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Karen,  I forgot to ask, is there going to be a CC Mix and Mingle reception on your voyage?  If so, when and what time?

Karen, I look forward to more pics and posts from the Explorer!  I embark on April 3rd.  I mentioned this thread to my (incredible) TA, and found out that you use him too!  Great minds think alike!

I use WhatsApp on my cell.  Clear, free international calling.

You as well!  Have a very happy holiday season!

I'm not getting the error message, so I can't replicate the problem.  I'm using MS Edge for my browser.  I will contact the CC help desk.

Blaze14,

Your comments might go a bit farther if you knew how to spell Seabourn.  Just saying...

I was given a day in the retreat on my last cruise.  While it was very nice, I wouldn't dream of paying for the honor.  The whole time we were at the retreat, we were the only passengers there.

😊😊

I remember when you could give all or a portion of your OBC to the crew fund.  Not anymore.

12 hours ago, raphael360 said:

I agree. I was expecting to read about counterfeit SB logo flooding the world. Maybe every 5th grader in Utah being forced to wear an Encore shirt.  Rioting in Spain. 

 Very good!!!   LOL

This topic title is a bit misleading!  

I've done 2 cruise on SB in the past year.  I haven't seen any slip in service or food etc.  I have over 250 days on board and have sailed with SB since the late 90's.

Very good!

Hi all,

I lost my partner of 26 years a few months ago.  I'd like to sprinkle his ashes at sea, on my Explorer cruise next April.  Does Regent allow this?  Any information would be quite helpful!

Mjflowers,  I hope you have a grand time through the canal.  I've done it 3 times, so its definitely off my bucket list!  My next cruise will be on the Explorer April crossing, so I have to wait!

Thank you!

I have sailed Seabourn for over 300 days now, and I always forget the name of the brand of soap they offer you at the beginning of the cruise.  The soap in mind is the green (bumpy) soap in the clear packaging.  I'd like to order some for the house, but just cant remember the brand name!  Anyone?

When you book a guarantee suite, what you are actually being "guaranteed" is that you will be assigned to a suite in the category you reserved, or higher (never lower, hence guarantee).  You do not have a say as to which suite you will receive, only that it will be in the minimum category you paid for.

Hope this makes sense!  

What ship??   Odyssey just ended that cruise yesterday!

I agree apples to oranges.  I sailed on Le Ponant  (Mediterranean) around the same time that I sailed on SeaDream (Caribbean).  The experience was so different.  SeaDream had better food, service and ambience.  I would never sail Ponant again.

I'm staying at the Hilton for 2 nights before my Odyssey crossing.

Do not assume that making a donation to the CWF on your bill will offset any unused OBC's.  Im not sure about Regent, but many other lines, including Azamara, will show the donation to the CWF on your account, but will not offset an unused OBC.  I used to always donate most, if not all, of my OBC's to the CWF.  After being burned once, I make sure to ask what the policy is.

You will probably get much better luck if you have your TA inquire for you.  No matter what the line (luxury or not), land based customer service is lacking.  They will, however, work with your TA.

When you find a good agent, hold on tight and don't let go!  It took me years to find just the right fit. A real person working for you 24/7 (Yes, was stuck at Chicago airport, flight cancelled at 10PM, agency took care of the situation, on the spot.)  I've also received numerous upgrades etc. and an agent that checks the fares daily, and lets you know when the fare drops.

Good luck!  Talk to fellow luxury cruisers!

Awesome travel blog!  Thanks for taking the time to post here!