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Jack E Dawson

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    Chicago
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    Sailing, traveling, golf, aviation
  • Favorite Cruise Line(s)
    Cunard
  • Favorite Cruise Destination Or Port of Call
    Trans Atlantic

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  1. I'm surprised that no one has mentioned that on occasion lobster roll is offered as a special but there is a charge for it. Had it on the QE this past Aug/Sept and on the QM2 a few years ago Yummmy. Jack
  2. We will be traveling next year on the QV (Istanbul to Rome) with another couple. We will all be in Princess Grills, however, we will often not be keeping the same schedule. While we expect to have many meals together, there may also be many meals where we will get started at different times. Is it possible to link our reservations but request 2 tables for 2 side by side rather than a table for 4? The idea being that if one couple shows up 20 or 30 minutes later, they will be at a fresh table. Has anyone had any experience doing this? Thanks, Jack
  3. We keep doing the same thing BklynBoy8, but after successfully using the same photo for the last 7 years, I'm not going to be surprised when the check-in person at the terminal looks at me and just starts laughing. Jack
  4. Zeg, Is OBS similar to OBC, On Board Credit? Thanks Jack
  5. We sailed in 12022 and very much liked the cabin and location. We were on a west-bound crossing so the port side location allowed us to view the Statue of Liberty from our balcony as we passed by arriving NYC. It was also the sunny side of the ship. Jack
  6. All traditions have to start somewhere....and I'm pretty sure that Cunard would be happy to sell more martinis. Heck, I don't really like martinis but how cool to be sitting the Queens Room with a couple of egg salad sandwiches, a string quartet playing and have a martini delivered to your table on a silver tray, shaken, not stirred, of course. Go for it Wedgie Wedgie. Jack
  7. EuropeanAmericanTraveler Depending on what promotions Cunard has going on for a particular cruise, there may be 2 or even 3 different prices for the same category cabin. Often the lowest price is non-refundable. I've always seen it clearly stated when a promotion is non-refundable but my modus operandi is to ask Cunard for a quote and a 3-day courtesy hold. The quote will clearly state the refund policy. You can do this directly with Cunard or through a TA. That way you have the policy in writing from Cunard, no confusion, no misunderstanding. Jack
  8. If that is the bane of your life, then you lead a very good life Bell Boy. But seriously, you make a good point, one that I had not thought about. We just booked a cruise on the QV that came with the drinks package. We will certainly try to be considerate in our ordering, for sure ordering together and not playing tag-team with the sommelier. Thanks, Jack
  9. Doug, I don't think there will be a problem at breakfast and lunch in the MDR as it is open seating for those meals. Dinner might be more of a problem. If you cannot make arrangements with Cunard prior to the cruise then I would approach the Mater d on embarkation day. Is your daughter traveling solo? Of course you will be able to dine together in the evenings in the speciality restaurants. You may want to consider rebooking in Club or hope for a chance to bid on an upgrade. Like BigMac1953 noted, the open dining with the same table/staff is one of the main perks of booking in Club. Good luck, Jack
  10. We were in PG on the QE back in September and there was a bottle of Grand Imperial, a French sparkling wine, in our cabin upon arrival. On 2 occasions during the voyage, a bottle of Pol Acker was left in our cabin refrigerator. The Grand Imperial was nice but not nearly as enjoyable as our beloved Pol Acker. Jack
  11. Wow, great information, would never have thought to do that. Thanks Jack
  12. Maggielou362, As I write this you are already more than 3 hours into 2024. How is the year going so far? Is it shaping up to be better than 2023? If it's not going well, I still have time to catch a flight to California and get an extra 2 more hours in 2023 (hmmm, let me rethink that). What's the next "BIG Thing" in 2024 that I can invest in while it's still 2023 here in Chicago? Thanks for being the first person I've talked to in the future, 2024. All the best for the New Year Jack
  13. Thanks Gomac, We thought you would like the step-up to PG, like you we were blown away by the difference from Britannia, especially the dining. However, one surprise with your comments was the lack of service on the Grills terrace. Our one experience on the QE (4 months ago, Panama Canal)) was just the opposite. Chilled fresh fruit kabobs were brought around at 10:00, finger sandwiches at 11:00, ice cream 14:00 and full tea service at 15:30. In-between we were often approached for drinks. Your cabin was most impressive. Besides the balcony door, I see you also had a window. Thanks for the feedback and I still wouldn't give up hope for your upgrade bid being accepted. Jack
  14. Good morning Gomac, I apologize if I have missed a posting but I was wondering how your QE voyage went and what your impressions of PG were. Thanks, Jack
  15. e&mcruise I have ordered flowers twice, once for my wife's birthday (QM) and once for our anniversary (QE). On both cases they were beautiful. The second time was on a 14 night cruise and about 8 or 9 days into the cruise I called the Purser's Desk and asked if the arrangement could be freshened up a bit. It was almost completely redone and the service was complimentary. We also once sat next to a couple celebrate a birthday and they had preordered a birthday cake which they shared a pieces with us. It was absolutely amazing, one of the most delicious cakes I've ever tasted. It was a yellow cake with a fruit custard icing. The flowers were $60. I don't know how much the cake was. I had to call Cunard to order the flowers. Hope this helps Jack
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