Topdog52

Delta has done it again!! They have change our time flying out of LGA to 1:00 from Manhattan cruise terminal. I am thinking we should be fine, but it is on a Tuesday morning. Has anyone done this transfer with NCL on a weekday before?

On 11/1/2023 at 10:21 PM, Hlitner said:

Funny thing about the Port of Acapulco is that only the cruise lines of NCLH (NCL, Oceania, and Regent) stop at that port (with Crystal the only exception on a single cruise).  All the other cruise corporations and lines have avoided that port for some time.  One can speculate as to the reason, but the US Department of State has long advised, "Do Not Travel" to that State because of crime.

 

We are not sure how long it will take Acaplulco to recover from all the hurricane damage, but the crime situation is not projected to go away anytime soon.

 

Hank

Is there anything to do close to the terminal? It would be nice to get off the ship and at least walk around.                                                                                                  /

20 hours ago, 9tee2Sea said:

I know there is a post cruise excursion ( Everglades tour) with a drop off at FLL.  But your flight, I believe, has to leave after 4pm.

Thank You. I found this, but it maybe only if you fly with NCL. You would think they would book anyone.

When sailing to or from Port Miami, your flights may arrive or depart at Miami International Airport (MIA) or Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Ground transportation is available at the same cost for both airports.

Does NCL have a transfer from the Miami port to FLL airport?

11 minutes ago, BrJa said:

Looking for information about the Norwegian's line Deal or No Deal and Wheel of Fortune.? I've seen somewhere it cost you for the event. How Much and is it worth going too? Not sure how it's done with a room full of people? Trying to figure out if we want to go to one or both. The NCL web page doesn’t have much about it. Our cruise leaves in June on the Jewel.

This is on NCL Site:

 

Deal or No Deal

Enjoy an exhilarating show where contestants play & deal for cash in a high-energy contest of nerves and intuition.

Play cards will be available for purchase onboard.

Wheel of Fortune

Wheel of Fortune is here! Be one of the first guests to experience the world premier of this new digital interactive game show where everyone can play along on their phones for a chance to win cash, prizes and even a FREE CRUISE! Don’t forget to bring your phone and arrive early to grab a seat. Now playing in the theater.

I was wondering the same thing. I know Deal or no Deal cost money to play. What about Wheel of Fortune? We all know NCL does not give anything away for free.

18 hours ago, princeton123211 said:

There are many people selling HOHO tours in Quebec-- I don't think there are many actual tours. I could be wrong but I only think there is one real company. 

 

That being said, Quebec is an incredibly walkable city that isn't that large. That being said if the newer town further back from the river and the Plains of Abraham interest you the bus isn't a terrible way to do it. 

TY

There are many hop on hop off buss tours in Quebec, Does anyone recommend one? We will be up there Mid Sept for 

a couple of days, before our cruise.

On 2/17/2024 at 9:52 PM, cuagrad90 said:

In 2021 I took a Road Scholar tour of Quebec City. We stayed in a very nice hotel one block from the wall of the old city, Palace Royale. I would stay there again if I were to return.

 

Enjoy your time in Quebec City. I look forward to going back for one day when my ship, Volendam, docks on our way to Montreal.

We are staying there in Sept., It looks like a beautiful hotel. Do you know if there is a hop on hop off bus near the hotel? Also how is the walk to the old city, is there a lot to on our way?

1 hour ago, Turtles06 said:

You’ve asked a non-NCL-related general question that is more appropriate for posting in the Canada/NE ports of call forum. 
 

Great itinerary; enjoy your cruise! 

I tried there first and found nothing on hop-on hop-off bus tours. I thought perhaps someone may have taken a couple of these. I see no difference in people asking about hotels on here. I will keep checking.

I enjoy Hop-On-Hop-off buss tours. Has anyone been on any in 

Saguenay, Charlottetown, Sydney, or Halifax. I have looking, but

not much is coming up ,except for Halifax

5 minutes ago, graphicguy said:

Yeah.....could do any of those things.  I'm not a game show guy myself.  But, I know I'm in the minority.  People love game shows.  I see some old YouTube vids from the 1960s showing some of the same game shows that are on TV today.  People like them.

 

Personally, I would rather have nothing but YES and Pink Floyd cover bands in all the theaters.  But again, I'd be in the minority.

Pink Floyd would be Awesome.

On 1/26/2024 at 4:06 PM, graphicguy said:

Agree!

Instead of people paying $30 for a Deal Or No Deal card. Why not do something like Syd Normans in the theater. An Elton John, Elvis Presley, or an Eagles tribute? There are a number of things they can do besides TV shows!! I would love to sit in the theater and listen to some of these old Bands.

10 hours ago, laudergayle said:

Personally, I’m easily entertained since I can’t sing, dance, or do acrobatics. I’m not funny, but know how to laugh.  Therefore, provide me with nightly options, every night, that include a variety of quality performers.  Don’t make me wait 2 hours for a SRO venue, and don’t make me pay extra to enjoy the show.  And. Most importantly..,don’t drop the entertainment options I thought we were getting right after you take the final payment.  
 

NAILED IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2 hours ago, shof515 said:

search the forum, lots of topics about the entertainment downgrade with game shows as the head line show

If I wanted game shows, I would of stayed home, and watched them on my TV!!

Has anyone used NCL air to Quebec and actually flew into Quebec. 

On 8/9/2023 at 1:33 PM, Ashland said:

No hotel shuttles but I can recommend Auberge Place d' Armes. We stayed there pre-cruise and took a taxi. Great hotel and perfect location. Also check Royal Palace Hotel also good location but again you'll need a taxi.

Yes, the Royal Palace Hotel looks nice. Have you stayed there? If you have, is there anything  around the hotel to see as we will be getting in, late afternoon.

8 hours ago, julig22 said:

Code for double points is LATITUDE. So no, you don't have double points.

On 12/29/2023 at 2:56 AM, KeithJenner said:

You can also just ask them not to open the wine, and take it away with you.

 

Many of us do that, as we have as much wine as we want with meals anyway, but a bottle in your cabin can be very handy for a lazy afternoon on your balcony.

I just want to make sure I understand this correctly. I am getting 2 free dinners with my club balcony suite, plus another 2 for being a Platinum member. If this is true, when I book my 2 free dinners because of the free at sea, will there be a charge on my account for the 2 Platinum dinners when I book 125 days out? I guess my question is, will NCL know that my 3rd and 4th dinners are also free?

21 hours ago, schmoopie17 said:

I have a Kegerator. I obviously know how to pour a beer. Let me at it...

Just take a flask of Crown Royal Apple with you, until the Bartenders arrive.

11 hours ago, CCJack said:

No.  the parliament building is on the SE side I believe, although that is a great view as well, some may prefer that.  The parliament building is very close to the Hilton and you see the building from above with the corresponding park and fountains.   The old town is on the NE side of Hilton and you don't see any buildings as close as the parliament, but you see the wall and then all the roofs in the old town, the Fairmont Le Château Frontenac and of course the cruise ships.     We requested nothing and were upgraded to a corner room which has floor to ceiling windows on both NE and SE walls so we saw both.  

 

You can't go wrong with either, probably choose old town (NE) or corner over parliament if you get the choice, but both are very nice.

 

TY! We are looking forward to it.

3 hours ago, CCJack said:

Yes, you could easily get a cab, however the Hilton is only a block away from old town.   The front door is on the opposite side of the hotel, so more like a 2 block walk to get to hotel entrance.  

If you are a Hilton Honors member request a room with a view of the old town, the higher the better.   Plus the executive lounge on the top floor has outstanding views.   

Thank You, and I will!!! I am thinking the Parliament View would be the view of the old town?

On 12/9/2023 at 11:23 AM, CCJack said:

We stayed at the Hilton and loved it.   5 min. walk to a wall gate, and then you are in the old town and can walk anywhere including piers 21 and 22 (I don't think you can walk to pier 30 from any hotels - not far but just not a good walk from what I could tell.) 

 

With luggage you may want to taxi no matter where you stay as QC is very hilly (but beautiful).

 

The Hilton is a high rise with spectacular views of the old town.  You need to get a room on that side of the hotel (we had a corner room .. even better)    Plus it is one of the best Hiltons we have stayed at.  

We will be staying at the Hilton. After a day of walking around the the old town, is it easy to grab a cab, just in case I do not feel like walking back to the hotel?

If the Getaway is sold out next week. Why am I still getting emails to upgrade? Are they just looking to get higher bids before we sail?

30 minutes ago, wil e coyote said:

@Topdog52 are you on the 2/16 sailing? Here is what I see for the 2/16 itinerary:

No I am on the 12/6 sailing.

24 minutes ago, wil e coyote said:

Did they switch them up? I either didn't notice, or we booked after the change was made.

yes we went from a sea day to the Royal Navel Dockyard then another sea day. Now we have 2 sea days at the begining, then Puerto Plata DR and the Dockyard is at the end of the cruise. Every port is on a different day and time, except St. Thomas. None of the excursion times match up with the Docking time. I hope I get the excursion's I booked!