tanyaheart Posted December 5, 2015 #226 Share Posted December 5, 2015 There are many negative postings regarding NCL & the Jade but this was one of our favorite cruises. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mar_y_sol Posted December 6, 2015 #227 Share Posted December 6, 2015 No snacks at bars. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Thanks for looking! I appreciate all the postings you've done. As a first time cruiser/obsessive researcher, it's been extremely helpful! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zoiebear Posted December 6, 2015 #228 Share Posted December 6, 2015 Elements show was good. Must get there early for good seat on Thursday Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Just curious, we have Cagneys reserved for 7:00p the night of the Elements show... really want to make it to the show (the late one) wondering if we should reschedule our time or do you think we are ok doing dinner at 7p and get to Elements for the 9:45 show? Wasn't sure how long dinners in the specialty dining rooms took... Thank you! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tanyaheart Posted December 6, 2015 #229 Share Posted December 6, 2015 Just curious, we have Cagneys reserved for 7:00p the night of the Elements show... really want to make it to the show (the late one) wondering if we should reschedule our time or do you think we are ok doing dinner at 7p and get to Elements for the 9:45 show? Wasn't sure how long dinners in the specialty dining rooms took... Thank you! :) At every dinner we asked for everything to be served as soon as possible. It was nice to not wait so long for each course. You should have plenty of time. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tanyaheart Posted December 6, 2015 #230 Share Posted December 6, 2015 Best bartender! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mac4YYZ Posted December 6, 2015 #231 Share Posted December 6, 2015 Thanks for all the info! Do you recall which nights they served Prime Rib? On recent cruises on Getaway and Epic they had Prime Rib featured twice I think in the pub and dining room. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweepmama Posted December 7, 2015 #232 Share Posted December 7, 2015 We tendered in Trujillo twice. One was a nightmare & lifeboat broke down. Were you by chance on the Jewel on it's 2nd visit to Trujillo? It was in October. I was on that cruise and remember the life boat breaking down and my tour left without me . I had the owner of the port; Randy Jorgenson take me to the resort for my horseback riding on the beach excursion. That was an awesome cruise!! I'm sailing again on the Jade on Dec. 19th. I really appreciate your input, thanks!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lifes-a-beach Posted December 7, 2015 #233 Share Posted December 7, 2015 Thanks for all the info! Do you recall which nights they served Prime Rib? On recent cruises on Getaway and Epic they had Prime Rib featured twice I think in the pub and dining room. in the mdr Friday night was prime rib. it was on the buffet earlier in the week but we didn't do dinner at the buffet so I'm not sure which night. mine was very good as I ordered it rare but my wife's medium was not good. I will also say the steak off the every day menu was excellent (rare). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tanyaheart Posted December 7, 2015 #234 Share Posted December 7, 2015 Thanks for all the info! Do you recall which nights they served Prime Rib? On recent cruises on Getaway and Epic they had Prime Rib featured twice I think in the pub and dining room. Prime rib first day in Garden Cafe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tanyaheart Posted December 7, 2015 #235 Share Posted December 7, 2015 Were you by chance on the Jewel on it's 2nd visit to Trujillo? It was in October. I was on that cruise and remember the life boat breaking down and my tour left without me . I had the owner of the port; Randy Jorgenson take me to the resort for my horseback riding on the beach excursion. That was an awesome cruise!! I'm sailing again on the Jade on Dec. 19th. I really appreciate your input, thanks!! Negative. We were there after Thanksgiving & in February. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anonmom Posted December 7, 2015 Author #236 Share Posted December 7, 2015 There are many negative postings regarding NCL & the Jade but this was one of our favorite cruises. Thank you so much for everything you've contributed to this thread, Tanya! I have read a lot of negativity about NCL in general on this board, including some negative reviews of the Jade, but it really seems like a lot of it is things that don't really affect me, partly because I'm a first-time cruiser, so I don't have the feeling of "it used to be one way, and now they changed it". Also, I do tend to think that experiences are what you make of them, so I'm more the type to (for instance) get up and move to another bar if I'm not being served quickly enough. Or if there is a serious problem, just keep moving things up the chain until I get it resolved, instead of accepting it and then feeling negatively about the experience. And I do think that, not being particularly affluent, I am probably closer to NCL's target demographic than some of the posters who complain about the quality of the food, etc. I've read several complaints about the food being like chain restaurants, specifically Olive Garden or similar. Now, I'm not going to say that I love chain restaurants, or want to eat at that type of place every day in my real life, but I simply can't complain about a vacation where unlimited fast casual dining, unlimited alcoholic beverages and a room are all included for 2 adults and a child for $350/night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linda the Book Lover Posted December 8, 2015 #237 Share Posted December 8, 2015 Well said anonmon! Again thanks to Tanya for sharing her vacation with us in such a positive way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
txagfan Posted December 8, 2015 #238 Share Posted December 8, 2015 (edited) Thank you so much for everything you've contributed to this thread, Tanya! I have read a lot of negativity about NCL in general on this board, including some negative reviews of the Jade, but it really seems like a lot of it is things that don't really affect me, partly because I'm a first-time cruiser, so I don't have the feeling of "it used to be one way, and now they changed it". Also, I do tend to think that experiences are what you make of them, so I'm more the type to (for instance) get up and move to another bar if I'm not being served quickly enough. Or if there is a serious problem, just keep moving things up the chain until I get it resolved, instead of accepting it and then feeling negatively about the experience. And I do think that, not being particularly affluent, I am probably closer to NCL's target demographic than some of the posters who complain about the quality of the food, etc. I've read several complaints about the food being like chain restaurants, specifically Olive Garden or similar. Now, I'm not going to say that I love chain restaurants, or want to eat at that type of place every day in my real life, but I simply can't complain about a vacation where unlimited fast casual dining, unlimited alcoholic beverages and a room are all included for 2 adults and a child for $350/night. I agree with you, but I don't think it has anything to do with how affluent you are. IMO, some people on here just like to complain and it's "cool" to complain about food, prices, etc. A cruise is what you make of it, if you are looking for negative you will find it. Was my 7 days on the Jade perfect? No, but when I have a perfect 7 days I'll let you all know. [emoji23] Edited December 8, 2015 by txagfan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mar_y_sol Posted December 8, 2015 #239 Share Posted December 8, 2015 Best bartender! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Which bar? Sent from my SM-G900T using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveH2508 Posted December 8, 2015 #240 Share Posted December 8, 2015 Which bar? Sent from my SM-G900T using Tapatalk Aan was in the Martini bar the last two times we were on the Jade. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mar_y_sol Posted December 8, 2015 #241 Share Posted December 8, 2015 Aan was in the Martini bar the last two times we were on the Jade. Thanks! I'm not usually much of a martini drinker, but I do like a lemon drop! Sent from my SM-G900T using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tanyaheart Posted December 8, 2015 #242 Share Posted December 8, 2015 Thanks! I'm not usually much of a martini drinker, but I do like a lemon drop! Sent from my SM-G900T using Tapatalk Aan and his crew are at the martini bar but they can make you anything. They are a lot of fun, too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmurray658 Posted December 8, 2015 #243 Share Posted December 8, 2015 (edited) There are many negative postings regarding NCL & the Jade but this was one of our favorite cruises. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Tanyaheart, do you know if I can bring a 6 outlet power strip on-board and what about a case of water or sodas? btw nice pix. Edited December 8, 2015 by gmurray658 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tanyaheart Posted December 8, 2015 #244 Share Posted December 8, 2015 Tanyaheart, do you know if I can bring a 6 outlet power strip on-board and what about a case of water or sodas? btw nice pix. Affirmative. A power strip is recommended. You can take water and sodas but you either have to pack them or carry them on board yourself. The porters will not carry your drinks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrMan Posted December 9, 2015 #245 Share Posted December 9, 2015 Tanyaheart, Any comment on overall cruise. The only reviews are the first shakedown cruise. Overall are you happy. How was staff friendlyness, food, steward etc. I am on post Christmas and won't to get your valued opinion. THanks, MrMan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tanyaheart Posted December 10, 2015 #246 Share Posted December 10, 2015 Tanyaheart, Any comment on overall cruise. The only reviews are the first shakedown cruise. Overall are you happy. How was staff friendlyness, food, steward etc. I am on post Christmas and won't to get your valued opinion. THanks, MrMan This was one of our favorite cruises! I wrote many updates. See previous postings. Have a great time & keep a positive attitude!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrMan Posted December 10, 2015 #247 Share Posted December 10, 2015 This was one of our favorite cruises! I wrote many updates. See previous postings. Have a great time & keep a positive attitude!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Thanks!Always do Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tanyaheart Posted December 10, 2015 #248 Share Posted December 10, 2015 Thanks!Always do That's the best thing to do! You'll have a great cruise! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
comcox Posted December 11, 2015 #249 Share Posted December 11, 2015 I just booked the Jade yesterday for a Jan. 16th cruise. I found reading this thread very informative which was great as I have not sailed this ship nor on NCL in several years. So thanks to everyone who has contributed. Unhappy to hear about Roatan situation as I really wanted to do a private tour there as I just could not find a shore ex I liked for this port. I did call NCL about Roatan and was told we will tender in this port. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mar_y_sol Posted December 11, 2015 #250 Share Posted December 11, 2015 I just booked the Jade yesterday for a Jan. 16th cruise. I found reading this thread very informative which was great as I have not sailed this ship nor on NCL in several years. So thanks to everyone who has contributed. Unhappy to hear about Roatan situation as I really wanted to do a private tour there as I just could not find a shore ex I liked for this port. I did call NCL about Roatan and was told we will tender in this port. Look at Victor Bodden tours. There is a "best of " private tour where you have your own driver and they will take you to do what you want, lots of things to choose from. This is what we booked. They will wait on you if it takes a while to tender. Sent from my SM-G900T using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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