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We booked a 7 day Eastern Caribbean trip on MSC Seaside a few months ago. Since then, all I’ve heard from CC as well as my TA what a nightmare it is to call MSC and get somebody on the phone to help them. I’m sure people have had that experience but I thought you’d like to hear a positive report for a change. I called yesterday afternoon to upgrade my “ Drinks on us” package to the Ultimate drink package. I anticipated a horror show of a lengthy wait and to my surprise, my call was answered within 1 min of calling. I spoke with Michael who was very helpful and had my upgrade done in about 5 mins. It was a great experience. Now looking forward to our cruise on 9/29 and putting our drink package to good use.

 

 

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What was the cost to upgrade, if you don't mind my asking?

Has anyone taken a ferry from Philipsburg, St. Maarten to St. Bart's...and are they readily available at the port?

I decided to stay in Orlando the 17th and take early flight out to San Juan on the 18th.

I decided to stay in Orlando the 17th and take early flight out to San Juan on the 18th.

I'd like to know when the miramar canceld you too as they JUST emailed me saying they were up and running (as she did when I called as well) and would be in Dec. I was ABOUT to go book them :(

I called them this morning. They told me I was cancelled and even got a cancellation number from them.

I'd like to know when the miramar canceld you too as they JUST emailed me saying they were up and running (as she did when I called as well) and would be in Dec. I was ABOUT to go book them :(

I called them this morning. They told me I was cancelled and even got a cancellation number from them.

I just made my weekly call to Courtyard San Juan Miramar.

They cancelled our reservation for 11/17. No explanation, no notification...

I just made my weekly call to Courtyard San Juan Miramar.

They cancelled our reservation for 11/17. No explanation, no notification...

Has anyone stayed at the Courtyard San Juan Miramar post hurricane? We have reservations there coming up and have been hearing stories of other hotels turning people away, even though they had called and confirmed reservations before traveling.

OP is sailing this Sunday.

 

Too late to order from the various online sources suggested.

Check AAA. They have many travel gizmos at the office . Even if you're not a member you can make a purchase.

Guest Attire

Q: Did HAL change their dress code?

A: Yes, some refinements were made to improve consistency and the policy now reads:

Most evenings smart casual attire is appropriate. Shorts, pool/beachwear, distressed jeans and men’s tank tops are best left to the daytime and are not permitted in fine dining restaurants.

Gala Nights evoke the grand traditions of cruising as guests dress to impress for special events on board, including our five-course gourmet dinner in the Dining Room. For gentlemen, collared shirts and slacks are required in all fine dining restaurants.

Q: Why the change from “Formal” To “Gala” night?

A: To many, the “Formal” term was misleading as it implies a specific type of dress (black tie or tuxedo) that has never been a requirement. “Gala” still implies festive or dressy without misleading guests to bring attire the majority of guests don’t wear.

Q: What about ladies’ gala attire?

A: Dressy attire is appropriate. Dresses, skirts, and slacks are all acceptable.

Q: Are a jacket and tie required for men?

A: Jacket and tie is the preferred attire in all fine dining restaurants on Gala Nights, though it is not required. Guests without a jacket and tie were allowed in the fine dining restaurants before the new wording so this is not a policy change.

Q: Are jeans allowed?

A: Jeans without holes, tears or embroidery are welcome on most evenings in all restaurants, but on Gala Nights jeans are only allowed in the casual dining restaurants.

Q: Can I wear shorts in the main dining room?

A: Not at dinner. The dining room is considered a fine dining restaurant and shorts are not permitted.

Q: Is the dress code the same on Grand Voyages?

A: Yes. The policy applies to all Holland America Line voyages.

Hi, My wife and I will be on the Reflection in a couple of weeks. She would like to know if they have any "theme nights" on this cruise?