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Another observation…..re-embarkation on both front and aft doors. Been wondering why they have not been doing that all along. Alleviates big bottlenecks! Sushi at Wasabi last night (after pizza for lunch). My pallet is diverse! 😉 It was VERY Good!

And….ROME!

Playing cards!

VAT update….

A few observations… -no liquors or cigarette cartons visible or sold in the gift shop…unless they are doing a good job of hiding it from me! -bought two bottles of Limoncello in Naples today. Not inconspicuous at all. Upon returning to the ship and putting them through the x-ray machine, and expecting them to confiscate them and give me a tag to get them at the end of the cruise, they let them pass, no issues!

Just won this playing trivia….time to hit the casino…

Traffic Jam…

Was at Spice H20 a couple of days ago. Not crowded but also a port day!

and….Sorremto!

BURN THE FLOOR…. Holy Cow….how did I miss this show over all the NCL cruises I’ve taken. The only ballroom dancing I’ve ever seen is on old, old movies. This ain’t that! Great show!

Captain’s Reception….

I think I posted a picture of officers earlier in the thread. Those are the only officers I’m aware of aside for those who were at our Meet and Greet.

Yeah..we mentioned that during the Meet and Greet. Got the impression they are pivoting as quickly as they can from Spain. But, current schedules are what they are I wouldn’t be surprised to see deviations from 2024-2025 sailings!

Just received clarification…Dec 1 Epic goes to Caribbean….April back to Europe

Epic is changing itineraries to more warm water sailings. Don’t know about the Europe VAT charges in other ports on a closed loop sailing! NCL is aware of the issue and our GM said they were as unhappy about the changes that started 9/25 as the guests are. That’s why NCL is looking for other “cruise friendly” European ports. To me, this is a case of Spain cutting off their nose to spite their face. Whatever they gain in VAT revenue they’ll lose more in lost tourism!