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2 minutes ago, Retired-N-Happy said:

Basically you just need to spend just over 20 bucks in drinks to make it worthwhile.  And that doesn't have to be alcohol. 

Although you have to do this pretty much every day of the cruise (or make up for it on a sea day!).

2 minutes ago, upwarduk said:

18 is adult If you are sailing in Europe.

For what purpose(s)?  Booking a cabin on Princess?

14 minutes ago, Tapi said:

What we’ve learned since then after further research is that, unless an itinerary or country you’re visiting has specific passport requirements, your passport only needs to be valid at the time of travel. 

That's one way of putting it.  I'd prefer:

Your passport needs to meet the validity requirements for the countries you will be visiting.

I think you should consult this website to determine what, exactly, you need and/or are eligible for.,

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/campaigns/eta-work-visa-mexico.html

7 hours ago, sns1 said:

d9704011...........you are correct.  I don't like the news.  😖

 

Thanks for the info.  I wish Princess would note that on our itinerary. 

No, I didn't think so.  Are you planning on sharing this little tit-bit on your roll call?  It will likely galvanize discussion.

29 minutes ago, d9704011 said:

Here is a map showing berth 24.  Looks too short for Emerald Princess and nothing about TND 1.

POH-Harbour-and-Facilities-Map-ForWeb-Update-April2022.pdf 1.4 MB · 3 downloads

You may not like this but here is an excerpt from a Halifax area news story:

The port will also implement cruise tendering operations that will allow vessels to moor north of Georges Island and bring their passengers ashore by small boats on days when there are multiple ships in port. The infrastructure to receive tenders will be at Pier 24.

The tendering will start in August.... Emerald Princess.

4 hours ago, sns1 said:

We are scheduled to be in Halifax on Aug 6, 2024, Emerald Princess.  The port schedule shows us in P24 TND1 for the berth.  Where is that located?   We can see berth 20, 22, 23 but cannot find P24 TND1 on any map. 

 

Help!

Here is a map showing berth 24.  Looks too short for Emerald Princess and nothing about TND 1.

POH-Harbour-and-Facilities-Map-ForWeb-Update-April2022.pdf

46 minutes ago, hcat said:

exactly..and BARECELONA..the city of thieves!  and NYC too!

I thought Barcelona's nickname was 'City of Counts'.

2 minutes ago, drew69 said:

The bartenders including those in the Haven are indeed covered - not by the DSC as no bartenders in or out of the Haven are part of that.  They are tipped by the 20% gratuity added to every drink purchase, including water, etc. delivered to the room, minbar items, etc. as well as the 20% charged on all drink packages or the value of Free drink packages.  

Yeah... I don't think cruisers should worry too much about people going unpaid.  Go ahead and tip if you wish.

7 minutes ago, hcat said:

do not wear jewelry.. and secure wallets!

All of this advice is good for Paris, Rome, London, etc...

It wasn't working on ky android phone a couple of hours ago.  I decided to just leave things alone for a bit and let Celebrity get things fixed; works fine now.

2 hours ago, parallax said:

I know this money can have a significant impact in their lives.  We also do little gifts. 

Why not just give them more money?

1 minute ago, bonaroo1 said:

Earliest flight out of Long Beach Airport after disembarking Princess in San Pedro?  We're looking at an 11:15am?

Sure; it kind of depends on how you plan on making your way from the cruise terminal to LGB.

13 minutes ago, Destiny0315 said:

Here's an interesting video about the dogs(and chickens!)that stayed onboard the historic Queen Mary in the past...

https://youtu.be/iEswhQWmuu4?si=KsVauK5ziAdXBHQq

 

Do you think that chicken made an appearance in the dining room?

4 minutes ago, Ferry_Watcher said:

Plantar Fasciitis is a whole different animal when it comes to your foot feeling comfortable.  My spouse suffers from Plantar Fasciitis, and he wears Merrells. We had spent a couple of hours trying hiking shoes on at REI to find the right one for each of us.  I have the Merrells MOAB, but he has a different type of Merrells (but doesn't remember which) and uses his custom fit orthotactics. Before the custom fit orthotactics, he used 'Superfeet' insoles in his Merrells, and he found it helpful.

Occasionally, I have problems with PF (it never seems to really go away; just dormant depending on what I am doing).  I have tried a variety of shoes for walking, hiking and running.  Merrells are pretty good but I use them for walking and hiking primarily because I can get them in wide sizes.  Custom fit orthotics are important for me to avoid sgnificant foot discomfort.

9 minutes ago, matt'smom said:

What time do you get access to your cabin?

 

Usually, you can drop off a carry on bag as soon as you board; there is n set time for full access as it depends on how the steward(s) make out with their work.  Certainly, you ought to be able to get in about 1:30 or so.

2 hours ago, PhillyFan33579 said:

I was referring to the recent shootings in Cozumel. 

Which is apropos of nothing to do with the thread topic.

4 hours ago, PhillyFan33579 said:

I think it is very appropriate to CC. In light of recent activity in Cozumel, you would be crazy to get off the ship at this port in my opinion. With all the posters on this site who were worried about going to Labadee when there is currently no verified threat there, it is highly likely these seem people would not get off a ship at Cozumel with the current incidents happening there. 

Jeepers!  I thought the poor fellow has Alzheimer's and wandered off.

5 minutes ago, Buddysmom10 said:

Or can I just show up with my bags and get off when they get the all clear? 

Pretty much.  When they do the disembarkation planning a few days prior to end of cruise just elect to do early self assist and that is all that's required.

5 minutes ago, atxlady said:

Thank you so very much for the info. I probably should've noted where we are staying. We are at the Embassy Suites Downtown. Is that near the Harbor Market?

A few minutes walk...

I know you didn't ask but have you considered taking the train from Amsterdam to Rotterdam and a taxi to the cruise terminal?  I expect it will be less expensive, faster and eliminate hassles of changes at AMS.

28 minutes ago, happy_travellers said:

If I take out Holyrood Palace where do I rejoin the Royal Mile from Calton Hill? Thank you.

 

There are steps up/down between Calton Hill and Regent Road.  To get from Calton Hill, tke Regent Road west; it turns into Waterloo Place.  Turn left (south) on North Bridge and follow it up the gentle rise to High Street (the official name for Royal Mile).

BTW... you may find it quite difficult to get a decent photo of Holyrood Palace unless you pay entry fee and go through the gates.

1 hour ago, TiogaCruiser said:

So it must officially be Spring and I guess this is the season opener PVSA thread. 

There ought to be a minimal reading comprehension criterion prior to participation.

Linking cruise ship activity to 'over-tourism' in Barcelona is risible.  It's estimated that there are 40,000 to 75,000 hotel rooms in Barcelona; I'd say this provides a pretty decent indicator of the level of tourist activity that commonly is experienced.  A few hundred or a thousand cruise passengers who may circulate in the city to look at the cathedral, admire Gaudi pieces, etc... are pretty much a tiny proportion of the overall non-issue of tourism which the city is very actively interested in promoting.... provided they spend cash and that's more likely where the real problem lies.

1 hour ago, Charles4515 said:

The Atlantic is one of my favorite magazines. The article was satire by an author who is known for satire. It was pretty funny in my opinion. 

Good for you.  The writing style did not appeal to me and I missed the satirical slant.