I'm using an extention cord for my hairdryer. I never travel without one, they really come in handy.

There is a good sized shopping area right near the dock in St. Thomas. Also, rssc ran a shuttle into town, so there was no need to just stay on the ship. When we were there on the Diamond, Capt Broomhall broke out the jet skis and kayaks and we had a great time.

Actually, there are three areas in St. Thomas where cruise ships dock. My favorite is, of course, right in front of the main street. The Havenhurst Mall area is second. But the third, down to the right is terrible. There is little access to anything and the area is ugly.

When we we're in St. Thomas last week, all the ships were at Havensight. They built a new marina in town and I think it's replaced the dock on the main street now.

We docked in St Thomas at the ugly spot, Crown Bay? There was nothing in walking distance so at 9 A.M.we jumped on the shuttle bus and fought the crowds window shopping. We departed at 3 with and ice cream sailaway. It's still quite windy and we are ready for a rocky evening. Tonight we will join another couple at Signatures for dinner at 7:30. Its formal tonight and the SSS
party starts at 6:15.
Tomorrow we will arrive at Grand Turk at 1PM for a short stay, then a sea day and then home. This trip is flying by, its hard to believe its almost over.

and it's hard to believe we leave in two days. I'm glad you're having a great time, and sorry we won't get the pleasure of meeting you.

Just catching up on LCT....Doris, Santa's visit sounds like a really special treat!! We've never cruised over any major holiday but it sure sounds like they do such a nice job!

Regent does a good job for the kids over Christmas. Lisa and her assistants were a good group in 2005 . . .and the ship looks beautiful!

Glad the trip has gone well Doris . . .

Peggy

Doris, hopefully the weather won't be as rough on the way back. It was easier for us, because we were sailing with the wind instead of against it.

Today is cloudy and the seas are a bit rough, but it's our last day :mecry: and we plan to enjoy it no matter what.
Yesterday was a Tex Mex buffet at the pool, and at 1PM we stopped at Grand Turk. The docking facility was quite nice with a large beach area, pool, shopping arcade and a Margaritaville. We sailed at seven on our return to Fort Lauderdale. When we returned to our room after dinner there were the dreaded colored disembarkation tags, ugh...I really hate to see them.
Today they will have a Grand American BBQ pool side weather permitting. We are having a small coctail party in our suite before dinner. Then it will be dinner in CR and off to the show to see Rodi Alexander and her husband Marc Friedman. If they are ever on board entertaining don't miss their act, its high energy and fun.
I think we will pack soon so we can enjoy the day without having to think about it.
We have really enjoyed this Holiday cruise and we have booked next years Holiday cruise aboard the Voyager. We have missed not having Captain Dag onboard, its just not the same without him, but other than that everything has been great.There are 51 children onboard and you hardly even knew they were here. Regent has done a fabulous job entertaining them and keeping the camp going until 9:30 in the evening. All the ports were fine except Dominica, and the food and entertainment were good. What is great for us is that when we dock tomorrow morning its a 20 minute ride and we are home!

Doris...thanks for your reports. It sounds like you had a wonderful cruise. Hope the disembarkation and quick trip home went well.

Happy New Year!

Margo

Thanks Margo, hope you are enjoying your trip as well. Happy and healthy New Year to you and yours.

We arrived in Fort Lauderdale at 6 this morning. Alfred and I were up early and we watched our approach up the South Florida coastline. It was quite a beautiful sight. We have never disembarked in Ft Lauderdale before so this was a new and interesting expierence with lots of familiar landmarks.
The weather yesterday was cloudy, damp and windy but it did not stop anyone from enjoying our last day...the pool deck was busy and the entire ship turned out for another lavish buffet. At four there was a chocolate tea and we had a little party in our suite to say goodbye to new friends. Dinner in Compass Rose was followed by a wonderful show.
Customs arrived on board at 7:10 this morning, &
disenbarkment started at nine, and we were home in our house by nine thirty. This was the smoothest one so far for us. Our thoughts on this cruise are that Regent really has their act together and they keep getting better and better. The only snafu we could find was that the day we were at Grand Turk they emptied the pool onboard, and painted it, and it took all day to dry so there were a few very unhappy people.
We had dinner in all the restaurants and all were yummy. Breakfast in La Veranda had a large buffet, and eggs, pancakes etc were available. Our trays were carried to our table for us, and we always found a spot outside on the rear deck. Service through out the ship was perfect with always a smiling face.
The ship looks great and is constantly being cleaned and polished.
There were lots of new faces among the crew but we were told that the old standbys are all due back for the World Cruise.
It never stops amazing me that whatever you need or desire is done for you with a smile and a thankyou.
The shows were not well attended, but I think people were exhausted from the sun and busy port days. The children were front row center every time we were there!

Doris and Margo: I am playing catch up - we got home last night - your seamail is outstanding I love reading your posts -

Thanks Joanna, we want to hear all about your trip, and beautiful Roma.

We got home after midnight last night but Rome!!!!!??? What a city!!!!! We had great weather etc - will write review after New Years - it was wonderful!!!!!

Welcome home Joanna!! You've been missed!! So happy you all had such a glorious time in Rome.

Hi Doris,

I'm really enjoying your cruise reports! Always great to hear that a cruise you've anticipated meets or exceeds expectations!

Welcome home, Joanna! You've been missed more than words can say, my friend! Hope you are able to post more details on your wonderful visit to Rome!

Doris, I can't believe that people were upset about the pool being painted when they had that beautiful beach in Grand Turk to lounge on!

When we arrived home, we found a lovely gift from Regent. Two sets of stemless wine glasses with the regent logo. These are the same glasses they used in Lattitudes, and we did admire them and wondered if they were for sale on the ship. Just another wonderful touch Regent style.

Doris - were they these?



I remember seeing those in Latitudes - I love the Riedel O glasses! That'll make a nice gift ...

Masaki

They sure are :D We are using them and really enjoying them