gymfreak

3 hours ago, BRUGUY said:

I may have attached the wrong file.

Here is the link to the 2024 version

https://cdn.sanity.io/files/rd0y3pad/production/89c7bd25a251850d36088bd891044b59a1489707.pdf

 

Thank you, the attachment opened. We are yet to sail on Silversea but do enjoy outdoor dining when weather permits. We have recently sailed on Explora1 which was amazing. The Arts cafe is probably a shame as we enjoy a good barista coffee.

Like you keen to hear what other areas are having a facelift.

8 hours ago, BRUGUY said:

According to the attached deck plan dated as from 10th May 2024

Thank you. When I download the attachment I can only see the plans from May 2021, am I missing something?

58 minutes ago, Grandma Cruising said:

We felt like that about Journey in November, but totally different on Pursuit in February, despite the GI issues, pool closure etc.

58 minutes ago, Grandma Cruising said:

We felt like that about Journey in November, but totally different on Pursuit in February, despite the GI issues, pool closure etc.

To be honest it was our Onward cruise in November we felt was lacking We were on Quest last March and all was well. We sail again in July on Onward so hope for a better experience 

1 hour ago, excitedofharpenden said:

The can do attitude always stood out for me on Azamara and it's clear that not so much now. Highlighted by the stellar service I received everywhere when I set foot on land in Japan. 

So very true and our experience mirrors that exactly 

I noticed Silver Whisper I’d due in dry dock today for approximately 12 days or less.

Does anyone know what areas if any apart from mandatory mechanical , are being undertaken?

We haven’t sailed on this vessel but recent reports are not encouraging about the wear and tear factor. We shall be joining the ship in Singapore in February for our very first Silversea so would be good to get inside information from seasoned cruisers 

Many thanks

3 hours ago, crzrr said:

Sounds as though it is.  We had the tale of two cruises - one without him and one with him.  What a difference!   The first HD definitely needs more training.  Ryszard is the best!

Our experience exactly! We were lucky enough to have Ryszard on our Japan intensive last year where he went way above any expectations and quickly sorted any issues. Highly visible and approachable.

Compare that to our transatlantic in November on Onward . Never saw the Hotel Director , cruise was well below par to previous cruises. What a huge difference someone like him at the forefront makes. Have one more Azamara booked in July which is also on Onward so fingers crossed we shall have a better experience 

Ready to board today following a frustrating travel day from the U.K. with cancelled flights and long waits in airports. It will be good to relax and meet everyone 

1 hour ago, bookbabe said:

service laundrettes, so thought I’d update it with the laundry directions from Saturn.  Posted in the deck 5 laundrette, I assume the same ones are posted on other decks.

We leave on Sunday and have a nine hour flight. Hopefully I may have cracked the code by the time we land😂

Would love to see a photo of the bottle they are currently offering that’s included in the SSBP 

Anyone who can help?

Thanks

Thinking about packing requirements for our upcoming cruise. 
Do Viking have a complimentary tote style bag in the cabin? We have lots of sae days and such an item is handy to carry books, creams and caps etc. 

If not I will include a couple in our case.

Thank you

12 minutes ago, amelia3171 said:

I’ve only ever seen Fever Tree in the “nightclub”, Torshavn

Straight to the nightclub for me then😉❤️

1 hour ago, FetaCheese said:

@gymfreak

I recall that on Star Dec./Jan. 2024, we had glass bottles of Schweppes Tonic in cabin fridge.

That’s ok but will try and buy some Fevertree to take onboard.

Thank you

On 2/18/2024 at 12:30 PM, Clay Clayton said:

Tonic Water

I am hoping I can get Fevertree tonic onboard. Will be on Sitar Mid March for the Transatlantic. Anyone know if it’s available on the ship currently please?

16 hours ago, SantaFe1 said:

But we always have the SSBP, so I am not an expert, but I will ask. But you never know what you will get.  On a Panama cruise over New Years, we had a French champagne in our mini frig.

We are also on the March 18th transatlantic crossing. We have the SSBP so hope there is a champagne by the glass within the package , would love to know if that’s the case.

Thank you

21 minutes ago, FetaCheese said:

I'll be following your roll call.  We'll be back on Star 18 March for a TA, FLL/BCN.

We shall also join you on that sailing 

Looks like a full ship! 
Have been asking on another thread if House champagne is now included in SSBP

Will be our third Viking Ocean

Just returned from Explora1 which was fabulous 

See you soon

On 4/11/2023 at 5:16 AM, Davidjm2389 said:

Now includes house champagne by the glass

Anyone onboard now or recently know if the above is still the case, if you have the SSBP and if so what brand is the house champagne?

Many thanks

2 minutes ago, dancingcgal said:

Did you fall doen the main stairs for passrngers on all decks? Arent they carpeted? We never use elevators- wide capeted stairs on all 5 of our Oceania cruises, just iff 11 days yesterday. 

The stairs were marble and curved near one of the restaurants, in the Atrium.

49 minutes ago, Wheelhouse said:

 

Onboard now.  I think that I got an accurate passenger load of 616

 

We are onboard and also on the previous one and were told a total of 620 and an additional 26 b2b including us! 

10 minutes ago, frankhi said:

So I assume that's San Juan Cruise Termina

Yes it is. Just started the debark now for guests leaving. We all have to clear immigration and nobody can board again before 11.30 so we shall explore the city

18 hours ago, frankhi said:

Juan

Morning

we are docked at 4E

See you soon!

Vicki

2 hours ago, PaulMCO said:

The marble steps from the deck 5 elevator to the Crema area will likely cause someone to fall and break something.  You can go around the elevator and use a ramp, but this is not self-evident.

I am currently on the ship and two nights ago fell down these steps. Inured my left side and head and few other bumps and bruises. Just beginning to feel a bit better and not wince when turning over. I was somewhat lucky because it could have ended much worse.

I received instant excellent care from the medical team.

Will definitely avoid this route for the rest of the cruise!

3 minutes ago, jeffyd said:

The next journey starting in Barbados will have 580 passengers. 
 

3. The following journey will have 750 passengers which I was told was the highest passenger count they’ve had so far.

Thank you.

We embark on the 19th and remain onboard for three weeks . Hopefully we shall have learned when and where to go onboard before the very busy period.

It does sound like the ship is responsive to and acting on passengers feedback which is very positive.

Enjoy your NFL games, although new are from the U.K. our eldest son is a fan and watches many games on TV here.

4 hours ago, jeffyd said:

 - I’m not sure what the count will be for your journey but I’ll ask next week and let you know

Thank you that’s very kind.

Great that the Wifi is “ up to speed “ as it’s often an issue on other ships.

Enjoy the rest of your cruise 

1 hour ago, jeffyd said:

we hear this next leg will have only around 480.

We board in Barbados on 19th January, do you think this will be the possible passenger count for that leg? Good to hear your experience so far , it sounds wonderful and we can’t wait to find out for ourselves.

2 hours ago, jeffyd said:

Explora so far ranks up there with them all and better in some aspects but it’s still early. I’d say give this cruise line a chance. They have a lot of potential!

Great start! Hope it continues for you and you have an unforgettable experience. Is the ship now sailing at capacity? We sail on January 19th and would love to know the potential passenger count for our cruise. 

Thank you for your encouraging post