Purple_Pig

Correct on all accounts. I did put from port in the title! They were not any more expensive than any of the private operators. Bonus is I know they are approved to drive right up to the ship. I tried many reputable operators and all were booked or were vague on if they were authorized to drive right up to the ship. Learned a long time ago that unless I know they can drive right up I do not book them. Thank you

The main vendors suggested here are already booked. I waited too long and that's entirely my fault. We don't sail for just over 2 months yet, here we are. I went to the port's website to see if they had a list of vendors and you can arrange a private driver on the site. They list their ranking with tripadvisor but I can't seem to find the reviews. I also can't find anything here when I search. I think I'm not using the right name to search. Has anyone used this service before? Thank you in advance for any opinions or information!

In all of cruising I encountered one rude staff member. It was a bartender on a Carnival cruise. Years ago but I still remember because it was so odd it stuck out.

Ok. Your entire post sounded like perhaps your attitude is the problem. That section just really highlighted your attitude and perspective for me. I have found the service on NCL to be wonderful. No issues except for the MDR which I won't use as I'm not a fan. I'm a total, self-admitted snob.

Yes, yes there is. Why do you think you can ask/tell (seems like you TELL) your room stewart when to clean your cabin??? OH MY GOSH. Who does that? I travel in suites. Full butler, concierge, stewart. I would never. Never ever. Ever. I might let them know that we don't care about cleaning if it doesn't need it and I happen to run into them but to tell them when? Do you have any idea of the type of workload they carry? Their schedules are set for a reason.

Interesting. I'm not sure I want to sail on Prima. Viva I assume is the sister ship so the same general ship design? That's a fantastic cabin though.

Thank you. That's what I thought. I was confused when the OP said they want to upgrade to a 3 bedroom IN the Haven.

So instead of using your words, sitting on a barstool, etc you just don't get a drink? This makes no sense. Why would you willingly go through life like that?

NCL isn't "MAKING" you do anything. It is a vacation. Not taxes. It isn't mandatory. If you feel the value doesn't match the price then look around and book a different vacation.

Which ship has a 3 bedroom in the Haven?

Hoping for some advice or experiences. Planning our trip and debating what to do from land before boarding and what to do as a shore excursion. We absolutely want to see Florence. Debating doing it as a shore excursion (much more convenient) or as a day trip from Rome before the cruise. A day trip would be a very long day and we're already doing Pompeii as a day trip. Can anyone share how often that port is at risk for being skipped? It is infamous like Roatan where it is maybe 50/50 you will get to dock? Or is it very likely to dock? Have no experience with the weather and sea conditions in that area of the world. Any insight would be very appreciated! TIA

My favorite place to read is on my balcony. If you can swing that, go for it.

I've done a family suite. It would be tight with 5 people though I think it technically sleeps 5. You have a queen, double murphy and a sleeper sofa. We never had the sleeper out so I'm not sure what size it is. Very spacious for 3. For 5 it would be a bit cramped because you only have 1 bathroom. Though you have lots of seating. No balcony so it is really nice for cold sailings. The wall of windows is really a nice feature. I think even with the 2 bed/2 bath 5 adults might be a bit cramped because of the seating in the living room and balcony size if you are the types to hang out in your room a lot. If you are the type to be out and about all the time I think it would work. Though, at that price, you can easily book 2 connecting cabins.

Super small purse because I rarely have pockets.

Yep, happens everytime you have to change anything. It just isn't that big of a deal though.