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Sticky P&O Factsheet
by david63 » 14 Jun 2019, 14:52
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For anyone not aware of this, or needs any information about P&O's Accessibility/Medical policies here is their factsheet
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Interesting read. Thank you David
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16 Jun 2019, 14:18
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Sticky What will the dress code be onboard?
by Kendhni » 26 Jan 2013, 16:51
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This is another common question and there is more informayion at this link
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You should try the shepherd's pie for a change then Moby!
Sounds like a plan :lol:
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Last post by Manoverboard
08 Mar 2018, 12:11
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Sticky Have you found a bargain?
by Kendhni » 30 Jan 2013, 06:21
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If you find a good bargain for a cruise why not let others know about it by posting on this thread.
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Try the P&O board on cruise critic too there are more people around on that
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Last post by JoanneB
27 Feb 2018, 10:20
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Sticky Free Wifi hotspots in ports
by Mummykins » 11 Feb 2013, 10:57
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Thought it might be useful if anyone knows of free wifi in different ports, especially as it is so expensive and slow on board. Only one I know is:...
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Good plan. Not keen on McDonald's food but like their coffee
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Last post by Mervyn and Trish
27 Jun 2017, 17:03
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Sticky Cruising secrets
by Kendhni » 20 Jan 2013, 15:57
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Since my 'P&O secrets' seemed to be popular on the old board. I think we should have a new 'Cruising secrets' for this board.
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I don't know what the current recommended amount is, but one of our friendly forumeers will be able to advise Currently at £5.50 per person per day -...
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Last post by david63
05 Oct 2016, 12:50
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Sticky Shareholder benefits
by Kendhni » 22 Jan 2013, 13:35
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For those that do not know there is additional on baord credit (OBC) available if you own shares with the parent cruise company (e.g. Carnival and...
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Just seen the latest share prices for Carnival and RCI ... Carnival is at £28.59 ... RCI is at $82.35 (approx. £53).
I wonder where these are going...
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26 Dec 2014, 09:44
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Locked How Can We Help?
by Site Administrator » 20 Jan 2013, 09:09
There is a lot of very useful, and helpful, information for the new cruiser to be found on the P&O How can we help page? page
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20 Jan 2013, 09:09
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Cruise Cancelled
by Happydays » 07 Aug 2019, 15:46
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I've just received an email from P&O telling me our January cruise to Dubai & India has been cancelled. The full season has been cancelled for that...
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Many thanks Grando - perhaps we should switch TAs!!
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Last post by JillD66
17 Aug 2019, 11:17
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Travel insurance
by Whynd1 » 19 Jul 2019, 15:04
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I have been using a company called world first,as I had cancer a few years ago they will insure me for a reasonable cost.
However it seems they do...
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As I said previously, we insured with All Clear many times. With regard to my claim, there was no dispute about them paying. The problem was that...
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Last post by Mrsvalb
14 Aug 2019, 21:54
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North Europe cruise November or april
by Mrbennyboy84 » 11 Aug 2019, 22:09
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Hi all I'm new I hope this is in the right part. I am looking to book my first ever cruise and I am on a very tight budget. I have found to 7 night...
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Welcome on board.
As said April will likely be warmer, but if you can go in late November, the Christmas market may be open - which is atmospheric.
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Last post by GillD46
12 Aug 2019, 12:21
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Bigger is better ?
by allatc » 04 Aug 2019, 09:44
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Just back from cruise on Oceana, a small ship by emerging standards.
One of the officers gave a talk about the history of cruise ships and said...
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Use the lift, at Fira, and then stroll about towards the upper reaches heading left along the coastal path … beautiful, far less crowded and no...
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Last post by Manoverboard
04 Aug 2019, 18:28
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Remain on the ship in Southampton?
by Finker » 25 Jul 2019, 11:45
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This is the heading of an amusing and interesting discussion on Cruise Critic Cunard forums at the moment.
Visitors are giving tips on the delights...
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One things for sure it won't be Edinburg for Glasgow … or Vicky Verky
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Last post by Manoverboard
26 Jul 2019, 15:40
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Toiletries
by mandy1312 » 11 Jul 2019, 12:47
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Although we have been on a few cruises - call it a mid life crisis but we are taking my now 16 year old daughter & her friend on Ventura & I can't...
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:thumbup:
Well done
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Last post by barney
23 Jul 2019, 09:02
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New P&O website
by oldpoer » 30 Jun 2019, 07:04
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Has anybody noticed that the peninsular club benefits have been reduced for some tiers of loyalty
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I must admit for most passengers I see no need for it. I never have before. If I want a cruise it is usually over a period of two or three months. As...
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Last post by towny44
16 Jul 2019, 16:29
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Channel 4 Documentary Wednesday 10 July
by CaroleF » 05 Jul 2019, 13:36
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There's a documentary on Channel 4 next Wednesday evening - 10th - at 9pm entitled When Cruises Go Wrong . It talks about everything not being plain...
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I suspect that this is either a repeat or re-hash of a previous one Carole.
The last one that I attempted to watch was drivel and I switched off...
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Last post by barney
05 Jul 2019, 14:38
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Hiring mobility aids
by stocktonmackem » 22 Feb 2013, 16:44
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Just found this site via the facebook page, missed the P & O forum. I have to hire a shower/commode for my husband as P & O dont loan them out...
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I need a mobility scooter for a Fred Olson shore tour, can I take foldup type scooter with me, thanks.
Common sense would suggest that a folding...
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Last post by towny44
03 Jul 2019, 09:33
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Lifeboat Drill
by oldpoer » 30 Jun 2019, 13:47
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Anyone know if there has been any changes to the lifeboat drills on Britannia or any other ship
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RCI did have one benefit for wheelchair users, our muster was near the Midship elevator doors, and we were dismissed ahead of the herd to grab a...
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Last post by Mervyn and Trish
02 Jul 2019, 17:24
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P&O Suite v Cunard Princess Grills
by Mervyn and Trish » 18 Apr 2019, 11:24
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We're soon off on an almost-back-to-back, seven nights on Azura and seven on Queen Victoria with just a day in a hotel in between.
We've splashed...
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We’ve been thinking of Cunard for 2021. It’ll be our 40th wedding anniversary and my husband’s 70th birthday. This year and next year there’s a QV...
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Last post by Gill W
26 Jun 2019, 15:02
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Size of cabins in newer ships
by CaroleF » 16 May 2019, 10:48
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I haven't been on Britannia so I can't comment on the sizes of cabins on there, particularly the suites. However, having been on both Azura and...
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I agree with this having been in the Oceana aft mini suites. They really are worthy of the name.
Because of work commitments we always went in a P&O...
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Last post by Big Bob
19 Jun 2019, 16:31
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The cycle of cruise pricing
by Kendhni » 18 Jun 2019, 06:19
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When we started cruising pretty much everything (apart from alcohol) was included in the price - people complained that cruises were too expensive....
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I prefer options for cruising but generally go AI on land holidays.
My sister in law is currently on an AI cruise with Tui at the moment.
She's only...
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Last post by barney
18 Jun 2019, 10:42
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Best Balcony For Arcadia World Cruise?
by daveoc14 » 11 Mar 2019, 15:14
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We are thinking about booking a balcony on the 2021 World Cruise that is just about to go on sale. We would appreciate any advice on good balconies,...
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What a shame I have already booked an aft balcony cabin for a Baltic cruise in September.
I just couldn't remember what drawer space the cabin...
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Last post by Whynd1
08 Jun 2019, 10:57
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P&O Cabin Grades
by allatc » 22 May 2019, 14:16
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Does anyone know where to find a definitive list, with explanations, of the P&O cabin grades ?
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Brilliant. Thanks
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Last post by allatc
22 May 2019, 15:31
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Formal evenings
by Midlandslass » 30 Apr 2019, 09:48
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I've enjoyed reading your reasons for choosing a cruise and realised that no-one mentioned whether the dress code affected their choice.
Many of you...
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We are starting to think about a Cunard cruise for 2021. It'll be our 40th wedding anniversary in August that year, and my husband will be 70 in the...
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Last post by anniec
04 May 2019, 17:37
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Cruise Criteria
by Midlandslass » 26 Apr 2019, 14:57
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When choosing your cruise what is most important to you?
We tend to prioritise by the cruise line and itinerary.
Do you look forward to trying new...
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I think the most important aspect for us is sailing from the UK. I fell like I'm done with flying. I don't mind the actual flying, but I'm not keen...
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Last post by Gill W
04 May 2019, 15:49
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Bus crash Madeira
by Ray B » 17 Apr 2019, 20:59
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So sad the news coming in from Madeira that 28 have died in a bus accident.
Many of us take coach trips which take in some roads that can set the...
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I believe I read somewhere they were returning to their hotel. Elsewhere that they were going out for an evening meal. Such tours are popular with...
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Last post by Mervyn and Trish
19 Apr 2019, 13:57
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Last post by Ray Scully
17 Apr 2019, 15:06
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Yusopov Palace
by Whynd1 » 16 Apr 2019, 18:07
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Just looking at excursions for St Petersburg.
Went three years ago but didn't get chance to visit the Yusopov palace. Just wondering if anyone had...
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Yes it is David,thank you.
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Last post by Whynd1
16 Apr 2019, 19:09
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Cruise Personaliser
by Stephen » 10 Apr 2019, 12:44
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Have a quick look at your details in cruise personaliser and make sure they are all correct, e. I have just checked ours and noticed
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We are talking pee and oh here Merv.
Sounds like an average night for me.... :crazy:
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Last post by Mervyn and Trish
15 Apr 2019, 09:53
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Joining cruise at a later stage
by rita17 » 11 Apr 2019, 20:38
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Wonder if anyone has joined a cruise at a later port. In this case it would be Funchal. We have a funeral to attend two days after the sailing date...
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Thank you for your replies. After mulling it over, we have decided to cancel the cruise and hopefully re-book at a later date.
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Last post by rita17
12 Apr 2019, 15:47
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Changes at Southampton
by david63 » 25 Mar 2019, 08:43
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Talking to one of the baggage porters on Saturday I was told that Ocean Terminal is currently having another air-bridge installed and when that is...
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But not overcrowded with riff raff
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Last post by Mervyn and Trish
25 Mar 2019, 16:01
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Paying for a Cruise by Credit Card
by david63 » 09 Mar 2019, 13:30
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I have just been reading an interesting article in the weekend paper about paying by credit card and the protection offered by Section 75.
Like many...
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I have just been reading an interesting article in the weekend paper about paying by credit card and the protection offered by Section 75.
Like many...
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Last post by Onelife
10 Mar 2019, 10:18
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Legends At Sea
by oldtimer » 27 Feb 2019, 17:40
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Looking to book Med cruises for this year, have done Strictly twice so that eliminated a couple of choices, enjoyed them but same thing is enough....
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Those sort of legends wouldn't appeal to me either
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Last post by Mervyn and Trish
27 Feb 2019, 17:52
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Amsterdam port to town
by mandy1312 » 18 Feb 2019, 12:16
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Hi We are going on Ventura in July with an overnight stop in Amsterdam, there a couple of places I want to visit but before I book tickets can...
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Yes I understood that berthing at Amsterdam was not on the cards any more. The journey in from IJmuiden is about 40 minutes by bus.
The PO web...
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Last post by Kenmo1
18 Feb 2019, 14:28
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Cunard website
by Finker » 31 Jan 2019, 09:49
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I need an idiots guide to looking at this site for a cruise.
I am looking at leaving from Southampton. Any date and 1-5 nights. After selecting a...
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To get a proper price you do have to do a dummy booking. A faff but works. The I'd add is we never bother to put in full real names for a dummy. A...
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Last post by Mervyn and Trish
01 Feb 2019, 11:13
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Oriana new name
by Ray B » 30 Jan 2019, 20:03
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Well star travel cruises will be the new line for Oriana after leaving PandO. This autumn the P&O Oriana will become the Piano Land. I can not say it...
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I think they should play that one again Ray :)
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Last post by Onelife
31 Jan 2019, 14:07
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P and O Calender
by Whynd1 » 30 Jan 2019, 11:14
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I am happy to report that I have finally received the 2019 calender. Inside was a note of apology
Unfortunately a small number of guests were missed...
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Feeling rather smug, I had my calender well before Christmas.
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Last post by Ray B
30 Jan 2019, 19:10
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Travel Insurance - Revisited
by david63 » 10 Jan 2019, 11:56
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After my minor incident in September I had to follow it up with my GP. The outcome is that I have a very mild heart defect that requires no...
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I got fed up with IE and now use Firefox or Vivaldi.
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Last post by oldbluefox
12 Jan 2019, 10:22
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Cruise Personaliser
by Whynd1 » 01 Jan 2019, 19:28
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The cruise personaliser seems to be affected by the New Year gremlins.
Lindsey
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haha, wondered what i was doing wrong.!! Still amazed no ones been on you know what and its the 3rd..!!
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Last post by screwy
03 Jan 2019, 16:57
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Christmas and New Year cruise reports
by Whynd1 » 24 Dec 2018, 18:53
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I was rather hoping that we would have some lovely cruise reports of Christmas cruises.
There's some good ones on Facebook of Aurora's Christmas...
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Merry Christmas Maureen, thanks
Lindsey
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Last post by Whynd1
25 Dec 2018, 08:15
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Cruise lines drop Amsterdam.
by towny44 » 20 Dec 2018, 22:54
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Following a decision by Amsterdam to impose a day tourist tax of 8 euros per passenger on all cruise ship visits not using Amsterdam as a turnround...
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We're booked on a cruise in May on CMV's Columbus, and Amsterdam is on the itinerary.
Believe it or not, Amsterdam one of the main reasons we booked...
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Last post by Manoverboard
21 Dec 2018, 16:27
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Cunard's suites
by Whynd1 » 07 Dec 2018, 15:27
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I see that a travel agent took a booking for Cunard for the world cruise which cost £174.000
They wanted the queen's grill duplex suite, but...
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I don't know about certain cabins/suites being held back specifically for US passengers but I have heard that certain cabins are held back for full...
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Last post by Dancing Queen
07 Dec 2018, 21:33
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The Baltics
by Stephen » 14 Oct 2018, 10:30
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Booked a cruise for next year to the Baltics (Scandinavia & Russia). First time for us so welcome any advice. Already know about visas for Russia...
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Thanks for the info kaymar, I'll bear it in mind.
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Last post by Stephen
06 Dec 2018, 12:46
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Wifi on Board
by johnds » 20 Nov 2018, 20:42
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Is the speed of Wifi on board quicker on the ship's computers in the library than the wifi in the cabins?
Can someone please remind of the current...
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But of course that depends on your personal spend and whether you'd bother to buy the free stuff if it wasn't given away.
We are elite on Princess...
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Last post by Kenmo1
23 Nov 2018, 17:08
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P&O Dubai fly cruises
by allatc » 21 Nov 2018, 12:05
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Has anyone done a fly cruise from Dubai.
Which airlines do P&O use to get you to Dubai
Do you get put in economy or a higher grade ?
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We booked Dubia fly cruise from Glasgow with P&O for February 2019. The flights we were allocated Emirates economy (Dreamliner) 30kg hold luggage...
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Last post by Happydays
22 Nov 2018, 23:38
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Insurance payout problem
by Ray Scully » 13 Nov 2018, 14:12
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Just had to cancel a cruise due to illness. Insurers playing hardball regarding paying out. What avenues are open to me to contest them TIA
Ray
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Any news on the making a claim front, Ray ? :thumbup: :thumbdown:
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Last post by Manoverboard
20 Nov 2018, 09:05
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Lifts....
by david63 » 30 Oct 2018, 16:06
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Just read one of the best questions ever on Facecloth...
Do the lifts go up and down or does one go up and one go down?
Next question will be...
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A true story about a safe that my brother told me when they were in India, Gill.
They checked in to the hotel and were pleased with the overall...
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Last post by barney
31 Oct 2018, 15:47
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Quizzical Bob goes Round the Horn
by Quizzical Bob » 19 Feb 2018, 22:48
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1. Prologue
Having done quite a few cruises in local waters we have started to get more adventurous lately and getting disillusioned with P&O we...
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Conclusions and thoughts.
This was a truly unforgettable and wonderful holiday and we have never stopped thinking about it.
Highlights?
Chile was...
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Last post by Quizzical Bob
19 Oct 2018, 16:09
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Cruise Critic forum
by barney » 15 Oct 2018, 10:15
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Has anyone else noticed that the Cruise Critic forum has been down since the 9th October.
I sometimes flit in to see what people are moaning about...
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It's back this morning. It all seems a bit pale to me and the text is quite small. Not a patch on this site!
Carole
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Last post by CaroleF
17 Oct 2018, 09:56
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Ventura P deck
by barney » 29 Sep 2018, 15:04
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Most regulars on here will know that due to moving home and building work, we postponed this June's cruise back to next May.
Then I spotted an...
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Perhaps you are issued with free skid lids at check in.
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Last post by oldbluefox
30 Sep 2018, 16:28
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Shareholder Credit
by Grando » 21 Sep 2018, 16:02
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Hows this for service? Just applied for our OBC for our November cruise on Ventura at 15.31 by email and at 15.38 we received notification that it...
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Applied for mine 2 weeks ago,not heard a thing,will be phoning next week,I’m sure it’s all in hand, HL are usually pretty on the ball.we go in a...
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Last post by screwy
21 Sep 2018, 16:41
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