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I was wondering if anyone has had contact with Pira Tours recently. I have emailed them at info@piratour.net and also operaciones@piratour.net a couple times with no response. I also filled out their online form with no response. We are very interested in their tour but it is not looking good! Thanks in advance!

I have only seen the penguins from Ushuaia (and Antarctica). We really enjoyed our Piratour to see the penguins from Ushuaia. It takes most of your day. We walked among magellanic and gentoo penquins and there were two stray king penquins there too.

Here are two email addresses to try. They are slow to respond but they did when I said I definitely wanted to make a booking. operaciones@piratour.net info@piratour.net

I have used both emails listed above and contacted them through their website with no luck yet! I was wondering what the cost of the tour was, since it is not listed on their website. While doing our planning, it would be nice to have a figure close to the cost. Thanks in advance!

You should have enough time. I would consider a private car service for the trip back to the airport to minimize waiting time.

Thanks for the info!

Hi, we are flying to Newark from FLL on a direct flight the morning of our cruise. We are due to arrive at 9:42 am. I have read that the cruise port is about 11 miles away. We are leaving and returning on a Sunday, so hopefully traffic will not be an issue. We are looking at a 12:08 pm flight back to FLL. We always do express walk off first thing with our luggage. I am hoping this will be enough time. Any input is appreciated! Thanks!

Just wondering if I need to purchase power adapters for this ship or if my US plugs will work. I hope I am asking this question properly. Thanks for the help!

We will be traveling with my 74 & 75 year old parents in a couple of weeks. They have said they are going to get in the water-not water people-in just one port. I want it to be the best experience it can be for them! This will be their last long trip and only opportunity in this part of the world. You can imagine my surprise when they showed me the snorkeling equipment they had gone out and bought. SO I need help in choosing the place for them to get in the water.

We are traveling to Lifou, Vila, Port Denarau, Suva, Savusavu, Dravuni Island and Noumea. In order of your preference based on your experience, please give me some input. THANKS so much for your time and help!:eek:

Thanks everyone for the info!

We are arriving in Bay of Islands and see that there are two different spots you can be tendered to. We are taking a tour starting in Paihia. Does anyone know where Princess tenders to? Thanks for the help?:confused:

Thanks for all the responses. I have a month so will try a couple mentioned on here before I go!

Thank so much for all the tips! Yes, the roll call is very limited and not too many responses about what they are doing. I have asked!😳 i will keep the scam in mind while walking around. I will be checking Princess site as recommended to see what they offer and then do some research. Thanks again for the help!

I am looking for eye makeup remover pads. I have always used Sephora liquid but don't want to have to bring the bottle with cottonballs on my next trip. Any recommendations are welcome! Thanks!;)

Thanks for the response. We are visiting Lifou, Vila, Port Denarau, Suva, Savusavu, Dravuni Island and Noumea. Any tips or suggestions are welcome! Thanks for the help!

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We are doing a 27 night B2B cruise in November. I have all my plans for NewZealand but have not done any for the South Pacific cruise. Is it ok to wing it and just grab tours as we get off the ship? I have done some research but don't get the feeling like it is necessary to pre-book tours. There are a couple ports where we can snorkle right off the ship, so we will be doing that. I am just getting nervous about not being so prepared. Thanks for your help!

I have read a couple of posts about how great it is to visit the volcano. My question would be is it worth it on a cruise ship stop? Obviously, we wouldn't be able to be there at dusk.

I would also like to hear feedback about climbing the waterfalls and the rapelling down. Looks like a blast on Trip Advisor. The company is called Edge.

Any tips are appreciated. We will be traveling with my parents who are not into snorkling so suggestions about what to do with them would also be appreciated!;)

Yes they do have afternoon tea. It is held in the main dinning room and is listed in the Patter. I'm sure it is only on sea days.

Scones, jam/jelly, little cakes and slices as well as a variety of 1/4 sized sandwiches are available.

 

I hope your Mother enjoys it. You get to sit with other people if you choose and enjoy some fine conversation from fellow cruisers.:)

 

Karryl

Karryl, thanks so much! She really enjoys this and is very excited that it will be offered!;)

Thanks for the replies! This is the special afternoon tea where they serve you and have scones or muffins available? It is an event listed on the patters. Thanks again!

We will be traveling on the Sun Princess in November. My mother is wondering if they offer afternoon tea on the Sun like they do in the US? Thanks for the help!:)

Thanks for the response! I have tried finding them on line through a google search but nothing comes up! Any suggestions are appreciated! Traveling with my parents who are in their 70s and dad is worried about the menus of all things! :rolleyes:

Thanks for all the info! I figured it was in AUD but wanted to make sure.

Does anyone know if the menus on the Sun Princess out of Australia are the same as the US based ships? Thanks for the help! :confused:

Cab - cash

Small food items - cash (eg take-away)

Dining out - Debit or credit card

Hotel - Debit or credit card.

ATM - keep $50-$100 with you for incidentals

 

Are you on the Diamond around Australia?

No, we are sailing on the Sun to New Zealand and then to Fiji and the South Pacific.

Thanks everyone for the info!

We will be sailing with Princess for 27 nights in November. Usually you register a credit card for onboard expenses. Does Princess charge the 1-1.5% credit card fee for onboard purchases? As far as paying for a cab, food, hotel and any entertainment for the 2 days before the cruise, what do you suggest as far as paying for those items? Is it best to go to an ATM and withdraw cash? Thanks for the help!:confused:

Hi, we will be sailing aboard the Sun Princess for 27 nights in November. For any of you who have been aboard, any tips, suggestions, things not to forget? Also, if anyone has any of the menus, I would appreciate it! Being an Australian based ship, I know there are differences. Thanks for your help in advance!:p

Hi, we will be sailing aboard the Sun Princess for 27 nights in November. For any of you who have been aboard, any tips, suggestions, things not to forget? Also, if anyone has any of the menus, I would appreciate it! Being an Australian based ship, I know there are differences. Thanks for your help in advance!;)

After some more research and talking to my parents, we want to stay at the Embassy Suites. So now the question becomes, the one on Airport Road at LAX or the one in El Segundo? The help is much appreciated! Thanks!