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So sounds like Nassau loses :)

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Well honestly, I'm trying to find a snorkeling excursion too and Nassau is the only port I haven't planned yet. Was curious if you (or anyone else) had experience there.

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Not considering Nassau?

Can you order a glass of wine in the MDRs? Would it be covered by UBP?

No one? Aw man!

I'm in an interesting situation... still waiting to hear back from my TA.

I originally received $100 OBC from NCL and a free upgrade from ocean view to a BD Balcony.

My booking has gone down $120, so I could stay with my same booking and net out +$20 (lose $100 OBC, but pay $120 less for the cruise).

OR

I can upgrade to just straight booking the BD for $80 more for the week. I would lose $100 OBC but would gain the UDP, which is valued at $238. This would mean I'm up $58. I guess this one makes the most sense, if I plan on spending more than $58 in the speciality restaurants... which seems like only 1-2 dinners max.

Decisions, decisions.

I'm in an interesting situation... still waiting to hear back from my TA.

I originally received $100 OBC from NCL and a free upgrade from ocean view to a BD Balcony.

My booking has gone down $120, so I could stay with my same booking and net out +$20 (lose $100 OBC, but pay $120 less for the cruise).

OR

I can upgrade to just straight booking the BD for $80 more for the week. I would lose $100 OBC but would gain the UDP, which is valued at $238. This would mean I'm up $58. I guess this one makes the most sense, if I plan on spending more than $58 in the speciality restaurants... which seems like only 1-2 dinners max.

Decisions, decisions.

My crusie is May 17th so I'm past final payment.

Got it. Mine is may 24 and final payment is not until 3/10 for me

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Ok, I just called for my May 17th sailing and they said I would have to cancel and rebook it in order to get it which of course doesn't work.

 

Anyone have any luck with adding this with less than 90 days?

Are you past final payment?

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I personally didn't love Mr Sanchos, but that is just me I suppose!

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I've heard great things about the falls. Have only been to Falmouth and that was eh.

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I did an awesome dune buggy like excursion in Cozumel. I believe it was called X Tour Jade Caverns, but I can confirm for sure if you're interested. Of note, you get very muddy (which we found to be pretty fun!)

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Do you lose your deposit? What if you booked through a big box web TA?

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Hello CC - I posted this on the NCL forum, but got no replies... maybe this is the more appropriate place for this:

Looking to book a snorkeling excursion on my Eastern Caribbean GA cruise in May and was wondering if anyone had feedback on the three that NCL offers:

Athol Island Snorkel - $39pp, 2.5hrs

Board your powered catamaran for a narrated harbor cruise on the way to the snorkeling site off of Athol Island. While cruising around one of the most beautiful harbors in the world, you'll be briefed on historical points of interest as well as the homes of the rich and famous. Once at the snorkel site you'll discover the real beauty of the Bahamas. You'll snorkel in some of the clearest water you've ever seen. The friendly staff will guide you along the reef and highlight the fish that you see, answering any questions that you might have.

Seahorse Sail & Snorkel - $49pp, 3.5hrs

This tour offers the ideal combination of sailing and snorkeling. After a short stroll, you'll board your catamaran, which features a shaded lounge and spacious deck, for a cruise through historic Nassau Harbor en route to one of two spectacular reefs. Here, you'll see natural coral reefs teaming with the ocean's wildlife on a snorkel adventure. During your sail, you'll receive your snorkel gear and instructions from the knowledgeable crew, who will accompany you into the water to ensure your safety and enjoyment. Unlimited rum punch is offered after snorkeling, and a full premium cash bar is available at an additional cost.

Undersea Snorkel - $44pp, 2.5hrs

See the best of Nassau Harbor's oldest cities and its history while enjoying music aboard a double-deck 48 foot catamaran. When you reach the snorkel site, dive in and spend the next hour exploring the undersea world with a live colorful reef and where the fish can feed from your hands.

Are the cabanas numbered in anyway so that they are assigned to you, or do you "claim" yours after purchase?

Hello CC -

Looking to book a snorkeling excursion on my Eastern Caribbean GA cruise in May and was wondering if anyone had feedback on the three that NCL offers:

Athol Island Snorkel - $39pp, 2.5hrs

Board your powered catamaran for a narrated harbor cruise on the way to the snorkeling site off of Athol Island. While cruising around one of the most beautiful harbors in the world, you'll be briefed on historical points of interest as well as the homes of the rich and famous. Once at the snorkel site you'll discover the real beauty of the Bahamas. You'll snorkel in some of the clearest water you've ever seen. The friendly staff will guide you along the reef and highlight the fish that you see, answering any questions that you might have.

Seahorse Sail & Snorkel - $49pp, 3.5hrs

This tour offers the ideal combination of sailing and snorkeling. After a short stroll, you'll board your catamaran, which features a shaded lounge and spacious deck, for a cruise through historic Nassau Harbor en route to one of two spectacular reefs. Here, you'll see natural coral reefs teaming with the ocean's wildlife on a snorkel adventure. During your sail, you'll receive your snorkel gear and instructions from the knowledgeable crew, who will accompany you into the water to ensure your safety and enjoyment. Unlimited rum punch is offered after snorkeling, and a full premium cash bar is available at an additional cost.

Undersea Snorkel - $44pp, 2.5hrs

See the best of Nassau Harbor's oldest cities and its history while enjoying music aboard a double-deck 48 foot catamaran. When you reach the snorkel site, dive in and spend the next hour exploring the undersea world with a live colorful reef and where the fish can feed from your hands.

Someone posted this today about Breakaway... I presume the menus are at least similar:

http://www.beyondships2.com/norwegian-breakaway-menus.html

It was Wednesday night, they blasted 80s music during the 5 min show. Deck space was at a premium, everyone was outside at this moment. It was pretty cool set to music, wasnt 4th of july quality but decent to see em shot off the deck of a cruise ship

I don't know if this is consistent, but are the fireworks visible from balconies on the side of the ship?

If it is just me and my girlfriend, and we buy the premium seating, would we be sat with 2 others at the table? Are there any tables with just 2 seats?

Maybe that sounds a bit crumudgeny lol, but sometimes I prefer not to share a table with strangers.

If you pay for the premium seating at Illusionarium do you still need to arrive early? I have read on other posts that people recommend you arrive 45min to an hour early to "get good seats."

This post coincides with what I was sure I had read here before. If you call and purchase ahead of time: no taxes. If you buy once you have sailed: no taxes. If you buy when you get on board while the ship is still in port: you WILL pay taxes.

 

I wish the search function works, because I know that's been mentioned somewhere before in one of the billion UBP threads.

Yeah - while I have no personal experience, I have read, rather extensively, that you should call ahead as it saves on the taxes (versus purchasing as soon as you get onboard). My dilemma is that I'd like to use OBC... I hadn't thought of waiting until it's in international waters though...

I wonder if it would "retroactively cover" any drinks I bought on the ship prior to buying UBP.

do you plan to use wifi to airplay, that would get expensive not to mention it may be very very slow

You could easily create your own network for that purpose -- but without access to the inputs, it's a moot point!

Thanks for the info. I wonder if GA will have them... I guess we will find out soon...

May sound silly, but I actually think this would impact my UBP purchase decision.

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Hello all!

I'm sorry if this is a previous post, but as I live in South Florida the easiest way for me to get to the "Getaway" is to drive there. However, does anyone have any experience with leaving your personal car at the port and its safety? And - does anyone know where the best and safest parking for NCL's terminal is?

Thanks so much!

P

Might be cheaper to cab, depending on where you live in SFL... I lived in Brickell and it was well cheaper to take a cab to POM than to park my car, but obviously Brickell is quite close.

In the GA sticky, I read that the Pub Crawls cost $25pp and include 5 bars...

Does having the UBP have any impact on this? Is it included?

If not...what do you get for the $25?