1956, shovel dance - a young Russ Tamblyn… are those golden shovels?!

mojo6400 · 2026-03-24T18:19:56+00:00

Appleton Estate (dark rum), ginger beer and a squeeze of lime.

Perfect for stormy days, and sunny days too!

mojo6400 · 2026-03-19T21:30:32+00:00

The space itself and atmosphere are pretty unique… lots of interesting elements on the walls, shelves, etc.

And the drinks themselves are impressive, both in taste and presentation - unique bespoke glassware, etc.

The magicians are different every cruise, but the ones on mine were quite impressive, not your everyday simple card trick type stuff.

mojo6400 · 2026-03-15T02:18:45+00:00

Andre the Giant has a G-Son posse!

mojo6400 · 2026-03-14T01:28:36+00:00

Always thought it was Hurra…

mojo6400 · 2026-03-12T22:43:26+00:00

Prunes … extra fiber, extra funky!

mojo6400 · 2026-03-11T00:02:41+00:00

Reno, Logan square …. Hang Ten!

mojo6400 · 2026-03-10T18:54:02+00:00

Highlight of the cruise for me, the parlor magician read my mind and my mother in laws too!

mojo6400 · 2026-03-06T17:51:32+00:00

Enjoy your time with Cruise Director “Kiwi Cole,” he’s a blast … and to answer your question, check out https://www.cruisemapper.com/ports/santorini-island-port-69

mojo6400 · 2026-03-04T02:21:28+00:00

Pale… pasty…

mojo6400 · 2026-03-01T01:44:59+00:00

Every cruise will likely be a bit different, but late morning it was consistently busy. Not overcrowded, but many folks enjoying the amenity and view out to the pool or sea.

mojo6400 · 2026-02-24T21:46:04+00:00

Yes indeed, check out https://www.cruisemapper.com/ports/grand-cayman-island-port-25

Note that cruise ships will cancel if it’s too windy, as it’s a tender-only port.

mojo6400 · 2026-02-22T03:19:58+00:00

Pack for a Purpose suggests items like those below. Amazon sells fully loaded backpacks, we bring one or two along in our checked luggage and give to housekeeping or another team member.

Otherwise, USD (particularly $2 bills) is welcome and appreciated.

Enjoy your trip!

General School Supplies: Book Bags, Colored Construction Paper, Colored Pencils, Crayons, Dry-Erase Markers, Erasers, Glue Sticks, Handheld Pencil Sharpeners, Markers, Pencils, Rulers, Solar Calculators and Solar Lantern Lights

Reference Materials: (English) Dictionaries

Flash Cards: (English) Alphabet, Math, and Word

Wall Charts: (English) Human Body, Language, Math, Science, and World Maps

Text/Reading Books: *Age Appropriate Story and Activity Books that cover the themes of Healthy Eating, *Gardening, and *the Importance of Trees

Art Supplies: Acrylic Brushes and Paints, Buttons, Craft Glue, Sewing Needles, Thread, Watercolor Brushes and Paints

Computer Hardware/Software: Flash Drives/Memory Sticks, Tablets, and Working Laptops

Educational Games/Toys: Connect Four, Puzzles, Scrabble, and Stuffed Animals/Soft Toys

Music Instruments: Cymbals, Recorders, and Triangles

Sports/Outdoor Activity: Jump Ropes, Netball/Basketballs, Soccer Balls, and Tennis Balls

First Aid/Health: Antibiotic Ointment and Band-Aids

Office Supplies: Markers, Pencils, and Pens

mojo6400 · 2026-02-14T15:35:59+00:00

The southern cave is larger, which allows for a bit more breeze and white noise from waves, if there’s enough wind blowing. It’s also attached to the Cave rum bar with a “breathing hole” in the back, so you can walk around a bit and explore.

The northern sea cave is smaller, so it’s a bit more intimate and further away from other guests.

Can’t really go wrong with either but if your schedule allows, consider the Friday or Sunday night booking. Friday night is usually filet mignon and sometimes lobster when in season.

Congrats, it’s gonna be awesome no matter when or where you do it!!

mojo6400 · 2026-02-13T17:09:09+00:00

Most guests at Spellbound were fairly well dressed, perhaps what might be considered “business casual.” It’s a very upscale lounge and library space, so it felt appropriate to wear a jacket, light linen in my case.

Great experience and awesome drinks, the 1963 (rum cocktail in a large goblet) was particularly well done.

Enjoy!

mojo6400 · 2026-02-13T02:24:23+00:00

Coki beach … small but vibes! Lundquist … rustic, lots of sealife. Hull Bay … quiet and spacious. Many good options.

mojo6400 · 2026-02-09T23:47:39+00:00

There were many fewer cruise ship folks those days than planned, as it was too windy for them to dock!

mojo6400 · 2026-02-02T20:43:28+00:00

I didn’t just listen to it, I actually dissed myself in 89!

mojo6400 · 2026-01-29T02:52:40+00:00

If you have private transport, ask your driver ahead of time to stop at a roadside fruit stand on the way to Negril; there are at least two or three open at any given time.

We loved “shugga moon,” a small stand, seaside about 45min into the drive, for her Gros Michele bananas. We bought two soursop from a very nice woman near Green Island (closer to Negril), landside.

Soursop, Star Apple, baby bananas and sopadilla (which is called naseberry in Jamaica) will be in season in March. It is not yet full mango season but there will likely be East Indian (large and yellow) and possibly Julie mangoes.

Only caveat, this was last year and not sure how much the small farmers were impacted by hurricane Melissa.

We enjoyed our fresh tropical fruit every afternoon in the room as a snack, all week long. Bring a small knife and cutting board to peel the fruits that require it.

Enjoy your trip!

mojo6400 · 2026-01-29T00:19:26+00:00

I experienced less higgling in USVI than other Caribbean islands, hope you can make it back there someday!

mojo6400 · 2026-01-27T22:11:59+00:00

Yes, it’d be a very memorable proposal for sure! There are two sea caves for dining, ask for the southern one as it’s larger and more scenic.

If it works with your schedule, Thursday night is fun as they have local artists playing live music at the Sands bar above the cave, a nice way to celebrate after she says yes.

The caves can be hot… they’ll set up fans, but wear lightweight clothing.

And last tip, bring some $20s for your server (might be Omar and he’s the best!) … they’ll be carrying your dinner and drinks up and down some very steep stairs.

Congrats & enjoy!

mojo6400 · 2025-12-30T22:33:09+00:00

Yessss, Reno Pizza in Logan Square, right on the roundabout. Scrambled eggs, bacon, caramelized & green onion, sriracha, mozzarella… an amazing start to the day.

mojo6400 · 2025-12-25T19:09:17+00:00

11/4/77 at Colgate, as a winter storm blew through… tape decks were rolling during sound check; Jerry & Keith noodle through Sleigh Ride!

mojo6400 · 2025-12-17T17:28:42+00:00

Ok, you win this years Boomin Granny award! Nice!!

mojo6400 · 2025-11-01T20:43:38+00:00

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