First, three days before we departed for Amsterdam, we were advised by phone the we would be downgraded from our original stateroom due to "overbooking" to a lesser stateroom without a "French balcony".
Our tour had to be revised as a result the closing of locks along the Moselle River due to routine, annual maintenance which, apparently caught Vantage Travel Company by surprise. Definitely, a lack of communications between Vantage and the German government.
My poor wife was the recipient of spilled tomato soup on her clothes at dinner on Monday nite -- as a result of a less than attentive food server. Fortunately, she was not burned or injured and the cruise line provided laundry service for her attire. I asked for and have received assurances that we will receive free laundry service for the remainder of the cruise. We also received a bottle of French wine with the ship's apologies.
And, finally, the "easy walking" tours have been considerably less than easy. More than a couple of miles over cobble stone paths have been rather routine which has been rather difficult on us. There are many elderly folks on board, many with canes, who struggle quite a lot with the adventures.
Much more pleasant info and pics documenting our sail down the Rhine River to follow.
In meantime, cheers.
Take care of yourselves. It surprises me that the German government would not have communicated their plans. They seemed so efficient and unwavering when I was last there. I pray that you are able to let the frustrations go and just enjoy the good. I love you both.
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