Casual Attire question

[ronrick1943]

Guess we've been lucky, we never carry anything on a plane except for Med's and one change if we have a long layover. Since the 70's and never lost one bag. I just don't want to lug anything on the plane or to the next if you can't get a non-stop.

[irishwitchy]

Guess we've been lucky, we never carry anything on a plane except for Med's and one change if we have a long layover. Since the 70's and never lost one bag. I just don't want to lug anything on the plane or to the next if you can't get a non-stop.

 

Have your bags been delayed at all and delivered later? If not I'm very impressed! We have never lost a piece of luggage either, but some of it has appeared hours later. Actually one time that was a good thing, because we didn't really have enough room in the rental car for the luggage and the golf clubs!

[ellbon]

Mine came hours later to a day later over seas, coming home waited up,to two days. Nice I carry on 24 hours of clothing and anything else I can. Rhett is onetime going over sea.

[HotRoot]

Mine came hours later to a day later over seas, coming home waited up,to two days. Nice I carry on 24 hours of clothing and anything else I can. Rhett is onetime going over sea.

 

In 40 years of travel we have only had one lost suitcase. And that was lost on Regent. Our suitcase went to South America at the end of the cruise. We had to pay $200 to get it shipped back. We are giving them another chance but our luggage will be shipped direct to the ship and home at the end.

[papaflamingo]

Thanks for the info BBWC and TravelCat.

[ronrick1943]

Have your bags been delayed at all and delivered later? If not I'm very impressed! We have never lost a piece of luggage either, but some of it has appeared hours later. Actually one time that was a good thing, because we didn't really have enough room in the rental car for the luggage and the golf clubs!

 

Nope, we've always gotten are luggage same time we land, being Asia, Europe, Canada or even here in the US. Wish I had that kind of luck in the Casino, but we don't. Have to say I really hate it seeing how much luggage people carry on the plane. Pushing and trying to get by you if your seated, seems like they just don't care about anyone except themselves when boarding or getting off the plane. Rick

[RachelG]

Nope, we've always gotten are luggage same time we land, being Asia, Europe, Canada or even here in the US. Wish I had that kind of luck in the Casino, but we don't. Have to say I really hate it seeing how much luggage people carry on the plane. Pushing and trying to get by you if your seated, seems like they just don't care about anyone except themselves when boarding or getting off the plane. Rick

You are a really lucky person!

 

I have had bags delayed, but never totally lost. So I eventually got them. And have never had to embark without my bags, though one time was very close. No way I could go on a cruise with just carry on.

 

And while packing minimally is fine for most, I am notorious for dumping a plate of red spaghetti sauce on the front of my outfit. And I learned the hard way that I need more than one pair of walking shoes for any trip longer than a weekend as I managed to totally ruin a pair with mud, and had no way or place to get more anytime soon. Ditto for bras. Need at least two that will work with anything.

[UUNetBill]

Only had one luggage scare before - one of my wife’s bags didn’t show up in Copenhagen one year. We went out and bought her some basics to cover for a while, and her bag arrived later that night.

 

Seven years later, in Copenhagen, of course, one of my bags didn’t show up. The airline found it in London and said it’d be there in a few hours...but it didn’t make it before we sailed and I didn’t get it until day 5 in Latvia.

 

It taught me a good lesson in dividing up my stuff when I pack from now on...

[Onkel_Ken]

Not getting your baggage would have to be an extra bit of grief that could set a bad tone for the cruise. Obviously medicine and necessaries for immediate needs should be carry along. It is impressive how apparently 99% or whatever makes it there on time.

[Travelcat2]

In 40 years of travel we have only had one lost suitcase. And that was lost on Regent. Our suitcase went to South America at the end of the cruise. We had to pay $200 to get it shipped back. We are giving them another chance but our luggage will be shipped direct to the ship and home at the end.

 

Your post is interesting but confusing. How did Regent lose your luggage? It sounds as if the shipping company lost your luggage rather than Regent.

 

Having had lost luggage twice when we transited through Heathrow, we now try to avoid that airport (one time it was the fault of British Airways and the second time was the fault of the airport that had a luggage delivery failure). In the second case, we had no luggage for 10 nights. So, even if you have not had this happen to you, don't be complacent. As Onkel_Ken posted, make sure that your medications and anything else you need to have is in your carry-on bags.

 

Rick, while I also do not like seeing so much "stuff" being loaded onto an airplane, I understand that people are protecting themselves in case their luggage is lost. One should not only have medications and vitamins onboard the airplane but a change of clothing and, for women, make-up and other necessities that one would need if their luggage did not show up at their destination.

 

I did learn things from having my luggage lost. Regent is really accepting and understanding of passengers without luggage. They permitted me (and the 30+ other passengers without luggage) to wear flip flops or whatever footwear wear they had to dinner every night. They also were able to get our clothes washed, ironed and returned to us overnight (note: we were Platinum Seven Seas Society members at the time so there was no charge...... not sure how other passengers were treated

 

IMO, one should pack with the thought in mind that they may not have their luggage when they get off of the airplane. It isn't a matter of luck as it seems that lost luggage happens to most people. It is interesting that Heathrow has this issue consistently.

[RachelG]

Only had one luggage scare before - one of my wife’s bags didn’t show up in Copenhagen one year. We went out and bought her some basics to cover for a while, and her bag arrived later that night.

 

Seven years later, in Copenhagen, of course, one of my bags didn’t show up. The airline found it in London and said it’d be there in a few hours...but it didn’t make it before we sailed and I didn’t get it until day 5 in Latvia.

 

It taught me a good lesson in dividing up my stuff when I pack from now on...

 

Copenhagen was where we have had our greatest scares—twice. I have been in the giant lost luggage room at the airport there twice. It is bigger than a football field. And packed with suitcases. So they obviously have issues. Thankfully we have been able to find our luggage both times, though once with only a couple of hours until sailaway.

[Silver Sweethearts]

Not getting your baggage would have to be an extra bit of grief that could set a bad tone for the cruise.

 

When people find we've forwarded our luggage ahead to our ship or hotel they often dismiss the idea as being too expensive. On the contrary. We call the idea peace of mind.

[ronrick1943]

When people find we've forwarded our luggage ahead to our ship or hotel they often dismiss the idea as being too expensive. On the contrary. We call the idea peace of mind.

 

Kind of agree, but it still goes on a plane and may have to change planes enroute-then the company has to pick it up to deliver to your hotel/ship. Since they offer insurance for lost, isn't it the same?

Rick

[Silver Sweethearts]

Kind of agree, but it still goes on a plane and may have to change planes enroute-then the company has to pick it up to deliver to your hotel/ship. Since they offer insurance for lost, isn't it the same?

Rick

 

As a for instance, we use Luggage Forward, and they use FedEx for shipping. FedEx is responsible for the luggage and does the shipping on their own planes as far as we know. Our suitcases do not appear to leave their custody at any time until the cruise line people take over. All we can say is their track record has been flawless with us and one big less thing to worry about (the airline schedules for passengers are worry enough without the luggage).

[HotRoot]

Your post is interesting but confusing. How did Regent lose your luggage? It sounds as if the shipping company lost your luggage rather than Regent.

 

Having had lost luggage twice when we transited through Heathrow, we now try to avoid that airport (one time it was the fault of British Airways and the second time was the fault of the airport that had a luggage delivery failure). In the second case, we had no luggage for 10 nights. So, even if you have not had this happen to you, don't be complacent. As Onkel_Ken posted, make sure that your medications and anything else you need to have is in your carry-on bags.

 

Rick, while I also do not like seeing so much "stuff" being loaded onto an airplane, I understand that people are protecting themselves in case their luggage is lost. One should not only have medications and vitamins onboard the airplane but a change of clothing and, for women, make-up and other necessities that one would need if their luggage did not show up at their destination.

 

I did learn things from having my luggage lost. Regent is really accepting and understanding of passengers without luggage. They permitted me (and the 30+ other passengers without luggage) to wear flip flops or whatever footwear wear they had to dinner every night. They also were able to get our clothes washed, ironed and returned to us overnight (note: we were Platinum Seven Seas Society members at the time so there was no charge...... not sure how other passengers were treated

 

IMO, one should pack with the thought in mind that they may not have their luggage when they get off of the airplane. It isn't a matter of luck as it seems that lost luggage happens to most people. It is interesting that Heathrow has this issue consistently.

 

 

Someone from South American claimed our suitcase and took it home. Our only contact was Regent. They made arrangements to ship it to us but we had to pay for the shipping. I would hope that whoever takes your luggage ashore would be responsible for it. Regent assured us they were not responsible. Once you put your luggage outside of your cabin, Regent has no responsibility. I am only quoting what they told us.

[ccruzer123]

Yes. Just don’t get caught dead wearing them after 6PM or the fashion police onboard will hunt you down. Enjoy your first Regent cruise.

Z and TB

 

We didn't see the "Fashion Police" out on this last cruise with Explorer. Most cruisers did follow the dress code after 6 pm but there were some who did not. We were surprised to see several individuals in the casino, theater, and around the ship in shorts and sandals after 6 pm. Also saw some women & one man wearing designer jeans in the evening.

Explorer does on the evening before disembarkation have a relaxed dress code. Though most cruisers still followed the dress code after 6 pm on that evening, we did see some individuals enter and be seated while wearing jeans, shorts, t-shirts and even a baseball hat.

[Travelcat2]

Yes. Just don’t get caught dead wearing them after 6PM or the fashion police onboard will hunt you down. Enjoy your first Regent cruise.

Z and TB

 

We didn't see the "Fashion Police" out on this last cruise with Explorer. Most cruisers did follow the dress code after 6 pm but there were some who did not. We were surprised to see several individuals in the casino, theater, and around the ship in shorts and sandals after 6 pm. Also saw some women & one man wearing designer jeans in the evening.

Explorer does on the evening before disembarkation have a relaxed dress code. Though most cruisers still followed the dress code after 6 pm on that evening, we did see some individuals enter and be seated while wearing jeans, shorts, t-shirts and even a baseball hat.

 

That is disappointing to read. It is the responsibility of management/crew in each lounge and dining venue to insure that the dress code is adhered to. While "shorts and t-shirts" are technically not permitted the last night, I don't think that too many people would be upset, however, the dress code should be followed after 6:00 p.m. on all other nights.

[RachelG]

I don't think a baseball cap is appropriate to wear to dinner anytime, except at some outdoors picnic or event, or the baseball park.

[RachelG]

Someone from South American claimed our suitcase and took it home. Our only contact was Regent. They made arrangements to ship it to us but we had to pay for the shipping. I would hope that whoever takes your luggage ashore would be responsible for it. Regent assured us they were not responsible. Once you put your luggage outside of your cabin, Regent has no responsibility. I am only quoting what they told us.

Another reason why we carry our own luggage off the ship. That and not having to pack till the very last minute.

[ronrick1943]

I agree if Regent is going to have a dress code they should enforce the code. If they don't enforce the code that's a problem and people ill do what they want. However as times change so should the code. Cruisers will decide if they want to cruise depending on whats important to them. Now as far a designer jeans, I don't have a problem with that with a nice jacket. But that's IMO only. Rick

[Pamela1]

So now im so clever at this i just wanted to show the dress code on the evening show in September Explorer 2017. Im not shaming anyone as i dont care but the fact remains that folks are not sticking to the dresscode.

 

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[ronrick1943]

If that is the case and it sure looks like it, and Regent doesn't enforce the dress code--than you don't have a dress code on Regent. Pretty simple.

Also we got are package for our Regent cruise and the brochure with information on our cruise states, the last night of the cruise is casual. Folks, that's what Regent stated.

[Travelcat2]

Regent does have a dress code and it is usually enforced. The onboard verbiage in Passages regarding the last night's dress code has changed a bit (at least it has on our last two cruises). Regent didn't mean "casual" to include ball caps, shorts and t-shirts. However, since some passengers want to dress as far down as they possibly can, we always dine in a specialty restaurant on the last night. Firstly, people are dressed casually but appropriately and second, we find CR to be a bit too crowded on the last night. Many people dine very early in order to get their luggage out on time.

 

In any case, as has been said, nothing is perfect and some people do try to get away with whatever they can in terms of how they dress. Dress jeans sometimes do make it past the eyes of the crew but that does not mean that they are acceptable. "No jeans" is in Passages just about every day. Someone may get "away" with it one day and be asked to go back to their suite and change the next. It is quite a bit easier just to abide by the dress code and avoid embarrassment.

[Pamela1]

If that is the case and it sure looks like it, and Regent doesn't enforce the dress code--than you don't have a dress code on Regent. Pretty simple.

Also we got are package for our Regent cruise and the brochure with information on our cruise states, the last night of the cruise is casual. Folks, that's what Regent stated.

 

Hi Ron, i didn't mean that pic to be argumentative but was just showing that some peoples perceptions are different from others regarding and defending the dress code.

We have sailed Regent on all ships in the last 2 years and completely understand when bags go missing etc there is a time and place for wearing clothes that you have to wear however there are some that flaunt the rules and i have seen it myself with no-one in authority giving 2 hoots about this.

 

I will say that i'm sure you will have a wonderful time on board and there are so many wonderful people and experiences that i'm sure you will have a fabulous time! :)

 

Pam.

[liptastic]

It certainly doesn’t sound as tho the dress code is being adhered to or being implemented at the moment.

On Explorer in May we were having a pre dinner drink in Explorer lounge and a couple appeared at the bar. One had on a housecoat and slippers, other had shorts and a hat. This was about 7pm.

They were spoken to immediately by bar staff and made a hasty retreat.

In that instance dress code was enforced by staff and it was definitely needed. Jean.