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GOARMY

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Based on our last visit (late 2015), Regent utilized two hotels in the downtown area.  Stayed in one of them--name not remembered--for one night prior to beginning a Regent-sponsored three-day Safari experience at Camp Figtree--a British-themed Lodge above Addo Elephant National Reserve and an hour's frenetic van drive from the Port Elizabeth Airport.  Wonderful experience.  

 

But, as usual, I digress. 

 

Point being:  Our TA strongly recommended an earlier arrival at Cape Town, partly to take care of Jet Lag--which was considerable, as our air component was SEATAC on Delta, via Amsterdam (nice lay-over spent in a Lounge); then onward via KLM to Cape Town for a very late night arrival.  And, to relax and enjoy the local sites on our own while lodging at:  

 

Victoria and Albert Hotel (V&A).  Location was in upscale Pierside/Warf area removed from downtown Cape Town.  About four miles removed.  

 

TA arranged a three-day early arrival; then, that lodging.  Great experience.  A V&A Limo met us at the Airport.  V&A, it turned out, was within easy walking distance of where Mariner was berthed prior to our boarding many-days later for a TA to Rio.

 

Well, we did not have to take that embarkation walk; as our happy Safari group of five couples was transported directly from the Cape Town Airport upon completion of the Safari directly to Mariner. 

 

Recommendation:  If your circumstances permit--consider arrival at Cape Town at-least three days prior to boarding, whether or not your itinerary includes a pre-cruise Safari or Wine Tasting experience. Should that be the case, then arrive, as we did, about six days before actually getting on a Regent ship.  

 

Our V&A Concierge arranged several "private" tours for us to local sites.  Gracious service, with a smile.  On one occasion when I was on a really-private walking trip in the area, became somewhat disoriented as to where I was.  Went up to a Police Officer for assistance.  This gentleman, in a crisp manner, realized my situation.  He waved to his associate.  I was given a personally-guided walking "tour" escort back to the V&A.  Really professional, and appreciated. 

 

Just contributed to our overall positive experience for those days prior to being transported (in a V&A Limo) to Regent's downtown hotel to join our future Safari/cruise associates. 

 

Something to consider.  

 

V&A ambience was 5+level, to include Champagne at breakfast (included in the rate).  At that time, the US Dollar had a very favorable exchange rate to local currency.  Probably still does.  Gourmet meals onsite; although we ate most dinners in a variety of delightful restaurants in the immediate area. 

 

Costs for all these "extras" were about 1/3rd of what one would expect to pay at an equivalent NYC or Miami location for equivalent experiences. 

 

Our plans to reprise this itinerary were frustrated due to COVID.  Hope for another opportunity in 2024 or 2025.   

 

GOARMY!

 

 

 

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We stayed at the Westin in Cape Town during a 3 night post-cruise with Regent in December 2018.

Our room was comfortable & well appointed. Breakfast each day was excellent.

 

The Westin is near the V&A Waterfront which, as others have said, is a very picturesque (& safe) part of Cape Town with many good shops and restaurants.

 

 

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Boatmans Lady

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On Regents website the Hotel for the pre-cruise Winelands and Wildlife is listed as The Southern Sun Cullinan or similar, so hope it has improved since 2018.

We stayed at The Westin in Rome and it was fine. 

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Lonedaddy

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On 7/29/2022 at 6:19 PM, GOARMY said:

 

 

Our plans to reprise this itinerary were frustrated due to COVID.  Hope for another opportunity in 2024 or 2025.   

 

GOARMY!

 

 

 

We’re planning the Dec 6th Cape Town to Cape Town but will do the Kruger pre and Vic falls post.  Will take arrive early or spend a day in Europe or Qatar depending on the air.  Hope to see you (two of my kids AF nephew in the big red one artillery). I’ll bring my axis and Allie’s board game for fun on board.

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10 hours ago, Lonedaddy said:

 (two of my kids AF nephew in the big red one artillery)

Eh, two out of three ain't bad.

 

Signed,

Bill, USAF Ret.

 

PS - my daughter is a Navy nurse - couldn't get her to see the light, either.  🙂

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All Four* Services defined by one word: SECURE! 😋

 

Marine: "Secure the Building"  -  Enters With a Loaded Weapon; Shoots Anything that Moves.

Soldier: "Secure the Building"  -  Surrounds with Fence and Barbed-Wire; Queries All Who Come or Go. 

Sailor:  "Secure the Building"  -  Closes Windows, Locks Doors;  Goes Home.

Airman: "Secure the Building"  -  Negotiates a Long Term Lease; Option to Buy!

 

* With Due Regard for our Coast Guardsmen.  See: Sailor...

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12 hours ago, gcorgain said:

Answering my own question, we have been assigned the Table Bay hotel which looks very nice and appears to be in a great location. 

You won’t be disappointed, the location is fabulous.

Outside the front door is the boardwalk, the side door is the harbour and ar the rear is an escalator taking you up into a lovely shopping mall.

Have a great time.

 

Regards

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Boatmans Lady

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On 8/12/2022 at 10:34 PM, gcorgain said:

Answering my own question, we have been assigned the Table Bay hotel which looks very nice and appears to be in a great location. 

When is your cruise please. 

We haven't been notified yet for our January cruise out of Cape Town. 

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On 8/1/2022 at 4:15 PM, Boatmans Lady said:

On Regents website the Hotel for the pre-cruise Winelands and Wildlife is listed as The Southern Sun Cullinan or similar, so hope it has improved since 2018.

We stayed at The Westin in Rome and it was fine. 

Avoid the Southern Sun Cullinan if you can. 

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Boatmans Lady

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7 hours ago, gcorgain said:

My cruise is January 5th. They didn’t actually notify me, but if I log in to my regent account it shows on the Pre Cruise day.  

 

We appear to be on the same cruise but all it says on our pre-cruise stay, is TBD and lists our pre-cruise tour but no details. 

Oh well, we will find out soon enough but your hotel looks lovely. 

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