Reporting back for those who were curious. As a refresher for anyone reading this topic the first time, I am on a large corporate charter if the Joy. As such, timings seem a little different than the norm.
On Sunday, all aboard ended up being 10:30pm for an 11pm sail away. Sailing out of Manhattan at night was magical! Prior to sail away, I was able to check in by 5, drop my luggage, get settled in my room, disembark, and explore the city.
We arrived in Bermuda around 6PM on Tuesday. Today is Thursday and we will depart at 6PM, arriving back at MCT early Saturday.
Overall it’s been a great trip! Some of my colleagues are in the haven and gave me a little tour last night. It’s so nice! I’m in 12702, a cabin facing the front of the ship with a large window. We had no say over cabin assignments. Hoping for calmer waters on the way home because I felt the ship moving a lot on the way out here!!!
Not having sailed, NCL before, I don’t know what they’re doing differently for the charter. The sail away party Sunday was jam packed. I expect this afternoon’s to be equally packed. Our crew packs the casino at night and there are literally no seats at any table. The observation lounge gets closed off from 8p to 1a every night for a private event where booze is magically free and paid for by our company. Fortunately, I made the cut for that VIP list. 🙂
Thanks to everyone who replied to my original post!