All-ready2cruise

I'm sailing on the Jade in less than 3 weeks, yikes, lol.  I'm bringing a friend along who's never cruised before so expect it to be lots of fun. 

Have a wonderful time on your cruise. I'll be tagging along to see how much you enjoy your cruise. 

 All the best. 

Connie

This is not really a true back to back as usual.  If I were booking a cruise on Aqua, it would only be the 7 day out of Orlando. It would be a lot easier to manage, just my opinion.  Enjoy your cruise whatever you decide, and good luck. 

Maybe it's a Canadian thing.... who knows... or an eclipse event 

13 hours ago, KyleClark said:

I think she may of had a kid..  Does it ring a bell?

...who loved to swim/snorkle as a MERMAID? darned if I can remember..

I've had this experience a few times and it really is the best way to do it.  I wouldn't call NCL, just say the 2nd guest  won't be joining you.  Done!!

OP, did you book directly with NCL, if so, I have no idea why you'd be told cancellation of your cruise deposit is non-refundable, I'd call NCL back again.  If not, call your TA. It certainly is refundable at this point. 

PS - unless, as Maanio has said, you booked through a European site. Good luck

Thanks Wolft927 and Sand and Sea for the great info.  We are already booked at Best Western for a few days before and after our cruise in May. Really looking forward to our extra time in Cocoa Beach.  

1 hour ago, Mrearl said:

Celebrity free drink package includes gratuities in their drink package. 
Their 14 day cruises are basically cheaper due to not paying gratuities for the drink package.

They should not advertise free drink packages,it is not if you have to pay and additional $690 for gratuity 

Then cruise with Celebrity, easy-peasy. No worries. 

1. Yup,  gotta do the math. Don't like it, don't do it. 

From Port Canaveral to Rome and that one is from April 2024

March 31 2025  from NY 

10 hours ago, graphicguy said:

Sounds like you want a la carte cruises.  I’d check out Carnival!

Oh man, talk about opening up a whole new can of worms... lol

https://www.ncl.com/latitudes-rewards-program

Your assumption is correct. 

And colour me INTERESTED... lol

I've been looking at this cruise. I already love the Joy, Southampton and Miami.... my only this is, I don't gamble at all.... could I learn? Lol. 

 And I've always felt like I live in a construction zone, lol. 

A "no show" is a No Show. You will let them know when you check in. You will still receive a refund for the other person's additional charges. 

NCL changing your Latitudes # should never happen. I've had the same one since 2012, so yes, call and request that it be investigated.  

Good luck that you get it completely corrected, not just temporarily! 

I'd wait until either later today or even tomorrow to have a better idea. 

4 hours ago, www3traveler said:

other than Cagney's does the Pride have one?

Yes, it has Cagney's but does it serve the 7 layer chocolate cake? 

I do agree with you about such a wonderful destination though, for sure. 

That $90999 is only offered to solo cruisers...

1 minute ago, seemoreroyals said:

Then after that NCL can implement the move to the front of the line drink pass.  For X amount of dollars you get to elbow everybody else out of the way to get your favorite drink at the bar of your choice.  

LOL, I'm sure that would please some too. Good thought, I like the way you think.  

Wonder if the next thing we see will be a "Premium Room Service"  offer for those who do want the twice a day service? I wouldn't pay it but, for some it might be a good idea. 

8 minutes ago, djasinsk said:

I think asking for room to be cleaned “next” not “on demand” as you stated is actually quite reasonable.  Any decent hotel would do this for a guest. 
 

and asking that atleast some premium offering be available at each bar is also quite reasonable. 

I believe you would be considered in the minority.  Most who cruise on a regular basis (NCL and other cruise lines) accept that with the limited number of stewards/staff, that we all need to be more considerate of our hard-working people. I'm very grateful for the work they do to make my cruise more enjoyable! 

I do not request my cabin to done by a certain time and appreciate if it gets done. 

Have a good day. 

@farringtonb you're very welcome.  I'd love to do both those cruises, they look amazing.