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May be a good idea to forward them the link showing what obc is currently expected in your correspondence.
https://www.carnivalcorp.com/shareholder-information/shareholder-benefit
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21 hours ago, rakkor said:
I tried to claim shareholder OBC for my Februrary 2025 cruise in the app, that got me a pop-up saying come back in November you can only claim for cruises up to Dec 31st, so yes bending, but suggesting that there is a 3 month rule at the same time.
if you look on the Carnival Shareholder benefit page link
https://www.carnivalcorp.com/shareholder-information/shareholder-benefit
It does say The benefit is available on sailings through December 31, 2024.
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A very quick system using stockperks, 24hours from booking cruise to receiving notification obc had been applied to a Cunard Cruise.
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23 hours ago, Ladyshopper23 said:
I guess it must have changed again? Certainly people were showing copies of the new itinerary on their tv screens and also a printed out copy that stated Cadiz had moved to the end of the cruise rather than the beginning when they boarded on Saturday.
Iona is in Gibraltar today .
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On 1/1/2024 at 12:50 PM, Ladyshopper23 said:
I think most of the port stops have been pushed back by a day, and Cadiz has moved to the last port stop instead of the first.
I was supposed to be on this cruise. Sadly had to cancel due to emergency surgery, so am absolutely gutted. Looks like an amazing time was had by all from the photos I've seen in the groups I'm in related to this cruise.The first port stop is showing that Iona is berthed in Cadiz since leaving Southampton on Monday.
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29 minutes ago, Harters said:
According to Oceania's website they now use Tranquillity mattresses. Quite firm, I find them very comfortable.
In my post #9 I was referring to P&O Oceana when it was with the P&O Fleet.
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2 hours ago, mklions said:
Having sailed on many cruise lines , my wife and I have always found the mattresses on the beds in general extremely comfortable.
The premium lines tend to be slightly better than P&O but never the less we have always found P&O beds very comfortable also.
I am now in the market to replace our bed at home and wondered what mattresses the cruise lines use and can they be purchased in the UK.
Interested to hear what others think on cruise ship beds?
Sealy used to supply Cunard and P&O however Matermoll appear to be supplying P&O now with different types, like Elevation on Brittiana, Majestic on Iona. Even Oceana used to have Matermoll Majestic mattresses
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18 minutes ago, seacruise9 said:
Hi,
The single staterooms are very nice, but their prices vary and sometimes seem to be overpriced. Be sure to check the price compared to paying the single supplement for a standard outside or balcony stateroom. I had originally booked an inside stateroom, but I was upgraded to a Deck 2 single in 2016 and a Deck 3 single in 2017. These staterooms were new at the time. Most recently, I have been booking a sheltered balcony stateroom and paying the single supplement.
Chuck
Deck 4 4043 Stateroom Sheltered Balcony with shower curtain 😀
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20 hours ago, Hoveto said:
Considering booking one of the single cabins. There are two grades and I don’t know which is the best one to go for. Would appreciate any help. Thanks in anticipation.
Here are some pictures of Deck 3 Cabins Stateroom 3012 with 2 large Round Windows from the old Photo Gallery 1st Six pictures then Stateroom 2016 deck 2, with One Large Portrait Window From the old Casino Area . Depending on pricing sometimes it is better to go for a Normal Cabin for solo use. The Deck 3 Cabins are in my opinion are the nicest. for an Ocean View.
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Off Ventura and believe it or not half a sausage was served (Cut longways and placed on the plate) so it looked like a whole one on the plate at breakfast time in MDR.
Also the kitchen were unable to deliver soft poached eggs to the table.
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The Thread on Trip advisor, which has been going for over a year may be helpful. It seems presently that if you have travelled to Cuba before 12th Jan 2021 you should be ok for an ESTA .
see post 381 onwards may be useful
The link here for US Customs and Boarder Protection
The last Paragraph may prove helpful
"The U.S. Department of State designated Cuba as a State Sponsor of Terrorism (SST) on January 12, 2021.With limited exceptions, a traveler who is found to have visited Cuba on or after this date is not eligible for travel under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) using an Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) and must apply for a visa to travel to the United States. Additionally, a traveler who at the time of application for an ESTA holds dual nationality with both a VWP country and Cuba is not eligible for travel under the VWP using an ESTA and must apply for a visa to travel to the United States.
If an ESTA has already been approved and it is later determined that the traveler has been present in Cuba or holds dual nationality with both a VWP country and Cuba, the ESTA will be revoked. Ineligibility for an ESTA is not a bar to travel to the United States. Individuals who are not eligible to travel under the VWP may apply for a visa at any U.S. embassy or consulate."
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Just heard that NY Pilots are due to join QM2 for or before 10am. So looks like she will be on her way soon.
https://www.nyharborwebcam.com/
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Simon Calder often gets things wrong in my opinion. He incorrectly stated that if you have ever visited Cuba and wish to go to the USA you are unable to use an Esta and need a USA Visa. This turned out to be incorrect. Presently it is only if you have visited Cuba after 1st January 2021 you would need a USA Visa.
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38 minutes ago, jeanlyon said:
Yes agree, no reason at all why it shouldn't fly into Southampton. That's where the passengers expected to be, where their cars are et.
Southampton’s Runway has not been extended yet, The Airport can only accept small aircraft I think. Bournemouth would be the next Alternative with short coach journey to the port.
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More about the incident here
for those on facebook see
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Trains from Amsterdam Central to Rotterdam Central run through out the night, the walk back from Rotterdam Central over the Erasmus Bridge , is about 2km.
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QM2
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I see there is a diving support boat beside her in Valencia today.
Why would QM2 need a diving support boat? Is there underwater damage to investigate?
They had to check that the Bow thrusters doors were not damaged during the incident.
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5 hours ago, gsmt47471015 said:
We had cabin C101 at the front overlooking the bow and it was a full picture window , some people will not like been that far forward but it never bothers us.
Likewise C101 😀 Also no pubic access to deck outside.
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2 hours ago, zitsky said:
I get page not found.here is the text from the link
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In response to inaccurate reports about cruise operations in Amsterdam, Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) shares the following statement:
We are aware of the media reports about the future of cruise in Amsterdam. As the port has publicly stated, cruise ships have not been banned from Amsterdam. Furthermore, the port and Passenger Terminal Amsterdam have already pledged to undertake investments worth millions of Euros in port infrastructure and shoreside electricity for the long-term. There have been discussions on its relocation outside the city centre which started back in 2016 and which are still ongoing.
We are working with the authorities to accommodate the views expressed by Council members while continuing to support the communities that benefit from cruise tourism. Of the more than 21 million visitors that Amsterdam receives each year, around 1% arrive by cruise ship, with cruise tourism contributing around 105 million Euros to the city annually.
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PRESS RELEASE | JULY 21, 2023
CLIA Statement regarding incorrect reports about cruise operations in Amsterdam 21 July 2023In response to inaccurate reports about cruise operations in Amsterdam, Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) shares the following statement:
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2 hours ago, Britboys said:
Sadly, there is some truth to the official's statement. There seem to be a lot of cruise pax who just get off for a walk, buy some water and get back on for lunch. Not all by any means but a fair number...
Don't forget that the Ships have to pay Port fees and possibly going through the lock and Pilot fees plus the Amsterdam Authority impose an 8€ fee per passenger for 24hr stay. Their could be job loses if/when it closes. Plus Many passengers joining cruise ship departures in Amsterdam spend a night or two in the Hotels prior to sailing.
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18 hours ago, Host Jazzbeau said:
Why no mention of adding shore power capability to the Amsterdam port to solve the pollution issue? Many other ports are doing this, and most new cruise ships are built with shore power capability.
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“Cruise Port Amsterdam provides added value to the economy: through the spending of passengers, shipping companies and crew; the tourist tax and the creation of employment.
“Our unique terminal on the river IJ is just a stroll away from the historic Amsterdam City Center. Ideal for the independent traveller who can start exploring the city by foot. As well as strategically positioned to start an excursion to visit the famous Dutch highlights.”
A spokesperson for the Cruise Lines Industry Association said: “We are aware of the media reports about the future of cruise in Amsterdam. As the port has publicly stated, cruise ships have not been banned from Amsterdam.
“Furthermore, the port and Passenger Terminal Amsterdam have already pledged to undertake investments worth millions of euros in port infrastructure and shoreside electricity for the long-term.
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https://nycruise.com/manhattan-terminal/schedule-mct/
Aurora is shown at MCT (Manhattan Cruise terminal) 18/09/23 to 20/09/23
Brooklyn Cruise Terminal has the NYC Ferry which at Red Hook were you dock at Brooklyn Cruise Terminal , is only a minute walk away.
https://www.ferry.nyc/routes-and-schedules/
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1 hour ago, Britboys said:
Hope folks won't mind me initiating a bit of thread drift. Just wanted to say how efficient the process is at times. I emailed my proof of shareholding to the team in Southampton on Tuesday and got confirmation that it had been added yesterday. About half an hour later I received the amended invoice from my TA, the one many of us use...
Carnival UK shareholding Dept, Can Beat that, Booked yesterday through the online section of a well known TA at 3.30pm for a cruise in 90 days, received booking confirmation almost immediately, they obviously have good IT dept, at 3.45 pm emailed Carnival UK shareholders asking for shareholder benefit and at 5.30pm received email from them that it had been applied to my booking and that I should contact my TA for updated confirmation. Contacted my TA by email (Only way) and this morning had acknowledgement from them that the additional trip obc had been added and was showing in the add on section of My trip.
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London train to Southampton
in UK Cruisers
Posted · Edited by LifeonMars
Most South Western Railway Trains to Southampton Central will stop at Clapham Junction from Waterloo anyway.
Depending on which train you take you may have to change at Basingstoke
Clapham Junction will be easier as the Purley Train stops there.
Being A Sunday it is possible of Engineering works or even a Strike day or Overtime Ban.
Check on the National Rail Website Journey Planner nearer the date.
Avoid using The Southern service to Southampton Central due to the length of route/time they take.
https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/