compared to other Hibachi’s we have been to). Not sure what was up there tonight. Another first, tonight was the first night we witnessed our Hibachi cook drop an egg. At first we thought it was a joke, but sure enough, there was clean up needed on the floor. ellcee, asquared17, Neesa and 7 others 5 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 25, 2023 Author Report Share Posted July 25, 2023 After dinner we went to see Voices. While I did not care too much for the songs, I was really impressed by how this show was done, completely using the human voice and nothing else. I felt like it also gave the singers a good chance to showcase their voice as sometimes in the production shows they are limited. Going to upload some video clips to Instagram for those who are interested. We ended off our evening watching the late showing of Intense from our balcony. My preference is to always watch the show from down below, however, this higher perspective gave us more appreciation for what happens below the water, which you would never see from down below. The different angle also allowed us to focus on the higher elements and that was a nice change too. Off to bed now. Sea day tomorrow but getting up early cause Hubby is doing the Star Class flowrider session at 9am. SweetPea, bellemiche, Ampurp85 and 6 others 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 25, 2023 Author Report Share Posted July 25, 2023 Oh, one last thing before I go to bed. Happy to report to all my fellow water snobs that Evian has been restocked tonight bellemiche, Robert M, CravingaCruise and 7 others 4 2 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asquared17 Posted July 25, 2023 Report Share Posted July 25, 2023 warms my heart to see the evian Neesa, Lovetocruise2002, CravingaCruise and 2 others 1 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 25, 2023 Author Report Share Posted July 25, 2023 Day 3 - Sea day Good morning. Just going to leave this right here SweetPea, bellemiche, asquared17 and 9 others 4 7 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted July 25, 2023 Author Report Share Posted July 25, 2023 Success! Hubby has earned his blue band. That has been his mission for a while now. A friend just welcomed me to the Flowrider widow’s club CravingaCruise, LandstromCruise, bellemiche and 11 others 2 11 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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