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I'm currently on Orion. I brought a small digital thermometer with me for the ship and for the hotels ( we were traveling 3 days before). Our fridge on Orion wasn't working at all. The temp was 65 degrees when we arrived. But they fixed it it early the first night (we couldn't board until 6pm so that was really fast). The temp has been a constant 41 degrees for almost 2 weeks now. My meds need to be between 36 and 46. I was prepared to take them to the medical center but the fridge has worked great for me. This is a 93 days cruise so keeping them close makes me feel more secure.

The Orion is leaving (after your cruise) on 9/17 and heading to Asia and Australia/New Zealand. So it's the last embarkation of the 2023 Alaska season.

Who refills the fridge -- cabin steward or room service?

Were there any free shuttle buses in the Alaska ports? I understand most of these ports are close to areas of interest. But is there maybe a bus to areas a little further away (like Exit glacier) offered.

Can I get these teas anywhere/anytime or just at "Tea Time" in WIntergarden? TIA

Yes, they were required. But when the token dispenser was empty, we went to guest services to buy them and they just gave us tokens for free.

Here's the current list.

Here's the current list.

In the past, they have upgraded people at the end of each segment.

So the 7:45 people had to wait. Thanks for posting this. We're planning to use Princess' transfer to Heathrow. Our flight is at 3pm. Hopefully no repeat problems.

That's not how I read this schedule. 4 groups left at 7:45 and 4 groups left at 9:50.

We did a Riedel glass wine tasting on Celebrity a while ago. You got a certificate for 4 glasses to be mailed to your home after the cruise.

1. There weren't any handles on our closet that you could put something through. We put the walking stick in the track that they slide on. An umbrella might work if it was long enough. Others said they put the slippers in between the doors to keep them from moving. 2. The coffee is in a drawer that you can pull out. I understand some ship don't have the drawer. We shoved the slipper in between the wall and the drawer. I'll add a picture. If you pull on that white trim at the front, the shelf (drawer) pulls out.

Luckily we aren't bothered by seasickness. But what we did have to contend with was things in the cabin. The closet doors slam open and then slam closed. It's really scary in the middle of the night. We used walking sticks to block the doors closed. Also the shelf with the coffee maker slides open dumping items onto the floor. We used slippers to keep this shelf from opening. Put the water bottle in the fridge and check your bathroom for items that may fall.

Thank you. We'll be on Sky in May/June.

Are Vines glasses special? Can I leave with the glass and take it to dinner? Or can I tell them I need a glass to go? TIA

We try to never plan a cruise or 2 before dry dock - especially a longer dry dock. I always wonder if they are trying to "use up" what ever food they have in stock. I could be totally wrong but ...

After you log on, click on "Rewards & Benefits Center" under where it shows your # of points. Then click on "Redeem my points" on the right side of the screen. Then you'll see the picture I posted above. Click on "Onboard Gifts" in the blue line at the top of the screen. Then click on "Spa Visits and Onboard Credits". You'll see 4 OBC amounts to choose from: $50 for 5,000 points, $100 for 10,000 points, $250 for 25,000 points and $500 for 50,00 points. Have a good cruise!

Thanks, It's been years since I've done it. It's good to know you can see it. I know the share holders credit shows there, too.

I haven't done this in quite a while but ... If you did an on board credit, it doesn't show anywhere. But it showed up onboard in our account. I took a copy of the redemption email just in case.

It's still there. Click "On-Board Gifts" and then "Spa Visit and Onboard Credit"

I haven't cruised HAL in a while. How are times assigned? Cabin category? Mariner status? Deck? TIA

Thank you. I was doing some research yesterday and found this company. I haven't looked too deep into reviews yet. I did notice the second day started early, too. But we have 3 days - 2 nights in Bangkok. https://www.travelbangkoktours.com/tour-category/bangkok-shore-excursions.html

I'm looking for a guide in Bangkok, too. Have you found any recommendations?