Viking1966

I was on the previous Venture cruise and we did not experience issues with staff shortage. A lot of staff however signed off after our cruise so I know there was some turnover. Our interaction with expedition staff members was exemplary. We did miss a couple of landings due to weather which is to be expected. My understanding is sites in Antarctica have to be booked well in advance which might have influenced the decision to go south. Our only major complaint about our cruise was the food. The food described on the menu is not served and quality. Cannon of lamb vs lamb chops, Ribeye steak prep vs prime rib of beef, and I can go on. Food quality has a long way to go to match the rest of the experience. We like the expedition cruise experience but will take a break from cruising next year, hoping Seabourn will step up its game.

I will take the plunge on our upcoming cruise to Antarctica on the Venture. I hope they will have some Aquavit available pre and post-plunge. So much better than Jaegermaister.

Service for formal night was good, not perfect. The food was great. Do question Rigatoni as the Chef Special, but I had the lobster.

You can vote with your wallet, you have other options.

Hope you have a splendid evening.

Tables can be reserved in the Restaurant for groups 5 or larger. The MD suggested the approach said he would set table for 5 even though we are 4. My parents have hearing issues in large crowds; so a quit area of the restaurant is important. We have made a connection with some of the staff and enjoy spending time with them.

Jackie I would recommend arriving early for dinner, skip the Cap reception. Communicate upon your arrival your expectations for dinner.

Good morning. We had a day with beautiful weather yesterday and the good weather continues today. We spent a leisurely day walking around in Trois Rivieres. Today we are doing the hop on hop off bus in Quebec. Service in the Restaurant did indeed start off slow. Just about every guest on the Quest arrived at the same time. We were seated last in our area and expected a wait. After the first course arrived everything was on point. We are very happy with service in our section and now laid claim to our table for the rest of our cruise besides days we plan to eat in TK and the Colonnade. All in all I think the staff handled the rush very well. There is just no way the kitchen could produce food to every table at once. Some of us unfortunately had to wait. Told 385 pax on this cruise. Look forward to our day in Quebec. Arriving a couple of hours late due to river traffic.

Dinner in the Restaurant last night was good. Service was good. First night we stayed with the complimentary wine offerings. Obtaining the list today to find our favorites. Have we stumbled on a good section in the Restaurant? We shall attempt to confirm tonight by sitting in the same area. I will only talk about this hot 🔥 topic issue once. If you have a dress code, enforce it. Many jeans 👖 observed last night in the Restaurant. Humanity seems to be involved in a race to the bottom of what is considered Elegant Casual. 🤔 Tomorrow is formal night🙏🤣

The rest of the story! Centuries ago travel involved the risk of bandits. Today we have to navigate a myriad of ever changing apps and electronic forms that need to be filled out. My father got tripped up on the Canada ETA which he forgot to fill out. Denied boarding and a day of stress and anxiety ensued. Got the form completed and flights rebooked for the next day. Then the flight to Montreal had to return due to landing gear issues. Thanks to German efficiency a new plane and crew was made available. A smaller plane, so the usual bribes of free hotel and $$$ ensued and 6 hours later the flight was on its way. Arrived in Montreal around 11pm. My dream of sleeping inn the next morning shattered by my parents not adapted to the time change. A small price to pay. My father's relief was palpable as he enjoyed lunch at the Colonnade. Good to be back!

Great start to our cruise. Arrived 3 hours before our assigned boarding time. On board and thru the various check points in about 20 min. Then to the Colonnade for lunch and a glass of wine. A short walkabout the ship, reservations made at Thomas Keller for 2 nights. Check in at the muster station. Onward to our cabin for a little unpacking, so good to be back. Our room requests made and a promise all will be ready when we return from dinner. We have decided if we are going to make up the future, we will make it positive and see what happens. A little relaxing time before we head to the Observation bar for a cocktail, followed by dinner in the restaurant. All is well on the Quest. Spoke to soon the fridge door just fell off LOL. For a split second I thought to endeavor to fix it and remembered where I was. Should be an easy fix with a phone call. My better half informed me no night cap tonight as we got up at 6 am. A story for another day. I am going with the flow, maybe a night cap will be in my future. Time will tell.

Boarding the Quest in a couple of hours Looking forward to our cruise with my parents. Hope service issues will improve. Thanks to everyone reporting on the Quest over the last few weeks. Not sure I am the right person to continue the trend, but hopefully someone on this trip will.

Any waiter's recommend in the main dining room? We will be embarking the Quest on Oct 4th?

Let me know how boarding goes. We are scheduled to board at 3pm but have to leave apartment by 11am. Was planning on arriving early😇

Good luck with the weather, I hope Fiona heads out east. We will be boarding the Quest on Oct 4th so I will be following your thread with interest. Would you recommend Modavie for dinner? Unfortunately many restaurants I want to visit are closed on Monday's.