CruisnDeb

Agree 100%. Only reason I didn’t initially respond to the OP is because I figured it may be a troll just trying to start some “stuff” with what they probably know is a controversial subject. I’m always suspect of posts like these from first time posters.

I agree, GMA did a much better job of reporting it than the Today show did--loved Michael Strahan's response at the end lol.

The main casino is smoke-free. They have a small enclosed area off the sports bar with some slot machines where you can smoke and gamble.

Here is a pic I downloaded to show my SIL what B1 cabins were available at the time we booked. Should give you a little idea of the depth of each deck.

My guess is this cruise also combined 2 cruises into one itinerary.

Thank you so much. I knew deck 13 had the smallest balconies. It was either deck 13 or deck 15 and I wanted cabins above and below me. Thank you so much for all the information. Sailing on her next year through the Panama Canal and looking forward to my first aft balcony.

Thank you. I thought we were on 10. Just checked and we are on deck 13. Do you know those?

Wow you are so full of knowledge. Do you know the configuration of the aft B1s on deck 10?

I think the S in S. Bergen stands for “salty” 🙄 I’ve organized (I’m not a TA but my family treats me like I am 😜) large groups of 16-20 family members on a few mostly NCL cruises. I’ve NEVER encountered these issues that old salty here has—even our dinner reservations have worked out well. We always sets up our dinner reservation months in advance. We always eat dinner together and I always meet with the Maitre d’ well before the first nights dinner to make sure they have us sitting together (usually at 2 large tables next to each other.) Old Salty is trying to sound like a seasoned cruiser with a very good travel agent daughter but after reading this review that is really difficult to believe. I wish they had listed what other cruise lines/ships they’ve been on. I agree with others who say it reads like a letter to NCL hoping to get reimbursed some of their money. Buyers remorse maybe???

All of the Seashore oceanview cabins are on deck 5. Has noise been a problem in these cabins? I'm concerned being under the theater, Times Square, near the atrium, and I'm unsure about what I would be over on deck 4. Please let me know your experience with this deck, and if you remember, what cabin you were in. TIA.

@ColdCruise is the ship decorated for Christmas? We board on December 6th and I’m hoping decorations will be up.

Was there any charge to participate in Press Your Luck? I've seen on the dailies where you can sign up, but no mention of cost (if any). Did you watch it? I've watched it on TV and just curious as to how they work it. Enjoying the review--thanks for doing it.

@ColdCruise will you be posting any Freestyle Dailies? I’m mostly interested in the embarkation one. I like to see what, where, and when I need to go to get the first day things done (like booking shows, etc). Also thanks for posting a pic of the inside cabin—I am sharing one with my adult son in a couple of weeks.

I've done it on other cruise lines--never hurts to ask. Call your consultant.

My last cruise we were 4 decks up from a smoking area and it did affect the enjoyment of my balcony. I’m hoping to pick a better location for us this time. Do you know what side smoking is allowed on deck 5?

Where are the outside smoking areas on Freedom of the Seas? I'm trying to pick my cabin location and it would be helpful to know. TIA

After posting this question, I came across another post that made it sound like different length sailings had different point requirements--which makes sense. I appreciate you replying back. Enjoy the rest of your cruise.

@JamieLogical I know you're onboard the Meraviglia right now, and if you think about it the next time you go to the casino, could you ask the casino host about the question I asked above? I always enjoy reading your posts and I will totally understand if you aren't able to get around to this. Enjoy the rest of your cruise 🙂

I was on the Seascape recently, and as you said the buffet is extremely busy, but I did not wait an hour for anything. I will say the line to get made to order omelets was long, and I chose not to stand and wait for that--maybe that is where the hour long queues were??? You can also eat breakfast at the Green Wave MDR. The attitude you go in with is everything--enjoy your cruise 🙂

I am considering a similar 10 day cruise, which is also listed as a 3 day and 7 day--basically a b2b. Does anyone know when you book it as a 10 day cruise, do your casino points accumulate for the whole 10 days, or do they split into accumulating as 3 and 7 day cruises? Date Port Arrive Depart Thursday, December 7 Port Canaveral, FL 6:00pm Friday, December 8 Nassau, Bahamas Noon 7:00pm Saturday, December 9 Ocean Cay Marine Reserve, Bahamas 7:00am 6:00pm Sunday, December 10 Port Canaveral, FL 7:00am 6:00pm Monday, December 11 Ocean Cay Marine Reserve, Bahamas 7:00am Tuesday, December 12 Ocean Cay Marine Reserve, Bahamas Noon Wednesday, December 13 At Sea Thursday, December 14 Costa Maya, Mexico 8:00am 6:00pm Friday, December 15 Cozumel, Mexico 7:00am 5:00pm Saturday, December 16 At Sea Sunday, December 17 Port Canaveral, FL 7:00am

Looks like November 16th.

I know it wasn't when I was on it a couple of years ago but I hope someone who has been on it recently can chime in with the current regulations.

I did read that they had done that. I wish they had done what they did on the Seascape, but at least it is an option for nonsmokers to have somewhere to gamble smoke-free.

We recently sailed on the Seascape. They had just completed renovations in the Sports Bar where they enclosed a room next to the sports bar with slot machines in it where smoking is allowed--smoking is no longer allowed in the main casino. Does anyone know if they are planning these same renovations on other ships (specifically the ones departing from the USA)?

I’m currently on the Seascape—yes you can use cash.