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Travel vests for security
andlep replied to MudderBear's topic in Saving Money on Your Cruise - Tips & Advice
Have a look on Aliexpress or temu . You could also consider a vest bag. -
Store near Sydney pier to get wine & sodas?
andlep replied to KKB's topic in Australia & New Zealand
Mr Liquor is right at the dock and has excellent wine. -
There is a liquor store at the port.
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You could buy an international prepaid sim card before you leave.
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Here is a video. Economy
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Sim cards for US and Canada
andlep replied to The Albannach's topic in Australia & New Zealand Cruisers
I used SIM Direct a few years ago and they were great. -
Is Specialty dining still worth it?
andlep replied to Hammer61's topic in Australia & New Zealand Cruisers
Was it formed 250 million years ago and have a use by date? -
Chipotle chili sauce
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Your Best Seasickness Cure/Preventative
andlep replied to Galesa's topic in Australia & New Zealand Cruisers
Phenergan works very well for me. One 25mg pill every night before bed(they cause drowsiness), starting two days before the cruise. Also works well for mal-disembarkment syndrome. -
I wonder what QE will be like in Aussie waters?
andlep replied to bazzaw's topic in Australia & New Zealand Cruisers
How good is the wine on board? Do they have a good selection or should I bring my own and pay the corkage? -
Azamara Quest runs out of eggs!!!
andlep replied to TommyH2006's topic in Australia & New Zealand Cruisers
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My partner and I dined twice at the Crown grill twice in November on the Grand out of Melbourne. I read the review you refer to in your op and had a similar experience. The steaks were average, not up to the standard advertised (lacking taste and texture). More like what you would get at a good RSL or a local pub. We brought nice red wine with us (corkage prepaid) and had to ask for red wine glasses on both occasions. The wait staff seemed stressed and rushed which did not make for a relaxed atmosphere. They also gave me the wrong starter lol. I put this down to a lack of staff due to quarantine maybe? Who knows YMMV. My top tip is to ensure your table is not near the kitchen (the first time we were walk-ins and the only available table was near the kitchen) because it is very smokey. It seems they have extractor fan issues.
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What is your embarkation day outfit?
andlep replied to bluetardis's topic in Cruise Fashions & Beauty
I bought it off ebay Australia -
What is your embarkation day outfit?
andlep replied to bluetardis's topic in Cruise Fashions & Beauty
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I did a tour of the mud spas a few years ago with cruise tours Tauranga and they were excellent. Easy pick up from port, great commentary and we returned with plenty of time to spare.
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I usually bring my manual lever coffee machine (flair) on cruises. I use a battery operated grinder and fill my thermos with hot water from the bar. I have never had problems with security because nothing connects to the power points. When I cruised NCL, I brought my own filter papers and coffee beans that were compatible with the coffee maker provided in the balcony room. I will be bringing single use bottles of oil on my next cruise for my bread, instead of butter.
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Anyone on Grand Princess, a couple of questions
andlep replied to yes!yes!yes!'s topic in Australia & New Zealand Cruisers
I rang the dining line from my cabin. -
sydney international cruise terminal car pick
andlep replied to freanesi's topic in Australia & New Zealand Cruisers
There is a pickup point at the terminal. It is a bit tricky through the Rocks, but just click this google maps link and follow directions directions. -
Anyone on Grand Princess, a couple of questions
andlep replied to yes!yes!yes!'s topic in Australia & New Zealand Cruisers
Sure is, and also a usb port at the base of each bedside lamp. -
Anyone on Grand Princess, a couple of questions
andlep replied to yes!yes!yes!'s topic in Australia & New Zealand Cruisers
It's $130 per person with matched wines. On the last voyage, they took names down but did not go ahead with it. -
Phone SIM card for New Zealand and Australia
andlep replied to Torquer's topic in Australia & New Zealand
You are welcome. Happy to helpπ -
The Grand Princess is also having a sail away deck party tonight.
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Phone SIM card for New Zealand and Australia
andlep replied to Torquer's topic in Australia & New Zealand
There is a thread here that has great information. I personally have used Sims direct and had a great experience. π