amomma23

Thanks for the reassurance. I did check out a few other options. Another place was a little more $$, and pick up wasn't much earlier. I thought of heading back to the airport, but we're a family of 5, so it becomes a bit more of a project to add additional stops.

I think we'll stick with the original plan. Our kids are seasoned travelers, but I think they will enjoy a little extra hotel time over waiting around at the port to board.

I just booked MJS transportation from Hyatt Place Fort Lauderdale to POM. They sent confirmation and listed pickup time from this hotel is 12:00. The Getaway leaves at 4:00, so should be on board by 2:00.

At first didn't think anything of it, but now I'm second guessing the timing. Is that cutting it too close or am I over thinking it?

We did Blue Lagoon in November. Loved it. Food was nothing fancy but good. The beach was beautiful. Wouldn't hesitate to go back.

Thanks for the replies. We're definitely on the go. The room is more of a sleep/shower spot. We like to relax some, but we'll be out and about most of the time. So I think we'll be leaning toward the Getaway.

My family is looking at booking with NCL for November 2016. We've narrowed it down to the Dawn out of New Orleans and The Getaway out of Miami. On the Dawn, we'd be in a family suite with balcony and all of the freebies from the current promo. The Getaway would be a family ocean view room with free beverage package.

We're traveling with kids ages 7, 10, and 14 at time of travel. Ports aren't swaying us one way or another. Based on ship alone, what would you choose? We aren't fussy, but our previous cruise experience is Disney. Is there enough to do with kids on sea days on the Dawn?