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Civitavecchia Port to FCO (Rome) for an 11:40 AM flight
schmoopie17 replied to jennybenny's topic in Italy Ports
I am still confused about the Fast Track at FCO. There isn't much discussion of this online (at least not that I can find.) I'm not sure what it gets you, other than possibly skipping the line (if any) at security screening. Some people say security is not the worst line. Apparently, it doesn't have anything to do with passport control. I suppose it might be a case of it's better to "Have it but not need it"...as opposed to the worst case of "Needing it but not having it." It's only seven euro p/p...but still I struggle with getting it or not getting it. I'd really like input from someone who has actually used it. Maybe a new thread is in order... -
Encore, thoughts, observations, and ramblings.
schmoopie17 replied to LatinaInTexas's topic in Norwegian Cruise Line
The Jade is now our favorite ship. I'm sure you'll enjoy it. -
Oh, Joy... We're booked on the Joy next year for 15 days/nights. Sounds like it may be rather ho-hum, entertainment-wise. Sounds like we'll have to make our own fun...although, at our age, fun ain't what it used to be. This has the potential to be our last NCL cruise. We're finally Platinum, but it's feeling more and more like we need to spread our wings and fly the NCL coop and try another cruise line. MSC maybe? We shall see...
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Civitavecchia Port to FCO (Rome) for an 11:40 AM flight
schmoopie17 replied to jennybenny's topic in Italy Ports
We're in the same boat (so to speak). Except we have an even tighter timeline, with our September flight leaving at 11:15. While it will be tight, it is do-able...assuming everything works out and the stars are aligned. I have read many accounts of people disembarking at the port at around 6:45 and having time to spare at FCO with flights leaving as early as 10:00. They get through security, etc., getting to the gate with time to kill. Those may be exceptions to the rule, but it shows it can be done. We will be doing carry-ons only, so no need to locate and pick up baggage when we disembark. We also have private transport set up with Rome In Limo...a very reputable company who we have used in the past for tours and transport. Since we have carry-ons, no need to check bags (which I've read can be one of the big sources of delays at FCO...along with security.) We are also considering getting the Fast Pass for seven euro...although I have read varying reports as to whether it's really needed. So, fingers crossed (which makes typing even more difficult). I'd be interested in seeing how things go for you in August. Good luck, @jennybenny. -
@euro cruiserThanks for the info. I should mention that while Stow Your Bag typically has lockers at other locations, the one in Campo de Fiori doesn't. It sounds like they just store them in a room...similar to how you described Bounce...which makes me wonder about the safety and why I posted this question. https://www.stowyourbags.com/en/shop/rome/luggage-storage-navona-campo-de-fiori-pantheon-rome/
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T-Mobile has free internet/texting/calls in most major foreign countries. That's one of the main reasons we switched to them. Works great and saves money at the same time.
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Good luck with that. The only sports I've ever seen on an NCL ship (other then the Super Bowl) was soccer...er, sorry to my European friends...football (futbol?)
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On the NCL Ports page of their website, it still says this for Puerto Plata. With the vast majority of their ships docking at Taino Bay, you would think they would remove this blurb. But there it is, for our confusion...er, convenience. Port Name & Location Amber Cove Cruise Terminal. Ship will DOCK at this port.
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Looking to stow our luggage the morning of our arrival. Staying in Campo de Fiori, and I see two places in the area. One is Bounce...the other is Stow Your Bags. Wondering if anyone has ever used either of these services. Online reviews are limited. Our AirBnB guy indicated a while ago that we may be able to drop the bags off before check-in. However, our experience with finding someone available at these places in the past has been iffy...and we'd like to have a back-up plan.
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Lesson Learned - do NOT buy airfare through NCL!
schmoopie17 replied to rivkadr's topic in Norwegian Cruise Line
Ditto here. We used to have a PCC (who was a great guy could give us nothing extra). On our last cruise we befriended a TA who we now use and she is able to get hundreds off the published price and it then gets applied to our fare. Plus $100 OBC. -
I just checked our Feb 6 cruise. For the Vibe it says. "It is too early to book this item for your cruise. Please check back 10/09/2024 to book." We don't ever book the Vibe...it sounds like a marital aid. But others might be interested...
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Purchasing transfer at airport
schmoopie17 replied to quillwercruisers's topic in Norwegian Cruise Line
This is going to be our plan from LAX to the port, since we arrive a day early, staying at an airport hotel. My question is, how do you know the time and the location for the transfer if we decide to do this? I'm sure we'll end up scheduling the transfer ahead of time, just wondering about the logistics. If it's too much of a hassle, we might look into alternate arrangements. -
Lesson Learned - do NOT buy airfare through NCL!
schmoopie17 replied to rivkadr's topic in Norwegian Cruise Line
Reliable carrier? Who would that be?? -
Sorry...May 21st. Old fingers trying to type...
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We booked this on March 21st...about ten days ago. At the time I said to Mrs. Schmoopie that the ship looks wide open, cabin-wise. I guess we now know why, if it was just put back on the market.
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excursions sold out / Florence IT + Rome IT / NCL Escape
schmoopie17 replied to Rib Jig's topic in Norwegian Cruise Line
Keep in mind that "Rome" really isn't Rome when it comes to cruising. The port is Civitavecchia and Rome is quite a distance away. Be sure to factor round trip time in your calculations for excursions for that port. And for that matter. "Florence" isn't really Florence...it's Livorno...a good distance from Florence. -
Because if they're typical Costco products, there will be a million gummies in a bag the size of a 50 pound dog food bag. And probably two of those bags packaged together in shrink wrap.
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My NCL down right now - anyone else?
schmoopie17 replied to anonymous_dude's topic in Norwegian Cruise Line
Sounds like NCL forgot to feed the hamster on the wheel that powers their website (again).