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It’s our understanding that her existing contract ends April 22/24. That doesn’t necessarily mean she leaves the ship that day, as unforeseen circumstances could arise that might extend the time needed to have her at the helm.
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We use Flights by Celebrity all the time, to Ft Lauderdale leaving through Toronto or Detroit. We live in London, Ontario. We’ve never really found a major difference in pricing vs the actual airline, but we have had 2 instances where prices had declined since our original booking, and as there are no fees to make changes prior to final payment, we were able to take advantage. One of the difficulties we have had personally is when we fly with Westjet. We can book the seats on line prior to final payment when we book with Air Canada, but we have to have the Flights by Celebrity agent book the seats prior to final payment, when we book with Westjet. We have traditionally flown first class to Ft Lauderdale from Toronto or Detroit. One of the advantages of booking Westjet from Toronto is, they have no first class section. Their “front of the plane” section is actually considered Premium Economy and as such, is more attractively priced vs Air Canada’s First Class. Just an option. Randy
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There’s no guarantee on any of the comments here, but often times, the Captains operate on a 3 months on and 3 months off rotation, The fact that Captain Kate was on vacation over the Christmas holiday period would suggest there is a really good chance she will be at the helm in April 2024. The February/March sailings may also be in play depending on the start date of her current vacation.
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Silhouette charged my Canadian Credit card in error
Schmoe38 replied to drakes2's topic in Celebrity Cruises
This is definitely a Celebrity issue. The charge would have been levied at the “sell” US currency rate to the client and then the correction would have been levied at the “buy” US currency from the client. There is a spread in those 2 exchange rates, the sell being the higher. As this charge was done in error by Celebrity, they owe you the $$ difference on the charge amount times the difference in the two exchange rates. I know the principle of the matter is on your side. Just remember, your time and effort is worth something, probably more than the dollar amount involved and the principle, but I get it. Good Luck Randy -
Captain is George Iatrou Cruise Director is Mike Gibbons
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Will be on the Silhouette from November 6 til 16th
Schmoe38 replied to aml3679's topic in Celebrity Cruises
Thank you so much. Randy -
Will be on the Silhouette from November 6 til 16th
Schmoe38 replied to aml3679's topic in Celebrity Cruises
If you get a chance, when you are in Luminae, could you see if the maitre d’ greeting you at the entrance is Laurence? She was on Silhouette in March of 2022 and we had heard rumours that she was currently on board. Thanks so much. Randy -
Will be on the Silhouette from November 6 til 16th
Schmoe38 replied to aml3679's topic in Celebrity Cruises
Can you tell us the name of the Maître’d in Luminae? Have you had the same server each time you have gone into Luminae? Did you catch their name(s)? Randy -
Liveish trip report - Celebrity Silhouette - 11.10.23
Schmoe38 replied to rwright261's topic in Celebrity Cruises
Would you have time to make a quick stop at the World Class Bar? We are on Silhouette in November of this year and I am curious to know if Zacapa 23 rum is on board. If it’s on the ship, it might also be in the duty free liquor store on board. If that’s easier for you, the staff there could tell you if it is being served in the bars for fellow cruisers. Thank you so much. Randy -
Liveish trip report - Celebrity Silhouette - 11.10.23
Schmoe38 replied to rwright261's topic in Celebrity Cruises
If you get a chance, try a beer in Craft Social through the Bottoms Up method. I believe Heineken is the only beer option, but the glass is filled from the bottom, not the top as with traditional draught taps. I have to admit that Heineken in a bottle is not my favourite. It tastes so much better with the Bottoms Up option. Randy -
If I recall correctly, the request for questions came out originally in an email format. Shortly thereafter, a second email came out indicating there had been an issue with the original submissions and could we kindly re-submit.
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Posts #25 and 30, (from those currently on board), are advising that Steamers and Planks seem to be showing signs of life. Randy
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Here is a posting outlining the casual dining options available on Princess ships. See Post #1 on Page 1.
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Wonderful. Thanks so much.