The wintry weather might be back out in force this week, but here at Thomson we’ve got some news that’ll brighten up your day.
We’re excited to announce that Thomson Cruises is welcoming another cruise ship – Thomson Majesty – into its ranks. She’ll be replacing Thomson Destiny, who’s retiring from the fleet after seven years.
So, what can you expect from the switch? Well, Thomson Majesty is spacious and modern, with cabins decked out in a contemporary style. Thomson Majesty also plays host to five restaurants and the full range of bars and entertainment venues – think stylish piano bars and lounges that bring you the best in entertainment. Another of the ship’s standout features is its spa. With two saunas and seven themed treatment rooms – including a couples’ massage room – it’s the ultimate relaxation zone.
Fraser Ellacott, Managing Director of Thomson Cruises, says: “We’re thrilled to be announcing that Thomson Majesty will be joining our fleet as part of our modernisation plans. Majesty is a fantastic ship with great onboard facilities, more outside cabins, and the same first-rate service you’d expect from Thomson Cruises.”
Thomson Majesty will be taking to the seas on 4th May 2012, when she sets sail from Corfu for the Adriatic Explorer cruise. She’ll then spend the winter in the Canaries, before heading back to the Eastern Mediterranean for summer 2013. Check out the Thomson Cruises website for the full rundown of itineraries.
Hello please can you advise me how long the coach trips are for trips to Cario and Petra and Luxor, from the port to the sights. We are on the Red Sea Magic in Feb 2014. Just myself and my daughter traveling.
Thank you.
Hi Linda,
We’ve looked into this for you with our cruise team, and they’ve advised we currently don’t have updates transfer times for next year.
We’ll have the new times 3-6 months before travel. If you could contact our Customer Support Team on 0844 871 0879, in that time frame, they’ll be able to let you know.
Hi, We are doing the Adriatic Explorer cruise on June 14th. Have read we need to take our passports into Dubrovnic, is this true? Does it also apply to Sibernik? Would a photo ID section of driving license be acceptable instead?
Hi Anne, A passport or a driving licence with a picture is required for this port of call. I hope this helps.
hi can you please send me the spa price list for the majesty
thank you
Hi George, If you can e-mail thomsoncares@thomson.co.uk then I can look into this for you.
Why are none of my posts being shown. I have tried leaving two as am due to go on the Majesty next week but my posts keep disappearing. I just want to ask a very simple question so could someone please explain why this is happening. Does not look very good on Thomson.
Hi Jenny, I’m sorry for the delay in answering your posts. They won’t show until we approve them. As advised on your previous post we’re waiting for a response from our Cruise Team.
Hi, I did leave a message on here on Saturday but it seems to have disappeared. Anyway, we are sailing on the Majesty on 24/5/13 and one of our stop overs is in Rome. We have booked on the Rome on your own trip and know that the drop off is near the Vatican but it does not state where we will be picked up. Could you please let us have this information as we would like to plan our day in advance. Also are towels provided around the pool on the ship. Many thanks, Jenny.
Hi Jenny, We’ve send your query off to our Cruise Team. As soon as we’ve had a response we’ll get back to you on your previous post. The reason you can’t see it is because we haven’t approved it yet as we’re waiting for an answer.
Hi, we are travelling on the Majesty on 24th May, could you tell us if you provide pool towels. Also we have booked to go on the Rome on your own trip. It states that you are dropped off at the Vatican but does not tell us where we will be picked up. Could you please look into this for us as we would like to plan our route while in Rome but cannot until we know the pick up point. Many thanks.
Hi Jenny,
We’ve looked into this for you, and resort have advised. The usual drop off and pick up point is the Vatican City underground car park. This can change though, other pick up points that may be used are Viale Vaticano or near to St Peters Square in Lungotevere Tebaldi. I hope this helps you plan your route.
Hi, we are taking our first cruise on Majesty on 24th May. I don’t drink but my husband does, can we get drinks package for only him? If not, can you give me drinks price list please
Hi Jacqi,
Can you please send across your booking reference and I’ll be able to look into this for you?
who is the cruise director on the Majesty this summer?
Hi Gayle,
We unable to provide details on who the Cruise Director is in case this changes and we respect the privacy of our Cruise Directors.
dear thomsons.has the seating been sorted on thomson majesty the [jubilee lounge]there has been many complaints about customers going in early to get a seat and two minutes before the show starts ,in come the late people and sit on the stools in front of the people sitting on the setee type seating wich is lower than the stools in front of you.and you cant see a damm thing. i am sure the cruise director could sort this out. we were on the majesty last year and many people were abit upset by this. in my opinion, is ,if possible to put the settie tipe near the front and the tables and stools at the back ,this i am sre would solve the problem.thanks derek.
Hi Derek,
Thanks for your feedback, I’ll be sure to pass this onto the relevant team.
ready to book cruise. adriatic explorer. is the itinerarie enay good
Hi George, I’m sure our community can give you some great feedback about these ports. Hopefully it won’t be long before you get a response.
Adriatic Explorer is a great itinerary, all the ports are of interest with in our opinion Dubrovnik and Kotor being the best. We would go on this cruise again but not on Majesty. Having been on her twice now would not go on her again, just not for us.
We are booked to go on the Celebration to the Holy Lands. Can you tell me if cabin 115 on deck 7 would be a good choice to book.
Hi M Murray, I’ve not been on this ship myself, however I’m sure our there are people in our Community who will have been on the ship will be able to advise you. If you’ve any further questions please let me know.
WE ARE BOOKED FOR PHAROHS AND PROMISED LAND IN NOVEMBER 2013 WHAT KIND IF CURRENCY WOULD BE GOOD TO TAKE AS WE WILL BE VISITING TURKEY AND EGYPTIAN PORTS. THANKYOU
Hi Jamie, Thanks for your post. When you’re in Egypt you’ll need to use the Egyptian Pound and in Turkey you’ll need to use the Turkish Lira. Both currencies you’ll be able to find in your local currency exchange house. I hope this helps and that you have a wonderful cruise with us.
Going on celebration in April.can I pay cash for excursions as I book them,but leave a credit card for drinks etc on account.
Hi Alan, All payments for excursions go onto your on board account. You can choose to pay off a sum of your on board account with cash if you wish.
Thanks Dan for the excellent reply, much appreciated, and now well informed think cabin 434 will suit us just fine. Can I ask one more question please regarding Visas. Do we have to obtain our own Visas for the countries visited prior to leaving the UK, or at the entry ports, or do Thomsons obtain a ships group Visa for all?
Hi Jim, We’ll arrange a group visa for all British and Irish passport holders.
Re question previously posted and answered re Visas. My travel agent has provided the following reply which leaves me a bit confused – can we wander off ship into ports without having a personal visa?
Travel agent “Visa is a group visa providing you are on there excursions. If you choose to do your own thing you would need to apply for visas through relevant embassy.”
Hi Jim, In the Visas section in our A-Z guide, it does state that we’ll organise a group visa for British of Irish Passport holders. But if you haven’t got a British or Irish passport, you’ll need to check entry requirements with individual embassies or consulates. If you don’t have one of these passports, you’ll need to organise your own visas for each port of call. And without the right visas, you won’t be allowed to board the ship. Our A-Z guide also gives information for specific countries – http://www.thomson.co.uk/thomson/page/byo/atoz/atoz09tandc.page. I hope that helps.
We are sailing on Majesty 3rd May from Corfu. Can you let me know if draught Strongbow is included in the AI, if not how much will we have to pay? Also are cigarettes (200s) available to buy in the duty free shop on this cruise?
Hi Susan, Unfortunately Strongbow is not included in the drinks package. Cigarettes are available to buy in our duty free shop on board and smoke in the designated smoking area’s.
We are booked for two weeks in Feb 2014 for the first time on Majesty and the Red Sea area. Looking forward although mixed reviews make us a little wary. We are booked for cabin 434 outside plus and ask if this is a good choice of cabin and location as others seem to think deck six would be better?
Hi Jim and Alison, Where you’re cabin is located is personal preference. Biscayne Deck 4 is well located for the main facilities on Atlantic Deck 5, where you’ve got the Seven Seas and Four Seasons Restaurant as well as our A La Carte restaurant Le Bistro. You’ve also got the Royal Fireworks lounge as well. If you head up to Majesty Deck 6, you’ll find the Monte Carlo Casino, Polo Club and the Jubilee Lounge where the main entertainment takes place.
Hi we are on the same cruise… we set sail the 13th. I am worried too, as my daughter is a very light sleeper.
I have read many negative reviews regarding noise, if in cabins on deck 3 and 4. I expressed my concern with my TA and she said its mainly been cabins in the arft. So we are mid ship and should be ok.
I dont fancy a tired 11 year old daughter for 7 nights !!!!!!
Have a great cruise !