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Would like to know (current )January 2023 smoking areas on Sky Princess please.  Thanks

On 1/7/2023 at 6:04 PM, jsn55 said:

aft

which ship (s) please, thanks

1 hour ago, skynight said:

Inside:

Speakeasy cigar lounge deck 6 (only location on the ship where you can smoke cigars and pipes)

Casino, about half the slots. no smoking ay table games or at the casino bar

A section of Skywlker's lounge normally in the evening

Outside:

A small section of the promenade, starboard, outside of Club Fusion

Area by Tradewinds Bar deck 16

 

Note that there could be a crew smoking area on the promenade deck stern area and that those in covid cabins are permitted to smoke on their balconies.

 

Thanks so much! was wondering about deck 16 tradewinds area it looks like to can walk down some stairs to swim in pool? or at least it overlooks the pool? 

where are the smoking areas on the Crown please?

Thanks! So there is smoking in or near a bar on Deck 13 overlooking the pool on the Norwegian Pearl? right? one peson here is saying did not notice smoke on pool decks? thanks again 

Specifically the Pearl.  Any up to date smoking area news? Pool 

deck? Others thanks 

Everybody tests prior to Boarding then you are tested onboard and will remain in your cabin for the duration should it be positive? thanks

ok thanks found out I'm on Grand Princess so will post new topic...

14 hours ago, MishelleMcc said:

We were on her December 2019 and the 15th deck area is Starboard (in front of chapel)  Great location with view aft and comfy seating!  Enjoy!

16 hours ago, skynight said:

See bold above

Thanks all! Just wondering about Seabreeze bar area? its forward and seems maybe it would not have an area??????thanks

..on GRAND PRINCESS (only please) smoking areas are:

 AFT Sundeck 15 near the One 5 Lounge

certain areas of Casino (and smoke free nites)

Small area Promenade deck

cigar bar

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did I miss something?

thanks in advance

Thank you! Found it under Profile management.   

there used to be a list of our cruises under profile picture? 

Can't speak to Princess but we booked our very first Aft Suite on Eurodam last year and the noise and movement was a total nitemare..horrible.  

Thank you all for adding to this.  I did research this site and the entire cruise community on line and only got all quiet nice cabin comments specifically for 5186.  So maybe they had exceptional calm seas? its a mystery to me...

I always book mid ship but was curious about the AFT wrap around balcony.  I googled and read reviews here and could not find anything negative about the location and we decided to go for it at an outrageous Neptune Suite Price.  The first nite out of San Diego was a jerking noise filled nitemare.  The bed and cabin are actually moving substantially and the noise inside was horrible.  I did not ask for new cabin since the thought of moving all that was just unpacked was not thrilling, and the second nite was better.  However we had some really rough days at sea and one nite the noise and movement was just like a huge earthquake, we were frightened.  Granted others on the cruise felt the rocking but it was nothing compared to our cabin.   Earplugs gave much needed relief but there was nothing to do about getting to sleep then being literally "jerked" awake by the bed moving.  It felt like a person was jumping up and down  and then being able to shake the bed violently from bottom to top length wise.  Learned a lesson on this and wanted to share.  This sailing was the Panama Canal from San Diego to FLL on Nov 16th 2019.  I did not talk with others in AFT and have no idea if different floors are the same I can only speak for verandah deck 5 port side 5186.  

We are on eurodam now.  Bought premium package prior to sail.  It is a must have.  It was 189.oo for 15 days.  Have not used my Verizon at all.  

Thank you!  that was what we used in 2016 and sounds right.  The thing I am very curious about is the overweight fees from United.  I am wondering if they even weigh them? anything one pound over 50 lbs is 200 to 400 fee? yikes...never had a charge but really would hate that...cannot see solution other than to buy a bag weigh thingie....Maybe we paid $25 per pp but wow I am starting to think it maybe easier to  lug it off myself thru customs and into the Uber or Lyft? they do not make you put them out the nite before? do they as mentioned above?  oh wait lugging two carry ons and two large suitcases will be too much.  thanks

If I remember correctly HAL  charges a fee but we never saw the bags again until we arrived in San Diego.  I sorry I should have stated for disembark and same day flight.  thanks

Hi we have always used this putting the luggage out the nite before.  I do not remember having to find it downstairs the next day and take it thru Customs???? This would be arriving Fort Lauderdale from Panama Canal and various Countries.   Please let me know your recent experiences and thanks.   

On 4/30/2019 at 4:07 PM, Double D Cruisers said:

I have TRICARE For Life and Medicare.  Medicare won't pay anything if you are outside the continental US or its territories.  Therefor TRICARE is the only insurer.  In the states I pay nothing for almost any imagined medical treatment or hospital stay. However overseas I will need to satisfy a $150/$300 deductible and pay a 25% copay for most treatment.  If appropriate, air evacuation is covered by TRICARE to "the closest, safest place" to receive the care needed. (Not to the U.S. in many cases.) Again I would likely pay 25% of a huge air evacuation bill.  The one saving grace is there is a $3,000 catastrophic cap each year. It applies to all TRICARE recipients, including those traveling or living overseas .  The most I would be forced to pay is $3,000 out of pocket.  (Although I might need to put sums greater than that on a credit card or cards.) We are planning an 87 day cruise to South America and the South Pacific this fall.  Still not convinced I shouldn't be buying travel insurance but will at least look for the cheapest route given these other factors. Like others it would be a peace of mind thing more than a practical consideration.

Hi there! I realize you posted this in April and it is now November.  Just want to make sure I understand our Insurances before we cruise thru the Panama Canal.  We have Medicare and Tricare for Life.  Lots of folks are not relyling on TFL to cover a medical evac.  Saying they could deny the claim.  That would be catastrophic for us money wise in the long run but charging it not so bad.  Just wondering what you think? I have been told both ways get one or do not.  Thanks in advance for any help.

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https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Honduras.html#/

Travel advisory from State Department

On 10/25/2019 at 6:33 PM, Zanne208 said:

Dang it.  We have a balcony room on the 7th floor.  I was getting all excited to get my happy feet and smile on with coffee first thing.   

Lots to learn on my first cruise. 

 

Yes and learning all the little tricks is so much fun! I have taken a small drip coffee maker years ago.  Last year I took cold coffee beverages (low fat low calorie) and that was nice to have that first fix of caffeine without wandering the halls half asleep.  Also I have taken the smaller silver like tray that holds drinking cups and wine glasses and gone to Lido and brought back coffee and tea it holds two cups I believe.  If you are not picky about throwing on your robe the trip in and out of Lido coffee area is pretty easy, you just have to remember that you have to have your key card out or in pocket to get back in room unless your partner is awake? Otherwise set the tray down....I have also put out the breakfast sign for coffee and such from  room service you can indicate what time in half hour parts say from 6 to 6:30,.  Be prepared for a big good morning greeting and lots of noise so if partner trys to sleep in will not work too well.  I always have my cash tip ready to give them so I do'n't have to open the safe....  I have never met a cruise I did not like! 

Years ago we had a nice pool class on a cruise , cannot remember which line or cruise.  I am forever hooked on pool exercise and was wondering if anyone has any bright ideas to get this sort of thing started? I have not seen anything other than stretch by the pool  (at very early morning) but if you have experienced an enthusiastic and  fun class aboard a cruise please let us know.  Thanks 

On 10/21/2019 at 3:25 PM, AncientWanderer said:

 

It really is good coffee, too.  I'm super picky and like the Neptune Suite pod coffee better than that from any of the other locations on the ships, including the Neptune Lounge.  (But we do use the bottled water for it.  That might make a difference.)  Anyhow, coffee at the ready with the big balcony to enjoy is a lovely experience.  Have fun!

Oh really is that the secret using bottled water? I imagine that is necessary?  but will have to stock up I guess..thanks