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The only noise we have had is the door to reception on Starboard side about 3-4 cabins close to the lobby can hear the door banging when the staff go in/out

It is suppose to be for air arrivals https://www.visitaruba.com/traveling-to-aruba/entry-requirements-and-visas/sustainability-fee But maybe if flying out you are also subject to the fee

I just ask the teller for the denominations & amount I want TD usually have $1 bills

I would allow the extra time to do pre clearance

Usually annual plans cover medical & you can take so many trips per year that are limited in days out of the Province Trip cancellation/Interruption is based on the cost of the whole trip You can get all inclusive plans that cover C/I with medical look at the CSA site https://www.snowbirds.org/travel-insurance/ TD bank have multi trip ins but read the fine print with any policy

In the past we have used RSA & TIPS for cancellation insurance DH worked for the city so got insurance through MROO I think it was Global allianz We made a claim with the MROO insurance & RSA both paid within 4 to 6 wks Read the fine print no matter what one you choose For Cancellation/interuprion I think you have to book within 48 hr of deposit so be sure to check when you need to book by

I would think getting most food at WAVES would still be cooked & served by the staff We avoid the TC at the best of times

Silly question is Wifi calling like Whats app ? I am cell phone challenged Before all this 2factor authentication I did my banking online on the cruises I have not tried lately but I can choose SMS or Email for the code

In the past we have only had Super Bowl games & soccer World Cup game shown onboard usually in the lounge

I would confirm the OBC is PP or per cabin usually it is per cabin

Usually in the past the magnifying mirrors were on the desk for Concierge + cabins never saw one in the B or C cabins

Very disappointed to read the news here on the self serve buffet When we first cruised with O 20 yrs ago that was the case then & we were pleased when they switched to no self serve They also charged for sodas, bottled water & coffee other than the basic & internet that changed for the better IMO Seems like they are going backwards I recommended O to friends & now I wish I had not after reading all the new changes

It is not just the food tongs Do not forget all those railings & elevator buttons you touch plus the chairs when you go to sit & move them People coughing sputtering their germs into the air that you walk though

Remember when Insignia was leased to Hapag Lloyd for 2 yrs ? She returned to O

My condolences to you & the family She will be greatly missed Lyn

All good Thanks 😀

as long as they taste good I would not care how they were plated LOL JMO

they are small so not sure how they would plate them otherwise

Not that I can recall but they will bring you a glass of water in the theater if requested

Book Ember prior to boarding We enjoyed it but had trouble getting a 2nd reservation Contrary to some opinions it IS a popular restaurant No need to ask the waiter to slow down they will server each course to match your tablemates If you orfer less you may just be waiting for the next course to arrive Enjoy

You caan order as many as you like sometimes I order 2 appitzers instead of the main or a smaller portion of the main course JUST ASK the waiters do not read minds

Well I needed some humour in my sad little life so decided to check out CC 😉 Nothing has changed in 9 mths 🙄 Back to the OP We are always in the 45 day window What I do if I cannot get the earlier time slot is book something then check back every few days to see if something more suitable opens up Be flexible on the day you may have to juggle restaurants around to get the earlier seating If all else fails go to the reservations desk (deck 5) on embarkation day & ask if they can get you a more suitable to you time slot JMO Enjoy Lyn

Reaction?? I had special menu ..you get the menu a day or so before check off what you want they adapt the item to suit your needs like sodium free gluten free etc When you give your room number at the reservations desk you are flagged that you have a special meal they bring out the pre filled in menu & give it to the waiter that escorts you to the table your meal is served along with other tablemates course by course No one needs to know you have a special menu Some waiters will confirm with you that items are what you ordered to be sure that is no issue

I pack mix n match / wash n wear type clothing even for a month we manage with 1 -26 " case each Pack for a week then do laundry or use the sink in the cabin for what you can hand wash I have washed DH Columbia shirts in the sink they dry overnight Enjoy

You could probably just be in the last group off the 1st cruise then go to the 2nd berth & drop your bags You can check here to see what berth the ship will be at https://www.southamptonvts.co.uk/Live_Information/Shipping_Movements_and_Cruise_Ship_Schedule/Cruise_Ship_Schedule/