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i dont know, years ago my daughter went to turks caico and brought back 2 conch shells. (and this was probably 30 or so years ago. to be sure that there were no uninvited critters still living inside, i put the shells in my back yard for a few days, soaking in bleach. then took them out and left them on the lawn. i assume ants came and devoured the rest. after a week or so, i rinsed them off again, and place them in my aquarium, where they reside to this day. ive always though that taking unique shells from a foreign beach was something everyone does. well, guess its true, you doi learn something new everyday
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How much actual cash would you suggest bringing?
complawyer replied to SYH's topic in Norwegian Cruise Line
laudergayle. well, as i said, even though the dsc is supposed to cover tips, the staff on the ship that i tip, are performing a service for me (i know it's their job to do so), but at least it boils down to 1 on 1 service. on a bus crowded with 50 or so of my closest friends, (1) i've already paid an outrageous fee for the tour) (2) most of the places we've been to, the guide just drones on and on, so i usually fall asleep (3) if they're not droning, most of them seem to be rushing you through the area. we were in morocco a few years back, and the guide rushed us through the souk, so you couldnt really focus, much less browse or take in the atmosphere, last year, they rushed us through jerusalem, and more specifically, did you ever notice that on some tours the guide steers you to a specific designated shop or store? Personally, i'm convinced that they're getting a kick-back. consider the stop with a bus load of tourists, what a bonanza for the shop keeper! as for the driver, meh! since there is absolutely no interaction i dont feel any need to leave him a tip. btw, this is not all-inclusive. we've been on many shore excursions, where the guide was helpful, informative and very knowledgeable about the sights. if i do tip at the end, it's usually around $10. -
how petty!
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How much actual cash would you suggest bringing?
complawyer replied to SYH's topic in Norwegian Cruise Line
it also depends on how long your cruise is and who you expect to tip. $10 for sure to the baggage handler on the dock. for 3 meals a day anywhere from $5-$10 dollars per meal. We dont tip as much for breakfast as at dinner, and a little bit more if we're eating at a specialty restaurant. $1-2 for your bartender. $100+ to the butler if your'e in a suite or haven. $50 or more (again if you're in a suite or a haven) to the concierge, contingent on often you use his/her services. $20 at the beginning, another $20 at the middle and $20 or more at the end of the cruise to your cabin steward, $5-20 to anyone else on the staff who performs a service for you. if we're eating in the buffet, i usually tip $1-2 to the person making my omlet and/or the crepes. that about covers it for the ship. if at all possible, we try and book cabs in many of the ports, as opposed to paying the ridiculous prices for the ncl shore excursions, so we usually factot in a tip for the driver. oddly enough, if we're on an ncl booked excursion, i dont tip either the bus driver or the tour guide (go figure) additional tips, if you're staying at a hotel before/after the cruise, to the bellcap, and maybe the person who checks you in. i imagine, that i'll get a lot of flack from people who dont feel it's necessary to tip, since the dsc is rolled into your cruise fare. i've said this before in a prior post. if you wish to tip, feel free to do so, if not, then don't. it's really no one else's business. again, if we're fortunate enough to be sailing in a suite or haven, i usually give the maitre'd a $20 oor so periodically throughout the cruise. you may not believe it, but it goes a long, long way to make your meals easier. btw, sorry for the length of tis post, but i hope it helps -
i think its between $2.50 -$3.00 per can. if you just want a glass of coke, i think it's free
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i asked because we are on the dawn aug 6th thru 15th. ithought if we were on the same cruise, i'd buy you the 1st drink
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sand and seas, i admit to being 75 years old, and sincerely hope cc doesnt censor this post, but the term "nickel bag" has an entirely different meaning for me (LOL) and i aint talkin peanuts!!
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sofasogood. what cruise are you on inaug? for me it was an ice cold can of pepsi and a snickers bar!!! to this day (im 75) i still consider this the "breakfast of champions)
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you're 100% correct, no one can forsee the future. it's probably just as likely as not. btw, we saw it last aug on the bliss, and it was amazing
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for me it was an ice cold can of pepsi and a snickers bar!!! to this day (im 75) i still consider this the "breakfast of champions)
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i usually log onto booking or hotels.com. once you indicate where youre going and what dates, you will get an almost unlimited amount of choices. pick out a few that you may wish to consider, then log onto google to check the distance from the chosen hotel to the cruise port
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it adheres to the local time. whenever there is a time change, you will get a card in your cabin advising you of the change and to adjust your clocks/watches accordingly. if youre unsure of the correct time when you wake up, turn on your tv to the channel that gives you the ship information (i think it's either 12 or 13)
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sand and seas. LOL... unfortunately, i am a pepsi addict, just like some people are addicted to caffeine, and cant kick start their day without a cup of coffee. it's not unusual for me to have a can pf pepsi with my breakfast. coke, (although of course i can drink it if pepsi's not available, just doesnt do it for me in the same way
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it is a disaster of biblical proportions, but sadly and emphatically , "YES"
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if by chance you happen to book a suite or haven suite, if you describe specifically what you want, i'm sure the butler can get the ingredients together for you. i ask him for assorted cheeses, crackers and meats, and he usually comes through. while it may be a bigger pain in the butt, the buffet also has a station with assorted meats, cheese etc, so you can actually make your own with whatever you choose
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sorry, but lots and lots of things have changed in the last 17 years. i concur with meheartcruising. in 24 sailings with ncl, since 2010, i have yet to see "ballroom" dancing on any of their ships. of course there is a dance floor in spinnaker lounge, i believe in the mdr of another of their ships (the actual one escapes me at the moment), but if youre looking for a dance floor for dancing comparable to that of "dancing with the stars" im afraid you'll be disappointed . so in the alternaive get out there and boogie your tushie off either on the pool level, or at spinnaker
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Who to believe on schedule, NCL or port schedules?
complawyer replied to fcccruiser's topic in Norwegian Cruise Line
personally, i'd place all my bets on the posted ncl schedules -
we've booked haven cabin in the past, i would continue to do so (depending on price) as now i feel comfortable booking the same type cabin over and over. it's like "welcome home" for the past year + my wife and i have traveled with a close friend. we book the 2 bedroom suite. she helps contribute to the cost, and the 3 of us get all the perks associated with the haven. while i concede we havent cruised with another line in many years (strictly ncl) knowing what to expect, and knowing what i'm going to get, (imho) justifies booking with ncl, and especially a suite.
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Anyone done "Swim with the Pigs" at Great Stirrup Cay?
complawyer replied to Suite Heart's topic in Norwegian Cruise Line
in some cases, you can stay on board the ship and still "swim with the pigs" sorry, i just couldnt resist. we've been swimming with dolphins in costa maya, with stingrays in grand cayman, but with pigs.. i think not -
by the way. even on my cruise on the star to southeast asia, the problems were strictly mechanical. there was nothing wrong with anything else on this cruise. i would have/have no qualms about booking another cruise on her. i dont expect gourmet cooking, when the kitchens are trying to prepare 1000's of meals per day in various venues throughout the ship, trying to accomodate 1000's of people varying food tastes. i have never had any negative interactions with any of the crew/staff. in the end, the star also has an amazing choice of itineraries. so, i say unto you all "go, enjoy, and stop b*****ng". I once had a friend that claimed some people would complain if they were being hung with a new rope. by the way good buddy chief mate jrk, hope you agree!