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I am traveling on the Bliss 1/22/23-1/27/23. Recent pictures being posted make things look like maybe the sailing isn’t near capacity. Of course, those kind enough to share may purposely be taking pictures during quieter times to show more ship and less people. For those traveling that have definitely been on sailing when the cruisers were packed in, do you think it is any less crowded right now?

You mentioned that once inside the Cavern there are drinks available at a bar. Any food/snacks offered?

I get customers at my restaurant that ask for extra crispy. I’m not a cruise ship, but I’m always happy to accommodate.

Thanks for sharing your experience and advice!

Are there any major differences between a balcony suite and a club balcony suite?

I have the same philosophy. We have traveled a lot and enjoy the adventure. The good, the bad, and the memories.

I don’t sail for 79 days. Pathetic for some people I suppose, but I genuinely enjoy reading and anticipating the cruise everyday.

Hack #4. The online system wasn’t working for me. Called and talked to an agent that booked it all for me.

Here’s to hoping NCL monitors forums like this and takes notice. This problem is easily remedied.

I know, right! I have an older son that will probably invite himself when he finds out. Not sure how easy it is to add someone late.

Pedicab sounds fun for my teenagers to experience. Thanks for the tip.

This thread is great. I love hearing about people’s opinions and tastes. Thanks for sharing!

I agree that they are delicious in the air fryer. The problem? Air fryers take time. Even commercial ones are slow. Kitchen staff worries customers are impatient (many are) and are trying to clear tickets. They short the time on the wings and you are left with gummy skins instead of crispy ones. The perfect wings when you are baking take the right time to render the fat and crisp up. Once the heat gets there, they crisp over the course of about 30 seconds. I like the sauce on the side, just in case the time from oven to table gets delayed (which it often does). The crisp will stay long and you can dip and enjoy.

I sail Bliss in January and I will see if I can find a wing that works. If it does, I’ll post with pics and story.

Wings are one of the weird casualties of the pandemic. The price went up so high because of supply and demand that there was no way the price was coming down to reasonable levels in an environment of inflation, labor woes (availability and wage), and transportation woes (cost of fuel, available drivers). As the market stabilizes so will the availability and pricing with all things poultry. I kept wings on my menu but the size has changed along with the price. I try to put my customer first on value and I adjust for the product available. Right now wings are small. I have added more wings to the “typical” order so that customers aren’t paying more for less. Here is to hoping it improves and NCL and others get back to wings people want.

No one should “give up” on the wings based on a forum. One of the food items in my restaurant most impacted by inflation and supply chain issues the past 3 years is chicken wings. From week to week, the pricing and availability has been unpredictable. Often times, you have to substitute brand and size just to keep wings in stock. It’s possible the current selection is hitting a price or availability and NCL is doing the best it can to keep it stocked.

I really have no idea about anything. First cruise. I consulted with family about the location but who actually knows. I really only plan on being in the room to sleep and spending the rest of the time in all of the other areas of the ship.

I traveling with my two teens (17 and 15 son). First cruise. Just the three of us. We have an inside family that is right next to elevators. NCL is offering upgrade to balcony guaranteed for $159 total but I can’t choose the room. Thoughts?

Does the FCC just show up or do you need to do something?

Yes please. This sounds perfect. And Medano is nice enough to hang out at the beach for a while? Find places to shop and eat? Close enough to walk to port or would you grab a taxi to the tender?

I plan to be pretty go with the flow on my maiden voyage on the Bliss … but I will be one of the annoying people forming a line way too early for the Beatles.

I just did this for a Jan cruise. Taxes and fees would move from inside to balcony guaranteed (they pick for you) for $159 total for 3 people. Thanks for the advice. I like the location of the room I chose so I probably won’t upgrade, but that is considerably less than just bidding to upgrade.

Oh, and sauce on the side if you are worried. If you don’t feel like you are asking for too much (probably are) a side of melted butter and franks red hot and you can double dip it delicious.

I own a restaurant that does no-fry naked wings. Our wings are baked and then baked again to order. Maybe an order with a smile and ask them to make them extra crispy. They can be really delicious this way! Also, ask them if they have some Franks Red and they may be able to get you a traditional wing. I’ll try this when I cruise next.

Tell me more about this drink card …