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I like to wait a day or two before pulling the trigger if I decide to upgrade my drinks package. Probably on the first full day or soon thereafter there will be the Captain’s welcome party and an open bar. Also, there are events early in the cruise for repeaters. Both of these are free drink opportunities. Also, I believe embarkation day is counted as a full day for the drinks package, although you might not get on board until the afternoon.

They compare favorably to the bathrooms on EU river cruises! I’ve done Emerald and Uniworld and I’ll bet the river boat bathrooms are MUCH smaller. Had a blast on the EU river cruises, and had a blast on Sirena! Enjoy your cruise!

O has been my favorite cruiseline (until recently?). I’ve been on 3 O cruises and have several more booked. My only Regent cruise so far (Mariner) was OVER THE TOP fabulous in every way, but you pay for that. On my budget, I’d rather arrange private tours which until recently was not bundled into the price of Oceania fares. Also, I can save some money on O by bringing onboard wine and spirits to consume in my stateroom or pay a corkage fee to drink wine with a meal. Along w a cocktail at HH and I’m all set. I was booked on your ill-fated itinerary but canceled early to instead vacation in August with friends. Lucky me. I’m not happy how O handled things, to say the least. Those same friends were booked on Regent for a Holylands cruise, and they were shafted by Regent as well. They canceled and were not happy they were only offered 25% FCC. So, am searching for a new home - just not sure I can afford to cruise solo on Regent. Am hoping to find a companionable female to share costs since hubby no longer wishes to travel. I’m looking forward to my next Regent cruise on Voyager in February! Enjoy your cruise!

No, that means you and your traveling companion are the “best in the bar!”🙃

This is the point. This was handled so poorly. In the end, the company will probably be providing FCC, and/or refunds to many or most of the dissatisfied passengers, at least I hope they do. However, it will be much harder to erase the bad will they created.

??? Not sure to what your comment refers…..?

Then I think you would pay the “all-inclusive fare” plus the “all-inclusive cruise only fare”. Basically you only pay for airfare once, but double the room charge. It would be good to work w a knowledgeable TA.

Here is the link to Regent itineraries with a reduced single supplement, as low as 0%. Ranges from 60% to 0%. https://www.rssc.com/specials/single-supplement-special-us Regent does a GREAT JOB with solo travelers! Pre-dinner cocktails every night, and interested solos can then have dinner together if they don’t have other plans. Lots of interaction with crew and staff! I had A BLAST! Booked again in February, can’t wait!

Without needing to go back and read all the posts in this thread, could somebody remind me if this noise issue is primarily on the new build Vista? I avoid the new ships anyway because they are more expensive, and the older flotilla is good enough for me.

Its the same wine/beer that is currently available under the standard beverage package. Wine is served by the glass. Probably includes a discount if you buy a bottle of wine. Only difference is bundling/marketing under “Simply More.”

You make a good point!

I am glad that you are very happy with your itinerary. Many other people have posted that they were not happy w their flights. I’m glad it worked out for you. The smart money deviates at a very early date. Nothing snarky about that.

Mdina is SO INCREDIBLE! Rich history, interesting church(es). I would love to go back.

Thank you so much. Can you share names and contact information of the private guides? I have a cruise booked in April 2025. Arigato!

My father always did this! Great idea. As for me, I wrap a colorful (sturdy) scarf around the handles.

Might have just gotten a “credit” that has to be used before a certain time period……

Thx for your update! I wonder how difficult it will be to book speakers to travel through the Suez Canal and the Red Sea.

My friends were booked on a Regent cruise with stops in Israel that was scheduled to embark mid October, shortly after things “kicked off.” Last I heard, no refund no FCC.

Everyone will tell you there is no effective or enforced limit on bringing alcohol onboard. Given that any alcohol you bring onboard either is consumed in your stateroom, or you have the option to pay a $25(?) corkage fee in a restaurant to imbibe your wine w your meal. Enjoy your cruise!

GREAT! Thx for sharing!

Arigato gozaimasu.

Based on what? Not that USAToday article? One couple featured in the article got a full refund. Who has stated they recently received an offer of an FCC? Please provide source and a link. People affected will want to be able to follow up on this information. They will thank you.

We loved the cathedral in Mallorca, and we enjoyed tapas and Rioja before returning onboard. 😀

Ok, my words are coming back. All the bluster-words from outraged pax who don’t like their revised ME itinerary, I get they’re upset, but they only have half a “leg to stand on.” Shudda known better. But now, add O’s poor business practices/policies, no quality control at O nor self-respect! Thinking twice now!

WOW! That’s all I can say.