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This move on NCL's part was actually the "straw that broke the camel's back" for me. I just cancelled my NCL cruise to Alaska next year and booked HAL. There simply have been too many non-passenger friendly changes in the last year. I'd cancel my September cruise but I'm already past final payment. I'm now working on finding good substitutes for the other two NCL cruises I have booked.
Great choice. HAL is where you are treated like a value guest. I can order room service for free and bring on all the water, juice, canned pop I like. Oh and did I forget to mention HAL will also let me bring on one bottle of wine, FOR FREE!!!
You will Love HAL and their service.
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NCL say it's not so. We can't bring water on board. Must be honest. This is the most ridiculous penny pinching, nickel and dimming move NCL could have done. The package cruise and stay vacation we book means we have no choice but to sail on the NCL Pearl. This will be my one and only NCL cruise. I'm taking my business back to HAL where you are treated like a value guest. I can order room service for free and bring on all the water, juice, canned pop I like. Oh and did I forget to mention HAL will also let me bring on one bottle of wine, FOR FREE
Way to kick the little guy NCL[emoji35][emoji107]🏼
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You didn't, but you also didn't mention that HAL's average guest age is 98.
Stephen
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I'm 37 and love HAL! Never had a problem finding something fun to do or making new cruise friends.
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Must be honest we should be grateful HAL is not following the practices of NCL. They have band the practice of carry-on or packing any non-alcoholic beverages on to their fleet. This includes water, juices and canned pop. It is the most ridiculous penny pinching, nickel and dimming move NCL could have done. Just purchased a package cruise and stay vacation and have no choice but to sail on the NCL Pearl. This will be my one and only NCL cruise. I'm taking my business home to HAL where you are treated like a value guest. I can order room service for free and bring on all the water, juice, canned pop I like. As well as one bottle of wine, FOR FREE!!!
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So with the oil and gas economy in Houston the way it is, we went really cheap on this cruise as we have been to AK 4 previous times. We were assigned Room 2517 which is an accessible room with portholes. Has anyone ever had one of these rooms? I know there is not a tub as the shower is roll in, but what about the rest of the room. Is there a make up area for wife etc? I know there are two twin beds convertible to one queen. TIA
BTW, this is on the Amsterdam July 1o sailing.
This is a link for a video of cabin 2700 which is also and accessible cabin. The deck plan doesn't say your cabin is accessible tho.
Hope it helps
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Must be honest. This is the most ridiculous penny pinching, nickel and dimming move NCL could have done. Just purchased a package cruise and stay vacation and have no choice but to sail on the NCL Pearl. This will be my one and only NCL cruise. I'm taking my business back to HAL where you are treated like a value guest. I can order room service for free and bring on all the water, juice, canned pop I like. Oh and did I forget to mention HAL will also let me bring on one bottle of wine, FOR FREE!!!
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Must be honest. This is the most ridiculous penny pinching, nickel and dimming move NCL could have done. Just purchased a package cruise and stay vacation and have no choice but to sail on the NCL Pearl. This will be my one and only NCL cruise. I'm taking my business back to HAL where you are treated like a value guest. I can order room service for free and bring on all the water, juice, canned pop I like. Oh and did I forget to mention HAL will also let me bring on one bottle of wine, FOR FREE!!!
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Must be honest. This is the most ridiculous penny pinching, nickel and dimming move NCL could have done. Just purchased a package cruise and stay vacation and have no choice but to sail on the NCL Pearl. This will be my one and only NCL cruise. I'm taking my business back to HAL where you are treated like a value guest. I can order room service for free and bring on all the water, juice, canned pop I like. Oh and did I forget to mention HAL will also let me bring on one bottle of wine, FOR FREE!!!
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Must be honest. This is the most ridiculous penny pinching, nickel and dimming move NCL could have done. Just purchased a package cruise and stay vacation and have no choice but to sail on the NCL Pearl. This will be my one and only NCL cruise. I'm taking my business back to HAL where you are treated like a value guest. I can order room service for free and bring on all the water, juice, canned pop I like. Oh and did I forget to mention HAL will also let me bring on one bottle of wine, FOR FREE!!!
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My first cruise was on Holland America Norodom last September. It was a small ship but BIG on class and Service! Every meal was amazing. Crew remember our names after the first day and always greeted us with smiles and hello. Our cabin was kept spotless by the two stewart. We had an obstructed view cabin; but with the floor the ceiling windows there was lots of light and we could see over the lifeboat no problem.
Everyday start with breakfast in bed. You can literally write about anything down on the room slip and they will bring it! Eggs Benedict, fresh fruit and a big pot of coffee; sure no problem [emoji38][emoji106]
I'm pretty laid back for a girl in her 30's and was looking for a quick vacation. That being said, there was always something to do on board. We caught a lecture, played trivia game in the crows nest and really enjoyed a cooking demonstration. Or you can do nothing at all if you wanted. The spa was wonderful and really worth the price of the pass. And what a view form the thermal loungers, it was beautiful. If I could have, one of those thermal loungers was coming home with me.
To say the least I'll be back on a HAL cruise again very soon.
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Thank you so much to everyone how has posted. The info is very helpful.
My 11y daughter and I are sailing in late September from Vancouver to Southern California. Could anyone give us tips about kid orientated activities and board besides the kids club in the climbing wall. My daughter is very busy and I'm hoping to have a list of things she can do before we leave. Also is there a DVDs player in the rooms or just a TV?
Thank you again to everyone. This is a great thread!
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I everyone. I have seen/read lots of reviews about many different cruise ships/lines and how they treat their wheelchair confined passengers. It's very good information but it would be much more helpful if it was all in one place. So bring on your opinions, W/C accessible cabin reviews, best accessible theatres, dinning rooms, pools lifts, spas, clubs, you get the idea. Which cruise line or ship went above and beyond for you or your loved one. Lets really get some this thread useful.
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I everyone. I have seen/read lots of reviews about many different cruise ships/lines and how they treat their wheelchair confined passengers. It's very good information but it would be much more helpful if it was all in one place. So bring on your opinions, W/C accessible cabin reviews, best accessible theatres, dinning rooms, pools lifts, spas, clubs, you get the idea. Which cruise line or ship went above and beyond for you or your loved one. Lets really get some this thread useful.
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Here are a couple of websites that give information on importing a dog into the US (including a PDF that applies to bringing a dog across the border from Canada).
http://www.cdc.gov/importation/bringing-an-animal-into-the-united-states/dogs.html
Dianne
Thank you for the PDF Dianne. Very helpful!
-Joy
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Joy, WELCOME! You, Lydia and Tyr have given me my goose bumps for the week!!!! What a beautiful team your Lydia and Tyr are. I am thrilled to hear the difference that Tyr has made in Lydia's life. You don't have to sell me much on what these amazing dogs can do for our minds, souls and bodies - Not to speak of our hearts [emoji813]
I loved how we were treated onboard NCL. We got lucky and had really good filler and the box was the best we've ever had onboard any cruise ship. Depending on who sets the box up, it can be a hit or a miss!
YOU have the power to make sure that you're pleased with the filler, the box and the placement of same. Remember: The Hotel Manager is your go-to person for your requests. Make them early on when you first board.
Remember: Give yourselves lots of time to get everywhere; to eat, to play and to just walk, because everyone will have lots of questions and will ask to pat Tyr. He's an extremely handsome dog and not the usual breed that you'd expect a lovely, young girl to be walking with! The public will be overly curious about him. If you wish you can allow your fellow passengers to pat him [upon request only], or, you don't have to if it works best for Lydia.
The elevators can be a problem for folks who are afraid of or just don't like dogs. Be aware of others in your environment. ALWAYS ask Tyr to sit or lay down when possible. This makes him easier to avoid for those who don't like or are allergic or afraid of him.
Be careful in the theatre or other areas where it may be dark and people may trip over or step on him. Try to get a table in the dining room that is against a wall or railing so that Tyr can lay down without being stepped on!!!
ALWAYS remind servers that he's there.
Make extra copies of all your paperwork and be ready to show it when getting on or off the ship,. Keep the originals and be ready to give a copy of everything to the registration people.
MOST IMPORTANTLY! Have fun!
Thank you for all this great advice and information!!! Everywhere Lydia and Try go people always try to pet Tyr. Often I'll just say politely "no, he's working". If they press the point I let Lydia spend the next 5-10 mins giving her monologue about Tyr, service dogs and why you should never pet a service dog. It really is quite funny to see. I love watching my Lydia speaking to people, so full of confidence and not shy or scared anymore.
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Hi Joy,
Welcome to our crazy little abode. I am just a tag-a-long. No service dog, but have been with this "family" for years. I'm the red headed, crazy step-sista!
I worked as a teacher's asst in Special Ed for around 7 years. You would not believe the conversations I had with parents about getting their child a service dog and the +++++'s it could make in their lives. I am sure they thought I was over bearing and off my rocker, but I am a stead fast fan and that's that!
It warms my heart to hear that Lydia is blossoming out of her shell. As for melt downs, heck I have them and I am an old lady! I am sure you are just over the moon about the other progress and handle the melt downs with great patience.
You and your family are beautiful. I am sure Lydia will go into over load (In a good way) at Disneyland. It will surely wear her out! Have a great time. Come back and let us know all the details. We don't care how long your post is,as you can see from my ramblings!
Well let the people know you have spoken to someone who's chlilds whole life has been changed for the better by a Service Dog.
The times when Tyr is must important is when Lydia is in the hospital, having tests done or going to the dentist. These where terrible experiences for Lydia before we had Tyr. Now Lydia can cope with it in a way we never dreamed possible.
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Hi Chris,
Thank you for the information. Tyr has his by- yearly checkup next week. So we will talk to the vet then about the Canadian versions of 7001 form.
Tyr has changed Lydia life in every way. In ways we just never expected. Lydia is back in school, has friends, can go on trips and to family events now. Lydia still has melt- downs every once in a while but that's when you can really see hoe strong their (Lydia & Tyr) bond is.
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Welcome!! We were just on the Escape and they were great. Just be firm on what you would like in the potty box. We requested sod but they claimed they couldn't get it ( even though they knew months in advance). I guess Miami doesn't have any grass. On our first stop they managed to get some. In the meantime they had some kind of hamster bedding and Wexler HATED it. First time we ever had to make go in the box.
Cindy
Hi Cindy,
Thank you so much for the information. We have bought a package cruise and stay deal. The agency we are dealing with don't seem to thing a service dog useful [emoji35]. They have put use in cabin 5505. I tried to tell her we needed to be near a staff stairwell so
The BOX could go there and that it needed to be sod... She didn't sound too happy with me. I'll fine our more tomorrow. I was told by a NCL consultant that Service Dogs are usually booked into accessible cabins. Is this correct?!
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Great picture of your daughter and her best friend. I haven't cruised yet with my dog, but some of the others on this board will be able to help you out.
Are you going to Disneyland when you are in Anaheim? They are very welcoming to service dogs.
Dianne
Hi Dianne,
Yes we are heading to Disneyland and Universal. Lydia. Is most excited about Harry Potter Land!
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Hi Beckie,
Thank you for the welcome. Looking forward to hearing from everyone.
Joy
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First, so sorry about your hip. That must be very stressful. Evan more reason to going on your cruise, relax and really enjoy it!
Second, if you don't have a cane, walker or other walking assistant device get one!
A electric wheelchair or scooter would be the best if you can rent one for your cruise. It will reduce the amount of movement and weight being put on the join. This will also reduce your discomfort or pain; so you will have a better time on vacation.
Third, call your cruise ship coordinator to help you make the necessary accommodation changes to your booking.
Forth, but most importantly.
[emoji568]Have A Great Cruise!![emoji907]
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Hi everyone,
This is my wonderful daughter Lydia and her bestfriend in the whole world Tyr. "My wonder Dog" as Lydia says. Tyr is Lydia's Autism Service Dog.
This year in September do to ongoing heart/health problem; I'm taking Lydia on her bucket list trip. We are cruising from Vancouver on the NCL Pearl then spending 5 days in Anaheim. We are Canadian and have not crossed the border with this dream team yet.
All and any advice and tips would be very helpful. We have all of Tyr's vet paper work, doctors documents, vaccination records ready to go and we are even having our vet fill out an Aphis 7001 from. Anything else we should do or know?! How dose NCL treat their (person/dog) teams and service dogs in general?
Thank you ahead of time for the information.
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Can't bring soda on board anymore
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I'm book on a group cruise with NCL in the fall. I have just as much right to post here as anywhere else I like.....
Why? Do you work for NCL. Have and ensure with someone speaking their mind and telling the truth about another cruise line?! Or are you just Rude all the time?
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