It's been a minute since we have cruised with HA and considering Rotterdam next Feb / Panama Canal/Caribbean
I know most cruise lines aren't what they once were but I have heard a fair amount of buzz (negative) about Holland lately ... I did search the first 5 pages here and nothing jumped out at me so I thought I would ask!!

My thanks 

39 minutes ago, kaisatsu said:

@Karen Lynn If I read correctly, this excursion is only the Nærøyfjord cruise and then a bus up to Stalheim and back to Flåm? If you’re doing a small boat cruise in Lysefjord as well, I would lean towards the Flåmsbana for the variety. The train isn’t bad at all. It just doesn’t offer the kind of beautiful views and fjord scenery that some people expect.

Ok my thanks , I appreciate that !

I am SO stuck!!!!!
 

Perhaps someone can weigh in on their experience?

In Flam we have this tour booked (July - Celebrity) 
 

Thank you !

Anyone recently taken a taxi from BCN airport to the hotels ( H10 Madison )  and from hotels to cruise port ? Debating between booking private transfer or just taking a cab. Any idea of costs would be much appreciated also! 

I have searched and read many reviews.... is the steakhouse that poor?
 

So disappointing...

😞

2 hours ago, kaisatsu said:

If you’re also calling in Geiranger, the scenery is similar to the sail-in there (though still more narrow), so I might consider the train in that case. If you’re not, and dramatic fjords is what you’re in the area for, I’d do the Nærøyfjord cruise.

 

I’ve taken the train a few times, and I always think it’s disappointing that you don’t get to see much of the fjord at all. It’s a nice pretty ride and interesting engineering, but if you’re there to see the iconic fjord scenery, I’d focus on that. There are mountain trains in other areas. The most interesting part to me is going from sea level to mountain plateau so quickly, and that really is astonishing and helps underscore how dramatic the fjord landscape is.

Thank you … I decided to keep to what we have. I looked at the YouTube videos and was a bit underwhelmed so we’ll proceed as planned. Thanks for your feedback 

3 minutes ago, gnome12 said:

Sorry I can’t help more. I also really wanted to do the train trip (by the way, cruise line excursions don’t go all the way to the top; they get off to go to a hotel for waffles before reboarding the same train on the way down) but I saw a description by someone who had done the cruise/bus combination and decided that I really wanted to do it. 

Yes I watched a YouTube video of the train and thought that too … I tried to book a late morning train independently but I guess other cruisers beat me to it and the one open still gets me back at 2:30. Not enough wiggle room …

Thanks for your reply

Well our time has been cut short and we now leave at 3 pm due to the reduced speed in effect … 

Our booked tour is - You'll take a cruise through the Aurlandsfjord and into the Naeroydalen, which was recognized in 2005 by UNESCO for its wondrous beauty and geological treasures. Your boat will take you past steep mountainsides, beautiful waterfalls, and narrow fjord passages. You'll arrive at the breathtaking Gudvangen, which means playground of the gods. Here, you'll board your coach for a thrilling ride along Naeroy Valley's steep curving mountain road.

Not sure about that last bit …😮
I guess I am questioning myself because we do boat tours in 2 other ports ..

Anyone already done Flam in Norway  ?

I’m torn between 2 tours 

1 on land and water ( do have a couple of other ones booked on water in other fjords)

1 doing the Flam railway 

Any suggestions appreciated ?

A real shot in the dark here but perhaps someone has done a crossing in mid-to late March?

Not a clue what to pack weather wise - this isn't with Cunard but rather Regent SS from Sth America to Portugal

My thanks!!

I understand the 'real' is their currency ... credit cards widely accepted. Going to a few ports - so I am thinking a smaller amount for taxis - markets - cafes and such suffices ? Appreciate any tips from those that have been ?

Many thanks 

Sailing is in March 24- anyone done a Transatlantic at this time of year and have any idea what to expect weather wise?

I am sure tough to generalize .. 

What to pack is the thing!

Thank you 

Anyone have experience on what is best currency to take?

One site said Euro but they have not been under Portugal since 75 so I can't see that.

Escudo is suggested .. is this necessary to take? Assuming credit cards also fine but for smaller purchases what is better?

THANKS!

My July 8 sailing has been affected also - I am hearing stabilizer issues 🤷‍♀️

Anyone know if and why there is an age restriction to dine in this restaurant ?

Thanks!

I called again re booking specialty dining - seems the Sun isn't yet set up for it in Cruise Planner ...

Hopefully, 3rd time is a charm and it's the right answer!!!

Ok next question!
Never had so many probs as this time with cruise planner 😡

When can dining be booked? Pricess advised last week after final payment so made that ahead of it's due date. Still cannot book. Just called again and was told 3-4 weeks prior to sail date. So frustrating.

Also- requesting the medallions for our party - they tell me they can request in cruise planner now but they don't ship until approx 12 days prior to sailing. They're coming to Canada, that seems tight. 

No?

Thank you again!

Yes! Thankyou!

Many thanks! I shall do so

29 minutes ago, Cruise Raider said:

In your cruise planner on the website, go into your particular cruise and then click on Payments.   From there, you see see a button right below where it states ‘UPGRADE NOW’.  

 

If you are onboard, you will be able to purchase it through your app under Payment Methods and Packages.  

It's already purchased at time of booking - but I can't see mention of it anywhere.

Sorry , I wasn't clear 

Anyone help direct me to where I can see I do in fact have the Premier Add on in the app or CP?

Cannot find it !! Arghhhh

Thank you!

Hmm same sailing but just booked today ... 

Anyone have an idea of the hotels Regent use in Rio ?

They're advising TBD but wondering who may be on their rotation ...

Thanks!