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  1. Did you book the extra hotel night on your own or through Seabourn?
  2. For itineraries starting in Buenos Aires, one night hotel (plus airport to hotel transfer) is included prior to the charter flight to Ushuaia on the next morning. Are you saying that you arrived on the day of the inclusive hotel, in which case, yes, the transfer from EZE to hotel was supposed to be included? Or did you arrive an extra day earlier (so that you had to arrange for that extra night hotel stay), in which case did Seabourn still provide you with a transfer from EZE to your hotel (which may or may not be the inclusive hotel)? I'm thinking in that case you would have been on your own to get from EZE to your hotel.
  3. Another vote for stugeron (generic: cinnarizine), which works well without side effects for me. Not available in the US. I buy them in Asia or Europe.
  4. Seabourn terminated its contract with Tiffany last year.
  5. I have the same questions, and I would like to continue booking with my trusted agent.
  6. Normally, expedition voyages on the 2 expedition ships will "include cultural and hiking tours, as well as zodiac tours. The submersible and kayak will remain optional." I got the above answer regarding my particular Arctic voyage on the Venture this summer from Seabourn Guest Services. Just email them to enquire about your particular voyage. In general, excursions on non-expedition voyages (e.g. Mediterranean) on the expedition ships will not be included unless otherwise stated.
  7. Yes, if it is AUD, that particular price example, with the early bird special, is not out of line.
  8. I'm not an industry insider, but this strongly suggests to me that Seabourn has determined that it needs outside help filling cabins on their 2 expedition ships, because they can't sell enough cabins at high enough rates for sustainable profitability. Otherwise, why would SB enlist a 3rd party to help sell their own inventory? In this article: https://latteluxurynews.com/2024/01/19/apt-new-ships-in-2025/ The 14-day Arctic Explorer Small Ship Expedition Cruise Reykjavik Return explores the coastlines of Iceland and Greenland, giving an in-depth view of the landscapes and culture in this region. Prices start at $18,395 per person, twin share. Book by 30 April 2024 for an Early bird saving of up to $3,000 per couple. The starting per diem rate is higher than Seabourn's recent pricing. What's so special about APT that they can get their client base to pay a premium? And if their itineraries will be unique and thus not offered through Seabourn, Seabourn customers will have to book through APT at their elevated pricing. I guess I'll have to wait for APT to publish their voyage brochures to figure out how this will play out.
  9. Do you know which is the current champagne for the Retreat? If you try it for a day and like it (and the weather forecast for the rest of the voyage is good), you can always ask guest services about paying the difference for the full voyage Retreat acess (if that is being offered on your voyage, of course).
  10. When the weather is bad, the Retreat is no fun. During rough seas, it is also no fun. (The hot tub in the center becomes a Seabourn Waterfall. I have photos!)
  11. One thing to clarify: There is no "mini bar" on Seabourn, at least not like in hotel rooms with a variety of mini bottles. You can request 2 full sized bottles of alcohol initially, which can be replenished (with same or something else) upon request.
  12. They are nice enough to round up your allotment of bags, so that if your cruise is 4.5 weeks, you'll get 5 bags during your voyage. (Not sure if your cruise is 4 weeks plus 1 day, if they will still round up, but probably.) Also, no need to wait 7 days before submitting another bag. You can submit any or all your laundry bags at any time (but not on the last couple of days, obviously). The above information is from a few years ago, before I became eligible for unlimited laundry, but I doubt it has changed.
  13. I agree. The expedition ships are designed for expedition voyages - hence repositioning voyages on the 2 ships are priced much lower. For me, sea days and expedition ships are not compatible. I go on Venture and Pursuit for expedition voyages, and for other voyages with more sea days and non expedition-type ports, I go on the regular ships with more space, regular Seabourn entertainment and activity options, and more dining options.
  14. The info I got: QF301 dep HIR 8:00, arr SYD 13:10 While this is subject to change, obviously, I wouldn't count on having any time on 29th May to explore Honiara before the charter flight.
  15. just google "Hong Kong cruise schedule": https://www.cruisetimetables.com/hong-kong-china-cruise-ship-schedule.html https://www.kaitakcruiseterminal.com.hk/schedule/2025-2/ http://www.oceanterminal.com.hk/en/schedule.php?cid=1
  16. The information is from Seabourn's documentation department, which is usually the ultimate resource for visas and related paperwork. Next time you talk to Seabourn, you can tell them to get the answer from this department. Let me know what you find out!
  17. Below is the information provided by Seabourn yesterday for the particular voyage sailing on May 15, 2024: The following information is provided as a courtesy and specific to a national of the USA for voyage P435. Papua New Guinea - Yes, Visa Required - Guests will fill out a form on board and ship staff will submit it to the port agents in PNG. Micronesia - No Visa Required. Guam - No, Visa Required. Solomon Islands - No, Visa Required
  18. Thank you, and I couldn't agree with you more... Aside from specific logistics and questions that may require taking actions in advance, I would much rather discover on my own and have a sense of wonder with new experiences and explorations.
  19. Our stay at the George is at the start of our Arctic voyage, which includes a stay there plus transfer the next day to the airport for our chartered flight to Longyearbyen. Your voyage does not include a night's hotel and airport transfers. So, no, I don't think you'll be able to hitch a ride to your embarkation port; your voyage has nothing to do with airport transfers and does not coincide with the same date anyway. (If you are Diamond Elite, you'll of course get a free private transfer to the port, within the distance limit.)
  20. The exchange rate on the official Visa exchange rate calculator for 4th January is 1 USD = 964.486 ARS, assuming a 0% bank fee. This is very close to the dolar blue rate. (For 3rd Jan, the rate was 924.365.)
  21. Does the process still involve letting the street tout take you to an obscure office in a nearby building?
  22. The dolar blue is roughly 1000 vs. 800, or 25% better than the official rate on 4th January. https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.pagina12.com.ar/700969-dolar-blue-hoy-dolar-hoy-a-cuanto-cotizan-el-jueves-04-de-en
  23. Same on the Encore & Ovation. The Odyssey men's locker room also has a hamman in addition to the dry sauna.
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