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A travel router is probably a better idea but another option to get multi connections to the internet might be to use your cellular device to connect to the cellular at sea service. Although expensive I think Regent does supply a cell signal while at sea. ATT offers a plan for cruisers and your carrier probably does too. 
 

I have no idea how good the cellular at sea service is. My only experience is using it as a reminder to go into Airplane mode. 

They have applesauce in La Veranda?

Thanks @GOARMY  I have one quick clarifying question. Was the original 1-stop itinerary a first response to a deviation request, or Regent’s standard non-deviation flight?

I have never waited to see what Regent would provide, always either deviating for international or booking my own domestic flights. I am interested in learning other people’s experiences with standard Regent air. The air travel industry has been so chaotic lately that making air arrangements 210 says in advance just seems to provide more time for the airlines to change the itinerary on their own. 

@GOARMY, how long in advance of your embarkation date did you receive the original one-stop itinerary and request the change to nonstop?

15 hours ago, crusin7 said:

Chair Hog Repellent!

It seems to work. They put their book on the lounger and leave!

51 minutes ago, RetiredOnVacation said:

@Shoreviewgirl All interesting stuff and very much what suits you best. Personally we value loyalty rewards and status miles/points with specific airlines and so always take the air credit and book our own air travel. I think I'm correct in believing you won't collect status points for a Regent air flight booking. Also there's some airlines I would not wish to travel on, eg Turkish (don't ask why!), so arranging our own air travel assures that we travel when and with who we like. Yes there are risks attached with any rerouted itinerary of the cruise but we build in contingency. Also allows for Amex travel insurance cover and points with them too! 

Fwiw! 

When we use Regent air and book United we always get our MileagePlus miles for the flights. I can’t comment on results with other airlines. 

I have only been on Voyager one time, in a Penthouse. I thought the shower was pretty tiny. A shower chair might fit but I’m not sure a chair and a person would. 

In Concierge you are also paying for a precruise hotel room and additional WiFi logins, and some other minor perks. 

4 hours ago, jhenry1 said:

Is there a whirlpool in the spa

I think only on Grandeur on the back deck. 

On 4/8/2024 at 2:03 PM, ridethetide said:

Not sure if this is the exact model of Muck Boot that is provided, but it should be close enough for your purpose. I found the boots to be quite supportive in the foot and ankle. They are quite warm and provide great traction in the snow.

Thanks @ridethetide. Those look like they should do the trick for me. I think I will be able to find these at a local store and try them on to confirm. 

I’m curious about the excursion boots. I suffer from “foot drop” and normally wear braces to help avoid tripping over my toes. I find that my work boots provide enough support for short walks though. 
 

The website says they provide knee-high boots for excursions. Did they fit well and were they supportive at the ankles?  I would love to see a photo if you have any. 

19 minutes ago, Gpilon said:

Our favorite place for a great dinner is 45 Bistro on East Broughton…. www.45bistro.com. Great small bar for a cocktail pre-dinner there. Crystal Beer Parlor for lunch and craft beer is terrific. Www.crystalbeerparlor.com. 

 

Where are you staying while in Savannah?

 

Walking through the squares is always beautiful, especially Forsyth Square. Hop on/Hop off bus is a good way to see the city and River area.

 

We’re staying at the Marshall House. It appears to share a wall with 45 Bistro! I just checked the Marshall House website. The breakfast room is 45 Bistro so I guess pretty convenient for us for dinner too. 

We are planning on the Hop On/Off bus and maybe a river cruise. The Crystal Beer Parlor menu looks yummy. We’ll see how close the bus will get us to it. 

13 hours ago, AtlantaCruiser72 said:

Was on Grandeur in January. Had beds split into twins. Only outlets/usb are on the side walls (both sides). None in the middle. Sorry did not take photos. 

Were the outlets accessible on both sides?

@Gpilon and @Zqueeze1, we’re going east for a week at the end of this month, splitting our time between Savannah and Charleston. Do you guys have any suggestions for Must-Do activities?  We’ve never been to either city. Also we would be thankful for some suggestions for a nice dinner, or lunch for that matter, while we’re there. 

Has anybody been able to connect their Bluetooth headphones to the suite TV?

We’re boarding Explorer June 12. Lorraine was the CD on our first three cruises. I’m guessing June 12 is too early but I can always hope. 

22 minutes ago, tnr said:

Lorraine will be leaving in May, but I fail to remember if it is the end of May, or earlier.  (As I hadn’t yet had my full supply of coffee this morning.). Z will be able to tell you.  She will be going to the Explorer after her vacation.  David Niven will be coming back to the Grandeur.

Did she say where she’s going?

Regent doesn’t actually pay for the air until a couple of months before departure. Have you asked your TA about canceling the return flights and taking a credit?  After final payment the credit might have to be an OBC but at least it would open the door for you to book a better flight home. 
 

If it’s important enough you could probably just abandon the Regent flight and book your own. 

14 hours ago, Dolebludger said:

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You might want to have Ruth check you for symptoms of a stroke. 😉

17 minutes ago, Covepointcruiser said:

When you are booked in a Regent hotel is breakfast included?   We will be at the Intercontinental in Miami.

If you’re booked by Regent as part of the cruise breakfast is included, along with transfer to the ship. If you booked it yourself you’re on your own. 

We stayed at the Intercontinental last May. After reading a few reviews of the Divani Caravelle we decided to take the credit and book our own room. The club lounge is very nice. 
 

Taxis in Athens are not expensive and the ride to the port was only around twenty minutes. 

I suspect that Regent suspects that most passengers, best intentions notwithstanding, will not log on from home and fill out the survey. I know That I resemble that remark. When I get home I am busy going through my mail, making sure any non-autopay bills get paid, checking the garden, doing laundry, thinking about our next cruise, etc, etc. 

Onboard the list of distractions is much shorter. I’m sure that most of my fellow passengers are much better organized and more focused than I but for at least some of us being required to do the survey onboard increases the likelihood that we actually fill it out. 

5 hours ago, CruiserFromMaine said:

The Grandeur is at Terminal J this morning, just like our boarding pass says. Five other big ships in port too! 

What app is this?

In previous year Free Medical was included. Now it says Free Medical Consultation. I wonder if that’s just different wording or a different perk?

7 minutes ago, Pcardad said:

Part of said benefit is prefered cabin location on the ship.

Also the concierge balcony is larger than almost all of the F balconies.