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Sometimes Hotel Receptions can also offer a Concierge Service. Failing that, select from these three, as they are known to be reliable and safe by many on CC 1. https://athensairport.taxi/faq/ 2) https://www.georgestaxi 3) www.welcomepickups.com

The Concierge at one’s Hotel will take care of everything. Just send them a message. After all, that’s just one of the many functions of a Concierge No worry, no queues, no angst, no “how much”, one knows exactly who/when/where to meet. Simple…..…..

Walked? Is the Taxi Rank outside the Station no longer in existence?

If not, one’s stateroom has a refrigerator which can be emptied to store one’s stock.

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Can only suggest a Hotel Day Pass, available at various price points.

Think @carisbadbruin wishes to enjoy the experience and all venues (Theatre etc) that Cunard offers together, as a couple. Sadly, this will not be possible because of the mindset of her current husband. Hopefully, a gentleman will emerge from the Dark Side.

A huge upgrade to the selection of spirits offered to Grill guests. With a decent Cognac and an Armagnac. The cost would be small but the acceptance would be great.

Seriously suggest the scooter question is asked directly to Cunard, by ‘phone and request their confirmations of allowed types etc be confirmed in writing. Seem to remember a past complaint on CC by scooter owners, because parking was not allowed outside their staterooms.

Plus Bars, public spaces etc, except the Winter Garden and like. You’re not going to experience everything that Cunard offers onboard. One’s enjoyment areas are somewhat reduced.

Don’t forget the purchase of Carnival Shares. Trading currently at about $10 per share, so the outlay will be approximately $1000, with the ROI for this single 7 night cruise will be roughly 10%. Some Cunarders actually achieved a ROI of 100% in a year. What other global stock can offer this? A no brainer. Don’t forget to book future 2023/24 cruises onboard, with the Cunard Fare. By taking the Cunard Fare, one is allowed to “move” one cruise to another (later - 2025?) without any penalty. Cunard Fare gives total flexibility and makes allowances for any unforeseen circumstances. Also receiving some nice OBC (aka Free Money)

One can bring onboard whatever one can carry (or by trolly or sack wheelbarrow) at embarkation. One has even rolled onboard a barrel of Rhum at Martinique. This caused much amusement. Then the same amounts apply to each visited port. Correct, only Duty Free liquor purchased from the onboard Duty Free is held until the penultimate day. Cigarettes and Cigars can be taken away immediately from onboard Duty Free Cunard treat their guests as responsible adults.

@MrsPeel55 Small tips….. Purchase all one’s duty free requirements spirits, tobacco etc asap, because there could be a sell-out of specific popular brands. Most newbies wait until the final days, then complain about the lack of stock. If wished, purchase a bottle of local wine, spirits or liqueur at each port to enjoy the sail away on one’s balcony.

Indication of Spa prices….. https://www.cunard.com/content/dam/cunard/marketing-assets/life-on-board/spa/4666_13_OSW-CUN_Mareel_Spa_Collateral_Price List_AW2-Sept2021.pdf

@MrsPeel55 - There is no charge for any additional ‘Sides’. Select as many one wishes. Take the Sea Platter and Wagyu - But do reduce the consumption of the pre starter bread/olive oil, as one will find it quite filling. The Wine list is good, with a nice selection of specialty cocktails to suit all palates. The Virgin Cocktails are splendid, looking identical to the alcoholic ones. As this is one’s first time in the Verandah, be prepared to be surprised when asked select one’s ‘knife’ from the box presented. The steaks are cooked on a grill, but if wished, one can ask for a steak to be pan fried and butter basted. Enjoy…

The isolation was one of the key elements that attracted us. Plus LW could deliver all we wanted, from ambience to dining. Everyone has a free choice as to how they wish to start their Cruise/Voyage.

Agree, these are identical thoughts one had for Lime Wood. Suggest one considers LW and all it has to offer for a pre-cruise stay.

Gatwick https://www.gatwickairport.com/at-the-airport/flying-out/Airport-lounges/ Heathrow https://www.heathrow-airport-guide.co.uk/business-facilities.html Cunard offer Lounges via Holiday Extras (outsourced) https://www.holidayextras.com/cunard/lounges.html Same Lounges at Airports - Compare prices, stay time, etc., etc.. A aside Regarding Airpotr. On collection of suitcases, tracking tags are fitted and one can track. On arrival and airside one receives a text with photos of cases in location. One can track suitcases online from arrival to airside. Have used Airpotr for years…… If wishing to track suitcases globally, Apple offer a great product. Again we use every trip. It’s great because one can track suitcases in the hold below seatings. Then on arrival track suitcases to a distance of 1 meter. No angst.

Airpotr - Do a dummy booking with one’s actual flight details. Then think about what one would pay for not having the angst of lugging of suitcases on/off transport to the airport, then searching for a free luggage trolly, loading it and pushing it through departure, followed by queuing (shuffle/stop) for up to an hour to check luggage. But to breeze smoothly and comfortably from hotel direct to security. £14 pp ? Airport Lounge. Have always booked direct with the selected Lounge. Think one is staying for two nights. Therefore, look to tour on day two and one invites CC member (IMHO the best) @cruisemom42 to give the best ideas for group tours and group transfers by road to Civi. with wheelchair considerations.

Yes to the Logo, at least to the one’s in the past (3 years ago). A tip for BA if not flying PE or above for extra baggage. BA give 23 kilos for hand, so consider shoes (and other heavy items) into the cabin pull-along, leaving spare weight for checked luggage. Tips. If taking a pre-flight hotel look at https://airportr.com/en/ - They collect one’s checked luggage, from Hotel or home (if in catchment area) weigh and track, so one can just arrive at the airport and go straight to security. No dragging luggage into the airport and no check-in hassle. Take a look at their website-Simples.. Purchase any heavy weight toiletries (sunscreen etc) after airport security. One could order online (Boots) and collect from airport. Book an airport lounge, it’s worth the extra pennies to be away from the noise/action. Comfortable seating. Nice food and refreshments to hand with spotless toilets etc.

Strange…. Best then make a request to one’s room steward or PD if not supplied. Failing that, use envelopes and paper from room information file (additional stationary from PD), or purchase postcards from the shop

Another set of Cunard tips Go to the Pursers Desk and ask for a pen, as think now Britannia only leaves a pencil in the room information file, hopefully one will receive a Cunard logo pen. Also, when at the PD request a couple of Cunard Sewing Kits. If not used, one has them to hand for future Voyages. Lastly, for fun, take all the postal addresses of friends and family. The stateroom information file contains a few Cunard Postcards (showing one’s ship). One can request additional cards from PD. Then one can send a hand written postcards to friends and family from the ship, complete with a Cunard “Posted From” Logo Rubber Stamp. Take the completed cards to PD and pay for postage and a small fee. The PD will post the cards for one. PS. Leave a suitably large space at the top/right corner of the postcard to take a postage stamp.

@MrsPeel55 - just a thought for those in a wheelchair. On +unarmed there are NO trays in the Lido/King's Court. If considering a visit during the Voyage then purchase this item to bring onboard.

Think MDs are Senior Officers.

Harbour Hotel offers EV charge points for guests. Contact them direct for rooms and charge availability.