amias

Tag1000 (post 82) requested that we report back on what happened about the return cruise we had booked for later in May. Since Cunard couldn't get us over there, we would therefore have to cancel the return trip. Happy to report that Cunard have waived cancellation fees for that crossing despite it being paid in full and past cancellation date. We are still in the dark about OBC and hotel fees which were including with our original booking. Have been told to call back next week when the dust has settled a bit and hope for a positive answer.

We are among those affected. Were due to sail from NY to S'Hampton next Sunday. Thankfully we have been able to make other arrangements for sailing, but are told that we will lose the OBC and hotel charges which were complimentary when we booked almost a year ago. It was not our choice to cancel this crossing (and not Cunards 'choice' obviously) but why should we forgo the benefits as booked? In addition were booked to return to US later in the month of May but now Cunard cannot get us to the UK meaning that the return journey cannot now be undertaken. Waiting to hear whether or not we will have to pay full price for 'cancelling' the return portion of the voyage. No answer from Cunard rep today. Anyone else in the same position?

Many thanks for the advice. Will look into Carmel and Dial 7 and go from there.

Can anyone recommend a car service to take us from Red Hook to Penn Station? Is Uber or Lyft a good option? We waited a very long time for a taxi last time we returned following a crossing and thought that a pre-booked car might be the best way to go. Would appreciate hearing other people's experiences.

We did this last June, traveling from Penn Station to Norfolk, VA. Disembarkation was very slow then we had to wait quite a while for a taxi. The journey - in NYC traffic - took close to an hour. Our departure from Penn was at about 1pm (I think) and I would have worried about making an earlier train. We will be doing the same itinerary late May but will make sure we arrange for a driver instead of a taxi this time.

Thank you. Might risk packing the swimsuits!

Is anyone able to comment on how warm the solarium pool is? We have sailed transatlantic several times and the outside pools have always been too cold to use. Next crossing is May, and I doubt that the weather then will be suitable for outdoor swimming.

We have always been happy with the Premier Inn for a one night stay. There is one near West Quay Shopping Centre - handy for any last minute requirements - and is also close to the Duke Of Wellington Pub (fish and chips) and the Pig In The Wall restaurant/bar. It's just a few minutes taxi ride to the port.

Not at all sure where you are getting this information. No seasoning? British tastes? I have to admit to having a preference for appropriately seasoned food, added during the cooking process. This despite being British!