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I can't believe the colour of those clouds - so threatening and I'm not surprised they let rip while you were there, as it looked as if they were going to any moment.
Enjoying your review! You guys really did make the best of your day at Castaway Cay. We always go on cruises knowing the weather may not cooperate...going in with that mindset certainly helps with enjoying every aspect.
Those kids are hardy souls! The sand turtle is so creative. Love the little bird, which I think is a Sanderling? The beak and feet are not right for a gull.
Wow those clouds looked ominous over the ship! So glad you were all able to enjoy and didn't let the weather hold you back! LOVE the pic of the kids legs in the water
Thanks - they are definitely water rats.
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Glad you didn't let the weather ruin your day - looks relaxing!!!
Thanks, Lisa. You must have posted your first reply while I was updating - we are happy Lou is doing so well - not bad for 68! We would have preferred sun, but glad they all had a good time.
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I can't believe the colour of those clouds - so threatening and I'm not surprised they let rip while you were there, as it looked as if they were going to any moment.
We were just lucky it didn't rain a lot harder and a lot more.
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Enjoying your review! You guys really did make the best of your day at Castaway Cay. We always go on cruises knowing the weather may not cooperate...going in with that mindset certainly helps with enjoying every aspect.
I knew we were at risk scheduling for January, but it all turned out well.
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Those kids are hardy souls! The sand turtle is so creative. Love the little bird, which I think is a Sanderling? The beak and feet are not right for a gull.
They live just a short distance from the beach in Corona Del Mar, but love the warmer water on the East Coast. I was instructed to get a photo of the turtle . I think you are right on the bird, the CM was convinced they were baby gulls. I should have looked at the feet when I was trying to identify them. Anyway, I knew you'd like the almost round bird.
Jan 7, 2014: Day 3, Part 2: Filling our Evening after a Day at the Beach
This update will be a little shorter than the last two. We all met at 4:30pm in the Concierge Lounge for a visit from a special guest. We didn't know who it would be - there were rumors it might be Stitch. This Meet & Greet is usually held on the sun deck, but the weather brought it downstairs inside.
The girls were ready - obviously one was hoping for Stitch:
Our surprise turned out to be none other than Captain Mickey himself. Not Stitch, but still good. Mickey was in a good mood, and did lots of poses with the girls, then he insisted on getting a group shot:
After fun with Captain Mickey, the girls went off with their Dad to another early dinner - tonight was Pirate Night. They preferred to put their dresses on for dinner instead of a pirate outfit, so who were we to argue.
The rest of us had a reservation at Remy. On the way there, the girls (the older ones) posed for a photo in front of the Christmas Decorations which were still up:
They made me retake the shot, because they forgot to do their proper "model" pose ...
We had a very nice dinner at Remy. I'm in the minority, but it's not my favorite - even though the food is good and the experience is top notch - I just prefer simpler fare.
We did have a very nice table by the window, and never felt rushed at all during our meal - and neither did we wait too long between courses.
We finished up shortly before fireworks were to go off. As we left the restaurant, it seemed unlikely we would be seeing sparklers tonight - it was very windy and still raining off and on. In fact, there was not much action on deck at all, and I think they moved the party inside, but I forgot to check.
Once again, we tried to talk ourselves into stopping by the Skyline Lounge, but agreed we were all tired after a fun day at the beach and a 3 hour dinner.
Up Next; A Day at Sea - Will we be Rocking & Rolling?
Everyone looks great all dressed up! I think I will probably agree with you about Remy. I'm guessing it will be okay for me, but I'll prefer simpler fare.
How cool that you got to meet with Captain Mickey! I'm with you about Remy - I have to say I much prefer Palo to Remy and we've eaten in Remy a couple of times now.
I love Mickey in his Captain mode. "Mickey was in a good mood."
I've never seen Remy except in photos, but I even like the look of Palo better. If I ever sail on the new ships I'll probably try Remy once, but it's hard to imagine any place pleasing me the way Palo does.
Captain Mickey! How awesome! We had Stitch at our concierge party (I was disappointed at first, but he was totally cool and made me like him by the end of the soiree).
I'm with you...Remy just does not appeal to me in the slightest. In fact, we had a V&A (Queen Victoria room, no less) reservation for our 10th anniversary that we ended up canceling. It just wasn't something I had a need to experience. Palo though? I am so there!
what a great meet with Captain Mickey!!! The girls are so beautiful! And I love that they like to dress up!!!
Making me nervous for your next update!
It's funny - they are strictly t-shirts and shorts at home.
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Everyone looks great all dressed up! I think I will probably agree with you about Remy. I'm guessing it will be okay for me, but I'll prefer simpler fare.
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Remy is definitely worth trying at least once.
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How cool that you got to meet with Captain Mickey! I'm with you about Remy - I have to say I much prefer Palo to Remy and we've eaten in Remy a couple of times now.
I guess I thought everyone loved Remy - nice to see I am not the only one lukewarm about it
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Remy doesn't appeal to me much, but it's nice you got both in on the trip! Captain Mickey sounds like a nice treat as well
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No regrets about Remy, but not sure I would sign up for it again.
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I love Mickey in his Captain mode. "Mickey was in a good mood."
I've never seen Remy except in photos, but I even like the look of Palo better. If I ever sail on the new ships I'll probably try Remy once, but it's hard to imagine any place pleasing me the way Palo does.
Palo always pleases, that's for sure.
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Captain Mickey! How awesome! We had Stitch at our concierge party (I was disappointed at first, but he was totally cool and made me like him by the end of the soiree).
I'm with you...Remy just does not appeal to me in the slightest. In fact, we had a V&A (Queen Victoria room, no less) reservation for our 10th anniversary that we ended up canceling. It just wasn't something I had a need to experience. Palo though? I am so there!
We enjoyed V&A's years ago, but it's something I would save for a really special occasion. Stitch is the favorite, so he would have been a big hit.
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I'm with you about Remy - I have to say I much prefer Palo to Remy and we've eaten in Remy a couple of times now.
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