Winner

If you have a chance to see the Tattoo, GO! It is a terrific experience, like nothing I have ever seen before--or since. I am even a big fan of bagpipes now. GO!:D

What possible relevance is the age of a reader/poster on Cruise Critic? would you also propose polls on:

hair color (natural or enhanced)?

height and/or weight?

marital status?

current gender and/or gender preference?

The site is Cruise Critic; names are anonymous.

I am opting out of your "poll".

It may be a tad difficult to pick up wine along the way on a Trans-Atlantic cruise.:)

We all have different preferences/habits on when we like to dine. There's no right answer, but there is a problem with Seabourn. Seabourn is an American company with a large north American clientele. The fact is most Americans tend to eat dinner between 5 - 7. Seabourn should provide at least one dining venue (not room service) that's available at 6:00. This should be as simple as recognizing who a larger percentage of your customers are and meeting their needs. I'ts one of the few negatives we've found cruising with Seabourn.

Your "fact" is incorrect and misleading.

I live in the US and I do not know anyone who dines between 5 and 7. If anything we dine later than 7, which, incidentally, is the time that most restaurants open for dinner. I also have never heard anyone on Seabourn who voiced a desire to dine earlier.

An "older crowd" is often willing to share its lifetime experiences--and you might find them interesting. Please do not assume that anyone older than you has nothing interesting to share. Listen and you may learn something

Good for them!

--and bad/sad for her many fans. She is the most personable and energetic CD since the late David E. They both cared so much for all of us and "made" our cruses.

Bon Voyage dear Sophie. I miss you already.

Winnie:')

However, at least when I view the photos, included are ads for local (my town) call girls. It is quite offensive; does anyone else have ths questionable add-on?

cruiser02, I own no dress pants! I have only dresses and my casual summer pants have been acquired for cruises.[/quote

 

One answer: Chico's black "traveler" pants: silky feel, pack like a dream---and elastic waistline! You probably already have dressy tops or casual tops dressed up with a scarf or bling of choice. I'm on my second pair and they can be machine laundered to boot.:p

Selling a cabin to a single actually increases revenue. One less mouth to feed and/or water, fill bus seats, include air fare and transfers (in some cases).

Two would actually sail as cheaply as one.

I'm glad you were able to enjoy at least:D some of the Caribbean!

to Suzeashoes:

Seabourn adjusted it's Itinerary due to hurricane damage at many scheduled ports. Many other lines did also.

Was your Viking cruise also in the Caribbean? If not I do not understand the comparison.

Apples to apples and all that good stuff.:D

Are we dealing with west coast time or east coast time in these posts? Kind of gets confusing here.

The first post refers to "ship's time." Most ships adjust on-board time and clocks to the local tine through which they are sailing. Logical, no?:rolleyes:

In my opinion, they are middle of the road excursions - not luxury - not mainstream. Some Regent Choice excursions are definitely luxury - going to Michelin star restaurants, etc. Thank you for asking an "honest question".

 

Editing to say that some luxury and premium cruise lines do offer some included excursions but they are basically bus rides around the city. While Regent also offers those, many of their excursions are quite good. The issue is too many buses arriving at the same place at the same time. Some passengers enjoy those but those of us that have traveled extensively would rather not be part a bus caravan visiting over-crowded places.

To which luxury and premium cruise lines are you referring that offer "basically bus rides around a city"?

It may surprise you but not everyone considers Regent to be the singular luxury cruise line.

My first cruise was New York-Le Havre on French Lines' Liberte; I celebrated my 21st birthday on the crossing and have loved cruising ever since. I may have missed some ports but only one stands out:

On September 11, 2011 we were on a TA London -New York off the coast of Greenland. Obviously we would not be disembarking in NYC. The cruise line made--and paid for-- alternative flights from Boston for all affected passengers.

We did stop in Nova Scotia and I can't remember being prouder being an American by their portside bagpipe welcome and the graciousness of the Canadians who deserve ao much credit and thanks.

We missed the statue of Liberty but were escorted, in a subdued Logan airport, to our flights by guard dogs and military wielding AK-47s.

I will never regret--or care about--any missed port. Life is too short and I will live each day (hopefully aboard a cruise ship!) .

so what has that got to do with Virgin cruises ?

It was in response to post #44, asking about Viking demographic.

Any idea of Virgin's target demographic?

Non-gamblers--Viking ships have no casinos:D

Don't worry--even we Americans don't always understand Emperor Norton. I do agree that his photography is terrific!:D

2018 should have prices since the year is 1/3 over.

I believe the question is in reference to 2019.

On our last two Seabourn cruises in March 2017 and Sept 2017 in the Caribbean and the Med, there was preferential boarding for some passengers at about 11.45am, and the rest of us commenced boarding around midday. There were a few lines but they cleared quite quickly.

In my many years of sailing, I have NEVER seen preferential boarding (except, perhaps, the guest who spent most of every year aboard) on any Seabourn ship.

I've never seen "Cmas" only Xmas. Perhaps they're not Christian?? How would you write out a Jewish/Hindu/Buddhist/Islamic or other religious holiday? Would you "really" take the time to properly learn to correctly spell the actual holy day? Some food for thought!

If I was referring to any faith's holy day, I certainly would try to respect it without abbreviations.

I really am laughing. I give chocolate on holidays..Cmas and Valentines. I give it if I know the port is good and known for chocolate. Not always my but,er ir room attendant leaves. I have a couple collect magnets so I make sure I bring one back.

 

As far as money goes I always give to room attendant and butler. I will give extra to a bartender if I stay with thst person.

 

I also sail a lot at Cmas so always have gifts. They miss their families so I go shopping.

Probably off-topic but is it too much trouble to spell out Christmas? To many of us it is

one of our holiest days of the year.

All gratuities are included on Seabourn. If you wish, consider contributing to the cruise fund (anyone in Seabourn Square can help you). The fund goes directly to the crew, even those you never see, and is used at their discretion.

The USA is currently negotiating a deal with other countries who have consulates in the area to stand in to help US nationals visiting/living in Leningrad.

Announcement soon.

Please don't let a little diplomatic tit-for-tat scare you off one of Europe's more interesting cities.

I was there when the name changed back to St. Petersburg:champagne-toast:

I love Seabourn and her witty travelers--try reading the Regent boards for real grouches and the same topics over and over ad nauseum!

We love our cruise line of choice; most of all we (I) enjoy the easy, don't take life so seriously, guests and their life aboard. And the easy-going attitude is the definition of the best cruise line in my world (and I've sailed on many others , too).:D

One of Seabourn's signature days is Caviar in the Surf, held on private island in the Caribbean and/or some Thailand beaches. I hope you had one of those barbeque days on your cruise; it is a highlight of Seabourn's always-available Champagne and caviar advertising.