moking34 Posted October 13, 2012 #276 Share Posted October 13, 2012 Hello all! Seems there has been some very lively conversation to date. I can see everyone is going to have a great time on the ship! My partner, Jon, and I are VERY close to booking this cruise. We're a couple from Toronto. We wanted to do the Equinox TA last year, but ended up backing out due to work schedule conflicts. Jon may have an exam in December this year; however, we will know in the next week. If he doesn't, then we're booking! I'm really hoping that we can get on this ship. I've been waiting to do a TA for a while. Cheers, Dan Hey Dan & Jon. Fellow Ontarians here. Hope to see you on board! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimmyNYC Posted October 13, 2012 #277 Share Posted October 13, 2012 In addition to Simon Boccanegra, there are some interesting concerts and recitals scheduled in Rome for the days prior to the cruise. Tickets for these are on sale now. I was looking at the site classictic.com. Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russg140 Posted October 14, 2012 #278 Share Posted October 14, 2012 We are staying at the Waldorf/Cavallieri and will be taking a car from the hotel to the port, avoiding all the "stuff" getting to/on/off the train. Anyone else staying there that wants to join us let me know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KiwiAtSea Posted October 14, 2012 #279 Share Posted October 14, 2012 Thank you, Jay, for your detailed information on booking the train tickets to Civit. Very impressive that you would take the time and effort to help others. ( I followed your instructions carefully and it was pretty easy.) Last year I took the regular train down but I am anxious to try this particular train this year, mainly because of your reccomendations. . I am traveling down on Nov 30 at 12:10 and spending the night in Civit before our embarkation the next morning.(planning on going to the CC get together that night in Civit.. Am anxious to reconnect with friends from last year and new friends from the CC boards) I was able to get a 1st class ticket for 9 Euros . Not sure the big difference is in 1st class. We'll see. . I will be staying at the hotel Miramare in Civit. and the Hotel Opera Roma in Rome (right by Termini). Let me introduce myself. I am Dave (Corybuff) and from San Francisco. I was on the same cruise last year and will be rejoining 7 of the people that were at our "solo" formal nights table last year. We all met on last year's cruise. (that is 7 out of 8 returning from our Cruise Critic organized table, including, Alan (Babe at Sea)(..hi, Alan, I finally made it over to this board.lol.) Needless to say we all had a great time last year.Looking forward to meeting all onboard and reconnecting with friends from last year. It is getting closer everyday. Have already started with the to do "lists":o lol... Hi Dave! Good to see you on the boards. Looking forward to catching up again at the Civitavecchia drinks, if i don't see you at the hotel beforehand :) Printed out the Xpress Pass and e-Docs yesterday. Getting close now :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Compass Rose Monica Posted October 16, 2012 #280 Share Posted October 16, 2012 Here is my post from a while ago with the details on the express train from Termini. It seems that we have all chosen the earlier train which leaves at 12:10. Since it is reserved seating it is best to order tickets over the internet. Just be aware that the "discount" price increases as the train fills up. However, I just checked and the super discount second class tickets are still 9 Euros. I don't know why someone seems to have paid a lot more but that was probably for first class. The train is such an easy and inexpensive way to get to Civitavecchia if you are in the vicinity of Termini. The "regionale" local trains are slow, uncomfortable and have little room for luggage. But a few times a day there is a "Frecciabianca" train that runs between Roma Termini and Genova which stops at Civitavecchia. You have to reserve a seat but the trains are the former deluxe long distance intercity trains with comfortable reclining seats and lots of luggage space. These trains usually make only one or two stops between Roma and Civitavecchia. You can get a second class Super Economy ticket if you buy the ticket in advance on the Trenitalia site (super economy tickets are still available as of today). The link is http://www.trenitalia.com/cms/v/inde...0080a3e90aRCRD. The price rises as more tickets are sold. Ours were nine Euros rather than the standard fourteen and a half Euros and our pre-allocated mandatory seat reservations which were included in the price were e-mailed to us along with our electronic train ticket. There are two Frecciabianca trains leaving Roma Termini that would get you to the ship in time for the cruise. If you are interested, here is the procedure: Click on the above link which takes you to the English Trenitalia version. In the "From" box type in Roma (not Rome) Termini. In the "To" box type Civitavecchia. Indicate number of tickets and fill in the "hour" box with the number 12. The date of course will be 1-12-2012. Click on the lowest available fare box. This will pull up the complete list of trains around noon to Civitavecchia. There are two Frecciabianca trains that are available for getting to Civitavecchia in time for the cruise. The first is train #9786 which leaves at 12:10 and arrives at 12:51. The second train #9770 leaves at 13:29 and arrives at 14:07. Click on the train you prefer and the 9 euro per person economy fare if it is still available. The seat allocation is automatic when you purchase your ticket(s). Scroll down to the bottom and there is a box you can click which does not require registration. After completing each screen click on "complete". You will have to give your name and e-mail and you have to click on the box that indicates that you have read the rules and regulations. After completing the purchase with a credit card there will be an instantaneous message sent to your e-mail which has the ticket with electronic code printed on it. I used my credit card that has no foreign transaction fee but any major card will work. I have used the Trenitalia site twice recently. Once for my tickets from Florence to Rome since I will be in Florence for a week before traveling to Rome and once again for Civitavecchia. Both worked perfectly. At the station on the day of travel make sure you validate your ticket in the box before getting on the train or there could be a 50 Euro fine. Jay Hi Jay, Would you allow me to copy your information to my cruise web site? I've been collecting useful travel information to keep and to provide to those that would be interested. Thanks, Monica Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SFCAcruiser Posted October 17, 2012 #281 Share Posted October 17, 2012 Hi All. We are a couple from San Francisco joining this cruise - Tom & Al. We are not part of any group. This will be our second cruise on Silhouette. We sailed a TA a year ago on Equinox with a similar itinerary (Genoa and Tenerife will be new for us). Probably arriving in Rome on 11/30, late afternoon/evening, and taking a train to port the following day; we've made that trip 3 times. Another 45 days... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kruzer Cruising Posted October 18, 2012 #282 Share Posted October 18, 2012 Anyone planning/ scheduling an END OF ERA party for 12/12/12? I figure we will be in the middle of the Atlantic and perfect timing for the END and/ or BEGINNING of an era (with or without the Mayans to assist...) Anyone have some ideas for this?:D ciao, babe! ---> Roberto Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amusea Posted October 18, 2012 #283 Share Posted October 18, 2012 Hi Jay, Would you allow me to copy your information to my cruise web site? I've been collecting useful travel information to keep and to provide to those that would be interested. Thanks, Monica Monica, Please feel free to copy my post. As of a few days ago it was still possible to buy the super economy tickets @ 9 Euros for second class travel which is very satisfactory on these reserved seat trains. Nobody should worry about finding their way to the port from the train station since there are quite a few people that have opted for the 12:10 train. Jay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Compass Rose Monica Posted October 18, 2012 #284 Share Posted October 18, 2012 Monica, Please feel free to copy my post. As of a few days ago it was still possible to buy the super economy tickets @ 9 Euros for second class travel which is very satisfactory on these reserved seat trains. Nobody should worry about finding their way to the port from the train station since there are quite a few people that have opted for the 12:10 train. Jay Thanks Jay. I added it as a word document in the Italy section of this page: http://mycruisetravels.shutterfly.com/portdocuments Monica Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Compass Rose Monica Posted October 18, 2012 #285 Share Posted October 18, 2012 Anyone planning/ scheduling an END OF ERA party for 12/12/12? I figure we will be in the middle of the Atlantic and perfect timing for the END and/ or BEGINNING of an era (with or without the Mayans to assist...) Anyone have some ideas for this?:D ciao, babe! ---> Roberto I have friends that are hoping to schedule their onboard wedding on 12-12-12. Monica Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DCParky Posted October 18, 2012 #286 Share Posted October 18, 2012 Hi All. We are a couple from San Francisco joining this cruise - Tom & Al. We are not part of any group. This will be our second cruise on Silhouette. We sailed a TA a year ago on Equinox with a similar itinerary (Genoa and Tenerife will be new for us). Probably arriving in Rome on 11/30, late afternoon/evening, and taking a train to port the following day; we've made that trip 3 times. Another 45 days... Welcome aboard Tom & Al! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scruisers Posted October 18, 2012 #287 Share Posted October 18, 2012 Greetings. My husband and I just signed up for this cruise. I am sure this has been discussed but we would like to know of the excursions available other than by Celebrity. Would like to sign up for connections. I am still new at this. We live in the Atlanta area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scruisers Posted October 18, 2012 #288 Share Posted October 18, 2012 Is anyone traveling to the airport from the cruise ship on their own? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tt_dp Posted October 18, 2012 #289 Share Posted October 18, 2012 Online Check-in complete, xPress pass and eDocs printed, luggage tags ordered. Let the countdown begin !!! Tim & Dale Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Compass Rose Monica Posted October 18, 2012 #290 Share Posted October 18, 2012 Greetings. My husband and I just signed up for this cruise. I am sure this has been discussed but we would like to know of the excursions available other than by Celebrity. Would like to sign up for connections. I am still new at this. We live in the Atlanta area. Here's the link to sign up for the connections party: https://secure.celebritycruises.com/cruisecritic/home.do :) Monica Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kruzer Cruising Posted October 20, 2012 #291 Share Posted October 20, 2012 YES...12/12/12...that date is BEGG'N for a PARTY How about... REDemption Party..in the eve! Everyone wear something RED - hat, shoes, dress, shirt, dress, pants, glasses...whatever! CREATIVE??...YES!!!! I think we can get this ship Rock'n to RED This year we don't have a Mardi Gras or Halloween onboard but 12/12/12 is RIPE for some onboard FUN!!! Who is up for this as we enter the Bermuda Triangle...! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeffuarc Posted October 20, 2012 #292 Share Posted October 20, 2012 Here's the link to sign up for the connections party: https://secure.celebritycruises.com/cruisecritic/home.do :) Monica Monica, your cruise page has been really helpful .... Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wv4891 Posted October 20, 2012 #293 Share Posted October 20, 2012 Hi David, thanks for your nice message. Marilynn and I are looking forward to seeing you and Larry on the ship...most probably in the Martini Bar.:) Hi Marilyn & Bill ... thanks for stopping by to say hello. Larry & I look forward to seeing you again. I know we have been on a TA or two with you in the past! David Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Compass Rose Monica Posted October 21, 2012 #294 Share Posted October 21, 2012 Monica, your cruise page has been really helpful .... Thank you! You're welcome. :) Monica Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johhnnyt Posted October 22, 2012 #295 Share Posted October 22, 2012 Just on the off chance. anyone else Flying out of JFK on the 28th on the Alitalia 5:35PM flight? Staying at the Hotel Forty Seven in Rome? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
njp70 Posted October 25, 2012 #296 Share Posted October 25, 2012 It's been a while since I checked in.... Welcome to the Newbies... We now can use the words next month.... for our departure, and soon we can use those words this month....WOW... Anyone flying out of Atlanta on the November 28th arriving in Rome at 7:55am on the 29th. 35 days to flights for cruise..... Norman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kruzer Cruising Posted October 25, 2012 #297 Share Posted October 25, 2012 Exciting Times:D ...await! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
njp70 Posted October 31, 2012 #298 Share Posted October 31, 2012 E Docs here..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jollyscotty Posted November 7, 2012 #299 Share Posted November 7, 2012 Only used this site once before so not sure if I'm threading in the correct place, any other gay Brits on this cruise 1/12/2012 Silhouette me and my partner John are looking forward to meeting lots of new friend's been reading lots of threads on this site seems like sa great crowd:):) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johhnnyt Posted November 8, 2012 #300 Share Posted November 8, 2012 Only used this site once before so not sure if I'm threading in the correct place, any other gay Brits on this cruise 1/12/2012 Silhouette me and my partner John are looking forward to meeting lots of new friend's been reading lots of threads on this site seems like sa great crowd:):) Welcome Aboard. My best guess-timate is there is quite a large gay population on this cruise, My best guess is around 125-150, so I would be surprised if not at least a few are from the UK if past cruises are any indication. There is a massive thread for the entire cruise located here http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1708776&page=122. It's hundreds of pages long, but does have a lot of good information Also two of the fine folks who will be cruising with us set up some wonderful web pages with great information as well, you can see them here Our Silhouette 2012 Cruise Pages: Monica's Cruise page and Sherry's Cruise Page Look forward to meeting you both:cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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