westmount Posted December 1, 2007 #76 Share Posted December 1, 2007 I was in Santiago two years ago on business. Stayed in the best area at the Holiday Inn Select for $79.00, breakfast, internet, gym included. Unfortunatly, wife trip, only Ritz allowed. I just want to know if they still boo the takeoffs and landings at the airport (Philly) there, very tough fans if I remember. I'll look for the hat on the 22, and then we can plan at least one Cruise Critic dinner amungst the 24 I'm supposed to be nice and social for. My wife is a big bridge player, up and coming superstar I call her, how many bridge players do you think are on the cruise? Westmount Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margate Cruiser Posted December 1, 2007 #77 Share Posted December 1, 2007 Our names are Judy and Steve. We are from Philly and Margate NJ. It took my wife many years to convince me to cruise on seabourn. We did the larger ships for many years. We are now coming up to the BIG 140 in just 4 years. Wow what a blast we have had meeting some of the nicest people on board. I hope they don't sell these little ladies. If so I wish they would convert them to seabourn condo's. I would be in line. (Maybe) It's just a thought. See you all aboard in a little over a month. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AuntieAnne Posted December 1, 2007 #78 Share Posted December 1, 2007 Hard to tell. We don''t work directly for Seabourn but through our agent. Generally, games and lessons are held on sea days. On Seabourn's small ships we usually get 4-5 tables of duplicate. However, sometimes we have had more. We partner those who are alone, and I am available if an extra is needed. Social bridge players vary. Going up the Amazon in 2005 we had 5 tables of social players and 6 duplicate tables every sea day. Last Spring, from Asia to Dubai there were 4-5 duplicate tables and no social players. We are only booked from Ft. Lauderdale to Buenos Aires, but someone else will take over when we leave. Looking forward to meeting (is it Lisa?) and all the rest. Judith;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westmount Posted December 1, 2007 #79 Share Posted December 1, 2007 When I was a bit younger, I used to tell my wife (Lisa) about a golf match hole by hole, with her eyes rolling in every direction. Now she tells me about a 2 club-3 heart, yada yada and I'm all excited with envy. Please someone take her on as a bridge partner, I think we have 99 sea days from Santiago to Rio, and I'll treat you to a great diner with some penguins. See you on board. Westmount Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
burlingameCA Posted December 3, 2007 #80 Share Posted December 3, 2007 10 am Club 24th? Although that early you won't see my friends and our fellow passengers Marta & Al, who are joining Donna and me at the Santiago Ritz Carlton after they side-trip to Easter Island. Alas, Marta doesn't do mornings, except for excursions, but there are many days at sea. Donna and I will stop by to say hello and enjoy mimosos (any excuse...) She doesn't have internet so hasn't read your mails. Every couple of years I entice her off her mountain top and away from her husband, to travel bits of the world. She lives in the middle of the Mendocino National Forest, pretty much self-sustaining solitary lifestyle. They get to civilization 2x a month, when they're not snowed in; she's on the local library board and senior law board and well read. But she's always up for new adventures and brief visits to the good life, or in Seaborne's case, the really good life. This will be her first time on Seaborne, she'll be the one always with a smile on her face. Christine :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrannyLorr Posted December 3, 2007 Author #81 Share Posted December 3, 2007 Our Brazilian Visas arrived yesterday so we are all ready to go now! :D Even our tickets for the TA on the 17th of March have arrived........time to finish packing! We don't care where or what time the "get together" is, we will fit in with whatever everyone decides. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Keith1010 Posted December 4, 2007 #82 Share Posted December 4, 2007 Our Brazilian Visas arrived yesterday so we are all ready to go now! :D Even our tickets for the TA on the 17th of March have arrived........time to finish packing!We don't care where or what time the "get together" is, we will fit in with whatever everyone decides. Glad to hear that your Brazilian Visas arrived. That one took us more time than I thought it should last year. We're always anxious to get the visa back and of course our passports. :) Before you know it, the start of your trip begins. Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrannyLorr Posted December 4, 2007 Author #83 Share Posted December 4, 2007 Keith, I just hope I have enough time to finish packing! :eek: We leave home on Boxing Day so the countdown is already underway. Think its about 22 days now to blast off! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marazul Posted December 6, 2007 #84 Share Posted December 6, 2007 We leave Philly. to Atlanta then non stop to Santiago Chile. Also on the 20th. We get there the next morning. There is a bus from our hotel to the ship. Just have to figure out how to make the reservation on the bus. Hi Margate, we are planning the same trip in 2009. Did you find out about the bus to the ship? we are also traveing independenly and hope to go to Easter island beforehand. Anyone doing this independently? Would love to hear details as to hotels, etc. Thanks, Marazul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jagi Posted December 18, 2007 #85 Share Posted December 18, 2007 I've enjoyed reading these posts as I am considering this cruise for 2009. It's been slow on this thread lately. Am looking for more information on penguin tours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Keith1010 Posted December 18, 2007 #86 Share Posted December 18, 2007 I've enjoyed reading these posts as I am considering this cruise for 2009. It's been slow on this thread lately. Am looking for more information on penguin tours. What would you like to know about the tours. We did the one through Seabourn from Punta Arenas. It was wonderful. We drove to Ottway Bay where we saw hundred of Penguins in a very natural setting. It was something that we will remember for the rest of our lives. A very special day. The entire cruise is very special as well. We have now sailed South America multiple times and it is beautiful. Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jagi Posted December 18, 2007 #87 Share Posted December 18, 2007 Thanks Keith, I'll be waiting eagerly for the post cruise comments. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaneBP Posted December 18, 2007 #88 Share Posted December 18, 2007 Any idea who the CD staff will be for SA? How about the Seabourn Cruise Specialist and Travel Manager? Just curious... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrannyLorr Posted December 18, 2007 Author #89 Share Posted December 18, 2007 I cant believe its only 7 days until we leave home! Its been a busy month, Christmas parties and a trip North to see the grandchildren, still 2 more parties to go then we are out of here! I dont have to worry about Christmas Day this year, son and daughter in law are taking care of that. I am almost finished packing....keep weighing the bags with fingers crossed! Its also 4.28am here so dont think Im sleeping too well!! :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrannyLorr Posted December 18, 2007 Author #90 Share Posted December 18, 2007 Maybe Martha might have some idea who the crew will be? jagi.....I hope to be writing reports as we sail along, as long as the internet is working. We have already booked the "penguin" tour so stay tuned! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrannyLorr Posted December 22, 2007 Author #91 Share Posted December 22, 2007 Only 2 more sleeps until Granny leaves home!!!! :D Anyone got any brilliant ideas I can call my "SA report thread"??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Keith1010 Posted December 23, 2007 #92 Share Posted December 23, 2007 GrannyLorr, have a wonderful time on the cruise. Bon Voyage! Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margate Cruiser Posted December 23, 2007 #93 Share Posted December 23, 2007 Will see you all on the 23rd. Just got our papers this morning. Steve and Judy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PittsburghJack Posted December 23, 2007 #94 Share Posted December 23, 2007 EL REPORTO FROM GRANNY LORRO! Have a good time.:) Jack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrannyLorr Posted December 23, 2007 Author #95 Share Posted December 23, 2007 I already knew I was very bad at math.......seems I'm even worse than I thought.......its should have been 3 more sleeps.....today is 2 more sleeps!! :confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AuntieAnne Posted December 23, 2007 #96 Share Posted December 23, 2007 Well Granny, Get 2 GOOD NIGHTS of sleep. It's a long flight from Australia to Florida. See you on board. Judith;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margate Cruiser Posted December 24, 2007 #97 Share Posted December 24, 2007 I don't remember, Does seabourn tell us in advance what the dress codes are in the evening? We will on for 25 days and was just wondering how many formal nights there will be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaPaloma Posted December 24, 2007 #98 Share Posted December 24, 2007 I don't remember, Does seabourn tell us in advance what the dress codes are in the evening? We will on for 25 days and was just wondering how many formal nights there will be. The number of formal nights is usually shown in the Voyage Information book you have or will receive. We always figure on 2 formal nights a week--two casual(first and last, and maybe deck Bar B Q night) two or 3 nights coat and tie for men. Probably 3 about times that for your 25 days. Don Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrannyLorr Posted December 24, 2007 Author #99 Share Posted December 24, 2007 First cruise..........Fort Lauderdale to Valparaiso.........4 Formal Second cruise.......Valparaiso to Buenos Aires.............4 Formal Third cruise.........Buenos Aires to Manaus................4 Formal Fourth cruise........Manaus to Fort Lauderdale.............4 Formal My clothes will be worn out before I get to "The Crossing" :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marazul Posted December 26, 2007 #100 Share Posted December 26, 2007 Merry Christmas to all! And a little question for JaneBP - did you book your private driver and tour for Santiago to Valparaiso? Which company did you use? Also (just in case) does SB make bus transportation to Valparaiso available to passengers who do not book the pre-cruise stay thru them? To all South America Pride sailors - have a wonderful trip! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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