SailorMan20

37 minutes ago, newmexicoNita said:

if you have "free at sea" this is not the case,but as with other lines, specialty dining is going to cost you. That is why some restaurants are referred to as specialty or upscale dining. 

I do have "Free At Sea" plus I have $100 OBCS.

54 minutes ago, BirdTravels said:

You lose it, you pay for it. 

LOL

What will happen if I forget My towel provided by NCL in the port city. Oh lets just charge Him eve more.

Just now, luv2c00k said:

I believe this was answered on one of your threads earlier.   Someone even posted a picture.  

 

I totally forgot bout that thread.

It seems to Me everything on NCL ships costs $$$$. 

What is the Balcony Square Footage normal for a angled Balcony?

I guess I will be saving $209. I can use that money other places on the ship.

Just now, cruisinsc1 said:

Access only. Supply and demand allowed NCL to raise the price.

I wonder why they are so popular? I don't party so maybe Vibe not for Me since I am more anti social.

Just now, cruisinsc1 said:

$209

Ouch. I wonder why they are so expensive? Does it included meals or something?

I have My excursion booked with Victor Bodden and I can''t wait to Hug a Sloth.

I am thinking about a Vibe beach Pass for My cruise next year on the Encore. Anyone know how much those passes normally cost? I've been told the Bliss has something similar the the Vibe pass.

As one of My Five free perks I get the Adult Drink Package? Is this package adult drinks only package or is Sodas and Tea inlcluded in the package? 

1 minute ago, rtkenmore said:

 

Which sailing?  We're on December 8th...

There can't be a December 8th of 2020 sailing because the Encore departs Miami on December of 2020. Thats the cruise I am on. 

5 minutes ago, kayteecat said:

It will be interesting to see how it's different for sure. The Atrium Cafe was basically a Starbucks without the explicit Starbucks sign, but it had a limited menu. I wonder if this Encore Starbucks will have the more niche specialty drinks, pastries and sandwiches and other things you'd be able to get in a regular Starbucks. I probably wouldn't get any since there's too much food for me already to be tempted with on a cruise ship, but you never know!

I'll find out in December of 2020 when I am on the Encore. Yeah I won't go a lot because I can't use My OBC towards it.  Too costly.

7 minutes ago, QueenOfZoom said:

 

That's definitely exciting, when are you going?

December of 2020.

10 minutes ago, kayteecat said:

The Starbucks branding doesn't really change that it's still been Starbucks coffee at the Atrium Cafe - at least on the Escape it was. You couldn't use SB gift cards, but it was the same menu, same cups, same coffee. That said, I'm glad it's there because my boyfriend is a coffee snob and gets bored of the regular old coffee after a few days. The availability of specialty coffee keeps him tolerable til we get him back to land and his $$$ espresso machine.

 

I'm really excited about the Onda by Scarpetta partnership - I've had dinner at Scarpetta in Philadelphia and it ranks among the best meals I've ever had. Not sure if I expect the same quality on a cruise ship, but I'm hoping for something good. The restaurants are best known for their fresh pasta and it really does make a difference.

I've been told by My TA that the Starbucks will have it's on store on the Encore.

Just now, QueenOfZoom said:

 

I do realize that, I was giving examples of branded restaurants on ships. Have been on 10 NCL cruises so far including 39 days this year, I'm familiar with the products 😀

Ok. I am excited to be go on the Encore for My first ever cruise.

8 minutes ago, QueenOfZoom said:

 

Not a Starbucks fan in general, don't want to pay extra for coffee. Not a fan of the branded restaurants in general on ships (Guy's Burgers, Margaritaville, etc). 

The Encore will Not have a Guy's Burgers on it. That's a Carnival thing. Smh

Just now, QueenOfZoom said:

 

Ugh, pass 🙄

Why?

1 minute ago, TheDougOut said:

 

Mostly from social media posts of Meyer Werft tour visitors.  The MW web cam is only updated once a week, at most.  

She's coming along greatly. I have a Cabin booked on the 15th Deck. Observation Deck. I see Starbucks will be on Deck 6th.

1 minute ago, TheDougOut said:

Steps up to expanded Vibe area? 

 

 

Where are Y'all finding cams on the construction of the ship?

8 minutes ago, Kenny1080 said:

The best tip I can give is to stay in your room on your balcony in solitude, for the whole sailing

Nah. I will enjoy the ship.

1 minute ago, ColeThornton said:

SailorMan, just a tip for you since you are relatively  new here.   This forum is for discussion of things dealing directly with cruising on NCL.   It is not really the place for personal posts and thoughts.  There are other forums were that are appropriate. Please try to stay on topic.   I hope you enjoy your cruise.

This has to do with NCL since I will be sailing on NCL next year.

I will have a change out outlook. I will have a Great time on the Encore in December of 2020. I will try every specialty restaurant.  Have Starbucks every morning. Swim in the pool. Gamble a little. IF I love 70 lbs before the cruise go go carting. I'll have fun in the ports of call. I WILL HAVE A GREAT TIME CRUISING. 

On 7/11/2019 at 10:47 AM, TheDougOut said:

She's coming along nicely. I love that the Encore will have a Starbucks on it.