Forum: Cruises
March 19th, 2011, 06:52 PM Posted to rec.travel.cruises
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Riviera TransAtlantic 15 Nov 2012
This will be the first TransAtlantic sailing of Oceanias new ship the Riviera.
We have four RTC couples booked already which is enough to form a Trivia Cabal
but more would be welcome.
We really...
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Forum: Cruises
March 14th, 2011, 01:07 AM Posted to rec.travel.cruises
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Oceania 2012 Season
Oceania's 2012 European, including TransAtlantics, go on sale in just a few
days. The good voyages sell out quickly so if you have anything in mind you had
better contact your favorite TA real...
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Forum: Cruises
February 28th, 2011, 10:14 PM Posted to rec.travel.cruises
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Replies: 12
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The new Oceania Riviera ......
Paul: Yes, there were a lot of lessons learned no doubt but overall I think
Oceania did a great job considering it was their first newbuild and there were a
lot of fingers in that pie stirring things...
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Forum: Cruises
February 28th, 2011, 10:03 PM Posted to rec.travel.cruises
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Replies: 25
Views: 2,148
Cruise Itinerary suggestions wanted
Early to mid June would be just fine in that region. Will not be hot yet and may
in fact be a bit chilly. If she would like a chance to work on her own art then
perhaps a River Cruise would be in...
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Forum: Cruises
February 27th, 2011, 08:54 PM Posted to rec.travel.cruises
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,316
The new Oceania Riviera ......
We have advance information concerning the Maiden voyage of the Sister of the
Marina. Schedule looks like April of 2012 but we know the definitive scoop.
Let's see who is paying attention.
Cal...
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Forum: Cruises
February 24th, 2011, 11:43 PM Posted to rec.travel.cruises
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Replies: 3
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Laundry on Oceania Nautica?
Yes, as far as I know it is still there. Pretty much amidship on Deck Seven. You
need tokens from the Pursers Desk in order to operate the dispensers and
machinery. They don't always empty the coin...
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Forum: Cruises
February 24th, 2011, 11:38 PM Posted to rec.travel.cruises
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Forum: Cruises
June 12th, 2009, 05:53 PM Posted to rec.travel.cruises
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Replies: 5
Views: 376
European River Cruises
A lot of first hand information can be found on the Boards over at Cruise
Critic, or as Ray said, you can ask specific questions here. River Cruising is
not as exotic as it used to be.
Remember that...
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Forum: Cruises
June 2nd, 2009, 07:42 PM Posted to rec.travel.cruises
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Replies: 5
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Forum: Cruises
June 2nd, 2009, 06:06 PM Posted to rec.travel.cruises
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Replies: 16
Views: 792
VIkings GO BBQ
We will be doing a 7-4 afternoon party for about 25 and I note you will be doing
Ribs for yours also. Ribs seem to be very popular lately.
Every region seems to have a "Best" method but I like to do...
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Forum: Cruises
June 1st, 2009, 02:19 AM Posted to rec.travel.cruises
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Replies: 5
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No more C&A for TA's?
In the nearly 30 years that we have been the business we have never taken a "TA
Rate". We have done seminars and been group escorts but never a straight TA
rate. As Susette points out elsewhere quite...
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Forum: Cruises
July 9th, 2008, 03:20 AM Posted to rec.travel.cruises
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Replies: 7
Views: 619
Venice cruise terminal & train station
As the Crow flies it is probably about 3/4 of a mile from the Cruise Terminal to
the Train Station. That said, you are not going to get a Crow to carry your
luggage.
It is a circuitous and devious...
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Forum: Cruises
June 6th, 2008, 02:18 AM Posted to rec.travel.cruises
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Replies: 5
Views: 389
Big is Better ??
We did that ship a couple years later after she became the Sun Princess. Talked
the LB into trying a weekend Cruise to see if she would like it and the Nov
Regatta will be 45 Cruises later...
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Forum: Cruises
June 5th, 2008, 04:04 PM Posted to rec.travel.cruises
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Replies: 5
Views: 389
Big is Better ??
That is why you want to select a Crossing that takes a Southerly route. And
preferably one that is East to West.
Cal Ford
Lido Deck Cruises
In article...
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Forum: Cruises
June 4th, 2008, 10:03 PM Posted to rec.travel.cruises
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Replies: 5
Views: 389
Big is Better ??
First and foremost I enjoy Cruising because of the people I am with, the
itinerary is second and the ship is third, usually.
My personal preference is a small to midrange ship. The ships of Oceania...
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Forum: Cruises
June 4th, 2008, 01:04 AM Posted to rec.travel.cruises
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,288
Best Price Cruises?
Michael, if you have an unapplied Future Cruise Credit you can apply it to any
cruise on Princess booked anywhere. If you make a regular deposit you can still
apply the FCC to the booking to reduce...
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Forum: Cruises
May 15th, 2008, 11:31 PM Posted to rec.travel.cruises
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Replies: 28
Views: 1,258
In Case you are not up to date***
Good information Jean and the subject can never be discussed enough.
As Ray mentioned passengers disembarking at a US Port do not need a Passport but
anyone entering or leaving by Air Transport...
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Forum: Cruises
May 6th, 2008, 05:59 PM Posted to rec.travel.cruises
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Replies: 14
Views: 940
Rome hotels?
Yes, I know that place, it is a very elegant little Hotel and a great location.
For a person who enjoys a little walking there is a lot to be explored in close
vicinity.
Cal Ford
Lido Deck...
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Forum: Cruises
May 5th, 2008, 11:42 PM Posted to rec.travel.cruises
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Replies: 14
Views: 940
Rome hotels?
Of course, it is always more fulfilling to stay in a local, non chain, hotel
whenever possible. This is true whether it is Europe, China, or Mexico. Of
course there are exceptions but my preference...
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Forum: Cruises
May 5th, 2008, 01:05 AM Posted to rec.travel.cruises
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Food Allergies
There are a lot of people out there that are hesitant or cautious about
traveling because of food allergies or sensitivities. Here is a WEB Site that
allows you to download a list of foods and...
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Forum: Cruises
May 3rd, 2008, 11:48 PM Posted to rec.travel.cruises
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Forum: Cruises
May 3rd, 2008, 08:00 PM Posted to rec.travel.cruises
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Replies: 6
Views: 451
Rome - How to get to the ship
We have done that several times, staying in Ostia Antica that is. It is sort of
an nontouristy industrial town except for the Beach Zone. Several inexpensive
hotels and lots of little Mom and Pop...
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Forum: Cruises
May 3rd, 2008, 07:54 PM Posted to rec.travel.cruises
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Replies: 10
Views: 834
Barcelona B4 Regatta
It seems to me that the "Bus" in question is more like the Roissy Bus in Paris
rather than a Airport to Hotel Shuttle. My concern was that you may have to drag
your luggage several blocks after...
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Forum: Cruises
April 28th, 2008, 05:28 PM Posted to rec.travel.cruises
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Replies: 17
Views: 886
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Forum: Cruises
April 28th, 2008, 05:21 PM Posted to rec.travel.cruises
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,268
Seeing Wild Animals
You will probably have a maximum window of 8 nights but it is possible to work
out a schedule that would include a short Galapagos Cruise along with a visit to
Machu Pichu in Peru.
Cal Ford
Lido...
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