shefinch Posted May 27, 2009 #51 Share Posted May 27, 2009 Has Seabourn disclosed the fact that V1 and V2 are partially obstructed?? QM2 didn't before the maiden voyage..... Host Dan When we booked a V2 on the Odyssey crossing it was pointed out to us that the balcony was partially obstructed so they were quite upfront about it. Maybe it's to do with the spray or having to have reinforcement at that height? Will keep you posted as to what we think! You didn't ruffle any feathers Jane. Just wondered why it made so much difference to people? Maybe it's because I never lie in bed and look at the sea (one of your points I seem to remember). I have enough trouble trying to look at the TV from the bed never mind the sea!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seabourn-nail Posted May 27, 2009 #52 Share Posted May 27, 2009 I hope everybody realises what tremendous crafts and pressure water and high seas can cause! No wonder some constructions my mean obstructions! It might be for (y)our safety! Marja Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T&T Vikings Posted May 27, 2009 #53 Share Posted May 27, 2009 I hope everybody realises what tremendous crafts and pressure water and high seas can cause! No wonder some constructions my mean obstructions! It might be for (y)our safety!Marja A friend in the construction business has told me. The lower deck balconies on Odyssey is steel and limited panzer-glass do to the construction and to protect from the sometimes rough sea (spray) at this level.:eek: T&T Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lord of the seas Posted May 27, 2009 #54 Share Posted May 27, 2009 I think that this picture is of suite 502 on deck five.this will be one of thirty four suites that will have the slightly restricted metal and glass configuration.I do not see a problem as every suite on a ship is priced accordingly.Good for those folks that do not want to pay for more glass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lord of the seas Posted May 27, 2009 #55 Share Posted May 27, 2009 Maybe it's because I never lie in bed and look at the sea (one of your points I seem to remember). I have enough trouble trying to look at the TV from the bed never mind the sea!! I there i was thinking that you lie in bed and look at Larry all night.:p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newfie351 Posted May 27, 2009 #56 Share Posted May 27, 2009 Is this suite 502? I think it could be instead suite 533 or 536 (looking towards the rear of the ship). Do we know for sure? I ask only because I have booked the Odyssey for a september cruise and have a V1 GTY - my TA says it has always been her experience (especially since the V1 is now wait-listed) that we will end up being upgraded - does anyone have any Seabourn experience with this? I really wanted a balcony and my TA said that the metal part was only going to be about 1 foot - seems that is the line coming from Seabourn. Clearly not the case. My concern now is that I could end up with suite 502, 503,504 or 505 with both a decreased-sized obstructed balcony. If this is 502 then the size of the balcony is not so bad. But I don't think it is. I guess I have to decide whether to pay the $400 extra and get a V3 so the balcony isn't small nor obstructed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaneBP Posted May 27, 2009 Author #57 Share Posted May 27, 2009 My suggestion is to send the photo to your TA, as I did to mine. Then there is a frame of reference. Then she can negotiate with Seabourn on your behalf. I have no idea which suite it might be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martita B. Posted May 27, 2009 #58 Share Posted May 27, 2009 Jane You might think about giving either Bruce or David B. a call at Blue Lagoon Dr.~~they could give you more information as to the balcony questions. MB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarciAnn Posted May 27, 2009 #59 Share Posted May 27, 2009 I booked my July Odyssey cruise back in 2007 when they first started taking reservations. Soon after I booked my V1 cabin, my TA forwarded a leter from Seabourn referring to an "inadverttent error" in the balcony description in the Inaugural Season brochure in which they left out the word "partial" before glass windscreen. This is what they said about the veranda: "These suites (V1 and V2) have a partial glass windscreen on the veranda. The windscreen (the outer wall of the veranda) is steel on the lower portion, with a clear glass panel on top. The steel is low enough that you can see over it when seated, but it is not a full glass panel down to the deck, as on the veranda in some higher categories" So they do say you can see over it when seated. Hope this helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaneBP Posted May 27, 2009 Author #60 Share Posted May 27, 2009 Thanks, MarciAnn. If they had repeated this information in the following brochures, it would have solved a lot of questions. Instead, there was only a small vague print mention. Martha, you have no idea how many people with whom I have spoken at Blue Lagoon and all had different answers. If the staff who should have known did have the information, all of this would have been immaterial. And obviously, my TA was not the onlu one who got the 'wrong' information. I am sure they were not trying to deceive anyone, just not informed. However, yesterday all it took was a brief phone call and my booking was adjusted. It did help that my TA had the photo. Some cruisers pay for the upgraded wine selections, I pay for the view (and the laundry service, the luggage service, and the internet). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrislcruise Posted May 27, 2009 #61 Share Posted May 27, 2009 what is the best luggage service? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wripro Posted May 27, 2009 #62 Share Posted May 27, 2009 Luggage service? Talk about OT. Seabourn never hid the fact that V1 and V2 balconies would be partial steel. I guessed previously that the reason for that might be due to strong sea spray on a lower deck in rough seas. It could also be a construction issue. Whatever the reason that is why they are less expensive than V3 and higher. On Silversea, for example, all regular verandas regardless of deck are priced the same and all midship verandas are priced the same. Why not look at it as an opportunity to have a balcony for a slightly lower price? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martita B. Posted May 27, 2009 #63 Share Posted May 27, 2009 chrislcruise Tor receive answers to your luaggage question it might be best to start a new "luggage thread." Martita B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrislcruise Posted May 27, 2009 #64 Share Posted May 27, 2009 Thank you Martita, you are very kind. I hope others will forgive me for being off topic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tayl Posted May 27, 2009 #65 Share Posted May 27, 2009 After seeing the balcony picture (thanks for posting), I phoned Seabourn. I was told that I was midship in a V2 and the metal is only 1ft high. It looks higher in the picture. I was then told that if I wanted to go to a guarantee it would cost extra. My T.A. called back for me and was told again that the balcony metal was only 1ft high. She would change me to a guarantee at no cost,but the ship is almost sold out, and I could end up in a terrible cabin. My T.A. asked the cost of an upgrade and was told $379 pp. Suddenly there were cabins!? With the Canadian $ exchange, it's just more than I wish to pay at this time. I don't know what to do. Is a guarantee worth the risk? Any thoughts or suggestions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martita B. Posted May 27, 2009 #66 Share Posted May 27, 2009 chrislcruise I'm the CC boards # 1 member as to goin' "off topic!":confused: So no apology necesary ~~~ As you'll receive excellent ideas and answers to your "luggage service" question please start your new thread. Martita B. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parisbully Posted May 27, 2009 #67 Share Posted May 27, 2009 Could it be possible that the middle portion is a protective film? The very bottom portion looks like it is a foot high. Then a middle (protctive film?) and the glass. Just a thought. Hope this is not off topic..:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Host Dan Posted May 27, 2009 #68 Share Posted May 27, 2009 Could it be possible that the middle portion is a protective film? The very bottom portion looks like it is a foot high. Then a middle (protctive film?) and the glass. Just a thought. Hope this is not off topic..:D Now there's an optimist! Host Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisinMatt Posted May 27, 2009 #69 Share Posted May 27, 2009 hmmmm this is the first of many new quirks and oddities with the new sisters..... I love it! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wripro Posted May 27, 2009 #70 Share Posted May 27, 2009 Sorry if I sounded harsh about going off topic. I was just surprised to see a luggage service question in the middle of the balcony discussion. I apologize. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaneBP Posted May 27, 2009 Author #71 Share Posted May 27, 2009 >"Some cruisers pay for the upgraded wine selections, I pay for the view (and the laundry service, the luggage service, and the internet)." I started it, quite innocently. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tayl Posted May 28, 2009 #72 Share Posted May 28, 2009 Jane, I'm glad you brought this to our attention. I'd rather know what I'm dealing with, rather than be unplesantly surprised! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaneBP Posted May 28, 2009 Author #73 Share Posted May 28, 2009 We all have specific likes and dislikes in cars and ships and shoes. for example. To paraphrase Jack Webb "i just wanted the facts ma'am." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chairsin Posted May 28, 2009 #74 Share Posted May 28, 2009 Maybe one of you on the maiden voyage in a V1or V2 suite could bring a tape measure and report back the exact answer once and for all? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markham Posted May 29, 2009 #75 Share Posted May 29, 2009 I am on the maiden voyage and have a v6 cabin. However, I will make every effort to take the measurement and report back as soon as possible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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