Rare Jim_Iain Posted November 1, 2018 Author #176 Share Posted November 1, 2018 November 1, 2018 Noon time and getting ready to leave for the airport. Beautiful day in the Bay Area with clear skies and 75 F. Suitcases and Backpack (with Passports) sitting at the front door. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare JoePDX Posted November 1, 2018 #177 Share Posted November 1, 2018 (edited) 3 hours ago, Jim_Iain said: I'm up and playing around on the internet to waste time until we leave for the airport around 1-1:30. I was checking Flight Aware and can see that the inbound plane (AF84) is scheduled to arrive 40 minutes early. The strange thing is they are showing our flight (AF83) departing and arriving 20 minutes late. When checking AF they are showing an on-time departure and arrival. Oh well I'll just keep an eye on it. Looks like they have filed a nice flight route to avoid any storms Jim - I flew into CDG in mid October from Seattle. Immigration was over an hour wait. I wasn't premium cabin though. But be aware there are three lines (EU, Non EU and Sky Priority). I think you are flying business so definitely look for the Sky Priority queue. Have a great time! Joe Edited November 1, 2018 by JoePDX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
h20cruzer Posted November 1, 2018 #178 Share Posted November 1, 2018 (edited) Luggage—— That’s it for the 2 of you!!!!! Edited November 1, 2018 by h20cruzer Missed a word Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DUTRAVEL Posted November 1, 2018 #179 Share Posted November 1, 2018 It was rainy and cold today in London. Friday and Saturday are supposed to be sunny and a bit warmer. Safe travels to those crossing the pond now. Dianne, Peter & Henrietta 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEA DOGY Posted November 1, 2018 #180 Share Posted November 1, 2018 1 hour ago, Jim_Iain said: November 1, 2018 Noon time and getting ready to leave for the airport. Beautiful day in the Bay Area with clear skies and 75 F. Suitcases and Backpack (with Passports) sitting at the front door. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEA DOGY Posted November 1, 2018 #181 Share Posted November 1, 2018 👍👍 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
h20cruzer Posted November 1, 2018 #182 Share Posted November 1, 2018 Jim I am In premium economy and would, like to upgrade to business if they have last minute upgrades. Could you keep your ears peeled to see if they make any announcements about upgrades? Norma 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luckynana Posted November 1, 2018 #183 Share Posted November 1, 2018 Following along. Love the Silhouette! We were on her for our Mediterranean cruise in 2016. Beautiful ship, great crew, great food! I'll be on the Silhouette in November 2019 for our ABC cruise! Have a wonderful time!!!!!😄 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nikel Posted November 1, 2018 #184 Share Posted November 1, 2018 56 minutes ago, h20cruzer said: Luggage—— That’s it for the 2 of you!!!!! We have that same amount for the 2 of us. I finally got my luggage down to 34 lbs. I envy those that travel with just a carry on. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerelmx Posted November 1, 2018 #185 Share Posted November 1, 2018 (edited) Bon Voyage Edited November 1, 2018 by gerelmx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jim_Iain Posted November 1, 2018 Author #186 Share Posted November 1, 2018 You can’t make these up. It’s a nice day at SFO but it’s the first time I’ve seen someone sunbathing outside the International terminal. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jim_Iain Posted November 1, 2018 Author #187 Share Posted November 1, 2018 Just checked in for our Air France. Business class loung is a bit underwhelming. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare abbydancer2003 Posted November 1, 2018 #188 Share Posted November 1, 2018 6 minutes ago, Jim_Iain said: You can’t make these up. It’s a nice day at SFO but it’s the first time I’ve seen someone sunbathing outside the International terminal. I'm so tempted to drive up there to see this. But I'm sure he'd be gone by the time I got there. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ecslady Posted November 1, 2018 #189 Share Posted November 1, 2018 I Am so glad you guys are on your way. I feel like it has been forever since you started this thread! Safe travels and I'm looking forward to another excellent live review. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
h20cruzer Posted November 1, 2018 #190 Share Posted November 1, 2018 2 hours ago, nikel said: We have that same amount for the 2 of us. I finally got my luggage down to 34 lbs. I envy those that travel with just a carry on. Wish I could travel that lite, this was luggage for 3 on my last TA on the Silhouette Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JEDMELK Posted November 1, 2018 #191 Share Posted November 1, 2018 Since we board the Silhouette in 38 days, I'll just follow along to admire the pictures and get mentally prepared for what is ahead. Have been on other S class ships and several of the M class as well but first time on the Silhouette. Thanks in advance for taking time out of your vacation to bring us along with photos and info. Have a Great Trip! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upwarduk Posted November 2, 2018 #192 Share Posted November 2, 2018 (edited) Welcome to UK. Rather cooler than you are used to, but forecast is good for Friday and Saturday. Edited November 2, 2018 by upwarduk 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jim_Iain Posted November 2, 2018 Author #193 Share Posted November 2, 2018 November 2 -Paris CDG The flight started in an inorganised way. First they called boarding in the loung. We marched down to a packed gate. Nothing was happening and then the agent announced a 16 minute delay. Well 20 minutes passed and no action. The then came on and said there would be a 1 hour delay and sent us back to the lounge. The lady their said why are you back. It is showing they started boarding. She did suggest we stay in the lounge until she sees only 50 passengers. Worked like a gem The flight was very nice with excellent service and food The Lobster Starter Filet Desert now on it was time for sleep. Got a nice 6 hour sleep and then Breakfast before landing. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jim_Iain Posted November 2, 2018 Author #194 Share Posted November 2, 2018 Hanging out at AF lounge. Really nice and relaxing lounge for our 1:30 hour connection 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crown Vic Posted November 2, 2018 #195 Share Posted November 2, 2018 Greetings Jim_Iain! Beautiful day, relatively, here in Southampton today (Friday). Clear blue skies with lotsa sun. About 13c. Should be able to see Silhouette from our hotel room window tomorrow morning. Shall stroll down to the ship which is about 10 minutes away. Looking forward to meeting you and chatting about your recent Japanese trip. We are booked on Millenium for this time in 2019. Looking forward to a smooth crossing. Cheers! Crown Vic... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Covepointcruiser Posted November 2, 2018 #196 Share Posted November 2, 2018 On 11/1/2018 at 3:07 PM, nikel said: And nexus card...best $50.00 investment ever It’s a shame UK, Heathrow does not recognize it. We stood in line for 45 minutes yesterday after arriving. The UK has their own special entry card and you must purchase it online. The line for non-UK passports was extremely long. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Covepointcruiser Posted November 2, 2018 #197 Share Posted November 2, 2018 On 11/1/2018 at 3:07 PM, nikel said: And nexus card...best $50.00 investment ever On 10/31/2018 at 3:22 PM, Jim_Iain said: I'm sure there would be a long que of immigration officers volunteering for that job for sure. Unfortunately, I don't believe we will get any immigration officers until we arrive in Boston. @UKPete71may be able to update us on the process. Did they have different ques for U.S. and International Passport holders. On my last cruise, In Japan they had the U.S. Passports in one area and other Countries in Cosmos. Didn’t everyone get the post from Celebrity?? They stated that there will a delay in Boston because everyone on the ship (including crew) must go through immigration before anyone, including suite guests, can get off the ship. We are in a suite and have a tour booked to avoid some of the hassles. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upwarduk Posted November 2, 2018 #198 Share Posted November 2, 2018 (edited) Reading that Navigator of the Seas has an itinerary change, due to imminent bad weather. I wonder if it something to do with the flooding problem they had last week, when they had to go to Vigo for repairs when they were en route to Madeira. Quote ’we are on Navigator on Monday similar itinerary but they have cancelled Boston, New York saying due to weather but didn’t understand how Celebrity Silhouette has not been effected. Navigator now going to Bruges and Le Harve.’ Edited November 2, 2018 by upwarduk 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barbette165 Posted November 2, 2018 #199 Share Posted November 2, 2018 1 hour ago, Covepointcruiser said: It’s a shame UK, Heathrow does not recognize it. We stood in line for 45 minutes yesterday after arriving. The UK has their own special entry card and you must purchase it online. The line for non-UK passports was extremely long. Improvements are on the way. The UK government announced this week that the e-passport gates that read the chip inside the passport currently only for UK and EU passports will also be available for US, Can, Aus, NZ and Japan passports. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
workingtocruise-59 Posted November 2, 2018 #200 Share Posted November 2, 2018 Bon voyage! Wishing you calm seas, balmy days & sunny skies. Our one and only X cruise (so far) was on the Silhouette and our next (next Saturday) is on the Eclipse. Will be following along and enjoying your wonderful posts from the ship. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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