Jim_Iain

Not a problem as long as you request a price match prior to final payment date. I do it all the time. I just call my agent and he has the new rate applied. Be cautious that perks are the same or you could loose something with a better price.

When I cancelled I was able to get one in about 7-10 days. On another occasion they were able to apply it directly to the new booking

I just checked one of the Airlines Sites that I use to shop cruises and it's available for booking in all classes. Also showing lots of availability.

The only place I've seen them restrict sandals are for going out on the Helipad. They ask all to have closed toe shoes on.

By the way Kelly designed the E-Class also and carried on her poor design. Just ask anyone about the lamps over the tables. You won't find many guests that haven't hit their heads at least once. They have lots of Banket Seating - unfortunately the backrests are too short and the railing hits you in the back. To me the M and S Class are a perfect size. The E-Class and especially the newer ships you feel like your in United Airline Club in Chicago. I also find that the service and attentiveness in the M and S are much more personalized where you feel just like a just one of many. Personal perspective and there is no right answer.

I thought the same thing with a very unique bag. One trip it was missing. I contacted the Customer Service Rep... she spoke into a walki talki and then told me it was outside Customs that someone had picked it up in error. I now have a bright Green Handle Wrap that says - This Isn't Your Bag. Also have my AirTags on them.

I have to say I prefer the MClass Retreat lounge. Never seen it crowded except for the Officers Reception. On an M-Class you will rarely see more than 6 people there. Service is much more attentive. The negative to both is the Kelly design with the most uncomfortable non-functional furniture that one can imagine. Like tables for Tea that can't hold 2 cups of tea. Chairs and bench seating that are hard as concrete.

We are on the 11/24 Cruise from Singapore to Sydney with an overnight in Bali. Tours listed by Rick for Bali are the same. Instead I booked a tour with Toursbylocals and prices were really inexpensive. Would recommend you take a look at some private tours and compare to Celebrity.

I just booked cruise Equinox 11/24/2024 TransAtlantic 16 night cruise from Lisbon to Buenos Aires. It's a long cruise and I booked a RS which came to $19,998. Since it was prior to the new deposit rule and a upper suite, I had to pay $1,800 deposit (not much lower than if I had paid the 10%. I chose to book NR. I would believe I got the Maximum, In total I got the current fare plus the following OBC's $800, $400, $300 plus $100 for B2B for a total of $1,600 prior to those offered by my TA. I know offers change constantly and just checked currently if I booked online I would only get only $400 For me I booked Non-Refundable as the Refundable would have cost $4,338 more. If for some reason we need to change we will pay the $200 to change the sailing, While doing a mock booking I noticed the price has gone up $2,000.

Thanks for bringing that up but the per-authorization and fee were for a download disembarkation and embarkation. We were taking a side trip from Goa to Taj Majal and rejoining the ship 3 days later. We have however departed on the first day of a overnight at the last port in Singapore, Buenos Aires and Yokohama. On those occasions I got confirmation in advance but had to make arrangements while on the ship. They just had to make arrangements that customs would be on duty at the time we were to leave the ship. It was really easy and like when you disembark they have to swipe you off the ship and after that you are unable to just leave the ship and walk past Customs and Immagration.

It was a very close Roll Call. Everyone was really close and we all got to know each other really well in advance.

They usually have one Suite concierge handle each ship and is not done by country. In my experience they always contact CS and above by both phone call and email but for SS mostly via email and sometimes an actual phone call. If you are repeat suite passenger they usually will already have a profile on file for you with past choices.

The Cloth Bags measure 18" X 17 and have a draw line. Since we only travel in suites not sure if they are now using cloth bags for all rooms. In the past they used paper bags for Concierge and Below.

They usually become available about 30 days prior to cruise. You will get an email with the cruise documents attached. Also on you Reservation a link will become active.

For me when I booked a Future Cruise Certificate on board, it immediately showed up in list of my reservations. When I booked a cruise the booking number remained the same as the booking number for the future cruise certificate.

Unless things have changed - I do have the same recollection. The use to have free coffee in the Hidaway near the entrance

I think it's free like other drinks that are offered to those playing. At least I ordered a cup and was not asked for my card.

Choose each bar and in the middle near the opening time select Menu - you will see the individual drink prices.

The also have coffee (free) in Spa Cafe between 7 and 10 and 12noon until 2:00pm, Roof Service (fee may apply). MDR when open for lunch. I believe they also have coffee available at the Casino Bar. They may also have free coffee at Eden Cafe when open --- don't recall. Eden Cafe, Il Segundo al Bacio, Al Bacio Le Grand Bistro - coffee for a fee,

While not on Edge I was able to participate on a number of Zoom Calls using the premium on Apex. Since they are both Edge Class I would assume the results would be similar. For the TransAtlantic I had a separate thread on speed test using Starlink. Solid connection on TA. @KenTheCruiser was also doing live with daily speed tests on Eclipse Sydney to Vancouver. His speeds were as solid and same range as in the Atlantic.

I didn't find the menu item for casting on my cruises earlier this year but at least on Apex it was available. If it's not on the screen if you use the remote process and select the second icon for casting. Not as easy because you have to identify you individual tv and about 8 are listed all the same. Trial and error. If unavailable I would use the HDMI port. On the screen shots. I had to change my language to English.

iPhone - PC, as well as things like Roku and Firestick if using the HDMI instead of casting.

Love reading your positive report. I can say I was never disappointed in any venue with the exception of Raw on 5. Was just a weird experience and maybe an off night. About 45 minutes before we left the Sommelier walked by and said good night. Food was exceptional and service was OK but not great. Our Sommelier Ally was truly the best we have had on any ship.

I believe the OP has read many reports here where E-Class ship have been dropping the reservations system even for people that had reservations for months before the cruise. The ships have recently been doing away with both fixed time dining and reservations in lieu of anytime dining.

Was on Apex recently and know one of the Maitr'd from Luminae that was working in the Main Dining Room (he was going home the next week and his replacement had arrived). I asked him and he said that they do have reservations available at least at one of the dining rooms but most worked on first come basis. He did indicate that if you had a reservation it would be honored but like all other establishments if earlier diners don't leave at a predicted rate there may be a wait. A person with a reservation will be seated before a walk up if there happens to be a wait.