If you are planning to go to Hawaii, it "might" be worthwhile to purchase the Hawaii Entertainment Book. There are many discounts in it for restaurants, attractions, shopping and more. 2012 book is $35, (today is showing free shipping).
Entertainment Book
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Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Saturday, September 24, 2011
Interactive Map Carnival Spirit - Laundromats
Carnival Spirit - Interactive Map (all decks)
This is a great tool if you want to learn where things are on the ship.
Carnival Spirit has numerous laundromats (self-serve). $3 to wash, $3 to dry ... detergent is an extra charge. Each area also has a iron and ironing board. You will find the laundromats on the Carnival Spirit at these locations:
Riviera Deck 1 - across from 1219
Main Deck 4 - across from 4230
Upper Deck 5 - across from 5270
Empress Deck 6 - across from 6102
Verandah Deck 7 - across from 7267
Note: Due to local environmental requirements, the washing machines in the guest' launderette will be closed in port, per each ports specific requirements; the dryers and irons will be available for guest use.
Ship Board Laundry Service - Wash/Dry/Press - Carnival Cruise Lines: (from their FAQ section):
Laundry Services In addition to self-service launderettes on each ship, there is a valet laundry service on board; dry cleaning is not available. Following is the price list; this service is handled through the room Steward:
Mens
Item Wash Press Press Only
Suit 2-Piece: n/a $7.00
Suit 3-Piece: n/a $8.00
Jacket: $5.00 $3.75
Blazer: $5.00 $3.75
Over Coat: $8.00 $6.00
Trousers: $5.00 $4.00
T-Shirt: $2.00 $1.50
Shorts: $4.00 $3.00
Under Shorts: $2.00 $1.50
Track Suit: $7.00 $5.00
Pajamas: $4.00 $3.00
Pair of Socks: $2.00 n/a
Jeans: $4.00 $3.00
Shirt: $4.00 $3.00
Tie: $2.00 $1.50
Ladies
Item Wash Press Press Only
Suit 2-piece: n/a $7.00
Dress: $7.50 $6.00
Shirt/Blouse: $4.00 $3.00
Silk Blouse: $5.00 $3.75
Skirt: $5.00 $4.00
Jacket: $5.00 $3.75
Over Coat: $8.00 $6.00
Slacks/Pants: $5.00 $4.00
Shorts: $4.00 $3.00
Panties/Bra/Slip: $2.00 n/a
Jeans: $4.00 $3.00
T-Shirt: $2.00 $1.50
Track Suit: $7.00 $5.00
Nightgown/PJ's: $5.00 $3.75
Swim Suit: $3.00 $2.00
Pair of Socks: $2.00 n/a
Scarf: $3.50 $2.75
Handkerchief: $2.00 $1.25
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This is a great tool if you want to learn where things are on the ship.
Carnival Spirit has numerous laundromats (self-serve). $3 to wash, $3 to dry ... detergent is an extra charge. Each area also has a iron and ironing board. You will find the laundromats on the Carnival Spirit at these locations:
Riviera Deck 1 - across from 1219
Main Deck 4 - across from 4230
Upper Deck 5 - across from 5270
Empress Deck 6 - across from 6102
Verandah Deck 7 - across from 7267
Note: Due to local environmental requirements, the washing machines in the guest' launderette will be closed in port, per each ports specific requirements; the dryers and irons will be available for guest use.
Ship Board Laundry Service - Wash/Dry/Press - Carnival Cruise Lines: (from their FAQ section):
Laundry Services In addition to self-service launderettes on each ship, there is a valet laundry service on board; dry cleaning is not available. Following is the price list; this service is handled through the room Steward:
Mens
Item Wash Press Press Only
Suit 2-Piece: n/a $7.00
Suit 3-Piece: n/a $8.00
Jacket: $5.00 $3.75
Blazer: $5.00 $3.75
Over Coat: $8.00 $6.00
Trousers: $5.00 $4.00
T-Shirt: $2.00 $1.50
Shorts: $4.00 $3.00
Under Shorts: $2.00 $1.50
Track Suit: $7.00 $5.00
Pajamas: $4.00 $3.00
Pair of Socks: $2.00 n/a
Jeans: $4.00 $3.00
Shirt: $4.00 $3.00
Tie: $2.00 $1.50
Ladies
Item Wash Press Press Only
Suit 2-piece: n/a $7.00
Dress: $7.50 $6.00
Shirt/Blouse: $4.00 $3.00
Silk Blouse: $5.00 $3.75
Skirt: $5.00 $4.00
Jacket: $5.00 $3.75
Over Coat: $8.00 $6.00
Slacks/Pants: $5.00 $4.00
Shorts: $4.00 $3.00
Panties/Bra/Slip: $2.00 n/a
Jeans: $4.00 $3.00
T-Shirt: $2.00 $1.50
Track Suit: $7.00 $5.00
Nightgown/PJ's: $5.00 $3.75
Swim Suit: $3.00 $2.00
Pair of Socks: $2.00 n/a
Scarf: $3.50 $2.75
Handkerchief: $2.00 $1.25
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Thursday, September 22, 2011
Chef's Table - Carnival Cruise Lines
Carnival’s Chef’s Table Fine Dining Experience Now Available Fleetwide
Posted on 04 January 2011.
Carnival Cruise Lines has completed the fleetwide rollout of its exquisite and exclusive fine dining experience, The Chef’s Table, which is now available on all 22 of the line’s ships.
Launched as a pilot program last year, this one-of-a-kind culinary experience includes a sumptuous multi-course dinner hosted by one of the line’s master chefs along with a private champagne reception and a personalized tour of the galley.
With The Chef’s Table, a select group of 12 guests enjoy champagne and hors d’ouevres hosted by the ship’s chef de cuisine. The chef then takes the group on a tour to see the galley in operation, providing participants with a unique perspective on Carnival’s extensive food and beverage operations.
The evening concludes with a sumptuous full-service dinner with delicious appetizers, entrees and desserts created by the line’s master chefs. Depending on the vessel, the meal takes place in non-traditional dining venues throughout the ship – the galley, library, conference center, etc.
The program can be booked on board through the ships’ guest information desk. The cost is $75 per person.
Launched as a pilot program last year, this one-of-a-kind culinary experience includes a sumptuous multi-course dinner hosted by one of the line’s master chefs along with a private champagne reception and a personalized tour of the galley.
With The Chef’s Table, a select group of 12 guests enjoy champagne and hors d’ouevres hosted by the ship’s chef de cuisine. The chef then takes the group on a tour to see the galley in operation, providing participants with a unique perspective on Carnival’s extensive food and beverage operations.
The evening concludes with a sumptuous full-service dinner with delicious appetizers, entrees and desserts created by the line’s master chefs. Depending on the vessel, the meal takes place in non-traditional dining venues throughout the ship – the galley, library, conference center, etc.
The program can be booked on board through the ships’ guest information desk. The cost is $75 per person.
NOTE: On the Carnival Spirit you can e-mail your request for the Chef's Table ahead of time by e-mailing: spsteakhouse@carnival.com
Be sure to note in the e-mail that you are requesting the Chef's Table, your booking number and sailing date. The Chef's Table books quickly for most cruises.
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Behind the Fun Tour on Carnival Ships
Just heard about this tour today and thought I would add it in here for those of you traveling on Carnival Cruise Ships. Sounds like fun and a very unique experience:
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Carnival's New 'Behind the Fun' Tours Offer Unique Insight Into Line's Shipboard Operations
Posted on 23 July 2009.
For those who want to get an insider’s look at the inner-workings of a Carnival “Fun Ship,” the line has created Behind the Fun, a guided tour that provides guests with a unique insight into the company’s shipboard operations.
Currently available on the Carnival Valor and Carnival Conquest, the program will be rolled out to all 12 of the line’s ships operating voyages of seven days or longer by the end of September.
The informative three-and-a-half-hour tour offers participants a behind-the-scenes look at a wide range of shipboard venues that are normally off limits to guests. During the tour, key shipboard personnel, including the captain, chief engineer, chef de cuisine and other department heads, share their vast knowledge in their particular area of expertise.
Behind the Fun begins with a stop backstage in the main show lounge where participants can see exactly what goes into creating Carnival’s award-winning revues. The tour then moves on to normally restricted areas such as the laundry room, crew galley and dining room, crew gym, and crew training center.
Next it’s on to the expansive main galley where talented culinary artists prepare upwards of 12,000 meals and snacks a day for Carnival’s guests. The tour also includes a visit to the ship’s bridge and engine control room and informative Q&A sessions with the captain and chief engineer, respectively.
In addition to a comprehensive overview of Carnival’s shipboard operations, Behind the Fun participants receive a number of commemorative gifts, including a custom-made Behind the Fun baseball cap and lanyard, a Team Carnival Picture Perfect book with stunning photographs of Carnival ships and destinations taken by the line’s employees, and complimentary photos with the captain on the bridge.
Behind the Fun tours can be booked through the ships’ shore excursion desk. The cost is $95 per person and capacity is limited to 16 guests per tour. Guests must be 13 or older to participate.
A version of the Behind the Fun tour is planned for Carnival ships that operate itineraries of less than seven days in length.
Currently available on the Carnival Valor and Carnival Conquest, the program will be rolled out to all 12 of the line’s ships operating voyages of seven days or longer by the end of September.
The informative three-and-a-half-hour tour offers participants a behind-the-scenes look at a wide range of shipboard venues that are normally off limits to guests. During the tour, key shipboard personnel, including the captain, chief engineer, chef de cuisine and other department heads, share their vast knowledge in their particular area of expertise.
Behind the Fun begins with a stop backstage in the main show lounge where participants can see exactly what goes into creating Carnival’s award-winning revues. The tour then moves on to normally restricted areas such as the laundry room, crew galley and dining room, crew gym, and crew training center.
Next it’s on to the expansive main galley where talented culinary artists prepare upwards of 12,000 meals and snacks a day for Carnival’s guests. The tour also includes a visit to the ship’s bridge and engine control room and informative Q&A sessions with the captain and chief engineer, respectively.
In addition to a comprehensive overview of Carnival’s shipboard operations, Behind the Fun participants receive a number of commemorative gifts, including a custom-made Behind the Fun baseball cap and lanyard, a Team Carnival Picture Perfect book with stunning photographs of Carnival ships and destinations taken by the line’s employees, and complimentary photos with the captain on the bridge.
Behind the Fun tours can be booked through the ships’ shore excursion desk. The cost is $95 per person and capacity is limited to 16 guests per tour. Guests must be 13 or older to participate.
A version of the Behind the Fun tour is planned for Carnival ships that operate itineraries of less than seven days in length.
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Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Great Place to Meet For Sail Away - Carnival Spirit
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Monday, September 19, 2011
Bailey's Antiques and Aloha Shirts
Bill R. posted this link today ... thank you.
Bailey's Antiques and Aloha Shirts
Bailey's Antiques and Aloha Shirts Inc. was founded in 1980 in Honolulu. Bailey's has the world's largest selection of aloha shirts (over 15,000) and is now doing internet business at alohashirts.com. In addition Bailey's has a wide selection of Americana and Hawaiiana antiques and collectibles. The antiques include lighters (Zippos and Hawaiian), Levi and Nike items, Hawaiian LPs, figurines, jewelry, sheet music, military items, toys, postcards, ephemera, etc.
Bailey's 15,000+ aloha shirts are divided into 4 subgroups: (Used, New, Vintage and Specialty)
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Bailey's Antiques and Aloha Shirts
From their website:
Bailey's 15,000+ aloha shirts are divided into 4 subgroups: (Used, New, Vintage and Specialty)
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Bargains, Coupons, Even things for FREE
Thank you Marsha for posting this link today:
Bargains Hunt Hawaii
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Bargains Hunt Hawaii
From their website:
Use 'Bargains Hunt Hawaii' as your guide to help you link up to bargains, coupons, and freebies. You will never know what you're missing out on until you click on a link. Have the luxury of saving a few dollars while enjoying the uniqueness of discovering 'inside'
Hawaii. Whether you are planning your next trip to Hawaii - or not, or you are just shopping looking for bargains or information, then this is the place.
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Kona Coffee
Hal has been on a quest for decaf Kona Coffee. We could find blends, but not 100% Kona until now. Found this website tonight:
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Swiss Water Decaffeinated 100% Kona Coffee
From their website:
For decaf drinkers, we are happy to announce that we now offer 100% Kona Coffee that has been decaffeinated by the gentle Swiss water method. You'll receive all of the great flavor with no messy chemicals to worry about. This is the method the coffee community has been talking about as the very best way of making decaf. So now you can have 100% Kona Coffee without the caffeine! Simply choose your desired Bag Size (7 oz or 16 oz), a medium or dark roast and whole bean or ground.
Regular Kona coffee too, gift items, chocolates and teas are also on their website
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Friday, September 16, 2011
Maps
Just found about this site today ... it features driving maps of the islands. Did you realize that if you drive in some areas on the islands that you violate your rental car agreement !!!!
http://www.honolulupublishing.com/index.html
Maps can be viewed on-line, printed or you could even download apps to your mobile device.
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http://www.honolulupublishing.com/index.html
Maps can be viewed on-line, printed or you could even download apps to your mobile device.
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Thursday, September 15, 2011
Maui - Top 7 things to do
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Videos of things to do
Some interesting videos on this site: Hawaii Videos
Thank you Cruisedogmike for posting this link on Cruise Critic.
I looked at a few and they were of places on Oahu.
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Thank you Cruisedogmike for posting this link on Cruise Critic.
I looked at a few and they were of places on Oahu.
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Monday, September 12, 2011
Perfect Purse For You (Miche Bags)
Hi,
I just signed up last week as a Miche Bag Representative. I absolutely love these bags, they are so versatile and come in 3 main sizes and now a new "hipster" too. The petite, classic, and the prima sizes, you will purchase the bag then purchase the shells you want to go on the outside of the bag. It is so quick and easy to do. The new hipster bag is an all exclusive bag, not a separate shell.
While on board the ship, I always carry a small purse to carry any meds, sail & sign card, tissue, my iPod etc. The hipster can go cross body so perfect for keeping hands free. There are two styles available as of today on My Miche website.
The hipster bags are listed under accessories on my site.
Click on the photos below to enlarge:
Morgan is 8" Tall x 8 1/2" wide and has a handle that is 1/2" wide and has a 21" drop.
Stella is 6" tall and 9 1/2" wide with a handle that is 1/2" wide with a 21" drop.
My Miche Bag Blog is called "Perfect Purse For You". Hope you will stop by to view it. It is a work in progress, but soon will be loaded with LOTS of wonderful photos and information.
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I just signed up last week as a Miche Bag Representative. I absolutely love these bags, they are so versatile and come in 3 main sizes and now a new "hipster" too. The petite, classic, and the prima sizes, you will purchase the bag then purchase the shells you want to go on the outside of the bag. It is so quick and easy to do. The new hipster bag is an all exclusive bag, not a separate shell.
While on board the ship, I always carry a small purse to carry any meds, sail & sign card, tissue, my iPod etc. The hipster can go cross body so perfect for keeping hands free. There are two styles available as of today on My Miche website.
The hipster bags are listed under accessories on my site.
Click on the photos below to enlarge:
My Miche Bag Blog is called "Perfect Purse For You". Hope you will stop by to view it. It is a work in progress, but soon will be loaded with LOTS of wonderful photos and information.
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Tuesday, September 6, 2011
Deck Plans for Cruise Lines
Here is a great site for seeing deck plans for the cruise lines and your specific ship.
Deck Plans
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Deck Plans
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Monday, September 5, 2011
Deck Plans Carnival Spirit Class Ships
Here's a pdf file for you to view (Thanks John) the deck plans for the Spirit Class Ships on Carnival. You will notice a blue trail on the deck plans and some of the cabins are in blue too. The blue cabin designates a handicap accessible cabin and the blue trail shows the handicap accessible route for the show rooms, dining rooms, etc.
Deck Plans
Carnival Spirit Class Ships are: Carnival Spirit, Carnival Pride, Carnival Legend, and the Carnival Miracle.
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Deck Plans
Carnival Spirit Class Ships are: Carnival Spirit, Carnival Pride, Carnival Legend, and the Carnival Miracle.
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Sunday, September 4, 2011
Stampin' Up! - The Open Sea Stamp Set
The Open Sea Stamp Set, item #123030 - Wood ($26.95)
OR item #123032 - Clear Mount ($18.95)
Wouldn't this set make a perfect gift for a friend who loves to travel or to make thank you notes to give with your tips while on the cruise ... so many things you could create with it.
If you would like to order this stamp set or other Stampin' Up! Products, you may order them thru my Stampin' Up! website by clicking HERE then click on Shop Now.
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Friday, September 2, 2011
Snorkeling in Maui
This morning I found a site that all about Snorkeling in Maui. It talks about different tours, has maps of the best place to snorkel, and so much more.
Snorkeling in Maui
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Snorkeling in Maui
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Thursday, September 1, 2011
Carnival Cruise Lines New Dinner Menus & Dessert Menus
John Herald's Blog - What's for Dinner
John Herald is Carnival's Senior Cruise Director.
Wait till you see "What's for Dinner". They have a Didja sections ... like didja ever want to try: escargot, alligator, frog legs and more. Not to worry they have so many choices, no one should go hungry. They even have a "comfort food" each night like: beef brisket, pork spare ribs, baked meatloaf with gravy, pot roast and more.
Here's 8 dinner menus:
Night 1
Night 2
Night 3
Night 4
Night 5
Night 6
Night 7
AND Available Every Day Menu
Can we say YUMMMMMM !!!!
Update: September 1st. Menu links above were updated today plus here are the desserts menus now too.
Night 1
Night 2
Night 3
Night 4
Night 5
Night 6
Night 7
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John Herald is Carnival's Senior Cruise Director.
Wait till you see "What's for Dinner". They have a Didja sections ... like didja ever want to try: escargot, alligator, frog legs and more. Not to worry they have so many choices, no one should go hungry. They even have a "comfort food" each night like: beef brisket, pork spare ribs, baked meatloaf with gravy, pot roast and more.
Here's 8 dinner menus:
Night 1
Night 2
Night 3
Night 4
Night 5
Night 6
Night 7
AND Available Every Day Menu
Can we say YUMMMMMM !!!!
Update: September 1st. Menu links above were updated today plus here are the desserts menus now too.
Night 1
Night 2
Night 3
Night 4
Night 5
Night 6
Night 7
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