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Sailing on the Epic and have seen the bathroom/shower/sink configuration. I am not overly concerned, but wondering if there is some way to cover the doors of the toilet and shower so that they are not as opaque?  Can you hang something in front of or over the door?  I understand there is a curtain that you can pull to close off that area, but just wanted to know if anyone has any other suggestions.

Thanks!   🚿🚽

Thanks, All-ready2cruise.  I know I can always get the info I need from you all!

Thanks.  I guess the person I spoke to at NCL either didn't know or gave me incorrect advice.  Will try and contact them again and see if their answer is still the same.

Hi All!

Doing a TA in April on the Epic.  Is it true that there is no bulk laundry service, eg. a bag of a certain weight for a particular price?  This type of service has been available on other cruise lines (Celebrity, Royal Caribbean, Holland America).  NCL said they charge a minimum of $1.25 for each piece, even underwear and the cost just escalates from there.  Is it $ feasible to do laundry on a 15 day cruise?  I understand that you can do underwear in the sink...but the thought of wet underwear hanging in the cabin is not a pleasant one. Hate to have to bring enough of everything to last the cruise.  I know this is a minor irritation...but just thought I would send it out there to anyone who has "been there...done that."

Thanks!

Thank you, everyone. Some really good suggestions.  Helps so much to have people with knowledge and the willingness to share. 👍😊

Gong on a NCL TA in April.  First one.  Have always been on cruises where I usually know what the weather will be.  Traveling across the Atlantic, from Miami to Barcelona,  with many sea days, not sure what type of clothing to pack.  I assume that the best advice would be layering...right??  Spain and Portugal the end of April should be in the 60's.

Any help from veteran travelers would be appreciated.

Thanks to all!

Thinking of going on the TA cruise from Miami to Barcelona on NCL.  A few questions to all who have been there before.

Which cabin type  would your suggest...we definitely want a balcony...but...are all the large balconies floor to ceiling entry?

Is the spa balcony worth it or should we just add on the spa package?  Will upgrading be cheaper than buying a spa package?

Any suggestions for the specialty restaurants...we get 5 free.

Those questions are too specific to the line and/or ship. You should re-post them here:

Thank you to all who answered.  I really appreciate all of your help.

Thinking of going on the TA cruise from Miami to Barcelona on NCL.  A few questions to all who have been there before.

Which cabin type  would your suggest...we definitely want a balcony...but...are all the large balconies floor to ceiling entry?

Is the spa balcony worth it or should we just add on the spa package?  Will upgrading be cheaper than buying a spa package?

Any suggestions for the specialty restaurants...we get 5 free.

Thanks again...you all always give the best advice.

Interested in going on a transatlantic (repositioning) cruise.  Any suggestions or hints on what to look for?  Which cruise lines are the best?  Which give you the best bang for your buck? 

We are cruisers but have never done one like this.    Any suggestions from more experienced cruisers would be welcome!

Thanks...always know I will get good info from you all!:)

Going on my first zip line (Celebrity/Ocho Rios) and wondered what to bring with me from the ship. ID of course. Do I need some cash and a credit card? Can I wear a back or fanny pack? Will I be able to take pictures as I zip line? :)

It sounds like this is not the one offered by Celebrity. Though it sounds really good, and I will look into it, do you know anything about the one from the ship? We have a lot of OBC and would like to use it for the excursion.

We will be on a Celebrity cruise in the Caribbean and want to have our first zip line experience. Does anyone know which excursion is the best? Is it the one that Celebrity offers or are there better ones out there on the island itself? Want one that is fun and safe.

Thanks for any advice...:)

Of course, I understand that with time, all prices rise. Cruising has always been one of the best bangs for your buck. As for the increase in cost...based on my research and pretty much across the board...on similar itineraries and ships that we have cruised in the past, prices seem to have risen anywhere from $350 to $500 per person. The last cruise we took was this past November..so not that long ago.

Don't get me wrong..I love cruising and it is still one of the best vacations in terms of what you get for your money.

Thanks for letting me vent a bit. And...thanks for all your helpful advice, now and in the past!

Have cruised many, many times over the past years. Many have been taken in January, where we usually get some great incentives. Have been looking for a cruise, possibly in the Caribbean, for January 2016. The prices have been higher than usual. Has anyone else noticed this?

Thanks. Will look into the Explore4 Promo...sounds promising. Already aware of the Signature drink package.

Thanks, Barb. Great hints, comments and suggestions.

Thanks to all who replied. We will take all your comments to heart. Any hints on things to do, places not to miss on a HAL ship..esp. the Westerdam? Overcrowding an issue at all? Which specialty restaurants are really good? Long waits for anything? We are seasoned cruisers...just never on a HAL ship. Looking forward to a wonderful cruise.

Thanks again in advance! :)

Thanks for your input...very helpful.

Never having been on a HAL ship, but mostly on Celebrity...wondering what type of drink packages they have. Interested in wines and liquor, including specialty drinks and coffees. No...we are not winos...just like having a good time!;)

We have been cruising on Royal Caribbean and Celebrity for many years. We love Celebrity! We are planning a cruise to the Caribbean to celebrate a significant birthday...just to "veg out" and have a good time. The only ships available for our time are all HAL ships...the Westerdam in particular. Does anyone out there have any suggestions or advice...or warnings about this ship...food, amenities, cabin suggestions (we usually take a balcony).

Appreciate all your help.:)