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During the cruise, were you offered a discount on bag of laundry?

Yes they did! $19.95 stuff a bag on the day we were in Tallin.

For us it was a Monday and i got the clothes back on Thursday evening.

I’m on board the ship now.

Did they offer the laundry bag special on the cruise and if yes do you happen to know what day?

Yes they did! $19.95 stuff a bag on the day we were in Tallin.

For us it was a Monday and i got the clothes back on Thursday evening.

This is very true. But often Tallinn is the day before St. Petersburg, so you should bear that in mind when deciding what is best for you. I read a review of a family who spent all day walking around Tallinn, and then their teenagers were tired and refused to get off the ship on day 2 in St. Petersburg. The mom wasn't comfortable leaving them in the kids club by themselves, so she stayed behind too. But for physically fit people, this is a lovely walk both ways, and Tallinn is beautiful and lovely to explore on foot. But I honestly wouldn't push it if you are concerned about your strength (we had a 3 year old so it wasn't up for debate. Without him, we probably easily would have been able to complete the walk).

Totally agree here!!!! We took it easy in Tallin (taxi to top and stroll back)

Thank goodness we just finished two days of touring in SPB and we are exhausted 😩😂

We just left port moments ago.....

We took a taxi to the top of Old Town and walked and site saw our way back down to the port.

Streets of Old Town are all cobblestone so keep that in mind if you have difficulty walking or are in need of a wheelchair or stroller (saw folks struggling with those)

Cab ride was a fixed price 20 Euro Rick Steve’s will tell you it’s too much but we sucked it up and paid for the convenience. It was super hot today and my oldest is very heat sensitive so no way should could have made an uphill walk.

Coming down was doable and with all the tall buildings she was able to stay in the shade for the most part.

I am planning to take independent visa. Is it ok to DIY this port that way. Travelling with kids so want to be flexible. Thanks for any input.

It's not impossible but from what I understand most of the sites are very spread out and involve travel time. Assuming you are US Citizens? If so the visa process is lengthy and pricey but again doable if that is what you really wish to do....but often it's not much more for an organized tour thru one of the independent tour operators and you will see much more stuff then doing it on your own.

Do a lot of research if you wish to DIY. Getting around isn't easy there especially if you wish to see the "main" attractions.

Thanks for the review. We leave next Friday!!

Ugh on missing part of your tour in SPB. :(

Thanks for the report! we set sail in 2 weeks. :)

Double post...deleted. :)

Consider splurging for a ride with Hey Captain. Small boat, lovely cruise with a nice glass of wine to go along. Well worth it for us.

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We have the Copenhagen Card which includes the Netto or Stromma tours but not Hey Captain so we prefer to do one of the ones that are included.

Thanks!

For the Canal Tour is one better over the other or is it pretty much the same?

Netto vs. Stomma?

We have the Copenhagen Card so both are "covered" so price is not an issue.

Going in July. :)

Thanks!

I got the dailies from the OP and have them here:

 

https://www.dropbox.com/sh/1ta3wol6q4j1m2v/AADcsiQ32-baZKV5rC95UDWHa?dl=0

EXCELLENT!! Thanks to you both! :)

Thanks! Trying to figure out how to send a private message.

Can't send Private Messages on this message board....

Bummer I'd love to see them too!

Ah - so the Getaway will be back in the Baltics for the 2019 season. I wonder why NCL is playing 'musical chairs' with the ships ...

Breakaway came over for a dry dock before it started Baltic Season. Guessing that is the reason for the switch this year

Thank you for the review! We go next month.

Thanks for the taxi update getting off. We kept hearing last season about lack of taxis so looking for this seasons reviews on them!

Great! I will make a point of looking for it. Thanks for letting us know.

Yes, the whole Russia departure thing seems to be a "work in progress". I will see what the next few cruises come back with as well!

I'm so excited! We leave 4 weeks from tomorrow!

Thank you for the great review!!!! We go next month. 😊

Question: St Petersburg

The Groups A B C they were for everyone with independent tours?

The ships tours weren’t involved with those groups?

First i have heard of them doing it this way this season so trying to make sure i understand it.

I have a private tour w TJ at 8:30 am

So i should be looking for paper in my room telling when/how to sign up?

Thanks again for the detailed review!!

so bed by the balcony would have been better?

sofa bed and drop down bed would have been near the closet.

 

easier access to the balcony if kids are lounging around in their beds?

I don't believe the bed by the balcony is even an option?? I only saw photos of the Balcony set up like this.

If it was reversed then the pullman and sofa bed would block the hallway to get to the bathroom.

My review from last year. Lots of photos of the room.

https://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2487641

We did a 10 day w two teens last year in a balcony on the Gem. It’s doable.

Just be organized and you will be fine

Plenty of storage space (everyone had a cubby).

Thanks for the update.....

We're doing St. Petersburg with TJ Travel. We just got an update from them changing our tour meeting time on the first day from 7:00 to 8:30 due to the changes in the port regulations. On the second day, our start time moved a half an hour earlier than originally scheduled, so it looks like they're working the changes into their schedules.

Thanks for updating! We are w TJ in July. I’m sure we will hear more when we get closer!

Here is a very informative guide to Copenhagen including transport, food etc.

 

 

Great video! Thanks!!!

Interested to hear opinions on this....still working on a plan for Tallin

Thanks so much for your review! We go in July and i read everything from last season so it’s great to have another one to read!

Look forward to reading the rest. 😊

We did a 10 day cruise in April of 2017 with our kids for Spring Break. It ran Saturday to Tuesday.

PACKED full of kids. Did then to be more teens then the younger ones.

Our kids were actually off for spring break those exact days but even those that weren't most were only missing a couple of days of school and parents decided it was worth it.

So yeah, I'd say you will have quiet a few kids on board.