phoenix1181

I'm cruising July 8th and there's no link for luggae tags with my eDocs.  Am I looking too early or do I have a problem?

12 minutes ago, BirdTravels said:

You'll be fine. The NCL estimates are very, very conservative. 

Thank you!  I was hoping that would be the answer.

I'm looking at this tour to get me to the airport after an upcoming cruise.  The online detail says it's for cruisers with departures after 2:00 PM.  Does anyone have experience with this?

I have a 1:40 flight and wondering if this would work for me.  Seems like a good way to kill some time instead of sitting in the airport all morning.

Thank you both!  Looks like I'll be going the Uber route.

Cruising solo on NCL Bliss (December) and trying to figure out my best option to get to the port from LAX.  I'm less concerned with safety that cost.  I keep checking the Roll Call for my cruise hoping someone will be arriving on the same flight or around the same time but there's almost no activity there 😞

Are there shuttles available?

Any information, or assistance, will be greatly appreciated. 

How was checking in at Black Falcon?  Were they enforcing arrival times?

The last time we cruised from Boston, they were very strict about arrival times and I'm trying to co-ordinate a family group coming from different locations. Any information you can provide will be greatly appreciated!

FOr those of you who have recently cruised NCL from Boston, are they holding firm on check-in times?  I'm meeting family members for our July cruise and want to get everyone checking in when it's available on the same page as far as time is concerned.

TIA.....d

6 minutes ago, ChiefMateJRK said:

After thorough review, I decided upon eMed.  No appointments required and many reports of prompt service.  Also a bit cheaper than Inspire.

Now you've got me thinking.  I never thought to look for other companies that do online testing.  Than you!

14 minutes ago, JGmf said:

Do a fast search on this board.  You'll see multiple threads.

 

The consensus was that it was easy and fast.  Order your kit early, get an early morning appointment, and do the test.  Results are emailed and texted within minutes.

Thanks!  

I've yet to learn how to do a proper search to find information on this site.  My searches always come up blank..

I'm looking for information from anyone who has used Inspire Diagnostics pre cruise.  I'm thinking that may be my best option for my upcoming cruises but am interested in how well it worked for others.  TIA

I just cruised Celebrity for the first time a few weeks ago and loved it but I don't think the service was any better than NCL.  

El Gaucho if you're into steak.  Chalet Suisse has a variety. (They close for a few weeks in September so be sure to verify they're open when your there)  I especially enjoy their Beef Stroganoff.  Sole Mare or Ellioti's for Italian.

How old is your daughter?  If she's young enough to enjoy the kids menu from the MDR, she can order off that and you won't need to pay anything more.  If she's older, the meal plan will probably save you a few dollars.  Especially if you plan to go to Cagney's.

Am I the only one who wonders why some people seem to have a need to tell others how they should spend their money?

I book with a TA & have never received an email but it has always shown on My NCL.  Good luck!

I don't especially care for Pepsi products but find Diet Pepsi tolerable with a lemon or lime.

Last time I used travelers checks it was a real PITA.  They wouldn't take them at the tables & the cashier had me standing on my head if I wanted to cash more than $500 at a time.  Cashing them at a bank in New Orleans is probably the route I'd take.

I don't get it.  I follow the rules and buy insurance in case we need to cancel (we did) and a lot of posters here believe someone with a sob story should get the same benefit (refund) that I do.  Actually, they would make out better because I'm out the cost of the insurance.  Why does that make sense?

3 hours ago, Sdockendorf said:

I just want to put it out there to all of the posts saying that in order to run a business you have to act like heartless, add the noun. NCL could have, should have allowed us credit for at least part of the cost. They offered nothing after repeated attempts. I will bet that our room is booked on that cruise. Anyone want to take me up on it? There is enough Cruise Critic people to let us all know whether this is the case.  For those of you saying we should have bought the insurance, I say Delta, full refund, Barcelo Hotels full refund, Marriott Hotels full refund and Royal Caribbean we had pay like $200 and that cruise was a week later than NCL. Maybe NCL should join the rest of the hospitality industry and do away with their archaic customer service. It's everyones choice who to do business with and I know where my loyalties will lie in the future.

4 minutes ago, phoenix1181 said:

Why do you believe you deserve something that I paid for but you didn't?  What makes you more deserving than I am?  NCL did what they should have.  Get over yourself.

Sorry, duplicate

I cancelled our October cruise mid September while DH was in the hospital.  Taxes, fees, and other prepaid items were refunded within a week and the balance was received from the insurance I purchased through NCL less than two weeks after submitting the paperwork.  

Compassion is wonderful but why should those who choose to gamble get something others pay for?  I don't want to subsidize them, do you?  The insurance for our cruise cost $398 and the cruise was $6,000.  I'm a gambler but I'm not an idiot and I only gamble with money I'm willing to lose.  

Sorry your wife is ill OP and I hope she wins her battle but this is on you, not NCL.  

I recently had to cancel a cruise that we have been looking forward to for almost two years.  When it was originally booked, I opted for NCL's insurance since it was less expensive than other carriers.  It was a Caribbean cruise, from out home port, and I was comfortable that we could handle any expenses over and above what the plan may cover.

My TA started the process with NCL and emailed the paperwork I needed to complete.  The portion being refunded by NCL was on my credit card within a week of the cancellation.  Our doctor completed the medical paperwork and when I found the time, I uploaded everything.  Nine (9) days later, I had checks (one for each of us) in hand.

I would have much preferred taking the cruise but, for those of you who aren't sure which insurance to buy, don't automatically rule out the insurance NCL offers.  I can't speak to trip interruption or lost luggage claims but they came through on cancellation due to medical reasons quickly & easily.

I understand your disappointment but the problem is with your travel agent, not NCL.  They should have told you that when you can't choose a cabin, you're buying a guarantee.  What the cruise line considers an upgrade is often not what you would consider an upgrade.

If you can cancel without penalty, go for it.  If not, I hope you are able to enjoy your cruise in spite of the cabin location.  Either way... you should probably consider a more knowledgeable TA!

We now have a like button which is great & making the font bold and/or larger is an option.  Overall, I'm sure it will be fine once we all get used to it.

No worries, we'll help. The search function is tiresome & you're never sure the information is current.

The beverage package includes adult beverages with a max cost of $15 & soft drinks. You will be charged the difference, including gratuity, for any drinks that exceed the $15 limit. Soft drinks are served from the bar. Canned drinks are not included.

Other than saying your dining package is used at the specialty restaurants, I can't name any. I have only cruised on Dawn.

The Service Charges you paid pretty much takes care of everything & everyone. If you're in a suite, it does not include the Butler or Concierge. If you use room service, it is customary to tip when it is delivered.

If you receive great service from someone & choose to tip them additionally, it will be greatly appreciated however it is not required.

Enjoy you cruise!!