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Cruising Mediterranean 12 days next August and enquired about bev pak and was quoted 'red hot' A$824ea and non alcoholic pak A$489ea. Be surprised if RC will win cruisers this way, hope they chill and review their bev pack before we sail. Other cruise lines definately spoil you for choice.

Cabin 7584 clear view or obstructed thought was unobstructed but now reading looks like the top of tenders are in view. Any other distractions nearby.

Thank you all very much for sharing info which we found helpful .

In Papeete for the day, Are there tour operators, rental car offices or tourist info near to port. Tks

Another dress code question, what is the appropiate wear for afternoon high tea? Any tips appreciated.

Appreciate your replies thank you.

beachbum53 another option, thank you

Cruisin' Chick thanks for replying. We also have used different ways of exploring ports including the cruise excursions, appreciate your thoughts.

Thank you for your suggestions. Am using and will continue to use our ships roll call but there seems to be a limited audience.

Celebrity has a very strict "no solicitation" policy:

 

 

 

So even posting a note on your door, or cold-calling fellow passengers from your roll call at a meet and greet in the presence of the ship's officers, could be big trouble. Safe to say that advertising your competitive service on the ship's whiteboard which is usually right near the shore excursions desk is a non-starter.

Appreciate your reply, duly noted. Thank you.

Is it possible to place a notice on the community noticeboard to try to fill a share tour or is this not allowed.

There are many different private tour operators, but they are not lined up at the port looking for business. For the most part, other than HOHO type tours, you need to arrange in advance.

Euro cruiser thank you very much for this info, it will help in our planning when not knowing what to expect.

Same info as when you poste this two hours prior:

 

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2027553

Just wondering if these ports are similar to Alaskan and Pacific Island cruise ports where there you can choose tour operators at the port. Arriving September.

Are these ports similar to Alaskan and Pacific Island cruises where there are a selection of tour operators to choose from. Visiting in Sept but finding it a challenge to join tours.

teecee46 what a great summary thank you for sharing your ideas and experiences it will be helpful to all :)