Archive for November, 2011

Kona Cafe

Posted in DISNEY DINING with tags , on November 8, 2011 by disneychronicles

at the Poly…

Stopped in to have a quick lunch. I have always been a fan of Ohana’s which is also at the Polynesian so I wanted to try the Kona Cafe.  I dropped in without a reservation and was seated quickly.  I ordered the  Polynesian Plate Lunch – $14.99
The Pan-fried Chicken with Coconut and Mango Sauces with Sticky Rice and Macaroni Salad.  The presentation was a little blah but the meal was FANTASTIC!

The waitress was great. She was attentive without being annoying. The usual kids-fare choices were available and a little Kona coffee for dessert made for a great end to the meal.  The only place it falls short is the atmosphere.  It is on the second floor and open to the lobby.  If they closed it off it would have a more intimate feel.  Regardless that small detail I will be back!


Carnival Triumph Review

Posted in EVERYTHING DISNEY with tags , on November 8, 2011 by disneychronicles

Stepping onboard I wasn’t sure what to expect.  I have to say I wasn’t exactly a “fan” of Carnival.  I had a previous experience that was not that wonderful.  Although I have to admit that with my expectations low I was pleasantly surprised!  The ship itself is much larger then I expected.

It was very clean and well taken care of.

I absolutely loved the Cities of the world theme.  Club Monaco is the casino, you can have dinner in the Paris dining room, and cocktails at the Venezia Jazz Club, Club Rio or the Big Easy Bar.  The elegant nine-deck-high Atrium and Capitol Bar provides easy access to the ship’s many public rooms and facilities. Wanna Dance? Hollywood Dance Club has you covered. Live bands and musicians, comedians, DJs, and magicians are onboard the Carnival Cruise ship Triumph to make sure you have a great time during your cruise.

Speaking of music, the Carnival Cruise ship Triumph Rome Lounge is a collage of costumes, music, lights, and dancing; you won’t want to get out of your seat until it’s time for the standing ovation. The Carnival Triumph has a loyal following of repeat cruisers and offers a perfect experience for a first-timer!

Camp Carnival’s activities for kids are as diverse as the adults’ and run from early morning until late at night. Children’s World, the main play area, has sand art, educational computer games and plenty of space for jumping and tumbling.

With four swimming pools, seven whirlpools, tons of bars, a giant casino and a daily schedule of activities that will make your head spin, the Triumph lives up to Carnival’s “Fun Ships” motto with gusto.

It’s also great that Carnival Triumph staterooms are, on average, 50% larger than those of any other cruise line!

In closing my opinion is  Carnival is best for people who want the flamboyance, razzle- dazzle and fun at a price sure to please the pocket book!

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Sponge Docks in Tarpon Springs, Florida

Posted in FLORIDA ADVENTURES with tags , , on November 4, 2011 by disneychronicles

We had a chance to visit the sponge docks today.  I wasn’t sure what to expect but was pleasantly surprised. This place feels like you were transported to Greece. Really it does!  The fishermen, sponges, boat rides, little shops, authentic music and the FOOD! ….did I mention the FOOD! More on that later!

How it all started….

Long before city planners built a seawall along the Anclote River in the 1920s, Greek sponge divers would steer their boats up to the sandy banks to unload their haul.

Over the years, the area at the Sponge Docks grew into a community gathering spot full of merchants selling everything from sponges to handmade soaps to traditional Greek cuisine.

Sponge Diving is Tarpon Spring’s Claim to fame. You can go on a dolphin sightseeing tour, sunset sail or even charter a boat for a fishing trip. When it’s time to eat there are many choices. A very popular place is Hellas restaurant.There are two entrances,one for the restaurant and another for the bakery. We stopped for Gyros at Yiannis and had tiramisu and espresso at Hellas! So good and so authentic! There are many restaurants and bakeries to choose from. I may have to choose different next time around just for the experience.

There is a history of sponge diving museum and an aquarium too. Parking is tight but there are several pay lots $2 – $5 for the day.

If you’re looking for a historic town with an “old” Florida feel this is it!

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Wanna go?…..761 Dodecanese Boulevard, Tarpon Springs Florida