excitedofharpenden

You know me. I'm of the same opinion, but I really am enjoying the Aqualina breakfasts. I'm a lover of the Sunset Veranda, but we've been plagued by wasps and flies this cruise and I prefer inside just now. It regulates the traffic in north venues too. Not so crowded. Phil

You need to feed this back immediately so they can put it right. Don't let it fester from your first experience. I'm breakfasting in Aqualina on Quest at the moment. Great service and I really enjoy it. Phil

16, 12, 8 and 6kgs. Phil

This is what we had on Quest. It was super. Love David. Med buffet on deck. Phil

Upside down and don't seem to be able to fix. Phil

Sorry, some are downloading upside down. Will try again. Phil

A stunning morning here. Five years in the planning. I'm so pleased it all came together with the weather. Photos from Quest. Phil

Quest 8 night 7th October 2022. Currently in V2. Minimum bid for Club Continent Suite £370 pp. Bid £400 pp. Successful. Loyalty Discoverer Platinum. Phil

Emily is great. Phil

I'd agree. Phil

Same here. €8 at pharmacy next door to hotel. Although in the end we didn't need it I felt comfortable that I'd had it although the stress of waiting for the all clear email to come back wasn't so great. Of course we now have a ship full of people who have been tested and that is a comfort too. Eventually we'll need to accept that someone could bring it onboard at the start. Mask up and take the necessary precautions. Phil

I took this photo of the daily pours on Journey today. I've had the other rose which was fine. I had the Santa Christina Chianti last night and liked it very much, but I'm no wine buff. Just know what I like. I rarely spend more than £7 on a bottle at home. Phil

I have found this for my vodka soda. Apparently lots onboard and much better than the Royal Club👍 Phil

As I've said to a few friends, both onboard and at home, I'm blown away by my Journey cruise. The crew are amazing, both new and old. I am very happy to be back on Azamara after far too long away. Phil

This is the really nice rose I'm drinking on Journey in the included daily pour. Phil

Don't be afraid to ask for Fevertree. I'm told it's onboard. Phil

Just onboard Journey. Guest count is 530 apparently. As of last night Greece port no longer requires a negative Covid test prior to boarding. It's great to be back at last. Phil Ps. Like a turd that won't flush😀

I think you have the answer! Phil

To me this is a huge downgrade shown in the importance of the Cruise Critic meet and greet. To have it hosted by the Assistant Cruise Director. And just another on the list of "you need to arrange this". Big mistake. Perhaps Riocca's observations are correct. Such a pity. Phil

Apologies. I missed that post. I still think you are being unfair. You have suggested it's an Azamara money making scheme. It's not. They have to abide by local rules. I was hoping they'd do away with this requirement by the time we sail. Not much time left now so will just have to get on with. Given what's gone on and the mess covid has made of my cruise plans, it's inconsequential. Safe travels to Athens. Phil

Sorry, but you are being unfair. I note you aren't actually doing an Azamara cruisre. I am. Leave out of Athens on Saturday. I'm going to quote exactly what Azamara told me on their original email. They have given options. Up to the individual what they do. For those countries that still require guests to present a negative COVID-19 test prior to boarding, please consider the following instructions: Test results must be one of the following tests, administered at a testing laboratory or a licensed testing site: PCR: Test date no older than 3 days prior to embarkation Antigen: Test date must be within one day of embarkation Antigen COVID-19 testing is available for $59 USD in the terminal or on the boarding deck. Boarding will be denied to those guests who cannot provide a negative COVID-19 test. Pretty clear to me you don't need the Azamara test if you can do your own and meet the criteria. Where are they trying to make a quick buck? Phil

That's great. Glad you finally got it back 👍 Phil

The Azamara Team are out there! Phil

Thank you! I'll give that a try next time. Phil

That's interesting. I rang at 11.30. Was that the existing reservations, options 3 1 3? Phil