There are cameras in the Neptune Lounge, Also, when HIA first started (and for a couple years), the Neptune bar was EXCLUDED period from that package. Then and certainly until now, it WAS included. So, is this new info or old???
On the larger ships you do not go to the muster station. You watch the video and go to a preassigned room on the ship and just get scanned and leave. Easier than the Zaandam!
Free drinks can work for just one person or two, depending on offer. Or, no drinks at all. Also they can be very lame at delivering drinks in a timely fashion. I was able to have 5 drinks (2 where water) on a very recent 14 day trip....
Most places in Canada will not take US dollars, just like we do not accept Canadian dollars in the US. Use a CC or ATM, simple. And Canadian money is nice looking also, lol.
The new Pinnacle Class ships....larger, younger (for HAL). BB King Blues Club and Rock and Roll. But they are still not party ships. Any Caribbean itinerary....
We are so glad that we have VeriFly to use. Our trip to South America next week still requires vax and or proof of negative testing. So nice to have, and makes it easier to board.