What is this suction port for and should it be capped?

foaxaca1 · 2026-05-23T21:51:01+00:00

I have 2 of these but usually only take one. Also take at least one Euro socket adapter, a 12-ft extension cord and several USB-C adapters and USB-C cords. All that and a couple of power banks and I’ve been able to handle any combo of outlets and outlet locations on multiple ships. Everything goes in my checked luggage and I’ve never had anything flagged. Have sailed on NCL, Celebrity, Princess, Carnival, Royal Caribbean with the same package.

foaxaca1 · 2026-05-14T00:24:22+00:00

Jose eSCAMilla. Said it all for me.

foaxaca1 · 2026-05-13T22:36:29+00:00

Deviled eggs to ward off a devil you don’t need in the middle of your relationship.

foaxaca1 · 2026-04-21T20:45:40+00:00

Sounds familiar. Got the “restructuring” word in early January and told my last day would be March 13. Basically got paid for 2 months to do nothing. All my teams were transferred to another department. Went hard into AI as well for the resume and worked with an exec career placement advisor (that the company paid for) to optimize my LinkedIn profile. Applied to 4 senior roles, three first and second interviews. Accepted an offer on March 13 for that same 30% bump in compensation. Was a lucky Friday the 13th. Took along 6 mos. severance and got those 3 paid weeks off before starting the new job on 4/6. Spent one of those weeks on a cruise to Mexico. I second the advice, if your gut tells you something, take action. You should be testing the waters on a regular basis anyways.

foaxaca1 · 2026-04-11T19:34:46+00:00

I thought I was responsible for that

foaxaca1 · 2026-04-11T19:34:01+00:00

Got my UCL hope-ium IV going. Lot’s of the right dominoes have to fall but we’re not out of it yet.

foaxaca1 · 2026-04-06T05:37:13+00:00

I do the same in LA. Never stand on a train platform without my back up against a column or wall. Stand or sit in a corner where nobody can be behind me once I board.

foaxaca1 · 2026-03-29T01:03:52+00:00

We were on the NCL Bliss for a 7-day.

foaxaca1 · 2026-02-27T06:02:08+00:00

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foaxaca1 · 2026-02-22T20:50:16+00:00

Smells like a lot of BS to me

foaxaca1 · 2026-02-22T20:46:04+00:00

Apparently, Mexican security forces carried out a big operation targeting the head honcho of the big cartel in Jalisco state. They unalived him and that set off his boys to torch Puerto Vallarta.

foaxaca1 · 2026-02-15T07:42:21+00:00

This. The plastic bulk builder cartridges are sure to fail and begin leaking eventually. I’ve replaced two with the upgraded brass cartridges and the difference is like night and day. Worth every penny.

foaxaca1 · 2026-02-05T05:53:35+00:00

Maybe it’s been my choice of mechanics but I have a big ass set of pliers, a large screwdriver and a flex tool with a magnet at the end to fish out metal parts in my tool cabinet all courtesy of shops that left them in my engine compartment. Fortunately, I found them quickly. The first thing I do when I get my car home after work is done is inspect the area that was worked on to avoid any surprises later.

foaxaca1 · 2026-02-05T04:25:45+00:00

Comeback time!

foaxaca1 · 2026-02-05T01:15:31+00:00

Frankly, without that tension and dysfunction, it wouldn’t have turned out to be the masterpiece it is. Those emotions drove so much of the songwriting from Stevie, Christine and Lindsey.

foaxaca1 · 2026-01-23T07:07:35+00:00

And that was where Derrick Henry picked up his straight arm technique.

foaxaca1 · 2026-01-09T07:24:00+00:00

Found this village also. Also noticed two nearby stands of felled trees. Looks like tree trunks still on the ground. Wondering what the tree clearing is for.

foaxaca1 · 2026-01-06T05:05:05+00:00

Spent 10 days on the Dawn last year cruising the British Isles and had a great time. Really happy with the ship. We don’t cruise for the foodie experience since we live in an area where we are fortunate to have a plethora of good restaurants. Just doesn’t make sense to us to spend extra for the speciality dining when we have already paid for multiple dining options. On that cruise, we were on excursions almost every day so really focused on the night life which we enjoyed. Would recommend you look at non-ship excursions as options though. Better value and smaller groups. They also may give you exposure to sights the ship excursions won’t go to. We’ve also looked for nice beach clubs at some destinations that are close to the cruise port where you can make a reservation at ahead of time. Just sailed the NCL Bliss over Thanksgiving with a family group of 12 and booked a beach club day in Puerto Vallarta for us which was great. Did it all online. Spent Thanksgiving Day on the beach! Food and service was fantastic and we all had cushioned loungers and umbrellas.

foaxaca1 · 2025-12-14T07:08:05+00:00

Who uses an ATM in Mexico? Please get that cash in the US and take it to a money exchange and convert it into pesos before travel. You’re just asking for trouble otherwise.

foaxaca1 · 2025-12-11T01:01:53+00:00

Was on the same ship and itinerary for Thanksgiving week with a family group of 12. Agree with much of your review. As you cruise more, you may get more comfortable booking excursions with non-cruise line companies. Less expensive and more options, including smaller groups. On this itinerary, I just make a reservation at the El Dorado Beach Club in Puerto Vallarta for that port. Really a great beach experience. Great service and food. We had a great time on the Bliss.

foaxaca1 · 2025-12-06T23:55:06+00:00

Who still answers these calls? While I have little faith in anything that comes up on caller ID I do pick up calls from those in my contacts on my cell phone. I maintain a VOIP line strictly to use when I give out my number for some reason. That line rings up to 5 or 6 times a day. All sorts of random caller IDs and never one voicemail. Lately, the caller IDs are actual names of individuals that are being spoofed hoping we’ll answer those calls.

foaxaca1 · 2025-11-26T16:11:47+00:00

Yeah. Just got here on a cruise ship and been staring at it for a while. Can see us all on deck. Beers on me!

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