BklynBoy8

We always look forward to a upcoming sailing and will we see a notice within a month or two before surprising us like in the past.

I know we always ok if we would like to accept an upgrade and we do.

We know our loyalty points and decades of sailing with the same line does help. 

44 minutes ago, Chirphy6438 said:

Just wondering if the likely hood of getting an cabin upgrade is better when there are a lot of unsold cabins? I put a bid in on several unsold upgrade cabins awhile ago and mine still show "Pending".  Our sailing isn't until Beginning of May so I know there's still time for those to sell but just wondering if anyone has experience with this.

They maybe waiting to see if they can be sold.

Also they may also offer those cabins to those with loyalty points and status as our cruise line does.

54 minutes ago, babs135 said:

A pound here and a pound there soon adds up and if they increase the 15% on drinks that could be the final nail in the coffin for attracting new cruisers. Maybe I'm being overdramatic but I'm sure you get my drift.

I can't believe that I saw in the past another cruise line raising their 15% to 18%.

WOW!

2 hours ago, NE John said:

I’ve never seen it open on a TA. And we’ve taken only summertime TA’s. 
But I wasn’t up there everyday too. 

We've always saw it open on Caribbean voyages. And enjoyed it's open air dining.

17 hours ago, D&N said:

Approaching the subject with a balanced view and taking into account different tipping customs in USA, UK and France, I think it's quite realistic for us.

The cabin is serviced more frequently than we really need, and the steward/stewardess is usually very helpful in replacing water, biscuits etc, and taking/retrieving stuff from laundry.

We don't use buffets or speciality restaurants so have 14 served breakfasts and dinners and 12 lunches in 14 days. There are always two waiters and several others topping up water and rolls etc in passing as we eat.

It roughly equates to what we would tip if we stayed in a hotel and ate all those meals in restaurants. It may be more noticeable as a total charge at end of trip. In other scenarios it would be given in small amounts directly to members of staff over the fortnight.

Ditto!

We agree totally with D&N statement....

After sailing so many decades, we are thankful for all the hard work for all those from boarding at the gangway to "Goodbyes" leaving, we appreciate their care and concern for us.

We truly appreciate even those not caring but in passing in the hallways the family we have while on board greeting us.

We agree appreciation is appreciated by the staff with their dedicated service is recognized.

We do at times also recognize that exceptional service with a gratuity at the completion of the sailing.

IMHO...it's up to the individual passengers sailings to judge their recognition of service received and what action they believe should be done.

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48 minutes ago, Jim_Iain said:

 

Of course -- when you are a small eater you must prioritize things.   Do they have ice cream somewhere on the ship besides the restaurants.

Kings Court or Carinthia Lounge

we found once as a dessert 

Welcome to Cunard !

You will  enjoy the experience of being a Cunarder and on board the QM2.

We too enjoyed the Princess Grill and hope to be in it again in  2025.

We have been sailing Cunard since the last 80's and continue to look forward to each voyage.

Do not be worried about adapting to your sailing, make it as comfortable as you wish.  

We enjoy each crew member we meet each time and appreciate their care and concern of our needs.

On 2/1/2024 at 11:47 AM, TowandaUK said:

I worked on a hospital ward for many years. There were multiple occasions when norovirus was rife on the ward, it is very contagious. I never once caught it. Sanitizers cannot be relied on, but regular washing hands is the way to go. Always a good idea to carry hand cream as if you are washing properly and often your hands will get very dry and sore. 

Thank you from one health care provider to another.

I like to use the 30 second method in public washing hands the way we were taught. Rotating and fingers into fingers washing.

And carrying paper towels to open and handle door handles..

Useless washing if you will grab for the handle afterwards.

1 hour ago, bhamsatch said:

Hello,

 

We will need to take a taxi from Havensight to Crown Bay.  Two questions:

 

1  How far a walk is it from the ship to the taxis?

2. How long a taxi ride is it to Crown Bay?

 

Thanks so much for your help!

Chris

Given traffic conditions during the day about 15 minutes.

They will take Veterans Drive - Waterfront HWY....

32 minutes ago, WantedOnVoyage said:

Strictly FYI only

 

https://www.foxbusiness.com/lifestyle/over-100-cruise-passengers-sickened-after-gastrointestinal-illness-outbreak

 

Let's hope the report is more up-to-date than the accompanying photos...

This is typical Noro Season...

11 hours ago, DeirdreTours said:

Embarking on the Queen Victoria February 7.  My husband uses bottle water to prepare a daily nasal rinse.  

I too on two past voyages had to use bottled water for nasal rinses for medical reasons.

IMHO......I had no problems what so ever. I carefully handled the bottles. I kept  them in the refrig.

When ready to use, took it out and mixed it. Warmed it by running the base of the Neil Med bottle carefully under the warm water in the sink. Or warm water in a glass.

Good Sailing.

21 hours ago, ldubs said:

 

Any loud argument at a nearby table would be bothersome.  Otherwise, I wouldn't pay any attention.  

Idubs

Didn't bother us just noticeable.

Anyone wants to raise voice for fun, no problem.  Suppose to have fun.

But strong points can lead to escalation and disturbance.

On several sailings ago, WOW disturbance half the Princess Grill away table of 4 sounded like a table of 10.

Best to enjoy with a deaf ear and enjoy your company.

We had an experience with the weather and conditions of the ocean on a Caribbean Cruise on the QE2.

It latest for about 5-6 hours and interesting to experience how all dealt with it on board.

4 hours ago, K32682 said:

I'm not an American. When on a cruise I am on vacation. I have little or no interest in being subjected to a tedious discussion on the American political situation. Please keep them off the dinner table.

 

I'd also appreciate if you didn't discuss race, gun control, religion, reproductive rights, immigration and other subjects on which Americans often strongly. I feel strongly about them too and might be tempted to square off. 

Agree With You....

When we go cruising or a land based vacation, we enjoy each other's company. But with conversation, we try to keep news from off the ship stand off the ship unless it pertains to the vacation.

We like to talk about the entertainment, the shore excursions we anticipate or have gone on and of course the cuisines we try.

Yes, there are times when off the ship news comes on, we will monitor it and keep up the latest. But talk a little about it. Self control is so important to keep the atmosphere at the table or other locations.

Our may goal is to remember why we all wanted to go together and enjoy talking about it afterwards.

We have unfortunately expected those that can interfere on a nearby table and does not even realize how there conversation bother others.   

Hi FritzG,

Forgot to share another change to the BC Cabins on Deck 13.

The balcony doors does not open out (swing), these particular cabins have a sliding door instead.

Attached is a photo that will show you the door. You will see it slides on track.

Other BC's on 12 still have the original installed swing doors out.

We liked the change and wish they changed the other doors on the ship.

Hope will help with you DH walking.

6 minutes ago, NE John said:

As a former Brooklynite, follow whatever @BklynBoy8 recommends!  He is one of the most helpful and genuine posters on CC. I also echo his recommendation to stay in Downtown Brooklyn, the Marriott in downtown Brooklyn is a good option and very close to the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal. The traffic from the Greenpoint area of Brooklyn to the Terminal can add an extra 1/2 hour of time and car service fare needlessly. 

Hi John,

Thank you for 5 star rating of my assistance.

Sounds like FritzG has experience btw Princess and Cunard to where they feel comfortable to stay. Williamsburg/Greenpoint is up and coming and not like the old days.

So hope you are sailing soon. We have to wait till 2025 in March for the next time boarding the Queen. Will miss in 2024. 416 days to go......

11 minutes ago, FritzG said:

but dh has some mobility issues, and the tub/shower is so deep that he can no longer get into it safely.  The stall shower with a glass door will be perfect.  

My wife also liked the Shower Door too. We had the PG two times ago and we know what you mean about the tub.

4 minutes ago, FritzG said:

Thanks for the info.  The cabin sounds excellent.  I'll have my travel agent book it tomorrow.  Also, thanks for previous info you've given me about where to stay in Brooklyn.  We stayed at the Wythe Hotel last August, and we'll definitely be staying there again this year.  

FritzG,

You are entirely welcome. Pls, Pls, Pls enjoy yourselves.

If you don't mind, when is your sailing taking place?

Interestingly you prefer to stay in Greenpoint and not closer to the terminal.

If you need any other info, feel free to ask me or others on board.

May the wind be at your back......................

3 hours ago, FritzG said:

Any comments on brittania club cabin 13010?  I have 24 hrs. to decide if we want to book it or go on the waitlist for a different club cabin. Thanks. 

Hello FritzG,

We sailed on the QM2 in 2017 and occupied Cabin 13002, 4 cabins away from you intended cabin.

We found it very nice as it was just added in the 2016 Refit the previous year. Of course it looks newer than any of the other Brit Club cabins on Deck 12. Added was newer looking bathroom cabinets, Shower has actually a Shower Door with the others have curtains.

Not sure the view. We of course were almost right in front the Left Side Bridge Wing. We saw all the operations on the Bridge which was interesting.

The new observation walkway is above the cabins but never bothered us in the cabin.

Of course the Dining Room for the Brit Club is at the far end of the ship by Elevator/Stairway D and 11 deck downs on Deck 2, can be a hike. Of course will help walking off meals. You do get as you should be aware an assigned the same table for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Dinner is from 630 to 9PM. This was one of the attraction for us. We have sailed about 6 times there except for one which we were upgraded to Princess.

In the Dining Room you will also be presented an additional A La Carte menu besides the usual menu. We found it to be an interest to switch off from the other menu. Actually pretty much. And of course you be treated to quite a number of Flambe's desserts. We did once have a Flambe entree courtesy of the Dining Room Captain.

So it's up to choice if you book. 

When the terminal is located in an industrial area, Sunday can a quite day.

32 minutes ago, clo said:

Oh praise be 🙂 !!!!!! Eating local food is one of my very favorite things to do. On the ship and especially in ports. Give your daughter my congratulations.

We enjoy the Greenhouse in St Tom and Martin with the same menus.

Learn of it from the crew members we know on board.

Great Local food like Conch.....