oldsailor104 Posted March 9, 2016 #1 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Hi everyone, I'm new to this forum and as I said in my title "new to cruising" my wife and I are all booked on the April 9th cruise from Sydney to Honolulu, looking forward to it very much. I'm hoping to learn much from your experiences & knowledge. cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KirkNC Posted March 9, 2016 #2 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Welcome to Cruise Critic, what questions do you have? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldsailor104 Posted March 9, 2016 Author #3 Share Posted March 9, 2016 I've already asked this elsewhere but you may be able to cast some light on it as well... I use a CPAP machine, and was wondering how I plug it in as there are no power points by the bedside (apparently) so do I bring an extension lead or what ? cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommy3putts Posted March 9, 2016 #4 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Hi everyone, I'm new to this forum and as I said in my title "new to cruising" my wife and I are all booked on the April 9th cruise from Sydney to Honolulu, looking forward to it very much. I'm hoping to learn much from your experiences & knowledge. cheers You might also want to visit you cruise's "roll call". It is a CC forum where you can meet and interact with folks who are also on your cruise. It will be a great resource. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grandmaanne7 Posted March 9, 2016 #5 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Contact Celebrity ahead of your cruise to let them know about the CPAP machine. They will provide you with an extension cord and distilled water. We have done this three times and they have accommodated us each time. Enjoy your cruise! Sent from my SM-G386W using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dkjretired Posted March 9, 2016 #6 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Contact Celebrity ahead of your cruise to let them know about the CPAP machine. They will provide you with an extension cord and distilled water. We have done this three times and they have accommodated us each time. Enjoy your cruise! Sent from my SM-G386W using Tapatalk Correct and here is the phone number for special needs dept. 1-866-592-7225. As others have said you can check your roll call for your cruise, these are the people who are on the cruise with you. Cruise Critic also has boards for the various ports of call. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruisestitch Posted March 9, 2016 #7 Share Posted March 9, 2016 I'm doubtful that the toll-free number used in the US will also work for the OP, but I suspect that there is a similar number in Australia. If not, just call the general Celebrity phone number there and ask for the Special Needs department. Many people travel with CPAP machines, so they will be very familiar with your request. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kylomom Posted March 9, 2016 #8 Share Posted March 9, 2016 We met a couple who used extension cords to bring power bedside and they also brought duct tape to prevent the cords from being a trip hazard. I don't know if Celebrity would provide that or not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4774Papa Posted March 9, 2016 #9 Share Posted March 9, 2016 That is a cruise that we want to take one day. Please post a review and let us know how it went after the trip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vivi9909 Posted March 9, 2016 #10 Share Posted March 9, 2016 I'm doubtful that the toll-free number used in the US will also work for the OP, but I suspect that there is a similar number in Australia. If not, just call the general Celebrity phone number there and ask for the Special Needs department. Many people travel with CPAP machines, so they will be very familiar with your request. Maybe it's a good precaution to make your request before the cruise but I never did and always obtained the cord and a gallon of distilled water from the room attendant without problem on embarkation day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dkjretired Posted March 9, 2016 #11 Share Posted March 9, 2016 We met a couple who used extension cords to bring power bedside and they also brought duct tape to prevent the cords from being a trip hazard. I don't know if Celebrity would provide that or not. Extension cords are a prohibited item to bring on board. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ghstudio Posted March 9, 2016 #12 Share Posted March 9, 2016 We met a couple who used extension cords to bring power bedside and they also brought duct tape to prevent the cords from being a trip hazard. I don't know if Celebrity would provide that or not. No...not allowed. Call special needs if you need an extension cord. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kylomom Posted March 9, 2016 #13 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Hi, all - just to be clear - I don't think they brought the extension cords. They brought their own duct tape. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fouremco Posted March 9, 2016 #14 Share Posted March 9, 2016 (edited) The Special Needs contact information for Australia: Phone: 1800 754 500 Email: cruiseadmin.au@rcclapac.com For additional information: http://www.celebritycruises.com.au/life-on-board/outstanding-service/special-needs/ Edited March 9, 2016 by Fouremco Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MarkusToe Posted March 9, 2016 #15 Share Posted March 9, 2016 see you; we'll on the same trip to Hawaii... :) 31 days to go, and counting..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ladesign Posted March 9, 2016 #16 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Extension cords are a prohibited item to bring on board. really ? we have taken them on our last 6 cruises - no issues . They do not have surge protectors which I would understand Cel. Engineers having issues with. packed them in both hold and carry on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sollan Posted March 9, 2016 #17 Share Posted March 9, 2016 (edited) Hi everyone,I'm new to this forum and as I said in my title "new to cruising" my wife and I are all booked on the April 9th cruise from Sydney to Honolulu, looking forward to it very much. I'm hoping to learn much from your experiences & knowledge. cheers Hi! You are very velcome to our active Roll Call ! Meet us here! :) 9 April Solstice Roll Call Edited March 9, 2016 by sollan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dkjretired Posted March 9, 2016 #18 Share Posted March 9, 2016 really ? we have taken them on our last 6 cruises - no issues . They do not have surge protectors which I would understand Cel. Engineers having issues with. packed them in both hold and carry on. From the website: For the safety of our guests and crew, there are certain items that are not allowed on board. If these are found, they will be confiscated. Alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, flammable liquids, explosives, and dangerous chemicals will not be returned. Prohibited items are at the discretion of the Chief Security Officer and the Staff Captain and include, but are not limited to: • Firearms and ammunition, including realistic replicas • Sharp objects, including knives and scissors* • Illegal drugs and substances • Candles and incense • Coffee makers, clothes irons, and hot plates • Electrical extension cords • Baseball bats, hockey sticks, cricket bats, bows, and arrows • Skateboards and surfboards • Martial-arts gear • Self-defense, including handcuffs, pepper spray, and night sticks • Flammable liquids, including lighter fluid • Explosives, including fireworks • Ham radios • Dangerous chemicals, including bleach and paint • Alcoholic beverages** Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fouremco Posted March 9, 2016 #19 Share Posted March 9, 2016 I suspect that the key phrase is that "Prohibited items are at the discretion of the Chief Security Officer and the Staff Captain..." There are many post by people who have brought extension cords on board without difficulty. With the number of passengers (all?) bringing multiple electrical devices that require recharging, extension cords and power bars are probably in far greater demand that the ship can supply. As Ladesign points out, surge protectors do pose a problem, but extension cords without surge protectors that are in good condition may well be allowed on at the discretion of the ship's officers, given the high demand. I certainly wouldn't take it as a given, and anyone with a medical requirement should definitely arrange for a ship's extension cord. The application of discretion works both ways, of course, and items that don't appear on the list can be refused. X confirmed yesterday that drones are not allowed onboard, but they don't appear on the list of prohibited items. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldsailor104 Posted March 9, 2016 Author #20 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Many thanks everybody for your replies... much appreciated. This is a very helpful forum and we are looking forward to our trip... cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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