Rare nellydean Posted April 9, 2017 #1 Share Posted April 9, 2017 Hi, I am from the UK and will be sailing with NCL for the first time next week, on the Epic, and have some questions I hope someone who has cruised on her can answer: 1/ Do the electric sockets in the cabin need US adaptors, or, European? 2/ Is there a kettle for tea/coffee-making in the cabin (we are in a balcony)? 3/ Is there an ironing room onboard, or does all laundry have to be sent away? Many thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare KeithJenner Posted April 9, 2017 #2 Share Posted April 9, 2017 There are both US and European sockets on the Epic. There is a coffee maker in balcony rooms. No irons are allowed to be taken onboard, so no ironing boards. Laundry comes back pressed. I have a feeling you may be able to ask for facilities to be able to iron, but may be wrong with that one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhea98 Posted April 9, 2017 #3 Share Posted April 9, 2017 Hi,I am from the UK and will be sailing with NCL for the first time next week, on the Epic, and have some questions I hope someone who has cruised on her can answer: 1/ Do the electric sockets in the cabin need US adaptors, or, European? You'll find both (one of each). I know deluxe balconies have a set beneath the counter where the phone is attached as well as the set under the desk. 2/ Is there a kettle for tea/coffee-making in the cabin (we are in a balcony)? There is a single cup brewer in balconies and deluxe balconies in which water may be heated. 3/ Is there an ironing room onboard, or does all laundry have to be sent away? No designated area for ironing; however, you may request a set for a short period of time. Laundry must be sent out. There will be a laundry special one day (at least). I've also seen ironing specials offered on some ships but don't recall Epic, specifically. Many thanks. The Haven area has different coffee machines. Nexus 9 on Tapatalk Pro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BirdTravels Posted April 9, 2017 #4 Share Posted April 9, 2017 You can request an iron and ironing board from your steward. Since it is a fire hazard, they will come back and collect it in a short while, so get your pressing done quickly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare fabnfortysomething Posted April 9, 2017 #5 Share Posted April 9, 2017 I'm pretty sure the sockets need US adaptors no kettle-coffee maker provided in balconies no iron or board in room but is you ask your cabin steward he will bring on a loan the first night there is usually a special offer where they will press your most wrinkled clothes for a small fee There are no self service laundry but there will be a laundry special some time during the cruise where you fill a paper bag for something like $25 for wash and press-you can fit a lot in if you roll your clothes n Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiggertastic Posted April 9, 2017 #6 Share Posted April 9, 2017 There are both US and European sockets on the Epic. There is a coffee maker in balcony rooms. No irons are allowed to be taken onboard, so no ironing boards. Laundry comes back pressed. I have a feeling you may be able to ask for facilities to be able to iron, but may be wrong with that one. You're not wrong. The steward will bring a board and iron, iron fast as he they come quickly to take it to the next person. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sha32 Posted April 9, 2017 #7 Share Posted April 9, 2017 Both US and EU plugs There is a filter coffee machine in the cabin, (it's not nice) It's okay to boil the water in if you have your own tea bags. You can ring housekeeping from your cabin and ask for an iron and iron board. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare nellydean Posted April 9, 2017 Author #8 Share Posted April 9, 2017 Thanks for all the replies - not a coffee drinker myself, so no kettle is a disappointment! However, do you think I could boil up the water in the coffee maker if I bring my own teabags? Or would it taste of coffee?! I will make enquiries about borrowing an iron and board, as I prefer to iron my own clothes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sha32 Posted April 9, 2017 #9 Share Posted April 9, 2017 We must of posted at the same time [emoji4], Yes we used the machine without the coffee in, we put the teabags in the jug and let the hot water drip through to the jug, then poured into the cups [emoji4] Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wainwill Posted April 9, 2017 #10 Share Posted April 9, 2017 We're doing our first Norwegian trip this summer. I'm guessing you could order hot water with breakfast room service for your own tea. I'm planning on bringing a thermal travel mug and getting coffee and/or tea from Garden cafe so that might be another option. Happy sailing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhea98 Posted April 9, 2017 #11 Share Posted April 9, 2017 Both US and EU plugs There is a filter coffee machine in the cabin, (it's not nice) Totally agree---one of the less than stellar upgrades from drydock. I'm sure they drawn less electricity. They are probably safer, all around. Nexus 9 on Tapatalk Pro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare nellydean Posted April 9, 2017 Author #12 Share Posted April 9, 2017 We must of posted at the same time [emoji4], Yes we used the machine without the coffee in, we put the teabags in the jug and let the hot water drip through to the jug, then poured into the cups [emoji4] Sent from my iPhone using Forums Sound an awful long time to wait for a cuppa, ha ha :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebooler Posted April 9, 2017 #13 Share Posted April 9, 2017 Both US and EU plugs There is a filter coffee machine in the cabin, (it's not nice) It's okay to boil the water in if you have your own tea bags. You can ring housekeeping from your cabin and ask for an iron and iron board. Sent from my iPhone using Forums EU or UK? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sha32 Posted April 10, 2017 #14 Share Posted April 10, 2017 EU no UK plugs Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MacCruising2018 Posted April 10, 2017 #15 Share Posted April 10, 2017 We're doing our first Norwegian trip this summer. I'm guessing you could order hot water with breakfast room service for your own tea. I'm planning on bringing a thermal travel mug and getting coffee and/or tea from Garden cafe so that might be another option. Happy sailing! This is a good idea! I'll probably bring my own tea bags as well, but find coffee maker water tastes like coffee so I'll be on the hunt for hot water Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeesaB Posted April 10, 2017 #16 Share Posted April 10, 2017 I've never found a coffee pot that didn't make the hot water taste like nasty coffee. I've read on here about some other people who bring white vinegar on board to run through once or twice and make it more tolerable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BirdTravels Posted April 11, 2017 #17 Share Posted April 11, 2017 This is a good idea! I'll probably bring my own tea bags as well, but find coffee maker water tastes like coffee so I'll be on the hunt for hot water The buffet has dedicated hot water dispensers and tea bags. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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