In the hospital, when somebody calls “code blue” in most facilities that means “cardiac arrest” or something of similar severity. On cruise ships, “code red” is the highest of three color codes (green and yellow are 1 and 2), all of which have to do with sickness (norovirus) and/or cleanliness — even though in some… Continue reading Red's the Color…for Norovirus
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Fore! Here's a Jolly Good Cruise Plan
Let’s face it. In many households, “golf” is THE four-letter word. It can be embraced by the male, despised by the female. In the man’s perfect world, it would be a shared passion. In many households, “cruise” can also be a four-letter word, if you know what I mean. It can be embraced by the… Continue reading Fore! Here's a Jolly Good Cruise Plan
The Rescue of Three Men and a Cat
Here’s a trivia question about cruise ships for you and, so far, there is no answer: How long will it be until the latest cruise-ship rescue is on YouTube? Answer: Keep watching. The rescue took place on Saturday. A boat with three men and a cat (no, not a baby) sent a distress call on… Continue reading The Rescue of Three Men and a Cat
Cruise Movie a Mystery Unfolding
We had a call on the weekend, from an unimpeachable source, telling us that a cruise ship is being used as a movie set. This in itself is not a big deal, except that nobody seems to know much about this movie, including that part of it will be filmed on a luxury cruise ship.… Continue reading Cruise Movie a Mystery Unfolding
Cruising Notes on the Boats
The right price………………………………………………..……$169 January 24, 2011: 4 nights…….Ship: Norwegian Sky……..Departure: Miami return Bonus: Up to a 4-category upgrade; balconies just $399………Contact: icruise.com * * * Had we only known. One of us is celebrating a birthday in a couple of days. Instead of being wined and dined at home by the love of his life,… Continue reading Cruising Notes on the Boats