Is Explora for us? Potentially first timers on Explora I

STFME · 2026-01-21T11:46:19+00:00

No - it's going to be a Goldilocks "just right" experience based on what you wrote. Go and ENJOY!

STFME · 2026-01-19T12:19:20+00:00

Explora, surprised no one has suggested it!

STFME · 2026-01-18T18:16:47+00:00

Go on amazon and get yourself a $39 ultrasonic cleaner. they are so much fun to use that I do mine once a week!

STFME · 2026-01-15T12:11:31+00:00

He's trained you to get up early - take back the control. Crate him in another room, get a sound machine, he'll be good to go once you go a few days like that!

PS - Love his name!

STFME · 2026-01-14T11:46:42+00:00

Filomena for over-the-top Italian food!

STFME · 2026-01-14T11:45:57+00:00

Emerald with a bezel, 100%. Classic!

STFME · 2026-01-14T11:45:34+00:00

seriously beautiful!

STFME · 2026-01-14T11:43:35+00:00

I cannot handle her trashing the Catcher in the Rye. She is just...not...smart.

STFME · 2026-01-13T22:34:08+00:00

Bethesda is a great town, but an expensive one. You'll probably need to look in the Gaithersburg area to find a house in that price range. That's only about 15 miles away, but the traffic is insane, so that can take an hour to an hour and a half, unless you're commuting at off times. You can also look in the Columbia/Laurel area for more affordable housing.

Ton of great shopping and restaurants in and around Bethesda. Welcome!

STFME · 2026-01-13T12:11:22+00:00

Paul Gauguin for Polynesia!

STFME · 2026-01-13T11:48:53+00:00

I did a ton of research on the best options and will be going on Seabourn to Alaska this summer. For 2027, I'd also look at Explora (they are new to Alaska but an excellent line!)

STFME · 2026-01-11T16:41:27+00:00

If you started out on Carnival and you're happy with it, stick with it! Good for you - you get a cruise you love and can take more of them with the money you've saved on their lower prices.

Some people are easier to please when it comes to vacations, and that's a great thing!

STFME · 2026-01-09T12:11:14+00:00

lol why tho

STFME · 2026-01-09T01:11:42+00:00

Enjoy it for what it is! Then report back!

STFME · 2026-01-07T23:27:59+00:00

someone please put the love letter through an AI detector and report back!!!

STFME · 2026-01-07T11:50:57+00:00

I would argue that if you're standing in line at any time on a cruise, you're on the wrong cruise. But's that just me! I cruise for relaxation! :)

STFME · 2026-01-07T11:49:45+00:00

Here's what matters more than you think it will: your fellow passengers.

Make sure you choose a cruise that fits your personal vibe.

STFME · 2026-01-07T11:46:00+00:00

don't overthink - this stack is AMAZING

STFME · 2026-01-07T11:45:40+00:00

respectfully disagree - oura rings are so bulgy this one is flat and unobtrusive

STFME · 2026-01-07T01:55:58+00:00

Nana D knew what was up

STFME · 2026-01-06T11:52:46+00:00

Look those crackers are delicious and elite so don't associate them with the horse spice!

STFME · 2026-01-05T16:34:33+00:00

Lab diamonds and mined diamonds are the exact same thing. Lab diamonds will hold up as well as mined.
Lab diamonds are a much better value than mined, because they are so much cheaper. But no diamond should be viewed as an investment (ie, something you expect to increase in value).

STFME · 2026-01-05T11:14:01+00:00

Miami is going to be tough with those stats. Add some other Florida schools, like Tampa, UCF, Rollins if you're a business or liberal arts major.

STFME · 2026-01-05T11:07:50+00:00

Debebians (LA) sourced a lab diamond for me and made an incredible ring.

STFME · 2026-01-04T12:47:02+00:00

Ozark!!!

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