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Does anyone know if the FCC can be used for shore excursions, gratuities or other cruise related expenses or can it only be applied to the actual cruise fare.

Looking at penthouse suite 11049 (under Waves dining area) or a veranda cabin on deck 8 or 10. We would love the extra space of the suite but are concerned about noise from above. Any advice?

Based on reading a number of reviews/posts, it seems that the veranda cabins on this ship have relatively small showers with cloth shower curtains that have a tendency to “cling”. We are wondering about the shower/bathtub configuration in the suites - do some have combination tub showers or do the ones with just a shower have a larger shower. We are not petite people and would like to make sure we can shower in comfort. Thanks

Looking at two cruises with similar itineraries on these two lines. Any insight on pros and cons to consider in our decision making would be appreciated. Thanks in advance for your recommendations

We have done a number of cruises, most on Royal Caribbean, but have also sailed on Celebrity, Princess and Holland America. We are looking at two cruises with similar itineraries - one on Silver Spirit and one on Marina. Looking for input on pros and cons of these two cruise lines. Thanks in advance for any insight

Considering a Bordeaux cruise on AMAWaterways. In selecting a cabin, is one side more likely to have better views (particularly while docked). Thanks in advance for your advice

We took Avalon last year from Budapest to Prague. We arrived early because we wanted to spend more time in Budapest (Parliament tour, Hospital in the Rocks, Szenchi Baths, etc) The included tour had a running commentary by our guide and we passed by a number of landmarks. It had stops at Heroes Square and Fisherman's Bastion/St Matthias church. The tour ended in Buda, and those who wanted additional time there could stay rather than going back to hotel. In Vienna, our tour included a ride around the Ringstrasse and then a walking tour in the city center. We could not go in to t

Thinking about a river cruise and wondering if water levels are an issue for Bordeaux or Douro River itineraries. Any insight would be appreciated.