caseythegr Posted October 21, 2015 #126 Share Posted October 21, 2015 Radio Thank you so much for your review and the great pictures. We don't sail on her until November of 2016, and reading your review makes me want to go now. Laurie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rumrunner55 Posted October 21, 2015 #127 Share Posted October 21, 2015 Here are a few more. . . I have to make it to the Comedy Show. . . Radio A view from the Ferry Terminal of Getaway and Arcadia The Tortola Pier Park should be very nice (when completed) It’s time to get back onboard We had a very sunny day today . . . there may have been a few sunburns I loved sailing past the islands as we head to Nassau So long Tortola . . . until next time . Thank you Radio great pics and love the day by day reports! Hope you get feeling better and yes be careful with the heat. enjoy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joand452 Posted October 22, 2015 #128 Share Posted October 22, 2015 In 2004, the pier area was just a large empty lot. There was a parking lot for the excursion jitneys. There may have been a few tables set up, flea market style. Not much has changed! [emoji6] Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psupa Posted October 22, 2015 #129 Share Posted October 22, 2015 Wow I'm so glad I found your live review. I can't believe I almost missed it. Theresa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare perfect match Posted October 22, 2015 #130 Share Posted October 22, 2015 Thanks for the pictures of the construction in Tortola, Radio. I thought they were farther along in the construction process than they appear to be. I will be anxious to see it when it is finished. Sorry to hear you weren't feeling well today. Hope you are feeling better soon, and able to enjoy the rest of your cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sirfuller Posted October 22, 2015 #131 Share Posted October 22, 2015 Thank you for this. Is the $20 per person the same for adults and children? We have two little ones age 3 and 1. The thought of spending $80 for the four of us is a bit of a stretch. I was in St. Thomas two weeks ago aboard the Carnival Liberty and for what it's worth, there were a bunch of taxi drivers offering to bring us up to a lookout similar to Paradise Point for a cheaper cost. This could definitely be an option for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Demonyte Posted October 22, 2015 #132 Share Posted October 22, 2015 (edited) Thanks for the interesting live review, really fun to follow. As a rum enthusiast, I have to comment on one error though. ;) Pussers Outpost. . .Home of the Painkiller Painkiller's home is not in Tortola but in Jost Van Dyke. Pusser's originally had nothing to do with the cocktail as the receipe was created before Pusser's brand even existed. Only later Pusser's trademarked the cocktail as their signature drink changing original receipe's "premium dark rum" to specifically state Pusser's to be used. http://pussersrum.com/the-painkiller/ http://www.soggydollar.com/soggy-dollar-bar/ Edited October 22, 2015 by Demonyte Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Radio Posted October 22, 2015 Author #133 Share Posted October 22, 2015 Thanks for the interesting live review, really fun to follow. As a rum enthusiast, I have to comment on one error though. ;) >SNIP< Thanks for the correction. . . My comments were just how it was described by NCL and the Shopping host . . . ;) The drink sound like one that would knock me out :) Radio ;);) . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Radio Posted October 22, 2015 Author #134 Share Posted October 22, 2015 (edited) Good Morning and Welcome to Day 6 of “LIVE” from Norwegian Getaway. I woke up this morning with a feeling that is new for this cruise. The seas are rolling considerably. It’s easy to walk around, but you can feel you body adjusting for balance. Not bad, but the whole cruise was so smooth and on Day 6 I will get my sea legs. Today is activity central on Getaway, with dozens of things to do for all passengers. Activities include Glow Party, Battle of the Sexes, Splashtacular, Talent Shows, Masters of Magic. Plus there will be a lot of swimming tanning and sliding out on the pool decks. There are so many things to do, but I guess that is always the case for the last day at sea. Tomorrow is Nassau, bu tour cruise is almost over. I had dinner last night at Teppanyaki, and it was very good. I liked the chefs jokes, and I know they use the same ones every time but the atmosphere was festive and the food was very good. I was able to go to the Comedy Club last night as well. The shows were 45 min, with 2 comics. . .each did a 20min set. Very funny. I may try to catch on of the later shows tonight or tomorrow. Here are some images from this morning, and a couple from yesterday I forgot to post. Radio From the pier in Tortola Here is a view prior to sail away Early morning from Deck 18 on Getaway It looks like the forecast for today will be sunny A view from deck 17 this morning Here is our current location . Edited October 22, 2015 by Radio Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Obiedawg Posted October 22, 2015 #135 Share Posted October 22, 2015 Enjoying your review immensely! We will be calling "Getaway" our home in 9 days. How is the elevator traffic? My husband is in a wheelchair and although we love cruising, we seem to spend a lot of time waiting for rides. This will be our 1st time with NCL. Sent from my LGLS991 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Radio Posted October 22, 2015 Author #136 Share Posted October 22, 2015 Enjoying your review immensely! We will be calling "Getaway" our home in 9 days. How is the elevator traffic? My husband is in a wheelchair and although we love cruising, we seem to spend a lot of time waiting for rides. This will be our 1st time with NCL. Sent from my LGLS991 using Tapatalk Thanks for your nice comments. . . The elevators are very busy during key times. . . bu tno more than other ships or cruise lines. The "Elevator Combat Zone" is usually: 1. Embarkation Day and Debarkation Day 2. Dinner Times (especially 6 and 8PM) 3. Port days when passengers go down to the gangway. 4. Port days when passengers are coming back. When I use the elevators other than these "Combat Zone Times" Thisngs are very quick and less crowded. Radio ;);) . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotchick Posted October 22, 2015 #137 Share Posted October 22, 2015 Thanks. Great review. Do you have to book the Comedy Club. I will be on the Getaway in about 8 days. Yahoo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psupa Posted October 22, 2015 #138 Share Posted October 22, 2015 (edited) I wish I would have felt better and done a little more exploring. It turns out that I walked around town a little just to be close to the ship. We went to a craft market and Pusser’s Outpost downtown. Radio The craft market was quaint . . .about 30 vendors Radio, how far a walk from the ship is the craft market Theresa Edited October 22, 2015 by psupa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin_Case Posted October 22, 2015 #139 Share Posted October 22, 2015 Here is a view prior to sail away . Spectacular! RADIO, hope you're back to feeling tip top and ship shape! How are you enjoying Haven amenities? We're in an H5 below you on the 15th deck next weekend. Been trying to determine the balcony size for weeks. Can you peek over to see if they are large enough for a lounge chair? :D :) Maria Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Radio Posted October 22, 2015 Author #140 Share Posted October 22, 2015 Radio, how far a walk from the ship is the craft market Theresa It's not too far. . .about maybe 200-250 yards. Its just past the Government Building. Radio ;);) . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Radio Posted October 22, 2015 Author #141 Share Posted October 22, 2015 Thanks. Great review. Do you have to book the Comedy Club. I will be on the Getaway in about 8 days. Yahoo. You can make a reservation for the Comedy Club, but I did not. . . They allow passengers with no reservation 10 min prior to showtime. Radio ;);) . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Radio Posted October 22, 2015 Author #142 Share Posted October 22, 2015 (edited) Hello everyone. . . Just after the post this morning, Getaway traveled into some heavy rain showers that lasted about 4 hours. This cleared up by around 2PM, and it is now very sunny and windy. The Rope course and Free fall slide closed, but all the pools stayed open, and passengers are taking advantage of the sunny skies and warm temps (83F) I watched a Culinary Demo this morning, and did a little Trivia (I think that Google should not be allowed in Trivia Games) Getaway Casino gave me a message today. . . . “Radio, you’re through” Ok, Ok, I get it. . . It was nice while it lasted. I still enjoy the Slots and Roulette, so I can make a few more visits. The Haven Concierge had a meeting today with all Haven Guests about Saturday Debarkation and how the process works. . . Some passengers decided to complain about the Customs allowance process, but they’re complaining to the wrong person. US Customs decides allowances, not NCL. We are scheduled to arrive in Nassau, BHS tomorrow at 12 Noon . . . we should be picking up the Pilot by about 11:45AM. I will get off of the Ship tomorrow, but I’m not sure what I will do. There are still things I want to do onboard, but a lot of what I’ll do will depend on the weather and how I’m feeling tomorrow afternoon. Tonight I have a few things planned including dinner at Le Bistro, Levity Comedy at Headliners, and the Glow Party later tonight. I may need a rest after all of that. Here are a few pics . . . Thanks for tuning in Radio Chef Mike was very comical at Teppanyaki last night The Culinary Demo was informative this morning in the Atrium (Deck 6) The skies cleared up this afternoon The blue seas look calm, but the rolling is significant. . . The life rings are place around the perimeter on Deck 8 The Radio “Press Room” offered a nice breeze this afternoon. . . . Edited October 22, 2015 by Radio Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Radio Posted October 22, 2015 Author #143 Share Posted October 22, 2015 I forgot to post one more ! Radio ;);) Here is our current location . . . . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Radio Posted October 22, 2015 Author #144 Share Posted October 22, 2015 Spectacular! RADIO, hope you're back to feeling tip top and ship shape! How are you enjoying Haven amenities? We're in an H5 below you on the 15th deck next weekend. Been trying to determine the balcony size for weeks. Can you peek over to see if they are large enough for a lounge chair? >SNIP< Maria If you are directly under my cabin you will be very happy. . . Radio ;);) . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psupa Posted October 22, 2015 #145 Share Posted October 22, 2015 It's not too far. . .about maybe 200-250 yards. Its just past the Government Building. Radio ;);) . Thanks and I'm enjoying the live review. Theresa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toni Wilson Posted October 22, 2015 #146 Share Posted October 22, 2015 Enjoy so much. Love the pictures we leave in 51 days. Can't wait Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donamae Posted October 22, 2015 #147 Share Posted October 22, 2015 Mark...your 'Press Room' is so perfect ! Loving every minute of this cruise, happy you are feeling better, and once again, thanks so very much for taking the time to do this for we land locked droolers. Your pictures are spectacular. xxx dm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotchick Posted October 22, 2015 #148 Share Posted October 22, 2015 Thanks for your reply re: the comedy club. I think we will just take our chances. Don't like to be too BOOKED UP. You're Great, May :D:D:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin_Case Posted October 23, 2015 #149 Share Posted October 23, 2015 If you are directly under my cabin you will be very happy. . . Radio ;);) . Doing the happy dance over here! Thanks for the reply :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Radio Posted October 23, 2015 Author #150 Share Posted October 23, 2015 (edited) Good Morning and Welcome to Day 7 of “LIVE” from Norwegian Getaway. I woke up very early today because I wanted to get going with a dynamic workout with the equipment in the Pulse Fitness Center and relax in Mandara Spa . . . and after a few minutes I woke up from my dream and made a few cups of delicious Lavazza Coffee. I did walk around a bit to take a few photos of different places on board. Specifically, places I have never been to (Like the Gym and Mandara Spa). I think a ship like this requires more than 7 nights to experience all that Getaway has to offer. Maybe next time I will try Norwegian Escape (just launched) or Norwegian Bliss (not built yet) I think the best thing about Norwegian Getaway is the service I have received. I was told that the best crew members are no longer here as they were sent to be part of the crew on Norwegian Escape (over 400 Crew members). We are sailing at full speed (it seems) to our next port of call, Nassau in the Bahamas. The weather is warm with no rain, but there are a lot of clouds, and the hot sun however seems able to poke through on and off. I will get off of the sip because I want to take some more exterior shots, but I will not be going on an excursion. There is a lot to do in Nassau for first time cruisers and I am hearing about some exciting plans from fellow passengers. . . Here are a few pics form this morning . . . Radio All was quiet when I woke up at 4AM today The sun is coming up strong The Garden Café is lit up nicely earlier today The pools and decks will be packed later today My balcony as view from Deck 16 (upper) Here is our current location . . . . Edited October 23, 2015 by Radio Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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