CrusinCanuck Posted March 25, 2013 #201 Share Posted March 25, 2013 Here we go, Cunard begins the slide into Carnival-esqe informality... I wonder if we can expect them start referring to the "voyages" as trips, the "staterooms" as cabins and the majestic "liners" as mere boats to attract the masses... :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norfolk Brit Posted March 25, 2013 #202 Share Posted March 25, 2013 I also completely agree the new dress code, as currently stated, is unlikely to attract anyone who does not like dressing up. I don't think the ships are likely to be overrun by the shell-suited, hoody wearing, trainer shod hordes quite yet.J Yup, a quick read of the code indicates that it's now more formal than previously, with ladies wearing formal for 4 nights and cocktail dress for 10 nights on a 14 nighter. If I wasn't still confidently expecting my Q1 cabin/stateroom/suite, I'd cancel my voyage/cruise/trip on the ship/liner/boat. Any luck at your end? Mary:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruachan Posted March 25, 2013 #203 Share Posted March 25, 2013 Here we go, Cunard begins the slide into Carnival-esqe informality... I wonder if we can expect them start referring to the "voyages" as trips, the "staterooms" as cabins and the majestic "liners" as mere boats to attract the masses... :( I would be entirely happy if they did refer to the staterooms as cabins - the current trend seems to be to call them simply "rooms". That's bad enough but when people start saying I've got a room on the 7th floor, you know that the end is nigh. :eek: J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruachan Posted March 25, 2013 #204 Share Posted March 25, 2013 ...If I wasn't still confidently expecting my Q1 cabin/stateroom/suite, I'd cancel my voyage/cruise/trip on the ship/liner/boat. Any luck at your end? Mary:D Nothing so far, but I am entirely happy to leave the business in Sir Peter's immensely capable hands. I just know that he will spring a wonderful surprise on us when we get to the checkin desk! :D J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitemarsh Posted March 25, 2013 #205 Share Posted March 25, 2013 It starts Feb 2014, as a sector of the World Voyage. I have this *feeling* it may be the last for a while. Not sure why?:confused: What do you mean by "it may be the last for a while"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glojo Posted March 25, 2013 #206 Share Posted March 25, 2013 Nothing so far, but I am entirely happy to leave the business in Sir Peter's immensely capable hands. I just know that he will spring a wonderful surprise on us when we get to the checkin desk! :D J How did you know? I have previewed your 'surprise' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruachan Posted March 25, 2013 #207 Share Posted March 25, 2013 How did you know? I have previewed your 'surprise' Looks like the aftermath of one of my light breakfasts. If washing that lot up is all it takes to snag a Q1, pass the marigolds and the Fairy Liquid! :D J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray66 Posted March 25, 2013 #208 Share Posted March 25, 2013 I see standards have already slipped. From Cunard's website, two men not wearing jackets in the Verandah. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruachan Posted March 25, 2013 #209 Share Posted March 25, 2013 I see standards have already slipped. From Cunard's website, two men not wearing jackets in the Verandah. Ah, they don't count Ray. Those are all PPs :D J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thaxted Posted March 25, 2013 #210 Share Posted March 25, 2013 I see standards have already slipped. From Cunard's website, two men not wearing jackets in the Verandah. But despite the new dress code, they are wearing ties, so perhaps all is not lost. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norfolk Brit Posted March 25, 2013 #211 Share Posted March 25, 2013 I see standards have already slipped. From Cunard's website, two men not wearing jackets in the Verandah. And what is that emerging from the lady in red's head?:eek: Sir Martin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pushka Posted March 25, 2013 #212 Share Posted March 25, 2013 What do you mean by "it may be the last for a while"? I'm just thinking that this time around the excitement isn't there. Even on these forums, no roll call. Bookings still freely available. etc etc. just a feeling. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keithm Posted March 25, 2013 #213 Share Posted March 25, 2013 Nothing so far, but I am entirely happy to leave the business in Sir Peter's immensely capable hands. I just know that he will spring a wonderful surprise on us when we get to the checkin desk! :D J I usually find the wonderful surprises at the checkout! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keithm Posted March 25, 2013 #214 Share Posted March 25, 2013 I see standards have already slipped. From Cunard's website, two men not wearing jackets in the Verandah. One has a vest & both have ties, so I'm not upset. Still looks pretty good. A couple of times when I got too much sun in the Caribbean, I took the coat off & put it around the chair.(yes! my God, it actually was me!!) and I'm pretty strict on the dresscodes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keithm Posted March 25, 2013 #215 Share Posted March 25, 2013 And what is that emerging from the lady in red's head?:eek: Sir Martin I think the pastry chef went over board with the chocolate "garnishes". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pushka Posted March 25, 2013 #216 Share Posted March 25, 2013 And what is that emerging from the lady in red's head?:eek: Sir Martin I thought Princess Beatrice was told to change milliners! Does anyone else think that photo looks like it comes from the '50's! :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salacia Posted March 26, 2013 Author #217 Share Posted March 26, 2013 Here we go, Cunard begins the slide into Carnival-esqe informality... I wonder if we can expect them start referring to the "voyages" as trips, the "staterooms" as cabins and the majestic "liners" as mere boats to attract the masses... :( I can't imagine what 'masses' would be attracted by the scene in that photo:eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salacia Posted March 26, 2013 Author #218 Share Posted March 26, 2013 And what is that emerging from the lady in red's head?:eek: Sir Martin She went to the Salon for an "Up-Do" but since it was an Informal Night, they gave her an "IF Do". [Drum roll please] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glojo Posted March 26, 2013 #219 Share Posted March 26, 2013 I see standards have already slipped. From Cunard's website, two men not wearing jackets in the Verandah. :D I am guessing this is a library picture that Cunard use to highlight a particular location but it does demonstrate my point when polo shirts are deemed acceptable on some evenings whilst at sea. Yes the code dictates jackets will be worn but as we all know folks can take off their jacket and then here we are in polo or what I call sweat shirt!! I don't care what is worn on a Silverseas Cruise or Seabourn, my concern is with Cunard. I accept that in theory there is not a 'dumping down' but what will the reality be when sweatshirts\polo shirts are allowed to be worn under jackets. Will the Maitre d'hotel insist that jackets will be worn?? I personally believe there are times when it might be more comfortable to remove our jackets but a sweat shirt to me has a time and has a place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
balf Posted March 26, 2013 #220 Share Posted March 26, 2013 Do I bang on the wall or the bulkhead? David. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wordzz Posted March 26, 2013 #221 Share Posted March 26, 2013 Do I bang on the wall or the bulkhead? David. Whichever you find most comfortable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
socsthecat Posted March 26, 2013 #222 Share Posted March 26, 2013 Good. Well done Cunard, a step in the right direction. I've done 4 TAs on the QM2 and the Hyacinth Bucketness over the clothes other people wear on board is not a Cunard selling point to me. I don't care, and it's none of my business, how other people dress themselves, if someone wants to wear a tux to breakfast, go for it... none of my business. I expect the crew to dress formally, they are at work. I have ~50 years of cruising time left, Cunard know what's coming after the stuffed shirts are gone, and they're adjusting accordingly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thaxted Posted March 26, 2013 #223 Share Posted March 26, 2013 Good. Well done Cunard, a step in the right direction. I've done 4 TAs on the QM2 and the Hyacinth Bucketness over the clothes other people wear on board is not a Cunard selling point to me. I don't care, and it's none of my business, how other people dress themselves, if someone wants to wear a tux to breakfast, go for it... none of my business. I expect the crew to dress formally, they are at work. I have ~50 years of cruising time left, Cunard know what's coming after the stuffed shirts are gone, and they're adjusting accordingly. Why is it, I wonder, that people who pride themselves in being open minded are so often judgmental of others? Heaven save us from Hyacinth, be her shirts stuffed or unstuffed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
socsthecat Posted March 27, 2013 #224 Share Posted March 27, 2013 Why is it, I wonder, that people who pride themselves in being open minded are so often judgmental of others? Heaven save us from Hyacinth, be her shirts stuffed or unstuffed! Quite. I'm sure there were howls of protest when White Star/Cunard allowed women/children/Jews/blacks/bare lady's ankles/business suits in the dining room. Seat me with interesting people wearing polo shirts, not boars/bores in tuxedos. It is the person that is interesting. Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salacia Posted March 27, 2013 Author #225 Share Posted March 27, 2013 Why is it, I wonder, that people who pride themselves in being open minded are so often judgmental of others? Heaven save us from Hyacinth, be her shirts stuffed or unstuffed! Hear hear! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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