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Are you able to use the Latitude dinner on Food Republic if it is open for lunch? 

Thank you for the fantastic review Greg.  It has brought back many memories in looking at your pictures of my cruise on Jewel in June.  I appreciate you commentary and agree with your conclusions.  I had a great time on the Jewel and liked going from Anchorage to Vancouever to see some different locations, but overall I prefer the Breakaway+ and even *gasp* Leonardo ships on the NCL fleet to Jewel.  I thought the overall entertainment in Jewel was lacking between the productions shows themselves as well as the daily activities that were going on.  I appreciate on a ship like Bliss having multiple options at night between the theater show, Beatles/Cavern Club show, comedy shows, music in different areas, atrium activities, etc.  

3 minutes ago, Stratford1950 said:

What no hockey 🤦‍♂️

They did show the Stanley Cup Finals in June when I was on the Jewel but it was when we were moving through Tracy Arm so service was out. 

With NCL, you are at the mercy of Sports24 and what they are offering on TV.  Soccer, cricket, tennis seem to get a priority.  Sailing during the American football season, you had 1 early NFL game (1:00 PM Eastern Kickoff), 1 late NFL game (4:25PM Eastern Kickoff) and then the national broadcasts on Sunday Night and Monday Night.  College football/basketball was non esistent except I was on board for the Final Four once and they showed that at the Local (O'Sheanans equivalent) and in the atrium tv. 

On 8/29/2023 at 1:46 AM, Uff da said:

He must have extended his contract. He was one of the bartenders in the casino when we were on the Jewel in February for the Panama Canal. 

Big Michael!  he came back on board with Ruben on my cruise on the Jewel (June 5th). Great bartender. 

Would seem like the days of the bigger ships having two Broadway style productions on the ship are over with Bliss now dropping Six.  

I am interested to see what is put on the Joy and Breakaway as those are larger ships that IMO deserve something more than an usual style cruise production. 

Just off of Jewel on P+ on Monday.  Veuve was available by the glass at Le Bistro and included with P+.  Pommery was offered at Magnum's bar, Cagney's and Tsar but not available when I inquired at the other MDR and La Cucina.  Grey Goose was not available at some of the common bars like the Waves bar.  Belvedere was still available at Shakers but was sparse according to the bartenders.  Higher end whisky available on P+ was mostly confined to Maltings although Spinnaker did have Whistle Pig. 

I am sorry this happened to you.

I have a similar situation that I am involved in now.  Leaving from ATL>Anchorage and requested 1 day deviation before.  Did this with the initial booking prior to 75 days of sail date.  Flights come and it has me arriving into Anchorage at 4:00 PM on the day of the cruise with a layover.  Called immediately and got same spiel that it would have to be escalated etc.  I called a few times and received same update and then was told 10 days out to call and they could send an email to a manager.  I did that today as we are 10 days from sail and the email was sent but was told that they "may" not be able to accommodate. I asked why since I have done everything I should have in the process and was told that this close to sail date, the prices have went substantially up.  I again reiterated that I called the day I received my flights and was not responded to with any resolution. The whole experience has been awful. 

Sorry if this has been answered before but when I go in to redeem via cruise discounts, it'll say $150 ($75 per person), $200 ($100 per person), etc.  If I am travelling solo and have a $200 redemption, could I use that entire amount against my final payment of an upcoming cruise? 

Sid, if the curtain is closing on your "lives", thank you so much for the entertainment you provide doing them.  Yourself and Dugout are certainly responsible for helping keeping me interested in taking Norwegian cruises. 

I utilized the Starbucks a lot with my premium plus in Alaska.  Also, if your ship is Breakaway +, they should have a juicer in the Observation Lounge where you can get fresh squeezed orange juice in the morning.  Besides that and the Veuve, the main thing I used the Premium Plus on was upgraded the liquor in our mixed drinks.  

Excited to read another Bird review as I also will be jumping on the Prima next Sunday.  If possible, can you see if the mini golf is up and functioning with a charge or is it still complimentary?

Dover Sole at Le Bistro:  Had this twice since they changed the menu and got rid of the old Filet and it is fantastic. Lemon Caper butter brings out a lot of rich flavor. 

Short Ribs at Onda: This was my favorite app on my last trip. The farro risotto was perfectly cooked and complimented the ribs which were fall off the bone tender. 

Tuna Poke Nachos at Food Republic: Saw this recommended on a random thread here and gave them a shot.  Perfect lunch food to pair with a sushi roll of your choice. 

It has to be purchased in advance.  On board, they will only offer the 2 day specialty dining package at the regular rate. 

Glad to see you back on NCL @JamieLogical. I have loved your reviews in the past. I had a similar Sports experience on the NCL Joy last November. Big group from Michigan and we boarded on the day of the Michigan/Ohio State game. Took around 45 minutes for them to "find" the game. Thought a mutiny was going to occur. 

It is part of the dining package but doesn't have a fixed price like Teppanyaki/Moderno.  With your dining package at Le Bistro, you are able to get at appetizers, one entree, and dessert. 

Have a cruise this week and was reviewing these menus. Sad to see Mac & Cheese was gone from both Cagney's and Ocean Prime. 

Some pretty large price increases across the board on these menus if paying a la carte. The Shrimp Cocktail moving from $14 to $19 seems especially insane for three shrimp.  I know costs are rising everywhere but that is a 35% hike. 

Looking for the best hotel near the airport with a free shuttle. Going to be arriving late and have an early check in time for the cruise. Already using Seattle Express for that portion. 

As karma would have it, received the email today that our reservation has been moved so that was a positive change. 

I am in the same boat. Had two cruises cancelled and emailed about refund possibility. Got the "refund will be processed" email and then nothing. Now I have a cruise stopping in Cozumel Thanksgiving week and I emailed them to see if they could apply the deposit to that sailing. Still no response. Its unbelievable poor customer service at this point. 

This has been an awesome review so far. Thanks for bringing us along. 

What bars is the green tea shot available at? 

12 minutes ago, syesmar said:

Do you have the YT Channel link? Thanks!

Unsure of the rules since they are a travel agent as well but just search First Cruise Back Celebrity Millennium and it will be the first results. 

A youtuber is on the ship with his unvaccinated daughter because she is below the age threshold.