NEW YEAR CARIBEAN CRUISE FOR 2008

[Turboguy]

They have a very large internet cafe.   You will have no trouble getting online.  You do need to be the big winner in the Casino to be able to pay for it though.   I don't remember what it was per minute but to post a long TR DonAz would have to hock one of his Rolex's 

[LEGAL]

Turbo We will just get Jet to hack into the main frame 

Legal

[Kuna]

They have a very large internet cafe.   You will have no trouble getting online.  You do need to be the big winner in the Casino to be able to pay for it though.   I don't remember what it was per minute but to post a long TR DonAz would have to hock one of his Rolex's 

I can just imagine all the RWD members sitting in the Internet Cafe at the same time arguing over something online... 

The down side is that if it gets too heated you might cop a mouse in the back of your head!!!

[catzenmouse]

That's why we need Dan there. To keep us all in line! 

Legal,

 Do we all need to call Derrick any time soon to confirm what we want? Just let us know, or have him let us know, the time frame for reservations, cabin choice, etc.

Thanks much,
 Ken

[LEGAL]

Ken and everybody!I would call Derick tomorrow and lets start the process, the earlier the better chance we all have for getting prime rooms. Olga and I are getting a balcony suite.

I am bringing a life preserver,  a pair of double D's


LEGAL

[catzenmouse]

We are booked!

Just got off the phone with Derrick who is just as helpful and nice as Legal mentioned. Tentative room number is 6322 (which may change if they need to move us around a bit to keep us closer together.)

Well guys, whatcha waitin' for?

Ken

[jb]

Too soon for us to book,,, I may be back in Kansas next New Years...

[catzenmouse]

That's just cruel and inhumane jb. No one should have to spend two years in a row in that foreign country in Winter! 

You can change or cancel anytime up until October 15 so I just figured why not get the ball rolling.

Ken

[jb]

Well, Etna has the cruise bug bad now, her schools goes on spring break in 2 weeks and she's ready to book a cruise out of Galveston for 7 days.  I'm resisting...

[catzenmouse]

I've got this picture in my head of a little girl dragging a puppy home. The puppy is fighting for all he's worth to get away and the little girl just keeps pulling him along and is yelling "MOM! Look what followed me home! Can I keep him? Please Mom!?!

Guess who's the puppy here...

[LEGAL]

OK Guy's This will be the party room-meeting room. Our suite shown below is above Kens so I can through my empty bottles of Russian Standard on his balcony 
The liqueur you bring should be put in a water bottle - get the idea  obviously if it dark liqueur use something that is dark 




LEGAL

[catzenmouse]

Hopefully they won't be completely empty so I can get a "fee" for picking up after you!

P.S. Derrick mentioned that he had given you some "instructions" about bringing this kind of item on board. Please share.

Ken

[KenC]

Legal,
Just booked the suite next to you and Olga for Lena and I.  Derrick said we can open the door between the balconies if we wanted.  I told him that before I do that, I need to meet you first! ( I have no doubts about Olga however)
KenC

[LEGAL]

KenC,

Do not worry. I can  take a legitimate pride in his good breeding. For the last 6 months I have achieved a inconceivable success 

Olga.

[MaxxumUSA]

Turbo I didn't ask about inside or outside cabins, Olga and I will be getting an outside cabin with a balcony, that will cost more  

JB We can and will put this together.


LEGAL

As long as I have my honey here in time I will be happy to join.  I think we have enough time that I can plan on us joining 'yall. 

count me in.

- Dave

[Turboguy]

Maxxum,   Hope she is here and that you can make it.    You probably know you will need more than her just being here.   You will need to have the paperwork far enough along that she can leave the country and re-enter.

[MaxxumUSA]

Maxxum,   Hope she is here and that you can make it.    You probably know you will need more than her just being here.   You will need to have the paperwork far enough along that she can leave the country and re-enter.

Ok...  we will see.  If it is possible we will consider going.  If not...  then not.

[Bruce]

Darn, I want to go but it looks like wifey is too worried she'll be penalized in her classes etc.  Plus, she believes her folks will be here again.  We'll have to wait and see and book later if at all  . 

[KenC]

Bruce,
Are you sure about school over that time period?  Holiday break should be in full swing.  Also, if you book it now, with a deposit, you have until 10/15/07 to cancel with full refund.  You might want to rethink it. 
KenC

[KenC]

I decided to check into the Triumph a little more as I found Carnivals website a little lacking of information.  An independent website rates it 4 stars (out of a possible 5).  The ship is kind of old at 8 years (Derrick told me it was 5 BTW)  In cruising, newer is always better.  The rate that Derrick gave me is the same as can be found elsewhere on the Net too.  I am certainly not trying to knock anything here, just sharing information I have found.  Below is ship information listed on another site regarding the Triumph.
KenC

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Carnival Triumph
 

Sister ship to the Carnival Destiny, this megaliner boasts an outdoor entertainment area that's three football fields long. Among its features: several pools, Jacuzzis, a 214-foot spiral waterslide, shaded bars, cafe tables, stages, a dance floor and, of course, plenty of room for sunning. There's a three-level theater for Vegas-style shows and a club that features cabaret acts. Stop in at the Vienna Café for a cappuccino, catch up with your favorite team at the Sports Bar or have an after-dinner drink and cigar at the Oxford Bar. For kids, there's Children's World (an expanded Camp Carnival) and the cavernlike Underground Tokyo video arcade. Dining options include two traditional dining rooms, the bistro-style South Club Restaurant and the poolside 24-hour pizzeria and grill. Sixty percent of this ship's outside cabins have verandas.
 

 
 

 
 Ship Statistics 
  Year Built 1999   
  Refurbished 2000   
  Tonnage 101,509 tons   
  Registry Bahamas   
  Length 893 feet   
  Beam 116 feet   
  Passenger Capacity 3,427   
  Crew Size 1,100   
  Total Inside Cabins 530   
  Total Outside Cabins 849   
  Cabins & Suites w/ verandas 508   
  Suites 50   
  Maximum Occupancy per room 5   
  Age Restrictions All must be 21 or older or one must be 25 or older   
  Dinner Seatings 2   
  Seating Assignments Assigned   
  Dining Hours 6:00 p.m. & 8:00 p.m.   
  Dining Room Dress Code 7-day cruise: 2 formal nights, others resort casual. No shorts or t-shirts allowed during dinner.   
  Tipping Recommended? Yes   
  Tipping Guidelines $10 per guest, per day automatically charged to onboard account (amount can be adjusted according to quality of service received). 15% tip included on beverage orders.   
      Services & Amenities 
 Elevators    Yes   
 Hot Tub    7   
 Internet Access    Yes   
 Laundry/Dry Cleaning    Yes   
 Library    Yes   
 Movie Theatre    No   
 Onboard Weddings    Yes   
 Self Serve Laundromats    Yes   
 Shops    Yes   
 Showroom    Yes   
 Spa    Yes   
 Video Arcade    Yes   
 Bars/Lounges    17   
 Beauty Salon/Barber Shop    Yes   
 Casino    Yes   
 Chapel    No   
 Disco/Dancing    Yes   
 Fitness & Sports Facilities 
 Basketball Court    No   
 Fitness Center    Yes   
 Golf Simulator    No   
 Ice Skating Rink    No   
 Jogging Track    Yes   
 Mini-Golf Course    No   
 Rock Climbing Wall    No   
 Swimming Pool    3   
 Tennis Court    No   
 Water Sports Platform    No   
 Cabin Features & Amenities 
 24-Hour Room Service    Yes   
 Hair Dryer    Yes   
 Safe    Yes   
 Telephone    Yes   
 Television    Yes   
 Kids Facilities 
 Babysitting    Yes   
 Children's Playroom    Yes   
 Kiddie Pool    Yes   
 Supervised Youth Program    Yes   
 Teen Center    Yes   
 Special Needs & Requests 
 Adjoining Cabins
     (private connecting doors)    Yes   
 Kosher Meals    No   
 Single Occupancy Cabins    No   
 Single Share Program    No   
 Wheelchair-Accessible Cabins    30   
 




 
 

[catzenmouse]

Legal,
Just booked the suite next to you and Olga for Lena and I.  Derrick said we can open the door between the balconies if we wanted.  I told him that before I do that, I need to meet you first! ( I have no doubts about Olga however)
KenC

Oh Great!?!

 Now I wonder if they'll be any room to even step out on our balcony with both of you throwing your bottles on us....

Ken

[Turboguy]

Interesting that it was built in 1999 and refurbished in 2000.  Someone must have had a heck of a party in 1999.  I guess it will need refurbishing again in early 2008.

[Bruce]

Ken, thanks for the plug but her school starts right up on New Year's day and attendance is important there.  Thanks for the 10/15/07 info though.  Its a shame but between her school and MIL and FIL possibly comming again it looks like a no go.  Maybe in a few years.

Bruce

[groovlstk]

Bruce,

We can always get together and do a NY Waterway cruise some Saturday night to compensate! They're actually a lot of fun if there aren't many tourists on board.

[LEGAL]

I thought I would post some additional  information from carnivals web site   
 
   
   
The Carnival Triumph’s Great Cities of the World theme makes every cruise feel like an around-the-world adventure. Begin your amazing on board experience with dinner in the Paris Dining Room before seeing a Las Vegas-style show in the Rome Lounge before dancing the night away at Club Rio. Kick back in your extra-spacious stateroom or at the relaxing Spa Carnival. Book your cruise on the Carnival Triumph and experience the wonders of the world "Fun Ship" style. 
   

Gross Tonnage: 101,509
Length: 893 Feet
Beam: 116 Feet
Cruising Speed: 21 knots
Guest Capacity: 2,758 (double occupancy)
Total Staff: 1,100
Registry: The Bahamas

Capitol Lobby Bar
Rome Lounge
Hollywood Dance Club
World's Way Promenade
Olympic Bar
Club Monaco casino
California Wine Bar
Big Easy Bar
Venezia Jazz Bar
Club Rio
Oxford Bar
Washington Library



 

Rome Show lounge: 1,400 maximum guests fixed theater, 500 maximum guests reception, 300 maximum guests modified classroom
Club Rio Lounge: 400 maximum guests fixed theater, 425 maximum guests reception, 200 maximum guests modified classroom

Grand Lounge: 30 maximum guests fixed theater, 147 maximum guests reception, 30 maximum guests modified classroom

Dance Club: 50 maximum guests fixed theater, 211 maximum guests reception, 30 maximum guests modified classroom

Venezia Jazz Club: 40 maximum guests fixed theater, 81 maximum guests reception, 20 maximum guests modified classroom

Piano Lounge: 20 maximum guests fixed theater, 100 maximum guests reception, 15 maximum guests modified classroom

Card Room: 15 maximum guests fixed theater, 10 maximum guests modified classroom, 8 maximum guests board room

Washington Library: 15 maximum guests fixed theater, 10 maximum guests modified classroom, 8 maximum guests board room

Non private rooms
Internet cafe: 25 maximum guests modified classroom

Lido Deck: 600 maximum guests reception

Dining Room: 1,100 maximum guests dining or (fwd room) 742 maximum guests dining

Additional Meeting Space

Supper Club: 106 maximum guests reception

Conference Center: 100 maximum guests theater, 125 maximum guests reception, 60 maximum guests modified classroom

Dining Room Annex A: 28 maximum guests private dinner, 30 maximum guests
 
 
 
 LEGAL