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Explorer 2 sails from Dubrovnik, it's a beautiful area to visit. We really enjoyed it in September
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On 3/15/2024 at 5:11 PM, sarar said:
Does anyone have a rough idea of how much a taxi would cost from the cruise terminal in Stockholm to the ABBA museum. I have looked at using public transport, but it looks to difficult considering my mobility problems?
Not sure about your mobility problem but check out Emilie Ferries. I understand the ferry is very near Stadsgarden where the ship docks and takes you to Djurgarden where the ABBA museum is situated
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20 hours ago, Jim The Scot said:
Not sure B
8025 which looking at the deck plan is about 7 from the stern I think…Short cruise so it wont really matter plus spend little time in cabin
Is this Explorer 2? It looks like the front of the ship
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Hi Broomeboy, as Jim said you will need to do a trip to Rome from the ship. There are various excursions but they usually do 'Rome on your own' so you can wander wherever you like for a few hours. We went on the train but that's not for everyone . We bought a pop-up map of Rome online and planned our route around Rome in advance so that we didn't waste time . We got to see all the sights , a brilliant day out. Enjoy!
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On Explorer 2 this sign is shown for double bed fixed against the wall on deck 8. Not sure if this is the case with Discovery
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The water dispenser on each floor is really good, always cold water available and a carafe in every cabin.
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Don't forget the weather can go either way, we were in Norway July 2018 and it was very hot the whole time. Shorts and t.shirts all the time. Best to take layers to cover any type of weather
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5 hours ago, 2BACRUISER said:
Can you get decaff coffee in the MDR at breakfast time? DH has switched to decaff and the results have literally been life changing, I know they do the nescafe sachets on the cabin hospitality tray but wasn't so sure about mdr. Thanx in advance.
Definitely can get decaffeinated in the MDR and the buffet
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The bus into Chania is only 10-15 minutes. You get off in the centre of Chania, cross over the road and you are in a lovely shopping centre. There are modern shops and there are also market lanes. You eventually get down to the beautiful port where there are lots of cafes and bars
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Totally agree with all you said Jim. We like to feel comfortable on holiday, really don't fancy the new huge ships no matter how nice they are.
However, not sure where you live in Scotland but Ambassador are doing cruises from Dundee! Reading about them they sound similar to Marella and have some good itineraries
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We also love Marella, had many fabulous cruises and visited so many places that we wouldn't have visited without Marella. However, we are open to try different things and are booked on Princess this summer as we wanted to visit the Baltic. The price is similar to Marella for 2 weeks (drinks included) but we will have 4 sea days. We'll see how we go but I'm sure we will be back with Marella at some point.
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51 minutes ago, Rick&Jeannie said:
Yes you can, though be prepared to possibly wait a few minutes. There should be two lines at the hostess stand; one if you have reservations and one without.
Many thanks for your help
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First time on Princess for many years, can we just turn up at the MDR when we want to or do we have to book first?
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In Flam there is teepee type shop where you can purchase items made by the Sami people. Some lovely items but very expensive. All can be paid by credit card
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Jamie, I think it's appalling what they have offered, and you seem to be very reasonable about it. Obviously these things can happen but should be put right quickly and compensated accordingly.
Good luck and please let us know how you go on.
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Friends of ours visited the Baltic last May on Britannia and had an overnight in Helsinki.
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We were on Explorer 2 in September and were told she was going in for refurb in October. We asked what was going to be done and it was mainly work on the engines and underneath. Some of the staff were staying onboard to help with painting and cleaning.
Most of the ship looked to be in good condition and so was our cabin but, as you say, the bathroom let it down. The grouting in the shower was in desperate need of attention, it's a pity as it's such a quick and easy fix
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I can recommend Stugeron tablets for sea sickness although the ships are very stable. Having done many cruises I've only had to take tablets twice. They are around £4 in Boots but much more expensive on board
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Welcome PrincessAMC, sometimes it happens that ports are changed round, it may be that there are several ships in a port on the same day. Marella should inform you.
It's quite natural to feel a little nervous on your first cruise wondering whether you will like it but all I can say is that most people get hooked! It's a great way to see the world. Just go with an open mind and you'll have a great time
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Hi 2BA, personally we'd go for the extra port, but that's why we like cruising.
Aren't there any local flights,? I thought you were 'up north ' like us
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Hello, I assume you've booked Explorer 2 if it's adults only. We have done many Marella cruises and did the Adriatic cruise in September. We had a lovely time and hope you will, just go with an open mind. The ship is older, being ex Celebrity, but we found it to be in good order in all the public places. Our cabin, although dated, was kept immaculately clean. The staff are very friendly, the captain and officers regularly wander around and we often saw them eating in the marketplace.
There are several places to eat and we enjoyed our food although I don't think it will compare with Cunard or Princess, but you won't starve. We always found places to sit around the ship, it gets busy around the pool as all ships do but we found plenty of loungers on the top deck where it was quieter.
Just go with an open mind, it's a beautiful part if the world and I'm sure you will enjoy it.
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Never used them but we are tempted to try an Ambasador round Britain cruise. Reviews are good and they sail from 6 different ports.
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On 1/10/2024 at 9:42 PM, insidecabin said:
MSC have moved on they are actively pushing to the UK and US
Summer from Southampton are nearly all Brits
The £999 came up on a UK deal travel site.
Claim they had another inside today at £00
The TA supplier says they have other dates at £1700pp inside £1800pp balcony.
Before looking at MSC, check out the reviews for Virtuosa over the summer. We know people who said they would never again cruise after their time cruising on Virtuosa.
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Perhaps if you post under Ports Of Call you may get a response
Does this seem like a good or bad deal on Marella Fly Cruise ?
in Marella Cruises (formerly Thomson)
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Hi gavman, if you are comparing cruises you need to take everything into account. For example flights, amount of port days etc. It is not usual for excursions to be included but it's very easy to DIY the ports. WiFi isn't usually included but you can use it in the port buildings and cafes. You don't need to upgrade to the drinks package unless you like the branded spirits etc. It's possible to not spend anything if you don't want to, you can come back to the ship for lunch and go ashore again if you want to. We've done many Marella cruises, I'm sure you will enjoy it