WAAAYTOOO Posted November 1, 2018 Report Share Posted November 1, 2018 The costumes are incredible. I am so envious of people with the combination of imagination and talent. I have neither... accio7 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted November 1, 2018 Author Report Share Posted November 1, 2018 I think I found a new piece of tech on the ship. In the app I noticed an icon so being the curious person I am had to push the button. That brought up my camera as if I was supposed to scan something with my phone. So off to deck 12 I went! There I found a headless Captain. Beside the artwork is the symbol I was sent to seek. This launches a sequence where you seem to be zooming through walls and the cabins in between where you are standing and the bridge, then you are presented a live camera on the bridge. Here is a video that shows it in action: Unfortunately it seems to be a work in progress and not stable. It works at times and other times it doesn't. Cool idea though. mworkman, JLMoran, accio7 and 6 others 8 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted November 1, 2018 Author Report Share Posted November 1, 2018 Day 5 - Sea Day Time change this morning (and for the next four nights). I awoke and wanting to check the time I found the ship time in Royal app had the right time but the itinerary channel on RCTV was still on the old time. Seas have calmed a bit. Temperature warmer at 66°F. Sunrise was nothing special. I needed to kill some time before Johnny Rockets opened for breakfast so I walked the track on deck 5. Like Harmony there are two viewing areas forward of the life boats. One has shuffle board The other has ping pong tables. Needing to wait a few more minutes before JR opened I found an empty Promenade. On each Oasis sister this artwork is a little different: Dazzles was empty. With that it was time for breakfast. Neaxan, mworkman, cruiselife and 7 others 8 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted November 1, 2018 Author Report Share Posted November 1, 2018 After breakfast the sun was shining which has been rare on this cruise so far. On deck 7 port I found several chairs on the aft deck right below the first Aqua Theater suite balcony. I can't recall if her sisters featured this somewhat hidden public deck or not. Skigoofy, Deedeelynn, Lovetocruise2002 and 6 others 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted November 1, 2018 Author Report Share Posted November 1, 2018 They are adding a cover over the Solarium Bar. I guess in the rain this bar has become wet. I'm surprised they didn't think of this during planning and design. At any rate they installed the structure of the cover, cutting up ceramic tile flooring and anchoring the four corner posts to the floor. For the first few days the stairs down to the lower level of the Solarium and pool access was closed. Given the weather that hasn't been a big deal. At least now the stairs and pool are open again. Guy Gadwa, GoodSmith, accio7 and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carlos A. Posted November 1, 2018 Report Share Posted November 1, 2018 On 10/29/2018 at 9:01 AM, twangster said: I went to Boleros to see if I could trade in a previous Wow band. My old one had a muster station printed on it. On Anthem they would not allow me to trade in my Wow band and required me to purchase a new one because the muster station from Harmony was different than my Anthem muster station. I was pleased to discover that Symphony accepted my old "Muster Station E2" Wow band and gave me a new one that has no muster station on it. No charge. On Harmony they sold me a WOW band with a complete different Muster Station than mine. I told them and they couldn't care less about it. They should had activated your band on Anthem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted November 1, 2018 Report Share Posted November 1, 2018 1 hour ago, twangster said: The other has ping pong tables. I don't think Harmony had ping pong tables.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted November 1, 2018 Report Share Posted November 1, 2018 25 minutes ago, Matt said: I don't think Harmony had ping pong tables.... I think they did near the sports area...near the living room and mini bites Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiny260 Posted November 1, 2018 Report Share Posted November 1, 2018 35 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: I think they did near the sports area...near the living room and mini bites Agree, but it been 2 years and I'm old... Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted November 1, 2018 Report Share Posted November 1, 2018 Just now, tiny260 said: Agree, but it been 2 years and I'm old... It was there in August 2017 but could have moved by now...I am getting old too...lol tiny260 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted November 1, 2018 Author Report Share Posted November 1, 2018 2 hours ago, carlosalonsor said: On Harmony they sold me a WOW band with a complete different Muster Station than mine. I told them and they couldn't care less about it. They should had activated your band on Anthem. Anthem wouldn't do a trade or activate them with the wrong muster. In fact I was changing cabins on a B2B and they were very specific, If I had a different muster station on the 2nd leg, I'd have to buy yet another Wow band. Consequently I was very happy to get generic non-muster Wow bands on Symphony so I can use them on Anthem if I sail her again. 54 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: I think they did near the sports area...near the living room and mini bites Right. I was referring to the deck 5 viewing areas that are off the running track. On Harmony I thought there was just seating there. I was surprised to see ping pong tables at this location on Symphony. I like it, no wind, low traffic. Given how Oasis class kind of suffers from a lack sea view access, it's great to see them utilizing these areas for more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted November 1, 2018 Author Report Share Posted November 1, 2018 Day 5 - Dinner My Time Dining So far I've split my dining in two different sections of the deck 4 MDR. They do try to keep you with the same wait staff but some times that just isn't possible. Both wait staff in both sections have been very good. Arugula & Radicchio Salad. Very tasty. Chicken Cordon Bleu The lady at the table next to me had ordered the Chicken Cordon Bleu and it looked quite nice when she received it so I went with it. Mine must have been on the upper rack of the oven closer to the heat. It looked well done, burnt a little and as if it was butterflied then the top piece unceremoniously dropped on the bottom piece of chicken. Even the ham within had burnt edges. No dessert tonight, I am not a big dessert person and simply can't do dessert night after night. I understand cooking for thousands has challenges and I suffered from that tonight. The salad was the highlight of this meal. cruiselife, Guy Gadwa, JLMoran and 4 others 6 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted November 1, 2018 Author Report Share Posted November 1, 2018 Top Tier Event - Main Theater The Top Tier event was split into two sessions to accommodate the numbers involved. Three loyalty ambassadors on board. They took all the cruise points for all C&A guests on board and added them up. When summed, 781,230 collective points, which equates to "2,140 years of cruising experience crossing the Atlantic" as she phrased it. 4,552 C&A members on board. Gold - 739 Platinum - 576 Emerald - 421 Diamond - 1,347 Diamond Plus - 1,242 Pinnacle - 227 Five couples became Pinnacle on the cruise. Over 400 crystal blocks awarded. There are so many they will need to distribute them over several days. As she put it, once the blocks disembark with their guests the ship will rise in the water there are so many blocks going home. The Captain gave a nice speech and many senior officers joined him on stage. He joked "I know what you are thinking, if we are all here..." Loyalty pays. JLMoran, GoodSmith, Guy Gadwa and 4 others 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted November 1, 2018 Author Report Share Posted November 1, 2018 The second weather and course update on RCTV was made available today. In it the Captain explains the factors that can influence the feeling of motion on a ship. I've always known there is more to it that "big wind means big waves means motion" and Captain Rob did a good job explaining it here. As a cruise geek I love that they take the time and effort to make these videos available on RCTV. Lovetocruise2002, accio7, Matt and 3 others 4 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted November 1, 2018 Author Report Share Posted November 1, 2018 Our progress... Time as I post this nearly 10pm on ship, 6pm in NYC. We gain another hour tonight at 2am. GoodSmith and accio7 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoodSmith Posted November 1, 2018 Report Share Posted November 1, 2018 Didn't know Johnny Rockets breakfast is included in the cruise fare. Also so many people boarded the ship prepared with their Halloween costumes! Captain Rob videos are superb! Gives another dimension to living this blog. But how does someone get a glass block? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjac Posted November 1, 2018 Report Share Posted November 1, 2018 2 minutes ago, GoodSmith said: But how does someone get a glass block Have to cruise A LOT! I believe Pinnacle + qualifies you for a block. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted November 1, 2018 Author Report Share Posted November 1, 2018 4 hours ago, GoodSmith said: Didn't know Johnny Rockets breakfast is included in the cruise fare. Also so many people boarded the ship prepared with their Halloween costumes! Captain Rob videos are superb! Gives another dimension to living this blog. But how does someone get a glass block? JR breakfast on Oasis class only. Crystal blocks are earned starting at 140 points in the loyalty program, the Crown and Anchor Society. After 140 points it's every 70 thereafter. accio7 and GoodSmith 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAAAYTOOO Posted November 2, 2018 Report Share Posted November 2, 2018 Sorry, but whatever a radicchio is, it looks vile. I’m sure it tasted better than it looked ! ellcee and Deedeelynn 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted November 2, 2018 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2018 Day 5 - Late Night I thought I'd check out some smoother music in Jazz on 4. The Kellough-Carter Jazz Experience were playing. Very good. Thirsty for more I had a very good Mojito in Boleros with some latin dance music courtesy of Latino Heat. Time for bed, but a quick look to see what was on the menu tonight at Sorrento's I resisted and made it back to my cabin without any more pizza in my belly. Sweety, Guy Gadwa, Skigoofy and 5 others 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted November 2, 2018 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2018 Day 6 - Sea Day A quick morning update. Beautiful day, calm seas, sunny and 72°F. Our progress... Cruise distance 1,689 nm I need to get just a little bit of work completed then I'll head up to check out the pool deck. Guy Gadwa, JLMoran, Matt and 5 others 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted November 2, 2018 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2018 It looks like we are headed to the new world. What have you guys done to Miami while we've been gone? GoodSmith, Guy Gadwa, accio7 and 7 others 1 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boston Babe Posted November 2, 2018 Report Share Posted November 2, 2018 23 hours ago, twangster said: I thought you were going to say clowns. No that's me! Clowns are evil!! LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boston Babe Posted November 2, 2018 Report Share Posted November 2, 2018 I think that's Miami Ohio?? LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted November 2, 2018 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2018 Day 6 Update Glorious day here somewhere in the Atlantic. A perfect 72°F with little humidity. Winds are from aft so with our forward motion there is very little 'felt' wind across the deck. With blue skies and full sun I took the opportunity to take some pictures. Like Harmony there are port and starboard bridge wings. Port side features 'King of the World' like Harmony with a glass floor looking straight down to the sea. Onward, straight to America! The view aft: Starboard bridge wing. Lovetocruise2002, Deedeelynn, GoodSmith and 3 others 5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted November 2, 2018 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2018 This is the busiest I have seen the Solarium. With the new layout it does feel a little smaller than Harmony's Solarium. In some ways it's more open yet seating seems less to me. I'll have to sail Harmony again to compare . The hard glass/plastic ceiling works better than's Harmony's vinyl ceiling. The pool on the lower level has a glass front with rippling water flowing over the face of the base. The Solarium Bar remains closed due to construction. Neaxan, JLMoran, Deedeelynn and 5 others 7 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted November 2, 2018 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2018 Hooked entrance. Hooked has a nightly happy hour. For $10 you get a drink and an appetizer. accio7, Matt, Guy Gadwa and 4 others 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted November 2, 2018 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2018 It's 5 o'clock somewhere. That makes it time for a Kraken Lavaflow. Paper straw. Matt, accio7, Guy Gadwa and 4 others 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted November 2, 2018 Report Share Posted November 2, 2018 1 hour ago, twangster said: Hooked has a nightly happy hour. For $10 you get a drink and an appetizer. Can you grab a photo of the sign that advertises this, along with maybe the appetizer menu? I think this would be a great blog post. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted November 2, 2018 Report Share Posted November 2, 2018 2 hours ago, twangster said: Glorious day here somewhere in the Atlantic. A perfect 72°F with little humidity. Enjoy it! Looks amazing. It's record high temps and lots of humidity here in Miami today Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted November 2, 2018 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2018 3 hours ago, Matt said: Can you grab a photo of the sign that advertises this, along with maybe the appetizer menu? I think this would be a great blog post. No menu. The appetizer with the happy hour special is fixed for the night. You have to ask. Crab cakes, lobster, raw oysters, etc. It rotates, but not published. Matt 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Cruise Junkie Posted November 2, 2018 Report Share Posted November 2, 2018 @twangster How Many People Are At The Flowrider And Can You Take Photo Of The Flowrider Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heffy2 Posted November 2, 2018 Report Share Posted November 2, 2018 This is my first ever post on this wonderful site. Thank you SO much for taking the time for this awesome live blog! henrysea13 and twangster 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted November 2, 2018 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2018 1 minute ago, heffy2 said: This is my first ever post on this wonderful site. Thank you SO much for taking the time for this awesome live blog! Welcome to the message boards! cruisestuff 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted November 2, 2018 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2018 Day 6 - continued... Tempted by the Hooked Happy Hour I headed there at 5pm. The deck 16 elevator lobby view towards Central Park. Hooked has a bar in the center flanked by seating on port and starboard. The bar is a full service bar and on this night it honored Diamond Happy Hour drinks but I was more intrigued by the Hooked Happy Hour offer. For $10 you can have the nightly happy hour appetizer and a beer or glass of wine. Tonight's appetizer was 6 raw oysters. The happy hour appetizer changes from night to night. Oysters aren't my thing so I passed. The bar is open to the public as any bar on the ship is. Given the lack of bars that have an outside view on Oasis class in general this is great bar albeit a little on the small side once the masses find it. Here is the regular Hooked dinner menu: Wine list: Lovetocruise2002, accio7, The Cruise Junkie and 5 others 6 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted November 2, 2018 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2018 Finally a sunset worth taking pictures of. What's better than a great sunset? A great sunset the largest cruise ship in the world! accio7, Matt, Guy Gadwa and 8 others 9 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted November 2, 2018 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2018 It was time to head to dinner and I always try to find an excuse to pass through Central Park. Tonight was no different. JLMoran, Traveler, Neaxan and 8 others 10 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted November 2, 2018 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2018 Day 6 - Dinner My Time Dining Greek Salad Roasted Veal Medallions Citrus Berries Cheesecake Food and service were both great tonight. Guy Gadwa, JLMoran, Lovetocruise2002 and 5 others 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted November 2, 2018 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2018 On 11/2/2018 at 5:35 PM, Twangster Fan said: @twangster How Many People Are At The Flowrider And Can You Take Photo Of The Flowrider Here you go... GoodSmith, Guy Gadwa, The Cruise Junkie and 1 other 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjac Posted November 2, 2018 Report Share Posted November 2, 2018 So, when are you going to do a selfie? Your photos are superb, but, the gang here wants to see the guy behind the camera/smart phone! accio7, The Cruise Junkie, Neaxan and 2 others 2 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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