jan can Posted August 15, 2013 #1 Share Posted August 15, 2013 These questions likely apply to any of the new Viking long boats. We will be on the Var. They say bottled water is supplied in your room each day. How much? If I wanted more, what is the charge? Are there irons? What is the cost of laundry. I'm thinking mainly about men's jeans. Most things I can wash by hand, like at home. Do they supply hair conditioner? Hand lotion? Are there umbrellas in the event of rain. In the French balconey room, I think it says there is a fridge. This would be for your wine or drinks? Do they supply wine glasses and an opener? I travel light and don't want to bring excess supplies if not needed. If need be, I'd rather buy what I want in Budapest, if possible. We have a couple of days ahead of boarding the ship. Anything else along this line that I should know or someone else has questions about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ingo_e Posted August 15, 2013 #2 Share Posted August 15, 2013 They say bottled water is supplied in your room each day. How much? If I wanted more, what is the charge? You have two coffee stations with coffee, cookies AND an unlimited supply of water (with co2 and without). Are there umbrellas in the event of rain. The ships provide LARGE umbrellas (for 2 persons). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pflorio994 Posted August 15, 2013 #3 Share Posted August 15, 2013 They say bottled water is supplied in your room each day. How much? If I wanted more, what is the charge? You can always ask your room attendant to leave you an extra. Do not remember, if they charge. But when you go on an included tour - you can also get a free bottle of water. Are there irons? NO - NOT PERMITTED What is the cost of laundry. I'm thinking mainly about men's jeans. Most things I can wash by hand, like at home. Check on website http://www.vikingrivercruises.com/about-your-trip/ontheship.aspx Do they supply hair conditioner? YES AND IT CAN BE REFILLED AS NECESSARY Hand lotion? NO Are there umbrellas in the event of rain. YES In the French balconey room, I think it says there is a fridge. This would be for your wine or drinks? Do they supply wine glasses and an opener? I DO NOT BELIEVE A WINE CORK IS AVAILABLE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare franski Posted August 15, 2013 #4 Share Posted August 15, 2013 They say bottled water is supplied in your room each day. How much? If I wanted more, what is the charge? They provide a large bottle of water in your cabin each day - and I am sure they wouldn't charge you if you wanted an extra. It is a 1 litre glass bottle. Hand lotion? I seem to remember that there is hand/body lotion in each cabin. But, just in case, you can always "liberate" one from your hotel before you get on the boat. In the French balconey room, I think it says there is a fridge. This would be for your wine or drinks? Do they supply wine glasses and an opener? We had wine glasses, but they may have been put there because a bottle of wine was left for us. It wasn't corked (it was sparking, so had the wire and plastic "cork") so didn't need an opener. You could ask to have the wine opened at the bar - although they might not appreciate it if you drank it in the lounge. But - ask them to open it and then take it to your room (or up on the deck) and you should be OK. I travel light and don't want to bring excess supplies if not needed. If need be, I'd rather buy what I want in Budapest, if possible. We have a couple of days ahead of boarding the ship. Are you staying on your own in Budapest, or as part of a package? If this was arranged through Viking (or is included as part of your cruise - as it was when we did the Passage to Eastern Europe earlier this year....) then there is a Viking rep stationed in the lobby that can assist with helping you locate shops to purchase items you may want. If you have any further questions, please post. We traveled on the Aegir in late April/early May - and it was a great experience. Enjoy!! Fran Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoyaheel Posted August 15, 2013 #5 Share Posted August 15, 2013 I can use whatever glasses are handy so I don't worry about that - but always travel with a corkscrew. Comes in so handy (and I have forgotten them, and end up buying more, so I always have enough to throw in my suitcases for the next trip) Although they should be legal to fly with (as long as they don't have blades - some of the waiter-styles do) I've only had one confiscated -in Costa Rica. I've had a lot of stuff that is legal everywhere else confiscated in Costa Rica:rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bet & Peg Posted August 15, 2013 #6 Share Posted August 15, 2013 American style (110) electric sockets - I've read "there are plenty" but just how many and how convenient?? Last year's cruise on the Neptune had sockets by the desk and easily reached - are the longboats the same? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjscott Posted August 15, 2013 #7 Share Posted August 15, 2013 There is a 110 outlet near the bed and then there are two 110 outlets across from the bed, above a countertop, one outlet at each end. We found that to be plenty for charging our devices, and using blow dryers, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abe Posted August 15, 2013 #8 Share Posted August 15, 2013 Can anyone tell me if there is SPLENDA onboard the longboats? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jan can Posted August 16, 2013 Author #9 Share Posted August 16, 2013 Thanks for all the answers. We are arriving in Budapest on our own. We will pick up whatever basic supplies we need there. When we travel in N.A., we just buy the basics when we arrive. No reason we can't do it in Europe too. Never having been there before will just be part of the adventure. I don't expect to find any dollar stores. Hoyaheel, I laughed about your corkscrews because we too own more than anyone can use in a lifetime. There's a lot to be said for screw caps at times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jan can Posted August 16, 2013 Author #10 Share Posted August 16, 2013 Another question. The wifi is described as limited. How bad was it on the boat. Any places have better reception than others? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ingo_e Posted August 16, 2013 #11 Share Posted August 16, 2013 The lounge usually works better than the cabins. Biggest issue are your fellow travellers. Recently I had some hours off, was waiting on a long ship. Internet worked flawless, until groups came back from their excursions.. One could really see how all the ipads, smartphones and other mobile devices connected and used up all the bandwidth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjscott Posted August 16, 2013 #12 Share Posted August 16, 2013 Re wi-fi, I am an early riser and found that I got the best connectivity early in the a.m., as there were fewer users on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bet & Peg Posted August 16, 2013 #13 Share Posted August 16, 2013 rjscott ~ thanks for the info about the outlets ~ more devices means need for more ability to charge them - knowing ahead of time helps!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark_T Posted August 16, 2013 #14 Share Posted August 16, 2013 Something like this can be a useful addition to your standard travel equipment: http://www.amazon.com/Monster-MP-OTG400-BK-Outlets/dp/B000F9YN2M Turns one outlet into 4 without taking up much room in the suitcase. I have a mixture of equipment using both USA and UK style plugs so when space permits, this is what I take with me: http://www.amazon.com/VCT-USP600-Worldwide-Universal-Protector/dp/B0036ZE6V0/ref=sr_1_cc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1310275682&sr=1-1-catcorr I only ever use these things for charging and low current applications, never for anything more demanding as you wouldn't want to overload the circuit in your cabin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cassie cruiser Posted September 3, 2013 #15 Share Posted September 3, 2013 Regarding the bottled water that is provided when you go out on excursions, please be aware that it is mineral water, not the type of bottled water we are used to here in the U.S. If you have dietary restrictions (low/no salt) be careful. I only discovered this when my ankles swelled up badly on the 3rd or 4th day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jiminyC_fan Posted September 3, 2013 #16 Share Posted September 3, 2013 Regarding the bottled water that is provided when you go out on excursions, please be aware that it is mineral water, not the type of bottled water we are used to here in the U.S. If you have dietary restrictions (low/no salt) be careful. I only discovered this when my ankles swelled up badly on the 3rd or 4th day. Thank you. That was a very important tip for me. I may just have to buy bottled water to keep in the room. I am guessing that the "tap" water is not drinkable like on ocean cruisers. Is that correct? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H2Otstr Posted September 3, 2013 #17 Share Posted September 3, 2013 Thank you. That was a very important tip for me. I may just have to buy bottled water to keep in the room. I am guessing that the "tap" water is not drinkable like on ocean cruisers. Is that correct? The tap water IS potable. I drink it all the time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jiminyC_fan Posted September 3, 2013 #18 Share Posted September 3, 2013 That's GREAT news H2Otstr. Thank you for your response!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jiminyC_fan Posted September 3, 2013 #19 Share Posted September 3, 2013 Sorry to take advantage of you OP. I have a question. I was reading that Europe doesn't use washcloths. Does the longships provide them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
travelfirst Posted September 3, 2013 #20 Share Posted September 3, 2013 Sorry to take advantage of you OP. I have a question. I was reading that Europe doesn't use washcloths. Does the longships provide them? Yes, they have washcloths. I was on the Odin in March. The Viking Emerald in China had them also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ingo_e Posted September 3, 2013 #21 Share Posted September 3, 2013 BTW the Salt and Natrium Limits for tap water in Germany are much strikter than for bottled water. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FinelyRetired Posted September 3, 2013 #22 Share Posted September 3, 2013 Can anyone tell me if there is SPLENDA onboard the longboats? Thanks Yes, there is Splenda onboard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cassie cruiser Posted September 6, 2013 #23 Share Posted September 6, 2013 Viking provides wash cloths in the bathroom. However, at our hotel in Budapest they were not there. We requested some and they gladly brought them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abe Posted September 6, 2013 #24 Share Posted September 6, 2013 FinelyRetired: Thank you for confirming that there is Splenda onboard the longboats. That's one less thing I have to pack. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TravelBugM Posted September 6, 2013 #25 Share Posted September 6, 2013 Thought this might be of interest if you haven't already seen: http://www.cruisecritic.com/reviews/review.cfm?ShipID=745 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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