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On 11/3/2023 at 7:59 AM, MicCanberra said:
Lol, amazingly I tend to be almost as fussy with tea on cruises, the water never seems hot enough (boiled) to make the tea steep well.
Yes, I too am very fussy with my tea, water must be boiling.
We are on Island Princess now and cabin steward actually asked us if we needed a kettle.
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On 5/31/2023 at 9:33 AM, MMDown Under said:
This morning on Today on 9 I came across a segment on pies. Did anyone see it? The two hosts and one guest tasted pies. I think the man was a pie tester.
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On 4/4/2023 at 12:58 PM, Aus Traveller said:
I agree with Aussieflyer's comments regarding Jetstar. Maybe it should be called 'One star' or 'No star'. I would definitely pay a bit more and book with QANTAS. As a second option, Virgin isn't too bad.
That’s why they have one star painted on the tail😊
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2 hours ago, arxcards said:
For those that scored the deals, they are well in front. There were promos for $240pp twin balcony with $500 OBC. That turns into $700 OBC and $120pp cruise credit for a $480 fare.
The 50% cruise credit applies to the cruise fare only, not including port taxes and charges. The taxes on those fares are $186 each. Still coming out well in front though😊
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From Carnival Website. Masks NOT REQUIRED on board but RECOMMENDED in public areas for cruises 9 days or less.
On board currently and estimate mask use <5%.
VOYAGES 9 DAYS OR LESSMasks are not required on board during your cruise. However, masks will be required during the entire embarkation and debarkation process in the home port. Additionally, we recommend guests wear masks in public indoor spaces, outdoors when in large congregate events where physical distancing cannot be maintained and on water shuttles.
VOYAGES 10 DAYS OR MORE
Masks are required in public indoor spaces (unless eating and drinking or in your stateroom), outdoors when in large congregate events where physical distancing cannot be maintained, during the entire embarkation and debarkation process, when on buses or water shuttles (where applicable), and while indoors on any shore excursion.
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Carnival attempting to organise stop at Tangalooma for Friday. Letter with FCC and OBC to be delivered later this morning.
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Currently on Luminosa en route Lifou. Made a 180 degree turn 30-40 minutes ago.
Captain just announced they are monitoring the Tropical Low in Coral Sea and working on options and will provide further details in morning.
This may turn into a 7 day trip to nowhere. Doesn’t bother us, as we cruise for the ship first and destinations second.
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6 minutes ago, B'Elanna said:
I've heard so much about this special, but it's not coming up for me...
Has anyone tried calling Carnival and to get this special price? I had already booked the 7-nighter on the 5th and can't do the following one. I usually do everything online if I can, but maybe 'next time', calling would be better?
Checking multiple times per day online for offers has worked twice for us. You have to be quick though, these offers are not there for long.
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31 minutes ago, Bowm54 said:
Received this offer today, based on twin share, $500 obc with balcony cabin.
We just booked a balcony cabin on Feb 5th at that price with $500 OBC.
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Finally, a bit of common sense and a little win against the woke brigade.
Can't say the same for Kmart though ☹️ Caught in the Southern Cross-fire P&O Cruises Australia has overturned a ban on the national flag on its short Australia Day cruises, after the issue was highlighted by New South Wales One Nation MP Mark Latham. The Daily Telegraph has reported that P&O Australia President Marguerite Fitzgerald stepped in to override the decision, which was set to ban both the national flag and the anthem on the upcoming cruises. While an internal memo granted an “Australia Day-themed cake” in food & beverage areas, it also said “no use of the Australia flag is permitted”. The memo stipulated no flags on cakes, no flag face-painting, no flag temporary tattoos, no flag towels, and no buntings. Fitzgerald told the newspaper the directive was “news to her”, and a “misunderstanding”, adding P&O had wanted to ensure everyone had a good time on the cruise and “feels included”. “The Australian, Aboriginal, and Torres Strait Islander flags and the national anthem will be all part of the program,” she said. P&O’s Australia Day cruises will see Pacific Explorer (pictured) call at White Bay on Thu, Pacific Adventure anchored in Sydney Harbour, and Pacific Encounter at Airlie Beach in Queensland, on her way to Indonesia. Australia Day controversy has also engulfed other players, including retailer Kmart, which last week decided not to sell any Australia Day merchandise.
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2 hours ago, bazzaw said:
There is a need - but it is a commercially viable need???
1 hour ago, Aus Traveller said:My point exactly.
Same thing could be said for those pushing for a full blown coffee shop instead of the coffee van.
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Bringing Alcohol On Board - Embarkation Day
Guests are prohibited from bringing alcoholic beverages on board.
On embarkation day, each guest may bring a small quantity of non-alcoholic beverages on board and only in their carry-on luggage. A small quantity is considered a maximum of 12 cartons and/or cans, 600ml each or less.
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44 minutes ago, LittleFish1976 said:
What on earth is 'American tea'?
I'd need a dedicated steward if I had to get room service every time I wanted a cup of tea on board a ship! A kettle is an absolute must-have for me.
Had these on last couple of Luminosa cruises.
Gee, I miss not being able to get a decent cuppa when cruising☹️
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2 hours ago, Auscruisefam said:
For those who have been do you select a dining time when on board? Can I do it online? I can’t seem to locate anything in my Carnival account. Can I order water to be sent to my cabin, the large 24 packs or do I have to wait till I board.
I know I have to wait to buy internet, drinks packages, excursions until I board.It must be busy on boarding day having everyone trying to organise themselves.
You can buy internet before boarding, it is cheaper too.
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On 12/15/2022 at 3:30 AM, MMDown Under said:
Confirming there were urns with boiling water available in the buffet for making tea 24 hours on Luminosa.
On our recent NZ cruise, the water was never "boiling", only very warm at best, not ideal for making a nice cuppa. Wondering whether it may be a WHS thing?
Same in MDR, had to stress to waitstaff that we wanted "very hot" water with our tea order.
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13 hours ago, korky1 said:
Just received an email re our 13 night cruise which we board tomorrow. It states that due to the increased number of covid cases and variants circulating in Australia we will all receive a covid test kit in our cabin on the second day of the cruise with instructions .
I have conducted a negative test today. I would certainly be volunteering to take a test if I develop any symptoms whilst on board. In fact, I have packed ample test kits for this purpose.
It just doesn't sit well with me to be told to take a test if I am feeling 100% fine. Don't get me wrong, I will do the test as if that is what they require, then so be it.
I wonder if this happening on Carnival and P&O also or only on Princess?
Was on 11 day cruise to NZ on Carnival Luminosa recently and all pax did a RAT on second day, so not just Princess.
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shareholderbenefit@carnivalaustralia.com
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Serenity Bar, Deck 9 Aft. Adult only pool is here too.
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Currently on Luminosa. No piano keys in sight in Piano Bar, except for on the ol’ goanna!
Only 3rd day, very popular and nice decor.
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Which ports are you visiting?
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Yes, there has been a washout round “The Mount” and there are stairs to bypass it. I would suggest that you walk around in a clockwise direction, as there are less stairs to climb if you have a problem with stairs.
We have only been on board for two days, entertainment so far has been good with a comedian and instrumentalist. Supposedly, a new team of Celebrity entertainers have embarked this cruise and are rehearsing for a new show.
This is our 3rd Solstice cruise and enjoying it as usual, she is our favourite ship!
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We are on Solstice. Here is a photo I took during a walk around “The Mount”.
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Tropical Cyclone Jasper forming off the Queensland Coast December 2023
in Australia & New Zealand Cruisers
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Australia cyclone season
The Australian cyclone season officially runs from November to April, although very few have occurred in November.