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Nah, If We are going to pay a 15% service charge will go to the bar and have them serve it . Did not realize or intend this would be such a drawn out situation. I am done with this topic have fun everyone  🙂

Yes I can get( 3 ) of the airline size  bottles like in the mini bar for  less than 7.74 at the liquor store. If you think the mini bar prices are good have at it  🙂

Just got an offer on our november cruise that Windstar is promoting an all inclusive offer per person  .So....

On our upcoming cruise panama /costa rica , prices are sometimes double what an independent tour company charges.   While it is always a slight risk getting other tours , due diligence should prevail . We really like windstar but Seldom take any of their overpriced tours.

Do your homework folks...Better prices and deals are out there .

Sorry for your cruise not  going the way it was expected. I do think if that is ALL they offered you for compensation that is inadequate. I do realize safety and they do not control the weather. But they charge port charges I would guess which should be returned to you. $ 50 dollars onboard credit at their prices certainly is a joke and I certainly would write Windstar a letter! Good luck  🙂

Correct CFM ... The service charge of 15%  on the mini bar is in my opinion  not warranted ! If someone serves me I guess that is the normal charge.

So I guess go to the bar, order what you want for the same price and get it in a  glass for the same price is more appropriate to me .

Adding a $1.04 service charge.. and we do the work really is not a bargain  and it results to the same price is questionable at best.

I think windstar needs to lower their price for the mini bar.  That is about 3X more than you could buy the same thing off the ship . Just sayin  🙂

Thank you minidonuts 85 for your mini bar picture.No real savings from  the bar...Just a convenience.

Thanks to all for your responses. If they only take 8 people at a time is going to take quite a while to get off the ship. If you have independent tours scheduled like we do it maybe a concern.

We have several wet landings on our upcoming cruise. My question is how many folks generally are in a zodiac during a wet landing at a time ?

Thanks Folks for the reply. Our trip is a panama canal trip as well so I think we will shoot for 8:30 am. Thanks

Generally what is the latest you can get off and disembark? Prefer to stay on board until our taxi comes so we do not end up at our hotel too early too check in.?

Thanks Strenz...We are doing the panama canal and costa rica cruise in november  . Should be fun  🙂

on our trip on the star pride without notice  🙂 . We had an ocean suite and now have been upgraded to a french balcony. No price difference. Anyone  had a French balcony cabin on the star pride ? If so how did you like it?

Turtles Appreciate the post . I will check out the cdc link  🙂

Thanks BillB48...Mainly concerned on the Pacific side of Costa rica as our cruise has 6 days there. We have booked 3 guides to take us into the  parks and jungles to view wild life.

Appreciate your response.

What would folks recommend for Mosquito repellent as we will be taking a couple of jungle type tours in Costa Rica ? Anyone been in this area in the end of November and were bugs/mosquitos a real  issue?

Thanks elklemi for the information.  🙂

Thanks Misty... With no savings really might as well to go to the bar and have them fix your beverage. I would have thought it would have been cheaper !

Thanks... just curious as we have never taken any liquor out  of the mini fridge. We usually have them clear it out so we have more room to put other things. But we thought we might give it a shot this time to have a beverage in our room.

so  no one knows the prices of the liquor in the mini bar ?

Anyone know the prices for the liquor in the mini fridge ? 

Very good...Thanks for your response  🙂

Sorry Carolfay,

Things were cool and and you unfortunately had lots of rain . We will be on our cruise to Panama and Costa Rica on deck 4 nov 27th  but nearer the front of the ship.. Was your room in good condition  overall? We are not to picky as long as things are clean ETC.

So you thought the food was pretty good overall and did you go to Candles?  Was it the typical two person Entertainment with maybe a local group coming on for one visit?  Thanks again   🙂

1 minute ago, Carolfay said:

I've just returned from 10 days on the Star Pride and had a very enjoyable time.  Rough seas and a disturbing storm forecast forced cancellation of three of our ports (Shetland Islands, Orkney Islands and Faroe Islands), but most of us on board appeared to feel that the prudent decision was made.

 

As for the ship itself, there are plenty of scratches, chips and dings visible.  Overall, the Pride looks as if she could use a facelift; presumably, when the "stretch" takes place next year, some of these other issues will be addressed.  My impression was that things were clean and well maintained, and I wasn't bothered by what seemed primarily to be cosmetic matters.

 

The crew and staff were uniformly outstanding: a "can do" attitude, warm smiles and good service.  Since we had some unforeseen time at sea, the entertainment started to get a little thin, but I ate well, met an interesting mix of people and saw some great scenery.  I'd be happy to respond to any questions, though I'm not a veteran cruiser and can't offer expert opinions.

Thanks for the report Carolfay... How  was.. and what room did you have?  Did you get to use the water platform on the back of the boat? Was the ship full? Were alcoholic drink prices about $10 dollars generally speaking including tip? Thanks so much in advance for your response....

Ok Folks I got this from Windstar on Laundry

WASHABLE ITEMS ONLY
MEN CT EACH AMOUNT Sport Shirt  3.75 Dress Shirt  4.75 Handkerchief  1.00 Socks, pair  1.80 Pajamas  5.00 Pajamas, silk  5.50 Sweatshirt  4.30 Undershirt/T-shirt  1.80 Undershorts  1.80 Bermuda Shorts  3.75 Sweater  4.75 Vest  2.80 Slacks/Jeans  5.50 Suit  7.00 Jacket  5.50 Swimsuit  3.25
TOTAL $
WOMEN CT EACH AMOUNT Blouse  3.75 Blouse, silk  4.75 Skirt  4.75 Slacks/Jeans  4.25 Bras  1.75 Panties  1.75 Sweatshirt  4.30 Handkerchief  1.00 Dress  7.50 Pajamas  5.00 Pajamas, silk  5.50 Bermuda Shorts  3.75 Socks, pair  1.80 Swimsuit, Bikini  3.25 Sweater  4.75
TOTAL $
Special Instructions Special Instructions
PRESSING SERVICE
MEN CT EACH AMOUNT Sport Shirt  Dress Shirt  1.75 Undershirt/T-shirt  .60 Undershorts  .60 Bermuda Shorts  Vest  .90 Slacks/Jeans  Suit  2.25 Jacket  1.75
TOTAL $ Special Instructions Special Instructions
WOMEN CT EACH AMOUNT Blouse  Blouse, silk  1.75 Skirt  1.75 Slacks/Jeans  Undershirt/T-shirt  .60 Dress  2.25 Bermuda Shorts  
TOTAL $
In case of loss or damage, liability is limited to ten times the price charged for laundering of said article. Not responsible for shrinkable, fastness of colors, zippers or for articles left in clothing. Unless itemized list is sent with LAUNDRY, our count must be accepted as correct. Any claims must be accompanied by this list and must be made within 36 hours.
SORRY, DRY CLEANING IS NOT AVAILABLE.
GRAND TOTAL $