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4 minutes ago, Monica887 said:

What's the difference between the Observation lounge and Horizon Lounges? Just that one is exclusive to Haven? 

Yes, correct!

33 minutes ago, Panhandle Couple said:

In the 60's show The Prisoner (now a cult classic) the main character was called Six.  Everyone had numbers, no names.  His pained line of "Who is Number 1?" is a trademark for the show.

Some feel the answer, "You are number 6" was meant to be "You are, number 6"

8 minutes ago, Pitzel said:

The Prima has butlers and concierge service for non-Haven suites.

Do those suites get special breakfast and lunch like on other non-Haven ships?

Considering this stateroom 18124 on Bliss. We have always had the one on deck 17 which has the automatic door leading into the lounges and the rest of deck 17. On deck 18 there are doors where you scan your card, but I don't know if they are automatic, are they easy to open and do they allow easy entry with the Scootaround. It's pretty much the same set up on Joy. Would appreciate some first hand knowledge! Thanks!

If you need your clothes washed or dry cleaned during your cruise, laundry services are available on all Norwegian ships. Your clothes will be returned the next day, or the same day by special request. Prices vary from garment to garment but keep an eye out, discounts are available.

Our Star our brunch was an Indian themed buffet. Many of the servers were traditional costumes. They also had music. I think it was $10. 

On 7/5/2023 at 2:27 PM, CruisnHallelujahs said:

How is the pizza off the kids mdr menu?  Thought I might give that a try when I run out of vegetarian options.  

We had three dinners at Le Bistro and, as a vegetarian, I was tired of the Napoleon de Legumes. It's good but not in the mood for the third. So I ordered the pizza from the kids menu and I loved it. Just a plain delicious cheese pizza! It really hit the spot. 

We always buy NCL's platinum plan that includes cancel for any reason. Never had to use any part of it until last cruise. My spouse had a backache that just wouldn't quit and he was out of ibuprofen. Decided to visit the medical center. He explained that he gets this a lot and iburofen works but we're out. They gave him an injection and some ibuprofen tabs. Success. i figured that since it was a chronic condition the insurance would not cover it. Wasn't even going to bother to get the forms from the medical center, but they dropped them off at our cabin. I figured there would be lots of hoops, but no! I uploaded the bill from the medical center, explained we had medicare so they would not cover out of the country. 

Two days later we got the approval email and very clear instructions on how to get the payment: they would send a check, issue an e-check, or PayPal. Chose PayPal and it was instant! No fees no nothing! YMMV with a larger claim.

I am vegetarian, which can be a challenge. So I really appreciate the Cauliflower Steak ras el hanout in Oceal Blue. The napoleon de legumes in Le Bistro is another favorite! 

We told our butler that we really liked bar mix, M&Ms, cheese and crackers, BLTs and PBJs and that any would be greatly appreciated. He served us a nice rotating mix. On embarkation there were already some snack bowls covered with plastic wrap as I had mentioned this to the pre-cruise concierge. I also discovered that in the Observation Lounge there is an assortment of snacks in a section called build-your-own-trail mix. That was a lot of fun. Have a great cruise!

They go over the storage in the main living room here.

39 minutes ago, uneamie said:

We are going in June 24 to Bermuda on Joy. I am taking my disabled brother who is mentally an 11 year old who never drinks alcohol. We want the free at sea drinks package but it's a waste to have to get it for him. We'd like to get him the soda package but there is no option to do that because he is 61 years old. ugh! 

If you get a letter from your doctors to that effect and submit it to NCL they will waive the requirement. We did this when my spouse was on medication that meant he could have no alcohol. 

Only for guests who purchase treatments.

17 minutes ago, Two Wheels Only said:

 

It could be worse......(2019) LINK

 

"Due to repairs in the Haven galley, the Haven restaurant will be closed during your sailing from September 7th to September 14th.
 
We will be providing the following dining alternatives:
Cagney’s Steakhouse, Deck 8 Aft, will be open for breakfast and lunch and will serve the current Haven breakfast and lunch menus.
A complimentary 7-meal specialty dining package will be provided for you onboard so you can enjoy."

We were on that cruise! A bit disappointed when we got the email but the reality was just fine. Lots of specialty restaurants! And Cagney's made a lovely breakfast and lunch locale.

On 2/22/2022 at 12:22 PM, pcakes122 said:

The other Courtyard Penthouse cabins are two separate rooms (living room and bedroom

Only the 2 bedroom suites are two separate rooms.

I prefer the HC suite when available. In general we like the port suites which are the 171**

(Just back from a 12 day where the only available suite was the 2 bedroom. I was using a scooter and I really appreciated that extra wide door in the HC.)

 I think it's the teen club and the video arcade.

20 hours ago, Dgoddess61 said:

2)  Do Suite Passengers have access to the Thermal Spa?

They have access, with a fee. It's a nice little thermal spa, but not like the ones on the bigger ships.

18 hours ago, bookbabe said:

On the PoA, there’s no Haven.  Anyone know if the suites still get free room service?

Yes, we did in September on POA

We did not get tags in the mail for our last two cruises and then suddenly we got them for the upcoming cruise. I guess it is hit or miss. We still print them out and put them in a holder from Amazon and we'll add the "real" ones on the morning of the cruise.

8 minutes ago, julig22 said:

.I do wish they'd include the soda package as a FAS perk

We always have the Beverage package removed and then just add the soda package. Cheaper than the open bar FAS

Deck 17 has a running/walking track in the mornings. As the day goes on it gets pretty blocked by chairs. 

Sports Complex (upper level) has combined sports court (basketball/volleyball), Ropes Course, Zip Line, Race Track (Ferrari TM go-karts), Rock Climbing Wall, Mini-Golf Course.

58 minutes ago, takingthefam2cruz said:

Can you ask for soda instead of wine with the "free wine" voucher?  We don't drink wine. 

 

 

We asked for non-alcoholic wine and it was really good!

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