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21 hours ago, FannyLiz said:

On my first cruise (SofD / Nov ‘23) my muster station was on deck 7 and my cabin on deck 11. My lifejacket was in my cabin wardrobe.

 

Had there been an emergency necessitating us wearing lifejackets I would have had to go from wherever I was on the ship, to my cabin and then back down to my muster station. I assume all lifts would be closed in the circumstances. I am reasonably fit but slow going downstairs. There were many on board who, were a lot slower or less active than I was but not booked for crew assistance. Given that sea conditions are likely to be rough and people frightened, it seems like this could be more dangerous than necessary.

 

Wouldn’t it be more sensible if life jackets were stored on decks close to the lifeboats or muster stations, as they are on most of the ferries I have travelled on all over the world ?

 

Am I missing something ?

Yes you are as you go to your Muster point and there are life jackets 🤷

39 minutes ago, Bloodaxe said:

 

This list is not correct, we were on the May 23rd Norway cruise and expecting to have Captain Jason but he was already on leave, it was Captain Kim Tanner.

Obviously changed after publication as it's printed in advance. Lucky you had my favourite Cpt. 

If you have loads your steward will take them away and store them. 

Cards are accepted everywhere. We transfer money from our bank card that would charge transaction fees to a card that doesn't. They accept Euros  Norway is expensive

On 4/1/2024 at 12:23 PM, nosapphire said:

It is the actual road distance (shortest route) - think they use AA routefinder or similar.

The mileage for 2024 is private car up to 75 miles, shared up to 300 miles.

For 2025 the shared transport is nationwide.

Yes, there is an option to pay for the excess mileage - think it is currently £2.50 per mile (just for the extra mileage).

 

The price has increased per mile now. Going to Portsmouth we book a private car but Dover return is now £654. .So we share 

We are  going by tender into Flam this June and not leaving until 22hrs. Booked our trip independently. 

4 hours ago, mazj said:

I see the 2025 cruises have gone on general sale today.  I am glad I pre registered, my cabin on D deck is now £1200 more expensive!!

Britannia club only today. General sale tomorrow. Saga messed up again

I took use a CPAP and my go to cruise line has a socket by the bed. Extension lead is no problem but I'm not going to lug bottles of distilled water. I'm going to just boil a kettle and let it cool down

18 hours ago, lisiamc said:

I think our cruise (17 March) Adriatic at Easter, seems fairly full, although I don’t know that for sure. Today, we were allocated our cabin, on Deck A, under the Britannia Lounge. We’re in a nice location, IMO.

Some have been aware of noise from the Britannia Lounge 

On 3/1/2024 at 3:16 PM, nosapphire said:

Well, Capt Darin Bowland has updated his profile on LinkedIn to show that he is now a Captain for the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection as of February 2024 - so either his account has been hacked, or social meedja is right.

Saga have not updated their "Captains" page on the website.

Be nice if Saga got Captain Nick Sunderland back. ("Be wise and sanitise").

One hand for the ship and one for you 😀

On 2/28/2024 at 6:47 PM, Medeba said:

Just seen on other social media that Captain Darin Bowland is now working for Ritz Carlton Yachts and Saga is advertising for a replacement. 

Social media  🤔 who really knows?

Waves 5 metres high in the Bay.  Missed port and missed  a storm. Passengers kept well informed of situation . Back into Portsmouth later today. 

2 hours ago, Denarius said:

Neither can I.

I sailed from Portsmouth in February of last year and facilities were primative to say the least. In particular, the baggage claim area was basically a tent. I sailed from there again last month and the place was unreconisable. The new terminal is now in use and everything proceeded like clockwork. Portsmouth are obviously serious in growng their cruise business and geared up to servicing small ships like Saga's rather than the monstrocities of the seas. They will I believe make it in Saga's interests to stay.

January 2022 first time Saga ship in port. It was a nightmare and disorganised plus unsafe.  Yes much better now

Did hear a rumour Southampton might be back next year but I can't see it myself. 

Yes 

Non suite . No

What's the difference....cost 😀

1 hour ago, Bloodaxe said:

 

Thanks for that, I had seen it priced on the websites for 500 krona, which has you say is around £35.

I am interested if the Saga included Bus Tour will worth doing but if we decide to do the train will book direct.

We booked Flam Railway direct around £40 pp don't leave it too long.

On 2/6/2024 at 3:34 PM, lovetocruise1953 said:

Saga are hugely expensive..........

Fantastic value for money when you break it down. We come off the ships with no bill.

On 2/6/2024 at 4:46 PM, Coravel said:

But I've been told you get free taxis to the port, free WiFi, free excursions and free drinks packages.  Never been on one so don't take my word for it!  

Take my word for it as we've done loads of Saga cruises. Apart what you've said there's included  travel insurance,included speciality restaurants,included full menu room service and drinks, gratuities included  Spa, premium drinks,full afternoon tea. You only pay for shop goods,spa treatments and alternative excursions. Pop up restaurants  no charge We usually leave with no bill. The food is top notch 

On 1/30/2024 at 8:58 PM, Mickb said:

Saga have announced that they are seeking a strategic partner for their cruise ships in an effort to reduce the level of debt on their balance sheet.

Depending on FOCL’s level of endebitedness and the appetite of the parent company. There could be an opportunity for Olsen to ‘acquire/partner’ the 2 new state of the art Saga ships,  at one feel swoop get new contemporary tonnage and eliminate a strong competitor?

Won't acquire but a partner is being sorted but Saga will keep what it offers now with no cuts

On 2/6/2024 at 3:34 PM, lovetocruise1953 said:

Saga are hugely expensive..........

Nit when you break it down. Great value for money as everything you pay in other cruise lines including Fred is included. Even some excursions are included. 

Email today confirming no smoking on balconies from 1st April 2025. 🥳🥳

On 1/1/2024 at 12:19 PM, LandC said:

I agree entirely nosapphire and FatBoy20.  Passengers are invited to

pre-register on board, but are obviously going to ask when they are likely to be able to book.  Saga World Rep replies that they haven’t been told, and don’t know when they will be told.  
 

Very frustrating all round, and Saga HQ need to address this.
 

Been going on for many years