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Quebec just wow! Then you Jim.

@Jim_IainI had to chuckle when I saw you and Iain in those bright long sleeve tshirts. You reminded me of the Wiggles. You may not have heard of them? They're a very popular Australian Children's entertainment group. I think you'd both make great Wiggles!

So is it now official Celebrity policy that you quarantine in your booked cabin and not the "covid Brig "? Husband still threatening to not go on ourJanuary cruise if there's a risk we get moved🙄

Well said. Health issues crossed my mind too. A number of other syndromes/medical conditions could be added to the list. Perhaps let Celebrity handle it, as they did and the rest of us mind our own 🤔

Looking sharp lads. Nice shirts!

So we'll likely have the pleasure of Daniel on Eclipse in January? Relying on you to get him sorted 🤣

I remember that. Following your adventures was quite the thriller! We missed our Japan and TP back in 2021 thanks to the lovely Rona 🤣 Need to lock it in again. Be nice to do it on an Edge class.

Spoiler alert if you haven't seen the NZ Fjiords/sounds (best we don't get into that technicality here) maybe don't open this link to Captain Alex's time-lapse https://www.instagram.com/p/B8gQGOCBsDBabrrb2hcGF579tLWM_oQYy4MXEc0/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Ouch, don't mention Norway to @Jim_Iain☹. Agree NZ is spectacular as were Chile's. I guess they all are really. Makes me realise I prefer wilderness to city hopping cruises these days.

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Thought I'd share this. 9 years old and still relevant. Occasionally politicians surprise you

Love those balconies. Had them on the infinity round South America. Bit to handy for snacks from the OV. Loving your review!

Wherever it goes I think it will book out very quickly when they announce it. Like you we are eagerly awaiting. Jim if you do find out, you might need to respond in code so that not too many people find our 🤣

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How I wish that were the case. Best I don't completely hijack the thread but we did contact the CEO, the NZ government finance and transport ministers (the NZ government are the majority shareholder in Air NZ) stating that refunds should be offered in line with other carriers and so that we can more easily choose to fly on a cheaper flight. Nope! They are a great airline but not that great that they can justify a 205% increase on their usual fare. And breath. Rant over and back to enjoying cruising vicariously 🤣

It will be interesting to see how this plays out once all the Covid credit has washed through the system. Doubt prices will come down, but the restaurants might not be as full once people have to dig into their pockets for 'new' money. We're having the same debacle with Air NZ at the moment. Still have a credit with them for a Covid cancelled flight, but I'm not prepared to over $1000 for a one way to Brisbane. Told our son we'd be better waiting until they come at Xmas and put the money in the pockets of local tour operators. Might report back here for folks planning an NZ cruise. Happy Sailing.

🤣 I very nearly commented the last time you said that! Mind you there is bit more to us Scots and our cannyness than people understand. I'd argue it's more about wanting quality and value for money than just being stingy. I whole heartedly agree with Iain!

Apologies for not remembering you from the NZ board, must pay more attention to names!

So true Jim. I'm biased, but you'll love NZ. Are you booked on the Edge?

@Scottishcloverlove your thread title. As a Scot living in NZ it really caught my attention and made me laugh. The Baltic was also our first family cruise over ten years ago. We have a photo of our two sons melting in the heat in St Petersburg, even though they lived in Australia! They are now adults so your photos are bringing back wonderful memories. Thank you.

@lexmillerwhat a fabulous cruise. I truly hope NZ sticks to its move away from an elimination policy. It served us well in the early days of the pandemic. I shouldn't speak for all, but many of us in NZ feel that its time to move forwards. I'm not quite sure what the reaction would be if we moved in to another lock down situation 🤔 There's an election next year so that adds another dimension. Looks like your well across the situation but here's a link to the latest info for cruise ship passengers: https://covid19.govt.nz/international-travel/travel-to-new-zealand-by-sea/advice-for-cruise-ship-passengers/ Seems there's a few gaps in there regarding what the cruise lines will require and only they can fill that gap. I think first ships are due in October. Eclipse is scheduled end of October and we sail on her in January. I have everything crossed for you that all will be well. Anyway, hijack of the thread over and back to Jim.

Well this is exciting news to wake up to! I have fingers and toes crossed for you and Iain to have an uneventful and happy cruise. Looking forward to 'sailing' with you.

Nz govt Covid 19 website would be your best source if info. Here's a link they published for cruise ship passengers earlier the week, no doubt subject to change 😊 https://covid19.govt.nz/international-travel/travel-to-new-zealand-by-sea/advice-for-cruise-ship-passengers/