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I have posted the photos of the work being done on those pages. Not sure how to get them on here. I will keep trying. O'Sheehans is coming along nicely. They are doing the renovation without disturbing anyone as Orchid Garden has become Blue Lagoon while this work is being done. When Orchid Garden opens for dinner, Garden (Aft) cafe becomes Blue Lagoon. Serves all the same food. I have stayed in many hotels that have done renovation without letting me know and charging me the same high price. I am pretty sure most people on these sailings are paying less then what I paid on the two night cruise this past weekend.

On a 2 day, you can't relax....it's unpack, and repack. A 2 day cruise isn't worth it, unless you live within 2 hours of port.

What's there to pack besides toothbrush and clean undies ?

That makes sense, you would not need more than a carry-on.

Except some are staying onboard for the next cruise too. You can ask for someone to help if the need arises.

Sounds like you need some pixiedust.

I have plenty to sprinkle! :)

I never noticed and I usually get there before the workers arrive. They are always friendly to me.

You can't book any shore excursions:D:rolleyes:

That gave me a chuckle!

Tortola is tendering. They are getting the dock ready for future sailings. You would have more than a couple of hours on land. Knowing the Gem team, I am sure they will make that day that was supposed to be spent at the island a fantastic day onboard.

Jeff Harms is onboard. Archie is CD, Luz is ACD. Juggler, magician. Production shows are pretty much the same.

Sailing out of NY is one of the best cruise experiences we have had. In the winter getting to explore the ship the first day and by nightfall or sooner the next day, warm weather. I love the Gem! I can also spend a bit more on my cabin an spending money as opposed to spending it all on airlines, hotels and car service since the port is so close to home.

Thank you for your wonderful review! The Gem is definitely the sweetheart of Norwegian! Jenny runs a fantastic ship!

You can enter the terminal area early, but you will be herded into a corner to wait until security is active and generally scowled at by the terminal workers until it's time to go through security. There's really no benefit in getting there before security is active.

Scowled at?

Boarding usually starts by noon...sometimes little sooner....sometimes later. It depends on how quickly the last passengers disembark. Most things aboard are opened (no duty free shops or casino yet). They will try to send you to the buffet to eat, but we like going to the MDR to start the cruise with a nice relaxing meal. we love the Gem...great ship and crew.

Safe sailing

What time are you getting to the port next week?

You can enter the port very early (7 am) and sit and wait until about 10 ish when they start letting you through to check in. Most likely boarding will be between 11:30 and 12:00.

Might be as they are starting work on it in a week.

We are all interested in the Title of this post!

did anyone find any freestyle dailies or menus?

Yes...

if you still want them...

My username at m s n d o t c o m

There are some very short 2 day cruises out of NY on the Breakaway and Gem in the late fall and winter.

 

What's available to do? I'm assuming it's going to be too cold for the pool. Does the casino open? Does anyone have any dailies?

Even in the cold weather you will see people in the hot tubs and possibly the pools as they are heated. Casino and all the shops open when they get a bit past the Verrazano bridge.

Have a great time, they are lots of fun!

I am so used to ships departing at 5pm. I am leaving on the gem on Saturday and it departes at 3pm. What time to they start letting you on the ship?

Ship boards at 11:30 ish. Departs at 3, so you need to be checked in 2 hours ahead of departure time.

If I knew how to quote from different threads, I would've given you credit for the info. Thanks! :p

At first I thought I already posted here and didn't realize it. No problem. :)

DanDan - CD

 

Virginia - Concierge

 

Tony Winkler - HD. Jenny will be back next month.

Wow, I was just coming on here to post those same exact words. Lol

Most are being done on Port days. You go out for a bit and come back to a change. They have been replacing carpeting over the past few weeks.

Hasn't been a hassle for guests, as a matter of fact I as well as a few have stopped to watch a few of the renovations taking place.

That is an excursion all in itself! :)

So far the Gem has slowly be getting some attention when it comes to renovations. I have noticed rugs being replaced as well as some furnishings.

Spinnaker Lounge was under renovation yesterday and it looks gorgeous!!

Can wait for her to come back to New York on November 22, 2014 after Dry Dock, she is going to look brand new!

DanDan - CD... He is fantastic and funny!

Virginia - Concierge... Wonderful!!!!

Tony Winkler - HD... He is also fantabulous and great personality!

Jenny will be back next month. :)

Thanks Robin! It was so much fun I am staying on for another!! :) this crew and ship are the best!

Just pulled into port this morning. Had a wonderful cruise! We got back to NY yesterday and got to see the fireworks. Spectacular!! Captain positioned the ship perfectly so we were all able to watch the show. The officers and crew out did themselves yesterday as July 4th celebrations were in full force. What a great cruise!!