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wonderlesch · 10 months

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Amazing Travel Adventures - Maine

Amazing Travel Adventures - Maine is a travel destination guide sharing Maine's beauty, blueberries, horror stories and more. Let's travel Maine!

Hello, and welcome to Amazing Travel Adventures – Maine sharing My Travel Destination Guide for a few of my favorite things to do in Maine. Read on to explore Thunder Hole in Acadia National Park, Maine Botanical Gardens, L.L. Bean’s Flagship Store and so much more. Let’s travel Maine style! Thunder Hole Thunder Hole is a small inlet that is naturally carved out of the shoreline along Maine’s…

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buffetlicious · 2 years

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Maybe some sugary food to fast charge me. For his dessert, my roommate chose the Chocolate Pot de Crème. I was invited to try a spoonful and it was just like what my dining companion described - Like eating liquid chocolate.

Floating Island featured a silky meringue floating on vanilla cream sauce topped with spun caramelized sugar. Not a fan of it as it felt like eating an airy sugar laden puff of cloud. Every components of this dessert was sweet so I ended up quite surfeit after just a few mouthfuls. The Carrot Cake with cream cheese frosting and toasted walnuts fared much better.

Went up to Windjammer Marketplace as the earlier desserts did not meet my expectation. This cold bitter sweet Chocolate Soft Serve Ice Cream with chocolate toppings and crispy rice puffs managed to ease my urge and calm me down as we have three hands-on workshops side by side coming up.

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ryttu3k · 7 months

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Not a clue how many vegan followers who enjoy cruises I have, but I want to stick the pictures I took of the main dining room vegan options somewhere, and it may as well be here! We ate at the main dining room five of the seven nights. Will include the night, the official description, my image, and a brief thought.

This was for a seven-day Australian domestic cruise on Royal Caribbean's Brilliance of the Seas. The nights we skipped were days 4 (British night, vegan options were garden salad, butternut squash curry that was available in the buffet anyway, and a vegan berry sundae), and days 6 (Royal Night, the other formal night - vegan options were a citrus/avocado/melon salad, stuffed red bell pepper, and a chilled banana-cocoa custard). Our sailing did not include Mexican Night (disappointingly, some interesting stuff on there!) or Mediterranean Night (exact same items as Bon Voyage).

Day 1: Welcome Aboard

Starter: Roasted Tomato Soup. A blend of seasoned vine-ripened Roma tomatoes topped with crunchy garlic ciabatta croutons and basil pesto.

A very tasty small serve of soup.

Main: Herb-Crusted Stuffed Portobello. With vegan creamed spinach and fluffy vegetable couscous, baked until golden in marinara sauce and herb oil.

Whoops, I started on this one before I took a photo. It was very round! The couscous was good.

Dessert: Peanut-Caramel Bar. Crispy peanut butter rice square with a touch of maple syrup over a sweet mixed berry compote.

No compote, actual fresh berries. I do love peanut butter and caramel, although it did feel fairly simple.

Day 2: Italian Night

Starter: Golden Polenta Fries with Spicy Dip. Crispy baked corn polenta served with a chilled creamy hazelnut-red pepper spread.

Delish, the sauce was fantastic. Kind of wanted seconds.

Main: Vegan Spaghetti Bolognese. Al dente pasta in a rich marinara sauce with hearty mushrooms and a tofu crumble.

It was... edible! Bizarrely, the tofu crumble seemed to be silken tofu? I got the impression it'd be more parmesan-like. This one was just okay.

Dessert: Crumbly Oat and Berry Bar. Layers of jam and brown-sugar-crusted oats baked fresh and topped with berries and mint.

Very tasty, although again, it felt a bit basic (and there was no mint at all).

Day 3: French Night (formal)

Starter: Creamy Butternut Squash Soup. Roasted harvest squash blended with coconut milk topped with crisp toasted pumpkin seeds.

Only a small serve, but an excellent pumpkin soup.

Main: Spring Pea and Asparagus Risotto. Creamy short-grained rice in simmering pea and mint sauce with jumbo tender asparagus.

Felt... sparse. These are not jumbo asparagus, RC! The peas were either frozen or freeze-dried? Not great. Pretty disappointing for formal night.

Dessert: Dark Chocolate Chip Cookies. Homestyle favorite served with fresh raspberries.

These, at least, were delish. Raspberry, single, lmao. Odd choice for formal night, though.

Day 5: Caribbean Night

Starter: Green Lentil Soup. Hearty lentils simmered in a San Marzano tomato base with fragrant rosemary. AND Maple-Soy Tofu and Avocado Salad. Chilled marinated tofu tossed with plump grape tomatoes, ripe avocado, and toasted white sesame seeds.

Two, two vegan starters! Got both, for Science. The soup was delish, and the tofu was beautifully done, although avocado lovers would be deeply disappointed by only two little cubes.

Main: Stuffed Grilled Eggplant. Whole wheat couscous with pomegranate seeds and bell peppers layered inside grilled eggplant, with minted cucumber and a spring onion dressing.

No pomegranate to be found, but otherwise extremely tasty.

Dessert: Vegan Fudge Brownie. Rich chocolate brownie with sweet whipped cream and caramel sauce.

The 'cream' felt odd, but the giant scoop of ganache more than made up for it. Delish brownie, very fudgy and much better than the cakey brownies they had up at Windjammer.

Day 7: Bon Voyage

Starter: Pan-Seared Asparagus. Jumbo green asparagus with creamy white bean hummus and a hazelnut-basil pesto drizzle.

Again! These are not jumbo asparagus! Tasted great, especially the hazelnut pesto, and Mum and I both got seconds of it, just... not much to it.

Main: Vegetable Greek Moussaka. Layers of grilled eggplant, Roma tomatoes and tender potatoes and onion, topped with panko breadcrumbs and served with oregano-tomato salsa.

My favourite of the mains, really filling and tasty.

Dessert: Chocolate Cherry Tart. Vanilla tart shell with rich dark chocolate ganache and cherry filling, sweet whipped cream and lemon zest.

No lemon zest, but there was a maraschino cherry! Very tasty, albeit quite hard to eat! (The ganache would slide around on top of the cherry filling.) The whipped cream was a bit overly sweet.

Overall thoughts

Not bad, and there has at least been an attempt! Some items were... weirdly sparse, like the formal night risotto, and the starter serves were sometimes tiny. Also, they do not know the meaning of 'jumbo asparagus', apparently. Some pretty decent desserts, albeit some quite simple. On the plus side, it's not just a scoop of lemon sorbet or some fruit!

Vegans won't go hungry, although you may want a protein shake or bar or something too.

#vegan #food #royal caribbean #travel

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charlesandmartine · 1 year

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Saturday 24th June 2023

Our last full day on board the good ship Brilliance of the Seas. It's a three horse race now back to Vancouver. Holland and Barrett is in sight but Celebrity is playing a cool game. We don't know where they are.

The ship seems to be in an end of term day today. The obese are trying to get more obese in Windjammer concerned that from tomorrow their diet will depend entirely on McDonald's fare. After yesterday's excitement in Ketchikan, we spent the day in quietude reading and listening to Sigovia Carpet, the classical guitarist performing his art in the main auditorium.

It's been a good cruise. We have felt more comfortable on this ship than we did earlier in the year on Ovation of the Seas. The key points for cruising in the future are: no more than 2500 guests, always eat breakfast and evening meal in the main dining room where there is a starched white table cloth - not Windjammer, don't choose a ship with a curly wurly slide on top deck, make sure there are quiet areas, don't ever buy a drinks package, don't pay for anything on board except the odd bottle of SB always check if there's a cheaper alternative to the ship's excursions, be clear about the gratuities costs.

We have most certainly seen places that would be impossible/ difficult/ expensive to get to in Alaska any other way than a cruise. Alaska is an amazing place and we wished we could have spent more time exploring it, but see above it might not be possible. We would highly recommend this trip and we are so pleased we made it. Now we have exploring to do in the Rockies.

ps. Close of business, the positions are as follows:

In first place - Holland and Barrett

Second - Brilliance of the Seas

Third - Celebrity Eclipse

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lostlevelsclub · 6 months

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Pre-Chat: Recap, RE: Cruise and Replaced by AI

Mike and Ting talk about Spotify Wrapped, cruise holidays and Pictionary vs AI.

NOTE: this is the pre-episode warm up chat for 2023 Wrap Up.

Contact us: @lostlevelsclub or [email protected]

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Atomic Habits: An Easy and Proven Way to Build Good Habits and Break Bad Ones

The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck: A Counterintuitive Approach to Living a Good Life

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UNLEASHED - 13. Unleashed (YouTube)

Grouplove - Tongue Tied [OFFICIAL VIDEO] (YouTube)

The Super Mario Bros. Movie (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) - YouTube

Wet Leg - Chaise Longue (Official Video) (YouTube)

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Jackbox Games - Drawful

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healthstyle101 · 8 months

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1 dead, 3 hurt after historic schooner’s mast collapses off Maine coast

Historic Vessel's Mast Tragedy: One Dead, Three Injured In a devastating incident, the main mast of the historic excursion vessel, Grace Bailey, splintered and collapsed onto the deck, claiming one life and injuring three individuals. The tragedy unfolded as the vessel was returning from a four-day cruise, leaving passengers in shock and sorrow. Swift Response by Coast Guard Immediately following the catastrophic mast failure, a nearby Coast Guard vessel swung into action, swiftly evacuating the injured passengers. The vessel's owner expressed their deep sorrow in a statement. Fatal Outcome and Hospital Transports Regrettably, one person succumbed to their injuries, and three others were rushed to hospitals on Monday. A helicopter was dispatched to transport one of the injured, while the remaining two received medical attention at a local hospital, as confirmed by the Rockland Fire Department. Damage to the Vessel Subsequently, the Grace Bailey was towed into Rockland Harbor, bearing visible damage as images online revealed the splintered top of its main mast. The Grace Bailey and the Windjammer Fleet The Grace Bailey is a significant member of Maine's windjammer fleet, comprising sailing vessels that offer coastal excursions to passengers. Investigation Underway As authorities report, the upper section of the mast broke and fell onto the Grace Bailey, leading to one fatality and multiple injuries. The boat's captain, Sam Sikkema, expressed his devastation, emphasizing the paramount importance of passenger safety. Puzzling Incident The cause of the mast failure remains a mystery to the vessel's operators, who are equally puzzled by the tragic turn of events. The Coast Guard has announced a thorough investigation into the incident, with the names of the victims yet to be released. Grace Bailey's Background With a length of 118 feet, the Grace Bailey can accommodate up to 29 passengers, according to its official website. It was constructed in Long Island, New York, back in 1882. Read the full article

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deestimes · 8 months

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Living the Dream Year 3 Day 145 – Day 4 of nine-night Canada and New England Cruise - Portland, Maine

Year 3 Day 145 – “Living the Dream”. Sunday, 9/24/2023. Good morning, Portland, Maine. We are up early at 6:30am. Yes, even though the app says the Windjammer opens at 7am for breakfast they are in fact open at 6:30. How beautiful the Portland Harbor and Casco Bay is. We enjoy the views and the light houses as we eat Breakfast and pull into port. As we get closer to the port there are some…

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mortraveling · 1 year

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The Best of Summer in Maine

The Best of Summer in Maine Maine comes alive in the summer, offering natural beauty, outdoor adventures, and small-town charm. From the coast to the mountains, there are many wonderful places to explore during the warmer months. Here are some of the best spots to visit in Maine this summer. Acadia National Park Maine’s only national park is one of the top destinations, with stunning scenery and activities for everyone. Hike the trails of Mount Desert Island, including the stunning Ocean Path and Gorham Mountain Trail with panoramic views of the Atlantic. Go biking on the 45 miles of carriage roads, open only to walkers, bikers, and equestrians. Rent bikes in nearby Bar Harbor. Take a whale watching or puffin cruise to spot wildlife in their natural habitat. Relax on the pink granite shores of Sand Beach or Echo Lake Beach. Stay in Bar Harbor or Northeast Harbor, two charming towns on the doorstep of the park. Portland Explore the cobblestone streets of the Old Port, lined with boutiques, art galleries, and restaurants. Take a food tour and sample your way through the city’s amazing culinary landscape. Or just grab a lobster roll, Portland’s signature sandwich. Check out a show at the historic State Theatre or Portland Stage Company. Visit the Portland Museum of Art, home to works by Monet, Renoir, Wyeth, and Maine artists. Take a ferry to the Calendar Islands in Casco Bay for beaches, hiking, and seafood shacks. Camden and Rockland The harbor towns of Camden and Rockland on Penobscot Bay are perfect for a summer escape. Go sailing in picturesque Camden Harbor or take a windjammer cruise along the coast. Hike in Camden Hills State Park for panoramic views of the bay. Explore the Farnsworth Art Museum and Wyeth Center in Rockland, dedicated to Maine's artistic heritage. Indulge in a lobster dinner or picnic on the shore. Stay at a quaint B&B, like the Hartstone Inn in Camden or Berry Manor Inn in Rockland. Rangeley Lake Region For outdoor adventure without the crowds, head to the Rangeley Lake Region in Maine’s western mountains. Go boating, swimming, or fishing on the crystal-clear waters of Rangeley Lake, Aziscohos Lake or Mooselookmeguntic Lake. Hike through pine forests and mountain vistas on the Appalachian Trail or Bald Mountain trail. Spot moose, loons, and bald eagles in their natural habitat. Take an exhilarating whitewater rafting trip down the Kennebec or Dead Rivers. Relax with a local craft beer at Saddleback Brewing Company or in the cozy pubs of Rangeley or Oquossoc. Rent a lakefront cabin or stay at the classic Rangeley Inn for a perfect summer escape. Deer Isle and Stonington For a quieter coastal getaway, head to Deer Isle and the picturesque fishing village of Stonington. Go sea kayaking to spot harbor seals and coastal birds in their natural habitat. Take a boat tour to Isle au Haut or Acadia National Park. Explore coastal trails at Crockett Cove Woods or Barred Island Preserve. Indulge in fresh lobster, fish, and farm produce at casual seafood shacks like Fisherman's Friend or Aragosta. Stay at the Inn on the Harbor in Stonington or the Pilgrim's Inn, a historic B&B. Shop for local crafts at the Deer Isle Artists Association Gallery. With its natural beauty and small-town charm, Maine offers an idyllic summer escape. There’s something for everyone, from the coast to the mountains and beyond. Have a wonderful trip! via Blogger https://ift.tt/5VlkdND May 18, 2023 at 07:54PM

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goingplacesfarandnear · 3 years

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Six Bonuses of Sailing on a Fall Foliage Maine Windjammer Cruise

Each month has its draws, but for many, fall is the best time of the year for a cruise with the Maine Windjammer Association fleet. © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com Maine’s Midcoast, and the Penobscot Bay region glows in the harvest hues of Mother Nature’s fall colors from mid-September through October. From the water, the Maine Windjammer Association captains watch as color sets in and…

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ltwilliammowett · 3 years

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Windjammer

The term Windjammer was used from 1500 onwards for all sailing ships with square sails as they could sail better in the wind than those with lateen sails. The term is derived from wind and jam, which means to press against the wind. However, the word is also readable in German and means moaning (jammer) in the wind, which referred to the sound of the wind in the sails.

From the middle of the 19th century onwards, the ships that came after the clipper were called Windjammers (today, this type of ship is meant by these term and no longer all square rigged ships) These ships had a comparatively rectangular hull but with the concave clipper bow, with wide holds and sails that made do with fewer personnel, which was also realised by the four-mast concept - the huge canvas of the partly over-rigged clippers was distributed over four masts in the larger windjammer units, the four-masted full-rigged ships and four-masted barques, which were, however, approximately the same size, while the main mast dominated in the clipper.

At first, they were very much designed for transporting goods and were supposed to be able to carry as much as possible.

Port of Hamburg around 1900 with a fleet of Windjammer, by unknown (x)

It was only later that the speed aspect was added. They were mainly used for long distances for which steamships did not had the fuel capacity during the 1800s and were very successful in doing so, but many were lost during the First World War and the shipowners were no longer willing to build new ones at these time as the engines of the steamers were increasingly capable of travelling longer distances.

Afterwards, just a few windjammers were built for training purposes for the merchant and war navies, many of which are still in use today or have earned their place as luxury cruise ships.

#naval history #windjammer #mid 19th century #age of sail #age of steam

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charminglyantiquated · 4 years

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hey! so im writing a story that might require a tallship/windjammer to sail in the winter and im trying to do research on how viable that would be/what kind of prep the ship would need for it, but all my searches lead to summer cruise results. do you have any knowledge to impart, or anywhere you could direct me for better research? thank you so much! love ur stuff btw 💙💙

Hi! It’s definitely feasible to sail tall ships in the winter. You won’t find a whole lot of that in the present day because for the casual passenger out for a pleasure sail, being on the ocean in winter is a fairly miserable experience, so it’s not generally worth selling tickets. Nevertheless, it’s definitely possible!

Note - I loathe the cold, and have done my absolute best to avoid it - it took a global pandemic to force me back to New England before April. So my own experience is limited to, at worst, early November. That said, sailing in late fall included having to break ice off the lines in the morning (and break the ice in the barrel of drinking water we had on deck), and keeping our Franklin stoves going to keep the boat comfortably heated for passengers - the cook’s huge woodstove in the daytime, and the smaller one in the main salon overnight. The weather (at least off New England) gets much rougher in winter, as well. Besides preparing for that (keeping an eye on the weather, limiting the number/size of sails in use so the boat isn’t overwhelmed) and the crew dressing warm and watertight, I’m not sure what other specific preparations would be in order.

One possible resource you could check out is the Bark Europa, which in normal years does trips through Antarctica. Some digging also turned up the Antigua, which apparently sails in the Arctic. I’m not sure if they’re available to answer questions, but it couldn’t hurt to drop a line and see!

One of my captains once described to me what it was like to sail in the snow - how it’s the only time you can really see how the wind moves between the sails. I think it would be worth the cold to see that, if only once.

#schooner bum life #birdybirdnerd

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buffetlicious · 2 years

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The unpleasant odour forced us back into the ship’s interior, just in time for breakfast at the Main Dining Room. Was rather surprised that we were the first in the queue. Guessed the rest went with the all-you-can-eat buffet at Windjammer Marketplace. The waiter recommended their Danish pastries and croissants, so we got a plate of it. Pretty decent tasting if you asked me, will be better if warmed up first. Colleague had the Seasonal Fruit Plate and The Classic Benedict – two poached eggs, bacons and creamy hollandaise sauce on toasted English muffins.

Me, I opted for the Express Breakfast with two glossy scrambled eggs, not crispy at all bacons, very tough smoked sausage links, crispy hash brown and half a grilled tomato. Other than the bacons and sausages, I enjoyed the other three items.

Roommate wanted to go Windjammer Marketplace for the Milk and Yogurt. I had the peach flavoured yogurt and it tasted horrible, nothing like the fruit at all. Gotten the same answer from my colleague too. Pineapple one fared a little better but it won’t topple Meji yogurt from my list.

Tea Leaf Egg or Tea Egg (茶叶蛋) wasn’t prepared the correct way. Putting the whole eggs intact in the tea leaves soup did almost nothing for the eggs. The correct method is to boil the eggs first in water then crack the shell and boil/soak them in tea. Cracks in the shell allows the tea mixture to seep in creating the marble-like patterns and imparting the flavours. Sorry, I didn’t show you the deshelled egg as the shell was stuck to the egg white so there were many holes and “craters” trying to peel it. :(

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charlesandmartine · 1 year

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Monday 19th June 2023

A day all at sea is a commodity needing serious planning. We slept in but were in time to join happy campers in the main dining room. As a feeding forum this is by far the most gentile option on board compared to Windjammer where the object of the exercise is see how tall and diverse a pile of food could be collected from a selection of counters onto one average sized bit of porcelain and conveyed without loss back to a table. A feat perhaps more difficult than you might think especially considering the waddle required for an oversized person to negotiate a straight line against the sway of the boat. Not a pretty picture and not one repeated in our dining room where eager young waiters flit around the white table cloths taking orders and dispensing more modest meals to a far more discerning clientele. So it was that around 10.15 we removed ourselves from the hallowed confines of our breakfast experience.

Further exploration of the ship produced the location of the gym where we intended to go later in the day. Others commenced line dancing in the auditorium; an ancient art of foot shuffling to music with a woman in a black leotard yelling instructions.

Overnight we had lost sight of Celebrity Eclipse, but in our wake Holland America was still close by. No doubt a novice navigator on board nervous of being alone in this vast ocean. Before sunset yesterday we had been following the inner passage between Vancouver Island and the Mainland but now we are out into the vastness of the North Pacific Ocean heading towards the Gulf of Alaska. Then by midday all signs of Holland and Barrett had gone.

Since days at sea time management can appear to be dictated by mealtimes, we decided a hurricane swept turn around the decks would be advantageous; more accurately 12 turns around the deck 12, equalling one hour, then lunch in case too many calories had been indudiciously burned, then back to reading our books. An American woman chirruped that she thought she had seen at distance the blow spout of a whale, but I think she'd made that up.

Ovation of the Seas was large brash and noisy. Brilliance is far smaller and sedate and whilst it does not necessarily conduct itself across the ocean in complete silence, it was possible to relax in the main auditorium in comfortable armchairs and read whilst a musician scratched a living playing melodic classical guitar several floors below. Girl from Ipanema, Cavertina, Moon River; generally lulling rifts designed for rest and relaxation. Then an American girl with loud gob got up on stage and announced it was time to get the party started. We left.

The gym became a quieter refuge to repair to and vital calories were worked off before dinner. Tonight was the first formal night of the cruise although not many DJs as far as I could see. Just as well I didn't make the effort. Then to the show where there was a shy retiring little thing called Michelle Murlin who screeched a load of songs at us until we could take no more and left the theatre.

Tomorrow we dock at Sitka for a grand day out bear watching, not forgetting of course to put the clocks back one hour tonight.

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josephinebardot · 3 years

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THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO DINING ON A CRUISE WITH KIDS

The best part of a family vacation is all the new experiences you share together. But sometimes that same excitement doesn’t apply to mealtime, where new foods can be a challenge for the littlest travelers. At the Dolphin cruise in St Pete Beach FL, there are so many choices for delicious dining that every meal can be easy — even with a picky eater in tow.

WINDJAMMER

When you’re on vacation with your family, it can be tough to find a casual, no-fuss restaurant that caters to everyone in the group. Windjammer is the perfect spot for just that. Every cruise ship in the fleet has one, and they all offer complimentary breakfast, lunch and dinner in a laid back self-serve buffet-style setting kids love.

In the mornings, you’ll find stations heaped with traditional breakfast options like eggs, bacon, yogurt, fresh fruit and cereal, plus dishes from around the world, like Italian rope sausage, sugar-dusted Berliners, and southern-style fried chicken and waffles.

On some ships, there’s even a made-to-order omelet station. There is also plenty of choices for the little ones, including traditional pancakes and waffles.

THE MAIN DINING ROOM

Like Windjammer, the Main Dining Room is another fleetwide complimentary dining option that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with lots of variety to choose from.

While most cruises host a formal night that allows guests the option to get glammed up, the usual attire when having dinner in the Main Dining Room is resort casual — that means sun dresses, nice slacks, blouses and collared shirts. Breakfast and lunch allow for more relaxed attire.

With its sophisticated décor and personalized wait service, the atmosphere in the Main Dining Room is more upscale than the casual vibes you’ll experience at Windjammer, but it’s still a family-friendly dining option for anyone traveling with small kids.

Breakfast and lunch in the Main Dining Room both offer the choice between a self-serve buffet of classic hot and cold dishes and à la carte menu items.

The dinner menu features a rotating assortment of global selections and classic staples that don’t change, all of which are completely customizable to suit your preferences or dietary needs. And for little ones, a kids’ menu highlights easy-to-eat comfort foods like chicken tenders, burgers, pizza, spaghetti and more.

BEST BITES WHEN YOU’RE ON-THE-GO

CAFÉ PROMENADE

Café Promenade is another casual complimentary option available on all Oasis Class ships, as well as Quantum, Freedom and Voyager Class ships. Open 24 hours every day, it steals the title of ‘most convenient’ snack-spot onboard. Whether you feel like indulging in breakfast pastries with your morning cup of coffee, light sandwiches at lunch, a sweet treat or a glass of your go-to wine, you can count on Café Promenade to cater to every craving, no matter what time of day.

JOHNNY ROCKETS

At Johnny Rockets, you can treat yourself and your little ones to rich handspun milkshakes, perfectly grilled burgers, and crispy golden waffle fries served with an extra dose of quintessential Americana.

This iconic retro-inspired diner is the perfect place to stop in with the kids for a quick bite and a side of nostalgia. Johnny Rockets has a modest cover charge for lunch and dinner, and offers complimentary breakfast on Allure, Harmony, Oasis and Symphony of the Seas.

SORRENTO'S

Sometimes, nothing beats the classic simplicity of a well-made pizza — and that’s exactly what you’ll find at Sorrento’s. This popular onboard eatery elevates every slice to delicious new heights. Baked in a stone oven and topped with the freshest ingredients, the pies at Sorrento’s hit the spot whether you’re stopping by for a quick snack with your little ones in between onboard thrills, or satisfying late-night cravings after an evening spent dancing at Boleros or Club Twenty while the kids are having a blast at Adventure Ocean.

And while pizza is certainly the star attraction at Sorrento’s, you’ll also find a variety of antipasti, salads and desserts — all complimentary, of course.

PARK CAFÉ

All Oasis Class ships have a complimentary Park Café — you’ll also find it on some Radiance and Vision Class ships. In the mornings, Park Café serves cereal, sweet treats and some hot dishes. It’s also the only restaurant onboard with a full bagel station. But the real star of the show at Park Cafe is the legendary Kummelweck.

Featuring two slices of roast beef, slow roasted for 12 hours and placed on a fresh baked roll, this lunchtime sandwich has become something of a fan favorite. The restaurant also serves healthy made-to-order salads, fresh-pressed panini and deli classics.

DOG HOUSE

If you think this is your average hot dog stand, think again. A favorite among cruisers, The Dog House is all about making lip-smacking gourmet sausages packed with flavor and inspired by different places around the world — like “The Sicilian,” made with pork, garlic, oregano and Italian spices in a parmesan and cheddar baguette, “The Big Apple,” a chicken sausage blended with juicy bits of apple, and the bestselling “Wünderdog,” made in the traditional Austrian style with 100% delicate veal.

This quick and easy casual spot available on selected ships is a favorite grab-and-go dining option that’s popular among little kids, teenagers and adults. Dog House serves up specialty hot dogs and sides like sauerkraut, sautéed onions and potato salad every day for lunch and dinner, and it’s all included in your cruise fare.

EL LOCO FRESH

As far as grab-and-go dining options are concerned, El Loco Fresh is a proven hit among kids. True to its name, the all-new El Loco Fresh serves up insanely delicious Mexican fare like savory beef burritos, flavor-filled fish tacos, tasty carnitas and cheesy quesadillas — not to mention classic mole sauce, creamy and refreshing guacamole and a salsa bar that caters to all levels of spice lovers.

Open daily for lunch on Symphony and Navigator of the Seas, El Loco Fresh is a great complimentary option for explorers of all ages.

FAVORITES THE WHOLE FAMILY WILL LOVE

PLAYMAKERS SPORTS BAR & ARCADE

Playmakers Sports Bar & Arcade doesn’t just deliver on delicious food kids will love — it also offers endless hours of entertainment for adventurers in every age group. The à la carte menu spotlights game day classics like buffalo wings, sliders and the signature Playmakers Burger, which adults can pair with icy cold domestic and international drafts.

Kid-friendly options off the Pee Wee menu include cornflake-breaded chicken tenders and a juicy all-beef Home Run Hamburger that’s the perfect size for little hands and smaller appetites.

For dessert, kids can dig in to the Campfire Cookie — a warm homemade chocolate chip delight topped with gooey melted marshmallow and rich Nutella — or the massive perfect-for-sharing Touchdown Sundae, served in a mini football helmet. Once you and your squad are done chowing down, the whole family can get their game on in the arcade with a round of Skee-ball, Connect 4, Ms. Pacman or Super Mario Racing — the list goes on.

ITALIAN FAVES: JAMIE’S ITALIAN BY JAMIE OLIVER AND GIOVANNI’S KITCHEN

If you’re in the mood for homemade flavors inspired by the Mediterranean, it doesn’t get better than the two Italian dining concepts Royal Caribbean has brought to life onboard: Jamie’s Italian by Jamie Oliver and Giovanni’s Table.

Helmed by one of Britain’s most famous celebrity chefs, Jamie’s Italian serves Tuscan-inspired dishes on Harmony and Symphony of the Seas, the Royal Amplified Mariner and Navigator of the Seas, and Quantum Class ships, while Giovanni’s Table spotlights rustic trattoria-style classics on Oasis and Allure of the Seas, all Voyager and Radiance Class ships, plus several others across the fleet.

Both are smart casual specialty restaurants that offer hearty Italian comfort food like lasagna, bruschetta and homemade focaccia, antipasti and salads, and a delicious selection of pasta often served family-style so that it’s perfect for sharing.

If you’re dining with a group at Jamie’s Italian, you should definitely order the Famous Plank — a shareable app loaded with cured meats, artisanal cheeses and tart pickles.

A SWEET BONUS ON SYMPHONY OF THE SEAS

SUGAR BEACH

If you happen to be cruising onboard Symphony of the Seas or the newly amplified Navigator of the Seas and you have a sweet tooth, you’ll definitely want to check out Sugar Beach on the Boardwalk. Stocked from floor to ceiling with all kinds of creative confections and indulgent ice creams, this new addition to the Royal Caribbean roster of edible delights is a can’t miss stop for a decadent pick-me-up.

In this colorful candy oasis, both children and adults can treat themselves to tasty sweets priced by the ounce or per piece. The shop also regularly hosts family-friendly activities, like cupcake decorating classes.

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goingplacesfarandnear · 4 years

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Two Historic Maine Windjammers Begin Sailing this Season

Maine Windjammer cruise aboard the historic Stephen Tabor (c) Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.

Rockland, ME – Two of the eight members of the historic Maine Windjammers fleet have opted to meet the stringent standards in wake of the COVID-19 health emergency and sail in 2020: the Stephen Tabor and the Ladona.

Usually the “fit out” season to get boats ready for sailing goes from March…

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#historic sailing ships #Maine tourism #Maine Windjammer Association #Maine Windjammer cruises #travel in a time of pandemic

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mccooltravel · 3 years

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Love for Travel, Happy Moments

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Iconic sights, everyday, special treats, food and drink, people. Ford Mustang upgrade Wine saying on receipt Fresh muffins at Bay Town Inn Real coffee mugs at 250 Maine Ginger whoppee pies on Maine Windjammer Connecting with people on a cruise and then meeting with them years later in their or your hometown. Recognizing people from prior trip. And enjoying the second (etc) sightings,…

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