ashley@cruisecritic

Does anyone know who the cruise director is on the Getaway?

Yes, it's Julie Valeriote from Canada:

Laundry - has anyone had their laundry done on the ship or have seen the pricing? Do they have self serve laundry if you wanted to doña load and bring less clothes? Thanks

 

 

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I didn't get seasick, but it was a short sailing. Dramamine has worked for me in the past. Bring your own (it's expensive on the ship), or you can likely snag some for free at the guest services desk. Natural remedies are ginger candies or ginger ale and green apples (usually available in the buffet).

As for laundry, there's a pricing list somewhere on a previous page of this thread. They don't offer self-service facilities, but there are for-fee ones that are reasonably priced, for both bulk and individual items.

The only MDR I ate in was the Tropicana Room on the first night, and they had a Surf 'n' Turf option with broiled lobster and steak. For what it's worth, Taste and Savor (which have identical menus) had the Surf 'n' Turf option when I peeked at the menu on the second night, too, so it might be available more than once. Please also keep in mind that I was only onboard for a two-night sailing, so it will probably vary on a full-length one.

Correction: I checked the Taste and Savor menus on the first night, not the second. I'm unsure if it was available on night two. Sorry for any confusion!

I love this forum. Thanks.

 

1 - More info about the Vibe Beach Club? Cabanas? Do you get a food/beverage credit with the cabana rental?

 

2 - When is lobster night?

 

Thanks.

The only MDR I ate in was the Tropicana Room on the first night, and they had a Surf 'n' Turf option with broiled lobster and steak. Taste and Savor (which have identical menus) had the Surf 'n' Turf option on the first night, too. Please also keep in mind that I was only onboard for a two-night sailing, so it will probably vary on a full-length one.

Please see earlier pages in the thread for Vibe info.

I read some place that Getaway has a hot dog wagon that goes to different locations on the ship. The hot dogs are special and very good.

 

Could not find where I read this.

 

Is this correct.

I didn't see one on Getaway, but I imagine they've got one because there's a Sabrett cart on Breakaway, which I saw one day on the pool deck.

Help pls! Lol

It's absolutely possible. You can do it once onboard at the box office or on one of the touch-screen reservation systems located throughout the ship.

Where is the smoking section on the ship? Does the smoke from the casino travel through the atrium area like it does on the Epic?

Smoking is allowed in the center section of the casino only (not in either of corridors that branch off from it). The smoke-removal machines do a decent job, but you can still catch whiffs of it now and then in the 678 Ocean Place area.

Does anyone know what night is the glow party? Also, are there DIY ironing stations on the ship. My clothes alway need a quick iron when I pull them out of the suitcase but I don't want to pay for it unless its reasonably priced.

 

Thanks.

Hi there,

I'm not sure of the exact night of the Glow party, but I believe it's either night five or six, due to the list I was given by Norwegian. Unfortunately, Norwegian ships don't have self-service laundry facilities, so there are no ironing stations, but for-fee services are available for both bulk and individual items, and the prices are very reasonable if you just need something pressed.

Hi Ashley/other cruisers. Any comments on the Teen area for older teens? We are cruising with two girls ages 14 and 17. What is there for them to do during the day/night in this area (they probably don't want to hang with us all day). Also, how much does NCL charge for a beer or mixed drink? Do the pub crawls include a beer/drink at each stop, or do you pay for what you drink on these crawls? Can we take a case of water on board with us? Thanks!

Hi there,

The teen area is downright awesome. I found myself wishing I were young enough to enjoy it myself! It's got a dance floor area, a bunch of really neat funky furniture, air hockey and foosball tables and Nintendo stations set up in a circle around a giant pillar in the center of the room. There's also a fairly sizable arcade onboard. They'll have a great time (photos below). Mixed drinks range in price, but I'd guess $10 is about the average; beer is less expensive. They charge for the pub crawl, so I believe it includes drinks, although I'm not sure how many, but I'm told five different stops are on the crawl. Yes, you can take water onboard.

Ashley, what night do they serve lobster in the main dining room and what is a pub crawl?

The only MDR I ate in was the Tropicana Room on the first night, and they had a Surf 'n' Turf option with broiled lobster and steak. For what it's worth, Taste and Savor (which have identical menus) had the Surf 'n' Turf option when I peeked at the menu on the second night, too, so it might be available more than once. Please also keep in mind that I was only onboard for a two-night sailing, so it will probably vary on a full-length one.

Hi Ashley,

 

Unfortunately, the search button seems to have disappeared again :cool: Can you please post the days and times Legally Blonde, Burn the Floor, and the Illusionarium are available?

Ah, yes, the lovely search button. Our tech team has been having some issues with it, so they've permanently disabled it until further notice. :( They're working on it, but no word yet on when it'll be back.

I don't have access to any dailies from a "normal" voyage -- just a cruise to nowhere. When I was onboard, the Illusionarium had two dining times on each of the two nights: 5:45 and 9 p.m. Legally Blonde's showtimes were 7 and 10 p.m. on the first night only. Burn the Floor was scheduled to take place at 6 and 9:30 p.m. in the Tropicana Room on the first night, but I was there at 6, and it didn't happen -- no idea why. It was also on the program for the second night at 7 and 10 p.m. in the Getaway Theater. I'm guessing the times will be the same on longer sailings, but the days will likely vary.

Hi all,

Sorry I've been m.i.a. for a bit. I'll do my best to get answers to the remaining questions. Thanks to those who have been fielding them for me the last couple of weeks!

Hey Ashley! I found a solution for those who like to bring their own coffee. See my thread below...

 

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1989214

That's great, Mimi! Thanks for passing it along. :)

I assume the $45 is for 1 day only? Has NCL definitely said they will be available on a daily basis? The daily passes seem to be hit or miss as far as availability on most ships, and usually only on port days. A one day pass would be great, as $199 for a weekly one is pretty steep!

Yes, as far as I know, they'll be available on a daily or weekly basis.

Does anyone know when we can book the cake/cupcake decorating classes? We cruise on April 5th, and I would prefer to book before that! I don't want to miss it! thanks!;)

Hi there,

Unfortunately, the cake decorating classes can only be booked once you're onboard -- not in advance.

First time cruiser on NCL.

 

1) Do they provide Beach Towels? or do we take our Bath towels there.

2) Where and how much is the laundry? Do they provide detergent or do I need to carry it.

 

Thanks,

Regarding laundry services, you'll find a bag in your cabin. You can fill it up with things you'd like washed, and they'll charge you a flat fee to clean whatever you can fit in the bag. (I believe the fee is about $25.) Also, this thread has price lists for individual garments on Breakaway: http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1848565. I assume Getaway's prices are similar, if not identical.

If you have the chance, will you ask if there has been extra sound proofing for the spa mini suites since they are the deck below the pool area? I am hoping for a quiet time and am a bit concerned about the pool & bar above on deck 15. We are in 14168. Thank you so much,

Ok, so I've now asked about this three times, and I keep being told that the PR person hasn't received an answer yet. I did ask at the front desk while I was onboard, and I was told that they attempted to ease the noise, but "there are no guarantees." I wanted to get something more official for you straight from the PR folks, but it seems to be taking a while. I haven't forgotten about you! In the event that I do eventually get an answer, I'll be sure to post it.

I know other NCL ships do a brunch on the first sea day. Do you know if the Getaway is offering this?

I don't know offhand, but I would assume they'll do it if it's standard on other ships.

Announced today, beginning Feb 15, Grammy®-Nominated Percussionist Sammy Figueroa to Headline the Grammy® Experience at Sea on Getaway.

 

It's been previously said that these acts will change approximately every 6 weeks.

 

Edited: SORRY! I realize this was already posted above. I can't see anything on my phone. ha!

No worries! Thanks for the info. :)

Does anyone know when we can book the cake/cupcake decorating classes? We cruise on April 5th, and I would prefer to book before that! I don't want to miss it! thanks!;)

I'm not sure about this one, but I'll see what I can find out.

also, I did not mean the starbucks packs. I meant the regular ground coffee bag. I could just buy (and carry) one bag from target or wallgreens for $8 and that would serve me well for the 7 days.

 

UPDATE: Never mind. Someone else posted it here: http://www.depping-design.de/test/displayimage.php?album=321&pid=10524#top_display_media

 

So my Starbucks idea would not work :(

Sorry to hear it. :(

Would love to see a schedule of performers for the Grammy Experience. Thanks!

The next Grammy performer has been announced: http://www.getaway.ncl.com/latest/press-releases/grammy-nominated-percussionist-sammy-figueroa-to-headline-the-grammy-experience-at-sea-on-norwegian-getaway/view/2014-02-10.

It seems they're rolling them out one by one.

Do you know what type of coffee machine they have provided in mid ship balcony rooms? Can we take our own filters and Starbucks ground coffee pack? Would that work in those machines? I do that when I go for long vacations and use the effectively in my hotel room machines. This is that early morning coffee I am talking about :)

 

thanks

Balcony cabins and mini-suites have Hamilton Beach single-cup coffeemakers (photo below). I'm not sure if your Starbucks packets will work, but they probably will. Doesn't hurt to try. I personally didn't make any coffee myself, so I'm unsure what the filters are like.

Is there a charge to use the Salt Room and the fancy whirlpool in the spa?

 

Also, is there steam rooms and saunas?

 

TIA

Unless you are staying in a Spa cabin, yes you need to buy a spa pass.

Vanessa is correct. A pass for the thermal suite (which includes the Salt Room, steam room and sauna areas) is $45.

Great! Thanks a lot, Ashley!

No problem!