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    Are the website depart times for Australia accurate?

    in Carnival Cruise Lines

    Posted · Edited by Duck Creek
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    If you are cruising out of Sydney the 4.00pm departure times are standard. 

    It would only be later if there was an issue with the ship etc 

    They have to get out before the peak hour ferries as it is right next to the commuter ferries at Circular Quay.

    Otherwise there are some,  but not the majority scheduled to leave after 6.00pm after the peak hour.

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    Vaping Causing Vapours?

    in Australia & New Zealand Cruisers

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    From the Princess Website FAQs

    Smoking Policy

    Keeping the comfort of our guests a priority, and in consideration of consumer studies which show smokers are a small minority of guests, Princess has implemented the following smoking policy:

    Designated Smoking Areas
    Clearly marked “Designated Smoking Areas” are available on board and include a sufficient number of ashtrays that are emptied regularly. Generally, these areas include cigar lounges, a section of the nightclub, as well as a portion of the open decks. The Casino and Casino Bar are non-smoking areas on board, with the exception of designated slot machines where guests are permitted to smoke only while playing at those machines. All table games are non-smoking. The Casino will also have one or more non-smoking nights (6 pm to closing), depending on length of voyage. Show lounges, dining rooms and all food services areas on board all Princess ships are non-smoking. As a safety precaution, guests are reminded to properly dispose of cigarettes, cigars and pipe tobacco, which are never to be thrown overboard as this may be sucked back into the ship and cause fires.

    Stateroom Smoking Policy
    Princess Cruises prohibits smoking or vaping of all types, including e-cigarettes, in guest staterooms and balconies. This reflects the preferences of a vast majority of our guests who value having their primary living space (both stateroom and balcony) smoke-free. As balconies are a hallmark of Princess Cruises, we believe it is important to keep this peaceful space clear of smoke. Violations to this policy will result in a $250 fine for each occurrence, which will be charged to the guest’s stateroom account. Keeping with the global trend toward more restrictive smoking policies and honoring the wishes of our guests, we feel this enhances our onboard experience.

    Covid!...Is it just us?

    in Australia & New Zealand Cruisers

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    When cruising restarted overseas, there were many, many  posts on CC about Covid for a lot of the cruise lines. This included people who were quarantined on ships and others asking general questions. 

     

    But remember that their restart was many months ahead of Aust/NZ. So now that subject has started to wane.

     

    Also a lot of cruises out of the US are quite short ie 4, 5, 7 days. So if people get sick they usually find out after they get home.

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

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    Semi Live Ovation 16th Nov b2b Our Trip to a Land Down Under

    in Royal Caribbean International

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    Years ago Westfield Sydney was a pretty normal shopping mall.

    Then they re-did the whole thing and put high end stores in.

     

    If you want some further trips on the harbour, try:

    Ferry to Manly  or 

    Ferry to Watson's Bay then a walk around South Head

    https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/walking-tracks/south-head-heritage-trail

    Hope you have a nice time enjoying our lovely city. 

     

    Sunscreen

    in Australia & New Zealand Cruisers

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    Mrs F

    I also go with Cancer Council suncreen.

    I am very fair and use this.

    They also do a roll on that you can just put in a handbag if you are doing city sight seeing

    If you are doing any swimming/snorkelling during the cruise, would also suggest swim shorts.

    Especially good for back of upper leg

     

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    Glow worm Caves

    in Australia & New Zealand Cruisers

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    Hi 

    did a HAL cruise just before lock down

    We were also in this port from 7am to 2pm

    Did the this cruise ship tour 

     

    GLOW-WORM CAVE & PUKETI KAURI FOREST

    Went to the Kauri Forest and then the caves

    There was only one cave but it was a good to just be able to see the glow worms.

    This was the Kawiti Cavern that wasnt far away

    I think HAL had another one that just did the Glow worm cave.

    See if either of these are offered for your cruise

     

    The Daily for Monday 03/21/2022

    in Holland America Line

    Posted

    Thank you for the warm welcome yesterday. It has been interesting reading how people on the other side of the world have been handling the last 2 years, good and bad.  

    Some extra pics of Milford Sound from the Noordam in January 2020 (not long before the shut down)

    They opened the bow and had "Milford Sound" buns.

    Good wishes to all 😀

     

     

     

     

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    The Daily for Sunday 03/20/2022

    in Holland America Line

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    Hi all

    Have never posted on this thread but have a few pictures of Dravuni Island.

    Lovely island and people. They have a primary school which you are more than welcome to go into.

    The children greet visitors with lovely songs.

    Hope the pictures work

     

     

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