Almost Live from Riviera

[ORV]

7 minutes ago, Cruisedreamer1 said:

Anyone showering in the ladies spa changing room? I found that the ladies shower leaked causing flooding in the tiny cubicle. I was on the ship 5 years ago and then last year and found the same problem. I was told that it might be fixed when the ship goes to dry lock. Thanks.

I haven’t been there this trip.

 

We go to La Reserve tonight. Got to see an updated PH today, they are beautiful. Lots of subtle changes around the ship. To catch them you would need to be familiar with what it was like before. 
 

One new thing is they offer $25 free play to everyone in the casino now. 

[tvmovielover]

I too am curious to know what they are offering as excursions for Jacksonville and where they will dock.  I know there is a cruise port near Jaxport but that is not that close to Jax beaches or downtown Jacksonville museums.  I live in the area like the city too but I am not sure I would prefer it to Bermuda.

[ORV]

51 minutes ago, tvmovielover said:

I too am curious to know what they are offering as excursions for Jacksonville and where they will dock.  I know there is a cruise port near Jaxport but that is not that close to Jax beaches or downtown Jacksonville museums.  I live in the area like the city too but I am not sure I would prefer it to Bermuda.

Here is what is being offered. Made in Jacksonville. Candy factory, chocolate factory and shopping. $159
 

amelia island historical tour $189

 

St Augustine Historical tour $189

 

st Augustine on your own $129

 

I also understand that there will be a free shuttle to St Augustine. I don’t know details on that. Not sure why any would pay $129 to take the on your own tour when they’re offering a free shuttle. Maybe it’s guaranteed and exclusive and the free shuttle is first come first served. 

I have no idea where we will dock. 

[ORV]

Dinner in La Reserve last night was great. La Bourgeoisie, which might be the largest amount of food of any of the four dinners we’ve had in La Reserve. I didn’t take pictures or notes as I don’t do that, all the wine was French and good in my limited estimation. We enjoyed the company of two lovely couples. The dinner was excellent. There were 3 tables of 6.  I’m certainly glad I packed a Sport coat as all the men there were wearing them. 
 

I apologize for missing the meet and greet as we got tied up doing some other stuff after trivia. I did mean to make it. 

[Guest]

St. Augustine is wonderful! When we visited years ago they had a trolley ride you could take around the area! Many interesting shops!

 

[tvmovielover]

ORV I would try the free shuttle to St Augustine or the St Augustine historical tour if not wanting to walk much.  I live on Amelia Island-the "historical tour"  is just okay.  The Island is a nice place for a quiet beach vacation or a second home but cool in the winter.

Edited March 15, 2023 by tvmovielover
correct punctuation

[shepherd really]

15 hours ago, ORV said:

I haven’t been there this trip.

 

We go to La Reserve tonight. Got to see an updated PH today, they are beautiful. Lots of subtle changes around the ship. To catch them you would need to be familiar with what it was like before. 
 

One new thing is they offer $25 free play to everyone in the casino now. 

So $25 on red, $25 on black and cash out. 

[LHT28]

3 hours ago, ORV said:

Here is what is being offered. Made in Jacksonville. Candy factory, chocolate factory and shopping. $159
 

amelia island historical tour $189

 

St Augustine Historical tour $189

 

st Augustine on your own $129

 

I also understand that there will be a free shuttle to St Augustine. I don’t know details on that. Not sure why any would pay $129 to take the on your own tour when they’re offering a free shuttle. Maybe it’s guaranteed and exclusive and the free shuttle is first come first served. 

I have no idea where we will dock. 

I would  go to St Augustine   on the free shuttle 😉

 

[Jim and Monika]

35 minutes ago, shepherd really said:

So $25 on red, $25 on black and cash out. 

Hopefully it doesn't land on 0 or 00.

[Tyskie]

2 hours ago, ORV said:

Here is what is being offered. Made in Jacksonville. Candy factory, chocolate factory and shopping. $159

If it's Sweet Pete's - great for kids, not so much adults

St. John's Town Center is a great shopping area
https://www.simon.com/mall/st-johns-town-center

amelia island historical tour $189

 

St Augustine Historical tour $189

 

st Augustine on your own $129

 

I also understand that there will be a free shuttle to St Augustine. I don’t know details on that. Not sure why any would pay $129 to take the on your own tour when they’re offering a free shuttle. Maybe it’s guaranteed and exclusive and the free shuttle is first come first served. 

I would take the free shuttle to St A and take the trolley 

https://www.trolleytours.com/st-augustine
I have no idea where we will dock. 

** See comments above.

Also - the Jacksonville Zoo is great for young and old - it's right near  Jaxport.

https://www.jacksonvillezoo.org/

[shepherd really]

24 minutes ago, Jim and Monika said:

Hopefully it doesn't land on 0 or 00.

That's why it's called gambling. 😇

[Jim and Monika]

My take was that if they put money on both, they would win on one and convert the $50 free play to $50 cash.

[PirateShark]

8 hours ago, ORV said:

Dinner in La Reserve last night was great. La Bourgeoisie, which might be the largest amount of food of any of the four dinners we’ve had in La Reserve. I didn’t take pictures or notes as I don’t do that, all the wine was French and good in my limited estimation. We enjoyed the company of two lovely couples. The dinner was excellent. There were 3 tables of 6.  I’m certainly glad I packed a Sport coat as all the men there were wearing them. 
 

I apologize for missing the meet and greet as we got tied up doing some other stuff after trivia. I did mean to make it. 

 

Thank you for taking the time out of your holiday to give us the scoop.  I do have a question about the La Reserve dinners.  Can you only book these once on board or can you reserve when the other dining reservations open?  Enjoy your cruise ORV.

[LHT28]

36 minutes ago, PirateShark said:

 

Thank you for taking the time out of your holiday to give us the scoop.  I do have a question about the La Reserve dinners.  Can you only book these once on board or can you reserve when the other dining reservations open?  Enjoy your cruise ORV.

Not Orv 

but I believe you can book once they show up for your cruise  you pay at the time of booking

Check in "MY ACCOUNT" on O website  & see if they are showing for your cruise

 

 

 

[PirateShark]

Thanks Lyn.  We'll be making final payment shortly so I'll keep looking and waiting.

[LHT28]

29 minutes ago, PirateShark said:

Thanks Lyn.  We'll be making final payment shortly so I'll keep looking and waiting.

I see you are on Vista  so not sure  if they have them out yet   but keep checking

[Sthrngary]

37 minutes ago, PirateShark said:

Thanks Lyn.  We'll be making final payment shortly so I'll keep looking and waiting.

@PirateShark Please take what I am about to say with a grain of salt.  I am new to Oceania and I am on a Oceania Riviera Cruise on November 9, 2023.  I also was very interest in the two types of dining options.  

I go onto my account by logging in.  Going to Manage Your Booking.  Under the Dining Tab I have three options.  

 

1. Specialty Restaurants
2. La Reserve
3. Privee

 

Under La Reserve I can book three options:

 

1. Odyssey Menu
2. La Cuisine Bourgeoise

3. Dom Perignon Experience

 

I attempted to book one as a test.  On all three there is one night each is available when you click the person in your group wants to attend, it then puts the dollar amount in your cart.  I have not done final payment as of yet, FYI. 

 

I don't know if that helps you but thought I would share.  I did book some cooking classes already so I know the cart will work.  Again, I am in no way an expert.  

 

Cruise well and enjoy every moment. 

Edited March 15, 2023 by Sthrngary

[cruisingxpert]

1 hour ago, PirateShark said:

Thanks Lyn.  We'll be making final payment shortly so I'll keep looking and waiting.

I'm not sure how Lyn knows you are on Vista but if you are, it's unclear whether the usual La Reserve dinners other than the Dom Perignon one, will be offered.  They look like they will have some food and wine pairings(one is a lunch}

https://www.oceaniacruises.com/ships/vista/culinary-experiences

 

 

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  EXQUISITE PAIRING MENUS

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Inspired Partnerships for Exquisite Pairing Menus

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  Moët & Chandon Champagne Experience This delectable three-course pairing extravaganza features rare vintages for a memorable pairing experience. The exquisite journey begins with a Mediterranean sea bass tartare paired with the mature 2013 Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage Brut, then savor a duck foie gras terrine accompanied by the silky Moët & Chandon Nectar Imperial Champagne and finish with a cured beef tenderloin coupled with the elegant and refined Moët & Chandon Imperial Rose Champagne.
  
  Connoisseur Wine Pairing Lunches For this unique lunch pairing experience, choose from two carefully crafted epicurean journeys. Menus include five different Mediterranean-influenced dishes paired with a premium range of wines. The head sommelier, along with bar, restaurant and galley teams, will explain each course’s pairing concept and their flavor profiles.
   
  Dom Pérignon Experience This signature Oceania Cruises experience will be showcased on Vista as part of the intimate dining venue Privée. The six-course tasting menu is a must-have meal for every connoisseur of Champagnes and all true gourmands. Each of the three Champagne vintages is effortlessly paired with two courses which are specifically crafted to bring out the nuances of the grapes and the ratio of the blend, playing off every aspect from subtle, effervescent nose to lively, satisfying finish. Courses include scallops rossini with mole negro followed by black truffle risotto, Brittany blue lobster in yellow curry broth with coconut foam, seared sashimi-style wagyu beef with octopus tempura, culminating with sakura tea geisha flower ice cream topped with lemon caviar.

Edited March 15, 2023 by cruisingxpert

[PirateShark]

31 minutes ago, Sthrngary said:

@PirateShark Please take what I am about to say with a grain of salt.  I am new to Oceania and I am on a Oceania Riviera Cruise on November 9, 2023.  I also was very interest in the two types of dining options.  

I go onto my account by logging in.  Going to Manage Your Booking.  Under the Dining Tab I have three options.  

 

1. Specialty Restaurants
2. La Reserve
3. Privee

 

Under La Reserve I can book three options:

 

1. Odyssey Menu
2. La Cuisine Bourgeoise

3. Dom Perignon Experience

 

I attempted to book one as a test.  On all three there is one night each is available when you click the person in your group wants to attend, it then puts the dollar amount in your cart.  I have not done final payment as of yet, FYI. 

 

I don't know if that helps you but thought I would share.  I did book some cooking classes already so I know the cart will work.  Again, I am in no way an expert.  

 

Cruise well and enjoy every moment. 

@Sthrngary,  no worries here.  We are on Vista which could be why I'm not seeing things yet.  You have given us a road map on how to find it on the website so you have been a great help.  Thanks for this.

 

Lori

[PirateShark]

1 minute ago, cruisingxpert said:

I'm not sure how Lyn knows you are on Vista but if you are, it's unclear whether the usual La Reserve dinners other than the Dom Perignon one, will be offered.  They look like they will have some food and wine pairings(one is a lunch}

https://www.oceaniacruises.com/ships/vista/culinary-experiences

Yeah, we did see that but as we all know, there are still some things that are not quite clear or finalized for Vista regarding the culinary.  We did already sign up for culinary classes so that sounds like "business as usual" at least for that.

[LHT28]

7 minutes ago, cruisingxpert said:

I'm not sure how Lyn knows you are on Vista but if you are, it's unclear whether the usual La Reserve dinners other than the Dom Perignon one, will be offered. 

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Easy to find   looks like they are getting off  the day you get on  in Aug 😉

[cruisingxpert]

6 minutes ago, PirateShark said:

Yeah, we did see that but as we all know, there are still some things that are not quite clear or finalized for Vista regarding the culinary.  We did already sign up for culinary classes so that sounds like "business as usual" at least for that.

I'm on the May 20th Vista.  I booked Privee by calling my travel agent to contact them for a date.  Previously I have been able to book Privee online.

[PirateShark]

1 minute ago, LHT28 said:

Easy to find   looks like they are getting off  the day you get on  in Aug 😉

Actually, we're on from 8/18 to 9/17 😁. My retirement present from DH and after this, it will be tent camping LOL.

[LHT28]

I think Vista  is  still a work in progress   Will find out  more once paying PAX  are onboard

JMO

[LHT28]

1 minute ago, PirateShark said:

Actually, we're on from 8/18 to 9/17 😁. My retirement present from DH and after this, it will be tent camping LOL.

So you will be on with Catherine

 Sounds like a great retirement present

Enjoy