Cruise Critic Sailing on Norwegian Bliss to Alaska on 4/23 - Ask Us Your Questions

[Uff da]

45 minutes ago, wacruiselover said:

That sounds AWESOME! 

 

[tutuwahineLV]

Juneau is fogged in this morning.  Jumped on the webcam to see the Bliss arrive, and nothing but grey.  Hope the day clears up for them, that ride up the tram is going to be straight up spooky, but could be clear at the summit... 

[BermudaBound2014]

On 4/23/2022 at 5:26 PM, Uff da said:

It has to do with the current Canada rules that every person on a ship be vaccinated before it can dock in Canada. That's how they check it. It's not about if you are getting off or not. 

 

Not sure why you keep repeating this incorrect information. I've pointed out the accurate information numerous times. NCL is welcoming unvaccinated guests 12 and under on sailings including Canada/Alaska. 

 https://www.ncl.com/travel-requirements-by-country

 

 

Edited April 25, 2022 by BermudaBound2014

[Benelope]

16 hours ago, wacruiselover said:

Thank you! Did you get an opportunity to see the Company Men?

No. Hoping they perform again so we can catch them! Many were not feeling well yesterday due to rocky seas. 

[PharGirl79]

I'll be on the next cruise 4/30 and this will be my first Alaska cruise. Just wondering if it's too cold to enjoy a drink on the balcony or dinner on the waterfront. Hope you're having a blast!! 

[Uff da]

13 hours ago, BermudaBound2014 said:

 

Not sure why you keep repeating this incorrect information. I've pointed out the accurate information numerous times. NCL is welcoming unvaccinated guests 12 and under on sailings including Canada/Alaska. 

 https://www.ncl.com/travel-requirements-by-country

 

 

Okay fine. Every person 12 and up. Are you happy now? 

Edited April 26, 2022 by Uff da

[Benelope]

Day 4 Daily

NCL Bliss - Alaska day 4.pdf

[wacruiselover]

42 minutes ago, Benelope said:

Day 4 Daily

NCL Bliss - Alaska day 4.pdf 2.47 MB · 5 downloads

Thank you again for keeping us up to date with what is going on,

[Nofx242]

Any update on if shops look all reopened or any issues with staffing for tours?

[wacruiselover]

If anyone could post the Daily for Wednesday - Day 4 it would be greatly appreciated. Also, for those on the sailing, how did you like Kristina Wells - either Saturday or tonight? Did Company Men perform on Sunday and how was it? Thank you so much in advance!

[PharGirl79]

1012959701_NCLBliss-Alaskaday4.pdf

[wacruiselover]

13 hours ago, wacruiselover said:

If anyone could post the Daily for Wednesday - Day 4 it would be greatly appreciated. Also, for those on the sailing, how did you like Kristina Wells - either Saturday or tonight? Did Company Men perform on Sunday and how was it? Thank you so much in advance!

Thank you, @PharGirl79for posting what I asked. I was having a senior moment and actually wanted Wednesday - Day 5. I will also be asking about Day 6 and Day 7 when they are available.

 

Can anyone comment on Kristina Wells or Company Men?

 

I appreciate any responses and hope all on board are having a great time. Hopefully ours starts soon.

[Benelope]

Day 5 Daily

NCL Bliss - Alaska day 5.pdf

[wacruiselover]

@BenelopeThank you so much. I hope you are enjoying Glacier Bay. Looks like NCL has erected awnings on the front deck to keep people dry. Hopefully they are passing out something warm to drink as well. We enjoyed that on the Encore last September.

[wacruiselover]

5 minutes ago, Benelope said:

Day 5 Daily

NCL Bliss - Alaska day 5.pdf 2.47 MB · 8 downloads

This is actually the Daily from Day 4 - April 26.

 

[NCLGirl2013]

Can you get a French Raspberry Martini anywhere on board? They had this at the martini bar on our last cruise and it was SO good. We are going on the Bliss in Feb and saw they do not have the martini bar but maybe they have this drink somewhere else?

[abugarcia1]

Thank you for sharing your information. I'm wondering when you get to Victoria if it takes longer to disembark due to the information required for the ArriveCan App? Thank you again.

[EleventyBangBang]

17 minutes ago, abugarcia1 said:

Thank you for sharing your information. I'm wondering when you get to Victoria if it takes longer to disembark due to the information required for the ArriveCan App? Thank you again.

 

Curious on this as well.  They've adjusted our upcoming itinerary from 7 pm to 7:30, which I assume is because of that.

 

[Uff da]

1 hour ago, Benelope said:

Day 5 Daily

NCL Bliss - Alaska day 5.pdf 2.47 MB · 4 downloads

This is Day 4, not 5. 

[Benelope]

The real Day 5 Daily attached. Experiencing realllllly slow internet today. 

NCL Bliss - Alaska day 5.pdf

[wacruiselover]

If possible, could @Benelopeor some other kind person please post the Daily for Day 6 - April 28? Thanks in advance!

[kvalenta]

On 4/23/2022 at 11:07 AM, laudergayle said:

How exciting…today is Embarkation Day for you! I am curious about the Entertainment schedule.  Are Jersey Boys and Beatles cover group playing on your cruise…and what days?  We’re on the 5/14 cruise and have been watching the weather in Sitka, Juneau and Icy Strait.  Seems like highs will be 49-52 degrees high (rain perhaps). What did you need for layers for on shore in these ports.  Thanks for your insight.  Have an amazing cruise.

Hi there! Jersey Boys and the Beatles group have or are both performing on this sailing. Jersey Boys is currently bidding adieu to one cast on this sailing and the next one is ready to pick up on the next sailing. The Beatles group has mostly performed in the Cavern Club, though moved to two shows in Bliss Theater last night. 

 

We have had lots of rain and fog, through the latter has burnt off late in the day in some ports and the rain hasn't been heavy. I have a thick pullover fleece and thin waterproof shell and have been fine. The waterproof shell and a hoodie have also worked as well.

 

Hope that helps!

[kvalenta]

20 hours ago, abugarcia1 said:

Thank you for sharing your information. I'm wondering when you get to Victoria if it takes longer to disembark due to the information required for the ArriveCan App? Thank you again.

I will let you know. I know that ArriveCan requirements have changed while onboard (you don't need to submit the quarantine plan, as far as I know, and NCL didn't exactly tell you how to provide that information either).

 

[kvalenta]

On 4/20/2022 at 7:19 PM, cc-riderslc said:

I would like to know how the ArriveCAN process works in Victoria. Did you fill it out and submit it? Did NCL ask for the confirmation when you boarded? Did the the Canadian boarder agents ask for it when you got off in Victoria. 

You must fill it out within 72 hours BEFORE you leave Seattle. NCL checks that you have done so before you are even allowed to board the ship. Certain aspects of the ArriveCAN app have been dropped, in my understanding (the quarantine plan portion, as far as I know). We arrive in Victoria tomorrow and I'll follow up.

[kvalenta]

On 4/21/2022 at 1:52 PM, tgloersen said:

Sorry if already asked, but do you know how full the ship is?

We've been told between 50 and 60% -- around 2400 passengers I believe, and 1600 crew