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Hi,Maggie and John here,Our next 2 cruises are on the Crown Princess 31nts Sth America Dec 4th 2016 followed by Regal Princess Caribbean 14 nt Jan 15th 2017 .We love long cruises and O/S only,have only done one Aussie cruise on the Sun around NZ a few yrs ago.Sailed on the stunning Solstice Vancouver to Sydney last Sept/Oct and loved everything Itinerary/ship etc would do it again in a heartbeat.Happy Cruising everyone.

Sorry for the not-so-clear communication. I meant the hotel at Rio (29-30Dec and 1 Jan-4 Jan16). We already have a package tour for Iguazu. Thanks.

Could you please tell me what is your package to Iguazu and approximately how much , we are looking at same from Rio after finishing our cruise. Regards Maggie and John.

Hello, this is the Montevideo Town Tour info:

 

Escape the crowded cruise line tours on this exclusive and excellent Montevideo Highlights Tour, which includes Old Town, Port Market, Parliament Palace and the Rambla.

Your tour begins when you meet your professional guide at the pier and climb aboard our air-conditioned vehicle. Your first stop will be historic Old Town. Until 1829, a wall that protected it from possible invasions surrounded Old Town. After the wall was torn down, the only part that was kept was its gateway, which remains an emblem of this part of town. Old Town has the most beautiful buildings from the Colonial era and the first decades of independence. The Cabildo (built in 1812), the Solís Theatre, the Metropolitan Cathedral and several museums, like the Museo Torres García, are among the most impressive ones. Several design shops and recycled loft floors flourish in the streets near the port.

Next you will visit Port Market. The market was completed in 1885 and is a must for the tourist who arrives in Montevideo, whether for its traditional foods or to view the historic culture of the city. While there you may see several talented los guitarreros viejos (the old guitarists) playing folk music that's lasted for centuries, all for the few coins that people donate.

Departing the Old Market, you will next see Independence Square. Located at the border of the Old City and the new city center, Independence Square is the heart of the city, and is surrounded by an interesting array of architectural styles. From the square you will see the statue and mausoleum of General Artigas (considered the father of Uruguay), the Ciudadela gate, and the Palacio Estévez (the former Presidential palace). You will also see Parliament Palace. The palace houses Uruguay's parliament in a very impressive Neo-Classical building, completed in 1925.

Next you will visit the romantic neighborhood “El Prado." This residential neighborhood is home to impressive mansions on tree-lined streets built in the early 20th century. Nearby, you will see Cerro de Montevideo, a beautiful green park with several impressive monuments.

You will also visit Carrasco. Located on the city's southeast coast, this neighborhood was originally an elegant seaside resort. However, it eventually became the city's most exclusive bedroom community. Carrasco is regarded as one of the most expensive neighborhoods in Montevideo, and features a wide range of architectural styles.

Departing Carrasco you will visit famous Rambla, the avenue that goes all along the coastline of Montevideo and features a string of beautiful beaches. This area provides a great environment for jogging, walking, biking, fishing, or just relaxing in the sun.

Departing Rambla you will be returned to your ship.

 

The cost of the tour is listed as $55. It is 3 hours in duration. I haven't booked yet, intending to do it this week. I found out about the tour in an email from *************.com . I can forward you a copy of the email if you like.

We experienced our first ever man overboard on Sapphire last week.A young man dived from deck 13 (we think) and the captain announced man overboard on the tanoid. A few people through life jackets to mark the stop. The ship turned and ribs and tenders were deployed and search lights. I thought he must have been killed in the fall and was devastated to have knowledge of it

I couldn't believe that they found him! A miracle in my view and all credit to the Captain and crew who saved his life

He was thrown off at the next port with his family(so we heard)

He was a 19 yr old chinese lad who jumped over the side after an argument with family it was pitch black.I was on our Baja balcony on the starboard side we eventually heard him cry for help and watched him hauled onto a rubber ducky .The Captain and ships crew did an amazing job to turn the ship around cut the engines and find him alive ,they were absolutely awesome and deserve a medal.Go Sapphire princess.

Thanks Pop-I

 

As silver members you choose from a list such as a free bag of laundry, free 2hour internet etc. One of the choices is 10% off premium wines. We have used that before when buying bottles singly but not for the silver wine package.

 

Thanks for the link!

As silver members do you mean Platinum as we are or is it somethimg else again ?