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Everything.. ESCAPE (live 29 Oct 2015!)

FreestyleNovice

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motleyfan

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This is not a 2-day preview cruise, it's a regular 2-day revenue sailing. I'll break it down for you.

 

Oct. 23 - Oct. 25: 2-day preview

Oct. 25 - Oct. 27: 2-day revenue

Oct. 27 - Oct. 28: 1-day revenue

Oct. 28 - Oct. 29: 1-day preview

Oct. 29 - Nov. 8: 10-day transatlantic (revenue)

Nov. 9 - Nov. 11: 2-day preview (and christening)

Nov. 11 - Nov. 14: 3-day revenue

 

The preview cruises are by invitation only for media, travel partners, and special guests. They are completely free, which includes cruise fare, gratuities, and onboard drinks/food. Areas of the ship (such as the Haven) are also opened up for special tours that would generally be off-limits.

 

The revenue cruises are just like any other sailing. You pay and stay where you belong.

 

That's what I thought. I didn't think they'd just randomly leave the haven open for anyone to go in lol.

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Spaniel Lover

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@freestylenovice, could you get some pictures of the Skyline Bar?

 

It sounds like such a great idea... having video screens that display views from famous skylines around the world, to simulate what you'd see through the windows if you were at a bar in one of those famous places. I wonder if it's as great in person as it is in concept!

 

Also, because the Skyline Bar is located within the casino... is it horribly smokey in there? Or do they have good ventilation?

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@FreestyleNovice, can you confirm that the mini-golf is no longer branded with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles? That's the impression I got from the Instagram pics, but I'm curious to see a more concrete pic. Thanks! Awesome work so far!

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@freestylenovice, could you get some pictures of the Skyline Bar?

 

It sounds like such a great idea... having video screens that display views from famous skylines around the world, to simulate what you'd see through the windows if you were at a bar in one of those famous places. I wonder if it's as great in person as it is in concept!

 

Also, because the Skyline Bar is located within the casino... is it horribly smokey in there? Or do they have good ventilation?

 

I don't know how the one on the Escape will look, but the Disney Fantasy has one. Just google Disney Fantasy skyline lounge images to get an idea of how it looks. I thought it was ok on Disney, but not something that compelled me to stay.

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People asked what people wanted... and that's what people are doing, asking. If no pictures are posted that is OK. If they are then great. Who is anyone to say what is good, bad, or silly. There are over 5000 posts in this topic and some are bound to ask for things more than once in error. As the first couple of cruises are preview cruises, they generally have some staterooms open to view. As well, for those who are taking and posting pictures, THANK YOU!

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People asked what people wanted... and that's what people are doing, asking. If no pictures are posted that is OK. If they are then great. Who is anyone to say what is good, bad, or silly. There are over 5000 posts in this topic and some are bound to ask for things more than once in error. As the first couple of cruises are preview cruises, they generally have some staterooms open to view. As well, for those who are taking and posting pictures, THANK YOU!

If someone comes and knocks on my cabin door wanting to come in a take pictures for people on the internet, I'm kicking that person in the box. Maybe some here think this is okay, but it isn't. This is not a preview cruise. This is a cruise with paying passengers, so it's a little different than the media/tour events.

 

(I'm referring specifically to the posters who want a photo of the exact cabin they have booked, so they've been listing their cabin numbers. They clearly don't realize that there are hundreds of other cabins that are identical.)

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FreestyleNovice

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A quickie: NCL really did it this time, the extra public space, the new restaurants, etc, I can't think of anything negative at this time and I was turning to Celebrity.. Kudos NCL, too bad Escape will be one in her class in the near future.

 

Thanks for all the compliments but this is giving back and maintaining a community about our common hobby. :D

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@freestylenovice, could you get some pictures of the Skyline Bar?

 

It sounds like such a great idea... having video screens that display views from famous skylines around the world, to simulate what you'd see through the windows if you were at a bar in one of those famous places. I wonder if it's as great in person as it is in concept!

 

Also, because the Skyline Bar is located within the casino... is it horribly smokey in there? Or do they have good ventilation?

 

The bar and screen looks great, the crowd is more onder crowd (thanks Shakers on other ships) because of the live music performances. Casino is still closed so no smoke yet. Will check it later or tommorow as it is also the suspected nightclub!

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A quickie: NCL really did it this time, the extra public space, the new restaurants, etc, I can't think of anything negative at this time and I was turning to Celebrity.. Kudos NCL, too bad Escape will be one in her class in the near future.

 

 

 

Thanks for all the compliments but this is giving back and maintaining a community about our common hobby. :D

 

 

The compliments are SOOO very much deserved. Thanks, again!!!

 

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I have been following this thread avidly for the last few weeks, since booking our first NCL Cruise. I just wanted to give my than's to all who have contributed, it is very much appreciated, we are now really looking forward to Thursday, happy sailings all.

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