happyaussies

AGREE twin beds fit best in an inside cabin but has anyone tried a queen being put against the opposite wall pushed at a right angle into the corner yet?

Admittedly one person would have to climb over the bed to get their side but then there would be room I think for a bedside table if that was an issue!

anyway just a thought!

B&B

Just came off her 14th June and we had cabin 6156 (opposite corner) which was roughly just above you but slightly more forward. You are slightly more midship which is also a great location, central to all. I was worried about noise being so close to the Atrium and opposite the Mix Bar but heard very very little.

Deck 5 is a lovely deck to sit and relax, have a coffee at Charlies (about $3.50) and get their little newspaper to while away a few hours. Lots of entertainment in the Atrium during the day and nightly. You'll love it. Less movement for sure too!

REMEMBER: to try the Waterhouse Restaurant Deck 7 for lunch and dinner......loved the Tandori Spring Chicken for lunch and DH loved the porkbelly for dinner and of course the Hot Belgium Chocolate cake with vanilla icecream, our grand daughter had each night! ...... lol!

Have a great cruise!

B&B

PS: hint-take some good shampoo and conditioner, their stuff is not much better than dish washing liquid..my only complaint but easily solved!

Haven't you ever heard of the eccentric billionaire?

Mind you it would be a beautiful ship and one that people would pay good $$$$'s to cruise. Look at the fantastic "Queens"

He told reporters that he has expressed interest in standing for Queensland's Liberal National Party (LNP), part of the conservative opposition at federal level, in the Brisbane seat of Lilley - currently held by Deputy Prime Minister and Treasurer Wayne Swan.

AND why would anyone vote for him, when he is going to China to build this ship...

Sure OUR people need this work/employment and the revenue it will bring to Australia. .

A complete nutter, I recon he'll fit right into politics....lol!

Minor Passenger-Parental-Guardian Contract

Failure to obey these rules will result in complete full adult supervision at all times until the completion of the cruise.

I, _________________ the undersigned, agree to the terms of this contract allowing me the privilege to be on board the ship, , without full adult supervision at appropriate times.

I understand the failure of these rules will result in privileges being withdrawn and will result in an immediate termination of this contract and complete full adult supervision.

I will not leave the ship without a parent or guardian

I will not enter any other cabin and will not allow any other person into my cabin.

I will hang the “do not disturb” sign on the door while in the cabin alone.

I will not enter any restricted or staff areas.

I will not use adult only facilities

I will not throw anything overboard

I will not put any foreign material in the toilet system

I will notify the purser’s desk immediately if I loose my cruise card

I will not lend my cruise card to anyone else

I will obey the curfew set each day

I will regularly use the phone message system to inform of my where abouts while on board

I will only drink beverages handed to me by a staff member and only those always in my sight.

I will eat with my parents or guardians, breakfast in the buffet, lunch and dinner in the dining room

I will wash and dress for dinner each night

I will use hand sanitizer often and wash hands before eating all food at all times

I will not visit open decks in the evening or at night without parent or guardians

I will be well mannered at all times

• Treat all staff with respect.

• Say please, thank you, no thank you, etc

• Please hold doors open for adults

• Stand back allowing people to exit and enter the elevators.

• Voices in hallways at nights are to be kept to a minimum

• Be courteous to other guests who are dining at your table.

• Be courteous while swimming and not annoy others

By signing this contract I agree to follow the above rules.

Failure to obey these rules will result in full adult supervision at all times until the completion of the cruise.

Parent/Guardian_______________________________ Date_________

Minor Passenger_______________________________ Date_________

unfortunately as we are flying into sydney we will be unable to take that kind of resources...just cash I'm afraid

Will be contacting school tomorrow and I have my local fed member checking out contact people for me in Vanauta

the ball is rolling :0)

Hi di, just googling now!

shall have a looksee

B&B

BTW, I hope that last bit didn't sound patronising! :o

nope that's fine...I'm thick skinned most of the time....lol!

B&B

thanks sandi

I have been web surfing and found that AustAID does some great work in Port villa and indeed Vanauta. So I have contacted my local Fed member Amanda Rishworth, who I work closely with anyway.

I shall see what that brings. I must admit I feel a little apprehensive giving to someone sitting waiting for cruise ships to come in........pencils and paper etc maybe ok but not large amounts of $$$ which I hope to arrange with my grand daughter's primary school to fundraise!

Thanks

Hello love cc's, I have read here about a lady who is grateful to recieve donations for her "poor" community in the south pacific islands somewhere, I think Villa?

Would anyone have her details as I wish to make contact because my grand daughter will like to arrange a little fundraising through her school so she can then deliver something and hopefully then we can go visit areas of need. She will then do a project on her "work" while away from school.

I think it is a wonderful idea! what do people think?

Anyone have details and the charity contact please?

B&B&C:D

totally agree oysterfiend,

my point exactly........maybe ok for the adventurous but not these little black ducks...........lol!

We have enough stress in our "real" world not to enjoy just kicking back and having fun when we are on holidays....IMHO

I guess we will be the ones returning to the ship with a big relaxed smile on our faces...lol!

Cheers

B&B

all too much stress and worry for me..isn't a cruise surpose to be relaxing.

Princess tours are well worth the extra $$$ IMHO

B&B

As far as we are concerned the extra $$$ paid to do the ship's tours is well worth it.

First off the ship. Pick-up ship side. No stress, no strain & no worries just how it ALL should be!

B&B

Hope this is what you want? Kindly provided by Fiona :) If you email me I'll send it to you

bubbles@bellybuster.com

B&B ;)

Kindly provided by Fiona :)

Cruise/ travel -Packing List:

Travel Paperwork/Personal IDs/

• E-ticket / boarding passes for the airlines
  
• Confirmation emails from car rental, hotel and private excursions
  
• Cruise documents including completed boarding papers, immigration papers, etc.
  
• Printouts of any emails or letters re: OBCs, tour reservations, etc. (to prevent problems)
  
• Passport and any required travel visas (keep copy separately)
  
• Leave copy of itinerary / phone numbers with relatives/friends
  
• Self-sticking address labels for airline/cruise luggage tags (saves time over filling them in)
  
• Make a copy of the contents of your wallet (cards, etc.) and keep separately
  
• Waterproof wallet (to keep money with you at beach and water sports)
  
• Cash (with plenty of ones & fives for tipping) (some people like $2 bills and dollar coins, too)
  
• Credit cards (list account and telephone numbers in case of loss and pack separately)
  
• Call Credit Card Companies in advance to advise of shipboard/foreign charges
  
• Watch (bring a waterproof one if you’ll be doing water sports)
  
• Business/Social Cards (with phone number and email address) for your new friends!
  
• Addresses of those you may want to send a postcard to
  
• Hi-lighter (can select things on the Daily Schedule to do) and other pens for filling in forms
  
• Post-it notes to leave notes for each other, room steward, etc.
  
• Lanyard to hang ID (or get one onboard; stores will punch hole in your card, or bring plastic pouch)
  
• Local gifts for CC gift exchange, or for cruise staff (steward, etc.) - nice touch in addition to tip
  
• Port books/maps, or printouts of internet research on ports of call visited during cruise
  

Electronics/Electrical Equipment/Entertainment

• Cell phone & charger (and walkie-talkies if you’ve got ‘em)
  
• Call cell phone company in advance to find out about overseas/roaming charges/service.
  
• Laptop, charger & media reader for camera disks
  
• Camera, extra batteries or charger, film or digital media
  
• Disposable camera / disposable underwater camera
  
• Portable DVD player / CD player / radio / Gameboy / PSP / iPods, speakers, etc. + chargers/batteries
  
• Books & magazines, crosswords & sudoku, needlework, cards, travel games, etc.
  
• Clock with lighted display & battery backup
  
• Flashlight / Night light / mini-reading lamp / touchlight
  
• Binoculars (especially if you have a balcony)
  
• Extension cord or power strip (to plug in all that other stuff!!!)
  

Clothing/Shoes/Bags/Accessories

• Hat or visor (+ hat clips/cords)
  
• Sunglasses (+ cords)
  
• Umbrella & poncho or rainjacket
  
• Sweater/shawl for chilly dining room
  
• Water shoes, flip-flops
  
• Swim goggles (snorkel gear, if you’ve got it)
  
• Water bottle + carrier / insulated mug
  
• Beach bag / fanny pack / mini-backpack (for shore excursions)
  
• Small collapsible cooler for keeping drinks cool at the beach
  

Extra folding bag for return packing with souvenirs! (or pack two suitcases inside each other) + bubble wrap for delicate objects

• Over-the-door shoe organizer w/clear pockets (for bathroom stuff) + plastic suction hooks
  

Household / Cabin / Food Items

• Safety pins / sewing kit (w/small scissors) / Scotch tape / fun-tak
  
• Duct tape (recently used it to repair a broken suitcase)
  
• bungee cord (to hold open balcony doors or use as extra drying cord)
  
• Clothespins
  
• Coil water boiler / drip coffee filter & cones + coffee (if you just gotta have your own…)
  
• Snacks & water / soda / wine for in-cabin consumption (can re-use water bottles onboard)
  
• Ziploc bags (all sizes)
  
• Pop-up mesh laundry hamper (or use pillowcases)
  
• Some people like to bring their own pillow! (or at least pillowcase)
  
• Extra (wire) hangers; multi-skirt/pant hangers
  
• Door/cabin decorations (if you’re so inclined…) (cruise critic magnet, anyone?)
  
• For transporting food and drinks from buffet to your cabin and/or storing juice in room: plastic tray, locking covered dishes, plastic covered pitcher and/or large (insulated) travel mugs.
  
• Bubbles to blow for sailaway!
  

Medical/Health/Personal Care/Travel Stuff

• Prescription medication in original containers
  
• Vitamins and other health-related items.
  
• Extra prescription eyeglasses and/or contact lenses (in case originals get damaged/lost)
  
• Sunscreen (pack lots -- it’s sure to be cheaper than onboard or in port) + sunburn coolers
  
• First Aid Kit (Bandaids, Bactine/Neosporin/hydrocortisone (anti-itch), Aspirin/Tylenol/Advil, cold remedies/nasal sprays, Dramamine/Bonine, Tums/Pepto/Immodium, hydrogen peroxide, etc.)
  
• Moleskin/footpads/baby powder/ache-relieving gel (for those sore feet…)
  
• Febreeze or other air freshener / PLUG-IN air freshener (with fan)
  
• Woolite / Tide-to-go / laundry supplies (if there is self-service laundry)
  
• Wrinkle-release spray (or travel steamer; DO NOT pack an iron – illegal, and there’s one in the laundry room on Princess anyway… or pay half the cleaning charge to have an item ironed)
  
• Lysol or other cleaning wipes (wipe that TV remote and phone headset!!)
  
• Hand Sanitizer; Antibacterial/antiviral gel/wipes
  
• Airborne / Pepto / other disease prevention meds (take before traveling with crowds)
  
• Travel neck pillow / earplugs / eyeshade for sleeping + soft “airplane” socks
  
• Insect repellant / Sting-eze or Caladryl (to soothe bugbites)
  * DEODORANT (Yes, this should be on your toiletries list, but believe me, you don’t want to forget it any more than your toothbrush… plus it’s harder and more expensive to replace onboard or in foreign ports) Toiletries/Personal items
  * Chapstick
  * Deodorant
  * Body/Hand Lotion/Mosturizer
  * Hair brush / comb
  * Hair dryer (if the in-cabin one isn’t strong enough for you)
  * Curling iron, Hair clips/curlers, Hair styling products (spray, gel, pomade, mousse, etc.)
  * Hair accessories (hairbands, ponytail holders, clips, etc.)
  * Cosmetics & makeup remover
  (Lipstick, lipliner, foundation, blush, eyeliner, mascara, eyeshadow, brow pencil, nail polish)
  * Cotton balls & Q-tips; travel-size tissue pack; Handkerchiefs
  * Tweezers; Manicure set - nail file, emery board, scissors, clippers, cuticle nipper, pusher, etc.
  * Ear plugs (for sleeping… swimming… loud music clubs!) ; Aqua ear drops (for swimmer’s ear) § Shampoo & conditioner (plus any other hair treatments, color touch-up, etc.)
  * Toothbrush & toothpaste + Mouthwash + Dental Floss (other mouth care items, toothpicks, etc.)
  * Contact lenses & solution; Eye drops
  * Perfume & cologne (Aftershave for men)
  * Skin care products (cleanser, toner, moisturizer, mask, scrub, etc.)
  * Razor & blades + Shaving cream (or Electric razor)
  * UNDERWEAR!! (Just added this one thanks to recent CC post)
  

Cruise Ship: Dawn Princess

Cruise Name: Circumnavagation of Australia

Date Travelled: 20/11/09 - 16/12/09

Ports of Call/Destination(s): Albany, Bunbury, Frermantle, Exmouth, Broome, Darwin, Cains-Yorkey's Knob, Port Douglas-Whitsundays, Brisbane, Newcastle, Sydney, Hobart, Burnie, Melbourne

Review Link:

http://www.cruisecritic.com/memberreviews/memberreview.cfm?EntryID=61646

DID NOT USE or will not bring again:

First aid kit

Torch

Shampoo/condition/soap-theirs was ok-loved their body lotion

Sea sick bands/medicine

Gastro medicine

Half our clothes

Half my jewellery

Sewing kit

Hand sanitizer-used theirs

Glen 20

Blue tak

note paper & pen-used theirs

Wet ones

Highlighter pen

Extra coats hangers

Covered containers

WILL TAKE AGAIN:

Wide mouth water bottle

Pegs & peg caddy

Sard soap

Plastic suctions hooks-lots

Room freshener

Lap top

Power strip

Good brand coffee-to make my own

Hat/visor/sunnies

I'm working on the theory for next time:

"take half the clothes and twice the money"

B&B

;)

OOOH just reading above.chill out folks.........I thought people here were NICE.......maybe you both need a chill out pill????

Here is Oz and especially here in SA.....drought effected Australia.

We are learning very quickly about desalinated water...

AGREE with Donna........a lot of retained salt in this water........ BEWARE!

So possibly this is the cause of all the fluid retention when crusing.

I dont know the answer on to how to avoid it really!

And actually this is the one things I'm not liking about cruising, as i too suffer from edema. Maybe some fluid tablets from the doctor might be the answer?

Bubbs & Blues :cool:

Thanks for the extensive packing list.....but I think a few strong "bag boys" preferably from man power, to carry all the bags needed, if using these packing lists. heheheheheh

Bubbs & Blues-who is my "man power man" (I wish)

hehehehehehe;)

Hi ya, so glad you will try the bundle wrap...yes please let us know how it all went

Enjoy your cruise...looking forward to hear all about it.

cheers Bubbs & Blues

here is an idea-called bundle wrapping from http://www.onebag.com/pack.html

As the name suggests, bundle wrapping involves the careful wrapping of clothes around a central core object, thus avoiding the folds that result in creases. Furthermore, the tension created in the fabric by the wrapping process significantly reduces the chances of wrinkling. That's the story in a nutshell!

Clothing is wrapped in a specific order, so that the larger and more tailored garments will end up on the outside of the bundle, with less easily wrinkled pieces closer to the core.

Another advantage of this approach is that it reduces the overall volume of your packed clothing to a considerably smaller size than simply "folding and stacking", or resorting to the use of the vacuum-bagging products promoted by some (which, if you think about it, actually increase your packing bulk, rather than diminish it, and add to the weight as well).

Here's a diagram:

http://www.popwuping.com/stuff/travel/travel-tips/bundle-wrapping-instructions.php

I hope this helps. Please let me know if it works.

I will be very interested!

cheers Bubbs & Blues