bobby1119 Posted August 26, 2009 #1 Share Posted August 26, 2009 Does anyone have any reliable information about any revisions in the dress code for the Labor Day cruise to Canada? Specifically, the call at Saint John has been changed from a 6pm sailing, with a formal evening indicated in the documents, to an 11:30pm sailing, which should be casual elegant. I cannot imagine a formal night or even a semi-formal night with an 11:30pm sailing, but Cunard never ceases to surprise and confound me. Any information will be appreciated. Thanks. Bobby Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
auntie50 Posted August 26, 2009 #2 Share Posted August 26, 2009 hi where did you find out that the tiem was changed for the sailing? i did not get that info thank you for your post. that would make no sense to have a formal night when we are in port till 11:30 p.m, i hope wwe can get clarification prior to sailing DANA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
auntie50 Posted August 26, 2009 #3 Share Posted August 26, 2009 hi all i just got off the phone with cunard and they sate 2 formal nights even that we do not leave st johns till 11:30 p.m. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeaMatesNYC Posted August 26, 2009 #4 Share Posted August 26, 2009 hiwhere did you find out that the tiem was changed for the sailing? i did not get that info thank you for your post. that would make no sense to have a formal night when we are in port till 11:30 p.m, i hope wwe can get clarification prior to sailing DANA An emergency notice went out from Cunard to TAs a number of weeks ago. Yours should have sent it to you. Also, in case you have not heard, departure from NY on 4-Sept has been moved to 5:00pm (from the prior 6:00pm). Doubtful we shall hear anything until the day of regarding attire for Sunday 6-Sept. I for one, after a full day ashore, intend to dress in black tie for dinner and enjoy a champagne toast at the "Midnight" sailaway party! Regardless of what they change it to onboard. I don't mind looking the same two nights in a row in a tux, but I am NOT bringing another elegant casual outfit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeaMatesNYC Posted August 26, 2009 #5 Share Posted August 26, 2009 hi all i just got off the phone with cunard and they sate 2 formal nights even that we do not leave st johns till 11:30 p.m. Shipboard staff will make the call. Please don't let it tarnish your voyage either way. I would imagine the sidewalks fold up at 5:00pm of a Sunday anyways! So, the ship is our destination for the evening and I intend to dress in black tie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boytjie Posted August 26, 2009 #6 Share Posted August 26, 2009 Doubtful we shall hear anything until the day of regarding attire for Sunday 6-Sept. I for one, after a full day ashore, intend to dress in black tie for dinner and enjoy a champagne toast at the "Midnight" sailaway party! Regardless of what they change it to onboard. I don't mind looking the same two nights in a row in a tux, but I am NOT bringing another elegant casual outfit. Shipboard staff will make the call. Please don't let it tarnish your voyage either way. I would imagine the sidewalks fold up at 5:00pm of a Sunday anyways! So, the ship is our destination for the evening and I intend to dress in black tie. I am with you (on both posts)... one less outfit to plan other than a change of bow tie! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeaMatesNYC Posted August 26, 2009 #7 Share Posted August 26, 2009 I am with you (on both posts)... one less outfit to plan other than a change of bow tie! :D You're bringing two black bow ties?:cool:;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiserking Posted August 26, 2009 #8 Share Posted August 26, 2009 Well, that's very encouraging news that the World Club says we're definitely having the second formal night. How cool will that be to strut around in our finery amid the twinkling lights of Saint John, New Brunswick. Jonathan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boytjie Posted August 27, 2009 #9 Share Posted August 27, 2009 You're bringing two black bow ties?:cool:;) And the problem with that would be...? :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garigoun Posted August 27, 2009 #10 Share Posted August 27, 2009 And the problem with that would be...? :D The possibility of getting them mixed up. Unless...unless...unless, one of them is self tie and one is (Oh dear God the horror of it) pre-tied. Gari Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeaMatesNYC Posted August 27, 2009 #11 Share Posted August 27, 2009 The possibility of getting them mixed up. Unless...unless...unless, one of them is self tie and one is (Oh dear God the horror of it) pre-tied. Gari Quite right, Gari. I will admit to keeping well-hidden, a pre-tied bow tie, just in case the fingers forget at the last minute the proper manner to self-tie. Yes, I know, it's just like tying one's shoelace, but it is awfully difficult sometimes to get one's neck down by one's foot at my advancing age.;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeaMatesNYC Posted August 27, 2009 #12 Share Posted August 27, 2009 And the problem with that would be...? :D Well, no problem there. However, I suspected you might be bringing (oh, I can hardly get the words out!) a colored bow tie. That might launch this thread into a whole new realm of controversy.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boytjie Posted August 27, 2009 #13 Share Posted August 27, 2009 The possibility of getting them mixed up. Unless...unless...unless, one of them is self tie and one is (Oh dear God the horror of it) pre-tied. Gari Pre-tied... moi... ? :eek: I can mark the two black ties #1 and #2. Well, no problem there. However, I suspected you might be bringing (oh, I can hardly get the words out!) a colored bow tie. That might launch this thread into a whole new realm of controversy. Well, then, perhaps I will! One for Black and White and the other formal night. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruachan Posted August 27, 2009 #14 Share Posted August 27, 2009 The possibility of getting them mixed up. Unless...unless...unless, one of them is self tie and one is (Oh dear God the horror of it) pre-tied. Gari Give us a flaming break will you Gazza. I have it on the very best authority that your only bow tie is one of those multi-coloured, clip-on jobs that spins round, lights up, squirts water at people, and plays Knees Up Mother Brown. :eek: J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeaMatesNYC Posted August 27, 2009 #15 Share Posted August 27, 2009 Well, then, perhaps I will! One for Black and White and the other formal night. ;) OK, but in addition to the foam Lady Liberty headgear, you better bring a supply of balloons for animal-favors for the kiddies.:eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garigoun Posted August 27, 2009 #16 Share Posted August 27, 2009 Give us a flaming break will you Gazza. I have it on the very best authority that your only bow tie is one of those multi-coloured, clip-on jobs that spins round, lights up, squirts water at people, and plays Knees Up Mother Brown. :eek: J Boy, you bin readin' ma mail. G. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruachan Posted August 27, 2009 #17 Share Posted August 27, 2009 Boy, you bin readin' ma mail.G. No - a little bird told me (Singapore 1973 - you know who I mean!) J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garigoun Posted August 27, 2009 #18 Share Posted August 27, 2009 No - a little bird told me (Singapore 1973 - you know who I mean!) J You utter cad, you swore you'de never mention the 1973 incident again. I am undone!. G. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruachan Posted August 27, 2009 #19 Share Posted August 27, 2009 You utter cad, you swore you'de never mention the 1973 incident again.I am undone!. G. If memory serves, that was the main source of the problem in '73! J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiserTed Posted August 28, 2009 #20 Share Posted August 28, 2009 In all seriousness: would not a white bow-tie be out-of-place aboard as the dress code never calls for tails? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alycidon Posted August 28, 2009 #21 Share Posted August 28, 2009 In all seriousness: would not a white bow-tie be out-of-place aboard as the dress code never calls for tails? Black tie for dress suit (tuxedo) White tie for tails. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garigoun Posted August 29, 2009 #22 Share Posted August 29, 2009 This perennial question could be easily answered if Cunard would include in their brochures an illustration of formal; informal and elegant casual outfits for men. These illustration to be accompanied by an announcement somewhat along the lines of:- GENTLEMEN. These are the only acceptable forms of dress on the designated evenings. They MUST be worn in all PUBLIC AREAS of the vessel between the hours of 6pm and 3am. NO VARIATIONS. NO EXCEPTIONS.NO EXCUSES.-o-o-o-LADIES You may wear what the hell you like with the exception of Jeans, shorts, cutoffs and beachwear. If you do not understand this simple rule If you are not prepared to conform to this simple rule.If you are going to whinge about this simple rule THEN BUGGER OFF AND SAIL WITH SOMBODY ELSE! That would save a lot of heartsearching and worry and everyone would know where they stood on the dress question. As the Meercat says, 'Shimple, No?' A Helpful Gari Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeaMatesNYC Posted August 29, 2009 #23 Share Posted August 29, 2009 Well, that's very encouraging news that the World Club says we're definitely having the second formal night. How cool will that be to strut around in our finery amid the twinkling lights of Saint John, New Brunswick. Jonathan On Thursday the 27th, I was speaking with a reservations agent about another matter and decided to see what answer I could get about the question of Sunday the 6th. He put me on hold and was away for some time. Indicated that he had spoken with shoreside staff in "onboard services." The word was that no official change had been made - it was still listed as formal. However, both he and the party to whom he spoke both strongly suspected that the ship's staff would have a tough time resisting the temptation to make it elegant casual. Either way, for us, tuxes it shall be and to heck with those who may point and s******! Michael Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiserking Posted August 29, 2009 #24 Share Posted August 29, 2009 On Thursday the 27th, I was speaking with a reservations agent about another matter and decided to see what answer I could get about the question of Sunday the 6th. He put me on hold and was away for some time. Indicated that he had spoken with shoreside staff in "onboard services." The word was that no official change had been made - it was still listed as formal. However, both he and the party to whom he spoke both strongly suspected that the ship's staff would have a tough time resisting the temptation to make it elegant casual. Either way, for us, tuxes it shall be and to heck with those who may point and s******! Michael Michael, I agree with your post that Sain John, NB closes up early and it's probably not that hopping of spot on a Sunday night. The trip is all about the QM2. I don't understand how anyone would choose to stay ashore that late and miss cavorting around on this elegant ocean liner. Though I would like to step off the ship briefly that night just to admire QM2 glowing with light like a floating candelabra. ;) Jonathan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeaMatesNYC Posted August 29, 2009 #25 Share Posted August 29, 2009 Though I would like to step off the ship briefly that night just to admire QM2 glowing with light like a floating candelabra. ;) Jonathan Excellent idea! Thanks for pointing this out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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