MCC retired

Just by the few questions ,OP could really use the help of a Good TA . Costs you nothing. US TA's may also offer their own discounted Cunard rates and amenities. See for yourself .Compare booking Direct with Cunard and TA's .

We always have time for a full breakfast @ Kings Court well before the 7am self disembark.

**Assistance Requirements** In the unlikely event of an emergency, it is important we have sufficient and specific support for guests who require additional assistance, and we have advance notice of this. Please read the following declaration of assistance needs for your voyage, even if you are travelling with someone who can support you. Guests who are unable to get to their assembly stations independently (which could involve several flights of stairs as lifts will not be available) due to a disability, health, or mental capacity must be pre-registered for assistance to ensure we have sufficient support. Failure to provide this could result in being denied boarding at your own expense. If you do require assistance using the below statements, please advise us of the level of assistance required. *Someone to guide and steady me on the stairs (121 assistance) For anyone bringing a mobility aid this is a recommended minimum requirement. *I'm unable to use stairs (emergency evacuation chair) For anyone who is a full /part time wheelchair or mobility scooter user this is a mandatory requirement.

It is not that difficult to meet the minimum dress requirements to access all public areas of the ship on Formal nights after 6pm, Men dark suit , women nice dress. Collared shirt , jacket not required on Smart Casual. It is all there on th Cunard website. Going on our 18th Cunard sailing meeting minimum requirements, and not feeling out of place.

Gave the OP a break . Only joined CC in February and just discovering the wealth of cruise info on these boards.

Self help disembarking @ Brooklyn requires 1 hand free on the escalator (enforced) or you have to use the elevator which may crowded.

On a rainey day in Halifax , the QM2 had umbrellas available for all at the gangway.

You really can't become a TA just for yourself. You would have to become a independent contractor for an agency which will require fees and training ,to be able to book yourself and others. Production is the name of the game. Booking just yourself you will not last long. Just find a TA that will rebate some comm. to you for giving them your business.

Yes !

That is the photo of the QM2 Thermal Pool. What ships have a larger one ?

Small? It is the largest Thermal Pool on any ship that I have ever sailed ore inspected?

Another case where a TA could have taken care of your cancelation without you hanging on a phone call to get a Rep..

The newest midsize ship ( becoming rare) within our budget would be our preference.

For US Bookings : Most always a Good TA can give you OBC's , Amenities , lower Deposits and Group Rates unavailable to those booking Direct. Why some people don't bother to compare before booking Direct is beyond me?

No OBC or other amenities on this sale, just real good discounted cruise rates on all categories. Counting on our OBC’s from Group Rste , TA.Shareholder and Military benefits .

On the day of the massage the thermal pool is free otherwise you can book a Spa Pass for specific number of days. Large pool with hot tub and other facilities . Postings indicate Spa Pass price varies sailing to sailing.

When I was a TA booking only cruises , I would have flipped head over heels if someone offered to transfer their World Cruise booking to me . Could thank them with lots of OBC/Amenities . If you don't at least inquire about what the TA can offer on any Cunard booking , you are cheating yourself.

For us , the Transatlantic aboard the QM2 is the Destination. Booked on the 8/23/24 Crossing NYC to Southampton , then jumping aboard a plane back home to Tampa. Crazy huh?

Try this link . The Americas Sale (cunard.com) TheAmericasSale_VoyageList-3-2024.pdf

The Americas Sale Cunard introduces “The Americas Sale” starting April 11, 2024 with fares from $699 on voyages sailing to and from ports in the Americas Opens April 11, 2024, to April 23, 2024 The Americas Sale with fares from $699 (USD) 85 Voyages Offers apply only to the first two guests per booking. Promo Code: RD8 Itineraries include 2024 Alaska, Canada & New England, Caribbean, and Transatlantic Crossings (to and from NYC or FLL). 2025 Alaska, Canada & New England, Caribbean, Panama Canal, South America, Transatlantic Crossings (to and from NYC or FLL), and World Segment (Panama Canal Transit). See below for the complete list of voyages included Combinability: Offer is combinable with Cruise Sales, Group amenities and counts toward TCs. Offer is not combinable with Onboard Sales programs, Grills promo ZED (Gratuities and drinks package), and other select offers including, Past Guest, Negotiated, Flash, Interline, and Travel Agent rates. Offer may not combine with exclusive offers, regional offers, and negotiated rates. This promotion is subject to capacity control.

Hard for us to justify any beverage package . Just a few drinks daily on sea days and even fewer on port days. Even the coffee package is of little value when we can have our capacino's free with any dinning room meal .

Nice enclosed port area shopping and such. Bamboo river rafting tours are always enjoyable in Jamaica.

Did the bike several years ago. Mostly braking the entire ride down hill . Group stopped often to rest and cool the brake pads. Just the right speed for us .

Aruba, Curacao and Bonaire are south of the normal hurricane routes True , but you have to cruise there and back ?

Any tour with limited capacity such as helicopter and float plane , book up fast in advance. Don;t wait !