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@schmoopie17 Congratulations on attaining the Platinum status!

You do understand it correctly! Just remember to book any "for fee" restaurants first (any/day time you want, but make them the first you enter!)

I'm sorry that you are having problems with it. Wishing you much better luck!

Just checked on my laptop (Chrome)... found the cruise listed. Good luck with your booking!

Go to the Cruise Next desk (near Guest Services)!

Deck 6 Mid, near Guest Services.

Is this now false? https://www.ncl.com/cruise-ship/spirit

Several people have made statements that NCL will pay to get them to the next port if the Shore Excursion was booked with NCL. I used to believe that to be true, however, I've been researching the NCL website to locate just where any of us might find that information. What I found is quite contrary to that... https://www.ncl.com/faq#!#shorex-terms-conditions However, scroll to the bottom and note: Important Information NCL makes arrangements for Guests for Shore Excursions solely for the convenience of the Guest; NCL does not act on behalf of or supervise the parties or persons who own, furnish, or operate such excursions, and the same are provided by independent contractors. NCL assumes no responsibility for, nor guarantees the performance of, any such excursion provider, and Guests acknowledge that NCL shall not be liable for losses or injuries arising from the acts or omissions of such provider. Also see: https://www.ncl.com/sites/default/files/NCL_Guest_Ticket Contract_US_EN_02_2023.pdf page 10, Independent Contractor, (a) (bottom of that page) 9. Independent Contractors: (a) Off-Vessel Transport and Activities: The Guest recognizes and agrees that, if and when the Carrier makes arrangements for the Guest for air transportation, hotel accommodations, ground transfers, shore excursions, medical care and/or for other transportation, activities, services, facilities or amusements occurring off of the vessel, the Carrier does so solely for the convenience of the Guest, the Carrier does not act on behalf of or supervise the parties or persons who own, furnish, or operate such conveyances, services or facilities, and the same are provided by independent contractors who work directly for the Guest and Guest is subject to such terms, if any, appearing in the tickets, vouchers or notices of such party or parties. Therefore, the Guest agrees that the Carrier assumes no responsibility for, nor guarantees the performance of, any such person, party, contractor, service or facility, and that the Carrier shall not be liable for losses or injuries arising from the acts or omissions of such person, party, contractor, service or facility.

@KyleClark Just to clarify, @AllHandsAstern's information might be a little misleading. So, to clarify, each person with the dining package will receive 1 appetizer or salad, 1 main, sides(# might vary, per server) and 1 dessert. In reality, your experience might vary overall, therefore, the information is just a guideline!

Would an image of Bo Derek in the movie "10" help?

If you want to enjoy as much time there as possible, be sure to get-up early and try to get on one of the earliest tenders. Since you have watched video, you should already have a good feel for what to expect. Do feel free to explore the other parts of the island, if you have time. I hope that you do make it to GSC and have a fabulous day!!!

Since it is a US Military installation, I wonder if a valid US Military ID would have sufficed?! None the less, I imagine that paying close attention to "requirements" prior to disembarking in Key West is absolutely essential!

Here is a video link of EPIC CBS room 12084... with a large shower. (I believe that the Family BCS are the most likely to have tubs (but, I don't know that as a fact.) I'd check with NCL or a travel agent for more info, before booking if you prefer shower! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YCtSrhYFHSs

We have been seeing that also. Hopefully they get new itineraries (that don't keep changing) sometime soon!

The Final Payment is 120 days. So, if full payment is not received by End of Day (120), the reservation becomes null.

Yes, if the cancellation is at least 121 days prior to the actual cruise start date! Once the Final Payment date passes, no full refund of deposit or FCC.

USA and European rules are quite different. Final Payment in USA is 120 days prior to cruise.

Typically, NCL ends cruises from Galveston in March/April every year.

@ready2cruzagain You are correct! 1. Who is eligible for the NCL military discount? Active members, veterans, spouses and surviving spouses of the following branches of the United States military with a verified ID.me account: Army Navy Air Force Marine Corps Coast Guard Space Force National Guard

@Distinctive-Destinations The term "Tax" keeps being used, however, there is no "tax" being directly added to either the FAS or FAS+ packages. In fact, the FAS and/or FAS+ packages are charged 20% Gratuities! Probably helpful to read T&Cs (copied) below... For sailings on or after to January 1, 2023: Guests are responsible for 20% gratuities on the retail value of the Unlimited Open Bar Package ($21.80 USD per person per day) and/or Soda Package ($1.59 USD per person per day) prior to cruise Retail value of Unlimited Open Bar Package is $109.00 USD per person per day. Package price is subject to change Retail value of the Adult Soda Package is $7.95 USD per person per day. Package price is subject to change. 20% gratuities on the retail value of the Unlimited Open Bar Package and/or Soda Package are included when booking through the Australia office. When booking through the Australia office, gratuities related to beverage and soda packages are included.

Earlier online Check-In times have already been taken by cruisers who have Haven (or suites), Latitudes upper status, and/or other "perks" that allow earlier access to the Check-In system. None-the-less, you should be able to arrive at the port at your earliest convenience and "Check-In" as quickly as the lines clear port security. Yet, your actual boarding time will take place with the same sort of "priority" as is allowed for the online Check-In, based on above listed "seniority".

With "true aft" do you mean Aft-facing? Aft-facing balcony rooms (suites) are our favorites. We absolutely love the views from our balcony (and love "seeing where we've been" view😉).

No!

This may not be as high as you need but, we have step stools quite similar to this. They are super simple to fold/unfold and to store flat. There are others of different sizes available at all different prices. https://www.amazon.com/Utopia-Home-Folding-Step-Stool/dp/B0B71ZJ2CH/ref=asc_df_B0B71ZJ2CH?tag=bngsmtphsnus-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=80470663307006&hvnetw=s&hvqmt=e&hvbmt=be&hvdev=c&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=&hvtargid=pla-4584070163997620&th=1

@gmbhardy That has been our experience.