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First time cruising in Europe
Crazy planning mom replied to SailorMan98's topic in Royal Caribbean International
George C gave you some great advice- arrive to Barcelona a couple days early, join your roll call. What is different on a Med cruise rather than a Caribbean cruise is that its more port focused with less sea days. Try to enjoy some local cuisine. There are some evenings that you will be tired-just hit the buffet and relax. -
Loyal Royal Caribbean cruiser going first time on NCL?
Crazy planning mom replied to astera's topic in Norwegian Cruise Line
I've sailed both lines. What I like about NCL - O'Sheehan's/ Local, the thermal spa, interesting itineraries, NCL allows you to make advance dining reservations with a dining package which Royal hasnt. I love Royal Oasis class ships including the entertainment. Our next cruise is on the Symphony. We will be going to CoCo Cay which has a dock. Great Stirrup Cay does not have a dock. Also, Royal's drink packages work on CoCo Cay whereas Norwegian's doesn't work on Harvest Caye. Bottom line, they both have pros and cons and variety is of the spice of life. -
Gem Itinerary Change - No Bar Harbor
Crazy planning mom replied to Laszlo's topic in Norwegian Cruise Line
We have done some great bucket list itineraries with NCL. With their recent frequent itinerary changes, I probably only would book them if I was only interested in the ship and didn't care about the itinerary so much. -
We went to Cayo Caribe in February and we found it to be tasty. It's nothing fancy but we enjoyed.
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The NCL Gem and Jewel also do Panama Canal cruises. Those ships are better if you don't like crowds or big attractions. We sailed the Jade which is a sister to the Gem and Jewel. It was renovated, perfect for us and didn't require any reservations. The Joy is a big ship where you do need reservations for shows.
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Magens Bay, Drake Seat, and Skyride
Crazy planning mom replied to Gilliganluvsmaryann's topic in Celebrity Cruises
The entrance fee was included. I don't think loungers were but we didn't try to get one . We just put our towels down. My husband did bring his backpack on the Skyride. We enjoyed the excursion. When you get to Magen's Bay, go left and walk down aways to avoid crowds. Definitely, get a bushwacker. Yum. -
We were on the Apex which is a newer, popular ship and there was maybe 5 kids tops on the whole ship. Just sail when school is in session.
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How far ahead to book excursions
Crazy planning mom replied to Scubadoc's topic in Norwegian Cruise Line
I would book any must do excursions as soon as possible. Check your cruise planner. -
Royal Caribbean has some itineraries advertised as Cabo overnight. How long is the tender ride? The boat would be in Cabo from 1pm to 1pm the next day. Would it be worth it to tender the morning you are only there until 1pm?
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Norwegian entertainment
Crazy planning mom replied to living at the beach's topic in Norwegian Cruise Line
To me, it's irrelevant, that some people don't enjoy the shows. The fact is that NCL was known for offering large Broadway style shows and its something that distinguished it from some of its competitors. I really don't gamble but that doesn't mean that I think there shouldn't be a casino. People enjoy it and expect it on a cruise just like they expect to be entertained. Royal is the other line that is known for entertainment. After not having a Broadway style production on Odyssey and Wonder, they brought it back for Icon. -
Beyond ABC Itinerary - Excursion Advice Please!
Crazy planning mom replied to Super27's topic in Celebrity Cruises
Bonaire is known for scuba and snorkeling so if you enjoy that, it seems like a good choice. -
Does anyone know what the food and drink options in the new Nassau port area? Also, has anyone been to the Junkanoo museum?
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Parking Cape Liberty (Bayonne)?
Crazy planning mom replied to LB_NJ's topic in East Coast Departures
Our cruise is during hurricane season. Is it safe to leave our car at the port? Is there covered parking? We haven't cruised out of NJ in a dozen years.