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[Re: Mrs. Marc]
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01/05/20 04:35 AM
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Hi Tom, I too will be at that hotel. Tried to send you a PM but not sure it went thru! Olivia
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Re: LOCKS Splendor Panama Canal
[Re: Mrs. Marc]
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01/29/20 04:09 AM
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Yet another new favorite pin!!! ![[Linked Image from img.photobucket.com]](https://img.photobucket.com/albums/v495/iamtribble/locks.jpg)
Karen
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Re: LOCKS Splendor Panama Canal
[Re: Mrs. Marc]
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01/29/20 07:59 PM
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Is anyone else planning to ship luggage to San Diego (luggage free.com) ?? I We're considering shipping 1 large bag since we're going to take Amtrak from our Orange County home to the port so we don't have to lug it on and off. We've used Luggage Free several times and they were excellent.
On a previous cruise Tom & I shipped a bag from CA and Kathy & Al shipped a bag from Ohio. Since they all end up with the same port agent, we were able to link both reservations together and we both saved $$.
Cute pin Ngaire...love it !
Marcie 
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Re: LOCKS Splendor Panama Canal
[Re: petlover]
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01/30/20 04:19 AM
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Marcie, Alan and I recently road the train from San Diego to LA, after a cruise. We had one big bag and rolled it the three blocks (along with rolling carryon and personal bag for each of us) and it wasn't hard at all. But to check the bag on Amtrak, it can't weigh more than 50 lbs (must be locked) or they make you schlepp it on the train yourself (not advised). We shipped the bag to San Diego for the beginning of the cruise using Luggage Forward.
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Re: LOCKS Splendor Panama Canal
[Re: Mrs. Marc]
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02/09/20 04:05 AM
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Hi Hi 👋
Keith and I are arriving the afternoon of the 13th and are staying at the Airport Hilton on Harbor Island. Got a great deal with full brekkie and shuttle to the pier.
We are so ready for this holiday, and to see so many friends again (Hi Marcie and Tom! 😁)
Cheers!
Ash
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Re: LOCKS Splendor Panama Canal
[Re: Mrs. Marc]
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02/10/20 12:47 AM
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Just so those on the LCT board to know the embarkation night will be the KLT cocktail party. After the life boat drill. You will get an email about this once the venue and time is set. Jason Montague will be at the KLT party as he has been on the ship and will stay over for our cocktail party. Clay, Brooke and Connor, Nancy Golden, Julie Harris from our staff will all be there as well. They are all debarking that day. Thought it was nice to have the party when they are still on the ship. Unusual but it will work just fine.
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Re: LOCKS Splendor Panama Canal
[Re: Mrs. Marc]
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02/10/20 06:53 AM
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I’ll look forward to seeing them all, Ngaire! Especially your son and sweet daughter in law Brooke!
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Re: LOCKS Splendor Panama Canal
[Re: Mrs. Marc]
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02/10/20 03:44 PM
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That's great Ngaire, good idea. It will be GREAT seeing everyone !
Marcie
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Re: LOCKS Splendor Panama Canal
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02/18/20 04:47 PM
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Ken and I really look forward to meeting you Ngaire!! See you on the 14th !
Gerry
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Re: LOCKS Splendor Panama Canal
[Re: Mrs. Marc]
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02/25/20 06:20 PM
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Woo Hoo...just got approved for a guest day pass for Saturday, March 14 embarkation day when the Splendor is in San Diego. We'll take Amtrak there and back. We look forward to seeing friends on this cruise and the gorgeous new ship.
Marcie
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Re: LOCKS Splendor Panama Canal
[Re: Mrs. Marc]
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02/26/20 02:55 PM
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Marcie:
I have not heard anything from Regent on my request to smuggle guest aboard. Called and was told that they are a little behind schedule. How did they notify you that you passed inspection?
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Re: LOCKS Splendor Panama Canal
[Re: Mrs. Marc]
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02/26/20 04:51 PM
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We were originally on this cruise but took the "Bump" offer Regent offered us and switched to the Vancouver to Los Angeles cruise. I emailed Jennifer at KLT requesting a guest pass so we could come and visit on the day of embarkation (help our friends onboard unpack... haha).
I received an email with confirmation from Jennifer 3 days later.
I'm not sure just how it works. We've had friends and family come on board many times when we were the passengers. It always worked for us. Maybe you need to contact Jennifer. Email her : jennifer@ keenetravel.com
If approved, make sure your guests have photo ID etc.
Marcie
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Re: LOCKS Splendor Panama Canal
[Re: Mrs. Marc]
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02/26/20 09:35 PM
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Marcie:
Thanks for the info. I just got my email from Regent approving my guests.
I'm not a KLT customer, just someone who has been watching and using the board here for many many years. I started back when Regent had the Paul Gauguin. That was our first Regent cruise. I got great info both from the board and from the KLT web site. I am looking forward to this cruise as it it is the first time I will get to meet many of the people who have given me great advice over the years as well as the opportunity to meet and thank Ngaire.
I saw that you had jumped ship. Glad to see you will be on board for the embarkation. I will look for you and introduce myself. Hope to see you on board.
Jay (scuba diver)
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Re: LOCKS Splendor Panama Canal
[Re: Mrs. Marc]
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02/27/20 05:06 PM
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Just got an email this morning that tears the guest invitation out of my hands and rips it up in front of me. Just a little disappointing after just getting the approval yesterday.
Jay
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Re: LOCKS Splendor Panama Canal
[Re: Mrs. Marc]
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02/27/20 05:09 PM
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Yep, I just received this letter. We had already bought our train tickets. We haven't been anywhere near Asia in years or even Europe. BUMMER !! Dear Travel Partner and Valued Guests, Recently we sent a Visitor Request approval for your upcoming cruise. In an abundance of caution due to the current situation with Coronavirus, the decision has been made to stop all scheduled and pending ship visits for the foreseeable future. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience of canceling this ship visit. Please note, the visitor confirmation letter you previously received is no longer valid and will not be honored at the pier. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we manage through this evolving situation. Regent Seven Seas Cruises, Special Services Regent Seven Seas Cruises 1401 NW 136th Avenue, Suite 101 | Sunrise, FL 33323 www.RSSC.com image002.png
Marcie
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Re: LOCKS Splendor Panama Canal
[Re: petlover]
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02/27/20 06:35 PM
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I just received a notice about the visit cancellation. Disappointing but not surprising. I guess Joan and I can come down to the pier and wave to everyone. 
Dave
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Re: LOCKS Splendor Panama Canal
[Re: Mrs. Marc]
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02/27/20 06:58 PM
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I'm not seeing the difference between humans coming on board for hours or humans coming on for 2 weeks. Seems like they can take temperatures or look at passports to ensure you haven't visited certain countries within the last several months?
Marcie
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Re: LOCKS Splendor Panama Canal
[Re: Mrs. Marc]
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02/27/20 07:06 PM
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Conveniently just after all of the guests came on board for the big party in Miami. Looking for streamers that they used to throw in the old days. My daughter and future SIL will be standing on the dock as we sail.
Jay
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Re: LOCKS Splendor Panama Canal
[Re: Mrs. Marc]
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03/08/20 03:52 AM
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Arlene, please remove my name from the roll call. Thanks, Olivia
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Re: LOCKS Splendor Panama Canal
[Re: Mrs. Marc]
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03/08/20 04:00 AM
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Re: LOCKS Splendor Panama Canal
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03/08/20 09:08 PM
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I'm sorry to say that Tom and Mona also will not be on this cruise. We'll miss everyone.
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Re: LOCKS Splendor Panama Canal
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03/12/20 09:23 PM
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Marc
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We were originally on this cruise but took the "Bump" offer Regent offered us and switched to the Vancouver to Los Angeles cruise. I emailed Jennifer at KLT requesting a guest pass so we could come and visit on the day of embarkation (help our friends onboard unpack... haha).
I received an email with confirmation from Jennifer 3 days later.
I'm not sure just how it works. We've had friends and family come on board many times when we were the passengers. It always worked for us. Maybe you need to contact Jennifer. Email her : jennifer@ keenetravel.com
If approved, make sure your guests have photo ID etc. Marcie, you taking the bump offer was the smartest financial decision you have ever made - BRAVO!
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Re: LOCKS Splendor Panama Canal
[Re: Mrs. Marc]
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03/15/20 03:02 PM
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Thanks Marc, I agree.... Yesterday we got a very nice bonus when Tom looked at his Chase Visa statement and saw a credit of $8,359 (or something like that.) I'm so thankful I was a lucky one to get through to Regent and jump on the bump offer. Now I just hope things will be good for TOTEM, the cruise we exchanged for, Vancouver to LA cruise on the Mariner in September.
BTW, I'm curious....Once passengers are off the Regent, or any ships...where do the ships go? Guessing they must dock somewhere.
Marcie
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Re: LOCKS Splendor Panama Canal
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03/15/20 04:06 PM
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I heard that Disney is taking the 3 ships that are in the Atlantic (the 4th is already on the way to San Diego) to their private island, Castaway Cay. They will let one dock every third day for the crew to get off and enjoy the island. The other days they will be anchored offshore and cleaning. Nice way to treat the employees.
Susan Hall
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03/15/20 04:20 PM
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I heard that Disney is taking the 3 ships that are in the Atlantic (the 4th is already on the way to San Diego) to their private island, Castaway Cay. They will let one dock every third day for the crew to get off and enjoy the island. The other days they will be anchored offshore and cleaning. Nice way to treat the employees. And don't forget all the fresh and frozen provisions that need to be consumed by the remaining crew onboard; They deserve them.
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03/15/20 08:40 PM
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Way to go Disney! I guess they can put the crew heading for San Diego up at the Grand California hotel since the Parks are closed.
Friends who live in Miami tell me there are an enormous number of ships docked in the port and many crew are without compensation and have no where to go. We are so disappointed to have our trips cancelled but can’t imagine how devastating this situation is for all those people who work aboard these ships.
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Re: LOCKS Splendor Panama Canal
[Re: Mrs. Marc]
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03/15/20 11:07 PM
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Helen you are so right - our travel may be cancelled but the crew will really be hit hard. I have been thinking about them today. They depend on these jobs not just for themselves but their families at home.
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