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ATA GEMS   

Australia to Asia  -  Diamond Princess

21st February - 13th March 2010

 

 

Western Australia & Asia SYD/LC1 20 Days
Day Ports of Call Arrives Departs
Day 1.....Feb 21st  Depart Sydney, Australia   21:00
Day 2.....Feb 22nd At Sea    
Day 3.....Feb 23rd Melbourne, Australia 08:00 18:00
Day 4.....Feb 24th At Sea    
Day 5.....Feb 25th Hobart (Tasmania), Australia 07:00 17:00
Day 6.....Feb 26th At Sea    
Day 7.....Feb 27th Adelaide, Australia 07:00 16:00
Day 8.....Feb 28th At Sea    
Day 9.... Mar 1st At Sea    
Day 10...Mar 2nd Fremantle, Australia 07:00 17:00
Day 11...Mar 3rd Geraldton, Australia 07:00 17:00
Day 12...Mar 4th At Sea    
Day 13...Mar 5th At Sea    
Day 14...Mar 6th At Sea    
Day 15...Mar 7th At Sea    
Day 16...Mar 8th Singapore 09:00 18:00
Day 17...Mar 9th At Sea    
Day 18...Mar 10th Ho Chi Minh City (Phu My), Vietnam 07:00 17:30
Day 19...Mar 11th At Sea    
Day 20...Mar 12th Sihanoukville (Angkor Wat), Cambodia 07:00 17:00
Day 21...Mar 13th Arrive Bangkok (Laem Chabang), Thailand 07:00

 

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MEET & GREET

DATE: February 22, 2010

TIME: 11:00am – 12:00pm

PLACE: Skywalkers Nightclub

REQ: No Host Bar (everyone pays for own drinks)

Meet & Greet

DATE: March 4, 2010

TIME: 10:30am – 11:30pm

PLACE: Skywalkers Nightclub

REQ: No Host Bar (everyone pays for own drinks)

Thanks to Scmexico ( Bill & Helen ) for organizing these two meetings.

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ATA GEMS

happycruzer………..  Sandra & Eddie. ........Airdrie, Scotland..........C757
ConnyR……………..Conny & Juergen. .....Germany.......................................Our Leader..........D325..........Traditional (Second Seating)                       
chaboey……………. Heidi & Greg .............Toronto Canada
marisandjim……….. Maris & Jim ..............Vadnais Heights
PineLakeCruiser…...Carol & Ed ................Sammamish
Scmexico…………....Helen & Bill ..............San Carlos Mexico.......................Meet & Greet Organizers.........Anytime Dining
mreasier ……………Bonnie & Wayne ......Carson City
luvsailing……………Al & Joan ..................Granada Hills California
lotus 48 ......................Jose & John...............England
harrco ........................Duke& Mary ............Denver
Dave P………………Emily & Dave……....Briar
..........B637
aussie lil……………..Lilly & Chuck…........Sydney
sheep………………..Jill & Les.................. New Zealand
……………………… &Marilyn & Mike
beachsurfer………….Russ & Shirlee.........  Lake Maquarie NSW
……………………... & Ossie & Leanne
Bemidji……………... Patricia & Michael…Florida
marinating………….. Marina & Dennis…..Melbourne
bear………………….Carola & John……...Canberra
…………………….…&Aunt Elisabeth
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amarah……………..Tamarah &Gary…...Adelaide..........A209..........Anytime Dining
lilyfield……………….??...............................Rotorua
seasooze……………..Sue & Norm……......Queensland
happy cruiser K……. Kay & Jack………....Oregon........E707..........Traditional (Second Seating)
tidal…………………. Yvonne & Peter........Brisbane
Rrambler…………… Allan & Sue………..Melbourne
ocjohn………………. Jeannine & John......Orange County
GrannyOakley……… Barbara……………Forster NSW
AndrewK……………? Andrew?..................Forster
lwpa…………………  Diane & Larry………Las Vegas
time4sun……………..Mike & Lydia.............Oregon...........A744
Betelve……………….Betty & Myrna …… Glendale..........Traditional (Second Seating)
Calhills……………….Margaret & Fern….. Ontario
50plus………………...Stella & Ed………….Nanaimo, Canada
loose1958…………….Vicky & Larry………Hobart
buccangnomes..…….. Sandy & John……….Australia..........E106..........Anytime Dining
Painter……………….Marlene & Fred…….Queensland..........D707..........Traditional Dining (Early Seating)
solosailer1…………...Colleen………………NSW-Australia
luvtocruz2……………Meryle & Bill………..North Carolina..........D705
sailor4812……………Bernie & Robyn……..Perth Australia..........Traditional (Second Seating)
nana211……………   Karreen & Al………..Lacey WA
oscarsdad……………Bob & Margaret….....Australia
…………………….....&. Ann & Ron
allinga 2259………….Judy & Kevin………. Australia

Jofannie & Mark........Jofannie & Mark........Olympia Washington..........D205

cruise honey................Bill & Jan....................Texas

Scooter pie…………..Sandy………………...Seattle

DWP............................Dave & Susan............Courtenay BC Canada

Cruisepaul...................Paul & Salina.............Toronto Canada..........E606

 

 

 

Note: Cabin numbers are at this time as Princess can upgrade!

 

For your cabin number to be added please email marleneanneau@yahoo.com

 


 

  DON'T FORGET TO PACK!

Battery alarm clock (there wasn't one in cabin on Sapphire)
Small amount of washing powder....to wash small and lightweight items in bathroom sink in cabin.
Round Peg Wash-line to hang on shower head.
Highlighter...to highlight the things of interested for the day (Princess Patters newspaper)
Seasick Tablets & Bands. ( I got seasick from NZ to Hobart and had to chase around for tablets)

 

Luvsailing suggests...

Multiplug electrical outlet so I can plug in phone, camera, etc.
A foldable hamper. Dirty clothes go right into the hamper and then get packed in one suitcase at the end of the trip.
Hanging shoe bag which I put over the bathroom door. I put miscellaneous stuff in there to relieve clutter in the cabin.
Duct tape. Has numerous uses - repairing rips, etc.
Don't forget camera, phone, lap top, etc. chargers.
Tylenol, pepto bismol, antihistamines, any over the counter medicine you might need. The ships usually charge obscene amounts for pills.
I bring a calendar so I can have all our plans readily available and in one place. I also write in the calendar the clothes I will wear each day which is a great help in packing. I don't always follow the plan but at least it helps in not packing too much.

 

 

luvtocruz2...

On our last cruise we packed Purex all in one laundry sheets. It's like a fabric softener sheet, but it has detergent, non-static cling, and fabric softener all in one. Packs well and worked great in the Princess machines. No mess with powders.
Meryle

 

scmexico...

The best suggestion I have used is heavy clips or clothes pins for the bottom of the shower curtain. You need about 6. They keep the curtain from hugging you.

 

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MONEY CONVERSION

As of the 1/2/2010

Please note: This information was taken from surfing the net. I cannot guarantee it to be correct and therefore will not accept any responsibility should it prove to be otherwise. This is only given as an overall guide.

 

AUSTRALIA

1.00 AUD

=

0.883223 USD

 

SINGAPORE

1.00 AUD

=

1.24771 SGD

You can find ATMs that accept certain cards. The local currency unit is the Singapore dollar.

VIETNAM

1.00 AUD

=

16,322.52 VND

US dollars maybe accepted by certain venders. However, smaller operators like street vendors and cyclo drivers expect payment in Dong.

 

CAMBODIA

1.00 AUD

=

3700 KHR

Cambodian money. The currency is the Riel but US dollars are sometimes accepted and exchanged. Street vendors may like Riel.

BANGKOK

1.00 AUD

=

29.3351 THB

Thai Baht are used. There are ATMs and currency exchange services.

 


 

Luggage tags will be available at the pier

If you are unable to print out your luggage tags via Princess Cruise Personalizer, you can get your T.A. to do it for you or pick them up at the pier before boarding. To make them stronger, just laminate them or cover them with clear sticky tape.

 

Clothing Recommendations  

What are the Ata Gems men wearing on Formal Nights.

Looks like some will be in a tux...some in suits and some in a nice jacket and slacks.

Now everyone can feel comfortable and enjoy these 3 special nights.

(Taken from Princess website)

Smart Casual - Passenger attire should be in keeping with what they would wear to a nice restaurant at home.
Skirts/dresses, slacks, and sweaters for ladies
Pants and open-neck shirts for men

Inappropriate dinner wear such as pool or beach attire, shorts, ball caps and casual jeans (with fraying and/or holes) are not permitted in the dining rooms. Shoes must be worn.

Formal - When formal nights are held, please observe the dress code in the Traditional Dining and Anytime Dining venues for the enjoyment of all our guests.
Evening gown, cocktail dress, or elegant pant suit for women
Tuxedo, dark suit or dinner jacket and slacks for men

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Searching the internet I found...

Something to do in Melbourne

Melbourne Cruise

http://www.viator.com/tours/Melbourne/Highlights-of-Melbourne-Cruise/d384-3013SIGHTAB/TR

I used Viator in Singapore and found them to be excellent. (Marlene)

 

Something to do in Hobart

Village In A Village

If you are just doing your own "CBD Tour" of Hobart this may interest you.

http://www.about-australia.com/travel-guides/tasmania/hobart/attractions/museum/village-in-a-villa-hanby-town/

 

Something to do in Adelaide

Adelaide Botanical Gardens

http://www.environment.sa.gov.au/botanicgardens/

 

Something to do in Fremantle

Fremantle Prison

http://www.fremantleprison.com.au/Visit_Us/Tourpices/Pages/default.aspx

 

Something to do in Geraldton

 

Live Lobster Factory

 

GERALDTON  Information

Geraldton Fishermen’s Co-operative Live Lobster Factory

http://www.brolos.com.au/

I received this reply to my email. Admission is $10.00 adults  $5.00 pensioners

 

Hi Marlene
The tour will be open on that day. It commences at 9.30. It is best to be there early and remember to wear covered shoes. Just tell the tour guide (Annie) that you are from Qld and she will look after you!!!
 
Regrads
Brad Crear
General Manager, Operations
 
 
HMAS Sydney II Memorial

 

 

 

Worth Knowing (Info from Princess website)

Cambodia    Sihanoukville City Tour


If you plan on doing a tour that includes a visit to
meet the children at a local kindergarten to observe their school activities - children spend their day at the school while their parents work in their gardens and fields. You may want to bring some small gifts to share with the children. Pencils, rubbers, paper, books, etc, are greatly appreciated.

 

Suitable attire

Suitable attire is required for palace and temple visits. Shorts are not permitted. Women must have their shoulders and knees covered. Turtleneck shirts for men are not allowed. Wear comfortable low-heeled, closed-toe (no open toes or heels) walking shoes. Footwear must be removed before entering temples.

 

 

 

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Found this searching the WWW

Sapphire Princess Bar Menus

It was posted in 2009 so the prices may have changed. It gives an idea of Princess  Bar Menus

http://schplinky.smugmug.com/Sapphire-Princess/Bar-Menus/9875800_wZ3JR#672768077_Drd9Y

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Suite benefits are.....

  • Mini-Suites -- In Room Amenities
  • Luxury mattresses
  • Luxury ivory satin pinstripe bed linens
  • Fluffy duvets in place of blankets
  • Luggage protector on bed at embarkation
  • Pillow menu - option of feather or therapeutic pillows
  • Luxury towels
  • Glass of champagne at embarkation
  • Upgraded bathroom amenities (shampoo, conditioner, body wash and lotion)
  • Suite Amenities: -- In Room Amenities
  • Luxury mattresses
  • Luxury ivory satin pinstripe bed linens
  • Fluffy duvets in place of blankets
  • Luggage protector on bed at embarkation
  • Luxury bathrobes
  • Luxury towels
  • Pillow menu - option of feather or therapeutic pillows
  • Massage shower heads
  • Luxury bathroom amenities (shampoo, conditioner, body lotion, bath gel, plus new lip balm, gel eye mask, bath salts and loofah mitts)
  • Facial mist (choice of scents)
  • Complimentary slippers
  • Fresh flower arrangement
  • Complimentary corsage and boutonniere on first formal night
  • Complimentary mini-bar - one-time set up
  • Combined DVD/CD Players
  • DVD Library - each vessel has a 100-title DVD library available to suite passengers
  • Halo light magnifying vanity mirrors on vanity Upgraded room amenities, including ice bucket and tray, leather wallet for cruise card, high quality pen, combined clothes brush, lint remover and shoe horn, shoe cleaning mitt, sewing kit, white cloth laundry bag, black cloth shoe shining bag
  • Complimentary Princess tote bag
  • Umbrella for use during the cruise
  •  (Taken from Princess Website)
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    Bangkok Places of Interest

    Viator Tours

    http://www.viator.com/bangkok-tours/d343-ttd?pref=02&aid=g1785

    I booked Viator Tours when we went to Singapore for a weeks holiday. I booked and paid for them before we left Australia. I found them to be very good. Read the reviews.

    Nongnooch Tropical Garden

    http://www.nongnoochtropicalgarden.com/en/aboutUs.php

    Pattaya Area

    http://www.sawasdee-hotels.com/nearby-pattaya.html

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    ONBOARD LAUNDRY

    Take advantage of our onboard laundry and dry cleaning service for a nominal fee. All laundry is returned within 48 hours, or on the same day with our express service. We also offer self-service coin-operated launderettes.

    Full suite passengers and Elite Captain’s Circle members also enjoy complimentary laundry and dry cleaning services.

    Charges for self-service launderettes, hours and laundry soap vary by ship and are subject to change without notice. Please refer to the below-listed table for specifics:

    Diamond

    Princess

     WASHING MACHINE $1.00 per load   DRYER $1.00 per load  DETERGENT$1.00 per packet LAUNDRY ROOM HOURS 24 Hours **

    * Please note that irons/ironing boards are available in the self-service laundry rooms. Ironing and using personal clothes steamers is NOT permitted in any stateroom.
    **Prices are subject to change.
    ***May be closed late at night due to noise at the discretion of the purser.

    Info from Princess Website

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    Average Weather in Bangkok for March
      Sunlight 8   hours a day
      Coldest daily temperature 25   Celsius
      Warmest daily temperature 34   Celsius
      Coldest March temperature 18   Celsius
      Warmest March temperature 40   Celsius
      Discomfort High  
      Morning Humidity 93   percent
      Evening Humidity 56   percent
      Rain 37   mm a day
      Wet days for March 3   days

     

     

    Information for Passengers with Australian Passports

    Thank you to Sailor4812 for this information


     

     

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