SLSD

I just saw this mentioned in a Seabourn Facebook group. I came immediately here to see what was happening. We are sailing on Sojourn in July/August 2024, so it doesn't affect us--but it made me a bit nervous.

We'll be on a 28 day cruise with Seabourn this coming summer. I doubt that my husband will take his tux. He will take a navy blazer as well as a second sports coat and several pairs of pants to go with them. He prefers to wear bow ties when he wears a tie. On elegant casual nights, he wears either the blazer or his other sports coat--but that's just him. He is not the type for a Tommy Bahama shirt. Everyone is different and we come from different parts of the world and different social cultures (even within the same city or state). I think it is up to each person to decide what constitute's elegant casual as they understand it. There is actually quite a spectrum of dress that meets that term (using the SB guidelines) . As for me, I bring a black dress, some black pants and tops which can be changed up with scarves, jewelry etc. I bring a few dresses because I am a primarily a dress person. Other women never wear dresses and that is ok. I wouldn't let worry about the Seabourn dress code keep me from enjoying a cruise. No one is going to comment on how you dress and you will always be able to find people who are either more dressed up than you are and less dressed up than you are.

I was wondering the same thing.

Of course I couldn't agree more! I have love our lunches in the MDR. It's a fairly short menu, but has always been delicious and we like the quiet atmosphere.

Thank you. I did figure out that Seabourn.com would be from the laptop. I just have so little confidence in the website that I don't go there very often. The good news is that I got the information I needed and did a workaround for the App with a Seabourn rep. Yes, we have a TA, but not a helpful one! I do appreciate your list of how to go about it on Seabourn.com.

I am always so glad when I hear someone say that. I haven't been on Silversea is years!

Correction, I use Seabourn Source on my Iphone--I use the Seabourn website from my laptop. I am exhausted after the hour on the phone.

Are you accessing the Seabourn Source on your laptop (which is what I usually use) or just from the SB website?

I spent an hour on the telephone with Seabourn---rebooting the Seabourn Source App. etc. etc. It still did not work, so they sent me an e-brochure and I worked things out over the telephone,. Not everything is taken care of, but enough that I can happy about it. Seabourn is still not able to resolve a birthday dinner reservation on a friend's birthday at the new Solis restaurant. We have been given reservations thirty minutes apart with assurance it can be worked out after we board. I had no issues with the Seabourn Source App last year. It worked fine for me at that time. I also used to be able to make reservations for four at the TK Grill. So---not totally pleased with the ease of making plans for our luxury cruise. I am usually not a griper--but I have had a very frustrating morning with these things.

Thank you. On my phone the screen is really jerky and jumping around, but I think I have found what I need. I am frustrated that when I try to book an excursion, I get a message saying "try again later". This has been happening for days.

I have some questions about the Seabourn Source App. I used it without difficulty on our last cruise, but either I have forgotten how to use it or I do not remember how to find a few things. Where do I go on the App to see which excursions I have ALREADY signed up for? I'm trying to make a list and see what elese is available, but I am batting zero. I've looked at the Wallet, the Account, etc. Any help appreciated. I did try calling the Excursions desk (1 800 989 3445 but after telling me the call may be recordedm it drops my call (hangs up). Mr. SLSD says it is beginning to look like a third world (antiquainted term I know) cruiseline. I'm getting frustrated.

I've given up on the idea of changing anything. We will be fine. I tried early on.

I think the issue was finding a suite for both halves of our back to back cruise. We've been booked for months now. There were some opportunities to upgrade our suite, but at a ridiculously high price compared to the original price. We decided to stay where we are which is on deck five. We have loved deck six, seven, eight and nine, but this will be our first time on deck five. We'll try to love it.

I should do that. This is the first time we have used this TA and have not been happy.

I don't seriously think it matters what kind of suite you are in . We are in different suites on various cruises depending on price and what is available. We are not happy with our suite on our upcoming cruise, but, according to our TA, it was the best available. I have no idea if she is correct, that it is what it is.

It's 4:22pm where I am right now. Mr. SLSD and I might be at tea in the Observation Bar this time of day, enjoying a few of the sweet treats and drinking tea.

Which is exactly why we have never asked for a special meal. But, we think we might ask for our actually (on that day) anniversary--and probably would not ask again until the next anniversary. We love great service, but don't ask for special favors because of what you have said.

I will eat Indian food, my husband won't!

I don't think you can generalize about Americans. We would never request an Indian meal.

We've never asked for a special meal on any of our previous Seabourn cruises. We are considering asking for one special meal next summer (28 day cruise) to celebrate our 48th wedding anniversary. We will be on the ship on the day of our anniversary. I would be very disappointed if we were turned down because we are not in one of the more expensive suites. We plan to ask for slow roasted lamb shanks which is a dish we have enjoyed on Seabourn. We would not dream of asking for something exotic or something the chef did not have experience with. Hopefully, our request will be accepted. This will be the first time we have EVER asked for anything special. I'll be sure to report back on whether or our request is fulfilled.

We have also seen 20-30 tables occupied at lunch in the MDR. I do agree with you that the breakfasts served there are too early for most people. I would like to see the hours extended. Too much trouble? For a luxury cruise line???

I have no way of knowing, but would assume if they are a Thomas Keller product, they will not be available. Quick frankly, I have found the regular Seabourn hamburgers to be just as good.

Same for us. I do not like the ambience inside the Colonnade.

We love the Napa burgers too--or even the regular burgers. I will admit to having maybe two a week--lol.

Yes, this is the argument always given. I have seen many more dining in the MDR for breakfast and lunch on the cruises we have taken. I think many do not realize it is open---or really prefer the cafeteria style buffet. Not to beat a dead horse, but there are those of us who do not find the Colonnade at lunch time to be anywhere near luxurious.