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Isn’t every cruise ship? The difference we like about Regent is their flexibility and willingness to do something special when requested. We do not find that to be an issue. If we have failed to note the number, then invariably the server will just ask where you are sitting and say “no worries, I will find you” On Mariner at present and at the Pool Grill servers will take your order at the table - no need to go to the serving station

Glad we didn’t find these when fishing in the Amazon 😮 BBC Report

Also take a look at Hurtigruten https://www.hurtigruten.com https://boards.cruisecritic.com/forum/663-hurtigruten/

……. and if you paid some or all of the money by credit card then the credit card company is jointly liable with the supplier for the full value of the transaction under the Consumer Credit Act 1974. A reputable credit card company (e.g. Amex) will reimburse you immediately when you supply evidence of the cancellation and then seek to recover their money from the supplier in due course. Simply threatening to raise a section 75 claim with your TA will probably trigger an immediate refund, as they will not want the extra hassle & expense having to deal with a section 75 claim. Martin Lewis Advice

Unbelievable that NCLH/Regent would be suckered-in to buying three ships, each with that shortcoming, given the varied itineraries that most luxury-line cruisers prefer.

Neptune finally made it on board this morning; we will be crossing back over the equator tonight

If your TA was paid the money for the cruise that has been cancelled then they are legally obliged to refund you; whether or not the TA has been refunded by the cruise line.

Ah, I understand ……………… yet another design flaw on the new class of ships 🤨

Very surprised. We have always found the storage to be much better in the suites on Explorer & Splendor than on Mariner Hope they do not change the layout of the public areas, which are near perfect on Mariner.

Suggest you raise a Section 75 claim with your credit card company against your Travel Agent, if that is who you paid your money to. See post #121 above.

In which case they could afford to be generous in their dealings with you, without setting a precedent. Why could they not just offer to switch you to the 41 nights ending in Athens, at no additional cost? If you do not receive a reasonable offer, I assume you will simply have to cancel the whole booking for a full refund (and lodge a claim with Regent UK for any other expenses you have incurred)

Yesterday we were anchored off Parintins I stayed on board but David took a tender ashore to attend the colourful Boi-Bumba show It was hot & humid all day. Suddenly late afternoon the wind picked up and a ferocious rain storm swept up the river. The Captain decided to quickly recover the last tenders, up anchor & depart early. However he needed the two Brazilian Amazon Pilots on the Bridge and had to put out a ship-wide announcement to locate them. It turned out they were enjoying some free time in the ship’s Spa 😉 A very pleasant, leisurely meal in Compass Rose last night with excellent company. The “Destination” fish main course was delicious 😋 Last night was yet another film night in the theatre (Top Gun: Maverick). I think our end of cruise comments for the CD & entertainment team will be “Could do a lot better !” 🤨 Today we are anchored off Alter-do-Chao in the Amazon river. We may take a look ………. or may just laze by the pool on board 😎

Was she quoting cruise only or with economy air ? What did she say when you pointed out her error ? Agree that it is impossible for Regent(UK) to supply a firm price for business class upgrade this far ahead. We always try to book with the Southampton office during the 30 day pre-cruise window when the on board booking benefits (including price guarantee) can be applied. We then have the booking transferred to our TA for their extra discount to be applied.

Following our departure from Manaus yesterday afternoon there was a medley of Christmas songs from Boogie & Kasia in the atrium, heralding the arrival of Santa The attraction of the Christmas Gala menu in Compass Rose meant that there was a wait time for tables of 2 or 4 when we went down to eat at around 7:30. We and our friends went up to Chartreuse and snagged a table for 4. We were also able to order from the Gala menu; 2 of our party enjoyed traditional turkey; the Pannettone Pudding for dessert was delicious 😋 After dinner the Production Cast’s Christmas show played to a packed theatre

Thank you. Hope she is able to join the WC

Christmas Day on Mariner with the Spontaneous Duo IMG_7226.MOV IMG_7229.MOV

Christmas best wishes to all CC readers from Mariner moored in Manaus Goose was good last night, as were the mussels to start and Christmas pudding to finish 😋 Shared a table with two other couples in Compass Rose. The conversation & wine flowed such that we missed the show. Rain this morning; we are going to spend a lazy Christmas Day on board.

Should read “Fabiano”. The F&B Manager, Fabio, has not joined the entertainment team 😮

Were you willing to share or did you require a 2-top? We shared a table in Sette Mari last night, didn’t have to wait and service was OK No outside dining in the Amazon, so that would not help at present We are looking forward to goose in CR tonight so hope things go to plan 🤞 😋

We also visited the old municipal market. Rumoured to have been based on designs by Gustave Eiffel, it took British ironwork to enable construction Most of the stallholders had packed up for Christmas, but this man seemed to have a lot of produce still to shift

Our excursion today took in the iconic Manaus Opera House; opened in 1896 and funded by the boom in rubber. Even though it is Christmas Eve we were able to go inside to view the splendid auditorium and reception rooms. It is incredible that most materials were shipped in from Europe for the project. The dome is made up of a mosaic of thousands of ceramic tiles in different colours The painted ceilings in the building are not to be missed Even the wooden floors are masterpieces

I am sure John the CD is well aware. I understand he used to be a magician ……….. but just didn’t conjure up sufficient entertainment for this cruise 😉 Pre dinner the bars are reasonably well covered. Fabio (the Regent band pianist) in Observation; the saxophonist or guitar player from the band in Mariner; Boogie & Kasia in Horizon. Tonight the headline singer Colleen Williamson is doing a Christmas show after dinner, which should be good.

After a lazy day anchored off Boca de Valeria we are now headed for Manaus where we will spend tomorrow and Christmas Day

Lounge pianist photo from 2018