FranknBeans

We've sailed the Jade   a few times and love this ship. We also sailed it twice when it was in the Hawaiian Islands as Pride of Hawaii. However we haven't been on it since it was refurbished in 2017. But I'm sure its still a great ship.

We were on this ship for the Greek Islands and Croatia cruise in 2012. I would definitely recommend and aft cabin so that you can view they sail away through Venice Canal, words cannot explain how spectacular it.

We would love to do this cruise again.  I also suggest you do it once the students are back to college  as they make up a large amount of the tourist because its easy to get to the islands for them.

The islands are packed with lots of tourists and I'm mean packed. Find your port schedule to see just how many ships are in the ports.

Nothing more than a booze cruise on the 3/4/5 day cruise. They even give you a a barf bag at check in.

5 hours ago, ziggyuk said:

In reality they give pool towels away like confetti on the pool deck so a pool towel could easily be replaced.

As for the room, ask for towel animals and you will have more towels than you can handle.

10 hours ago, erdoran said:

This is still in fantasy land but it might happen.  I’ve already posted about babies and GV.  Here’s what I’m trying to do:

we have 6 kids and 2 spouses (potentially 3) and 8 grandkids.  We want to try to book 2 GVs to sail together.  Evidently we exceed the capacity, so we’re thinking of booking the cheapest inside cabin for the overflow adults, figuring the cost of 2 UBPs will pay for the inside.  

 

Which ships have the biggest GVS?

 

If we pull this off, can we rotate 16 people through the suite dining rooms, even though 2 of them are in inside cabins?  We’d have 2 GV people not use the suite dining that day to make it fair.  We will have paid for 16 for suite dining so I think it’s reasonable.

 

What’s the best way to make this work, short of booking a suite for two guys who could care less about anything except the UBP, but who are part of our group?  Any suggestions?  I was thinking of a nice tip to the concierge at the beginning to explain our situation and see how he could help.

 

We could also do meals in the GV but it’s going to be too difficult to coordinate eveyrone’s schedules, I’d rather people just go to the suite dining as they choose rather than us having to have 8 or 16 available at a set time for butler-served in-suite meals.

 

Anyone ever done something this nuts?

 

Even though we’re only looking at 3 cabins, given our number of people, would NCL Group Services be the right source for assistance?

 

All advice welcome!

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Please lets us know what date you have booked and what you ended up booking so that others may avoid your situation if they choose to. Because I for one would not want to listen to kids in the pool/lounge area while I'm trying to relax and same goes for dining. 

On 7/16/2019 at 10:19 AM, cruisinsc1 said:

 

Logged into my NCL account this morning and found this deal on cruises for 2020. Look at Latitudes Rewards and Past Guest Offers. Click thru for discount prices. Saved me over $800 on my booked cruise for next year.

 

For a very limited time, past guests get 20% off regular rates on over 350 cruises, sailing from January 2020 and beyond. Simply log in to view eligible sailings – featuring all Norwegian ships and destinations – with reduced rates already applied. Plus, Take ALL 5 of the below Free at Sea Offers when you book a Balcony or above. Book an Oceanview and Pick 2 Free Offers, or book an Inside or Studio and Pick 1.

Thanks for that info we were able to take advantage for a Canada New England cruise 2020

Thanks all.

You should ask while onboard. My guess is no know

Anyone back from Alaska Jewel cruise that can tell me what the main shows were other than Cirque. Thanks in advance.

They have a cruise consultant on board,they maybe able to answer all your questions.

Do some homework before you leave home and book an appt as they are busy.

8 hours ago, ashleyriley said:

So what happened with the fisherman? What was the catch of the day? 

Not lobster.

1 hour ago, Paul Bogle said:

My understanding is that beverages in carry-on luggage will be stopped by security. You will be asked to consume it or dispose of it. Beverages in checked luggage will flag a trip to the naughty room where it will be I'm pounded for the cruise.

 

Has this procedure changed?

No the procedure  hasn't changed. If you want to avoid this procedure just carry on and declare going through security

When we were on the Breakaway in Sept the ship has their own K9 unit that does stay on board

39 minutes ago, Sailing12Away said:

Normally you can find good deals for the spa while the ship is at port as most people want to be off the ship. But with Pride of America, every day is a port day, including 2 overnight stays.

 

Does anyone remember if there are any deals to be found for my sister to get a massage, or is she better off just pre-reserving a spot now before we board?

Deal or no deal its still tooooooooooooooo expensive and they just about hold you at ransom to buy  product. 

NCL now calls there so called colossal shrimp there lobster.

I hate the smell of candles just like the smell of smoke, especially  coming from a balcony . lmao

1 hour ago, PTC DAWG said:

It’s a joke...a song...non smoker here...

Good to hear. I live in d/t toronto and when we go out its constant walking into a cloud of that nasty smelling stuff. I swear that you could roll up donkey doo and smoke it and get the same high.

1 hour ago, PTC DAWG said:

SMOKE WEED EVERYDAY

I can tell u r proud.

No baseball caps  or cowboy hats  please

22 minutes ago, StolidCruiser said:

 

The highlighted part is categorically incorrect for some ship staff.

 

I am confident your memory doesn't falter throughout the cruise duration and know where you are on the last sea day.

 

Believe what you want and do what you want.  But.... you're wrong.

No matter how many people are on the ship....no matter where the ship is going...the employees pay checks DO NOT CHANGE ! SOOOOOOOO where do you think the monies go???🍹

This is pure BS  We have many cruises under our belt and have spoken to many a staff about there e working condition pay etc. And what you saying is and never been part of stass's remarks to us.

Please post what cabin your in?

Use the search engine and type in auto  grats.

On 6/9/2019 at 7:55 AM, markperth said:

Hi all, I tried searching but could not find answer.

 

so, have booked a transatlantic from nyc to Rome in April 2020 on the Escape. We will have our 3 yo grandson with us, and his parents. Lol.

 

given the weather may not be overly hot, would the outdoor pools and water park,that he is allowed in,be somewhat heated?

 

thanks in advance

They will by the time the kids are done.

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They will be the time the kids have had enough and maybe some adults as well.

 

 

19 days South America. The best cruise ever and our cabin was $399.00 and we were upgraded to a balcony free.

And the ship still sailed   at 75 % capacity. Perfect weather all the way.  We then spent 3 days in Valparaíso  on the riveria   Vina Del Mar at a  quint family run hotel hanging over the ocean with great views and not far from their larges casino.. Before going home.

They will have a child's menu that is free. Enjoy

7 hours ago, Xmas515 said:

What has been your experience with flight times, specifically from YYZ to MIA when booking reduced air with NCL?  Also, direct flight or no?  We aren't sailing for 500+ days yet and I know it's out of my control re: flight, but just curious.  Thanks.  🛫🚢🍹

PS  GO RAPTORS GO!!!  #WETHENORTH

We are flying to YYZ to MIA Jan 11 one day prior to cruise. I intend to post my flight info once i get it. So keep a watch for it.