mrbucky Posted January 11, 2022 #26 Share Posted January 11, 2022 My only complaint is how they handled disembarking. We were in the last group of luggage tags and we took our time. We arrived downstairs to a line that was SOOOOOO long and it wasn't moving. We were all crammed together with no ventilation and expected to stand in that line for over an hour!! It was the only time I felt unsafe because social distancing was IMPOSSIBLE. Since the next cruise was cancelled they should have had us wait in our cabins and only called for us after each group had cleared. To me it felt like NCL was saying "You're getting off the ship. If you catch Covid now it won't be our problem. We left the Getaway December 22. Same thing with the line to disembark. Apparently the voice dismissing groups is no where near the line itself and essentially lets everyone off at once. Total chaos. Stood in line for over an hour and we were the last group, so had waited in order to not have to deal with lines. Once outside the building, the line was still there as there were no buses for the shuttle to the airport. New passengers walked through exiting ones. I wish someone from NCL would travel on another line and see how it is done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HerWife Posted January 15, 2022 #27 Share Posted January 15, 2022 On 1/9/2022 at 4:54 PM, GoldenGirl327 said: Hi! We are going on the Breakaway 1/23. Curious about checking bags at the pier vs bringing them with us. I don’t anticipate testing positive (have appointments set up in NOLA for pre-travel) but I’m that neurotic “what if” person. Did you see a lot of ppl bringing their own bags to get covid testing at the pier? Also how was the entertainment? thanks!! Almost everyone checked their bags prior to screening. The line is pretty long by 11am and snakes around a hotel. We only had backpacks, and that was plenty. One of our shows was cancelled: Six. Others in my party saw and really enjoyed “Burn the Floor” (my afternoon nap ran long). We also saw both comedians. Both were enjoyable, but Quinn’s adult show was certainly funnier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tutuwahineLV Posted January 17, 2022 #28 Share Posted January 17, 2022 On 1/8/2022 at 4:28 PM, cruising sister said: Agree I do not like Miami airport. I am seriously considering getting a hotel and flying out the next morning to avoid the crowds and nothing to do. thats what we always do, especially in cities where there are multiple ships disgorging passengers to the airport. lol a lot less stressful Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare shof515 Posted January 17, 2022 #29 Share Posted January 17, 2022 What was the shows in the theater? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MSUjohn Posted January 18, 2022 #30 Share Posted January 18, 2022 (edited) On 1/11/2022 at 8:25 AM, vacation44 said: We also always fly into Fort Lauderdale and take a car service to Miami. Thank you for the Brightline information as I have never heard of them. brightline also has a ridesharing feature that you can book when you purchase the train tickets. hop off the train, a car is waiting to bring you to the terminal. https://www.nbcmiami.com/news/local/brightline-launches-brightline-ride-share-program/2592483/ Edited January 18, 2022 by MSUjohn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmk22 Posted January 19, 2022 #31 Share Posted January 19, 2022 I am curious about your comment that "you won an upgrade to a Mini Suite with a large Balcony". Was this upgrade given to you at no extra cost? I have have received invitations to bid on upgrades but there is usually a starting minimum that you can bid on. It can be anywhere from $50 pp to $500 pp or more depending on the level you are bidding on. I really don't consider these anything to win since they are only offered because the ships are sailing at a low capacity and they are trying to get people to pay for upgrades. If you meant that you won your bid, then I can understand what you mean. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaribbeanJen Posted January 19, 2022 Author #32 Share Posted January 19, 2022 16 hours ago, jmk22 said: I am curious about your comment that "you won an upgrade to a Mini Suite with a large Balcony". Was this upgrade given to you at no extra cost? I have have received invitations to bid on upgrades but there is usually a starting minimum that you can bid on. It can be anywhere from $50 pp to $500 pp or more depending on the level you are bidding on. I really don't consider these anything to win since they are only offered because the ships are sailing at a low capacity and they are trying to get people to pay for upgrades. If you meant that you won your bid, then I can understand what you mean. Yes- I was referring to the bidding process. We had bids on 8 different rooms and in the end we "won" an upgrade from a balcony to a Club Suite with a large balcony. We paid $300 and it was well worth it. However, due to a problem with the room we ended up with an AFT balcony which we loved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luckyinpa Posted February 3, 2022 #33 Share Posted February 3, 2022 OP since you were aft i was wondering if you had any soot or vibration issues. when i was doing research on aft a while ago i remember some comments but i cannot remember which ship Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vacation44 Posted February 3, 2022 #34 Share Posted February 3, 2022 2 hours ago, luckyinpa said: OP since you were aft i was wondering if you had any soot or vibration issues. when i was doing research on aft a while ago i remember some comments but i cannot remember which ship The vibration issues have been talked about on the Joy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luckyinpa Posted February 4, 2022 #35 Share Posted February 4, 2022 On 1/16/2022 at 10:14 PM, shof515 said: What was the shows in the theater? im' curious about this as well. just was on the BA and curious if it's the same shows or not also did they have mini golf on getaway. took it off BA..guess cause covid..sigh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rfemle Posted February 4, 2022 #36 Share Posted February 4, 2022 Anyone know if you have to wear a mask in thermal spa? Thanks in advance Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trex-de Posted February 4, 2022 #37 Share Posted February 4, 2022 We were covered with ash and the vibration in aft is terrible. Don’t ever book them. They are terribly overpriced. 😉 ps. I just booked aft in March…😀 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MSUjohn Posted February 12, 2022 #38 Share Posted February 12, 2022 On 1/11/2022 at 8:25 AM, vacation44 said: We also always fly into Fort Lauderdale and take a car service to Miami. Thank you for the Brightline information as I have never heard of them. ok, so i tried the brightline train service from Fort Lauderdale to miami. it was GREAT, the whole experience! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mailbroad Posted February 22, 2022 #39 Share Posted February 22, 2022 On 1/8/2022 at 4:04 PM, NJGeorge said: We love aft facing balcony cabins. They are always sell out first and cost more too! You lucked out in my view. I hope cruising returns to normal soon. Not willing to jump through the ever changing covid flaming hoops. There are still some on some sailings and I am so tempted to book one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaribbeanJen Posted February 22, 2022 Author #40 Share Posted February 22, 2022 3 minutes ago, mailbroad said: There are still some on some sailings and I am so tempted to book one! Do it! We’ve never been disappointed. The view is unmatched and it is protected from wind. We love this type of cabin!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mailbroad Posted February 22, 2022 #41 Share Posted February 22, 2022 58 minutes ago, CaribbeanJen said: Do it! We’ve never been disappointed. The view is unmatched and it is protected from wind. We love this type of cabin!!! My husband and I stayed in one some time ago! We loved it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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