BoatsandTrains

15 hours ago, roscoe39 said:

I'm getting onto the Queen Victoria on the 25 February for the last half of the world cruise - 2024 Auckland to Southampton and then back through the States to NZ,

 

If you flick back on this blog to its start it covers the  2016 WC and follows the WC's since then.

 

http://exitviathegiftshop.blogspot.com

 

 

I am looking forward to living vicariously through your magnificent journeys!   Please post your links. 
 

Thank you.  

11 hours ago, Btimmer said:

We have the health questionnaire, Verify, and ArrivCan to complete which we'll do tomorrow.  We'll do our Covid testing on Monday.

We have the same chore list and timeline (plus packing). See you on board!  

2012 HAL Voyage I’d the Vikings.   Our second ever cruise, 35 days vs our first ever cruise of 4 days.    I thing like seeing your first iceberg.  

5 minutes ago, Mary229 said:

You can tether one apple device to another, easy peasy.  Simply create a hotspot from your phone.  

Thanks!

Just now, strickerj said:

As I understand it, the two devices will detect each other using Bluetooth and then set up an ad-hoc WiFi connection to make the transfer. That's why WiFi needs to be enabled to use it, though no connection to a WiFi hotspot is required.

Just now, strickerj said:

As I understand it, the two devices will detect each other using Bluetooth and then set up an ad-hoc WiFi connection to make the transfer. That's why WiFi needs to be enabled to use it, though no connection to a WiFi hotspot is required.

Just now, strickerj said:

As I understand it, the two devices will detect each other using Bluetooth and then set up an ad-hoc WiFi connection to make the transfer. That's why WiFi needs to be enabled to use it, though no connection to a WiFi hotspot is required.

Just now, strickerj said:

As I understand it, the two devices will detect each other using Bluetooth and then set up an ad-hoc WiFi connection to make the transfer. That's why WiFi needs to be enabled to use it, though no connection to a WiFi hotspot is required.

I’ll test that out.   Thanks!

9 hours ago, zgscl said:

One device at a time per person (when you try to log in on a second device it will give you an option to disconnect the first device or to buy more devices). On a 7 day cruise I was given the option of adding 3 more devices for a total of $40 and a $30 upgrade to the premium wifi. These charges would also be per person (but could be bought by one person only as the accounts are separate). 

Hmmm.  It’s a 24 day cruise.  

On 3/23/2022 at 12:49 PM, BoatsandTrains said:

Thank you!  I forgot about Air drop.  

On 3/23/2022 at 12:49 PM, BoatsandTrains said:

Thank you!  I forgot about Air drop.  

I tested this out by putting my phone in airplane mode and trying to airdrop a photo to my wifi connected iPad.   Received the message “turn on wi-if to share with AirDrop”. 🤷🏼‍♀️

2 hours ago, FOPMan said:

It’s one device connected at a time, per account. You and your husband would have separate accounts.

 

For transfers between Apple devices in the same room, Internet access is not required. AirDrop and other Bluetooth tools will work- no extra cost, no extra equipment.

Thank you!  I forgot about Air drop.  

Anyone know how many devices can simultaneous connect on the Have it All (“surf”) plan?  My husband and I each have an iPhone and iPad.  I would like to be able to have both my devices connected at once so I can transfer my iPhone photos to the iPad for my blog.   Thanks all!

Hooray!

1 hour ago, Capt_BJ said:

we coupled a QM2 crossing with a river cruise b4 covid. We also did some land days between legs. Biggest issue for use was the Cunard dress code which they DO enforce -  on QM2 anyway . . . We had to drag what amounted to two sets of clothes: one for the land and river portions and another for QM2 .... a couple of long dress for Mrs, a suit/tux and another jacket for me ... dress slacks ... dress shoes.

 

It nearly doubled what we would have carried without the Cunard leg ....

Several years ago, we did both an east and west Cunard TA with several weeks on land in between.   We packed as light as possible - a 24 in suitcase each and a backpack.  I will have to revive that packing list.   Although we will need some cold weather gear this time.  If it happens. 

1 hour ago, navybankerteacher said:

One concern which comes to mind is what you would do if one or two of the cruises were cancelled - or possibly diverted - leaving you with substantial “dead time” between remaining legs - requiring  replacement transportation (and other) arrangements.

We do worry about that.   I’m thinking the cancel for any reason type insurance might be wise, in which case we could hopefully fly home.   

Yes, I am aware of the Covid risks.  I am hoping that by the time of our departure (end of August) that things might calm down.   Thanks for responding. 

Covid willing, we have a 60 day “4 Boat” trip planned this year.  1) Cunard transatlantic NYC to Southampton, 2) British isle cruise, roundtrip Southampton,  with Princess 3) Scenic river cruise on the Seine, roundtrip Paris and 4) HAL Baltic Gems, leaving from Amsterdam and TA back to NY.  

There are a couple days between each leg and we will take trains to get to each departure.   
 

Any concerns?

thanks.  

Enjoy your final day!   One quick question - does the fitness center have a rowing machine (aka “erg”)?

Planning on my first Princess cruise next year (Emerald Princess).  I am wondering what is typically available for fitness classes.   How is the gym?  Is there a pool to swim laps?

thanks

20 minutes ago, matamanoa said:

St. Peter Port on Guernsey is a small town and walkable.  We visited Castle Cornet and spent two hours there on a self guided tour.  There is an entrance fee - 10.50 BP each.  As we were in port for a short day, after the castle we only took the time to have a nice lunch and then we had to wait in a long line for the tender boats to take us back to the ship.  

 

We didn't go to Cork but stayed in Cobh and it also was very walkable.  We saw the Colman Cathedral, the "deck of card" houses, the Lusitania Memorial, statue of Annie Moore and brothers, the Titanic Museum and walked along the harbour street to see the shops.  

 

Barb

Thanks, Barb.   This sounds just right for us.  

Any recommendations for what to do/see?   We like to explore on our own. 

On 1/28/2021 at 11:10 AM, Mudhen said:

Aug. 22, 2012 QM2...3 weeks( one over, one to Norway, one back to NY) Only deposit. Hoping this might actually happen, but am resigned to the fact that there's an excellent chance it won't go. Figure if we throw enough "stuff" at the wall, eventually something will stick.

We are on the 8/22 crossing, returning on the 9/24 🤞 

Called Cunard today and was able to rebook our April (eastbound) and May (westbound) with no loss of our investment.   We rebooked for August and September next year - the price was a little higher and no complementary gratuities - but plenty of time to watch for better deals.   I have to say I am quite happy with the service.   And, For the first time, we purchased the Cunard Care 😉 

11 hours ago, exlondoner said:

 

Leaving aside the crossing, can you take the European section to avoid Italy, if necessary?

Yes.   We can avoid Italy.  Maybe spend more time in the British Isles and Belgium. 

We are in the same boat (pun intended) Eastbound at the end of April and Westbound in late May.  This trip was planned long ago our 3 weeks on land  were to include Italy.   In a wait and see mode.  

I’ve read a lot of trip blogs and your writing is far beyond the others.  You manage to find the essence and beauty of the experience and make me crave to be aboard. 

Have just caught up with you - sounds like a very exciting itinerary!