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infinite veranda, does anyone like these things?
Travelexpert35 replied to sunsetme's topic in Celebrity Cruises
I’m not a fan of the infinite balcony as we had one on the Edge. It was a Caribbean cruise and the room did get hot when you had the window open. Also the chairs are uncomfortable. I do prefer the S and M class ships with true balconies. If these Infinite balconies are so great why didn’t the suites have them as well. -
We have a TD Infinite Visa that covers $2500 per person as well but we always do a top up with TD to cover our insured amounts. I did use TD for a claim under Trip Interruption and it worked very smoothly but then again I didn’t have another separate policy. You would have to check with Manulife to see what they say.
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I use my Canadian card as well and just live with the exchange rate. We don’t take much US cash.
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First of all I love Hawaii and it’s my favourite place to go. We try to go every year. When I was working I would go to Kauai, Hawaii and Maui to relax and unwind. Now that I’m retired and live in a small town I enjoy travelling to Oahu, especially Waikiki. You don’t require a car and there is more things to see and do everyday. Lots of action going on.
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I enjoy doing the webinars for the Power Up Points. I looked back at my notes and have accumulated 125 points so far which isn’t bad. It started in June 2020 and I’ve been doing all of them except those Facebook ones. I haven’t cruised since Feb 2020 so hopefully will be booking something for next year and use my Elite status for some perks.
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I’ve done this cruise a couple of times when Maui was included. Celebrity could still add Maui if they went to Kahului which other lines are doing. Also I wish Celebrity would add Kauai to their schedule. It’s so beautiful there. I’ve done land vacations all over Hawaii so that is my first choice but I would still take the cruise you mentioned and certainly add on some extra nights.
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Have a wonderful cruise. Thanks for taking us along on your journey.
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Celebrity Solstice vs Edge to Hawaii
Travelexpert35 replied to tcbnurse77's topic in Celebrity Cruises
We’ve done this sailing on the Solstice a few times and love the ship. We always enjoyed the anytime dining and you can reserve online for a particular time if you like. Also enjoy the true balconies on the S class ships vs the so called infinite balconies. I was on the Edge in 2020 and did enjoy the ship but not our infinite balconies room. If I did go again, I would have to book a sunset veranda to get a true balcony. -
2024 Grand World Voyage with The Inside Cabin
Travelexpert35 replied to The-Inside-Cabin's topic in Holland America Line
I really enjoyed following along with you on your 2023 World cruise. Looking forward to this one. You’re a wealth of information on the visas and planning. Have a wonderful cruise!!! -
I really enjoyed following along on your adventure last January. Your Australia and New Zealand route this year looks fabulous. You’re covering a lot of ground. Would love to do this one someday. Enjoy!!
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When do we apply for Nexus renewal?
Travelexpert35 replied to Barwick Cruiser's topic in Canadian Cruisers
I just went through US customs in Toronto on Dec 1 with my Nexus card for the first time in 3 years. I was surprised that when I stepped up to the Nexus machine, they just snapped a picture and that was it. Spoke to a customs agent for a minute and exited the area. Once I went through the exit, I noticed a lot of people sitting in an area waiting for the Nexus interview. I would think you would need a lot of lead time to have the interview and get to your gate. -
To sail or not to sail: that is the question?
Travelexpert35 replied to cachouonacruise's topic in Celebrity Cruises
Personally, I would definitely go ahead with the final payment. Australia and New Zealand are fabulous countries to visit and safe from all of the problems going on in the Middle East. My last cruise was in Feb 2020 and I’ve been itching to cruise again. Unfortunately, my husband is waiting for a hip replacement and my girlfriends don’t seem too interested right now in Caribbean cruising. I will be travelling somewhere soon though, Waikiki, with a girlfriend so I’m a happy camper. Take that cruise….you won’t be disappointed… -
No, we haven’t used it recently. I think our last visit was in 2019 as well. Too bad it’s closed…
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We had rented a car from Hertz at the King Kamehameha Hotel right by the pier. It was so convenient. Call Hertz and check it out.
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We did a Celebrity cruise from Vancouver to Yokohama with a stop in Sitka in early Sept 2019. It was sunny and warm in Sitka so we had our shorts on. Onboard we wore our shorts during the day as well. Once we arrived in Otaru, Hakodate and Yokohama we still had our shorts on with a light jacket. I had packed capris, jeans, and light jacket. Keep checking the weather to see what those temps will be. Enjoy your trip…we loved Japan and look forward to returning.