lara_lox Posted July 14, 2012 Author #76 Share Posted July 14, 2012 Link to the dailies here: http://cruiseforums.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1670386 Enjoy :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruitenn Posted July 14, 2012 #77 Share Posted July 14, 2012 Thank you once again for all the nice comments everyone, I'm really glad you enjoyed it. Just wanted to let you know that I actually saved all my dailies and brought them home with me so when I get chance over the next few days I will try to scan them in and post them for everyone to see. See, I'm nice really! Now I've come to the end of my review I actually feel a little sad, my holiday really is over and I'm getting nostalgic already! Oh well, I guess there is only one thing to do...PLAN ANOTHER CRUISE! :D Thanks for sharing and taking time to write another enjoyable read. I caught your review of your cruise on the Jade. Enjoy your next cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShylaQ Posted July 16, 2012 #78 Share Posted July 16, 2012 Thanks for your fabulous review! I have spent most of my day (when i am meant to be cleaning the house ,doing the laundry and all sorts of other mundane things) reading about your 3 adventures! I am now inspired to travel solo myself as it is a 'bucket list" item! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gauchotex Posted July 20, 2012 #79 Share Posted July 20, 2012 Lara, Thanks for the review... I'll be on the Epic in a month, also traveling solo, and after reading your reviews I can't wait. Though I will have to read your Jade review too, since my parents are talking about doing that one next year and I may be able to join them, but after the whole studio lounge concept I'm not sure I'd have as much fun on a different ship. On a side note, I'm boarding in Rome (instead of Barcelona)... did the new arrivals also find it easy to integrate with the Solos from Barcelona? Thanks and keep cruising and posting reviews :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
friskat Posted July 20, 2012 #80 Share Posted July 20, 2012 Loved the review again, the pictures, writing and outfits made it very enjoyable to read! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soloadventurer Posted July 20, 2012 #81 Share Posted July 20, 2012 Thanks Lara :) just booked the Epic Solo this week after your review. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soloadventurer Posted July 20, 2012 #82 Share Posted July 20, 2012 Lara in the Studio Lounge was there anyone to help you book dinner or shows ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith.W Posted July 20, 2012 #83 Share Posted July 20, 2012 (edited) Hi Laura, great review....i was on the same cruise and ye all semed to be enjoying yourselves in the lounge every eve, i was staying in 11516 right by the lounge door Edited July 20, 2012 by Keith.W Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lara_lox Posted July 22, 2012 Author #84 Share Posted July 22, 2012 Lara in the Studio Lounge was there anyone to help you book dinner or shows ? Nope! I think that would be something the Solos Host could probably do but as I mentioned, the one we had was rubbish! But you can book both dinner and shows on your TV in your studio, or go to the bookings desk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soloadventurer Posted July 22, 2012 #85 Share Posted July 22, 2012 Thanks Lara. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AttilaTheFun Posted August 18, 2012 #86 Share Posted August 18, 2012 Thanks for sharing! I was on this itinerary with my family in May, but it was interesting to hear the perspective of a solo cruiser. I wasn't impressed with Richard as Cruise Director at all, but overall really enjoyed the ship. Looking forward to your future reviews! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chill6x6 Posted August 19, 2012 #87 Share Posted August 19, 2012 Thanks Lara for a great review! You are a snappy dresser! HA! It sure makes me want to cruise the Epic.... I wish the Epic didn't go to Nassau when over here doing the Caribbean....I'll probably never make it to the Mediterranean! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coolbluegreenseas Posted August 19, 2012 #88 Share Posted August 19, 2012 Brava! I have more people not understand why I like to travel alone. My absolute best trips are solo. I do as I want, do not worry about pleasing anyone and can change plans at the drop of a hat. Besides, sometimes I meet some really fun company on the trip!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snowflakesb Posted August 23, 2012 #89 Share Posted August 23, 2012 Lara, I loved reading your review. Although I live in Canada I am originally from just outside of Manchester so I found it very refreshing to read this with an english flair to it. I looked at the Epic but then decided on the Oasis of the seas and I am going solo for the first time at the end of September. I am so excited but also a little nervous being on my own, I am a 62 year (young) widow so not sure what to expect. I am looking forward to doing what I want when I want to, but also want to meet new people. I loved the fashion show every day, while it is really nice to see pictures of the ship and ports, I loved seeing all the pictures of you and your new friends. As a few others have already said you are very pretty. I am already planning what to wear each day and night on the ship. Cheers and happy cruising... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lara_lox Posted November 22, 2012 Author #90 Share Posted November 22, 2012 Hi everyone! Just thought you might like to know I'm currently in the process of planning my second Epic trip! I enjoyed this cruise on her so much that I decided to go back :D So in January I will be doing my biggest solo trip to date - I'm spending a few days on Miami South Beach before boarding the Epic. It will be interesting to see how I find the ship second time around and also see how a Caribbean cruise compares to a Mediterranean one. Fingers crossed I will have just as good a time, though I am a little nervous because I will be pushed further out my comfort zone with long lay-over flights/solo time on land etc. As always I will be making notes to write another blog when I return to tell you all about it :) And of course I will have my outfits to show you, that's my next challenge, what to wear in the US and Caribbean?! Watch this space... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueJai Posted November 22, 2012 #91 Share Posted November 22, 2012 That is wonderful Lara, your reviews are so great. I hope you enjoy Miami and the Caribbean! It should be wonderful and can't wait to hear your thoughts (and see your outfits!) when you get back home. Bluejai Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BABAZ Posted November 23, 2012 #92 Share Posted November 23, 2012 Lara, thanks for the review. I rally want to do this trip solo! Which sail date are you looking at in January? I am sailing on the 26th. We have a great roll call going. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lara_lox Posted November 23, 2012 Author #93 Share Posted November 23, 2012 Which sail date are you looking at in January? I am sailing on the 26th. We have a great roll call going. I'm going on the one the week before, the 19th, so I will be getting off as you embark so I will just miss you! My roll call has really quietened down Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hydrarkt Posted January 2, 2013 #94 Share Posted January 2, 2013 Great review! I'm 46 and have traveled the world. I have never been on a cruise, except for a scuba diving cruise. I found the Epic online while searching for solo cruising. I know nothing about cruising so this has been very informative! I booked a cruise in a solo stateroom for Jan 5! I'm looking forward to it. And this review makes me more anxious to go. BTW, Lara, I know a little about South Beach. You will like it there. Thanks for the review! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lara_lox Posted January 2, 2013 Author #95 Share Posted January 2, 2013 Great review! I'm 46 and have traveled the world. I have never been on a cruise, except for a scuba diving cruise. I found the Epic online while searching for solo cruising. I know nothing about cruising so this has been very informative! I booked a cruise in a solo stateroom for Jan 5! I'm looking forward to it. And this review makes me more anxious to go. BTW, Lara, I know a little about South Beach. You will like it there. Thanks for the review! Thanks! I'm glad it helped and I'm not surprised you're excited with only 2 days to go! Please do come back and tell everyone how you found your first cruise, I hope you have a great time :D 2 weeks for me now, I can't wait! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisin07family Posted January 3, 2013 #96 Share Posted January 3, 2013 Great review! I'm 46 and have traveled the world. I have never been on a cruise, except for a scuba diving cruise. I found the Epic online while searching for solo cruising. I know nothing about cruising so this has been very informative! I booked a cruise in a solo stateroom for Jan 5! I'm looking forward to it. And this review makes me more anxious to go. BTW, Lara, I know a little about South Beach. You will like it there. Thanks for the review! Please feel free to join our roll call: http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1574036 We have a pretty active roll call and several things planned along with an official NCL Meet & Greet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DiamondGirl83 Posted January 19, 2013 #97 Share Posted January 19, 2013 Thank you for sharing your review Lara. You've got me even more excited for my first solo cruise in Sept! Hope you have a amazing time in The Carribean! 😀 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SMSACE6 Posted January 19, 2013 #98 Share Posted January 19, 2013 (edited) Hi Lara-Lox! I just saw your post above that you will be doing another blog after this trip, the Epic from a Caribbean perspective. I enjoyed this one very much also. I am looking forward to a cruise on Epic in November. A long wait, so other folks reviews do keep me going.:) Have a great cruise! Edited January 19, 2013 by SMSACE6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waverley7 Posted January 19, 2013 #99 Share Posted January 19, 2013 Hi Laura, I haven't read your review yet but I am going to.......love reading great reviews! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thejoz Posted January 25, 2013 #100 Share Posted January 25, 2013 Hi I am planning on going on the Epic in march with a buddy of mine . We are in our 40's. How did you like the Epic Caribbean cruise that you took? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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