jenidallas Posted July 27, 2016 #26 Share Posted July 27, 2016 I'm not certain which I am more excited about - the new smoking policy or the prospect that we might finally see an end to threads about smoking?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roxburgh Posted July 27, 2016 #27 Share Posted July 27, 2016 I'm not certain which I am more excited about - the new smoking policy or the prospect that we might finally see an end to threads about smoking?! Ther won't be an end to smoking threads until it has been completely banned and smokers made to walk the plank. :D Incidentally, we are off again in October. !7 days in the Med :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vaitape Posted July 27, 2016 #28 Share Posted July 27, 2016 HURRAH!! Now we'll keep our booking on Sojourn in February. It will be our first Seabourn cruise after being a longtime Oceania faithful. VERY HAPPY! Thank you Seabourn. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isklaar Posted July 27, 2016 #29 Share Posted July 27, 2016 I'm not certain which I am more excited about - the new smoking policy or the prospect that we might finally see an end to threads about smoking?! :D Great news. We will look forward very much to enjoying our after dinner drinks in Observation now. Save Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenidallas Posted July 27, 2016 #30 Share Posted July 27, 2016 Ther won't be an end to smoking threads until it has been completely banned and smokers made to walk the plank. :D Incidentally, we are off again in October. !7 days in the Med :cool: Which sailing? I'm boarding Odyssey again on October 29. I'd love to see you guys again! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
softsands Posted July 27, 2016 #31 Share Posted July 27, 2016 At the risk of dating myself...from Pink Floyd... "Breathe, breathe in the air..." Great news. Way, WAY overdue. But kudos all the same. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roxburgh Posted July 27, 2016 #32 Share Posted July 27, 2016 Which sailing? I'm boarding Odyssey again on October 29. I'd love to see you guys again! Sojourn, October 17th. We need to coordinate better. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenidallas Posted July 27, 2016 #33 Share Posted July 27, 2016 Sojourn, October 17th. We need to coordinate better. :D I had a 50/50 shot of being so lucky. That itinerary looks great too. I decided to give solo cruising a spin so I figured the wine cruise would be a soft landing. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roxburgh Posted July 27, 2016 #34 Share Posted July 27, 2016 (edited) I had a 50/50 shot of being so lucky. That itinerary looks great too. I decided to give solo cruising a spin so I figured the wine cruise would be a soft landing. :D I think the 'landing' depends on how much wine you consume. :D:D We really liked the itinerary as there are quite a lot of ports that we haven't been to before. We also get to see my sister in Barcelona and grandson in Geneva. So a win-win-win. Edited July 27, 2016 by Roxburgh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
divsec Posted July 27, 2016 #35 Share Posted July 27, 2016 I'm not certain which I am more excited about - the new smoking policy or the prospect that we might finally see an end to threads about smoking?! My thinking precisely but wonderful news, too late for me October 1 out of Athens but a bright future awaits. After not smoking for 30+ years I am still addicted, and the slightest sniff is bad news. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Travelcat2 Posted July 27, 2016 #36 Share Posted July 27, 2016 Congratulations Seabourn - definitely a positive move for current and future cruisers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markham Posted July 27, 2016 #37 Share Posted July 27, 2016 I am chuffed that Seabourn is getting smart about this smoking business. And here's my shout out to Lincslady. Thank you for your kind words! Happy and healthy sailing! Ps- so here we can all see the power of positive thinking and deliberate action. It ain't the ole "business as usual" attitude anymore. Most gratifying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suite Travels Posted July 27, 2016 #38 Share Posted July 27, 2016 (edited) Great news for. Seabourn and as a avid Crystal cruiser the smoking issue has kept us away from this great line. Calling our TA tomorrow to see what will fit in with our other travel plans. We love sea days. Anybody have any recommendations on future cruises? We are sick of doing Europe but love Asia. We know people who cruise both Crystal and Seabourn and tell us we would not be disappointed with the true luxury of Seabourn. I can taste the caviar. We like the larger suites and I know you don't need a butler as the excellent stewardesses handle everything so I am told. We love Crystal but we need something equal and I think Seabourn will fit that bill just to change up our cruising. We have tried SS and Regent and were not too pleased. The smoking issue seems to have been resolved in a fair manner for smokers and non-smokers. Congratulations! Edited July 27, 2016 by Suite Travels Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisingHopper Posted July 28, 2016 #39 Share Posted July 28, 2016 What about a nice 14 day Singapore to Hong Kong cruise? They have it in Jan, Feb and March with a stop at their private island (serving you caviar in the water as you walk up to them). This is the one we are booked on since we couldn't get my folks on the Crystal Singapore to Hong Kong one. (If you recall, it was the issue when Crystal opened up a booking, I grabbed it and then the closed it on me stating booking was a mistake). Never did Seabourn but that itinerary looks great! Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisingHopper Posted July 28, 2016 #40 Share Posted July 28, 2016 And so relieved to hear smoking on verandas is gone. I was nervous about that since you never know who your neighbors may be. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Les Picantins Posted July 28, 2016 #41 Share Posted July 28, 2016 Like Like Like:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
claranda Posted July 28, 2016 #42 Share Posted July 28, 2016 Hurrah! Looking forward to using the OB after dinner when we next cruise. Well done, Seabourn! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sassyw Posted July 28, 2016 #43 Share Posted July 28, 2016 (edited) [quote name='Suite Travels']Great news for. Seabourn and as a avid Crystal cruiser the smoking issue has kept us away from this great line. Calling our TA tomorrow to see what will fit in with our other travel plans. We love sea days. Anybody have any recommendations on future cruises? We are sick of doing Europe but love Asia. We know people who cruise both Crystal and Seabourn and tell us we would not be disappointed with the true luxury of Seabourn. I can taste the caviar. We too are from South Florida and are so happy with the new smoking rules. We are on the 39 day voyage on the Sojourn (April 23 2017) from Hong Kong to Seattle--does a lot of Japan and first time for Seabourn in Alaska on way to Seattle. Looks great. Just a few cabins left. Edited July 28, 2016 by sassyw Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bitob Posted July 28, 2016 #44 Share Posted July 28, 2016 Bravo Booking our first Seabourn cruise today Cancelled two others because of the smoking issue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrulyBlonde Posted July 28, 2016 #45 Share Posted July 28, 2016 Triple Like! I have been avoiding Seabourn due to the prior smoking policy. Will be perusing your website for cruises in the future. This was our only holdback. Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bitob Posted July 28, 2016 #46 Share Posted July 28, 2016 I think seabourn will gain more cruisers than it might lose. I know many Oceania cruisers who love seabourn itineraries but have stayed away because of the smoking policy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrulyBlonde Posted July 28, 2016 #47 Share Posted July 28, 2016 [quote name='bitob']i think seabourn will gain more cruisers than it might lose. I know many oceania cruisers who love seabourn itineraries but have stayed away because of the smoking policy[/quote] yes...me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bitob Posted July 28, 2016 #48 Share Posted July 28, 2016 And us. And many others Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sfvoyage Posted July 28, 2016 #49 Share Posted July 28, 2016 Great news, indeed, and long overdue. However, is there cause for concern that electronic cigarettes are permitted inside guest cabins? More cancer-causing chemicals found in electronic cigarettes [URL]http://www.theverge.com/2016/7/27/12299784/electronic-cigarettes-e-cigs-chemicals-cancer-fda[/URL] I don't know much about e cigarettes. Do some have flavors or smell? Would the harmful substance get absorbed in fabrics or stay on surfaces that may prove harmful to others? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaKa2002 Posted July 28, 2016 #50 Share Posted July 28, 2016 (edited) I guess we will continue to skip Seabourn. Last thing we want is a suite the reeks of electronic cigarette smoke! Edited July 28, 2016 by DaKa2002 correction Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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