Lotsacruising Posted April 11, 2012 #1 Share Posted April 11, 2012 What an amazing experience. The ship, the staff, the destination all perfect in everyway. This is by far the best vacation we have ever taken and in 150 cruises the best by far. I am happy to answer questions Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imisseurope Posted April 11, 2012 #2 Share Posted April 11, 2012 That's wonderful!!!! Of course, I would love to hear all the details,:), but for starters--on the days where there is a choice of tours, which ones did you take and how were they? Avignon walking tour/Palace of Popes or Avignon Secret Gardens? Lyon city tour or Lyon Heritage walk? Also, did you do an extension in Paris? Thank you!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SempreMare Posted April 12, 2012 #3 Share Posted April 12, 2012 which destination? why so good? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FANC6 Posted April 12, 2012 #4 Share Posted April 12, 2012 Welcome back! Do you have any pictures of River Royale that you could post? I would love to see the new refurb that was done. We are going on this cruise in August and really looking forward to our first river cruise.:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lotsacruising Posted April 12, 2012 Author #5 Share Posted April 12, 2012 That's wonderful!!!! Of course, I would love to hear all the details,:), but for starters--on the days where there is a choice of tours, which ones did you take and how were they? Avignon walking tour/Palace of Popes or Avignon Secret Gardens? Lyon city tour or Lyon Heritage walk? Also, did you do an extension in Paris? Thank you!!! each morning there was an included walking tour of about 2-3 hours. It was led by a local guide and the boxes were used so you could hear. Some afternoons there were optional cruises, but we chose to have lunch onboard and then go back out on our own. that is a huge advantage to being docked right in town. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newlondon Posted April 12, 2012 #6 Share Posted April 12, 2012 FANC6, When are you going? We will be on the Grand France starting 8/19. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fairfield Nana Posted April 12, 2012 #7 Share Posted April 12, 2012 Hope you will write a review and/or publish some photos of your recent trip--I bet there are several of us "pending traavelers" anxously looking for more current info. Glad you had such a great time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FANC6 Posted April 13, 2012 #8 Share Posted April 13, 2012 newlondon, we are on the Burgundy & Provence cruise from Aug 12-19. Looks like we'll be getting off when you get on. Have a great trip!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rossyarm1 Posted April 13, 2012 #9 Share Posted April 13, 2012 Great to read that you enjoyed the cruise on River Royale. Is Wi Fi available and if so, is there a charge per day or for the week ? Thanks. Also looking forward to reading about your day trips. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lotsacruising Posted April 13, 2012 Author #10 Share Posted April 13, 2012 wifi is available as well as 3 computers they have outside the dining room. All free but slow. I used my kindle fire for all my internet and it worked fine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rossyarm1 Posted April 14, 2012 #11 Share Posted April 14, 2012 Lotsacruising. Thank you, understood. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fairfield Nana Posted April 22, 2012 #12 Share Posted April 22, 2012 What types of shampoo and/or conditioner is provided on RR-- or should my wife bring her own? any other suggestions on stuff to take vs. leave at home? Was interested in whether to bring an umbrella. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barrheadlass Posted April 22, 2012 #13 Share Posted April 22, 2012 I haven't been on the RR, but Uniworld provides L'Occitane products on its ships. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommy_grrl Posted April 25, 2012 #14 Share Posted April 25, 2012 we'll be on the July 22 cruise - we will likely take a few of the optional excursions on our trip (ie, the narrow gauge train through the Gorges ) but generally prefer to explore on our own. Any "don't miss" suggestions? I'm assuming Avignon will require a second visit to explore... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fairfield Nana Posted April 25, 2012 #15 Share Posted April 25, 2012 If you use the onboard laundry services ($) do they also iron stuff? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RontheDon Posted April 25, 2012 #16 Share Posted April 25, 2012 Did you take the train to Chalon? How far is the boat from the train station? We are taking this cruise in a month. Any tips? Do they really provide free laundry service. Was it good? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cole Posted April 26, 2012 #17 Share Posted April 26, 2012 I responded on another board about the distance and would not recommend trying to walk, pulling luggage. When you mapquest it, it looks close enough, but you have to cross a very busy highway. A cab is the best way to travel to the port. B. Cole Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RontheDon Posted April 26, 2012 #18 Share Posted April 26, 2012 Has anyone used the laundry service mentioned? Is it free, what about ironing or wrinkle free, do they fold? Any limits? We will be 4 days prior to boarding that would be nice to be able to "catch up" and not have to carry extra changes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calhava41 Posted April 26, 2012 #19 Share Posted April 26, 2012 We are doing the Grand France itinerary in July on the River Royale and the River Baroness. The river Royale was to have undergone a remodel for the 2012 season. Was it remodelled for your cruise? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amd1234 Posted May 1, 2012 #20 Share Posted May 1, 2012 We are having a difficult time making a decision whether to cruise Burgandy to Provance with Uniworld or AMA Paris and the Rhine. I am leaning toward Uniworld because of the River Royale its looks beautiful. How was the itinerary? What about accomodations? Floor to ceiling wondow or French balcony? We could save $ if we get the floor to ceiling window. Also we want to do a pre extension to Paris.. Did you go through Uniworld or do the arrangements on your own. Uniworld is very expensive if they do the arrangements. Another question .. Do you fly to Paris? Thanks in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fred111 Posted May 1, 2012 #21 Share Posted May 1, 2012 We did the Rhone (River Royal) and Seine (River Baroness) with Uniworld last spring. We also spent a week in Paris before the start. Unless you are absolute novices in travelling, recommend you book Paris on your own. It is much less expensive than a pre or post cruise visit with any of the cruise lines. Paris is very easy to get around and there is plenty to see. There are some very good private guides if you are interested. Recommend you try to get tickets for things you want to see in advance on the internet. Some places let you do that. As far as the River Royal, it is a great ship with a great crew. Eric (I think I remember his name correctly) is the ship's "manager/boss/head honch not includining the captain" and goes out of his way to make the trip enjoyable. The ports are fun and if you like wines, you will find some new things to try. I don't remember much about the laundry. We are repeat cruisers with Uniworld and one of the perks we get is free laundry. They do a super job with it. Less than a day turn around. Wish we were going again this year, but will we trying another route in December. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
genmasjoy Posted May 1, 2012 #22 Share Posted May 1, 2012 We are thinking about doing this trip in May 2013. We have already done three river cruises with Uniworld and they are top notch. Please write more about your trip, you have lots of people who are interested. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sperantei Posted May 12, 2012 #23 Share Posted May 12, 2012 I will try to answer some of the questions I've seen on this board. But you can read all about the trip on my blog at http://www.riverroyale.weebly.com. There are a few photos but not too many on the ship. Laundry: I used the service twice and it was quick and good. They do iron things, even though my things were no-iron. They put things on a hangar, not folded. A shirt was 3.50 Euros and I think pants were 4 or 4.50. The only optional tour I took was the one to the Olive Farm and Les Baux. I loved Les Baux and highly recommend going. Uniworld is wonderful. The food was top-notch, the crew fantastic. The tour guides were very knowledgeable and friendly. I'd take a Uniworld cruise again without hesitation. I had the cheapest cabin, the one with two portholes instead of a window. The cabins are identical to the ones just above, only without the picture window. I never felt claustrophobic and thought there was plenty of light coming in. I didn't spend much time in my room, so why spend more for just a bigger window? You do not have to bring toiletries like soap, shampoo and conditioner. They provide L'Occitane products that are great. You do not need to carry an umbrella; there is a large one in the cabin. Of course, if you have two people you might want another one. WiFi is free and worked pretty well except for uploading photos; it's very slow. It didn't always work while the boat was sailing or in the locks. I will be glad to answer any more questions. Happy cruising, Kathy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suzanne123 Posted May 12, 2012 #24 Share Posted May 12, 2012 Hi Kathy -- Just a couple of real quick questions-- Am I correct that you pay the tips in euros and that they cannot be charged to your ship account? Did you see any tables for two in the dining room? Is there an "American" outlet in your room or do I need to bring an adapter to charge my iPad? Would my DH look out of place on formal night if he wore a collared shirt and khakis or must he bring a sportcoat? (Be honest. I don't want to "rock the boat," no pun intended.) Thanks! Suzanne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amd1234 Posted May 12, 2012 #25 Share Posted May 12, 2012 Kathy, I loved your blog. We are taking the same trip next year May. We are taking a Paris Extension before the cruise. I am debating whether to take an extra day after the cruise. Next year the cruise starts in Lyon and ends in Marseille. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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