twangster Posted January 10, 2018 Report Share Posted January 10, 2018 That looks like an @Sabrinaklai cruise ship next door. It probably brought rain with it. rjac and JLMoran 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGTLH Posted January 10, 2018 Author Report Share Posted January 10, 2018 Just noticed on one of the TVs that drink cards are on sale for $79 +18% for 10 punches. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted January 10, 2018 Report Share Posted January 10, 2018 1 hour ago, twangster said: That looks like an @Sabrinaklai cruise ship next door. It probably brought rain with it. Hey...I don't even like Disney! It's the kids! It's always the kids lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted January 10, 2018 Report Share Posted January 10, 2018 1 minute ago, Sabrinaklai said: Hey...I don't even like Disney! It's the kids! It's always the kids lol I've window shopped, but some of us have bookings on other cruise lines, and some of us only have bookings on Royal. Just sayin... ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted January 10, 2018 Report Share Posted January 10, 2018 2 minutes ago, twangster said: I've window shopped, but some of us have bookings on other cruise lines, and some of us only have bookings on Royal. Just sayin... ? Well let's see what you fill that June-Oct gap with ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted January 10, 2018 Report Share Posted January 10, 2018 1 minute ago, Sabrinaklai said: Well let's see what you fill that June-Oct gap with ? Celebrity. I'll be matched to Elite Plus by then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGTLH Posted January 10, 2018 Author Report Share Posted January 10, 2018 29 minutes ago, twangster said: Celebrity. I'll be matched to Elite Plus by then. Elite & Elite Plus -> Diamond Diamond & Diamond Plus -> Elite Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted January 10, 2018 Report Share Posted January 10, 2018 2 minutes ago, CGTLH said: Elite & Elite Plus -> Diamond Diamond & Diamond Plus -> Elite Works for me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGTLH Posted January 10, 2018 Author Report Share Posted January 10, 2018 2 minutes ago, twangster said: Works for me! Will be doing my first Celebrity, April 2019 on Edge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Floski Posted January 10, 2018 Report Share Posted January 10, 2018 On 1/9/2018 at 3:48 PM, twangster said: Salt water and electronics... you are going to need more than rice I'm afraid. Sadly, I can definitely relate from experience. Darn that Coco Cay! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGTLH Posted January 11, 2018 Author Report Share Posted January 11, 2018 WJ recon time JLMoran 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted January 11, 2018 Report Share Posted January 11, 2018 The Windjammer is a work of art Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGTLH Posted January 11, 2018 Author Report Share Posted January 11, 2018 Galley tour... Saw a sheet for blender drinks... 4oz mix, 8oz ice, one shot, blend. For smoothie, 5oz mix. Make your own drink of the day at home! Shrimp cocktail anyone? Trbayth, Matt and JLMoran 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JLMoran Posted January 11, 2018 Report Share Posted January 11, 2018 38 minutes ago, CGTLH said: Saw a sheet for bender drinks... Umm. I think you meant "blender"? Maybe? But I feel like the word that actually came out might be the better context. God knows I wouldn't mind a good bender right now. Floski 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGTLH Posted January 11, 2018 Author Report Share Posted January 11, 2018 9 minutes ago, JLMoran said: Umm. I think you meant "blender"? Maybe? But I feel like the word that actually came out might be the better context. God knows I wouldn't mind a good bender right now. Darn typos... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGTLH Posted January 11, 2018 Author Report Share Posted January 11, 2018 Finally had the chance to get some fun photos taken today... The wonderful Champane Bar Car shot Busy Royal Promenade twangster and FlowBro Ty 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAAAYTOOO Posted January 11, 2018 Report Share Posted January 11, 2018 Ahhh... Champagne Bar. Another thing that has pretty much gone by the wayside on many ships. I am coming to the conclusion that Brilliance has not been in for a major refit for a while and that when she does, bad things are going to happen. Remove the movie theater and change the Champagne Bar to an R-Bar or something worse. CGTLH 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGTLH Posted January 11, 2018 Author Report Share Posted January 11, 2018 11 minutes ago, WAAAYTOOO said: Ahhh... Champagne Bar. Another thing that has pretty much gone by the wayside on many ships. I am coming to the conclusion that Brilliance has not been in for a major refit for a while and that when she does, bad things are going to happen. Remove the movie theater and change the Champagne Bar to an R-Bar or something worse. For the something worse comment... Bionic Bar... Bionic Bar is entertaining at first. Then the loud sound track and lack of human touch gets to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted January 11, 2018 Report Share Posted January 11, 2018 42 minutes ago, WAAAYTOOO said: Ahhh... Champagne Bar. Another thing that has pretty much gone by the wayside on many ships. The only place that serves the Cucumber Martini other than paying $$ for 150 Central Park...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGTLH Posted January 11, 2018 Author Report Share Posted January 11, 2018 Been slacking... So far on the Sorrentos "non pizza" offerering. Sunday: ??? Monday: ??? Tuesday: Meatball Hero Wednesday: Philly Thursday: Tuna Melt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGTLH Posted January 11, 2018 Author Report Share Posted January 11, 2018 Bit late, but the lunch of champions shot... betatke1480 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGTLH Posted January 11, 2018 Author Report Share Posted January 11, 2018 On an off note, this cruise they have been out of the larger size martini glasses. Most bars have been using wine glasses. Did see plenty in the Diamond Lounge, but would guess they were the smaller size ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGTLH Posted January 11, 2018 Author Report Share Posted January 11, 2018 Another thing I just noticed... The other day they had made an announcement of an increase of of "onboad illnesses". Did see a step of wiping down surfaces. Today, seems menus have disappeared at the bars. Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted January 11, 2018 Report Share Posted January 11, 2018 20 minutes ago, CGTLH said: Another thing I just noticed... The other day they had made an announcement of an increase of of "onboad illnesses". Did see a step of wiping down surfaces. Today, seems menus have disappeared at the bars. Curious if this is more about flu season than norovirus. Florida hasn't been hard hit, but I've read other states dealing with it substantially more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted January 11, 2018 Report Share Posted January 11, 2018 35 minutes ago, Matt said: Curious if this is more about flu season than norovirus. Florida hasn't been hard hit, but I've read other states dealing with it substantially more. Report of Grandeur having 'sickness' but not defined what kind. On another forum Carnival Dream has been reporting 'sickness' as well. 'Tis the season... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGTLH Posted January 11, 2018 Author Report Share Posted January 11, 2018 1 hour ago, Matt said: Curious if this is more about flu season than norovirus. Florida hasn't been hard hit, but I've read other states dealing with it substantially more. They mentioned both the other day. The later they were not trying to say out right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGTLH Posted January 12, 2018 Author Report Share Posted January 12, 2018 Everyones (mostly) favorite post. WJ recon time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweety Posted January 12, 2018 Report Share Posted January 12, 2018 1 hour ago, CGTLH said: Everyones (mostly) favorite post. WJ recon time! If that is red velvet cake, I would like a slice please. Please a thick slice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGTLH Posted January 12, 2018 Author Report Share Posted January 12, 2018 7 minutes ago, Sweety said: If that is red velvet cake, I would like a slice please. Please a thick slice. The bad news one of the folks I was traveling with commented. They stated it tasted like someone had just whipped up some cream cheese, no other real flavor or sweetness. Sweety 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Floski Posted January 12, 2018 Report Share Posted January 12, 2018 So, on Oasis, where can one get a cucumber margarita? Last time on Freedom, we couldn't find one anywhere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted January 12, 2018 Report Share Posted January 12, 2018 34 minutes ago, Sweety said: If that is red velvet cake, I would like a slice please. Please a thick slice. In case anyone doesn't know yet, I think @Sweety likes red velvet cake lol. I have noticed that every live blog WJ recon by @CGTLH and @twangster there is at least 2-3 comments about that cake! ? Sweety 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted January 12, 2018 Report Share Posted January 12, 2018 1 hour ago, CGTLH said: Everyones (mostly) favorite post. WJ recon time! @Matt we need a reaction for "yum" too! ? rjac 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted January 12, 2018 Report Share Posted January 12, 2018 29 minutes ago, Floski said: So, on Oasis, where can one get a cucumber margarita? Last time on Freedom, we couldn't find one anywhere. Champagne Bar or while dining at 150 Central Park. Floski 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGTLH Posted January 12, 2018 Author Report Share Posted January 12, 2018 Guess the APs on the Promenade got a bit overloaded... Moved elsewhere and my connection came back. Darn Macho Men Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGTLH Posted January 12, 2018 Author Report Share Posted January 12, 2018 37 minutes ago, twangster said: Champagne Bar or while dining at 150 Central Park. One in 150 is slightly different, they use a lemongrass syrup. Plus the extra two bucks... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGTLH Posted January 12, 2018 Author Report Share Posted January 12, 2018 Been having some more photo fun again last night. Like most nights it ends with this... Added: Photo processing geek mode, 7 shot bracket -3 to +3 with shot at each whole exposure. Lightroom HDR merge. twangster 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted January 12, 2018 Report Share Posted January 12, 2018 6 minutes ago, CGTLH said: Been having some more photo fun again last night. Added: Photo processing geek mode, 7 shot bracket -3 to +3 with shot at each whole exposure. Lightroom HDR merge. Nice shots! Fisheye is fun isn't it? I too do all post processing in Lightroom. HDR is particularly useful around windows in the day and cruise ships have lots of windows with a high range of lighting. It's also useful for pulling out details across the dynamic range as you have done here. Well done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGTLH Posted January 12, 2018 Author Report Share Posted January 12, 2018 1 minute ago, twangster said: Nice shots! Fisheye is fun isn't it? I too do all post processing in Lightroom. HDR is particularly useful around windows in the day and cruise ships have lots of windows with a high range of lighting. It's also useful for pulling out details across the dynamic range as you have done here. Well done! Too fun, now I want to procure one of my own (not wanting to shell out for what I rented). Guess it is research time. Just happy that I stumbled upon the setting in camera that showed I could do a seven shot bracket. Had been only doing a three and manually going - to +. Very big lesson at times, RTFM! twangster 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted January 12, 2018 Report Share Posted January 12, 2018 1 minute ago, CGTLH said: Too fun, now I want to procure one of my own (not wanting to shell out for what I rented). Guess it is research time. Just happy that I stumbled upon the setting in camera that showed I could do a seven shot bracket. Had been only doing a three and manually going - to +. Very big lesson at times, RTFM! If you are going to pull the fisheye trigger, also search for 'Hemi defish'. It's a Lightroom or Photoshop plug in filter from IMADIO that can mostly de-fish a fisheye. https://imadio.com/products/prodpage_hemi.aspx Sometimes fisheye is cool, sometimes they warp natural curves and lines in a strange way. I often de-fish photos and you end up with an unbelievably wide angle photo with little distortion. Sometimes I just let a fisheye image stand on its own. It's useful tool to have sometimes. Like a fisheye there are times to use it and times not to. IMO the filter works better in Photoshop compared to Lightroom since you can see the effect immediately and undo/redo it. In Lightroom it's an output filter that generates a new file that you have to open to see the result. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Floski Posted January 12, 2018 Report Share Posted January 12, 2018 Sometimes, when you guys get to talking, I feel like this I feel like such a noob... rjac, CGTLH and Skigoofy 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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