Since you booked an infinite veranda, you won’t have a balcony. You will have a window that opens.
Nor is there a good table in the room to use for room service dining.
The changes from Amsterdam to Rotterdam for some cruises’ arrivals and departures was due to some construction work that was being done. Perhaps that project will go on hold now, but it is likely that River Cruises will continue to sail from Amsterdam so it is possible that the construction will need to to be completed for them.
I don’t believe the passengers have any access to the loyalty team office. You have to go through the Captains Club and since you are in Ireland I will not suggest a phone call to them in your case
Sorry that you have gambled and lost and I hope he does well, but you are most probably out of luck. All you can do is ask but be prepared for a “no”. A few cruisers have reported some compassionate pricing, but most are simply out the money for the cruise
If you look at your account on the television it should clearly say that the onboard credit is either R refundable or N nonrefunable. The retreat concierge or guest services can also answer this question for you
Other ships may be nicer and other itineraries may be better, but between Apex and silhouette (the two choices the OP is considering) Sillhouette is better for its Sky Lounge and its childrens area and its traditional balconies
When it is served plated there is a meat and cheese plate, a fruit plate, a pastry plate, a bagel & salmon & cream cheese plate. Also two or three smoothies, juices, coffee drinks, teas, mimosas, bloody mary’s and bellinis. No eggs or hot foods.
I think he must’ve missed something there are two this year. The beyond has a 14 day Crossing ending in Fort Lauderdale and the constellation has a 16 day Crossing ending in Tampa. Where do you see a 13 day Crossing? Which ship?
The arrival time at 11:30 indicates to me that perhaps this ship transfer involves a tour of some sort? If so, then you will probably be leaving the ship around 8 AM, with a two- or three-hour tour. Is that the case in the transfer you are considering?