behan

I heard that CBP required a face to face check because we stopped in Colombia.  I did notice that a separate line was being used for people with porters assisting them.  This line was much shorter, and least early in the morning.  So that may be a better option.  

1 hour ago, HeyBigCarl said:

How is the beer availability at District Brewhouse?  I’ve heard stories about lots of draft beers not in stock, specifically IPAs. 
 

Have a great trip!

I'm on board right now too.  No issue with beer availability.  Last time I checked IPAs on draft were Stone, Lagunitas snd Cigar City Jai Lai.  I'm headed that way and will take a picture of the menu.

11 minutes ago, JGmf said:

 

Gary-

Please stay the course and proceed with your Quest next week.  I'm looking forward to the outcome and the photos!

 

Yes Gary, it is a worthwhile quest, and I'm sure you are up to the task.  Looking forward to your results, and good luck to your wife in the slot tournament.

I am currently on the Getaway and have had no issues getting mixed shots.

Right,  it says 15 days on the NCLH investor relations site.  I recently received $250 for an upcoming 15 day cruise.

This is how it always appears on my bookings.  Once you buy the upgrade it will show up under included items and under purchased items.  Doesn’t really make sense to show it this way, but that’s just how they do it.

Drop off bags before testing.

Yes, seemed to be plenty of seats.  There was one tent for test check-in, one tent for testing, and a third full of chairs to wait for results.  My check in time was 10:30, so not sure what is happening out there right now.  I was expecting it to be bad, but it was really a smooth process.

We received results in 20 minutes and walked right on board.  Very smooth, well organized process.  On second cocktail, all my stress is gone.

There are tents set up in the parking lot across from the terminal.  Lots of signs and staff directing you.  Getting checked in to testing and the actual test process

was very smooth.  Waiting for results is pretty stressful.  Heard some people have been waiting for an hour.

1 hour ago, welove2cruise* said:

Hello, I just wanted to clarify something.  We plan to drive to the cruise port in Miami this year as the airfare is outrageously expensive.  We will get tested at home prior to leaving and will be extra cautious traveling on the way down but should the unimaginable happen - would we be able to just get in our car and go back home? I plan to buy cancel for any reason insurance.  We have an RV and are debating just camping for the week but I miss cruising so I am trying to decide if we should take chance.  

 

Of course you can drive back home.  I’m not sure who would try to prevent you from doing so.  This is our plan for next cruise, drive to the port and if we are not allowed to board, we will drive back home.

I was on Bliss last week, and had no issues with the elevators.  I don't think I waited anymore than a minute for an elevator to arrive.  I do take the stairs if it's only a couple decks, so maybe that is the reason, or maybe our cruise wasn't full.  The only real crowd at the elevators I saw was right after a show let out of the main theater.  We would just exit theater, cut through the Local and head for the aft elevators, never a crowd there.

6 hours ago, behan said:

Just off the Bliss.  Beatles main theater show was earlier in the week for our cruise, I think Wednesday, I'll check tonight and confirm day/time.  No problem getting in, no reservations, we just showed up about 20 min early.  It was a great show in the theater but seeing them in the Cavern Club is even better.   We found the best way to get a good seat in the Cavern Club is to go to the late show, but be there right when the early show ends.  As soon as that crowd is out  head on in, grab a seat and have a drink.

Checked the Daily and the Beatles show in the theater was on Tuesday (Day 4) at 8pm.  Not sure if this was a one time change or the new schedule.  Jersey Boys was twice on Thursday and twice on Friday.

Just off the Bliss.  Beatles main theater show was earlier in the week for our cruise, I think Wednesday, I'll check tonight and confirm day/time.  No problem getting in, no reservations, we just showed up about 20 min early.  It was a great show in the theater but seeing them in the Cavern Club is even better.   We found the best way to get a good seat in the Cavern Club is to go to the late show, but be there right when the early show ends.  As soon as that crowd is out  head on in, grab a seat and have a drink.

Thanks for doing this.  We’re on Bliss 2/23 and this helps with my vacation anticipation.