ellcee Posted October 13, 2018 Report Share Posted October 13, 2018 Let's just say this - I DO NOT use this word outside of this site but YOLO. This cruise was my bonus trip for the year after reading all of your lovely blogs and seeing your amazing pictures. I was supposed to visit a friend in Texas but we couldn't go this year so I booked this for myself. I've traveled alone before and booked a solo room before but this is my first true solo cruise. It's also my last cruise for probably a long time. I have a big land based Italy trip next year which is my #1 bucket list trip. I've always wanted to go to Bermuda - in the late 70's (just dated myself but it was the LATE 70's) my aunt and uncle left from NY to Bermuda. At that time you were allowed to bring guests on the ship before it left so my mom, two cousins and myself got to board. There is an amazing picture of us at the shipyard - bell bottoms and a ton of hair. I have a vague memory of waving goodbye to my aunt and uncle and streamers all over (environment, whaaaat) and remember smiling for the picture. They brought us pink sand in a bottle when they came back, since then I've always wanted to go. It's my #2 bucket list trip. Bringing my new DLSR camera so I can practice for Italy. I'll probably forget half the time as I usually do. I'll likely update Instagram (Islalay76) and wait to upload the other picture when I get home. I'm VERY green on the DLSR - Nikon 3400 Refreshment package and I'm bringing 2 bottles of wine on board. Ultimate Dining Package and Chef's Table. I've only been to Izumi in the past so this should be fun. If there is anything you want to know or see let me know. Periscope is NoBadWords (I'm a tv censor, it's a joke) but I'm not really comfortable on it so not sure I will use. So thank you all for giving me the courage to book a solo cruise.....YOLO! firebuck, accio7, cruiselife and 6 others 8 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellcee Posted October 13, 2018 Author Report Share Posted October 13, 2018 Dropped pup off last night and passed out on the couch before 9. I haven’t been sleeping all week. This is my first time playing with the camera and Luna is my favorite subject. It only took a half hour to figure out how to get the picture from my camera to anywhere else. Lovetocruise2002, accio7, twangster and 8 others 6 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweety Posted October 13, 2018 Report Share Posted October 13, 2018 Beautiful dog. Have an awesome time. We went to Bermuda in June. I did a big land tour in Italy years ago. You have a wonderful trip planned for next year. ellcee 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firebuck Posted October 13, 2018 Report Share Posted October 13, 2018 Following! Happy cruise day - have a wonderful cruise!! ellcee 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
henrysea13 Posted October 13, 2018 Report Share Posted October 13, 2018 following I just got off a solo on the brilliance I had a blast even had a solo cabin which was quite adequate hope you have a great time cruiselife, ellcee, accio7 and 1 other 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JLMoran Posted October 13, 2018 Report Share Posted October 13, 2018 Looking forward to seeing you on board, @ellcee! accio7 and ellcee 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boston Babe Posted October 13, 2018 Report Share Posted October 13, 2018 Wishing you a most fabulous trip!! We were to Bermuda twice this year, going again in May. You will love it! I pray the seas are kind and the weather for you! Will be following! Bon Voyage!!! ellcee and accio7 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boston Babe Posted October 13, 2018 Report Share Posted October 13, 2018 Just now, JLMoran said: Looking forward to seeing you on board, Have a fabulous time Joe! I hope you and your wife really are able to relax. Can't wait to hear all about it!! ellcee 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted October 13, 2018 Report Share Posted October 13, 2018 Following! Safe travels! ellcee 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellcee Posted October 13, 2018 Author Report Share Posted October 13, 2018 Arrived at 10:30. Busyyyyyyyyy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Traveler Posted October 13, 2018 Report Share Posted October 13, 2018 Have a wonderful cruise, looks like a very nice vacation. ellcee 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susie Posted October 13, 2018 Report Share Posted October 13, 2018 @ellcee I don't know this is your SOLO cruise. I always said to my husband and son that my truly vacay will be by myself somewhere. LOL, this gives me an idea but not sure will ever happen. Let see how their reaction when I ask them " Can I take a solo cruise?". Be safe and have fun on your trip. Post some pictures. I will be on Anthem in 5 weeks. ellcee and accio7 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAAAYTOOO Posted October 13, 2018 Report Share Posted October 13, 2018 All of you have a WONDERFUL cruise. I just got back from Bermuda. So beautiful. I always say that the color of the water in Bermuda was the biggest surprise. I think the water in Bermuda is more beautiful than anywhere I have been in the Caribbean. Such an incredible color. ...and there is nothing like the view from the ship when you are at King's Wharf. Just lovely. accio7, Boston Babe, ellcee and 1 other 1 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guy Gadwa Posted October 13, 2018 Report Share Posted October 13, 2018 Following. I hope you have a great time! ellcee 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisinUngs Posted October 13, 2018 Report Share Posted October 13, 2018 Following along Anthem is our first cruise at the end of nov. Loved your harmony blog and can’t wait to see anthem from your POV. Have a blast! ellcee 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellcee Posted October 13, 2018 Author Report Share Posted October 13, 2018 The ship is gorgeous. Everything still looks so new. My room is perfect for what it is and I have a virtual balcony. All of my dinner reservations have been made except for my last sea day, it was easy to do as I walked in. Made my way to the spa and made a hair appointment for tomorrow night. If anyone remembers last time they screwed it up so this is try #2. YOLO twangster, Lovetocruise2002, accio7 and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaryS Posted October 13, 2018 Report Share Posted October 13, 2018 Have a wonderful time in Bermuda! I did my first solo cruise to Bermuda on the Summit in May and had the best time. accio7 and ellcee 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted October 13, 2018 Report Share Posted October 13, 2018 Following! Have a great cruise! ellcee 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WannaCruise Posted October 13, 2018 Report Share Posted October 13, 2018 Following. So nice you are going on Bermuda cruise after all these years. Love hearing how you were able to go onboard to visit before they sailed and the streamers like on tv. Have a great cruise. ellcee 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SolariumSnoozer Posted October 14, 2018 Report Share Posted October 14, 2018 Following, love Bermuda you will have a great time. accio7 and ellcee 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellcee Posted October 14, 2018 Author Report Share Posted October 14, 2018 Ran into @JLMoran in the spa. Went to the gym to walk on the treadmill a bit while watching Lady Liberty. Have a killer headache for the past two days, have migraine Meds but doesn’t really feel like that. Singles trivia was group trivia so I got a drink (habanero grapefruit daiquiri) and left. Went to Izumi for dinner and got spicy crispy tuna and spicy ramen. It was good, not as good as Harmony’s Izumi but the service was top notch. It was good enough that I’ll likely go back at least once more before I leave. I didn’t need the $35 allowance, I was good with what I ordered. Headed to Cafe Promenade for cookies...Royal Caribbean has the best cookies, not always amazing other desserts but the cookies are my favorite! I have reservations for The Gift but not sure I feel like it. It’s been a long day and I’d like a shower, book and my bed. Btw- bed is great as is. Firm but not painful. (Harmony was crazy hard and needed a mattress pad). Time to find the Coke Machine for some seltzer... Skigoofy, Deedeelynn, Lovetocruise2002 and 3 others 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellcee Posted October 14, 2018 Author Report Share Posted October 14, 2018 Day 1 step count 20,600. JLMoran and accio7 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellcee Posted October 14, 2018 Author Report Share Posted October 14, 2018 Milk choices in LaPatisserie Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellcee Posted October 14, 2018 Author Report Share Posted October 14, 2018 Morning. Time change one hour ahead. My iPhone does not automatically change cruiselife, firebuck, twangster and 3 others 5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VACruiser Posted October 14, 2018 Report Share Posted October 14, 2018 I am really sorry you have a killer headache @ellcee I know how those can be and can ruin a day. It may be barometric changes that are giving you the headaches. If you have any storms around that can mess with your sinus cavity giving headaches. If that is the case you may want to try Excedrin as it opens the capillaries in the brain. Never know but if the Migraine meds aren't working you may want to give something else a try. I am very susceptible to barometric changes and get headaches if it changes too rapidly. Just a thought. I hope you feel better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisinUngs Posted October 14, 2018 Report Share Posted October 14, 2018 Oooo you’re trying the salon again. Fingers crossed you have a better experience! Hope your migraine goes away. accio7 and ellcee 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellcee Posted October 14, 2018 Author Report Share Posted October 14, 2018 Thank you so much @Tim B. They suck. Advil did the trick this time. I was prescribed Immitrex recently but haven’t used it yet. My last migraine knocked me out for 48 hours, totally get it. Woke up fine! Boston Babe and accio7 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted October 14, 2018 Report Share Posted October 14, 2018 2 hours ago, ellcee said: Milk choices in LaPatisserie Did I miss something all along or is that "lactose free" option new??? I distinctly remember asking the last few cruises for lactose free and they always have said that they only have almond and soy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VACruiser Posted October 14, 2018 Report Share Posted October 14, 2018 19 minutes ago, ellcee said: Thank you so much @Tim B. They suck. Advil did the trick this time. I was prescribed Immitrex recently but haven’t used it yet. My last migraine knocked me out for 48 hours, totally get it. Woke up fine! I am so glad that worked. Now enjoy the rest of the cruise. I have become very in-tuned to rapid barometric changes. A large incoming storm can really give me bad headaches. ellcee 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellcee Posted October 14, 2018 Author Report Share Posted October 14, 2018 @Lovetocruise2002 exactly why I took the picture! Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted October 14, 2018 Report Share Posted October 14, 2018 Just now, ellcee said: @Lovetocruise2002 exactly why I took the picture! This is perfect for my next cruise and going forward! Sometimes I feel I don't get full worth from the drink packages because I am limited to what specialty coffees taste good with soy milk. I am so excited! Thanks so much for posting that! ellcee and Boston Babe 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellcee Posted October 14, 2018 Author Report Share Posted October 14, 2018 Kummelweck sandwich better on Anthem. Roast beef was less fatty and more tender. Now I get it. Traveler, Susie, accio7 and 2 others 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susie Posted October 14, 2018 Report Share Posted October 14, 2018 44 minutes ago, ellcee said: Kummelweck sandwich better on Anthem. Roast beef was less fatty and more tender. Now I get it. Thank you to confirm this. I hear a lot about this famous Kummelweck sandwich on Anthem. Where I can get it on Anthem? At cafe 270? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellcee Posted October 14, 2018 Author Report Share Posted October 14, 2018 1 hour ago, Susie said: Where I can get it on Anthem? At cafe 270? Yes! Susie 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted October 14, 2018 Report Share Posted October 14, 2018 1 hour ago, ellcee said: Kummelweck sandwich better on Anthem. Roast beef was less fatty and more tender. Now I get it. Agree on that one. I have never wanted to try the Kummelweck until Anthem. Hubby started eating them way back when Oasis first came out with Park Cafe and it always looked way too fatty for my liking. I had one almost every day on Anthem. ellcee 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
accio7 Posted October 14, 2018 Report Share Posted October 14, 2018 Following, looking forward to reading your live blog Bermuda is definitely on my cruise bucket list, will book either this itinerary or Southern Caribbean for December 2020! Glad to hear that your migraine improved, @ellcee ellcee 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellcee Posted October 15, 2018 Author Report Share Posted October 15, 2018 The food, outside of the Kümmel weck , has been good but nothing special. Just went to Chops- ho-lee-shit. Perfect. The filet was amazing. The tuna carpaccio, so good. Mushrooms and tots- soooo good. They have Red Velvet so I’m happy. This meal was worth the extra $$$ twangster, Lovetocruise2002 and accio7 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellcee Posted October 15, 2018 Author Report Share Posted October 15, 2018 hair appt- fine. Loved the girl but nothing I couldn’t have done. Good but nothing special. 18.5k steps. Not bad for a sea day. Lovetocruise2002, Boston Babe, accio7 and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Floski Posted October 15, 2018 Report Share Posted October 15, 2018 Keep on keepin' on!!! ellcee 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellcee Posted October 15, 2018 Author Report Share Posted October 15, 2018 Today was real test for me but saying that it was a very good day. We docked in Bermuda this morning. Of course I cannot find my tour group. I found another woman from the same company and between her and a ton of helpful people - nothing. $144 and not to be found. Juanita from Viator is a trip and let me join her group, and even though I paid again (less but still) she and her group were worth it. I’ll have to deal with this later when I’m home. Then I lose my sea pass. Honestly, that wound up being a hiccup, an annoying one but still very simple. Just had to go through extra security from Bermuda to the ship and then a few extra moments at the ship. I’m hoping that’s all for today because I’m still in a very good mood and would like to stay that way. Bermuda is amazing. Beautiful. Clean. Friendly. Tomorrow hopefully beach day. Jamie’s tonight. twangster, Lovetocruise2002 and accio7 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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