Cruise Talk: Any SS Rembrandt/Premiere CL News?

Cruise Talk

Cruise News

Welcome to Cruise Talk the Internet's most popular discussion forum dedicated to cruising. Stop by Cruise Talk anytime to post a message or find out what your fellow passengers and industry insiders are saying about a particular ship, cruise line or destination.

>>> Reader Reviews
>>> CruisePage.com Photo Gallery
>>> Join Our Cruise Club.

Latest News...Disney Cruise Line announced today that the honorary role of "godparent" for its new ship, the Disney Treasure, will be held by The Walt Disney Company cast, crew, Imagineers and employees around the world. The profound declaration is a heartfelt tribute to the more than 200,000 dreamers and doers who make every Disney entertainment, vacation and at-home experience possible. Disney Cruise Line is proud to celebrate...

Latest News...Carnival Cruise Line is adding to its line-up of 2026/27 deployment with sailings from New York City on Carnival Venezia, and more Long Beach sailings on Carnival Firenze and Carnival Radiance. “Our two Carnival Fun Italian Style ships offer great options from the east and west coasts, conveniently connecting New York and Long Beach to popular destinations, while delivering unique experiences on board...

Latest News...Vacationers are in for more ways to make memories across Royal Caribbean’s latest combination of tropical and Northeast 2026-27 getaways. The lineup of 12 Royal Caribbean ships rounds out a variety of adventures across Florida, Texas, Puerto Rico and the Northeast for every type of family and vacationer to get away any time of year. Crown & Anchor Society loyalty members...

More Cruise News...

my profile | register | search | faq | forum home

»	Cruise Talk » Ocean Liners and Classic Cruise Ships » Any SS Rembrandt/Premiere CL News?

UBBFriend: Email this page to someone!

Author

Topic: Any SS Rembrandt/Premiere CL News?

seablu
Just Boarded
Member # 1475

posted 07-31-2000 09:03 AM

I am planning to sail on the Rembrandt August 6. I am aware of the problems that the Rembrandt has been having with her A/C and boilers. Does anyone know if these problems have been remedied, and if the ship sailed from New York yesterday without any problems? I am especially curious since the ship just ended the charter and is now back sailing with Premiere.
I have read so many things about the Rembrandt, good and bad. I have always loved ocean liners and hope that I will not be disappointed in this ship that I have wanted to see for so long. I have a cabin on A deck and I am hoping that it will be cool there. I heard that B deck is the warmest. Does anyone have suggestions for things to see on the ship or places to see in Quebec, Sydney, Portland, or Newport?

Overall is this an OK cruise?

Thanks,

Seablu

Posts: 4 | Registered: Jul 2000 | IP: Logged

Cambodge
First Class Passenger
Member # 906

posted 07-31-2000 10:44 AM

Our July 6 Didion-Premier cruise was excellent, over somE of the same routes. We would like to take one of the NYC Canada trips on Rembrandt this autumn. If the price is right, primarily so we can trave on that great ship again. But the BRB option --fuggetaboutit!

In the northeast ports, out major quest was lobster!

[This message has been edited by Cambodge (edited 07-31-2000).]

Posts: 2149 | From: St. Michaels MD USA , the town that fooled the British! | Registered: Nov 1999 | IP: Logged

paulaf
First Class Passenger
Member # 1493

posted 08-05-2000 08:14 PM

We did a 7/22 on the Rembrandt out of Baltimore to Freeport, Port Canaveral, Savannah & Charleston. We had no A/C problems, our cabin was 114 on the lower promenade but you are correct about the B deck - heard some complain about A/C there. Don't miss the art & history tour - it was one of the best activities offered. Can't advise about your itinerary but I will say do your homework and don't depend on the on-ship shore excursions folks. I found the tours offered overpriced and the information given by staff incorrect. For example, in Port Canaveral, we were told the only way to get to Cocoa Beach was to take a taxi at a fare of $25.00 one way. Turns out there was a "fun bus" that you could ride for $5.00 all day that took you right there - the drivers were exceptioally helpful and even arranged a bus to Kennedy Space Center since many had asked. This was our first cruise so I have no basis for comparison but I had a wonderful time -- excellent crew. The ship is truly beautiful and perhaps should really be a museum but I feel fortunate to have sailed on it! You'll have a great time and meets lots of interesting people.

Posts: 10 | From: Baltimore, MD 21220 | Registered: Aug 2000 | IP: Logged

Cambodge
First Class Passenger
Member # 906

posted 08-08-2000 02:07 PM

How heavily was the ship booked?

I heard that the Didion/Baltimore cruises were sellouts or near so.

And the Premier bookings were well short of optimal.

One would think there would be a lesson here for the Premier headshed.

Baltimore Port of Origin and Didion's promotions including an outstanding web site were sellouts.

Premier's Ports of Origin and their promotions, lousy.

Or do I exaggerate?

Posts: 2149 | From: St. Michaels MD USA , the town that fooled the British! | Registered: Nov 1999 | IP: Logged

Knicksin6
Just Boarded
Member # 1304

posted 08-08-2000 03:13 PM

Just returned from the Rembrandt 7/30 cruise to Montreal and it was a fantastic experience. The ship is beautiful and the crew keeps it spotless. I can't say enough good things about the crew, everybody was very friendly and go out of their way to make the passengers feel special. On this cruise we had 899 passengers.

Posts: 5 | Registered: May 2000 | IP: Logged

Cambodge
First Class Passenger
Member # 906

posted 08-09-2000 08:27 AM

OK, fine. What now?

Premier is currently flacking cruises to Montreal on the BRB. Ugh!

Posts: 2149 | From: St. Michaels MD USA , the town that fooled the British! | Registered: Nov 1999 | IP: Logged

koch
First Class Passenger
Member # 1483

posted 08-09-2000 08:58 AM

they seem to have found someone who's interested in buying the rembrandt but i could not find out who
does anyone know something?

Posts: 138 | From: all over the 7 seas | Registered: Aug 2000 | IP: Logged

All times are ET (US)

Ultimate Bulletin Board^TM 6.1.0.3

VACATION & CRUISE SPECIALS

Check out these great deals from CruisePage.com

Royal Caribbean - Bahamas Getaway from $129 per person

Description: Experience the beautiful ports of Nassau and Royal Caribbean's private island - CocoCay on a 3-night Weekend Getaway to the Bahamas. Absorb everything island life has to offer as you snorkel with the stingrays, parasail above the serene blue waters and walk the endless white sand beaches. From Miami.

Carnival - 4-Day Bahamas from $229 per person

Description: Enjoy a wonderful 3 Day cruise to the fun-loving playground of Nassau, Bahamas. Discover Nassau, the capital city as well as the cultural, commercial and financial heart of the Bahamas. Meet the Atlantic Southern Stingrays, the guardians of Blackbeard's treasure.

NCL - Bermuda - 7 Day from $499 per person

Description: What a charming little chain of islands. Walk on pink sand beaches. Swim and snorkel in turquoise seas. Take in the historical sights. They're stoically British and very quaint. Or explore the coral reefs. You can get to them by boat or propelled by fins. You pick. Freestyle Cruising doesn't tell you where to go or what to do. Sure, you can plan ahead, or decide once onboard. After all, it's your vacation. There are no deadlines or must do's.

Holland America - Eastern Caribbean from From $599 per person

Description: White sand, black sand, talcum soft or shell strewn, the beaches of the Eastern Caribbean invite you to swim, snorkel or simply relax. For shoppers, there's duty-free St. Thomas, the Straw Market in Nassau, French perfume and Dutch chocolates on St. Maarten. For history buffs, the fascinating fusion of Caribbean, Latin and European cultures. For everyone, a day spent on HAL's award winning private island Half Moon Cay.

Celebrity - 7-Night Western Mediterranean from $549 per person

Description: For centuries people have traveled to Europe to see magnificent ruins, art treasures and natural wonders. And the best way to do so is by cruise ship. Think of it - you pack and unpack only once. No wasted time searching for hotels and negotiating train stations. Instead, you arrive at romantic ports of call relaxed, refreshed and ready to take on the world.

Holland America - Alaska from From $499 per person

Description: Sail between Vancouver and Seward, departing Sundays on the ms Statendam or ms Volendam and enjoy towering mountains, actively calving glaciers and pristine wildlife habitat. Glacier Bay and College Fjord offer two completely different glacier-viewing experiences.

More Vacation & Cruise Specials...