MV Discovery - Grand America Cruise Jan 1, 2007

[patkusps]

We bought wine on board at quite a few ports. There was never a problem and the prices were very reasonable. We bought converters for our battery charger but did not need it.

[Tarheelbelle]

Thanks for the info, patkusps. I have some favourite Argentinian malbecs I will be seeking there and will definitely want to bring onboard!

[Tarheelbelle]

sable1,

I notice that you flew from BA to Ushuaia. Did they allow only 1 checked bag or 2? I am trying to decide how I want to pack. Those boots are quite heavy and really add to the weight of luggage!

[2552phxcrzr]

My two cents. The agent for Aerolineas told us that we would be allowed 1 piece each. At the airport, however, they didn't even blink an eye when we presented 2 pieces each both from BsAs to Ushuaia and on the return trip. We used medium and small duffel bags so that nothing looked oversized and each piece was well under the weight restrictions for our international flights on United Airlines. (The doctor on our ship and his daughter were charged a $100 fee for the Ushuaia - BsAs flight, but not only did they have really large pieces, they were way overweight as well.)

[Tarheelbelle]

Thanks, h2so4. My plan is to take one bag down [with the boots] and to leave the boots on the ship after the cruise. I also plan to have a collapsible duffel to check on the way back if needed.

By the way, your screename brings back memories of college. I was a zoology major and chem minor.

[2552phxcrzr]

You will be able to pack the parka (if they give you one) rather than wear it on the way back. That was the primary reason we loosely packed two pieces each.

 

Enjoy your trip - it is a fantastic place to visit.

[Tarheelbelle]

You will be able to pack the parka (if they give you one) rather than wear it on the way back. That was the primary reason we loosely packed two pieces each.

 

Enjoy your trip - it is a fantastic place to visit.

Yes, they do give a parka as part of the trip cost. I will plan to bring it back.

I do plan on wearing a lighter weight zip out lining parka down from home since it will be winter here and also I have a precruise extension to Pategonian glaciers.

Thanks again for your advice and the great review you did on the SA board!