Lonedaddy

That is Perthically clear !

So I get that tipping in Australia and NZ is not customary and similar to Europe round up.... What about shore excursions I was thinking 10 USD per person on them? And is it acceptable to give AUD in NZ or should I get some local currency in NZ also? Also not directly on topic but are AUD or NZD acceptable for shore excursion tips in New Guinea and Lombok/Bali or should I use USD or local? Thanks

Our friend just flew BZE DFW (AA) to LHR (BA) and to FCO 2 1/2 hr connection in DFW and LHR. Bag made it to LHR but not to ROME. Had an airtag so no need to wait on bag in Rome just go to hotel bag arrived the following evening. Good thing she arrived several days before her cruise.

Ok I'll have my TA look at it

Connecting flights | Heathrow this can help some

The port-to-port fare on a May 31 cruises dropped 2K per couple. We have a port to port (non-ref deposit.) Does SS reprice existing reservations or offer SBC?

If you haven't been the botanic gardens by the sleeping giant and the volcanic mud baths make a nice trip there are guides that take you. Our photo was taking after we got out of the hot volcanic mud pit and it dried.

Most of the water around Vitu Levu is not crystal clear like out island resorts (Liku Liku for example). So if you want to snorkle or dive stay on an out island or do a trip from port denaru We had lunch at the marriott as we were exploring the island by car. Nice location but have not stayed in a room there.

the Intercontinental or Marriot Momi might be good hotels to relax at and are more secluded than the Denarau. If you want to stay on an outer island, we really enjoyed liku liku resort but not sure it worth the ride to get out there and back on the ferry (you could go by helicopter if you have the $$$) We also stayed at deneru hilton for a week on points. It was nice and close to the Port Denaru shops and restaurants.

https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter.html?iso=20220929T000000&p1=179&p2=236&p3=248&p4=69&p5=240 8PM EDT on the 28th of sept is 10AM the 29th in sydney

Doubt that will be an issue now.

Time Zone Converter – Time Difference Calculator (timeanddate.com) works great especially for when you are on board in some strange time zone and for scheduling a covid test on those proctored tests

To an extent I agree but there are some circumstances that I would prefer a seamless experience in places like China, Isreal South africa. On my upcoming SS cruise I just booked my own place in Southampton (been to London too many times) and 3 nights on the back end in Copenhagen. Based on my experience Regent does a better job of listing their hotels( or similar) on their land and hotel options though there have been some issues in miami and a couple other places with substandard hotels.

That is how we did it just logged into two windows and booked them separately

You can fly direct out of Southampton to Dublin on eastern airways . We had too much luggage and it was more cost effective to fly BA to Dublin out of Heathrow. We stayed a few nights in Dublin and rented a car and drove to Ashford Castle for DW 60th. Fabulous place to relax and enjoy the grounds including the falconry experience which is one of the coolest things we have done. Once you get out of the city the driving is relatively easy and you can get to the west coast area (Galway) in 2 1/2 hours

There is a hilton near nadi - denaru. Actually a decent property with lots to do. (sheraton and others also in same spot 20 min from the airport

Has anyone tried Alchemist for dinner?

Sounds wonderful thanks for sharing

Which cruise terminal did the moon leave from in Southampton and does SS always use that terminal?

What is the latest boarding time. Ship departs at 10PM can we arrive at 3PM?

A quick check of the second half SYD- BALI is showing prime 7 available just about every day in all time slots. Shouldn't be an issue for you

From another post, so second hand, they said it was after thanksgiving so beginning of December should be a safe bet.

What is the Dress code for on deck - I assume it will be warm in Cairns and even Melbourne in January

We currently have a shore ex booked and our preference on waitlist. So when/if the waitlist clears they should cancel the booked one and replace it with the waitlisted one and charge/refund any difference if any. If you can't do it online your TA or you can call regent to do it.

Wow didn't know they did that but makes sense as Melbourne is late night 2am and cairns is overnight! Thanks for the information that is good to know and a pleasant surprise.