Fleuve51 Posted January 7, 2013 #1 Share Posted January 7, 2013 We will be on the riviera for 24 days in March. Are there free washers/ dryers on the 9th floor( or any floor )? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbpaul Posted January 7, 2013 #2 Share Posted January 7, 2013 None free on any floor. Self service laundry on most floors including 9. $2 for washer, $2 for dryer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mura Posted January 7, 2013 #3 Share Posted January 7, 2013 I DID love the free laundry services on the QE2, but alas O charges. However, the charge isn't excessive and more to the point -- the machines are there. Whereas, other lines a-- I'm thinking of NCL -- have removed them. So be thankful for what you can get! (Not saying you wouldn't be happy to have fee-machines although free is always better!) Mura Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimandStan Posted January 7, 2013 #4 Share Posted January 7, 2013 We will be on the riviera for 24 days in March.Are there free washers/ dryers on the 9th floor( or any floor )? Thanks. Not free, but there is a self service laundrette on every passenger cabin deck, excepting deck 12. Their location may be determined on the deck plans by the hanger icon, and there are six machines per laundrette (3 washers 3 dryers). The machines are token operated (Tokens may be purchased at the front desk) and the cost is $2 per token (1 token to wash, 1 token to dry). Soap is provided, but fabric softeners and drier sheets are not. The rooms are very comfy with a Sofa and a TV. Ironing facilities are provided, and I understand that laundry baskets are a new addition. Hope that this helped, enjoy your cruise- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greencay Posted January 8, 2013 #5 Share Posted January 8, 2013 No matter the topic, you are a wealth of info on everything Oceania. Thank you for your continued, informed and photo enhanced responses, to this and many queries on this forum. We are approaching 2/2/13 armed with info and insight, thanks to you. She who must be obeyed, just looked over my shoulder and said " ask about Foie Gras and Prossecco. There you have it, I asked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calvin81 Posted January 8, 2013 #6 Share Posted January 8, 2013 This will be our first cruise on an O ship. The laundry room was often crowded on the R ships -- can I assume that isn't the case with more laundry rooms? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fleuve51 Posted January 8, 2013 Author #7 Share Posted January 8, 2013 Thanks or the info. Brian and I had the pleasure of meeting you a few years ago ,on the inaugural sailing of the Marina,out of Miami to SanFrancisco . You hosted a cocktail party in a your fabulous suite( with the hot tub on the balcony) The captain and his wife were there. We have cruised many times since then, but on other lines. We will be sailing on the riviera on march 4th. Have you been on the riviera? What differences did you observe? Thanks, Eileen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mura Posted January 8, 2013 #8 Share Posted January 8, 2013 This will be our first cruise on an O ship. The laundry room was often crowded on the R ships -- can I assume that isn't the case with more laundry rooms? My experience on Marina in October 2011 that the crowds were not there. The passenger capability is doubled but there are far more laundry rooms. I cannot promise that you won't run into crowds! But it should be easier. And in fact, even though the "R" ship laundries can be crowded, we have found that if we use them at cocktail hour/early dinner time, there is no problem. Mura Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joan24 Posted January 8, 2013 #9 Share Posted January 8, 2013 Thanks or the info.Brian and I had the pleasure of meeting you a few years ago ,on the inaugural sailing of the Marina,out of Miami to SanFrancisco . You hosted a cocktail party in a your fabulous suite( with the hot tub on the balcony) The captain and his wife were there. We have cruised many times since then, but on other lines. We will be sailing on the riviera on march 4th. Have you been on the riviera? What differences did you observe? Thanks, Eileen Hi Eileen, We are on the March 4 sailing on the Riviera also. Hope to meet you at the M & G onboard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimandStan Posted January 8, 2013 #10 Share Posted January 8, 2013 She who must be obeyed, just looked over my shoulder and said " ask about Foie Gras and Prossecco. There you have it, I asked. I am also a great fan of Foie Gras, and it usually turns up on the Grand Dining Room Menu's, in one form or another three or four times in any given week. Polo features warm Foie Gras and Mushroom Bundles, as part of their regular menu, and in Jacques you will always find Foie Gras both hot (in a Casserole) and cold (in a terrine). Our experience has been that Oceania does not carry Prosecco in large quantities, however, there is a very nice BOUCHARD PÈRE & FILS POUILLY-FUISSÉ which is a staple of the bar menu, and which is always offered by the glass (@$12). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greencay Posted January 8, 2013 #11 Share Posted January 8, 2013 I am also a great fan of Foie Gras, and it usually turns up on the Grand Dining Room Menu's, in one form or another three or four times in any given week. Polo features warm Foie Gras and Mushroom Bundles, as part of their regular menu, and in Jacques you will always find Foie Gras both hot (in a Casserole) and cold (in a terrine). Our experience has been that Oceania does not carry Prosecco in large quantities, however, there is a very nice BOUCHARD PÈRE & FILS POUILLY-FUISSÉ which is a staple of the bar menu, and which is always offered by the glass (@$12). Thanks again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fleuve51 Posted January 8, 2013 Author #12 Share Posted January 8, 2013 Look forward to meeting you too. We are leaving cold and gray Ontario tomorrow for sunny and warm( I hope) Florida . We will be renting a condo on the beach till March 4th ,when we board the ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimandStan Posted January 8, 2013 #13 Share Posted January 8, 2013 Thanks or the info.Brian and I had the pleasure of meeting you a few years ago ,on the inaugural sailing of the Marina,out of Miami to SanFrancisco . You hosted a cocktail party in a your fabulous suite( with the hot tub on the balcony) The captain and his wife were there. We have cruised many times since then, but on other lines. We will be sailing on the riviera on march 4th. Have you been on the riviera? What differences did you observe? Thanks, Eileen Eileen and Brian- Of course we remember you and that amazing Marina Transcanal Cruise! We even have photographs of that infamous gathering tucked away somehere..... The trick is to find them :o According to "the Powers that be", Oceania used their year of experience with the Marina to incorporate 727 changes into the Riviera, but only a few of the more obvious ones such as shower plumbing in the bath tubs, and enlarged water-guards for those tubs is apparent to us mere mortals. It's odd that you should ask about those changes now, however, because when the Marina went into the shipyard for her two year refit (doesn't time fly??), many of those "Riviera-improvements" were added to the older ship. At present, the main differences that you may notice (if you are very astute) is that the Ocean View Cabins on Marina have Juliet Balcony railings -the ceiling heights in the aft public rooms on deck 14 have been raised by 8 inches, which gives them a more airy feeling and improves the ship's silhouette. And finally, the Thalassotherapy Pool on Riviera is larger and oblong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Floridiana Posted January 8, 2013 #14 Share Posted January 8, 2013 Greencay, The MS Riviera had three kinds of Prosecco on our recent cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greencay Posted January 9, 2013 #15 Share Posted January 9, 2013 Greencay, The MS Riviera had three kinds of Prosecco on our recent cruise. Floridiana, Thanks, I will certainly enjoy the POUILLY-FUISSÉ and my wife will be enjoying the Prosecco. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ronrick1943 Posted January 10, 2013 #16 Share Posted January 10, 2013 You know why waste time in a laundry room, let your cabin person take care of it. It's not that costly and they do a great job. Enjoy the time you have, vacation like a pro! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HollDoll Posted February 16, 2013 #17 Share Posted February 16, 2013 Can you purchase a laundry package that covers your laundry service for the entire cruise? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jancruz Posted February 16, 2013 #18 Share Posted February 16, 2013 Can you purchase a laundry package that covers your laundry service for the entire cruise? No you cannot..done on an individual basis.. Jancruz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulchili Posted February 16, 2013 #19 Share Posted February 16, 2013 I am also a great fan of Foie Gras, and it usually turns up on the Grand Dining Room Menu's, in one form or another three or four times in any given week. Polo features warm Foie Gras and Mushroom Bundles, as part of their regular menu, and in Jacques you will always find Foie Gras both hot (in a Casserole) and cold (in a terrine). Alas, no longer the case for Jacques - escalope de Foie Gras is no longer on the menu but the terrine is delicious. I managed to ask (and get it) as an appetizer in Polo (from the Kobe burger, without the burger itself) - I got 2 pieces and was very pleased. It was a treat especially as it is now forbidden and unavailable in CA:( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulchili Posted February 16, 2013 #20 Share Posted February 16, 2013 This will be our first cruise on an O ship. The laundry room was often crowded on the R ships -- can I assume that isn't the case with more laundry rooms? They are indeed crowded on the R ships and often with hot tempers. Please remember to be on your best behavior - a couple was put off the ship on our current Regatta cruise for a fight in the laundry room :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimanjo Posted February 16, 2013 #21 Share Posted February 16, 2013 They are indeed crowded on the R ships and often with hot tempers.Please remember to be on your best behavior - a couple was put off the ship on our current Regatta cruise for a fight in the laundry room :eek: WOW!!! Over laundry? They might need a vacation! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tansy Mews Posted February 16, 2013 #22 Share Posted February 16, 2013 On the Marina, there is a handy pull out laundry line over the bathtub. Does the Nautica have a line in the bathroom? No bathtub, just shower stall in our stateroom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neepawa Posted February 16, 2013 #23 Share Posted February 16, 2013 Tansy Mews There is a pull out laundry line in the shower of both Nautica and Regatta and I would assume in Insignia when she returns. Cheers, Don Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted February 16, 2013 #24 Share Posted February 16, 2013 They are indeed crowded on the R ships and often with hot tempers.Please remember to be on your best behavior - a couple was put off the ship on our current Regatta cruise for a fight in the laundry room :eek: SERIOUSLY :eek::eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted February 16, 2013 #25 Share Posted February 16, 2013 I would assume in Insignia when she returns. Cheers, Don Yes Insignia had them before she left ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Archived
This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.