russg140 Posted June 20, 2017 #1 Share Posted June 20, 2017 Just got back from the 6/9 Reflection sailing out of Rome/Civitavecchia. If you have any questions I'd be happy to answer them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chalco Posted June 20, 2017 #2 Share Posted June 20, 2017 I don't suppose you noticed if they had any "X-Rated" vodka on board ? (bright orange) - you can't buy it in the U.K. And my wife took a liking to it last year on Connie from Barclelona - we're due to join the cruise on the same itinary on the 30th Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calgarian747 Posted June 20, 2017 #3 Share Posted June 20, 2017 What were the shows like? Was there a lot of kids onboard? I will be sailing on the same itinerary as you on August 11th and we're a large group with kids. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wineandbeach Posted June 20, 2017 #4 Share Posted June 20, 2017 We are doing that itinerary in a little over a week. Please let me know anything you loved about the ship and anything special you liked about the ports. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
number one eagles fan Posted June 20, 2017 #5 Share Posted June 20, 2017 I hope you had a great time. We sail on June 30th. How did you handle your excursions? And did you do them independently? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riclop Posted June 21, 2017 #6 Share Posted June 21, 2017 Just got back from the 6/9 Reflection sailing out of Rome/Civitavecchia. If you have any questions I'd be happy to answer them. Tell us something !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
easyboy Posted June 21, 2017 #7 Share Posted June 21, 2017 How did you get to the port in Civitavicchea? Sent from my SGH-M919 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruisestitch Posted June 21, 2017 #8 Share Posted June 21, 2017 Two things to keep in mind about this itinerary.: AFAIK the on-board liquor store will be closed for the entire journey and also remember that there will be 22% VAT charged on all purchases in the gift shop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nini Posted June 21, 2017 #9 Share Posted June 21, 2017 Would VAT be charged on shore excursions which are reserved and paid for before the cruise? TIA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandyrella Posted June 21, 2017 #10 Share Posted June 21, 2017 What were the shows like? Was there a lot of kids onboard? I will be sailing on the same itinerary as you on August 11th and we're a large group with kids. Hey Calgarian747...we are also on the cruise sailing August 11th. We have a pretty good roll call going. Feel free to join us [emoji4] http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2318329 Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glynner11 Posted June 21, 2017 #11 Share Posted June 21, 2017 How did you get to the port in Civitavicchea? Sent from my SGH-M919 using Forums mobile app I am just back from this cruise also, getting to and from Civitavecchia was a bit of a nightmare tbh, 2 taxis cost us €240 which to us was very expensive and more than our flights cost one way from Dublin! I don't think I would do a cruise from Civi again, but the cruise was great! Night life was very disappointing though, we are in our mid 30's and found we were one of the only ones in the sky lounge each night around 1130, now that is not late to us and we expected more of a party atmosphere at night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glynner11 Posted June 21, 2017 #12 Share Posted June 21, 2017 What were the shows like? Was there a lot of kids onboard? I will be sailing on the same itinerary as you on August 11th and we're a large group with kids. Shows were great, really surprised by them I wasn't expecting much at all but we both really enjoyed them each night. There was 220 kids on board afaik. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russg140 Posted June 22, 2017 Author #13 Share Posted June 22, 2017 I don't suppose you noticed if they had any "X-Rated" vodka on board ? (bright orange) - you can't buy it in the U.K. And my wife took a liking to it last year on Connie from Barclelona - we're due to join the cruise on the same itinary on the 30th No. They had a ton at the Martini Bar but didn't see that one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russg140 Posted June 22, 2017 Author #14 Share Posted June 22, 2017 What were the shows like? Was there a lot of kids onboard? I will be sailing on the same itinerary as you on August 11th and we're a large group with kids. There were a lot of kids, so yours should be happy. Didn't see any of the shows and there wasn't a lot of promotion for them. Don't know what that means. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russg140 Posted June 22, 2017 Author #15 Share Posted June 22, 2017 We are doing that itinerary in a little over a week. Please let me know anything you loved about the ship and anything special you liked about the ports. UGH! That's a lot. We loved every port and did our own excursions. Each port was great for a different reason. If you can be more specific about what you like, maybe I can help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russg140 Posted June 22, 2017 Author #16 Share Posted June 22, 2017 I hope you had a great time. We sail on June 30th. How did you handle your excursions? And did you do them independently? We booked all of our excursions independently. There was NEVER an issue of getting back on time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russg140 Posted June 22, 2017 Author #17 Share Posted June 22, 2017 Tell us something !!! What do you want to know??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russg140 Posted June 22, 2017 Author #18 Share Posted June 22, 2017 How did you get to the port in Civitavicchea? Sent from my SGH-M919 using Forums mobile app From Rome our VRBO host booked a car service. It was perfect. They actually also picked us up to take us to the airport after the cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandyrella Posted June 22, 2017 #19 Share Posted June 22, 2017 From Rome our VRBO host booked a car service. It was perfect. They actually also picked us up to take us to the airport after the cruise. Just curious what time your flights were and how long it took you to get to the airport. Our flights are at 11:50. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruisestitch Posted June 22, 2017 #20 Share Posted June 22, 2017 My flight from FCO was at 11:15. I booked Celebrity transfer. My departure from the ship was 6:45 a.m. and I was at the airport in plenty of time. Be aware that the walk from check in to the gate at FCO can be VERY long, so allow extra time for that and don't dawdle in the shops. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lastdance Posted June 23, 2017 #21 Share Posted June 23, 2017 (edited) I am just back from this cruise also, getting to and from Civitavecchia was a bit of a nightmare tbh, 2 taxis cost us €240 which to us was very expensive and more than our flights cost one way from Dublin! I don't think I would do a cruise from Civi again, but the cruise was great! Night life was very disappointing though, we are in our mid 30's and found we were one of the only ones in the sky lounge each night around 1130, now that is not late to us and we expected more of a party atmosphere at night. There are many companies that take you to and from Civi. Usually if you take a taxi it is very expensive. I always use R(capital of Italy) C(another name for a taxi.) They are reasonable and very dependable. I am doing this same cruise for the second time next year and have my hotel and RC booked. My price is 70 Euros from the airport to Civi in a luxury vehicle. However, we will take a taxi to the train station in Civi, as we are traveling to Cinque Terre after our cruise... Yes, the night life, especially when you are younger, is not what you are use to. Glad you enjoyed the cruise though, as We loved it 7 years ago and are doing it again with friends... Sent from my iPhone using Forums Edited June 23, 2017 by Lastdance Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russg140 Posted June 23, 2017 Author #22 Share Posted June 23, 2017 There are many companies that take you to and from Civi. Usually if you take a taxi it is very expensive. I always use R(capital of Italy) C(another name for a taxi.) They are reasonable and very dependable. I am doing this same cruise for the second time next year and have my hotel and RC booked. My price is 70 Euros from the airport to Civi in a luxury vehicle. However, we will take a taxi to the train station in Civi, as we are traveling to Cinque Terre after our cruise... Yes, the night life, especially when you are younger, is not what you are use to. Glad you enjoyed the cruise though, as We loved it 7 years ago and are doing it again with friends... Sent from my iPhone using Forums Our VRBO Host booked a van and we were glad for it. 5 people with 5 large bags and carry on's - total came to 150Euros plus tip. There are so many ways to skin the cat that I wouldn't rule out departing from Civitavecchia based on the price of ground transportation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShariNJim Posted June 24, 2017 #23 Share Posted June 24, 2017 Would VAT be charged on shore excursions which are reserved and paid for before the cruise? TIA I am wondering the same thing, is the VAT added to shore excursions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare abbydancer2003 Posted June 24, 2017 #24 Share Posted June 24, 2017 Did they offer discounts on Specialty dining? Also, if you did specialty dining, were there Vat taxes added, and if so, do you know how much? Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
02028936 Posted June 24, 2017 #25 Share Posted June 24, 2017 Hi, I am on this cruise in a few weeks and have so many questions!!! - did anyone attempt to do both Positano and Capri in the one day that you know of? - drinks package - any reduction in price when on board? - is it easy enough to get a sun lounge near the pool? - best venue for breakfast MDR or buffet? - on the chic nights, how dressed up were people? I am travelling for almost two months and just don't have room for evening clothes. - options in Santorini if not on tour (I.e. How long did it take to get a tender and just how bad we're the queues for the cable car both up and down?) - in Mykonos, did the ship use tenders? - what were some of the highlights both on the ship and in ports for you? - things not to miss? Thanks so much for your help. Sue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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