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We have been of 3 cruises in Europe since switching to T-Mobile in 2022. We have had no issues using the 5GB of 5g speed data anywhere we could pick up a signal. (Obviously we were careful never to get on the "Cruise at Sea" or whatever it is called because unlimited free roaming is not covered with that). Once our 5gb of data ran out, we were throttled down to a much slower speed. It was tolerable on one cruise but on the next two cruises, we added the $50 option just because it was so simple and nice to be able to use your phone to call or receive without regard for cost. Many of you will suggest WiFi but we were sailing Azamara and the WiFi was terrible. WiFI on previous Oceania cruises has been "decent" or at least usable. Sailing them in June and September this year and hope that is still the case. Otherwise, T-Mobile has been great.

We just used Sadik in March and were so glad we did. After making my initial contact with him, I had so many questions trying to build the "perfect" tour. I can't count the number of times I contacted him with questions or to make changes to the "perfect" tour we put together. The best part was he delivered 100%. True, there is not much out there but I felt pretty good once we began talking. Don't be nervous! You won't be disappointed.

Azamara experience is far superior in my opinion to Celebrity. I thought the food in the Retreat on Edge class ships was slightly better than Azamara (Lumnine) but overall Azamara's ships are so "right sized" and their service excels. Booked on 2 AZ cruises for March and April (Oceania in June and September). Have no plans for any future Celebrity cruises.

Was in a taxi for a couple hour tour and the driver suggested the toboggan ride. We got there and the line had to be a couple hundred deep. Our driver said "follow me" and took us to the front of the line and we got in the next available toboggan. Felt weird with everyone waiting in line but could see this was the advantage of having a guide. Like another poster said, "once was enough"!! Lots of fun but wouldn't dpi it again.

First, thank you for all your information. Very helpful. Regarding Easter week in Seville, I've read quite a bit about the week long celebration "Semana Santa" and feel if we're in. the area, we shouldn't miss it.

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We've been to Seville previously and just did a several hour visit which included an approximately 75 mile drive each way. This trip, we will be in port from early morning day one until 7:00pm day two. We were wondering if it made any sense to overnight in Seville to spend more time there. Will be in Seville during Easter week and hear the festivals surrounding Semana Santa are worth seeing. Has anyone stayed overnight in Seville on a cruise stop and if so, what kind of transportation back and forth did you use?

I've only had outstanding experiences with Spain Day Tours and have booked another one this coming March. Hoping quality hasn't gone down as I am seeing in this and other threads. On the plus side, I know of no other operator that offers a 50% refund if you're not happy. Would rather not get the refund and have a great tour but respect the fact that they are concerned enough about quality. I'm sure they just don't pay out refunds without going to the cause of the complaint and trying to make changes. Just my thoughts......

Really not concerned about any refund for missed days. Currently no visa is required but I do understand the need to go through the immigration process. On previous trips where we departed early, we were already in Europe and immigration did not seem to be an issue. It is possible immigration could take place in the Azores or Maderia as these are ports prior to the arrival in Lisbon. It seems crazy to book the cruise without assurances we can leave. I could understand if we were not already in the final payment stage but any booking will need to be paid for usually within 24-48 hours. Seems like it's time to book flights. BC getting more expensive by the minute! Thanks, appreciate the input.

That's the problem. I cannot book because we're already in final payment phase. My next cruise departs on the 23rd and there crossing doesn't end until the 26th. We need to be on the next cruise on the 23rd. If I were to book and they say no, we're out the cruise fare. I've gotten so many different answers and reasons WHY NOT from Princess that it appears nobody who answers the phones really knows the answer. Our travel agent is getting the same run around. Seems simple-looks like we'll just fly to Lisbon and forget the Princess crossing. We've done this many times on other cruise lines as recently as last May when we got off ship prior to reaching Athens (been there done that-wanted to spend more time on island)

We are currently scheduled to sail from Lisbon on another cruise line this coming spring. We found a Princess crossing that stops in Lisbon three days before the completion of the crossing. We were hoping to book, enjoy the crossing, get off early in Lisbon and get on our next cruise the following day. (the crossing is completed 3 days after our next cruise departs so disembarking in Lisbon is our only option to do both) Upon checking with Princess (I called several times and got different reasons why you couldn't do this) I was told we couldn't do it because it "was against code". We've gotten off early on Oceania, Azamara and Silversea so I know it is possible. Can anyone shed some light on whether to pursue this or at least explain what "code" prohibits this. Something that seemed so simple has gotten quite complicated. Thank you!

Do all the veranda sized cabins on AZ have shower curtains instead of shower doors? Would also like to verify if you book a larger Club Continent cabin that it has shower doors instead of a curtain. Not a first world issue so appreciate your responses.

Can anyone provide transportation options to the San Jose airport (SJO) after disembarking at the Puntarenas port? I generally do not do ship transfers. Are there taxis at the pier, cars for hire, etc.? Approx. costs would also be welcome. Thanks

I would not sail the large ships such as Celebrity if not in Retreat. I've heard the food outside Luminea is not that great. I'm really curious if food on AZ declined after the RCL breakaway. I heard so many great things about AZ food and was disappointed. Every other AZ comment about ship, ship size, service and itineraries are spot on in my opinion. Guess we'll beg to differ on the food.

My opinion only! Food is also subjective especially if you consider yourself a foodie. Viking Ocean ships are spactacular and the food is underwhelming. Actually the Italian restaurant and the pool bar were pretty good, Excellent seared ahi sandwiches! I would sail Viking Ocean for the itinerary and the great ships realizing food was just going to be OK or a little better. My point about Azamara is the food was actually bad in most cases. Many comment about the good AZ food who sailed prior to the breakaway from RCL. We sailed post RCL breakaway.