Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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05/13/11 12:17 PM
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Jim: As I mentioned in my email, we have cancelled SPLASH. We were not even looking for another cruise. . . . Regent just had an offer for their November Barcelona-Dubai itinerary that was not possible to resist.
With the great crowd on board your cruise, it will no doubt be wonderful. I'll be following Seamail every day. ;)
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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05/13/11 01:44 PM
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Well OK Jackie. Sorry to have you go. :mecry:
Jim
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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05/23/11 08:06 AM
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I think you can book excursions tomorrow May 24th. :D
Jim
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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05/24/11 08:43 AM
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Jan and I requested our excursions this morning. We had gone through the "potential" list that was posted on the web site and everyone of the ones we decided on were listed. Guess we will wait and see if we get them.
Jim
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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06/24/11 12:29 PM
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Jan and I are scheduled to arrive in Rome at 7:50 am on Friday November 18th. Regent will take us to our hotel. Will need to put our luggage in storage since it is to early to check in.
ROME TOURS: Would like to set something up and do a 1/2 day approx 4 hour tour both the 18th and again on the 19th.
MY QUESTION TO EVERYONE: I realize most of you will be arriving on the 19th on real early flights. If we were to set up some sort of "group 1/2 day tour" beginning around 1:00 pm 1. Would you be interested? 2. What type of tour would you prefer? (Vatcan or city tour) My thoughts are if we can do this and there is interest we could set something up and Jan and I would do the opposite the day before.
Thoughts and comments would be appreciated.
Jim
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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07/19/11 08:48 AM
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Received an email from Susan Wempe. We must be getting close because she needs to confirm information from us! :D :banana:
Jim
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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07/27/11 06:58 PM
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We have signed on for the cruise. We are Susan and Jeff from Tucson, AZ. This is our first time on Mariner - our 4th Regent Cruise. We are going 3 days early and staying at the Hilton Cavalieri...
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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07/28/11 07:50 AM
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Welcome Susan and Jeff. :hello1: I will put you on the roll call. :D
Jim
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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08/02/11 12:50 PM
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:( :mecry: Just found out that (RPM) Pat and Ray cancelled. Darn it anyway.
Jim
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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08/24/11 12:34 PM
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Making dinner reservations open up on September 6th. Does anyone have any thoughts about this? Is there any kind of plans for the group to all sit in the same area one night?
Jim
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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08/26/11 09:07 AM
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Let's coordinate, Jim...let me know what your plans are and when you are logging on.
"Life is dull without a Cruise to look forward to!"
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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08/26/11 02:02 PM
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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09/06/11 06:21 AM
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Need to make reservations today. Anyone have comments??
2:16 pm
Here are some dates to be aware of. (subject to change). 11/21 Captain's welcome aboard party.
11/25 Regent Loyalty cruise Party
12/01 Captain' farewell Party
Jim
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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09/12/11 08:54 AM
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69 days from today. Has everyone got their excursions and specialty restaurants taken care of? :lct:
Jim
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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09/26/11 12:57 PM
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Jan and I will be flying into (EWR) Newark on November 17th. Arrive at 04:04 pm and take off for (FCO) Rome at 05:34 pm Does anyone know if we would have time to stop at a currency exchange? Course that is hoping there is one somewhere between where our flight from Denver arrives and we take off for Rome.
Jim
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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09/26/11 02:58 PM
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Jim, you might do better getting euros from ATM at FCO.
Most currency exchanges charge fees and also have unfavorable rates.
Have a great crossing!
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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09/26/11 03:20 PM
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Jim I'd get a few from local bank if that makes you feel better vs using ATM in FCO... have never used those airport places - actually rarely get from bank I'd do what Ted suggests
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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09/26/11 04:01 PM
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Jim, we have gotten euros from ATM at FCO in Rome probably 6 times, never any problem and it's the most economical way as well. Make sure you and Jan BOTH bring an ATM card, one time (not Rome) Tom's BofA ATM card didn't work (demagnetized maybe?) so we were happy we had mine. Also, good idea to call your bank and cc companies to make them aware you're traveling out of the country.
Tim (Ajax), I just noticed that you're from Los Gatos...have kids, S-I-L's (Los Gatos High/UCSB/USC MBA) entire family all from there (inlaws - Susan & Ron Fagin)...we visit often & LOVE that area !!!
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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09/26/11 04:36 PM
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Originally posted by Jim B: Jan and I will be flying into (EWR) Newark on November 17th. Arrive at 04:04 pm and take off for (FCO) Rome at 05:34 pm Does anyone know if we would have time to stop at a currency exchange? Course that is hoping there is one somewhere between where our flight from Denver arrives and we take off for Rome. Jim, Do you know if your domestic flight lands in the same terminal as your intl flight? Not trying to scare you but for Newark that's a pretty tight connection, so I wouldn't count on having time to get euros. I know that in terminal C there is a foreign exchange window but I've never used it. I would also recommend using an ATM when you get to Rome. Are you using Regent transfer to get to your hotel? If so, you could wait until you get to the city to get to an ATM.
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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09/26/11 05:31 PM
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Marcie -- Yes, we love living in Los Gatos! Both sons attended LGHS and all local schools, and Penny and I are very involved in local non-profits and community groups. Since we have missed connecting on a Regent cruise, let me know the next time you are heading to the area and we'd love to meet up! Tim
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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09/27/11 08:24 AM
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Yes we are using Regent transfer to get to the hotel but I am not sure if the tip is included. If it is then no problem.
When I pulled up the Newark airport map it shows Continental flights in concourse C. I did not see them located at any other concourse unless I missed something. All of our flights are on Continental so I hope that helps.
Thank you everyone for your comments.
Jim
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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09/27/11 08:41 AM
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Jim, sometimes Continentals domestic flights arrive at Terminal A or B, especially now that theyre merging with United. International flights are out of C.
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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09/30/11 06:26 AM
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Here is your cute SPLASH pin!
Karen Live long and prosper
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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09/30/11 10:32 AM
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Now that is really neat!!
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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09/30/11 10:42 AM
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Love it.......but sure hoping the seas are a little calmer than they are on that pin! Won't be long now! :app: :woh:
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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09/30/11 01:02 PM
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Never thought of that Kathy! :eek: I agree with you. :D
Jim
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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09/30/11 02:13 PM
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That is WAY cute. Love it.
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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09/30/11 03:02 PM
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REALLY cute pin, the BK group pins just keep getting better and better and better with each one.
Makes me wish I could go on them all just to have the pin.
JoAnn
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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09/30/11 05:12 PM
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Great pin! If there are any left over please save one for me Ngaire
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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10/01/11 03:25 AM
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Will do Arlene. I know you like your PIN collection.
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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10/01/11 03:25 AM
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Will do Arlene. I know you like your PIN collection.
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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10/15/11 02:00 PM
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Are we worried??? I see there were riots in Rome today!!
Jim
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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10/15/11 03:45 PM
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Jim, I would worry if you were going this week, that's for sure!
Karen Live long and prosper
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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10/16/11 08:37 AM
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We go next week....we can always cancel the visit to Rome and stay near the port
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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10/21/11 01:52 PM
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30 days fromn TODAY we will be on the Seven Seas Mariner :3smile:
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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10/21/11 02:05 PM
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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10/29/11 03:02 PM
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you'all have a great crossing. Hope the weather is perfect and the ports are perfect and everyone has a great time.
We get to do it next year.
JoAnn
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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10/30/11 04:40 AM
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Thanks. Been watching the weather and it was back into the mid 70's. Hope it stays that way.
Jim
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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10/31/11 09:51 AM
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16 days before we leave the house. 17 days before our long flight begins. 20 days before we board the Seven Seas Mariner.
Getting anxious now. :nw:
Jim
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Re: NEW SPLASH - Mariner 11/20/11
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11/04/11 07:46 AM
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Received our Documents yesterday!! Well it is sort of documents. Actually it is a very nice information booklet explaining things in detail and some luggage tags. :banana: :woh: :chicken:
Jim
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