DeRon Posted August 4, 2010 #1 Share Posted August 4, 2010 So if they do not have 24 hour buffet on Hal, where do people go if they want a little snack or something? Is it only room service? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SwissMyst Posted August 4, 2010 #2 Share Posted August 4, 2010 There is a very lavish snack buffet in the Lido until late. Then room service. And munchies in the bar, I suppose - Goldfish. How late is late? This is not typically a late hour cruise line. Do you think you will be disappointed with it being pretty quiet after the last show ends? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeRon Posted August 4, 2010 Author #3 Share Posted August 4, 2010 Swiss...honestly, we *may* be disappointed. Trying to decide. Use to Princess :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiwixmas Posted August 4, 2010 #4 Share Posted August 4, 2010 There is a very lavish snack buffet in the Lido until late. Then room service. And munchies in the bar, I suppose - Goldfish. How late is late? This is not typically a late hour cruise line. Do you think you will be disappointed with it being pretty quiet after the last show ends? so what you are saying is there nothing much after the show ?? what no live band or dancing ???? so what time does the lido late night snack end then??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob brown Posted August 4, 2010 #5 Share Posted August 4, 2010 The lido buffet late service is from 11PM to Midnight. It does offer more than just snacks. Several staff such as the casino dealers actually have their 'lunch' there at that time. After that, the only thing on the ship available other than through room service, is coffee and tea until AM. The casino may have some snacks, although I cannot tell from personal experience. HAL ships get very quiet in general after midnight, so there is little need to offer an open-all-night eatery like found on RCI or NCL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
senior lady Posted August 4, 2010 #6 Share Posted August 4, 2010 We were on the Oosterdam Alaska cruise last week, and the ship was very busy late at night!!! I was surprised at how busy all the lounges and casino was. Not sure about the food in the Lido, as I wasn't impressed with it during the day. Much prefer the horizon court on Princess. We had great fun at the Piano Bar Lounge everynight:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted August 4, 2010 #7 Share Posted August 4, 2010 On some ships the late night snack in the Lido is from 10:30 - 11:30. Check your daily program for the times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted August 4, 2010 #8 Share Posted August 4, 2010 HAL has a nice selection of items available 24 hours: Available 24 hours: Smoked Atlantic Salmon - pickled red onion, capers & cream cheese Mesclun Garden Greens - tomato, cucumber, alfalfa sprouts & blue cheese crumbles Triple Decker Club Sandwich - sliced turkey, ham, bacon, tomato & lettuce served on toasted bread of your choice All American Hamburger - broiled 1/4 pound beef patty on a sesame bun with dill pickle & coleslaw - add cheddar or Swiss cheese Open faced Omelet - ham & cheese or vegetables Selection of assorted cheese with crackers Apple tart with whipped cream Chocolate cake with raspberry sauce A plate of chocolate chip cookies with a glass of milk Fruit salad - selected fruits in season Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baggal Posted August 4, 2010 #9 Share Posted August 4, 2010 Some people don't consider 11:30 p.m. "late night." Its been my experience that "late night" (after midnight) room service on HAL is unreliable - no one answering the phone or very long waits for delivery. So if the ability to have a snack after midnight is important to you, I'd look at another cruise line that offers that service. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luna Posted August 4, 2010 #10 Share Posted August 4, 2010 Why not bring your favorite snack with you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catergirl Posted August 4, 2010 #11 Share Posted August 4, 2010 if you are used to princess's 24 hr buffet, the snack buffet on HAL doesnt compare. those roomservice choices look great, but if you cant get the order in or delivered, it doesnt matter how good it looks:( maybe keep some fruit or snacks in your frig for later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeRon Posted August 4, 2010 Author #12 Share Posted August 4, 2010 Why not bring your favorite snack with you? Because you don't have to bring your own on other lines...? Also, there is something fun about hanging out in the buffet area late at night with friends, etc... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IRL_Joanie Posted August 4, 2010 #13 Share Posted August 4, 2010 The lido buffet late service is from 11PM to Midnight. It does offer more than just snacks. Several staff such as the casino dealers actually have their 'lunch' there at that time. After that, the only thing on the ship available other than through room service, is coffee and tea until AM. The casino may have some snacks, although I cannot tell from personal experience.HAL ships get very quiet in general after midnight, so there is little need to offer an open-all-night eatery like found on RCI or NCL. Just a very IMPORTANT QUESTION, for me at least, regarding the sentence I underlined and highlighted above?? IF the ship is in Code Orange or Code Red, whatever we are calling it now, the first 72 hours of the cruise, is coffee still available??? I ask because I usually get up between 2-4 a.m. and grab some coffee and take it out onto the Lido Aft Deck and enjoy the rest of the morning..... I do not order Room Service during that time because 1.) Hubby is still sleeping and I would hate to wake him 2.) I could not take the Room Service Coffee with me even if did order it at 2 a.m. because it is a bit difficult to maneuver a scooter, cup and carafe at the same time. LOL Please tell me I can still do this??????? Joanie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Himself Posted August 4, 2010 #14 Share Posted August 4, 2010 ten or 12 years ago the Midnight Buffet was packed. This is not true any more. I usually walk through on Sunday night and I am amazed at how few people are up there. The dessert extravaganza draws a big crowd, so I hear. ( With type 2 Diabetes--I stay away) When I was in Victoria on the Rotterdam a few weeks ago I went up and had a couple of hot dogs after I packed. This was most unusual for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kcteach12 Posted August 4, 2010 #15 Share Posted August 4, 2010 I was on the Zaandam 2 1/2 weeeks ago. I was disapointed in their late night snacks. I was eating around 6 each evening, so I was ready for a snack around 9. Both of the sides in the Lido were closed and there was never anyone available to get the ice cream. You would either have to call room service or wait until 10:30 for the late night service. Also, the cafes were all closed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted August 5, 2010 #16 Share Posted August 5, 2010 Some people are just leaving the dining room at 9:30 - 10:00 P.M. so they certainly aren't interested in late night snack at 11:00. :eek: We aren't often out of the dining room before 9:30 or even later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Copper10-8 Posted August 5, 2010 #17 Share Posted August 5, 2010 ..................And munchies in the bar, I suppose - Goldfish. ................... Goldfish?????????:eek::eek::eek::eek::eek: Oh My God!!! What is this world coming to? IF the ship is in Code Orange or Code Red, whatever we are calling it now, the first 72 hours of the cruise, is coffee still available??? The first 48 hours from the time you board!:cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willowoodf Posted August 5, 2010 #18 Share Posted August 5, 2010 Some people don't consider 11:30 p.m. "late night." Its been my experience that "late night" (after midnight) room service on HAL is unreliable - no one answering the phone or very long waits for delivery. So if the ability to have a snack after midnight is important to you, I'd look at another cruise line that offers that service. DH usually has a taste for a club sandwich or milk and cookies at 2 or 3 in the morning, and never has had any problem with room service not answering or a long wait for delivery. Just our experience, though. Ships and times may differ! Mary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IRL_Joanie Posted August 5, 2010 #19 Share Posted August 5, 2010 Just a very IMPORTANT QUESTION, for me at least, regarding the sentence I underlined and highlighted above??..... Joanie Re asking is coffee available self serve during the middle of the night in the lido??? Joanie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxout Posted August 5, 2010 #20 Share Posted August 5, 2010 Re asking is coffee available self serve during the middle of the night in the lido??? Joanie I usually get up around 4 and walk the decks and maybe take a photo or two and then enjoy the sunrise . I can most often find at least one machine in the Lido ready to serve. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willowoodf Posted August 5, 2010 #21 Share Posted August 5, 2010 Re asking is coffee available self serve during the middle of the night in the lido??? Joanie Yes, it is, but I don't know during the first 48 hours during the preventative "code red" times. Maybe someone else knows that. Mary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djhsolara Posted August 5, 2010 #22 Share Posted August 5, 2010 If we don't do the late night buffet, we have always ordered club sandwiches and cookies & milk. We've never had any problem with having the phone answered/order taken and getting prompt delivery. In fact, I recall being impressed with how fast the late night orders come through. :) :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
savannahgirl1 Posted August 5, 2010 #23 Share Posted August 5, 2010 Ok, ok everyone just needs to stop talking about the club sandwiches. You're killing me here. They have the best. So I mean it not one more mention of HAL's club sandwiches. I mean it. :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djhsolara Posted August 5, 2010 #24 Share Posted August 5, 2010 Ok, ok everyone just needs to stop talking about the club sandwiches. You're killing me here. They have the best. So I mean it not one more mention of HAL's club sandwiches. I mean it. :p Club Sandwiches!! ;) ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxout Posted August 5, 2010 #25 Share Posted August 5, 2010 Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches Club Sandwiches!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:D :eek: ;) Well Bless my Heart... ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Archived
This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.