Sooznco Posted February 12, 2011 #1 Share Posted February 12, 2011 We have never cruised before and are thinking of taking this trip. Does anyone have any thoughts/advice which might be helpful? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted February 12, 2011 #2 Share Posted February 12, 2011 Do it! What other kind of thoughts do you want to know Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Judyumcer@aol.com Posted February 13, 2011 #3 Share Posted February 13, 2011 I don't blame you for wondering. It is an itinerary that is not talked about alot. Maybe more for river cruises. A friend told us that this was one of their best itineraries and they have been everywhere. It sails again on Aug. 26th. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mura Posted February 13, 2011 #4 Share Posted February 13, 2011 We haven't done this itinerary although it's one I want to do some day. But when we were on Insignia a few years ago the captain mentioned how he'd docked at one of the major ports on that itinerary and woke to find that Insignia was in the middle of the Russian fleet. THAT would be something to talk about! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CintiPam Posted February 13, 2011 #5 Share Posted February 13, 2011 Be sure to plan to spend at least four full days in Istanbul before or after your cruise. This city is absolutely fabulous!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare jpalbny Posted February 13, 2011 #6 Share Posted February 13, 2011 We have never cruised before and are thinking of taking this trip. Does anyone have any thoughts/advice which might be helpful? The region is beautiful. We found the ports are (generalizing) overall a bit less touristy than the Med, though some are just as crowded and touristy (e.g., Yalta). We are big fans of O and looked at this cruise for a couple of years before doing it on SS. Our itinerary was slightly different on Silversea; there are links to pictures in our signature line below. Not all of the ports were the same as on the O itinerary, but you can get an idea of some of your stops. We loved it! Imagine it would be just as good on O. Agree with those who say you need a few days in Istanbul if you've never been. We were squeezed for time and only had one full day; we did a ton but could have sure used more time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sooznco Posted February 13, 2011 Author #7 Share Posted February 13, 2011 Many thanks to all of you who replied so promptly. The reservations I have about the itinerary are that it seems to be quite intensive without days at sea. Unfortunately I am unable to take a longer break from work and so will be unable to take up the suggestion of a few days in Istanbul, much as I would love to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted February 13, 2011 #8 Share Posted February 13, 2011 Many thanks to all of you who replied so promptly. The reservations I have about the itinerary are that it seems to be quite intensive without days at sea. Yes Oceania cruises are more port intensive but remember you do not have to do it all Just go at your own pace Be sure to join the Roll Call for your cruise & maybe share private tours http://boards.cruisecritic.com/forumdisplay.php?f=420 Look for the ship then the sailing date Enjoy Lyn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sooznco Posted February 14, 2011 Author #9 Share Posted February 14, 2011 Thanks Lyn I'll take a look Sue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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