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2 hours ago, Jasonmom said:

 

 

I never see anyone tipping the porters anymore.  Has that gone away?

 

We still tip porters.

We've prepaid our gratuities to make life easier but are bartenders getting a cut or do we have to tip separately? I hate having to carry cash for every single drink. 

I'm on the same cruise and was as well. From what I was told, bottle/cans of soda are not included but fountain soda is free.

Great review and pictures. We're on the Sun next Monday and I am looking forward to a bottle of Veuve Clicquot. Thanks for sharing. 

So I guess there is no need to rush from our hotel if we can't board at 9:30.

New to NCL so I'm not 100% certain about what time we can get the party started. My check-in time says 9:30 but looking at the Edocs, boarding time is noon. Does this mean we're hanging out in the port until noon or will that let us on once we've provided our passports, etc.?

13 hours ago, laxgran2 said:

We just came off the Sun yesterday and of course instead of Cuba we went to the Bahamas.  Ship and staff were very nice.  No complaints.

We had the Premium Plus Beverage Package and it was great.  We had Vieuve Clicquot (sp) Champagne at the Champagne Bar.  Wonderful wines with dinner usually 1 bottle Chardonnay and 1 of Cabernet and another bottle or sometimes 2 to take with us.  All they had to do was open it and pour a little then you could take the bottle along.

We usually picked up bottles of water during the day and with meals we would get the large bottles of still and sparkling.  Also you could take one of them with you, so we always had wine back on the balcony and plenty water in the room.  There were 4 of us although my granddaughter was under age for alcohol but she was happy just to get waters.

Fresh squeezed OJ at the topsider bar.

It was definitely worth every penny.

 

 

 

Is the Veuve Clicquot a bottle or glass? If a bottle, are you getting 40% off with the PPB? We were fine with the regular open bar but PPB was our “free” upgrade. Now I have something to look forward to.

On 6/9/2019 at 9:47 PM, Bykemama said:

Hi all!  

 

We just booked the Sun for August 19-24 and there are no excursions listed except Key West.  I know that this ship was supposed to go to Cuba, but is now heading to the Bahamas.  Does anyone have any info on if they will provide excursions for the new ports?  Thanks!

Looks like we’ll be on the same cruise. We’re looking at a day pass in Nassau but are at a loss for Freeport/Grand Bahama.

What’s a PCC?

Highlight of my honeymoon cruise was cheering for the late comers from our balcony. It wasn’t too fun when we were on the cusp of being late in Cozumel.

Thank you for posting. We’re taking our 12 & 16 DD’s on their first cruise. I have been struggling with how much freedom to give them. The 12 yr old is a city kid who takes public transit during the school year. Our 16 yr old is being raised in the burbs and isn’t as independent. The age difference makes it hard to enforce the buddy system. I like the idea of limiting them to main areas and avoiding corridors. 

10 minutes ago, FLcruisergrl said:

If you order virgin drinks, they are covered under the open bar, as well as sodas.

Thank you but how does this work when the girls aren't with us? ie if they're in the Splash Academy and Entourage?

First time on NCL with the family. DH and I have the Open Bar package but wondering about a drink package for our daughters. We are not a soda family but want to treat the girls to the occasional smoothie or milkshake. Is it best to buy them ala carte or get them a drink package?

Princess now has the BOGO again, but BOGO has a new definition. Bring Own Goods Onboard.

Now that's funny.

Such a great review. Happy Anniversary!

What movies did they show?

We got a move-down offer for a cruise that leaves in a week. DH left a VM in hopes that we get the offer. It'll pay for our Christmas cruise.

Your review and pictures are great. Can't wait for my trip.

Tres cool. See you soon!

Love the idea. Hammock sounds like a plan.

We're getting the package because they will lose money on my husband. I think he sees it as a challenge to hit 15 drinks.

We are sailing on the Ruby Princess April 7th, 2018. I was looking to book a "Exclusive Beach Resort Getaway" while in Puerto Vallarta. The Princess site does not show what resort thay they take you to so I called and was put on hold while the girl called th excursion desk. Well, guess what? They will not tell you where you are going! I was told it was because of the resort security. I say bull. Has anyone had this happen to them? Fork over your money then maybe we will let you know where you are going.

We're on the same cruise and plan to get a day-pass in PV on our own. If you book through Princess, at least you'll know that you can get back to the ship without issue. I'm more worried about my second language being French and trying to navigate in Spanish.

For all of you who got sail-away streamers, I'm super jealous.

My hubby and I did our honeymoon with Carnival, and we followed certain bartenders to their various spots. So maybe Isaac was just that good, to have a ship following.

I watched Love Boat as a kid and couldn't wait for the sail away party where everyone on deck tosses stuff to the people at port. Imagine my 14 year old surprise when they didn't do it. I was rather disappointed. Over the years, I've seen formal night go down in dress. Maybe it depends on the line?

Yes - meant the Lotus pool - too many non- happy hour drinks:)

Is there such a thing when you're on vacation?