Stanza

What about travel insurance, what is recommended and what is the type of cover we would need as I am not concern too much about theft since we do not plan on taking any jewellery or 4 ipads?

 

Just basic cover for health or injuries or if we need to visit the onboard medical facilities

 

Ideally I would like an answer from local Aussies who use and take travel insurance

 

PEACE

Kosti

I am intending to get SCTI (southern Cross Travel Insurance) insurance.. has good reviews for both buying and claiming, and Ive checked they do cover cruising.. price is pretty reasonable for me for the 3 weeks im away.. not sure of their family packages though sorry

Be aware that Medicare stops the instant the ship leaves Sydney, Im not sure if we are covered via medicare for the day stops in Brisbane or Darwin...

Well I just read you are not allowed to bring power boards which is a real shame since there is a number of items I would need to charge up with 6 people in a cabin since there are only possibly two outlets in the room for powering items

 

Snap! :mad:

Hi I have taken A BELKIN Surge Protector multiplug a few times. It has a rotating plug to fit into an adaptor to the US socket taking into account the positioning of the plug and then a couple of sockets for AUS and NZ style plugs on the top, as well as a USB port. Because it has no cord, it is fine to take.

I got it at J B Hifi or similar.

Another option if most of your devices will charge off a USB port, is to buy a multi port USB charger plug so you can use one socket to charge 3 or 4 things..

Hi.

I did a passenger change for my last cruise on RCCL. Cost 50 usd to change person. We did a couple of months out based on us setting our own 'can you come' deadline but I think can be done until tickets are issued at least with no problems. If hubby can't come then shouldn't be a prob to add someone else if you want too

Hi.

Re tipping. If you doing cruise that's returning to Australia then tipping at end in aud is fine but if doing one that is repositioning to Asia then prop a usd tip is better. I always pre pay cos do my time dining and then usually only tip my room steward extra cos I don't live in any bar specifically.

RC have a meet and mingle you can sign up for via CC. they are just a get together with a few prizes and gifts and some drinks/ nibbles.

I travel solo typically. I've found that being active in my roll call really helps. My last cruise we organised a pre cruise drinks get together for who ever could make it that turned into dinner. This gave me friendly faces I recognised once we got on board. There were lots chances to share a drink or a table during the trip too, all from that one get together.

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How about no Speedos by hairy men, hairless men, men over 12? Has this been covered? Or barely as the case may be.:eek:

I'll add check you swimwear before you cruise. If the elastic is gone of the fabric perished...GET NEW ONES.

I've had the misfortune to be sitting in the spa when a couple whose swimwear was about 10 cruises too old got in.... I saw 70+ year old body parts I've never wanted to see!!!!! His were so bad he was wearing jockeys under his speedo!

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I'm happy to see these pictures since I just booked a "Panoramic Ocean View" cabin on the Legend and the Grandeur. I booked Deck 8 first and then went with Deck 7 so I wouldn't risk having too much noise overhead! I think Deck 7 is a good location, and the window really looks great in the pictures! Thanks for posting the question and the pictures!

 

Suzanne:)

Hi. Just saw your post. Have just booked deck 7 PV stateroom on Legend for 2016... Will be very interested to hear what you think after your cruise in these cabins!

Hello.

Please add me to voyager 27/3/14 Fremantle to Singapore.

Thanks

Hi

Can you please add me to the list? Travelling 25 Sept 12 Honolulu to Sydney on Rhapsody OTS.

Thanks,

I certainly be donating to Chrissy, she is a fantastic lady. Also my 9yo son and I have started a special project and we are collecting some basic school supplies for the kids on Penticost, their school is said to be deeply in need of items our kids take for granted.

 

Remember, whilst Vila has a number of cruise ships each week, only about 2-3 ships go to Penticost each year and they have little/no other tourist exposure.

I was lucky enough to get to pentecoste last year on a P&O cruise and I agree with you about their need for what we would consider basic school supplies. They were fundraising for a school library at that time, and I am sure they would appreciate any donations of books and / or cash.

I will be thinking about what islands I am visiting on my next cruise, so that I can be prepared with some small donations this time... I never even thought of it before my first one.

Ive finally got to the end of the end of this thread, and just want to say thanks.. Ive checked out bags, shoes, rum runners and so much more. So much to think about, but you guys have certainly helped me make my packing list!