sparkers

I agree with a lot of the points chefchick said. Royal Caribbean does offer a discount for solo cruisers after they get 340 cruise points. I will say that NCL on their larger ships with solo cabins can be an easy experience for the first time solo traveler. Dinner is set up as well as shows with others that are also solo. At least on the NCL Epic which I was on. I feel that Royal and Celebrity may offer solo get togethers but have found that these will often occur in the same place as another event is occurring. Holland America did a great job on a cruise I was traveling solo in Europe. They had several get togethers with a host and bought the first round. Not sure if this typical but I met some amazing woman that were so well traveled. 

I tried to change it and can't?

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Laura

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I have made sure that Cruisecritic isn't considered SPAM but what else can I do? I use yahoo any ideas or suggestions?

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Laura

1 hour ago, sgmn said:

Everyone on Anthem over 18  ex UK has to be fully vaccinated.  Cruises are in UK waters only with no foreign stops. With other safety measures I can't see how they are anymore dangerous than any other domestic holiday. 

 

Though rates are going up due the delta variant which is more transmissible,  deaths are static and hospitalizations are not so severe due its mainly younger people.  Yesterday they opened up 25 to 30 age group and had a million bookings for jabs in one day.  We are already at 60% with at least one dose, hopefully by the end of summer everyone who wants vaccines will be fully protected.

Govt announcement on Monday for the next stage in opening up . 

Thank you so much for the update!!

I have the same question and am not as concerned with the cancellation/interruption. I normally travel very often so did purchase a year long policy from Travel Guard. I had searched for a long time for a good policy that would cover  medical/evacuation. Alliance also has a plan. I would love to learn more about the various options and exclusions that are out there.

Does anyone know if the Ovation 2021 Honolulu to Sydney has been changed, canceled, or?

7 minutes ago, MCEaton said:

We are booked on Quantaum 10 night NZ and will have 4 days in Sydney before going to Brisbane for the Radiance TP.

This is our 3rd time trying to do this TP and hope it dosen't get cancelled again by RC

Can I ask why you chose the Quantaum 10 nt verses the 11 nt Ovation? I have been looking at both.

Thanks

Laura

I just called Royal directly and asked about possible changes with the Radiance TA April 15, 2022 cruise. He connected with a supervisor and said in their system they have it as April 16-May 2 but that everything else is the same? I am trying to plan a cruise right before this and it is difficult to plan with all the possible changes and what ifs.

16 hours ago, MichellePerth said:

 I lifted and shifted to quantum in that same route in 4/22.  
 

im just curious why you folks chose radiance when you could have sailed on quantum at the same price.

I chose it because of the two stops in New Zealand.

What did you find that worked out. I too am looking for the answer to this.

Great discussion on this topic. What is Open and Reserved passages programs?

Sparks

It has been a while since I cruised with Celebrity. It seems there are more specials going on than in the past. In effect, any share holder benefit then becomes null and void. The onboard credit cannot be combined with ANY promotion or discount. In the past, I always received it.

I am curious as to what others have experienced with this if you are a shareholder?

Just a pretend benefit?

Sparks

I want to book one of the dining venues but want to dine in the regular restaurant for formal nights. Does anyone know which nights?

Thanks!

I will be on the Celebrity Reflection. The cruise ends on a Saturday. Can I make it if I have a flight out of Fort Lauderdale at 2:45 p.m. Anything to be worried about or watch for? Are some transfer companies more reliable and quicker at getting people on the road?

Thanks for any help

Sparks

I have a room booked on the Resort Deck Midship 2173. If I look above it is the Lido Deck ladies bathroom. I don't want to be all night listening to flushing and/or footsteps. Anyone stay in this area of rooms? Any noise or cons to this location?

Thanks so much!!!

Sparks

Gate1 travel books Star Cruises as part of a package that includes transfers!

I am interested in cruising on the Gemini or Virgo and cannot find a tour operator ie., cruise.com, and many more that list or book this cruise line. 1. Who can book this in the USA and is knowledgeable with flights and transfers. 2. Has anyone booked this with a tour operator that combined this cruise with a land tour of China? Which tour operator did you use?

Thanks for any help or leads:)