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9 minutes ago, billslowsky said:

Maybe they are confusing me.  This booking was an ordeal.  This is on my confirmation (along with the code referred to):  * LATREW promo code, is automatically applied to Latitude members’ reservations. This code gives Latitude members their specific tier level discounts/benefits onboard. This promo code does not provide any Latitude points.

 

I was ready to book this trip in a sailaway inside cabin at $649 (plus the $250 port charges); I tried using the same NCL agent I used before (my bad, he wasn't all that interested).  Between when I booked and paid (same day) they pulled the fare and doubled it.  $1248 plus the port charge.  No dice.  He would "try" to get his manager to reinstate it, LOL.

 

Late today, I went back and looked and the sailaway inside fare was $799.  Feeling stupid for missing the first one (I should have just booked it but double checked my vacation time with my boss since it was short notice) I was going to book this, but Oceanview was $899 and Balcony $999.  Ignoring the $150 I missed out on (compared to the $640) only $200 more for the balcony is good enough for me; I've bid that much for upgrades and been rejected.

 

Then the confirmation comes with that notice about Latitude points.  I'm thinking why mention it unless they're not granting points.

 

Also though about sailing from Boston (I am in PA) - IX rates on the Gem are unbelievably cheap for June 5 departure but more hassle to get there and the Escape has a lot more bells and whistles.

 

If you're still awake thanks for listening.

I've seen the same statement on confirmations that seem to state no Latitude points.  This is not correct.  I and friends have inquired when we've seen this. If you have the code in the upper right that shows LATREW you will get points.

I have used a PCC at NCL for years.  He really looks out for me.  Has even advised holding off on bookings before to get a better price.  Also he will go in and give me a partial refund if the price drops further.  I'd get a new PCC if your's isn't providing the service you expect.

Some of my pictures before the refurbishment. (Sept 2018)

I must say the changes are all improvements.  Looking forward to my upcoming sailing.

41 minutes ago, mking8288 said:

Excellent pictures, thank you for posting to share ...

is there now a Bridge Viewing Room like the GEM, looking at one of the pictures posted here - looked like a nice "peek" into bridge operations, as I cannot imagine that they are offering escorted/guide tour.  Well, maybe for the few dozens of Latitude Ambassadors on request, LOL. 

The Bridge Viewing Room was there before the refurbishment.  I would assume it's still there.

NCL Jewel nice Back2Back Australian/New Zealand Cruises

Jan 2019..would keep an eye on these. I imagine there will be some better rates in the coming months.

 

 

 

 

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Exactly what I was thinking. Already within the 120 day final payment window. About 3 weeks till the 90 day point. It could get better... worth watching.

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Why is the price $482? Shouldn’t you have received $250 off for your certificate? Also the lowest price listed at NCL website for that cruise is $1105.63!

 

 

 

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I believe the poster might have been referring to your actual out of pocket savings as you pay $125 for every $250 certificate.

You are right though, when using a certificate on a booking, $250 is taken off the bottom line.

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Another great deal for a solo cruise on NCL. I just booked. You need to go all the way into the booking and look into the inside category to see the actual price. $899 + $369 taxes = $1267 inside 19day Sept 17-Oct 6. Vancouver to Tokyo.

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Your right!! What was I thinking. I meant Juneau.

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Surprised...Looks like they are going into Berth One of Pier 88....I thought they'd go into Two....:confused:

Just as you posted this I was checking VesselFinder and saw that the Bliss was halfway in. Surprised by how real time it was.

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I live in Seattle, I'm ready for it to rain the whole trip.

I'm originally from AK and have family in Seattle. I know what you mean. I always expect the overcast and wet. When there are sunny days it's a treat. I've experienced much nice weather in the Pacific NW, it's that you just don't want to count on it.

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Oooh daang. That's good to hear. I don't think my cruise has any days called out where they are explicitly cruising glacier areas, but it seems likely that we'd see some right?

Weather is really unpredictable in Alaska. You can’t really make comparisons of different months or even years.

I did the last cruise NCL had out of Alaska last September/October. We had rain at our first port, Fairbanks. This was pretty much what we expected. The next day was sunny and sun was all we had for the remainder of the 10 day cruise. Wow!

At several ports we were told by locals that we were having unexpected weather as it had been cool and wet all summer long.

It goes to show you that you go to Alaska for the scenery not the weather. And sometimes you luck out with the weather.

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I was just talking to someone from Boston. They said there is a great demand for lobster in Asia. Practically everything they catch is air shipped out. Local prices are through the roof. My guess this is why we are not seeing it on NCL ships.

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At the 'how to run a floating hotel' q&a in the Atrium yesterday they said there we 2,500 passengers on board.

 

Sandra

Thanks for the info.

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Question: can someone find out what the official passenger count is on the TA?

Thanks.

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sorry to be yet another poster bothering you with questions, but maybe one of my fellow readers knows and can answer?

 

I'm going on my first cruise on the Bliss in June to Alaska, I guess this is a real noob question: is the bow of the ship accessible for walking around? as in, like, right up front like Kate + Leo? I've seen no pictures of people strolling there but I can't imagine that big flat area isn't a deck of some sort? Maybe only accessible to Haven guests?

This area is usually a crew only area. On many of NCL’s ships there is a crew bar tucked in out of view from above. I’ve often seen crew members looking out from the bow area as we approach interesting ports.

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My "Personal Cruise Consultant" at ...

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My pic at NCL told me he just got an email saying the go- carts are going up to $7.

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When it is so close to embarkation, the best bet may be cruise line air. Those within driving distance for roundtrip itineraries, it's a fantastic deal.

I like the hunt for great deals. I find plenty, but airfare has killed many more. It's just one more part of the deal for me. I also find it much more economical to stick to cruises 12 days or longer.

I wish I were within driving distance like so many are. As it is I just wouldn't/couldn't do a 7 day.

I do like the tips on deals people have been providing. Keep up the great work.

Thanks

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Is their buffet any different that the Garden Café?

 

 

 

They the same thing

 

 

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Sorry I didn't get to those that asked how to use settings to increase the number of posts per page quick enough.

I do want to thank my fellow CC members for jumping in and giving wonderful instructions. Perfect team work!

Currently I'm finding the app the easiest to use as I'm actively involved on three different boards/roll calls. The app is best when following more than one board even with the lower max posts per page. With either a browser or the app setting your posts to the maximum per page saves you time navigating all the posts.

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Hello all! I am sailing the Bliss in about 24 days. I am not sure I will be able to make it through 204 pages of the thread but it seems there is some great info on here :)

Number of pages is a variable. People that are stating 200+ are in the default display setting.

You can pick how many posts per page in your account settings. I set mine to the maximum of 200 per page. It's much faster to scroll through 200 posts and less time switching pages. Try it, you'll like it.

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OK, fellow cruisers, food aside, WHERE IS OUR SHIP TONIGHT?

Location apps show it at Eemshaven.

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I have the Specialty Dining Package and some have mentioned one can use it for one appetizer

and one entree. I wonder if they will let you order additional meats from the entree side of the menu

if you want seconds? I understand they might not allow you to order three or four entrees initially but

I'm curious to see if they'd let you try another item (or two) after you finish your first?

As Two Wheels Only said, the first entree is covered by the SDP, then any additional entrees would be at the a la carte prices.

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Many lines, including NCL, use facial recognition in their security video systems. They know who everyone is out and about in the public areas on their video monitoring screens. (Remember they take your photo at check in)

Masks would mess this up.

Policies could be change, but in this case it is being advertised by NCL. In your example it was a party planned by the group taking a charter.

It will be interesting to see if Masquerade sticks around or is cut down the road.

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Hmmm... Interesting. So they will actually let passengers wear masks at a party onboard?

 

I was on a different line with a costume party where they announced that masks that covered passengers faces were not allowed because of security reasons...

 

From the image in their social media post am I to assume that the theme is more of a traditional Venetian masquerade ball rather than Halloween style superhero costumes?

I’ve never heard of any costume restrictions at any of the Halloween parties on NCL cruises before. I wouldn’t think it would be any different at Masquerade.

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I just watched a video on YouTube and the person stated that the interior cabins on the Norwegian Bliss have virtual oceanview screens. Is this correct? I hope so :)

I believe the virtual windows are only in the studio cabins.

You can find this information and more with a little exploration on NCL’s Bliss site.

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