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Does anyone know when Regent will release their summer 2022 European cruises. Thanks so much.

4 hours ago, mrstanley said:

Does American Express Platinum offer that?

No I don’t think so. We had the platinum card and switched to Chase Sapphire. We had to use the insurance two years ago for three cruises and there was no problem getting reimbursed. The card also gives you primary insurance for car rentals.

Do not turn roaming on. The $10 a day is for when you are in ports. Use wifi calling while you are on the ship with the internet with Regent. I was just on Voyager in Australia, New Zealand and Bali and was able to text with the Regent internet.

We were just on the Voyager cruise to New Zealand, Australia and Bali and did not know we left my Kindle in the stateroom when we disembarked in Bali. We were staying at the Ritz Carlton for two days and got a call from the ship telling us of the Kindle that was found by the stateroom attendant. Reception said the port agent would deliver the Kindle to the front desk at the hotel and it was there in a few hours. We were amazed at the professionalism and follow up by the crew of the ship. I just wanted to let everyone know how impressed we were by  the actions of Regent. We have over 27 cruises on over lines but this was the first on Regent. We did book another cruise onboard to South America and Antarctica.

Thanks to all.

Does Regent allow you to bring on bottles of wine at different ports? We will be visiting wineries in New Zealand and we would be interested in bringing wine back on board. Is there a limit of two bottles?

Thanks.

12 minutes ago, Jamietravelstheworld said:

Are you arriving Auckland on Jan 18th? I arrive at 5:30am. I didn't book a room, figured I'd do the Hop on Hop Off bus, but I'm curious how much the hotel is charging for your early check-in. Also, in case you're not the roll call for this cruise, a bunch of us are planning to meet in the Lobby Lounge of the Cordis at 5:00 for a drink.

 

Jamie

Yes we are on the roll call and we are two of the people that will you you for a drink at 5 p.m. The hotel quoted $299 NZ for an early check-in. That is the same price for a room.

4 hours ago, Wendy The Wanderer said:

Since it's Regent arranging this, perhaps they'll arrange a brief bus tour or something for you pre-cruisers in Auckland?  Or they will arrange for the hotel to get you early check-in?  I'm thinking there will be something arranged, surely.  In any case, it's easy to have the hotel keep your luggage and then go off for a walk or to see a sight; despite your jetlag this is a good way to adjust to the time change.

No Regent has said that the check in time is 3 p.m. and there is no early check in. I have contacted the hotel and the extra night is not very expensive so I think we will do that.

Thanks.

Thanks for all the replies.

We will be getting in at 6 a.m. at the Auckland, New Zealand airport and will be transported to our pre-cruise hotel by Regent. We are doing the three-night pre-cruise excursion package. Check in is not until 3 p.m. Have any of you ever booked a room for the night before so you would not have to wait until 3 p.m. to check in. We are traveling from Philadelphia and even though it is business class, I am sure we will be exhausted.

Thanks.

Flossie, 

Thanks so much for bringing that to my attention. I just was looking yesterday and all categories were waitlisted.

Thank you so much for all your responses.

All you Regent experts, how could every category be waitlisted for a cruise in February 2021? It is the Bali to Hong Kong on the Explorer. Does that mean it is chartered?

How often do people clear the waitlist. Thanks for any information.

I can attest that the Chase card which insures for $10,000 a person is a great benefit. Three years ago, I was very ill and had to cancel two cruises. Chase reimbursed (with the proper documentation) the total cost of the two cruises.

In addition to the Chase insurance, we have a yearly medical policy which handles evacuations.

We will be getting off a cruise in Bali and need to be transported to the Ritz Carlton. Are there usually taxis at the cruise port or should we arrange private transportation?

Thanks.

We are taking our first Regent cruise in January. What are the benefits of booking another cruise onboard? Smaller deposit?

Thanks.

We are looking for a transfer from the cruise port to the Ritz Carlton in Bali. Are there numerous taxis or should we arrange for a private transfer. We are getting off a Regent ship. Does anyone have a suggestion for a private transfer?

We had the same email before our cruise on the Constellation Aug. 25. We were in a sky suite. All our requests were handled. 

Mariner does not have the same amenities for suite guests as on the Oasis and Anthem class. If you have star class with a genie. You would have private Flowrider lessons and other special things. You do have access to the concierge lounge and seating in the theater and ice skating rink.

Thanks so much for all the replies. Yes both my husband and I went to Penn State.

My husband and I are on a 22 night cruise to Zealand, Australia and Bali in January. We are able to make reservations for the speciality restaurants in October. Do you have any recommendations for times, etc. We are on Voyager and in a Penthouse Suite. First time on Regent. I know there is a Captains Welcome Abroad, but when is it and what time? Any other events I should know about? We are longtime Celebrity cruisers so any help that you can give us would be appreciated. I already booked excursions and have flights.

4 hours ago, cindivan said:

I think I used to use the same big box retailer before I switched to a more full service TA. The gift cards at the one I used to use (snd I think the one they refer to) can only be used at their store. But it’s super easy to spend a lot there!  😂

 

I did get a small amount of OBC when I booked a cruise while I was sailing. And my current TA usually gives me some. Not as much monetarily if I had stuck with big box retailer TA, but that is the cost of service I guess. Worth it to me now. Wasn’t 10 years ago. 

If it the same big box store that I use, the gift cards do not have to be used at the store. They will give you cash or a check if it is for a large amount. The TA told me if was Royal Caribbean and Celebrity’s decision since the money comes from them.

We have the same problem.  We are on the same cruise. I guess we will do a tour of the opera house or something else the first day.

I am looking forward to your blog. I have followed your Royal Caribbean cruises and they were outstanding.

When we were in Seville, we used Spain Day Tours. They also do other cities. They were fabulous.