Christmas 2009

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Wow, looks like I've missed a lot. Going to have to spend some time reading and catching up. I believe we're still booking but, my sister is having a hard time getting school schedules for 2009/2010. She told we we're going regardless but, don't want to book and have to cancel. I'd rather wait the few extra days and be sure!

Still debating with the family but it looks like we might be joining you. When do we have to commit to the hotel and what type of deposit is required?

The deposit for the cruise is 25%. I just need to know your room needs at the hotel for right now. No deposit or anything is needed for another several months on the hotel.

Love the Christmas Flyer Nina! Great details and it's just getting me more excited about the whole trip.

Actually, Tina created the flyer but yes it is terrific! She is pouring a lot of work into this as well and should be thanked.

Kudos to both Tina and Nina! I think you're both doing outstanding work for these forums!

Still in the discussion stages but, you all sound like a very fun group. Can't believe that A) You have not just one Cunard group but, several B) You seem to be having success filing the cabins and C) That we can freely post on here. This site has been a wonderful find!

Now getting back to Christmas. We could have as many as 7 cabins or as few as 2 if we decide to book. What categories do you still have available?

Greetings from Caesar's Atlantic City! We decided to take a much needed long weekend. Nina, we'll be booking no later than Wednesday. Christmas is a yes with two cabins, 4th of July is still in debate but at least one cabin, the kids aren't sure they want to go on that one.

Well I'll catch up with you all later. Right now there is a blackjack table waiting to take my money

Life from the Porthole wrote:

Still in the discussion stages but, you all sound like a very fun group. Can't believe that A) You have not just one Cunard group but, several B) You seem to be having success filing the cabins and C) That we can freely post on here. This site has been a wonderful find!

Now getting back to Christmas. We could have as many as 7 cabins or as few as 2 if we decide to book. What categories do you still have available?

So happy that you are starting to feel at home here

As for cabins, I have the most space left in Categories B2, B1 & B5, several left in the A's, 4 P1's left, no P2's (Although, I can trade with P1 if I need too and if there are P2's left on the ship) and a couple Q5's. I also have several in the D4-D2 categories. 2 left in D5 (Nick, if you are reading this don't panic, I have already set aside yours!) So depending on what you need we should be able to accommodate. Hope you can join us!

Sorry I haven't been on all week, we did well in AC for once! And we decided to stay a bit longer than originally planned and I've been playing catch up at work.

Nina, after long discussions with our kids, we will be booking, 3 cabins instead of 2, they each are bringing friends along for both sailings. All parties are over 21, so, we don't need anything special as far as permission or anything is that correct?
Either Maria or I will be in touch on Monday with the payments. We're still trying to figure out cabin selections.

We're also in the planning stages but, certainly interested. I'm sorry to say it takes a while to get my family organized but, we'll absolutely book with the group for Christmas.

Hi Eddie,

No, if they are over 21 then you don't need any parental waivers or the like. How fun that your "kids" will have friends along

Danny, give me an idea of what cabin types you are thinking about. On May 17th I revise the group block and have to have deposits on any unsold cabins that I want to hang on to. The more cabins I have under deposit by that date for the group the more we can hold for newcomers. If you can deposit prior to May 17th that would help a lot but otherwise, I will want to make sure to try and hold as many cabins as possible in the right categories.

Can you believe how fast this year is going and you imagine how excited we'll be getting by May, 2009?

AmbianceTraveler wrote:

Hi Eddie,

No, if they are over 21 then you don't need any parental waivers or the like. How fun that your "kids" will have friends along

Danny, give me an idea of what cabin types you are thinking about. On May 17th I revise the group block and have to have deposits on any unsold cabins that I want to hang on to. The more cabins I have under deposit by that date for the group the more we can hold for newcomers. If you can deposit prior to May 17th that would help a lot but otherwise, I will want to make sure to try and hold as many cabins as possible in the right categories.

Wow, better make some calls to the family today then. We usually sail in Category A but, if necessary we'll go down to Category B. I'll guestimate 3 firm cabins and 4 maybe cabins. They don't all need to be together or adjoining.

Where is everyone? Cruising?

I was thinking the same thing. I've been around but busy, I wish I was cruising!

Hello Loves - no I haven't fallen off the face of the earth, just off a horse and been laid up for a few weeks, on the mend though. Nina, obliviously I'm running late but, we're still booking so don't give up hope! And, I know about the price increase after the 17th, we'll deal with it.

And, by the way, CONGRATULATIONS!

Hey look at the cruise ticker only 582 days until we sail!!

I'm here too - just lurking and trying to make decisions about a few things.

Glad you're OK Patrick! I sent a PM so check your box.

Thanks for your concern all, I'll be fine, just some badly bruised ribs and sprained wrist. And yes ladies, I'll be fine for dancing!

Nina, a heads up, a few friends from my University days at Trinity are interested, I'm meeting them this evening to give them the details.

Cool!!


This would be an awesome trip!

Haven't done a Cunard holiday sailing in ages, so I'm beyond overdue.
Think I'll pay a visit to the on board booking office when I get on QM2 this Thursday!

We'd love you to join the gang Vic! Where in Jersey Vic? I'm down the shore in Spring Lake, thus the screen name.

Still trying to get my scheduling straight so I can get away for 15-16 days but, still very interested in booking the Holiday cruise.