Monorail Orange

^That's a good shout.

I'm wondering if we can get the thread title udpated to 'Disney Adventure' now?

Just announced at Destination D23 - the ship will be named the Disney Adventure.

Here's the preview video Disney has just released.

Glad everyone is ok and back on board.

Cynical me thought  that this would have been sold on again before it was really anything concrete in terms of Disney themeing. Guess I was wrong.

Of the suggested names listed above, Disney Star or Disney Enchantment jumps out. However, the latter was the WDW50 fireworks show, so may not get used.

Here's the atrium reveal

and the name reveal animation

New video released today. Some clips look new.

I do hope they can get her back in service as planned.

I wonder, as the cancellations were staff shortage, does that now mean they've been ablet to get the numbers back up in these 5 or so weeks?

Here's an idea that struck me today for P&O (that is 100% wishful thinking and with some levity).

As they are moving toward 'family-friendly' mega-ships, why not spin off the older smaller ships into an adult only brand. "P&O Classic" if you like.

OK, admittedly you've only got Arcadia and Aurora at the moment - but imagine this back in the days when Oriana and Oceana (even Artemis) were in service. You get the gist.

That way, in theory, everyones happy. Those of us who want a medium sized ship with an older style of cruise will have their own niche, and the ones that want the big informal style cruise will also be catered for.

I will reiterate, its not going to happen, but I can wish can't I? 😂

I see Arcadia has left Southampton this morning - I'm guessing on her way to Weymouth (unless that's changed).

Any hint that they'll start working on the "to do" list whilst she's on hiatus?

Funny how Arcadia is only 17 years old, but (in the example above) has the potential to be outshone by a 31 year old ship.

I know that email promos are automatic but got an email just now stating "We thought you'd love this... Find your drema Norwegian Fjords holiday" is taking the pistacio just a bit.

I've already started looking at other lines now...

Naturally sad to find out my cruise has been cancelled.

They mentioned that all monies will be refunded - I take it that includes all excurisons paid for?

Geez that sounds very cringey. At least in that naff-PR speak.

Then again, it fits with Iona - it comes across to me that they're trying too hard to make her 'hip 'n' trendy' whenever they can.

Thanks for the info on the site Stevo. Disappointing that they can't actually have an app - surely porting the Princess one wouldn't be that tricky?

On 3/20/2022 at 4:08 PM, Billish said:

You can narrow down the options.

They won't be first or last nights, and will usually be on sea days. 

Oh, and Iona only has one per week, two per week on other ships.

I was wondering about a 12-night as well.  And this helps - thanks. 🙂

As for the app - is it on the Apple app store to download? I tried looking the other day but couldn't find it.

P&O have just publised a short video on their socials advertisting "Altitude" - a mini golf and rope climbing course on Arvia's deck 19.

It looks similar to ones alreayd found on MSC, Carnival and RCI ships.

Certianly not one for me. Its got a positive response in the comments section - so I guess I'm the odd one out.

I've got a small matter to speak to them about - it'd take all of 2 mins for someone to do but its a nightmare trying to get through.

Rang this morning at 08:30 - got the queue time of '15 mins'. I waited 1h 45m before giving up.

If I could do what I need to do on the site, I would, and then I wouldn't be blocking the phoneline for someone else.

I'll certaintly look at trying that number mentioned about, thanks for the tip Terri! 🙂

Thanks for the review Cruiserjules!

Having only watched videos of the ship, your review does help fill in some gaps. And, true, I may only be basing my opinion from afar, but I don't think I'll be rushing to go on Iona.

Your description of the atrium being soulless is exactly what impression I got when seeing some of the walk around videos. (That and the celings seem low in a lot of places).

Sure there are nice looking parts - such as the Olive Grove - and in general the cabins, but the majority of what I've seen it just doesn't appeal to me.

And I've glad that you've mentioned the mobile phone usage. This is what I thought would happen when they moved towards the app. People will just be staring at their phones more and more.

BTW, hats off to your husband for the formal night mask. Brilliant!

Yep I do feel better now with that sorted. Thanks everyone for the suggestions! 😄

I didn't get anywhere this morning (1hr wait) so I thought I'd give it a go at 16:00 - still 45mins. Thankfully this other thing is something I can take my time to sort, so I'll try another day.

As wowwz mentioned, its a shame they don't have extended hours. However my caveat to that would be that'd have to be two shifts, rather than making someone work, say 12 hr days. Which of course increases costs, and something that they won't do. So I guess we're stuck with 08:30-18:00.

Well good news, I was able to speak to a very helpful chap yesterday morning. The cabin I chose had gone, but he was able to find one nearby.

I do feel for those staffing the phone lines - after all its not their fault that there is just not enough of them to handle the call volume. And not doubt they are getting some earache because of it.

Its also equally annoying when the automated spiel tells you to go on the website. Sure there are times when things can be done there, but its irritating when you've got a query that can't be solved on the site like mine.

Now, I've had to call back this morinng for a separate issue as requested by the rep yesterday (won't bore y'all with the details) .

I called at 08:30 on the dot... "we're busier than usual, you could be waiting for 45mins" ! Yikes.

Sure its annoying for me.. but please spare a thought for them at the other end of the line if that's the volume they're dealing with first thing in the morning.

Glad to hear that they've got anoher 50 people on board though. Let's hope it helps.

Thanks for the tip Timgo. Will certainly try it.

Graham, sadly they're only open until 18:00 everyday, so you can imagine its busy later in the day. I'm going try my darndest though. I'm not too chuffed about it switching on me.

^Thanks, will do.

Its strange how you can be on the cabin selector page and then it switches to 'saver'.

Certainly interested to see what they say... if I do ever mange to get through. I've even tried  the option to book a new cruise (thinking they'd answer quicker) but alas no.

Thanks Graham.

Really odd then, when I went through the process of clicking on an acutual cabin for it to revert to 'saver'. Certainly wasn't a saver price! haha

I'll have to try and get through to Carnvial House some how.

I've just booked a cruise for next year, and selected the option to choose a cabin. I chose the one I wanted, so far so good... however when the booking confirmation screen appeared it just stated 'cabin: GUAR' . Does that mean its accepted the chosen cabin?

Naturally, I've tried calling to no avail. I've also submitted a contact request on their website, but that must go into the same void as the calls.

(I will add that I feel for the folk who are having to answer the phones at Carnival House ... must be a nightmare!)

Anyway, does anyone know if I've got my chosen cabin? Thanks in advance!