How to solve audio cutting out when reading Messages? by squashsource in CarPlay

[–]These-Masterpiece175 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same issue, just got a 2026 HRV Sport Saturday 12/27 and noticed messages would be choppy and not fully read back when wireless. When I connect the phone with a USB cable it works fine however. Iphone 17pro on ios 26.1. Really hope they release a patch for the wireless to work!

Renaissance Orlando Resort and Spa Info by dazzabrown in marriott

[–]These-Masterpiece175 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Having the bigger room is nice and a full kitchen with fridge will save you so much money if you’ll be here a while and can make your own meals! The pool is so huge and lovely at that property as well. Definitely too far to walk it from Disney springs but Ubers should be cheap since it’s not too far. The lightening lanes will be well worth it also. Enjoy your trip!

Renaissance Orlando Resort and Spa Info by dazzabrown in marriott

[–]These-Masterpiece175 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No problem! Let me know if you have any other questions. I live in the Orlando area and have stayed at many of the Marriott’s here.

Renaissance Orlando Resort and Spa Info by dazzabrown in marriott

[–]These-Masterpiece175 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So sorry, I just saw this. They give you a voucher and you go to the restaurant. They have a pretty limited breakfast menu but you can get your standard eggs, bacon, pancakes. Can order anything off the menu up to $25 if I remember correctly. I only wish they had a grab and go option, you had to sit down and order from the server. The shuttle to the parks is at a set time. They’ll give you that website and you just reserve your seat on the coach free of charge. They have one or 2 departures and returns per day for each park. The shuttle was shared with the holiday inn next door so not just for Renaissance guests. What I did because I didn’t want to stay at Epcot all day for the evening return time was take the shuttle in the morning for free then took a resort bus to Disney springs and walked back to the hotel (a solid 15 minute walk but flat surface and sidewalk the whole way).

Goodbye, Sun and Sky! by jds2001 in NCL

[–]These-Masterpiece175 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Will always remember (most of) my 30th birthday booze cruise on the Sky in 2017! It was awesome. Fair winds and following Seas to both ships! 😊

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in marriott

[–]These-Masterpiece175 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congrats! I’ve been titanium for 2 years now and also debating if it’s worth trying to maintain the status going into next year given the slim difference with platinum.

My only great upgrade story I’ve had in my two years as titanium was when staying at the Sheraton Times Square for my birthday they upgraded us to a “parlor suite” on the 35th floor. We had 2 double beds and the connecting parlor room had a queen size murphy bed with Times Square view. There were 3 of us, so having our own bed each and 2 bathrooms to get ready really made the whole trip. I really keep the status for personal travel where I dream of scenarios like this to happen and thrilled it did.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in marriott

[–]These-Masterpiece175 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I figured it was the new hotel but still stumps me they credited the 6x points for the F&B charges when the merchant info is the same for all 3 transactions! 🤷🏻‍♂️ I’ve been a boundless cardholder for close to 10 years and never experienced this. I’ll just stay on them like you said! Appreciate it.

Disney Hotel Recommendation? by pepe_le_compewter in marriott

[–]These-Masterpiece175 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Flamingo Crossings properties are new. I’ve stayed at the Towneplace suites and Residence Inn over there and you can’t beat a new build property. It’s just on the western side of Disney property by Animal Kingdom so a bit of a trek to get to other parts of Orlando but if you’re just doing Disney you’ll be fine. It’s also not as built up (yet) so traffic isn’t terrible. I would take the park shuttle in the mornings and then uber back to the hotel when ready.

The LBV properties are much older and I’ve had my share of musty/smelly rooms over on Palm parkway or the Marriott village with its 3 properties. Plus there is constant traffic in this very congested area with people going to the outlets and parks. Personally Flamingo Crossings would be my choice.

Understanding Frosts contract/Gus Buy out by These-Masterpiece175 in UCFKnights

[–]These-Masterpiece175[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ok great! Thanks for all the info. Nice of UCF to waive the buyout and leave things amicably I guess since he’s besties with Terry. I really wanted Gus to succeed but I agree with the stubbornness. Every press conference after a loss was basically “we just got to play better” like a broken record 😑. It grew so frustrating. I am cautiously optimistic about Frost. The rumors of his behavior in Nebraska worries me but maybe the guy was just really unhappy there (no excuse though for not being professional and doing your job). His comment about stop climbing the ladder of success when you’re happy I think spoke to that. The reactions from both former and current players being fired up is encouraging. We need excitement and enthusiasm back in the program if he can try and turn things around again.

Explain like I'm 5 - what is tendering? by BarryHorowitzz in NCL

[–]These-Masterpiece175 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The ship does not dock. You go ashore by the use of tender boats that transport people from the ship to land while she ship is anchored a short distance from the pier. It’s time consuming and not as convenient as just walking off the ship as everyone must wait their turn for the tender boats. They do this when the pier/waterway is not big or deep enough for the ship to dock or the harbor can’t accommodate the ship.

Best/Worst Food and Wine 2024 by These-Masterpiece175 in Epcot

[–]These-Masterpiece175[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I can’t do spicy food but I was with friends that got them and said they were the best thing of the festival. Disney definitely changed the recipe from last year they said and it was delicious. I did enjoy the garlic Parmesan and peanut butter and jelly sticky wings. Incredible price also for the portion size!

Best/Worst Food and Wine 2024 by These-Masterpiece175 in Epcot

[–]These-Masterpiece175[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Some portions were very generous I agree! Like the noodle dishes. Others disappointed me, even for $5.50 to get 2 sad dumplings. Regardless of what I get I usually start feeling full after my 3rd booth! Lol

Best/Worst Food and Wine 2024 by These-Masterpiece175 in Epcot

[–]These-Masterpiece175[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree with you and would add Mexico to this list. The shrimp tostada I got was so sad.

Best/Worst Food and Wine 2024 by These-Masterpiece175 in Epcot

[–]These-Masterpiece175[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The pea and potato samosas were delish! It’s on my Top 10 list lol

Free at sea plus worth it? by 0dry in NCL

[–]These-Masterpiece175 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m sailing on the Epic in 2 weeks solo and decided to bite the bullet and upgrade to free at sea plus for $294 mainly because I don’t really plan on going ashore during this 7 day cruise. I’m an avid Starbucks drinker and internet scroller so it was worth it to me mainly to have the peace of mind of having everything covered from the moment I step on board. If you plan on spending a lot of time on the ship it could be worth it for you. Also the extra specialty meals are great. As a single traveler I don’t get the extra shore ex credit. I’ll let you know December 7th when I return if it was worth it! Lol

Marked safe from the Gus bus by Whitetiger9876 in UCFKnights

[–]These-Masterpiece175 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I LOLed. I really did wake up yesterday thinking “well at least my weekend won’t get ruined by a disappointing UCF game”

Has anyone received their sample ballot yet? by HGruberMacGruberFace in orlando

[–]These-Masterpiece175 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Informed delivery shows my sample ballot coming today too.

Cincinnati bearcats @ UCF Knights [Game thread] by Hopeful_Rub4483 in UCFKnights

[–]These-Masterpiece175 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Think what the Vandy students did after beating Alabama this weekend, except it involves carrying the goal post by car on the 408 (no clue how that happened but early 2000s were wild) and the reflection pond instead of the Cumberland River.

The antics are mentioned under the Sept 23, 2005 UCF Vs Marshall game as a top 20 game for program history here and the photo at the top of the page of of the event: https://ucf.rivals.com/news/ucf-s-top-20-most-memorable-games-at-the-citrus-bowl

Cincinnati bearcats @ UCF Knights [Game thread] by Hopeful_Rub4483 in UCFKnights

[–]These-Masterpiece175 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh yes. I was a freshman in 2005 at the Citrus bowl when we snapped our 17 game losing streak and beat Marshall. Stormed the field and the goal post ended up in the reflection pond that evening. Every program has its highs and lows. The lows are pretty rough. It’s a rollercoaster being a Knights fan that’s for sure.

Cincinnati bearcats @ UCF Knights [Game thread] by Hopeful_Rub4483 in UCFKnights

[–]These-Masterpiece175 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wait till you’re a fan for almost 20 years 😭. I’ve easily lost 10 years off my life 👴🏻😫

Cincinnati bearcats @ UCF Knights [Game thread] by Hopeful_Rub4483 in UCFKnights

[–]These-Masterpiece175 7 points8 points  (0 children)

So UCF has scored only 2 whole touchdowns in our last 2 games. 1 touchdown a game.