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They have it listed in the Currents every week on the Insignia ATW cruise, held in the Library, “led by a guest”. Tonight, they are having a Passover Seder Dinner in the Terrace Cafe…
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There having an open house tomorrow, from 1630-1830, for the new segment, I believe they have some classes after that, but not sure, as I don’t participate in those activities. In past ATW’s they had a group project such as a quilt or photo montage, that was eventually auctioned off for charity, I believe. They have not done anything like that this year
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Myanmar, is refund possible after final payment
bob brown replied to the more ports the better's topic in Oceania Cruises
I’ll try to remember to do that…if not on this thread, I’m sure myself or someone else on board will mention any such notice on our ATW Roll Call thread… -
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Myanmar, is refund possible after final payment
bob brown replied to the more ports the better's topic in Oceania Cruises
Also following this with interest… For those of us on the current full ATW, if “O” decides at some point to divert around Myanmar, while being a disappointment to some, many of us will just take it in stride, as part of the adventure of travel. Worst case would be an extra three sea days, or better would be extra time in the previous or following ports, or any nearby alternative choices where a berth was available. I understand the concern of those just booking a segment mainly to reach Myanmar… -
While it is very nice that “O” is trying to elevate the level of cast entertainment offered on board, I don’t see how they ever could reach the level offered on the mega-ships, including sister line NCL, which offer full Broadway shows, on several ships. But then, evening shows are not as important on “O’s” port-intensive itineraries… I think one improvement that “O” could make, that wouldn’t take much effort, would be to switch shows between ships, whenever casts are replaced for breaks. Since there are no elaborate sets used, that shouldn’t be too hard. I was a bit disappointed to see the same production shows on the current Insignia ATW cruise, that I saw on the 2019 ATW…
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We're Booked on Insignia and the Reviews are Just DREADFUL
bob brown replied to ATLConsultant's topic in Oceania Cruises
They are…but not for “everything”, and not to all ports. -
We're Booked on Insignia and the Reviews are Just DREADFUL
bob brown replied to ATLConsultant's topic in Oceania Cruises
They do have certain events on the ATW cruise that are offered exclusively to ATW passengers, usually no more than one per “segment”. They also have certain merchandise on board distributed only to ATW passengers… -
We're Booked on Insignia and the Reviews are Just DREADFUL
bob brown replied to ATLConsultant's topic in Oceania Cruises
Mostly agree with this, but certain items can not be obtained at all ports, only “home ports” used by shorter cruises, from pre-certified suppliers. That said, most people I have met aboard, are very satisfied with with our ATW experience, so far.🙂 -
I can confirm that this is the case, currently on board the Insignia…
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Cruise Lines Announce Star Link Service -NCLH Nowhere To Be Found
bob brown replied to Aloha 1's topic in Oceania Cruises
Why couldn’t Starlink or any other satellite company be their own network? I believe Musk’s ambition is to put the “legacy” cellular networks out of business, unless they act quickly and put up their own satellites…they’d best hurry, as Musk has a huge head start… -
The Passenger Vessel Services Act?😉 https://www.cbp.gov/sites/default/files/documents/ICP Pax Vessel Services Act Apr 2010.pdf I believe @jennybenny wouldn’t do a roundtrip cruise to Alaska, because that wouldn’t allow you to see the interior of Alaska, such as Denali, which only a one way would…
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Cruise Lines Announce Star Link Service -NCLH Nowhere To Be Found
bob brown replied to Aloha 1's topic in Oceania Cruises
The day will come when everyone will have a sat-phone instead of a cell phone, and all calls, any where in the world will be a “local call”. At that time, you would purchase as much or as little data package as you need or want directly from the sat company, and not depend on what the ship offered. I believe that is what Musk’s Starlink and other providers are aiming for… -
Myanmar, is refund possible after final payment
bob brown replied to the more ports the better's topic in Oceania Cruises
On board the Insignia, ATW… Yesterday, our CD Ray Carr commented that conditions in Myanmar were improving and that it was looking more likely (for calling there). He also mentioned that Peru, which we “skipped”, was now back to normal…🤷♂️ -
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Thinking further about your post…I am wondering if you have indeed contacted the head office to see if they could do anything for you, or just accepted what you were told on board?
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Wow…that is truly sad. You certainly sound like a reasonable person who understands the legalities of the cruise contract, and the fortunes of weather and sea conditions. So yes, I agree that in your case, Oceania should have done more for you, than what they apparently did. It is somewhat surprising to me, as well, What is more surprising, is the on board staff telling you that the head office doesn’t consider customer goodwill a priority. Sounds like the staff are tired of answering complaints and want you to spare them, and address the head office directly. I hope this treatment is not the result of the heavy debt NCLH is in…
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What does Oceania consider "premium economy"?
bob brown replied to Lance&Jen's topic in Oceania Cruises
So what they tell you, and what they practice, may not be the same? The legal contract seems to absolve them of responsibility, but I have seen them always wait for late returning shorex passenger, or on one occasion put them in a hotel, and bring them to the next port.🤷♂️ -
What does Oceania consider "premium economy"?
bob brown replied to Lance&Jen's topic in Oceania Cruises
Thanks for all the clarifications. I had thought that the main benefit of booking cruise line air, as well as their shorex, was the assurance of them guaranteeing the connection either way. Guess I’ll have to rethink that. Fortunately, I was never in a position to test it🙂 -
What does Oceania consider "premium economy"?
bob brown replied to Lance&Jen's topic in Oceania Cruises
True, but ‘O’ will pay your expenses until they can get you to the ship some way…