alishac Posted August 19, 2015 #3351 Share Posted August 19, 2015 Unbelievably, I received a call back from NCL. She said she was able to verify that if I go to a venue like Pincho Tapas bar and don't want an app to count as one of my 7 meals, I can tell the staff that I want the Ala Carte price (not the upcharge fee ) charged to my onboard cruise account. That's good news. Still trying to decide if the dining package will be worth it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
$hip$hape Posted August 19, 2015 #3352 Share Posted August 19, 2015 HD Sean reported to Germany Monday I can't wait to sail in November Sorry, I'm terrible; What does HD stand for? Help Desk ? http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1642440 acronyms remind me of: Karma Police (Song by Radiohead) Karma police Arrest this man He talks in maths He buzzes like a fridge He's like a detuned radio Karma police Arrest this girl Her Hitler hairdo Is making me feel ill And we have crashed her party Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LrgPizza Posted August 19, 2015 #3353 Share Posted August 19, 2015 Sorry, I'm terrible; What does HD stand for? Help Desk ? Hotel director Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunshine2U Posted August 19, 2015 #3354 Share Posted August 19, 2015 http://www.ncl.com/sites/default/files/Dining-Flyer-081215.pdf That link is loosely what you are looking for regarding the dining options, but it is not specific to Escape and not terribly in depth. That's a great link - thanks, I had missed it. I pulled off the info for Escape and started my spreadsheet. Know it sounds lame to some but I want to get info like this together for two other couples so we can sit down over my new favorite cocktail, the Dark and Stormy (thank you very much for the beverage thread!), and decide meals, excursions, the spa pass, etc. How much are the shows? Anyone? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tunaman2011 Posted August 19, 2015 #3355 Share Posted August 19, 2015 That's a great link - thanks, I had missed it. I pulled off the info for Escape and started my spreadsheet. Know it sounds lame to some but I want to get info like this together for two other couples so we can sit down over my new favorite cocktail, the Dark and Stormy (thank you very much for the beverage thread!), and decide meals, excursions, the spa pass, etc. How much are the shows? Anyone? Greetings Almost all the shows are free. I think the only exception is The Supper Club which has an additional charge. Good Sailing Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catnapper7 Posted August 19, 2015 #3356 Share Posted August 19, 2015 That's a great link - thanks, I had missed it. I pulled off the info for Escape and started my spreadsheet. Know it sounds lame to some but I want to get info like this together for two other couples so we can sit down over my new favorite cocktail, the Dark and Stormy (thank you very much for the beverage thread!), and decide meals, excursions, the spa pass, etc. How much are the shows? Anyone? The only time there's a fee for the shows is if there's a meal involved generally. So all but The Supper Cub Brat Pack dinner theater should be free. But from previous experience, you should still make reservations because space is limited for the prime times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kayjaypea42 Posted August 19, 2015 #3357 Share Posted August 19, 2015 Wait, you have to book the shows in advance? Even the free ones? (I'm not doing the dinner show; who needs another music review style show when you already have two music reviews that are free and multiple venues with live music?!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catnapper7 Posted August 19, 2015 #3358 Share Posted August 19, 2015 Wait, you have to book the shows in advance? Even the free ones? (I'm not doing the dinner show; who needs another music review style show when you already have two music reviews that are free and multiple venues with live music?!) Making reservations for the free ones isn't mandatory but greatly advised. They let people with reservations in first and then open it up to everyone else if there's space available. If you're not fussy about getting a good seat and are flexible as to which show time you attend, you could just show up without a reservation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rydan Posted August 19, 2015 #3359 Share Posted August 19, 2015 According to the new fleet wide dining guide. 1) Carlos bake shop is now "The Bake Shop" ??? 2) No Noodle bar 3) No Sushi bar[emoji22] anyone have confirmation of this being accurate? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happy cruzin Posted August 19, 2015 #3360 Share Posted August 19, 2015 According to the new fleet wide dining guide. 1) Carlos bake shop is now "The Bake Shop" ??? 2) No Noodle bar 3) No Sushi bar[emoji22] anyone have confirmation of this being accurate? VERY interesting!! If true....I will miss the noodle bar. [emoji20] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjnyc323 Posted August 19, 2015 #3361 Share Posted August 19, 2015 VERY interesting!! If true....I will miss the noodle bar. [emoji20] Definitely no noodle bar on Escape Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rydan Posted August 19, 2015 #3362 Share Posted August 19, 2015 I left out a huge bit of info. I was only referring to Escape. Sorry folks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MalervyC Posted August 19, 2015 #3363 Share Posted August 19, 2015 I thought I asked this prior but I didn't see a response. Anyone know if the balcony dividers can be remove (even partially) if you have cabins next to each other? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LrgPizza Posted August 19, 2015 #3364 Share Posted August 19, 2015 I left out a huge bit of info.I was only referring to Escape. Sorry folks Many, many months ago when dining was announced on the Escape it was known there wouldn't be a Shanghai's Noodle Bar or Wasabi Sushi. If you check the Escape web page, all the dining info has been there forever, and you can review what is available. http://escape.ncl.com/dining#all Supposedly Food Republic will have sushi as part of its varied menu. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kayjaypea42 Posted August 20, 2015 #3365 Share Posted August 20, 2015 The fact that there will be no Noodle bar is disappointing. I was looking forward to having the soup dish with the octopus and other fish in it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momckb Posted August 20, 2015 #3366 Share Posted August 20, 2015 I was able to finally book my entertainment today! Got floor seats booked for the John Hughes show, and also booked Million Dollar Quartet and After Midnight. I'm happy :) Thanks so much for this post. As soon as I saw it, I went in and booked all the shows and our specialty restaurants (was waiting on the show schedule first) Question: are you really booked on Escape for 2016 sailing? If so, how were you able to book your entertainment? :confused: (or am I just missing a listing for an earlier sailing??) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momckb Posted August 20, 2015 #3367 Share Posted August 20, 2015 There has been a lot of discussion/speculation on the cost of the Supper Club with Specialty Dining Package. I just booked it for the 11/14 sailing and paid $17.20 extra/PP which is on top of daily cost of my 3 day package. I assume that it will be the same for those with UDP. For me, it is worth it to see this highly rated show but, as others have noted, there are other free options. Different strokes and all that....! Got our Spa Passes, show and dinner reservations and plans for shore excursions....bring on the vacation!!! :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bdonovan17 Posted August 20, 2015 #3368 Share Posted August 20, 2015 I thought I asked this prior but I didn't see a response. Anyone know if the balcony dividers can be remove (even partially) if you have cabins next to each other? I can't imagine this being the case. I think that would interrupt the structure of the ship. But what do I know... 😎 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brendapap Posted August 20, 2015 #3369 Share Posted August 20, 2015 Does anyone know why you have to pay $26.00 a person to see the John Huge show? Very disappointed they are now charging for some entertainment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunshine2U Posted August 20, 2015 #3370 Share Posted August 20, 2015 I can't imagine this being the case. I think that would interrupt the structure of the ship. But what do I know... 😎 From what I've read here, the dividers open to each other to facilitate exterior cleaning, etc. So it's not a question of removing them as much as it is to have them open. I thought I asked this prior but I didn't see a response. Anyone know if the balcony dividers can be remove (even partially) if you have cabins next to each other? The policy on other ships is that they are to remain closed. Again from what I've read, older ships have heavier dividers so you could see how it would definitely be a safety issue if one of these slammed shut on a rough sea. The newer ships have lighter weight dividers and some argue the policy should change since it would be easy to safely secure them open on the newer ships. Policy on Escape remains to be seen. I am watching for details because we have three adjourning cabins. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjnyc323 Posted August 20, 2015 #3371 Share Posted August 20, 2015 Does anyone know why you have to pay $26.00 a person to see the John Huge show? Very disappointed they are now charging for some entertainment. It's a dinner show Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LrgPizza Posted August 20, 2015 #3372 Share Posted August 20, 2015 Does anyone know why you have to pay $26.00 a person to see the John Huge show? Very disappointed they are now charging for some entertainment. This is the 4th consecutive NCL ship to offer a dinner show with a cover charge as one entertainment option. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brendapap Posted August 20, 2015 #3373 Share Posted August 20, 2015 (edited) This is the 4th consecutive NCL ship to offer a dinner show with a cover charge as one entertainment option. SORRY I WAS JUST THINKING IT WAS NIGHT TIME ENTERTAINMENT SHOW. They only had 2 shows posted so far to make reservations for on our cruise. Edited August 20, 2015 by brendapap Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare aubreyc1988 Posted August 20, 2015 #3374 Share Posted August 20, 2015 Can someone refresh me on all the free shows that will be on the escape, really behind on this thread, would take hours to read, and NCL website is kind of vague. No cirque show it seems? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunshine2U Posted August 20, 2015 #3375 Share Posted August 20, 2015 Can someone refresh me on all the free shows that will be on the escape, really behind on this thread, would take hours to read, and NCL website is kind of vague. No cirque show it seems? http://www.escape.ncl.com/entertainment Howl at the Moon Million Dollar Quartet Headliners Comedy Club After Midnight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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