russianrex

We have sailed with Seabourn many times in the past ten years. We were lucky to take our very first cruise with the line and have not strayed very far, because we love the helpful, friendly staff and the relaxed atmosphere on the ships. It is not stuffy or overtly formal. We have made friends from around the world, and have taken other holidays with them. We are fairly unassuming, and we usually are happy to join shared tables both in the Main Dining Room and the Colonnade. On the Encore recently we had a great team for Trivia, just assembled randomly, and had a lot of fun.

In the evenings I wear black or navy pants wit various tops or jackets.

Don’t worry too much; I’m sure you will have a wonderful cruise.

Thanks for helping to put my mind at ease. I can manage black pants. :)

BTW, I hope I haven't offended any Seabourn guests with my opening post. I have just never cruised on a premium cruise line before (and am worried that I will feel out of place) .

Russianrex, this may help for a start

https://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2121818

Thank you :)

I am fairly certain you are going to love your cruise. The atmosphere on board is fairly laid back. Passengers dress casually and for the weather during the day. Men require a jacket on formal night in the MDR only. On our upcoming cruise, which we are combing with a land based holiday we are going to keep our luggage to a minimum, so no Tux or Jacket, and I know from past experience we are not going to feel out of place. The crew are FANTASTIC and will make you feel at home. As a first timer you should check out the Referral thread at the top of this board...there you will find someone with a referral coupon to give away, giving you and them $400 OBC. Have a great cruise.

Thank you for your prompt reply. As you can see, I am new to these boards, so am a bit unsure. You have definitely caught my attention with the referral thread. Do I just post in that thread and keep my fingers crossed?

I can assure you that IMHO Seabourn passengers are definately NOT snobby, most are a very friendly bunch.

The Antarctic cruises are probably the most casual of any Seabourn cruise that we have done.

Mrs SKP suggests black slacks and some dressier shirts for evening. A cocktail dress for formal nights ( if you wish to eat in the MDR.)

If you wish to communicate directly with a fellow Aussie who has accumulated quite a few nights on Seabourn, you can contact me direct by email.

It's my name in the heading 'at gmail.com'

I appreciate your info and warm welcome. Thank you for your offer of your email contact. :)

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