TA on NOVA......Lisbon to NYC.........

[fdnycruiser]

Don’t forget to invite your neighbors on 7 😂😂

[fdnycruiser]

Rainbow this morning 

[Lois R]

Not sure what happened to my previous post? I took a cab from the hotel to the ship instead of going on the bus. I was at the check in counter at noon and was on board about 5 minutes later.

She is beautiful, albeit exploring her will take a few days. Definitely a different deck plan.

I have seen several familiar faces which is always nice 🙂

[canderson]

19 minutes ago, Lois R said:

Not sure what happened to my previous post? I took a cab from the hotel to the ship instead of going on the bus. I was at the check in counter at noon and was on board about 5 minutes later.

She is beautiful, albeit exploring her will take a few days. Definitely a different deck plan.

I have seen several familiar faces which is always nice 🙂

It was in the other thread (boarding time question).  Glad it went smoothly and quickly!

 

How was the Tivoli?

[travelnap]

Lois, Glad to hear you made it to the ship safely.  Those long flights seem to get longer and longer than they used to.  Enjoy the TA.  I have done a couple of them and they are so relaxing.  Neil

[DCPIV]

28 minutes ago, Lois R said:

Not sure what happened to my previous post? I took a cab from the hotel to the ship instead of going on the bus. I was at the check in counter at noon and was on board about 5 minutes later.

She is beautiful, albeit exploring her will take a few days. Definitely a different deck plan.

I have seen several familiar faces which is always nice 🙂

 

I'm glad to hear that travel went so smoothly!

 

Don't miss the Dusk Bar.  We were there when a lady came by with a rather wonderous look on her face.  "I've been on this ship three weeks and didn't know this was here!" 🤣

[Lois R]

I can't remember the last time I was unpacked at 3:30!

[spinnaker2]

Happy travels all!

[Lois R]

1 hour ago, canderson said:

It was in the other thread (boarding time question).  Glad it went smoothly and quickly!

 

How was the Tivoli?

Thanks, I thought I had lost my mind lol

The hotel was fine. Bed was very comfy and the breakfast had a BIG variety. Decor was fine. Nothing that blew me away but overall nice.

[ronrick1943]

TA’S are my favorite cruise, enjoy your cruise—looking forward to reading more.  We broad her Dec 11th.

[goldengatecruisers]

Wishing you all a fabulous crossing.  We board Nova in New York at the conclusion of your Transatlantic and will be following the comments on this thread.  Enjoy Nova and the relaxing sea days.

[dawntrdr]

555 pax on board.  Crew is only slightly less than that.

[Lois R]

19 hours ago, canderson said:

 

Oops

[Lois R]

Ok, one night now done......first impressions. She is a beautful vessel but a couple of negatives for me. The Arts Cafe. I miss the coziness and intimacy of this venue that Moon and Dawn provide. The open space and "busy" atmosphere just seem too much. And I miss no outside seating.

And I think having the reception area right there on top of the Cafe just seems strange. The space seems very weird.....no longer personalized.

Those are a couple of things that have stood out to me.

[Lois R]

It is not all negative of course. The crew is wonderful and I have seen many familiar faces. Will post more later.

[motone]

We're on deck 9 too!! The place is buzzing.

[Dolcevita Diva]

2 hours ago, Lois R said:

Ok, one night now done......first impressions. She is a beautful vessel but a couple of negatives for me. The Arts Cafe. I miss the coziness and intimacy of this venue that Moon and Dawn provide. The open space and "busy" atmosphere just seem too much. And I miss no outside seating.

And I think having the reception area right there on top of the Cafe just seems strange. The space seems very weird.....no longer personalized.

Those are a couple of things that have stood out to me.

It rather reminded me of a hotel lobby with a busy Starbucks now (even more so  when they close the Arts Cafe at 6 pm). 

[mancunian]

Enjoying hearing about the ship, but for us it is a definite no, as arts cafe is our favourite place particularly when you are able to sit outside.    I do not understand why they have done this, as report after report on the other ships nearly always say they love the arts cafe.  It is a big loss.   Also do not know why they are closing at 6 pm.  It was great sitting in there in the evening with an irish coffee and the lovely chocolates and listening to the jazz next door in silver note.

 

Oh, I am so looking forward to the Moon on 10th December

[ronrick1943]

6 hours ago, Dolcevita Diva said:

It rather reminded me of a hotel lobby with a busy Starbucks now (even more so  when they close the Arts Cafe at 6 pm). 

 

5 hours ago, mancunian said:

Enjoying hearing about the ship, but for us it is a definite no, as arts cafe is our favourite place particularly when you are able to sit outside.    I do not understand why they have done this, as report after report on the other ships nearly always say they love the arts cafe.  It is a big loss.   Also do not know why they are closing at 6 pm.  It was great sitting in there in the evening with an irish coffee and the lovely chocolates and listening to the jazz next door in silver note.

 

Oh, I am so looking forward to the Moon on 10th December

And why does it close so early, it was nice to get coffee later in the evening.

[CruiserFromMaine]

Hi @Lois R! I’m late to the thread, but glad to see you’re cruising again—have a great cruise! 

[Lois R]

Good morning, catching up. Last night I dined with 4 other guests and the CD in Terrazza. Food was quite good. It was formal night, or as posted "Formal Optional". I saw a variety of attire.

The first evening I ate with 2 other solo gals in Atlantide and not sure what is going on but the service was very slow.........

 

There are over 90 solo guests on board. And I have met some nice folks from the roll call. Tonight 3 of us are going to Salt. Will let you how that meal goes.

 

My cabin is a classic balcony on deck 9. I have a large walk in shower and like it a lot.

The bed is very comfy. Closet is way different than the other ships. I have plenty of space but the actual space is much smaller with a weird set up. 4 open shelves and then drawers underneath with the top drawer holding the safe. There are 3 rods for hanging clothes. The best way to explain is to take a photo so will do that later.

Suffice to say one is too high for me to reach and I had to ask my butler to get the hangars down for me.

I do LOVE the vanity area with the mirror and seat which is across from the bathroom. 

These are just a few of my thoughts so far. 

 

 

 

 

 

[Lois R]

Let's see if the picture0s work.....

[Lois R]

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