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First time on O Regatta and sailed in a penthouse suite.  I thought the bathroom was small compared to NCL Haven suites.

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5 minutes ago, 1985rz1 said:

If you have normal clam-shell suitcases, did you try to fit them under the bed when opened?

We had a soft sided suitcase and supposed it could of fit under the bed opened, but it was no problem storing it in the closet.

5 hours ago, SteelCity Cruiser said:

Will be taking our first cruise with Oceania on Sirena, booked in a PH3 cabin, on the Istanbul to Athens itinerary later this month and I have a few logistical questions that I haven't been able to definitively answer from topic searches here or from the Oceania web site.

**Electrical outlets:  what is available in terms of 220v versus 110v (e.g. US vs Euro vs GB adapter requirements) and where are the different outlets located in the cabin (particularly, are there outlets by both sides of the bed).  Are there USB charging ports?

**WiFi quality: I know from experience that wifi availability on board a ship can be highly variable.  Anyone with experience in the Adriatic, and off-chance specifically this itinerary, with any observations on what to expect with the on-board wifi?

**Storage in cabin:  is there enough room under the bed to store a couple of 27" soft-sided suitcases?  If not, what alternatives are there for luggage storage?  Also, what is the drawer/closet storage availability. Suitcase didn't fit under bed.  We stored it in the closet.

**On other ships we've been able to use magnetic hooks on the walls to hang miscellaneous hats, windbreakers, etc.  Will we be able to use them on Sirena or do we leave them home this trip?

We couldn't use our magnetic hooks on the Regatta-PH2. 

**Is bottled water available during excursions or should we bring our own, refillable bottles?

**The last two lines we were on had TV feeds along with very useful phone aps that we could reference during the cruise for information on dining/menus, events on board and so on.  Does Oceania have anything similar to that? 

 

Thanks in advance for any help you can provide.

 

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With the PH cabin we got the blue tote bag.  Near the end of the cruise we received the blue pins and a gift box with 2 luggage tags. I wasn't expecting these gifts. One of the passengers didn't want their blue messenger bag that they received at the bronze level and gave it to me.  

Just got off the Regatta and I thought the cookies were good, especially the peanut butter ones.  Our morning routine was to stop by Baristas to have a latte or cappuccino and grab a pastry or cookie. 

Currently sailing on the Regatta in a PH suite.  No Bvlgari gift set.  They do replenish the bottles dailly so you can take some home.

3 hours ago, Queen of DaNile said:

Filet mignon with gorgonzola

Took your advice.  Was very good.

Dining in Toscana tonight.  Any recommendations?

2 minutes ago, Snaefell3 said:

Datum:  Mar '24, LA Pier 92, Regatta

• All classes were seated in same room, waiting for boarding to begin at 11:00.

• Top suites were escorted aboard

• Then penthouses were escorted aboard

• Then concierge verandas were boarded without escort

• Then steerage 😉 were boarded

 

I've heard that other sailings in LA ran the four categories in parallel instead of one after the other.

 

YMWV

They boarded the same way on September 20th.

Suite cabins were ready by 1pm.

44 minutes ago, LHT28 said:

When we logged in  for our boarding passes  they have time slots you could pick

Not sure if  it makes any difference 

Usually top suites will board  about 11 am 

 Cabins may not be ready for other categories until later

Just as long as you are onboard   at least  1 hr from sailing time 🙂

 

@Sthrngary  I'm on my first O cruise sailing for 7 days on the Regatta.  So far it's been wonderful.  Food is ready good,  tonight we will be in Polo Grill.  I'm sure you will a great cruise.

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15 minutes ago, FetaCheese said:

Tender port Sitka.  Yes, tickets required, must go to Regatta lounge (showroom).  Early shorex departures 1st.  

 

For independent, get tickets, then wait to be called by #.

 

Later, open tendering, just go to tender platform, no tickets.

 

See my earlier post re: tender platform.  Used ship lifeboats.

 

No sure if suites have priority.

 

Thanks. 

@FetaCheese  How does tendering work?  Do you need to get a ticket ahead of time?  Do suites get priority? 

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2 minutes ago, basor said:

not sure about cartons or cans but can order fresh from room service at any time and keep in your fridge

Thanks.  Just want a glass or two to make mimosas. 

@FetaCheese  Can you get orange juice (cartons or cans) for the fridge?  What category is your cabin photos?

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