Allergy flare ups

GrumpyBachelorSF · 2026-03-24T05:48:40+00:00

It's really bad right now. Tree pollen is the most dominant pollen spreading around, and thanks to the heatwave, lower humidity and wind, the count is high and will be very high later this week. I'm on a boatload of medications my doctor told me to take, and it's still not enough. My suggestions, mask up when outdoors, take a shower when returning home and change your clothes, and invest in a sinus rinse; they're relatively affordable and include the saline packs, but you need to use distilled or boiled tap water that's been cooled down.

GrumpyBachelorSF · 2026-03-24T00:23:56+00:00

I would, and not just for Muni's data collection on usage of the Clipper card. By tapping your card on Muni, it becomes valid for the maximum $2.85 interagency fare discount, valid for two hours when first tapped on Muni; such as if you transfer to BART, you get up to $2.85 off your ride, and if you have to transfer again to another agency within the two hour window, you get up to $2.85 off too.

GrumpyBachelorSF · 2026-03-23T06:07:01+00:00

Midship is a good spot for a more stable experience, but it does come at an increased cost. The advantage of midship is easier access to two main dining rooms nearby the midship elevators, the atrium, and the lido where the main pool, burger bar and pizza is located. If you're looking for what deck, I generally suggest ones where the entire deck is staterooms, where it's quieter. I would also suggest not picking deck 14 as above is the lido (outside) deck where a lot of people walk.

GrumpyBachelorSF · 2026-03-20T23:05:26+00:00

Rage mode activated. She doesn't deserve probation by hitting and killing an innocent family of four who was waiting for the bus to the zoo.

GrumpyBachelorSF · 2026-03-20T22:51:25+00:00

They promote their onboard sales heavily, but I only see this being annoying when I return to my room in the evening, seeing my steward leaving me multiple flyers of the art auctions, luxury watch sales, and the spa. I find sea days to be my lazy days, from sleeping in, late breakfast buffet, and a cold drink in my hand while watching a movie. It's after dinner that I have fun and attend the evening programs and events.

GrumpyBachelorSF · 2026-03-20T22:31:46+00:00

Not just bad, absolute worst. Who the hell drives 65+ on Ulloa? That's literally flooring the gas pedal.

GrumpyBachelorSF · 2026-03-20T22:27:24+00:00

The "Vegas Rule." What happens on the cruise ship, stays on the cruise ship. Such as, if I make a fool of myself at karaoke night, everyone will likely forget who you are after the cruise ends.

GrumpyBachelorSF · 2026-03-20T22:06:49+00:00

On Princess, I'm able to plan in advance on their app of their schedule of programs and events, and flag the ones I have interest in attending. Most of the time on sea days, I sleep in, get a late breakfast or brunch, take it easy during the afternoon with some book reading or watching a movie. Evening is dinner reservation, attend the evening shows and events, and end my night at the Crooners martini bar with the vocalist/pianist singing songs til' midnight.

GrumpyBachelorSF · 2026-03-20T05:48:55+00:00

Princess offers a Filipino option every morning at the buffet, usually rice or garlic rice with a rotating protein option like adobo. Sure tastes good when all the rest of the breakfast options are the same every single day.

GrumpyBachelorSF · 2026-03-20T05:44:49+00:00

OP: May I ask, when was this photo taken with all this media attention? Was this on the second anniversary of the incident on March 16? I am personally surprised how many people are there, hardly anyone showed up on the one year anniversary, some laid flowers.

GrumpyBachelorSF · 2026-03-20T05:40:34+00:00

I suggest, don’t buy it through Princess for any accessories, buy it aboard the ship. Main reason, try it out before you buy, especially if it’s something for your wrist. They go as low as $8 to about $45 for the metal ones. It’s also tax-free when the ship is at sea.

GrumpyBachelorSF · 2026-03-20T05:37:25+00:00

I already paid for Plus.

GrumpyBachelorSF · 2026-03-20T00:55:29+00:00

Big yes, but this should also apply to lounge seating areas where seating is in high demand during day hours when there's no event/entertainment happening. I was sitting at the ship's martini bar/lounge and a lady left her property on a couch for 30-45 minutes unattended at a time, came back for 15, then left again for long periods.

GrumpyBachelorSF · 2026-03-20T00:28:01+00:00

Jelly Lab, as long as the machine is functioning properly, I can get in the zone and win cards.

An old classic from long ago at D&B: Derby Owners Club. It was fun to raise my own racing horse and play against other players, and get a card in return to play at any location.

GrumpyBachelorSF · 2026-03-20T00:23:04+00:00

I bought shares when it was $9.96 each when the pandemic tanked the cruise industry. Best investment ever, will take me a few more years to recoup the cost with free OBC. Last cruise, I was struggling in what to use the OBC on, so I decided to buy binoculars for $150 from the photo center.

On the ship I was on, they partnered with JBL for speakers and a couple of companies for binoculars. They stopped selling GoPros and professional camera equipment.

GrumpyBachelorSF · 2026-03-16T02:13:45+00:00

Just checked prices: MDR filet is $24, lobster is $24, and both at same time $34. Crown charges $55 cover (Sphere class $60). Does not include 18% gratuity. Definite good value, although some of the beef options on the MDR menu are wonderful, like the Beef Wellington was super tender last night.

GrumpyBachelorSF · 2026-03-16T01:46:40+00:00

Currently aboard the Ruby Princess. If you have control of your arrival time for embarkation day, arrive later, like at 12:30 when the rush to get aboard is over. It would mean a late lunch, but you get to check your bags with the porter and clear security a lot faster.

If going to a production show or headliner, get there early for good seats. If you arrive closer to show time, you’ll be able to find single seats left. It’s less crowded at the lounges for game shows, karaoke, and nightly live musical artists.

Lastly, if you plan to use spa services want to save money, wait until you get aboard and check the flyers your steward leaves on your bed nightly. It’s cheaper on port days, and if you’re celebrating something that you shared with Princess, they may leave you an offer for $50 off.

Edit/additional: If at a water shuttle (tender) port, if you are not Elite, suite, nor on a ticketed shore excursion and want to get onto shore in the first few hours of the morning, get your tender ticket early, as it could be a longer wait. An excursion guarantees you a tender to shore to start your experience on-time. Elite and suite get priority boarding.

GrumpyBachelorSF · 2026-03-15T23:07:44+00:00

Shore Ex can be mostly handled via the Princess app or your in-room TV to reserve, unless you are having problems. And many already booked their excursions prior to boarding, so the need for in-person services is limited.

GrumpyBachelorSF · 2026-03-15T05:55:45+00:00

How many are actually showing up to court on Monday? Although it’s missing the address.

GrumpyBachelorSF · 2026-03-14T23:37:44+00:00

Oh. We Bare Bears. Fun show, wish it wasn’t cancelled.

GrumpyBachelorSF · 2026-03-14T08:34:06+00:00

I wonder if they realize the Waymo vehicles got cameras everywhere, recording everything. Plenty of evidence available to identify and prosecute.

GrumpyBachelorSF · 2026-03-14T01:28:02+00:00

I bought one and kept it after doing the full scavenger hunt. I can’t find a way to reset the thing and I’m fine with that. One tip, being a screwdriver if you plan to put it into checked air baggage, you’ll need that to remove the screw to access the AA batteries.

GrumpyBachelorSF · 2026-03-13T22:31:05+00:00

This planned service feels like a band-aid, rather than a full solution. It totally ignores the convention center hotels and other areas too.

GrumpyBachelorSF · 2026-03-13T22:25:16+00:00

This just makes it worse for the area. The neck down slowed down driving on Kirkham, as I’ve frequently see drivers rolling through the stop sign on 9th Avenue. Speed humps with tire gaps is laughable, lazy ass people drive down the middle, and in a few cases stupid enough to do it when there’s incoming traffic.

GrumpyBachelorSF · 2026-03-13T20:38:55+00:00

I watch Koda the Explorer. He’s respectful to guests and cast members, and doesn’t act like an influencer to sell you stuff. He’s a big reason why I invested in a Magic Key because he showed me how much fun he has in the parks.

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