DanOnboard

They must not like the new way Vista treats its waste.

You are liable per O ticket contract. Just looked in the cruise documents we just received for Sep cruise it says: "If the cancellation charge is more than Your advance payment, You agree to be liable to Us for the difference." I doubt that O will change those words.

First, I understand your frustration and have experienced O's "communications ability." Question: Have you sent a formal letter to O HQ asking for an explanation, perhaps include a cc to O's president? That's where the explanation needs to come from and probably the only place authorized to speak. I do appreciate your review and input on your cruise. Hopefully, your post helps.

So, Ember is a fast-serve restaurant for Americans because we just bite-and-swallow then leave, and yet they expect us Yanks to take even more time to get there and overexert ourselves walking to the forward elevator and back, both ways? Outrageous! 😄 😄 😋

We got the following from O on the Riviera refurb because we have a booked cruise in 2024 on Riviera. Can't guarantee Marina will be the same, but they are alike. 😉 Recently, Oceania Cruises unveiled its plans to re-inspire Riviera by dramatically upgrading all of her guest accommodations and public spaces. All guest accommodations will be completely transformed and outfitted with all new furniture and furnishings, wall coverings, upholstery, lighting, technology, additional storage space, and new bathrooms. Based on feedback from guests, one of the major upgrades to the accommodations is that bathrooms in all category C Oceanview Staterooms, all category B1, B2, and B3 Veranda Staterooms, all category A1, A2, and A3 Concierge Level Veranda Staterooms, and all category PH1 and PH2 Penthouse Suites will now feature an oversized, walk-in shower. The dramatically more spacious and functional walk-in shower was made possible by removing the under-utilized separate bathtub and small shower stall. These changes will take effect with the sailing beginning on December 7, 2022. The current bathtub and shower combination bathroom configuration will remain in place in category B4 Veranda Staterooms, category A4 Concierge Veranda Staterooms, and select category PH3 Penthouse Suites. Details on those specific accommodations are detailed below. The Oceania, Vista, and Owner’s Suites will all retain their current shower and bathtub, albeit in spectacularly re-inspired bathrooms. Penthouse Suites and Staterooms with the bathtub and shower: PH3: 9138, 9145, 10002, 10003, 10004, 10005, 10008, 10009, 10010, 10011 A4: 9002, 9003, 9004, 9005, 9006, 9007, 9008, 9009, 9010, 9011, 9012, 9019, 9126, 9128, 9130, 9132, 9133, 9134, 9135, 9136, 9137, 9139, 9141, 9143 B4: 7010, 7011, 7012, 7014, 7015, 7016, 7017, 7018, 7019, 7020, 7021, 7022, 7023, 7024, 7025, 7026, 7027, 7028, 7029, 7031, 7102, 7104, 7105, 7106, 7107, 7109 Check the Deck Plans on the O website to see where these are.

We were in 7000 on Nautica back in 2017 doing London to Iceland & Greenland and back. The main thing is you get to watch the crew work on the forward deck and, in tender ports, "hear" the lowering and raising of the anchor. Not an issue for early risers, I suppose. Also, when at sea, you get a lot of wind against the balcony windows so it's usually not usable. We had a couple storms and rode the waves when the ship was going over them. It's not like being rocked in a cradle on the side staterooms. I thought it was fun. In normal seas, it's no different than anywhere else on board.

Last May on our cruise on Riviera, it was used for all ports. No more fumbling with World Cards. Have to take off sunglasses and sometimes a hat. Not sure if it was any quicker while your face gets positioned properly.