Hi everyone.
We have just arrived at Tallinn, and I am waiting for my sleepy sister to arrive before seeing the sights.
Although the getting here was very, very long, the ship has been everything I expected and more. Great service, impeccable cleanliness and a wonderful stewardess (Sharena (?)).
Within 20 minutes of finding my suite (731--just lovely), I had already found the coffee bar and was on my second espresso.
Sailed from Stockholm as I stood on my balcony listening to Gloria Gaynor on my ipod. Who could ask for anything more?
Weather is sunny and in the 70s, just what we asked for.
The water has been calm.
The only problem is that I seem to awake at 4:30 each day and coffee is not available until 6:30. Such a problem!
Those who know me at home would not believe this easygoing woman was me. I think I need to stay here forever.

Diane - Thanks for bringing us along! I, too, need my cup of joe and it's often before 6:30 am. Call room service - they will gladly show up anytime with it. I made a deal with them where I'd keep a watchful eye so they didn't wake Gary up by using the doorbell.

What are your plans for Tallin today? We did the reverse sailing from Copenagen to Stockholm so missed most of the Swedish Archipelago. That must have been spectacular.

Cheers, Anne

Diane, So glad your cruise has gotten off to a great start. Sailing out of Stockholm is one of those awe inspiring experiences. I put it up there with sailing out of Venice and up the Thames. All beautiful pictures still in my head. Enjoy the rest of your cruise.

the islands were breathtaking.
tallin was such fun. cool, breezy weather, not too many crowds.
picked up some double knitted mittens and some lovely yarn.
now for shuffleboard!

Hi Diane,

Sailing out ot Stockholm must be a beautiful sight! I also did the cruise in reverse. I guess I must do it again "the right way" ;) !

Keep enjoying your cruise!

Diane, I am glad you arrived safe and sound! Thanks for checking in and you are in for a wonderful cruise!

Have a wonderful time! I'm interested in hearing reports on Navigator. I'd like to try this ship next, after just doing Voyager!

I did experience the vibration at the Portofino this morning. It was ok for a short period, but I think it would bother me if my cabin did that. Still, an unbelievably excellent experience.

Great to hear from you Diane. Hopefully you're now relaxed knowing you didn't forget anything and if you did.....SO WHAT!! You're in one of my favorite parts of the world. Keep having a great time and keep us posted.

Nice to hear from you Diane. Keep sending us seamail. And let us know how the room service coffee is.

Thanks for the seamail. Have a wonderful time on a beautiful cruise! We sailed out of Stockholm last year. The Swedish Archipelago is a sight to behold!

I think I will really miss the 24 hour coffee corner that I loved on the Voyager. Where is the Navigator's coffee bar and when is it open? I'm not a super early riser; 6:30 when on vacation is more than early enough for me. I'm so looking forward to my Navigator cruise later this month.

Diane, where did you find yarn in Tallinn? Do you know the name or location of the shop? I would love to see what they have.
Lynn
PS I will be right behind you.

Thanks for the seamail, Diane. Looking forward to reading more. Enjoy the Navigator!

nearly there, the Navigator coffee bar is across from the computer room, just down the hall from Reception. I am sorry but I don't recall the hours but perhaps someone who has been aboard more recently will remember.

As I recall the coffee and continental breakfast setup was done around 6:30 - very handy to be so near to the computer room - early morning email and coffee a must!