GrammieK

We were on the Insignia in Bermuda Sept 2023 and the casino was open then. It was mentioned that a fee or license was in place. 
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We ordered ours on line as soon as they were available.  With SM many more passengers are booking excursions to use up the allowance included. 

1978 Home Lines Oceanic

About the silver level discount on the beverage package…..

I was told it only applies if you purchase the full package, and not if Upgrading from the basic package included with SM or OLife. 
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All O ships have a spa with spa terrace, but it’s much smaller on the smaller ships. 
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Sherri….

youre a girl after my own heart!  I’ve been known to take an even dozen for a 10 day Caribbean! 🥿👡🩴🥿👡🩴🥿👡🩴🥿👡🩴

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Sometimes I lose count!😂🥿🩴👡

26 minutes ago, ORV said:

Jim, I might be wrong and someone can correct me if I am, but I think the top 3 suites can make their specialty reservations as soon as final payment is made. Either way you’re not going to have much competition for times and restaurants. 

Orv is correct

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7 hours ago, Reina del Mar said:

Thanks Ladies…I was really hoping that someone would say:=

 

”Eight pairs…that’s not a lot!”

okay…I’ll say it…..eight pairs….thats not a lot!

I’m known for bringing at least that many pairs. We usually leave from ny or Florida, depending on the time of year.  No plane involved. I’d rather have extra luggage and have a choice of what I’m wearing. Even when we took planes to a cruise, I always brought what I needed (wanted). 
 

Everybody makes choices based on their own needs. I get it that some people need to cut down on luggage, but as long as there are porters and luggage carts, I’ll be overpacking!😂🛳

The hat is beautiful, as is the dress. My only concern would be is the hat more of a “cold weather” hat or a dressy hat?  It’s hard to tell from the picture. 
 

I think I would wear the hat, but I would add a small rhinestone broach or a sparkly hat pin. Whatever you choose, you will look lovely!

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Why carry the wine yourself?  Ask the butler to send the bottle to the restaurant you are dining in. It will be waiting for you there and if any is left, it can be properly stored or returned to your suite. 
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I don’t think Oceania has ever required that both parties purchase the liquor package. The only exception that I know of is if you chose the drink package perk under O Life, both parties had to choose that perk. 
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17 hours ago, clo said:

I'm trying to figure out the words to explain what I'm thinking.  Maybe it's that LCD thing and more. If "nice" jeans are okay, who determines what isn't "nice"? The maitre de'? How about t-shirts? How far is too far? Etc. Just my thought.

Clo…

  Nice to see you back. Lenny was looking for you. 

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Apparently my “personal” floats don’t keep me afloat. I always bring a blow up noodle purchased on Amazon. It’s very easy to pack and butler or room Stewart will have it blown up. 😀🛳

I will be sad to disembark!  I wish you a wonderful cruise, wherever you go!  As long as they have plenty of food and booze, I’m sure you will!

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On 9/4/2023 at 8:12 PM, tropicalkerry2002 said:

I am boarding Insignia for this cruise on Sept 13th. If anyone reading this thread is doing this cruise and could report here how WARM or COOL the sea days at the beginning and end of the cruise are/were, I would appreciate it very much! Thank you.

hi tropicalkerry,

just reporting back….the sea day at the beginning of our cruise was very hot!  Very hot in Bermuda. Will keep you posted!  Hope you make it to Bermuda!

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Joining you on this cruise!🛳🍸

3 hours ago, MicCanberra said:

Have a wonderful cruise and Martini.

thank you so much!😀🛳🍸

4 hours ago, Old Fart Cruisers said:

 

if I had room in my luggage, I’d take you along…

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44 minutes ago, tropicalkerry2002 said:

Thank you GrammieK, enjoy your cruise!

thanks!  I’m sure we will enjoy. If you have any other questions just ask😀🛳🍸

I’m leaving on Wednesday, the cruise before yours. I’ll try to report back. 
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We were on insignia for a TA from London to NY.  3 sea days turned into 6 because the captain was avoiding a storm. It was so rough, we were knocked out of our bed twice in one night!  Hate to see how it would have been if we didn’t avoid it!  A great time was had by us and our travel companions, even though we ran out of grey goose!😂🍸

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21 hours ago, DeeDee Groff said:

I have never sailed with Oceania, but I have a 30-day cruise in the spring, and I would really appreciate any suggestions on the "Smart Casual" women's attire for dinner.

 

Am I looking to pack cocktail dresses, dressy pantsuits, tops with bling paired with silk pants, or some other clothing items?

 

Thank you for sharing!

I’m in the dress up group. No, not necessary on Oceania, but we enjoy being a little dressier on a cruise. My husband always packs a sport coat and/or suit and I always have a few dresses that could be classified as cocktail dresses. No gowns or tuxedos for us, but maybe a step up from country casual. By no means is that required on Oceania, but you certainly won’t be out of place. 
 

Just do you and enjoy the cruise!

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I hope they get back to NY safely…we board on Wednesday😬🛳