Southendweather Posted July 4, 2017 #1 Share Posted July 4, 2017 We've done a few cruises with P&O in the Caribbean, Meditteranean, Norway and Canary's, but are thining of doing one of Thomson's Caribbean cruises next January. Although certain statements are made on thThomsons website I just wanted to get an idea of some of the differences. I have a few short questions and would be interested in some views/answers. 1. It states some drinks are all inclusive, I like a Scotch and my Wife likes a G&T. Would these be included? Also do they allow you take a bottle of Gin & Scotch on board? 2. Do you get room service, nothing flash, just maybe a pot of tea and fruit/cereal? 3. On P&O I use WiFi on my Netbook, two weeks cost £130 last winter, what does Thomson offer? 4. Do they have Black Tie nights and does this mean tucks etc? 5. Are your cases taken straight to the cabins, so the last time you see them was check in at the airport? 6. How does the entertainment compare with P&O? The main reason for looking at Thomson Cruises is they seem to have some new locations they go to, which is what we like. Many thanks Keith (Southend):) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tina.w12 Posted July 4, 2017 #2 Share Posted July 4, 2017 We've done a few cruises with P&O in the Caribbean, Meditteranean, Norway and Canary's, but are thining of doing one of Thomson's Caribbean cruises next January. Although certain statements are made on thThomsons website I just wanted to get an idea of some of the differences. I have a few short questions and would be interested in some views/answers. 1. It states some drinks are all inclusive, I like a Scotch and my Wife likes a G&T. Would these be included? Also do they allow you take a bottle of Gin & Scotch on board? 2. Do you get room service, nothing flash, just maybe a pot of tea and fruit/cereal? 3. On P&O I use WiFi on my Netbook, two weeks cost £130 last winter, what does Thomson offer? 4. Do they have Black Tie nights and does this mean tucks etc? 5. Are your cases taken straight to the cabins, so the last time you see them was check in at the airport? 6. How does the entertainment compare with P&O? The main reason for looking at Thomson Cruises is they seem to have some new locations they go to, which is what we like. Many thanks Keith (Southend):) 1. yes and yes 2. Don't think so, but kettles in cabin 3. Sorry don't know 4. Depends on which ship, discovery 1&2 do dress to impress others do formal night. You can wear want you want, some in tux, some in jeans and everything in between 1 per week 5. Yes in the Caribbean 6. Better entertainment team who do 6 shows a week then only have 1 night where entertainment is brought in Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southendweather Posted July 4, 2017 Author #3 Share Posted July 4, 2017 Thanks Tina, my neice went on the ship we're looking at last winter. Looks like good value if you ask me. Keith (Southend) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tina.w12 Posted July 4, 2017 #4 Share Posted July 4, 2017 Which ship are you thinking of Keith? Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southendweather Posted July 4, 2017 Author #5 Share Posted July 4, 2017 TUI Discovery Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tina.w12 Posted July 4, 2017 #6 Share Posted July 4, 2017 I'm on that one next Feb doing tropical delights and paradise islands, with 11 ports in 2 weeks AI and tips inc it's a lot cheaper than p&o Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southendweather Posted July 4, 2017 Author #7 Share Posted July 4, 2017 For some reason I can't book online, keeps on saying address is wrong.! I've only lived here for 30 years...:( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southendweather Posted July 4, 2017 Author #8 Share Posted July 4, 2017 Invalid Town/City, any ideas? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tina.w12 Posted July 4, 2017 #9 Share Posted July 4, 2017 Maybe try shutting down and clearing cookies, or you could ring them tomorrow. Top cash back have up to 4.5% cash back at the moment Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pensioncruiser Posted July 4, 2017 #10 Share Posted July 4, 2017 I'm on that one next Feb doing tropical delights and paradise islands, with 11 ports in 2 weeks AI and tips inc it's a lot cheaper than p&o Sent from my iPhone using Forums We are also on her for those two weeks[emoji3] Sent from my VF-895N using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tina.w12 Posted July 4, 2017 #11 Share Posted July 4, 2017 See you onboard, only 228 days to go! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southendweather Posted July 4, 2017 Author #12 Share Posted July 4, 2017 Maybe try shutting down and clearing cookies, or you could ring them tomorrow. Top cash back have up to 4.5% cash back at the moment Sent from my iPad using Forums I'm not impressed, simply can't book. I also set up an account, thinking that may make a difference. What number do I call? I have made a note of the cost the website has quoted...I use computers all the time. Not happy. Keith (Southend) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tina.w12 Posted July 4, 2017 #13 Share Posted July 4, 2017 Do you ever use messenger on the site we are not allowed to talk about? They are pretty good at solving issues Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southendweather Posted July 4, 2017 Author #14 Share Posted July 4, 2017 Do you ever use messenger on the site we are not allowed to talk about? They are pretty good at solving issues Sent from my iPhone using Forums No? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pensioncruiser Posted July 4, 2017 #15 Share Posted July 4, 2017 No? Just tried a dummy booking and its working OK not much help but try your local TA good luck[emoji57] Sent from my VF-895N using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pensioncruiser Posted July 4, 2017 #16 Share Posted July 4, 2017 See you onboard, only 228 days to go! Sent from my iPhone using Forums We have to get through two weeks in the Med on her first [emoji57] that's in Sep. Sent from my VF-895N using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tina.w12 Posted July 4, 2017 #17 Share Posted July 4, 2017 We are also going med in September but only 1 week, highlights of med! Small world Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grapau27 Posted July 4, 2017 #18 Share Posted July 4, 2017 Just tried a dummy booking and its working OK not much help but try your local TA good luck[emoji57] Sent from my VF-895N using Forums mobile app A lot of people swear by Thomson. The 2 new ships from RC (Discovery 1 and 2 i think they are rebranded as) have excellent balcony cabins and add a massive dimension to Thomson whose ships were old and i understand had none or very few balcony cabins. Sent from my Kestrel using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pensioncruiser Posted July 4, 2017 #19 Share Posted July 4, 2017 We are also going med in September but only 1 week, highlights of med! Small world Sent from my iPhone using Forums Well if that's the 16th its our second week. Amazing Sent from my VF-895N using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tina.w12 Posted July 4, 2017 #20 Share Posted July 4, 2017 Well if that's the 16th its our second week. Amazing Sent from my VF-895N using Forums mobile app It is the 16th!! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southendweather Posted July 5, 2017 Author #21 Share Posted July 5, 2017 Finaly booked on-line this morning. In the address line I had to put the town first before the local area name, not how you would write the address. But hey ho... Keith (Southend) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pensioncruiser Posted July 5, 2017 #22 Share Posted July 5, 2017 Well done and have a great cruise😀 Sent from my b1-720 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pensioncruiser Posted July 5, 2017 #23 Share Posted July 5, 2017 Maybe try shutting down and clearing cookies, or you could ring them tomorrow. Top cash back have up to 4.5% cash back at the moment Sent from my iPad using Forums Thanks for info Tina.w12 just booked Sep 2018;p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tina.w12 Posted July 5, 2017 #24 Share Posted July 5, 2017 Glad to help! Also going sept 18 but on oceana! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Longislandtea Posted July 5, 2017 #25 Share Posted July 5, 2017 I never thought I would stray from P&O, I went on Thomson Dream last Christmas, ship was a bit old and frayed. No Wow factors. Pool was sea water, and you had to pay to use the Safe. When I got on the ship I wanted to head back to the airport and go home !!! By the end of the holiday I had totally changed and will always book with Thomson (Maybe not the Dream). Staff and people are just brilliant. The All Inclusive is excellent (bill on P&O was around £800.00 and Thomson £0.0). I'm booked on Discovery for this coming Christmas. only around 170 days. :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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