MomC

Just talked to my daughter. They are all OK but very shaken up since both a gun and a knife were brandished at them in order to get I phones, purses, etc. Considering how it turned out, they realize they were fortunate not to be physically hurt. Seabourn handled the bad situation very well, getting them to a safe place (a museum) as soon as the thieves left. From there they were escorted back to the ship where they were greeted by the captain and other officers and staff. The police took statements on board to document the robbery. Just a reminder that traveling anywhere in the world comes with certain dangers that are unavoidable. Thank God they were on an official ship excursion. They have done some private tours while on this cruise.

I need help from anyone on the part of the world cruise in Africa. I just heard from my daughter that her tour group was robbed at gun and knife point somewhere in Africa today. Phones, passports, etc. stolen. I am traveling and her itinerary is in my suitcase somewhere between Amsterdam and the US. More information PLEASE??? Worried Mother!!

Coral Gables Hyatt Regency

Any idea what time new passengers start embarking? I really have no desire to arrive with 50 others and stand in line for everything. We might just take a cab.

We are staying at the O hotel the night prior to boarding the ship in Miami. From you’re experience, what time do those from the hotel normally board! Thanks for your wisdom!

Thanks for help! I can now use it!

I have been a cruise critic member for 20 years. I used to have no trouble searching for topics and questions dealing with them. Well, not anymore. I lost that ability a couple of years ago when something changed—but I don’t know what. Please help me! If I wanted to look up something like “dining options” that has been asked and answered in the past, how do I do that? Please tell me the steps to complete in order to do that. Thanks in advance. The people here, and their experience, is invaluable! Mom C

Basir My words exactly! Trip of a lifetime!

Having done Antarctica on Seabourn, I would NEVER settle for just sailing by Antarctica. Being on the ice is the closest thing to being on another planet. In other words, out of this world. Loved all the penguins and seals—and even a whole day of whales entertaining us, BUT the highlight was the daily time on the ice. I think every person who has gotten to get off the ship, has taken the rubber rafts by the ice bergs, around the icebergs, and finally stepping onto the ice, would agree. IMHO, it’s like a partial Panama Canal transit vs a complete one—only 100 times more impactful. Hope this helps.

We are taking a cruise in a month and have over a $1,000 OBC. Since we have visited the Caribbean islands several times, we won’t be going on any excursions. I am not a big spa person so I need suggestions on how you like to spend your OBC. Any tips? I’m thinking some decadent wine. I welcome your suggestions. Mom C