Mahogany

Well, there are other venues to wear jeans.

Not everyone, especially first-timers, has free laundry. My comment was directed to them.

I was on the 33-day voyage from Aruba to LA. Some observations: I was surprised that coming off dry dock, the ship didn't look brightly painted. I heard (rumor) that the dry dock was to make the Colonnade more available for service rather than buffet at night.?? But I never saw garbage or any indication that staff wasn't trying to keep this "old lady" clean. I complained about a shore excursion: on the return, people got on the first bus they saw, so headcount was iffy. I got a personal call from Chris. I wondered why there could not have been a Seabourn rep on the shorex to manage the logistics. That's been the case in the past. She said they don't have enough reps to go around. I guess it's like, since Covid, no hosted dinners with crew, only guest entertainers. There was an effort to minimize contact between crew and passengers. That said, the crew was fabulous: helpful, friendly, accommodating. But it was obvious there were positive cases on board among the crew since suite attendants might change. So, considering how many were new to the ship, and had to change responsibilities, they tried their best. Covid positivity also affected the entertainment schedule. I agree that the food was not spectacular. But trying to find a middle ground between those who are happy with a steak and pots, and those expecting "gourmet", is difficult. There were always several options at The Restaurant. I had never had dinner at the Colonnade on previous voyages, but the theme night and TK dinners made a nice change (I just don't like buffets at night). The complaint about the self-service laundry makes me wonder if the poster knew about "the $50 bag" - what a deal. I will be on Encore for 21 days in September. I do love that bar in the TKG! And the sushi option I know there have been several negative comments on this post. Please don't let that keep you from trying or returning to Seabourn. Many of the complaints can be related to Covid-recovery - or sailing as we may have to be accustomed to. And BTW, I posted to Cruise Critic during my cruise.

Who pays credit card interest fees?

How can they book "conflicting" excursions? If I try to do that, I'm advised of a time conflict and unable to book both.