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We’ve done several European with a transatlantic added on to be a back2back. Tons of platinum and diamond cruisers on those. But it sure didn’t stop us. The perks, laundry, on a 28 day cruise was so good. As far as which side is better, go figure. Which ever way the wind blows. We’ve done the Spirit and the Legend. Same set up as the pride. We’ve booked next summer a European cruise, hope we make it.

We are currently booked for Hawaii next year, October 16, 2021. We had 2 cruises canceled this year. Transatlantic and Norway. Finally last week we figured what the heck. I’m so needing a cruise.

We’ve been sitting back and wondering when to book again. We had the transatlantic going to Iceland, Greenland... on the legend past June. Finally booked next year for Hawaii, October 2021. Even tho it’s so far off, I just needed to have something booked. 

Same here. Trying since May. Hours on the phone sometimes being transferred then disconnected. Spoke to several agents. Messaged on Twitter, Facebook. Sent tons of emails. Finally thought I’d give my credit card a call. They took down the info. Asked me to forward any correspondence with TAP that I’ve documented. They were crediting my card back while they investigated. Almost 2 grand for business executive seats. I’m holding my breath that this nightmare is over.

I have been trying to get a charge back to my credit card for two business class tickets from Paris to Newark. My flight was canceled by TAP. I’ve called 5 times, private message on Twitter, message on Facebook and keep getting automated messages. It’s $1,900.00 hanging out there, I’m at a loss what more could be done. I booked with them not a consolidator 

We did this several years ago. All the while planning the trip I was apprehensive. When I saw how my husband was so excited for us to share this once in a lifetime moment I just sucked it up. When the helicopter takes off and up it was smooth. Even in a car I'm putting my hand on something to make le feel better. Would I do this again, no but it was a blast. I loved they did a video. My husband was so excited that when the pilot asked him to introduce himself and where he was from Looks puzzled, he couldn't remember. Whatever you decide to do you have to feel good.

One thing I like to bring are clothes pins to hang the swim suits. I also go to the $$ store and pick up a couple of collapsible bins. I use them as a place to put misc items, I pads, USB cords.... That's just me, I have to have a place for everything.

We are flying from Detroit to Philadelphia. Evening flight from philly to Brcelona getting in round 9 am Barcelona time. American Airlines

We have stayed at the Santa Chiara hotel in Venice. Close to port, no bridges to cross with luggage. Close to the Vaporetto stop. Small grocery store near. We loved this hotel. We stayed in the old building. Loved the old world charm. In Athens we stayed at the Electra hotel. Close to the hop on bus. many food, shopping and sites within close walking distance.

There is a door to the front of the lido. We stayed on the Lido, Vista, and the doors are at the end of the hallway, turn R or L.

Same here. Sailed the last med and the transatlantic with Cookie, MarkQ and Nono. Now we see that all 3 have been promoted to CD. Congrats to the new kids. Carnival how lucky you are to have Jaime, Matt and so many talented kids.

Athens- we stayed at the Electra hotel. Loved having a balcony room over the front of the hotel. Close to hoho bus. Right at syntagma square to see the changing of the guards. Staff very helpful. If you're there on a Sunday morning don't miss the parade and the huge changing of the guard ceremony. I did some video of it and when I need a boost I pull it up.

We had forward cabins on the Vista, deck 10 and loved them. We did med and transatlantic so there were some rough days but it was the whole ship. Love these cabins. Have them again on the Horizon.

I feel that the name isn't that important. What really is going to make a difference will be the itinerary. We did last med and transatlantic on the Sunshine, Vista and will do the Horizon. Just hoping for a different selection of ports. Otherwise it may just end up being a transatlantic on the Panorama. :cool:

Took the hop on hop off bus. Stopped here at the Castle Bellver. Great for overview of city. Google Palma Mallorca.

On one of our cruises we had over 35 people, don't remember how many cabins. Offered a shared party that uses up some type of points awarded. We asked that what if we forgo. Each cabin awarded $50 onboard credit, and a carnival bag. Better for us as we had kids.

We stayed at Santa Chiara. Right off the bus from the airport, cross the parking lot and you're there. No bridges to maneuver. They have an elevator. Vaporetto stop right there and a supermarket by the stop for anything you may have forgotten. http://www.hotelsantachiara.it/ Old world charm for sure.

We've been on the Vista and the one thing I won't leave without are the collapsible bins I got at the dollar store. There is less drawer space but there are shelves along side of the mirror. One bin for me, one for hubby and our junk drawer bin, cards,pens, ... They're cloth and are light weight. I can't stand clutter so a place for everything.

We were in Athens for 3 days, last October. There's so much to see. If you're there on a Sunday morning check out the changing of the guard ceremony and parade. I was able to get video clips and on days I miss being there I look at them.

218 days. Sailing the Horizon last Mediterranean cruise and the transatlantic back to New York. Seems like a long way off but it'll be here before we know it.

I saw the 2 minute promo describing entry into the Malta harbor. Being able to relive our stop in Malta on the Vista last Year will be fun

We've done the Hawaii cruise twice and loved it. There were places with those who loved the nightlife and places for those that want to chill. Well balanced cruise vacation. Have also done 2 Mediterranean and 2 transatlantic cruises with another back to back on the Horizon next April. Also have the same experience. You will also find some self important persons who jump in lines, impolite, and grumpy. Or those with scooters who always seem to find the back of my feet but... I'm pretty laid back, I'll complain to hubby in private but don't let these things color my vacation. Have fun Hawaii is gorgeous

If you have a handicap accessible cabin the shower is larger and there is a seat fixed to the wall . It folds against the wall for those cabin mates that don't need it.

We've had Jaime on the Sunshine transatlantic and the Vista last Med cruise. She is a firecracker. Keeps the party going. She's a Sparty from MSU. Look forward to seeing her again.

Flying from Detroit to Philly then on to Barcelona on American