Nachosdelux

What do you mean by "separate lounge"?

I don't believe that Regent has a Concierge-type lounge on any of their ships (unlike Oceania)

destination services will tell you if you need to carry off your own luggage, or if it will be available for you in the terminal.

On 5/12/2024 at 8:39 AM, papaflamingo said:

I believe your comment might be a bit confusing (at least it was for me).  You mean you found lounges on Deck 11 that were in a heated AREA, not that the lounges themselves were heated, correct?  When I read your first post I thought you were saying you found heated lounges. 

Scout16 explained it better than I could.  In any case, it was a pleasant place to sit outside, as it was heated (from above), had comfortable furniture, and there were blankets available.  Also generally not crowded.

2 hours ago, papaflamingo said:

Thanks.  Didn't think of the "drawer" thing.  

don't forget your "drawers"!

just got off Explorer Tokyo - Vancouver and while not perfect, was an excellent cruise. The service was outstanding.  Agree with MrLevin above.  

as far as the negative reviews - I don't want to be dismissive of other's opinions, but frankly there are quite a few who will never be satisfied, or have unreasonable expectations, IMHO

24 minutes ago, Tsunami74 said:

Have never found this.

Is this on deck 11 around the pool?

yes it is on the starboard side, deck 11, just aft of the pool "buffet" area (across/aft from the cookies and coffee machine)

3 days prior, sometimes more, sometimes less

is this 1908?  (I thought you were referring to a steamer trunk)

4 hours ago, 2012_Alaska_bound said:

Boarding in Vancouver for the first time next Wednesday (usually sail Seward to Vancouver), so can someone run me through the boarding at Canada Place?

We will be staying at Sutton Place downtown, so will take a taxi to Canada Place with our luggage to board.  Assume taxi drops off right outside Canada Place. Where do we hand off our luggage? I seem to remember reading something about taking an elevator up to do luggage drop off then going back down to do check in and boarding?

Thanks for the help!

the taxi should drop you off inside canada place, right at the luggage drop off.  you will walk inside (a short distance) to the check-in counters.

Was on this cruise also.  Had a wonderful time.  I agree with Forgap (above) that the food was not as good as previous cruises.  

I would say that about half of the mains that we ordered in Compass Rose were just "ok".  We normally had the Chef's recommendation, or what the waiter suggested.

Also the curries (tried all of them) in Pacific Rim were "off" (I fancy myself a curry expert).  The rest of the food in PR was very good.

Best meals we had (2) were in Chartreuse. Did not eat in Prime 7.

As a comparison, we recently got off the Mariner on a World segment, where the food was universally exceptional.

 In any case, the service on the Explorer was outstanding.  

Agree that the Veranda was packed at lunch on sea days - a few times had to sit outside at the pool grill, which was fine due to the heaters.

take a taxi - both ways.  easier and cheaper.  

4 hours ago, m8zenblue said:

Lol, you seem a bit entitled, never had an issue on the Constellation with rude/unfriendly crew, maybe you should stay on HAL.

uncalled for.

 Just because YOU never had an issue on Connie, doesn't mean someone else can't.

BTW, if someone says they enjoy Carnival, I would not call them entitled.

Also - go Bucks!

75 cents wash/ 50 cents dry

There was only the option to make specialty dinner reservations on the "first" April 20.

It is a limitation of the computer system.

When we boarded, we were able to make a reservation for the "2nd" April 20 (which was wide open)

It is now snowing!

Expect it 3 days prior, give or take

if you are just going to MIA airport, a taxi is the same price and easier (it can be a challenge to find your ride-share, or there can be a LONG wait for one.)  Taxis are readily available and the line (if any) moves quickly

On 4/15/2024 at 9:30 PM, beshears said:

My son and I have discussed this, and with ALL the feedback I have received, we plan to go another direction. For those that wanted to help, I appreciated it.

i mean this will all due respect- if you are that thin-skinned, perhaps cruising (and travel) is not for you.

Lots of variables,  but in general you should have plenty of time.

figure off the ship by 8

5-10 minutes to go thru Canada immigration (most times they waive you thru)

5-10 minutes to get bags

5-10 minutes to get a taxi

30 minutes to drive to airport 

30 minutes to check in

20 minutes for US immigration and customs (bring your global entry card if you have it)

10 minutes to walk to gate

so 90-120 minutes from ship to gate

(I have done it in less than 90 but that is conservative on the low side)

There is a “review” section or you can just post it in the specific cruise line section 

my parents are currently onboard (go home tomorrow) and have had a fabulous cruise.  I only wish we had been able to join them

another alternative is to overnight in Vancouver prior to flying home.

A beautiful city with great restaurants and lots to see.

Then catch an early flight the next morning.

I would recommend doing the trip in reverse order (Anchorage to Vancouver - so a different week)

Fly up to Anchorage a day or 2 early.

Take the scenic train from Anchorage to Seward the morning of the cruise - then get right on the ship.

End the cruise in Vancouver, quick taxi to airport, and much shorter travel day getting home.

Ideally, I would do Vancouver Round trip (back to back) if your time and budget permits.

I have been to Tristan (Seabourn world cruise pre-covid) and there is a small harbor where the tenders port (if you are lucky).  I would estimate that it is 50/50 if you can get in (too windy/wave height)

When I visited, there were no organized tours, we just walked around the Island for a couple hours, which was beautiful and interesting.

Later in the afternoon, some residents came onboard and sold crafts, and the Police Chief (who wrote a book) gave a lecture about life on the island.

Good luck and hope you make it in.

I will try and post some photos tomorrow.

the best itinerary is the one with the fewest (out of control) kids lol

I would never cruise on a ship named the "Slendor"