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We have eaten in over 40 different countries in the world!   All but a couple have been in local homes or small restaurants (Mom and Pop).  We used to try all kinds of food....yup, sometimes didn’t agree with us, but mostly it was exciting and fun!   We used to take a lot of land as well as cruises, before tourism got so bad in some places, so was easy to get away from the Port or Place we stayed at or drove through.  Now, as DH is not healthy, we have to watch where we eat, but still have fond memories and pictures of the unique people and places we met and ate at.   I always say, go for it, ..make memories and never say “ wish I would have, or could have...”   .   

Is she able to text, call or email her physician here?    They may be able to email, fax or call in to the cruise rep, or Cruise physician or get her replacements?   

9 hours ago, ronrick1943 said:

Why not spend if you want--Non-refundable money---beside spa, we buy those sun glasses that we wouldn't spend that much at home.  And yes we purchased the world globe that spins....and surprise to us at home everyone ask about it when they see it.

Funny, we bought a Mova when we last sailed on Regent when we had an obscene amt of OBC!   They are cool!    

1 hour ago, Splinter said:

Disney is an expensive line, and frankly, I don't want to go on a cruise that caters to families with a lot of rug rats running around. Wish the other cruise lines would do the same though.

As an FYI, you do know that there are people with handicapped children, that enjoy Disney, and up till now, most excursions were not handicapped friendly, causing folks to hire out for their excursions.    All forum posts are not adult only.    

There is a difference between non refundable and refundable OBC.  If your TA gives it to you, pls ask them what type they provided.   If it was OLife,  it’s non refundable, and if it is loyalty it is non refundable.   It makes a difference.  For refundable, you can ask for it back on the last day of your cruise, non refundable is use it or lose it.  

16 minutes ago, victory2020 said:

So you're saying this will go against your non refundable cr edit if you pay the 3%?

DH states that it as labeled ‘casino cage’ line item on our cruise itemized bill or something like that, paid the amt + 3%, and it came out of our OBC.  Now that said we had some non refundable and lots refundable, but 0 total at end of cruise.   Now there is no way to determine which it was taken out of.   There are no accounting codes on the line items to itemize which it comes from.   You would have to be given all non refundable to verify.   

15 minutes ago, victory2020 said:

Has anyone had actual experience with using any OBC in the casino to see how it was credited to your account? IE Princess says you cannot use OB in the casino but I do it every cruise. Also, NCL will let you use non refundable OBC with a 3% fee - I believe they also say it cannot be used for casino.

See my above post.    

It’s called a “cash advance” against your OBC, and in the Oceania faq’s It states you will be charged a 3% fee.  I know this is true, because DH did exactly this on our last cruise.  

https://oceaniacruises.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360005475693-What-are-the-casino-policies-

Without seeing the actual website or pricing as it was specified ( verbatim on site), it’s hard to respond.   All I can say is it is very unlikely that a per person is xxx.51 ( usual pricing is in whole dollar amounts).   It is more likely you are looking at the price, assuming it is for the cabin, and splitting it in half.   It is pp.  So the calculation by RCCL is correct imho without seeing the actual promo in writing.   

I have been known to wear a reindeer antler headband, and sparkling Christmas tree light earrings and necklace for Christmas dinner (I had the blinkers all turned off so not to bother others at dinner)!   DH wore a Christmas themed vest one year!   I don’t remember dirty looks, but I would not have cared.   One year we were on the Panama Canal Cruise, and had just stopped in Guatemala, where they had a Holiday Bazaar filled with homemade things!   That year many folks were dressed for dinner with Holiday themes.   New Year’s Eve, they used to give headbands and noisemakers at dinner for your enjoyment.     Wear the sweater and enjoy!   

This is a very civil discussion imho.  You should see some of the attire “discussions” on the luxury boards!!!!! You would think it was the end of the world as we know it if someone doesn’t comply to their opinion of the code!   

Since I noticed this is your first post, Welcome to Cruise Critic!   The Oceania forum is located here:  https://boards.cruisecritic.com/forum/29-oceania-cruises/

Canyon Ranch at Sea provides the overpriced spa services on all Oceania Ships at this time (will Change next year to someone else).   Here is their information (go to page 41 & 42 for prices).    

https://www.canyonranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Canyon-Ranch-Spa-Fitness-Oceania-Guide-prices-Insignia-Nautica-Regatta-Sirena-rev012319.pdf

as far as the day pass,  I am not sure.  You may want to join your roll call, and come over to the Oceania Forum for further information.   

There is an excellent forum here on CC for solo travelers that is updated with specials and current deals offered from various cruise lines, and great conversations:  

https://boards.cruisecritic.com/forum/279-solo-cruisers/

Booked a guarantee A1, received A1 on full Christmas voyage through Panama Canal.  Received cabin assignment 2 weeks prior to sailing.  Have also received upsells twice on Christmas Cruises from A2 to Penthouse 2  on Riviera in the past.   Took one for $100 per person above our A2.  

FYI, I would personally only book a guarantee cabin if I was happy with ANY cabin in that category, and no other option available.  I do not believe any TA would swear you to silence on this, it is still up to Oceania to offer the upgrade, or upsell if available.      

Give or take ...00:01 EDT(1 Min after midnight).     It may take several minutes to load, but in our experience, it’s been pretty close to that time.   

Something is occurring on this forum tonight, there are duplicate posts popping up all over!     Here is a link to your first post:

please advise us what type of information you are looking for!  

We have also used USD, last year in all these ports.   USD is widely used and accepted.  If you wish to purchase Local money, simply go to a local bank or atm.   

We have stayed on deck 9 on the Riviera.   What type of information are you asking for?  Room numbers?  I would say any cabins in the front or rear ends of A2 classification may be good for you.   We have stayed in dead middle of A2’s in heavy weather and found it to be fine, but we don’t get seasick either.  If you give us more information as to what you are asking for, we can assist further.  

Not sure which cruise line you are referring to, but we saw an actual fight between two (ahem) older men, on an upscale premium cruiseline, with 750 passenger onboard!!!   Man #1 accused Man #2 of “stealing” his chair.   Man #2 said it looked just like his, and so he “took it”.  Sigh...it ended up in blows, with ships’ crew breaking it up.   Turns out, that both rented from the same company, so they were identical!!!!    The extra one, turned up in a hallway, I am sure someone else moved it out of the way.  We have also seen the crew trying to take the wrong one to a good friend of ours one night.  They looked somewhat alike, and they store them in a hallway, so like a”black” suitcase, they look alike.  Moral  of story, put an identifier on your chair...room number on label wrapped around handle, yarn, etc.   Never heard of one actually stolen however...I think it’s more of a mistaken identity...labeling your chair should cover most bases IMHO.  If you are afraid of it being misplaced or commandeered.. stay in it at the table. Or fold it up and place it next to you.  

? I do not see anything wrong with the article listed.   He’s simply stating a fact, not imho advising everyone to go rent a scooter.   Yup, DH on oxygen still walks on the ship as well as some ports, but hey, I can see the day where we rent a scooter for him to make life easier, but he is a slight man, a small Travelscoot will be fine, and no Handicapped room to start with for us...we like our suites too much!!!   

i Think you meant to post this on another cruise type forum?   You already asked this below....

Any other port, I would say bring a bike lock...Nassau...nope, I wouldn’t leave anything outside unattended there.  I would leave someone with the scooter at all times.    IMHO  

I think what you are asking, is that you would like to have the cruiseline supply a means to get DW from the ship to an area off the ship.  If this is what you are asking, the answer is no.   You will need to rent a scooter (and have an accessible room to store it in), or rent a collapsible wheelchair for you to push off the ship and around the area.   

Check out  https://www.specialneedsatsea.com/ for rental information.   They deliver directly onboard most ships at most ports.   

Inogen g3 or G5.  Double batteries (extended life).   He’ll get 3ish hours per battery.  Best you’ll do at pulse 4.  Unit+battery weighs 11-12 lbs.  My husband uses the backpack for walking.   We carry 2 extended life batteries per unit on trips.   (Plus chargers, etc), but at least he’s mobile!!!!