By The Bay

I'm afraid not. The kiddies don't mind.

Dragging his anchor🤣.

That is good to know. Thanks. I lifted this from their FAQ's. What items am I not allowed to bring? Wine or champagne beyond the allowable limit of one 750 ml bottle per adult (18 years of age or older).

1. Wine. In Australia, they do not allow you to take wine onboard. 2. Military OBC. Not in Australia. They did before COVID. I last received it in 2018 but not this year. They do give you shareholder OBC. 3. Drink prices. These were similar to Princess. No experience with Royal Caribbean.

I just came across this video on Twitter, on how the canal works. Very interesting. Enjoy

The current issue of Cruise Passenger has an interesting suggestion, Port Kembla. “Located 73km from the Sydney CBD, 60km from Sydney Airport and 50km from the Badgerys Creek Airport, we have the location to service the cruise industry. We have excellent road and rail connectivity already which will improve over the coming years and we have a deep water port with available space for major expansion plans."

These are the Pie shops I have visited. I can recommend them all. Plenty still to visit.😋 Heatherbrae’s Pies, The Famous Robertson Pie Shop, Morpeth Cottage Bakehouse,

Having been named the top pie shops, all come recommended. 😉 I have tried a few of these pie shops. I must try the Lismore Pie Cart, and the Tilba Bakery.

The NRMA has come up with its favorite Pie shops in NSW. Where to find NSW's best pies. I am disappointed that Harry’s Café de Wheels misses out.😮

That makes sense.👍

They haven't offered me the option for our upcoming cruise in August, yet.🙏

One of the things I like about cruising, no matter what cruise line, is that you can do as much, or as little that suits you.😉

Glad to have helped. I hope you enjoy your OBC.😉

I am not familiar with the companies you mention. I use CMC Invest. I capture a screenshot showing my holding statement with today's date shown. I use a photo editing program to remove my account number and attach it to the email I send to information@pocruises.com.au. I hope this helps.

Broome has the Sun Picture Gardens. It is the world's oldest outdoor picture gardens still in operation.

Not the main shows in the main theatre, just the adult ones at the rear smaller one.

That is very comforting to know. My CC insurance is underwritten by Allianz, and like you, we rely on CC-provided insurance. I had some money taken from the safe in my hotel room once, and they paid out the claim.

Check-in can start from around 11-12. They were not checking the boarding times on our last cruise. They were before Covid.

Did you not wear gloves in the old days?

I have just got off the phone with the Princess Medalion representative. She confirmed that I am in the Green Lane, but they are having trouble at their end and not to worry about the App not displaying the green lane status. Easy for her to say. If the app corrects itself and goes back to Green lane, I will follow Geoff's suggestion. Thanks

Thanks for the "Heads Up". We sail in 2 weeks.🙂I Just checked the app, and sure enough I am back in the Blue Lane. Bummer.😡

Another vote for Fung Kuei.👍

"Boosters are highly recommended for those eligible at least seven days before cruising." Extract from Princess FAQ.