There are so many angles to this discussion (which I've been following
intently here and on CC for the past couple months).
Another interesting aspect I've noticed on the CC Northern European
board: There's a local on there (GuideDiva) who is very knowledgeable
but who obviously works with the ship's tours. Her information is
correct (apparently) and can be very helpful (especially up-to-the-
moment knowledge of the current pier situation), BUT whenever
possible, she will add to the FUD (fear, uncetainty and deception)
factor surrounding independent tours - apparently to help scare people
onto the ship's tours.
I don't recall her ever posting specific information that she DOES
work with a ship's tour contractor, but after closely reading her
responses, it becomes pretty obvious. A casual browser would be
unlikely to notice this and question her motivation to some of the
replies.
I'm really looking forward to seeing what'll happen when we arrive on
the Eurodam (especially since we'll be disembarking with visas).
Mark |