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We are diamond and have not been in a tender port in many years.  We have one coming up and I was wondering if we will get priority tickets for tendering.  How does the process work?  Thank you!

45 minutes ago, scottca075 said:

 

There are all kinds of LA tours, but originating from where?

From San Pedro

Besides what is offered through the cruise line, does anyone know if there are any 1 day group or private tours for LA?   

Does Hertz provide a shuttle to/from the cruise terminal?  Thank you.   

Where can we go to lounge for the day by the beach?  Will it be too cold in early Jan?  Thanks.

Now that 4 drink vouchers are on the sea pass card daily, do people still go to the diamond lounge?  Are there still snacks before dinner?  

9 hours ago, Merion_Mom said:

 

Are you going to want just one device?

I need 2.  The $19.99 was for 1 device only. 

10 hours ago, neverbeenhere said:

Yes. You can cancel and book at any new lower price that comes along. 

 

but in the future, it is best to mention the ship. 

Good to know.  It is for wonder of the seas

I read there are pre-cruise sales on WiFi.  Is $19.99 per day a good price? 

1 hour ago, Scottdalfonso said:

Here's is a schedule for this week...it'll obviously change but again,the times will likely be pretty much the same...

Where do I go to find this schedule for my sailing on the Wonder?  Thank you.

It’s been 4 yrs since our last RCL cruise.   I know I want to get the internet package for the entire cruise on 2 devices and we are diamond members.  Is it cheaper to get it onboard or get it before the cruise?  Thank you!

One more question regarding PK Travel.   I booked 3 tours with them.  They told me to meet the driver at 7:30am when the ship is scheduled to dock at 8am.  I assume the earliest I can get off will be 8:30am.  I emailed them about this and then they told me to meet at 8am.  What has everyone's experience been?  

Thanks cruisemom42!

18 minutes ago, cruisemom42 said:

 

If you bring a guidebook or do a little reading in advance, I think having a guide just at the Acropolis would be fine. I am surprised at some of the sights being offered -- never even heard of "Neoclassical Trilogy" (???). And what about the Acropolis Museum, or the Greek Agora -- two sights I'd rank very highly. (As well as the Temple of the Winds which is a must see.

Neoclassical Trilogy is Academy, National Library, First University of Athens.  Acropolis Museum is part of the tour but I didn't include it here because I thought wouldn't need a guide for that.  

15 minutes ago, cruisemom42 said:

Depends what you want to get out of your tour. The driver can't accompany you into the sites. They may provide some info, but not like you'd get from a licensed guide.

 

For me, I'd choose 10 times out of 10 to do my own transportation and hire a private guide rather than the other way around. Athens is easy and not that far from port. There are several easy options to get there. Once there, the historic area is small and some areas are pedestrian-only anyway.

 

 

Thank you!  I am sure we will need a guide for the acropolis but do we need it for these other sites? 

Temple of Zeus, Panathenaic Stadium, Hill of Lycabettus, Old Palace, Tomb of The Unknown Soldier & Changing of The Guards, Catholic Cathedral, Neoclassical Trilogy

I have the option of getting acropolis only or full day.  

For those who have used PK Travel, is a private tour guide necessary for Athens?  Thank you!

On ‎10‎/‎19‎/‎2018 at 7:58 AM, JohninDC said:

Lots of posts on this board about doing Santorini on your own.  There are two competing companies just down form where your tender will drop you off that, for 15 Euros each, will transport you via boat to the other end of the island and shuttle you to Fira.  Tour Fira on your own (great views! ) then catch the included bus from Fira to Oia - tour Oia on your own and then either walk down the steps (takes about 30 min), ride the donkeys (yuck!) or pay another 6 Euros for the cable car. All three options will get you back to where you catch your tender boat to your ship. 

 

Have a great cruise!

Do we need to prebook this or will we be able to get it on the spot?  Thank you!

Thank you!

Is there any place to get my kids' shipboard card hole punched so they can wear it on a lanyard?

I have read lots of recommendations for PK Travel and Private Greece Tours.   I am leaning on the first one but are there others I should look into before deciding?   They don't operate in some of the islands so I'd like to get recommendations pls!   Our cruise will stop in Athens, Olympia, Santorini, Mykonos and Rhodes.   Thank you!

1 hour ago, euro cruiser said:

If there is it would be new and it wouldn't be able to get all the way to the rim.  Workers drive their cars up to a certain point so vehicles can drive on the path but they can't go all the way to the top.

 

There is a path on the opposite side of the mountain, maybe that's more suitable for vehicles?

 

There have always been tours (by horse or a combination of bus and 4-wheel drive vehicles) that take you to the base of the Grand Cone trail, if this one goes up the trail that would be new.

Thank you!  Yes, the description does say special 4x4 shuttle.  How far and difficult is the walk from the base of the Grand Cone trail?  

Thank you for the responses.  I just read somewhere that there is a shuttle you can take that will bypass the hike for 22 euros for person.  Anyone take this before?  Does it really take you right to the rim?  

For anyone who has done the hike to Mt. Vesuvius in August, can you please tell me if it is super hot and unbearable?  I am interested in booking a Pompeii & Mt. Vesuvius tour with Italytours.eu.  The tour description says it is a 45 minute hike so I am afraid of the heat and humidity.  Thank you for any input.

Thank you for the answers!

If I do unlimited, can I send in 2 separate orders on the same day?  1 needs cool wash and cool dry.  The other needs cool wash, warm dry.  Is that possible?  Thanks.