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I am on the Serenity enjoying the trip through Tracy Arm, and enjoying every minute of this wonderful ship. 
In the past, in every room, was a large white bag with the Crystal logo on it. Surprisingly, there is none this trip. I really miss it. 
I'm wondering if they have run out of them, or are not providing them anymore. 

Thanks Keith. 

Does anyone know which cruise director will be on the cruise?

I am sailing on the r/t Vancouver as well! We’ll be staying at the Pan Pacific pre cruise. See you onboard!

Many thanks! 

We are on the Quebec to Ft Lauderdale cruise on October 26th. 
On November 1st, we dock in NYC. Last year, we stopped in NY and the ship docked in Brooklyn. 
Can anyone tell me where the Serenity will be docking? Crystal reps didn’t know, so I’m reaching out to many who have the ability to find out such things and know where to look. 

On OC, a special breakfast in Waterside could be requested for one’s birthday. 
In August, we will be sailing on Serenity, and hoped a member of our group would be able to enjoy this special breakfast. 
I contacted Onboard Guest Services, only to be told, it is no longer offered. 
could this be true?

Although I have been sailing with Crystal for years, I haven’t received an email in many years.

So, I have subscribed again on the webpage, and I’m waiting for my first email.

So far, nothing

Do the back to back. The veranda room is fine, and you’ll want to stay on the ship as long as possible!

Although I am still sailing, I have decided to offer my thoughts on my cruise so far. 
In a word -perfection!

Although I am in a single room, with the dreaded closet, I find everything in the line of a fine hotel. The new decor is beautiful.  Everything has been lightened-wood, rug, lighting. The bathroom is great! So much light! The shower is wonderful. I could go on and on. 
The crew is as wonderful as ever, perhaps even more so. They seem to anticipate whatever I may want. 
The food is just amazing. Choices in Marketplace are overwhelming. Everything always looks fresh and tempting. Waterside is as sensational as it ever was. Umi Uma-what can I say? Fabulous!

I cannot comment on Osteria as yet, since we have yet to try it. 
And the entertainment is fantastic! Every night there is a show that I would like to see over and over. The Crystal entertainers are as talented as ever, and the headline entertainers have been terrific. 
All in all, a fabulous experience, and I still have another week!

I’m on the October 21st cruise, Quebec to Miami. Does anyone know the number of guests expected on that cruise?

So excited!

Amex told me that in order to get OBC, you must use American Express Travel to book. 
That was never the case before, but she said it’s the new policy. 

Thank you for that information.

Is it possible that the Serenity will be docking in Bayonne on October 29th also, on its way down to Miami from Quebec?

All pictures that I’ve seen show the closet on an angle, from the side. I’m hoping to see one straight on, into the closet.

I would appreciate a picture of the closet in the double room. Trying to get a sense of the amount of hanging space.

Is there a deadline to getting the 5% past cruiser discount? We’re considering a 2024 Alaska cruise. I would enjoy getting the additional 2.5%, but I’m concerned that our cabin category could be waitlisted by the time of my October cruise. 

Thank you for the clarification. With OC, I was able to book cruises, and when I went onboard, I was given the discount to the bookings I made before. 
So, it seems that although I would like to book a cruise for next summer, I would lose the 2.5% discount if I don’t wait until my cruise in October to book it.  
A quandary!

We have already booked 3 cruises beyond our first one in October. What is the benefit of booking onboard? Also, What is the benefit of doing an open booking?

I’m sorry for the confusion, but, yes, I did mean the Grand Gala buffet.

I have not heard any mention of the Lunch Buffet that was so spectacular on OC. Are any planned, or has that been discontinued ?

For those onboard- does Crystal still supply a bag? It used to be white with the Crystal logo imprinted on it. 
I found it to be so useful. It was great to use when going to the laundry! 

We’re staying at Auberge Ste. Antoine

As usual, Keith, you are the man with the answers.

I certainly appreciate all the information you have been able to impart since you boarded the ship. 
I read cruise critic, and your blog, every day, and enjoy all the photos and information. 
Thanks so much for your patience. 
sheila

I’m part of a group of 8 sailing in October from Quebec. We are in 5 cabins. I know that on OC I was able to make the reservation and then add everyone with their names and Booking numbers. How can I do that with NC? Our window opens in 17 days.