My mom and i went on this cruise, vision of the seas to be exact. There was this assistant waitor and we were flirting non-stop.. I saw him 3 times everyday. He is also 13 years older than i am. I really like this guy but he is from India and im not sure if he has an arranged marriage already. After we left the cruise i gave him my email and within the next 3-4 days he emailed me back. He is sending me mixed signals. I dont know if he likes me like that or just as his email buddy. We've been emailng ever since and its been like a month. I dont know if i should stop talking to him. Its just he is 13 years older than i am and he's from india. I reallly like him!! It just feels kinda weird sometimes talking to a guy thats 13 yrs older than u are. please help me.........
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It does not sound like this relationship will make it very far. There isn't any harm in being pen-pals through email. But I think you have a better chance of finding love in the real world.
I would say continue talking to him if you want to, but don't hold back on any other guys. Keep dating if you find someone you enjoy being with. Maybe after a while things will progress with your Indian friend instead.
I suggest to take it easy and see where life takes you.
For now, don't give you friend too much personal information. It IS kind of suspicious that a man thirteen years older than you, who was serving on your cruise, is interested in you romantically. Be careful!
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It really depends how old YOU are...
If you're a minor, then I suggest you stop talking to him, especially if he's saying inappropriate things to you.
If you're an adult, then it's really up to your best judgement. If you think there's potential and you want to go through with it, then keep talking to him. But if you think there's nothing in your future with him, then you can phase him out. Talk to him less and less until you stop all together.
This whole situation seems a bit creepy, though, from my point of view. e_e
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well how old are you? cuz if you are younger then 17 then that would be a little werid... but even so.. if the relationship isnt going to go anywhere.. its time to move on to someone closer and better for you. If this guy lives in india and doesnt plan on moviing... then its not worth the effort to keep talking to him like something is going to come out of it.. you dont have to stop talking to him.. but dont just stick with him. Find someone better
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My Grandparents are 13 yrs apart and the most inlove couple I have EVER seen. they are soooo super cute together. One, though: how old are you? If you are under 18.... this could be kinda bad. You could always just ask him how he feels about you, though. e-mail is a lot easier to do that sort of stuff in than in person.
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AGE IS NOTHING BUT A NUMBER, BUT THE THING YOU HAVE TO WATCH WITH FROM PEOPLE FROM OTHER COUNTRIES, IF HE'S NOT FROM THE US IS THAT HE MIGHT TRY TO MARRY YOU TO BE A US CITIZEN. IM NOT REALLY SURE? BUT JUST AN IDEA! MY FIANCE IS 10 YEARS OLDER AND I DONT EVEN LOOK AT IT THAT WAY, SOMETIMES I THINK HE'S MY AGE BY HOW HE ACTS.
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if he is 13 years older than you and you went with your MOM?! you've got to be like, in your teens or something. he just wants to bone you.. and is a pedophile. don't pursue that, that's crazy. and gross.
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I dont think you should stop talking to him. but i do think that you should only talk to him as friends. i know you like him, but he is 13 yrs older than you.
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if your over 18 then try it and sees what happens. if your uncomfortable about it ask him several questions like, would like 2 to married, or something to that extent.
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A long distance relationship usually doesn't work but if you really like this guy and if you are not underage then see where it goes. You never know!!!!
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that so isnt' going anywhere. really I think you should find someone your own age that at least lives in the same country as you. He could be using you for immigration purposes you never know.....
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
Cruises-staterooms?
We have been on 3 cruises. We have been on two Royal Caribbean and 1 Holland America. On the 1st RC we just had 1 room for all four of us and that was just way too cramped. The 2nd RC we had 2 rooms, and that was a lot better, but it was still kinda annoying. On the Holland America one, we had adjoining rooms, and that was really nice. We like Royal Caribbean a lot better though. We might be going on the Vision of the Seas this summer-do they have adjoining rooms? We have been on Enchantment of the Seas, Mariner of the Seas, and then Holland America's Maasdam.
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Yes they definitely do have adjoining cabins. Book early to reserve them because those cabins usually sell out first.
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Every ship as adjoining cabins. There is a limited number in each catagory. So the sooner you book the better your chances of reserving one.
Ask you travel agent to find adjoining cabins and it is as easy as that!
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Yes they definitely do have adjoining cabins. Book early to reserve them because those cabins usually sell out first.
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Every ship as adjoining cabins. There is a limited number in each catagory. So the sooner you book the better your chances of reserving one.
Ask you travel agent to find adjoining cabins and it is as easy as that!
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Need cruise tips/advice please!?
I'm going on a cruise of the Mexican Riviera in Jan. Port stops are Cabo, Puerta Vallarta, and Mazatlan. The ship is the Vision of the Seas with R.C. Anyone been on this ship or to any of these towns? What are some cool things to do/see? I'm particularly interested in wildlife. Any general advice on cruising would be great as well! It's my first time!
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I have been on that very same cruise on that exact ship. My husband and I went on it for our honeymoon a couple years ago. Actually, we are 'loyal to Royal' and have cruise with them several times. My favorite ship so far in their fleet...Navigator of the Seas. (I've yet to sail on Freedom.)
First things first. You've asked about tips. Royal asks the following:
Suite attendant: $5.75 USD a day per guest
Stateroom attendant: $3.50 USD a day per guest
Dining Room Waiter: $3.50 USD a day per guest
Assistant Waiter: $2.00 USD a day per guest
Headwaiter: $.75 USD a day per guest
It adds up to about $70 total per person, and believe me, it's worth it. You can charge your tips to your seapass card and royal gives little vouchers and envelopes for you to give to your crew. You can always add a little cash to those you feel deserve more. We typically add another $20 to our stateroom attendant and sometimes waiters because they work so dang hard.
As for your stops, it's a great vacation all around. Cabo was my favorite stop because it's a small town and the water is so crystal clear. We went ocean kayaking there and it was the best thing we did on the entire trip. I highly recommend it.
Mazatlan is a big city. Around half a million people if I remember correctly. Take your time here to head up to the mountains and see some wildlife. You won't miss a lot here, IMHO, if you skip the city. We did a tour of the small villages around the mountains of Mazatlan.
In Puerto Vallarta, the most hilarious this about this stop is right next to the dock is a Walmart! We all got a chuckle out of that! Here, we did a tour of a tequila distillery, which was interesting. We also spent some time exploring on our own and had dinner at Senor Frogs. This is a good chance to eat out because you'll be there until about 11:00 at night.
Cruising is so much fun I can hardly begin to describe it to you! A couple of my suggestions:
* Pack a highlighter in your luggage. Royal gives you a 'Cruise Compass' which is like a little newspaper everyday that tells you what events are happening when and where. Highlight those you want to check out so you don't forget them. Don't try to do everything because you won't and you'll only wear yourself out.
* If you bunking in an inner cabin with no port, take a nightlight. Those cabins are VERY dark! We didn't expect it on our first cruise either! I couldn't even see my hubby to kiss him goodnight! We ended up leaving the bathroom door ajar with the light on.
* Take a small travel alarm clock. In those inner cabins, it's incredibly easy to sleep until noon with no sunshine coming in your room!
* If you want to take advantage of the ships spa, book your appointments during shore excursions. They always have good deals (like 1/2 off!) while everyone is at shore.
* A lot of shore excursions are very popular. If there's one you have your eye on, book it as soon as you can before it fills up. You can even book them online ahead of time, but I rarely find that necessary.
* For your first day of cruising, take a small carryon suit case and pack with it a change of clothes, a swimsuit, any medication you need, and anything you think you may need immediately on the ship. It takes several hours for the porters to get your luggage to your cabin. Remember, they've got thousands of pieces of luggage to sort out in a short time.
* Royal sells a $6/day soda pass. I've never thought it was worth it. There's always tea, lemonade, water and punch in the Windjammer. $6 a day turns to $50 a week and that just seems like a lot of money to me for pop! I'd rather drink a pina colada anyway.
* Always, always, always have your seapass card with you. It's your room key, your credit card, and you idtification while onboard the ship. With this you will need nothing else.
* There will be food, all the time. If you don't want to pack on too many extra pounds along the way, the easiest exercise is TAKE THE STAIRS!! You'll burn so many more calories this way, you'll see all the artwork at each deck, and you won't be standing around waiting in the always present lines for the elevators!
If you have anymore questions, feel free to contact me. I'd be happy to extend any more advice. Most of all, have fun! You're going to have an amazing time, believe me! Take plenty of film and batteries for that camera too!
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I have never been there, but when you are on the ship, wash your hands ALOT!
One time, I got sick, and it was REALLY bad.
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I just went on this cruise in October 2006 and I must say was the best cruise I have had yet... Service was excellent, staff was friendly as can be and lots to do on board.
Best port for excursion was in Cabo San Lucas - Do the Jeep Safari tour you will see some of the baja dessert some wildlife as well.
Mazatlan - I was unable to leave the ship was ill
Puerto Vallarta - Awesome place - Lots of beautiful scenery
While in route look for dolphins in the path of the ship that was the coolest thing seeing them jumping in and out of the waves of the ship.
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I have been to all three cities. In Cabo there are great tours that are offered at the pier where they take you to see the coastline, sea lions, pelican rock, and the tropical fish. Try the Glass Bottom boats. You can buy the same tour on the ship, but you pay twice as much.
Puerto Vallarta is very Americanized. You are going to see Blockbuster, Wal-Mart, Starbucks, blah blah blah. BUT go to downtown where the little shops are that was fun. Go do a Dolphin swim here. So much fun. Don't do a tour that only says encounter it must say swim or it is only like going to Sea-world.
In Mazatlan you should go see the cool divers. The jump off high rocks doing tricks into the ocean. That was cool. I think they were called the Papantla Flyers. And if you like Shrinp go to the shrimp Market. YUMMY! So good.
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I have been on that very same cruise on that exact ship. My husband and I went on it for our honeymoon a couple years ago. Actually, we are 'loyal to Royal' and have cruise with them several times. My favorite ship so far in their fleet...Navigator of the Seas. (I've yet to sail on Freedom.)
First things first. You've asked about tips. Royal asks the following:
Suite attendant: $5.75 USD a day per guest
Stateroom attendant: $3.50 USD a day per guest
Dining Room Waiter: $3.50 USD a day per guest
Assistant Waiter: $2.00 USD a day per guest
Headwaiter: $.75 USD a day per guest
It adds up to about $70 total per person, and believe me, it's worth it. You can charge your tips to your seapass card and royal gives little vouchers and envelopes for you to give to your crew. You can always add a little cash to those you feel deserve more. We typically add another $20 to our stateroom attendant and sometimes waiters because they work so dang hard.
As for your stops, it's a great vacation all around. Cabo was my favorite stop because it's a small town and the water is so crystal clear. We went ocean kayaking there and it was the best thing we did on the entire trip. I highly recommend it.
Mazatlan is a big city. Around half a million people if I remember correctly. Take your time here to head up to the mountains and see some wildlife. You won't miss a lot here, IMHO, if you skip the city. We did a tour of the small villages around the mountains of Mazatlan.
In Puerto Vallarta, the most hilarious this about this stop is right next to the dock is a Walmart! We all got a chuckle out of that! Here, we did a tour of a tequila distillery, which was interesting. We also spent some time exploring on our own and had dinner at Senor Frogs. This is a good chance to eat out because you'll be there until about 11:00 at night.
Cruising is so much fun I can hardly begin to describe it to you! A couple of my suggestions:
* Pack a highlighter in your luggage. Royal gives you a 'Cruise Compass' which is like a little newspaper everyday that tells you what events are happening when and where. Highlight those you want to check out so you don't forget them. Don't try to do everything because you won't and you'll only wear yourself out.
* If you bunking in an inner cabin with no port, take a nightlight. Those cabins are VERY dark! We didn't expect it on our first cruise either! I couldn't even see my hubby to kiss him goodnight! We ended up leaving the bathroom door ajar with the light on.
* Take a small travel alarm clock. In those inner cabins, it's incredibly easy to sleep until noon with no sunshine coming in your room!
* If you want to take advantage of the ships spa, book your appointments during shore excursions. They always have good deals (like 1/2 off!) while everyone is at shore.
* A lot of shore excursions are very popular. If there's one you have your eye on, book it as soon as you can before it fills up. You can even book them online ahead of time, but I rarely find that necessary.
* For your first day of cruising, take a small carryon suit case and pack with it a change of clothes, a swimsuit, any medication you need, and anything you think you may need immediately on the ship. It takes several hours for the porters to get your luggage to your cabin. Remember, they've got thousands of pieces of luggage to sort out in a short time.
* Royal sells a $6/day soda pass. I've never thought it was worth it. There's always tea, lemonade, water and punch in the Windjammer. $6 a day turns to $50 a week and that just seems like a lot of money to me for pop! I'd rather drink a pina colada anyway.
* Always, always, always have your seapass card with you. It's your room key, your credit card, and you idtification while onboard the ship. With this you will need nothing else.
* There will be food, all the time. If you don't want to pack on too many extra pounds along the way, the easiest exercise is TAKE THE STAIRS!! You'll burn so many more calories this way, you'll see all the artwork at each deck, and you won't be standing around waiting in the always present lines for the elevators!
If you have anymore questions, feel free to contact me. I'd be happy to extend any more advice. Most of all, have fun! You're going to have an amazing time, believe me! Take plenty of film and batteries for that camera too!
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I have never been there, but when you are on the ship, wash your hands ALOT!
One time, I got sick, and it was REALLY bad.
Answer :
I just went on this cruise in October 2006 and I must say was the best cruise I have had yet... Service was excellent, staff was friendly as can be and lots to do on board.
Best port for excursion was in Cabo San Lucas - Do the Jeep Safari tour you will see some of the baja dessert some wildlife as well.
Mazatlan - I was unable to leave the ship was ill
Puerto Vallarta - Awesome place - Lots of beautiful scenery
While in route look for dolphins in the path of the ship that was the coolest thing seeing them jumping in and out of the waves of the ship.
Answer :
I have been to all three cities. In Cabo there are great tours that are offered at the pier where they take you to see the coastline, sea lions, pelican rock, and the tropical fish. Try the Glass Bottom boats. You can buy the same tour on the ship, but you pay twice as much.
Puerto Vallarta is very Americanized. You are going to see Blockbuster, Wal-Mart, Starbucks, blah blah blah. BUT go to downtown where the little shops are that was fun. Go do a Dolphin swim here. So much fun. Don't do a tour that only says encounter it must say swim or it is only like going to Sea-world.
In Mazatlan you should go see the cool divers. The jump off high rocks doing tricks into the ocean. That was cool. I think they were called the Papantla Flyers. And if you like Shrinp go to the shrimp Market. YUMMY! So good.
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
Any teens? HELP?
im going on cruise. royal caribbean vision of the seas on july 27 - aug 2. i was wondering if any teens around the age 14 are going? cuz im not gonna know anybody there, just my family and i just want to know kids near my age before i go. also since im going to be going to the teen club, it would be fun to meet someone, you know? well if you are can you please email me to let me know. i really appreciate it thanks!
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Hey. Im sure that there will be teens your age. I am going on a cruise in August and im 16. I went on cruise critic on the meet and mingle forum and met some people my age that will be going on the same ship during the same week as me. Royal Caribbean is a popular cruise line and i am sure many families with people from all ages will be there. HAVE FUN ON YOUR CRUISE=]
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you meet tons of people
just dont be shy
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Hey. Im sure that there will be teens your age. I am going on a cruise in August and im 16. I went on cruise critic on the meet and mingle forum and met some people my age that will be going on the same ship during the same week as me. Royal Caribbean is a popular cruise line and i am sure many families with people from all ages will be there. HAVE FUN ON YOUR CRUISE=]
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you meet tons of people
just dont be shy
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