Pineapple fresh
14 oz Lime fresh
0.4 oz Honey
1 oz Ginger fresh
0.1 oz Turmeric pinch
Peel and cut pineapple into large chunks Peel lime & deseed. For one glass of juice portion out all ingredients as per the ratio. Process through the juicer machine. Stir the extracted juice with honey and a pinch of turmeric powder and pour into the glass.
It's Cruise Day! We are ready to set sail from Port Canaveral, Florida on the beautiful Royal Caribbean, Mariner of the Seas! We are not going to let anything stop us, even hurricane Dorian! Our sailing was soon to be impacted by Hurrican Dorian's in multiple ways from the path and ports that we were supposed to visit, the length of our cruise and much more! It was a successful first day we even had the Key Program which was a great perk! Follow along as this three-day cruise turned into a six-day!
CRUISE SHIP PERFORMER LIVE TELL ALL WITH SPECIAL GUEST FRED BEVILL!
Join Alanna Zingano and the cruise community for a fun live stream this Tuesday night as we learn what it is like to be a cruise ship performer!
We have a special treat with FRED BEVILL joining us as he gives us a look into what it is like to be on tour and perform their acts while at sea!
Join us for our weekly cruise chat Friday night Livestream at 9p,m, EST! Follow along with Fred Bevill on all his social media!
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Port Tampa Bay donated more than 1,000 rolls of toilet paper to Feeding Tampa Bay so that the organization could distribute the much-needed supplies to its network of food banks throughout the region. The port was able to secure the toilet paper through their building supplier. A majority of Port Tampa Bay staff are currently working from home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, greatly reducing the need for toilet paper in the port’s administration building.
“Port Tampa Bay strives to be a good community partner and wanted to help our neighbors during this crisis. I am so pleased we were able to secure this donation to make life easier for those in need,” explained Paul Anderson, Port Tampa Bay CEO and President.
The port also provided rolls of toilet paper to staff in need. Port Tampa Bay staff are considered essential employees by the Department of Homeland Security and have continued to work during the pandemic to support the critical infrastructure needs of our community and region. You can learn more about their efforts here, Port Tampa Bay Remains Open for Business.
¾ cup sugar
4 eggs
1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
1 (13.5 oz) can coconut milk
½ cup shredded coconut (for garnish)
1 pinch of salt
Heat oven to 350 degrees.
Add sugar to a medium saucepan and cook over low-medium heat, stirring continuously to keep it from burning and sticking to the pan. When it’s done (about 10 minutes), it will be melted and caramel-colored.
Carefully pour melted sugar into flan pan.
In a medium mixing bowl, beat eggs, coconut milk, sweetened condensed milk, and salt until well blended.
Pour into flan pan, and then set flan pan into larger baking pan. Fill larger pan with 1 inch of hot tap water.
Bake uncovered for 45-55 minutes or until knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
While flan is baking, add shredded coconut to a dry skillet and cook on medium heat until the edges are toasted and starting to brown. Set aside as garnish.
Carefully remove from the oven and let it cool.
Chill for a few hours or overnight.
When ready to serve, run a knife around the edge of the flan to loosen it from the sides.
Fancy bonus! Garnish with toasted coconut and serve!
Cruise Line Also Announces Cancellation of Alaska Gulf Voyages, and Land and Sea program for First Time in Its History
SANTA CLARITA, Calif. – In continued response to the impact of the COVID-19 global outbreak and the recent order from the United States Centers for Disease Control (CDC), Princess Cruises is canceling all voyages through June 30, 2020. The cruise line had previously announced a voluntary pause for two months (60 days), impacting voyages departing March 12 to May 10, 2020.
In addition, Princess Cruises can confirm modifications to the Alaska season, which includes the cancellation of all Princess Alaska Gulf cruise and cruisetours. The five wilderness lodges, trains and buses operated by Princess in Alaska will not open this summer. We will continue round-trip sailings from Seattle to Alaska on Emerald Princess and Ruby Princess.
"This global outbreak continues to challenge our world in unimaginable ways. We recognize how disappointing this is to our long-term business partners and thousands of employees, many of whom have been with us in Alaska for decades," said Jan Swartz, president of Princess Cruises. "We hope everyone impacted by these cancellations – especially our guests, travel advisor partners, teammates, and the communities we visit – understand our decision to do our part to protect the safety, health and well-being of our guests and team. We look forward to the brighter days and smooth seas ahead for all of us."
Each ship will have a unique return to service date, based on the previously published cruise itineraries, with some modifications, departing after July 1. Details about the canceled voyages can be found here.
Princess Cruises is offering two cancellation options. Guests currently booked on these canceled voyages, who have paid in full, will receive a Future Cruise Credit (FCC) equivalent to 100% of the cruise fare paid and, as an added incentive, an additional 25% FCC. Guests must use their credits on a cruise that sails on or before May 1, 2022. No action is required for guests to receive this offer and they will be notified by e-mail once the credits have been issued.
Alternatively, guests can receive a full refund for all monies paid in full on their booking through this online form. Requests must be received by May 31, 2020, or they will receive the Future Cruise Credit option. Guests who have not yet paid in full will receive a refund of all monies paid.
Princess will protect travel advisor commissions on bookings for cancelled cruises that were paid in full, in recognition of the critical role travel advisors play in the cruise line’s business and success.
Princess asks guests to please delay in calling the Reservation Call Center due to high call volumes. Guests and their travel advisors will be sent communications on how to manage cancellations, rebook another voyage, or request a refund.
The most current information and instructions for booked guests affected by these cancellations can be found on Information on Impacted & Cancelled Cruises.
Like so many facets of life, travel has been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. Recognizing our responsibility and commitment to the health, safety and well-being of our guests, our team members and the global community, Princess Cruises has made the extremely difficult decision to cancel some cruises and cruisetours. We know you were looking forward to sailing with us, and we apologize and share in your disappointment over these cancellations. You don’t need to take any action to receive the default compensation offer. You can find out details of your compensation by clicking the link that matches sail date below.
View Details & List of Affected Cruises (PDF)
View Details & List of Affected Cruises (PDF)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Future Cruise Credit (FCC)?
A Future Cruise Credit (FCC) is essentially a voucher for future travel. It has a monetary amount associated with it, and it is provided in lieu of a refund.
How long will it take to get my refund or Future Cruise Credit (FCC)?
Given the volume of requests and the care being dedicated to ensure each one is handled accurately, it will take approximately 60 days for refunds and FCCs to be processed from the date we receive a guests preference. Please allow sufficient time for us to manage this process and know we are doing everything in our power to expedite where possible.
What if I cancelled a booking on a cruise that Princess is now cancelling?
You can check the relevant cruise details on this page to see if you qualify for any additional compensation.
Can I use my FCC to pay for more than one cruise?
Yes. If the amount of your credit is greater than the cruise fare of your new booking, you can apply the remaining FCC balance on additional future bookings up to the expiration date.
How will I know when my FCC is ready?
We will automatically take care of it and email you when it’s done. You can also log into your My Princess Account on princess.com to see your FCC balance.
If I make a new booking on princess.com, how do I activate my FCC? Do I have to call into the Contact Center?
Once your FCC has been built, the website automatically applies the FCCs available when you input your name and address. You don't even need to sign on. The website will pull these credits for all the eligible names provided during the booking process, including guests 2, 3, 4, and the balance summary will show the FCC as a line-item credit. If you do not want the FCC applied, you will need to call the Contact Center to have it removed.
How are FCCs distributed across the guests on my booking?
FCCs are given per person based on the cancellation fee calculated from your individual cruise or cruisetour fare.
What if I incur extra out of pocket expenses, such as air change fees, as a result of these cancellations?
We understand this change may cost you more than just the cancellation fee. We will reimburse air change fees, increased flight costs and non-refundable transportation expenses. Other expenses will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please complete and submit the Refund Request Guide & Form and any relevant receipts and documentation for review. Guests who purchased independent vacation travel insurance, should submit their claims through their carrier before submitting a reimbursement request.
What happens to my FCC if the booking I used it on cancels?
The Future Cruise Credit will remain attached to your profile until it expires. If you cancel a booking where you used an FCC, it goes back to your profile, and you can re-use it before the expiration date. In the event the original FCC is expired, it will be reissued with a new expiration date.
If I have an onboard credit (OBC) from a Future Cruise Deposit (FCD) on a booking that is cancelled, will the OBC be honored on my next cruise?
Ask Customer Relations, the group handling all such cases.
If I have used my Princess Cruises Gift Card to pay for my cruise and opted for a refund, how can I receive it? (North American Guests Only)
If you have your original Princess Cruises Gift Card, a credit will be added back to that card, so always hold on to your gift cards even after you fully use them. If you do not have the original card, contact Princess Cruises Gift Card Customer Service at giftcardsupport@princesscruises.com or 1-855-426-0168, and a new Princess Cruises Gift Card will be sent to you.
CRUISE SHIP PERFORMER LIVE TELL ALL WITH SPECIAL CHRIS BURKE
Join Alanna Zingano and the cruise community for a fun live stream this Tuesday night as we learn what it is like to be a cruise ship performer!
We have a special treat with Chris Burke joining us as he gives us a look into what it is like to be on tour and perform their acts while at sea!
Join us for our weekly cruise chat Friday night Livestream at 9p,m, EST!
https://www.chrisburkemusic.com/ https://www.facebook.com/chrisburkemusic/ https://www.youtube.com/user/chrisburkemusic https://www.instagram.com/chrisburkemusic/
CRUISE SHIP PERFORMER LIVE TELL ALL WITH SPECIAL GUESTS!
Join Alanna Zingano and the cruise community for a fun live stream this Friday night as we learn what it is like to be a cruise ship performer! We have a special treat with TWO special guests (Tricia Kelly and Brian Bradley) joining us as they give us a look into what it is like to be on tour and perform their acts while at sea! Join us for our weekly cruise chat
Friday night Livestream at 9p,m, EST!
Tricia Kelly https://www.facebook.com/Tricia-Kelly-Singer-129729393748729/ website: http://www.triciakelly.com/
Brian Bradley https://www.facebook.com/brian.bradley.921677 Website http://www.brianbradleycomedian.com/
Tuesday, March 24, 2020
MIAMI - Given global public health circumstances, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. has decided to extend the suspension of sailings of our global fleet.
We are working with our guests to address this disruption to their vacations, and we are genuinely sorry for their inconvenience. We are also working with our crew to sort out the issues this decision presents for them.
We expect to return to service on May 12, 2020. Because of announced port closures, we expect to return to service for Alaska, Canada and New England sailings July 1, 2020.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 14 minutes
Total: 29 minutes
Serves: 4
3/4 cup dark chocolate chips
3/4 cup butter
4 eggs room temperature
3/4 cup sugar
1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup flour
Preheat oven to 375-degrees.
Melt chocolate and butter in a small saucepan, cool 10 minutes.
In the meantime, in a separate bowl, whisk eggs and sugar together.
Add flour and whisk until flour is well mixed in.
When chocolate has cooled stir in egg mixture.
Fill 7 oz. ramekins about 3/4 of the way full with chocolate batter.
Bake for 14 minutes.
You may need to add an extra few minutes of baking time depending on your elevation.
The cake should be cake spongy on the top but the middle of the cake should be melty and gooey-the consistency of pudding, not too runny.
Do not let it overcook. Watch these babies closely!
Serve with ice cream or whipped cream.
If you would like to purchase the Relief Band 2.0, use the link below!
To assist guests' decisions regarding their upcoming cruise vacations during the evolving worldwide COVID-19 situation, Princess Cruises is temporarily making some changes to our cancellation policy for cruises and cruisetours departing between March 6 and May 31, 2020, and final payment terms for cruises and cruisetours sailing in June 2020.
The details vary by departure date. The following applies to new and existing bookings on cruises and cruisetours in all markets globally.
Date of Departure
Benefit
March 6 – 8, 2020 Cancel up to sailing date to automatically receive a Future Cruise Credit (FCC) for 100% of cancellation fees
March 9, 2020 - April 3, 2020Cancel up to 72 hours before sailing to automatically receive a Future Cruise Credit (FCC) for 100% of cancellation fees
April 4, 2020 - May 31, 2020Cancel by March 31 and automatically receive a Future Cruise Credit for 100% of cancellation fees
*Date of departure is from the start date of your cruise or cruisetour, whichever is earlier. Excludes charter cruises.
For guests that have already cancelled a March 6-May 31, 2020 cruise or cruisetour on or after January 20, 2020, they will automatically receive Future Cruise Credit (FCC) for 100% of cancellation fees; no need to call Princess.
Future Cruise Credits (FCC) are non-refundable and non-transferrable. They may be applied to any new or existing booking not yet paid in full on a Princess cruise or cruisetour departing on or before December 31, 2021. The FCC does not have to be used on the same itinerary that was cancelled.
Future Cruise Credits will automatically be applied to each guest’s Captain Circle account after they have cancelled. FCCs will not be available instantly and may take up to 10 business days to be processed; no need to call to Princess before this time.
Guests who choose to keep their booking on cruises or cruisetours as currently scheduled for departures between March 6, 2020 and May 31, 2020 will automatically receive the following Onboard Credit amounts:
$100 USD / $150 AUD per stateroom for 3 and 4 day cruises
$150 USD / $225 AUD per stateroom for 5 day cruises
$200 USD / $300 AUD per stateroom for 6 day and longer cruises
Guests will automatically receive their onboard credit amount on their folio, which may take up to several days after the ship has embarked.
Additionally, we are amending Final Payment on cruises and cruisetours sailing June 1 through June 30, 2020.
Date of Departure*BenefitJune 1, 2020 - June 30, 2020Final Payment moves to 60 days prior to sailing
*Date of departure is from the start date of your cruise or cruisetour, whichever is earlier. Excludes charter cruises.
To ensure we cover guests who already made final payment, the revised final payment date means no cancellation fees will be assessed until 60 days prior to sailing.
To review our complete Cancellation Policy for all departures, please refer to the Passage Contract.
For further information please visit: Cancellation & Final Payment Updates
Regent Seven Seas Cruises®, the leading luxury ocean cruise line, today announced a new temporary change to its cancellation policy to give luxury travelers additional time, if needed, to feel confident in their decision to sail on a currently booked Regent voyage or to sail on a future one.
Regent Reassurance includes all Regent voyages embarking March 10, 2020 through September 30, 2020. Guests who have paid in full on any of these voyages now have the option to cancel their voyage up to 48 hours prior to sailing and receive a 100% Future Cruise Credit, which can be applied to any new reservation within one year on any Regent voyage sailing between today and December 31, 2022.
Regent Reassurance is applicable to all existing and new reservations made by April 30, 2020.
“At Regent, our extended family of guests is always at the center of everything we do. With so much information coming from around the world very quickly regarding the global health environment, we understand our guests may feel uneasy about traveling,” said Jason Montague, president and chief executive officer of Regent Seven Seas Cruises. “Regent Reassurance is designed to provide our guests with maximum flexibility and give them the confidence to take a Regent voyage on the most luxurious fleet in the cruise industry.”
For further information please visit: Regent Reassurance
The “Cruise With Confidence” policy allows guests on Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, Azamara and Silversea to cancel up to 48 hours before a sailing. Guests will receive a full credit for their fare, usable on any future sailing of the guest’s choice in 2020 or 2021. The policy applies to both new and existing cruise bookings.
“Our previous policy set earlier deadlines for guests to cancel their cruises, and that added unnecessary stress,” said Richard Fain, the company’s chairman and CEO. “Trying to guess a month or more in advance where areas of concern about coronavirus might be is challenging for medical experts, much less a family preparing for vacation.”
“When circumstances are as fast-changing as they have been recently, it’s good to know you have the option to take a rain check,” Fain said. “We think putting more control in our guests’ hands helps them make informed decisions about whether to keep their existing vacation plans or trade out for a more convenient time or itinerary.”
In addition to easing concerns for booked guests, Fain said the policy would also give consumers more confidence in making new bookings, knowing that they could later adjust their plans without penalty.
The policy applies to all cruises with a sailing date on or before July 31, 2020 and will be offered by the company’s global brands: Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, Azamara and Silversea. Full details of the “Cruise with Confidence” policy can be found at the respective brand websites.
For further information please visit: Royal Caribbean Cruise with Confidence
We are back on the ship for the second half of our day aboard the Celebrity Equinox! This a wonderful 7-day cruise to the Western Caribbean. During this day 2, part 2 of the cruise vlog, we enjoy dinner in the main dining room and head to what becomes my favorite cruise performance, I have ever seen! Do you have a favorite show from a cruise?
