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On 11/2/2023 at 10:13 AM, Copper2031 said:

My husband and I did a 12 day land tour of Vietnam and then a 13 day tour of Thailand with Gate 1 in November 2023.  Our tour guides were excellent, can’t say enough good things about them.  We saw and did so much and both tour guides made sure everything went smoothly.  Our guides also set up extra tours for us that we asked for and were not part of our itinerary and they made it happen.  We are going with Gate 1 at the end of this November to Chile, Argentina (Patagonia) and Brazil.   Looking forward to it and expecting 🤞🏻to have another excellent tour.  

Cooper I hope you have a fabulous time ..my grandaughter works for Gate 1..

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Really he didnt know anything???

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20 hours ago, PhD-iva said:

I can’t get Seabourn website to work. So, no Seabourn for this gal…..

Remember when there were no websites and we had to call the company ..the good old days

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11 hours ago, Flatbush Flyer said:

Hi Deano. I trust all is well with you.

I wish I had an informed answer for you (but I don’t). My best guess is, once onboard, the place to start would be with the Purser in Guest Services though the O Club Ambassador might work as well. But, in my experience, you might not find the O Club Ambassador on duty on Embarkation Day.

 

If possible, let us know what you find out. And enjoy your cruise!

Go right to the concierge he is he one that can help you..but it rarely happens

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I was not aware of these charges..Im sorry I didnt check more closely..I usually have pina colada without liquor and Bloody Mary the same and there is never any charge..

Next time I will double check!

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No charges for anything to  drink except liquor., including wine and beer..

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Just now, smelltheroses said:

Have to be sick with a doctors note 

Sorry you have the flu!!

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18 minutes ago, smelltheroses said:

Can’t use just cause we don’t want to go. 

Im sure you can find  a reason you cannot go....read your policy..

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2 hours ago, smelltheroses said:

I am appalled by Oceania’s attitude about this cruise. I have already been to the Greek isles and I live in Florida so I have no desire to sit by a pool for 9 days. I also don’t feel safe being in the Red Sea while a US naval destroyer is shooting down missiles and our state department has issued a “caution”. 
Oceana is willing to give us a future credit but not a credit for our business air, hotel which totals $12,000 out of our pockets!!!!

What about your insurance??

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Does anyone know where Captain Smith and Heike Berdos are now??

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4 minutes ago, jonthomas said:

You may be paying a hefty price for those results, as some of them do not give you rebates.

Middle of the road is best. A reputable agency, well connected with O and a seasoned agent.

Doesnt look like you have that..

Sorry I didnt see you again on the Alaska cruise..hope you had a great time..

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On 8/30/2023 at 11:43 AM, LHT28 said:

OK  so I had to go look at the reviews

 

 The officers were not friendly  common complaint for years

pax had to wear masks due to the Country regulations

they had children under 18 onboard  (past O cruisers)

the cabins were small

the a.c was not working     OK good complaint  needs fixing

the food was cold     good complaint  that needs attention

there is  a squeak in the cabin  

the bed was too soft

no down pillows

food  was not up to the usual standards  ..yes this is  a problem

 

Not if you dont know what the usual standards are..

1 hour ago, PinonNoir said:

 

We are on Insignia now:

 

• The food has been better than expected, so far.  We are on Day 3 of an 11 day cruise, so we'll see.
• We had lunch in the Grand Dining Room today.  The chilled shrimp and avocado starter was very good, and came promptly.  The Nicoise salad with Tuna was excellent!  The tuna was seared to perfection and there was a LOT of it.  I'm very impressed, and I really didn't want to even try the Grand Dining Room after the fiasco we had with breakfast there on the Riviera!
• A dress code in Terrace Cafe??  What were they wearing, a thong bikini or a moo-moo?
• Our cabin, a PH2, is in excellent condition.  We have blackout blinds, they aren't too short, easy to open and close (but then maybe I've got great dexterity?), nothing is ripped, loveseat is comfortable, cushion clips aren't broken, no issues with hot water.  However, there is a smell coming from the drains in the bathroom...swamp gas smell.  We ended up covering up the drains with wet washcloths and so far that has worked quite well.
• The Wifi is impressive!  Why can't Riviera's work like this??  We do get two accounts due to being in PH2, so if internet is important to you I'd try an upgrade in the future.
• We rarely use the ships Shore Excursions.  They are vastly over-priced and very crowded.  If you plan ahead you can book all your excursions on your own.  Tours-By-Locals has always been an excellent resource for us.

Throw her off the ship shes happy!!!

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1 minute ago, shepherd really said:

Thank you for sharing.

My Pleasure..

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The Boss said Nautica has left Israel all safe..

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1 hour ago, LHT28 said:

My guess you will not be stopping there

🔮

Plus 1

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On 9/28/2023 at 7:07 AM, jonthomas said:

Originally this was supposed to happen on Oct 4...

 

So now I am really confused, what's available for viewing,  what's available for booking.

Call Oceania

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On 10/1/2023 at 9:37 AM, Wheelhouse said:

I went out to the pool yesterday afternoon to read and noticed very few empty chairs in shaded areas.  This might be a significant problem on warm weather itineraries.  

 Thats what I love people that project ahead of time..remember if its cool it may be empty  why would you even think about that..

Amazing..

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absolutely no problem..

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I use Luggage Free..thought I would try Luggage Forward on my next trip but they wanted $800 for two bags LA to Vancouver and Luggage free wanted $400 so luggage free it is..made life simpler I bought air tags threw them in the suitcase and they worked great knew exactly where my luggage was at all times..Try it..

You must be going on Vista November 3.... I will be getting off that morning..

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Wow Don did the chef cook him for you??? See you Thursday.

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On 8/29/2023 at 12:48 PM, ORV said:

But was this when we spent the night in San Pedro?

Orv, That was the strangest trip I have ever been on..nothing went right..But I still had fun!!

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17 hours ago, FetaCheese said:

@cruisemom42

Did you sample any GDR Lunch "around or taste of the world" platters? Can't remember exact name, but served on a large round platter with about 6 or 7 items.  Different country each day.  Really liked these on prior O cruises.

 

Will be on Regatta soon, port heavy.  Also enjoy being served, pacing, ambiance as you do.

 

Was GDR open on any port days?

 

Thank you for such a balanced review.

Feta thats my favorite lunch Just a few I dont eat..

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1 hour ago, Pandazoo said:

@Basor yes they held rum from a Caribbean cruise.  Now I bring the bubble wraps for transporting liquor home.

Sorry I do not believe anyone on Oceania  held your Rum..I believe it must have been on another ship..I have sent almost 500 days on Oceania and have never had a problem and I do work closely with them..

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1 hour ago, QuestionEverything said:

I suspect so. Check out the Celebrity site, one thread about an executive resigning and major announcement today is disturbing. 

I feel bad for Celebrity, in 1992 it was the Oceania of the day. Very sad what has happened to that once classy cruiseline.

She did not resign..

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