JustaOreo

We’ve really had no issues with any of the cruise lines. I will not go to Jamaica though I’m told men potentially can have….more negative experiences than women. (Yes I’m Jamaican.)

We really enjoy Amsterdam, Copenhagen, Seattle and Sydney and find them quite welcoming. 

6 minutes ago, Jane T said:

Sorry, not at all familiar with Club Balcony Suite. Can someone who is familiar please help me understand if there is any access to areas or amenities that regular balcony rooms do not have? I am reading Cruise Critic description and it seems to say there is. 

https://www.ncl.com/why-cruise-norwegian/cruise-accommodations/minisuites-and-balconies

...and for ships like Bliss where the Deluxe owners has a separate 'media' room....we've found that the fold out can work but hasn't been as comfortable as those listed as 2 bedrooms.

.....vs DOS or OS.......traveling with the kids and not mind losing the living room...then either is good. Traveling with another couple or with anyone who merits their own 'space'...then the 2 bedroom wins.

9 minutes ago, brookie848 said:

I know the Dawn and the really freaking expensive suites on the Prima have two bedrooms. What other ships offer a second bedroom in the higher-end suites? We sometimes have a friend that cruises with us and when we do, we want her to have her own space. We've stayed mainly in 2-bedroom suites, but did do the DOS on the Dawn that worked for us.

 

I'm looking at cruises for 2023 and would like some guidance on which ships have 2-bedroom suites besides the aptly named 2-bedroom suites (and the Garden Villas). 😁

 

Thanks!

Off the top of my head....all NCL ships have a 2 bedroom option that are called 2 bedrooms. Not all....read the 'smaller ships'..e.g. Star..Dawn.... may not have a dedicated 'Haven', but all the 2 bedrooms that are not in Haven...have 'suite' privileges.

1 hour ago, bigjcruiser said:

Just had my upgrade bids all cancelled on the epic on the 5th due to “changes in my reservation”. I really hope a cancellation of the cruise email isn’t what comes next! 😞 

https://www.ncl.com/vacations?date=sep-2021&ship=norwegian-epic

Shows the first Epic sailing September 8.

I've been lurking......think I've caught up. Any chance someone on board has any idea what the charge for the Sanctuary is.....are they offering an entire cruise price?

...............Thanx for taking the time out from your va-ca to take us with you.

Still having the same issue. Can't log out even after deleting cookies. Seemed to work for a couple of days. Using Firefox and Chrome....yes 2 different machines.

Thanx

Just now, gardening_guy said:

I'm still trying to get past the fact that an all-inclusive drink package doesnt include bottled water? lol

 

That makes most of us!   🙂

46 minutes ago, gardening_guy said:

No free drinks at the Haven Bar?  But I have a drink package.  I'm not sure I understand.

Typically....the drink package includes glasses of beverage, not cans/bottles. There have been occasions where I have gotten an entire can/bottle of soda/beer. That however has not been the norm.

We are leaving from Southampton on a Transatlantic. Have done quite a bit of the UK and though Salisbury has been our 'go-to'....trying for somewhere new.

Thanx

Wondering if anyone has thoughts one way or the other. Weather notwithstanding....we live in Alaska.....

Anyone on Regal Princess Nov 3 TA?

Can't really speak to RCCL.....our first in many moons isn't until 2020.........spousal unit wants to try a 'mega' ship.

What I love about NCL ........we get to eat when we want....where we want.....at a table for 2...unless it's Teppanyaki...even if there are just 4 tops available. Formal wear is entirely optional and you don't feel out of place if you do....or don't. The Waterfront adds another level and the Penthouse cabin in the Haven is on another level in terms of service and amenities. Get the Spa Thermal suite pass.....

The downside to NCL is they will try to nickel and dime you to death.....ignore the various attempts. If the traditional cruise experience is what you're looking for.....formal nights.....traditional dining....NCL may not be the experience for you.  As a checkerboard couple I've not experienced anything negative and are leaving on our 17th NCL cruise in 5 days. Either way....Congrats.....Good luck and ENJOY !!

Thought of that.....thanx...........less distance to the pool....LOL

Great.....Thanx

First time on RCCl...........choice  of 14592 first balcony on 'bump out' or 14596.

Pros.....cons......

Thanx

Take a look at Princess..........and the fares aren't too bad. Understand about planning. Was hoping to do NCL but in  2021 have purchased Princess Sydney to Hong Kong and then Celebrity from Sydney to Honolulu......all for less than NCL wanted for Sydney to Honolulu as a b2b via French Polynesia.

P.S. Platinum + on NCL

7 minutes ago, chengkp75 said:

Completely aware of the Star's configuration, but it has 4 diesel engines driving generators, and two Azipod motors (electric), as well as the 3 thruster motors.  In the maritime world there is a major difference between "engine" and "motor".

 

And, someone onboard, who is posting on the other thread, has stated the problem is with one of the diesel engines.

Mea Culpa......no slight intended. Just trying to say for those of us not fully versed on the technical naval lingo.....until/unless NCL ever says what the issue is/was..........all we can do is speculate.

1 hour ago, chengkp75 said:

Where are you reading that the engine is not repairable on the ship?  Unless the engine has completely exploded and sent a connecting rod out the side (and even then I've had onboard repairs done), everything can be repaired onboard.  In the "Star misses Dubrovnik" thread are my comments about engine overhauls and the likely scenario that happened.  Yes, the ship could to a TA without one diesel engine, as she has four, and very likely has been sailing for weeks with only 3 operable, if one was down for scheduled overhaul.

Points of clarification.

NCL Star has 4 generators and 2 Azipod 'engines'....3 bow thrusters. Truth is we really don't know where the specific....if just one...problem is/are.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Norwegian_Star

Greetings from Alaska....

Congratulations all around!! We've been together 12 years, married 10....oh yea, to an Aussie...in Canada......living in Anchorage AK.

Next cruise NCL Star Miami to Santiago in December.

Thanx....one less thing to think about.!!

Will be departing on Star out of Miami early December 2019. Anyone been though there recently who can give me an idea about traffic with the construction going on?

Thanx!

5 minutes ago, sr71_1 said:

1st time NCL cruiser.  Booked on NCL Jewel from Seward to Vancouver - June 2020.   Have a Haven 2 bedroom suite.  Somehow I missed the detail that Jewel class ships do not have a private restaurant or private bar.    

 - I've read somewhere that instead of a private restaurant, "Jewel" Haven guests have the option to eat breakfast and lunch in one of the restaurants not open to other ship guests.    Is this correct ?   

 - Is the food served in the Haven restaurant or the Jewel alternative better in some way that other restaurants on the ship?

- for Dinner (in the absence of a private restaurant) does NCL offer anything special for Jewel class Haven guests?    

 

Breakfast and lunch will either be in Moderno (usual) or Cagney's.....nothing I can recall for 'special' dinner.

As far as Haven Restaurant vs any of the speciality restaurants.....really subjective.......I tend to find the 'Haven' restaurants, on ships with one, good for a couple of dinners.....and the food is good....but the menu doesn't seem to change.

Hope that helps.

Great Review.....Thank You!!

Here's wishing you another NCL cruise.....with no missed port/shore excursions.....nor pants...and a husband's whose turn it is to be on the receiving end of......don't worry, no one will notice.