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13 minutes ago, Expat Cruise said:

Why do people believe they have the right involve themselves in things that is not their concern? I was at a port call, and saw another cruise member in a dispute over a travel fee. Could tell it was another cruiser off the ship because wearing the cruise card. A second unrelated cruise traveler came over and she want to get involved. The driver was not happy and knocked her to the ground. She went to the hospital the local security let the driver go.  So be careful involving yourself in things you have no place in. It could be harmful.

That sounds horrible. And I think you’re right to advise caution but I think it’s important to stand up for other people when you can do so safely💗

I've worked in hospitality for almost seven years now and let me tell you something. There is NOTHING worse than having to leave home, leave your family go to work just to be treated lesser by someone who is upset because their vacation isn't "perfect". If I'm out and I see servers, waitresses, whoever being treated wrongly by the people they are there to help I stand up for them as often as I can.

Just please please for God's sake be kind. It doesn't take that much effort, and its so much more refreshing than being rude. 

I ALWAYS get new outfits 😂 It's the best part of cruising (lets be serious it's the best part of life). This year I didn't go crazy, just two new dresses for myself and two new button up shirts and a pair of linen pants for my bf.

On 2/11/2020 at 10:28 AM, Anyislandwilldo said:

Don't forget to grab a chocolate covered Key Lime pie on a stick.  It's to die for!!  The white chocolate over strawberry lime pie is a close second!!  my mouth is watering just from writing this post.

HOLY CRAP! That sounds amazing where do you get this from?

4 minutes ago, BirdTravels said:

I don’t recall seeing any onboard discounts (beyond the published prices for the package). 

Thank you!

Hi all!

Last time I sailed on NCL they had a “deal” on the bottled water package if you purchased it on board on embarkation day. Is this the same deal if you purchase the package in advance? Does anyone know if there is a discount if you purchase the package on board.

Thanks 

🛳🎉

3 hours ago, RHilla619 said:

How did you find out about the upgrade opportunity? Did your travel agent forward it to you, if so he/she would have to do the bidding, but if the email came directly to you you should be able to bid on it yourself. As another member said, what ship are you going on? If it's one of the smaller/older ships like the Gem or Pearl I would avoid the mini-suites. Room is essentially the same, except the shower is a tub also and the balcony is slightly bigger. Problem is the mini-suites on this class of ship are all on deck 11 which is below the pool and buffet so you'll be hearing a lot of noise from above early in the morning. That being said I would stay put in your BB. If it is a newer class of ship then the upgrade could totally be worth it.

My TA didn’t send me the upgrade info, Norwegian did. Its an older ship- the Norwegian Sun so I think you’re right I should probably just stick in my balcony

Hi everyone!

 I know I have an endless stream of questions but y’all are just so helpful 💗 My boyfriend and I are going on a five day cruise and we’ve been offered to upgrade from our Balcony (BB) to a mini-suite the upgrade starts at $25 pp. I’d like to put in a offer thats likely to get accepted (and obviously as low as possible). Also I booked with a TA, am I required to ask her for help upgrading our room. TBH I’d rather avoid asking her anymore questions as she already booked this for us and is a work-associate. 
Thank you 😊 

6 hours ago, owlgirl31 said:

Absolutely we had the priority pas on this sailing and got totally screwed. we id use the 50 credits toward massages in the spa.

 

That really sucks! 

1 hour ago, Named-Tawny said:

From the FAQ:
"Individual items on the menu remain available on a complimentary basis and a convenience charge of up to $9.95 USD will be added to each order placed (Morning coffee, continental breakfast and orders placed by guests sailing in The Haven will not attract a charge)"

Phew!  Good to know.

Always so nice to have a first breakfast of fruit and pastries while getting ready, and then heading to the MDR for second breakfast. 😃

 

Second Breakfast 💓

2 hours ago, Named-Tawny said:

Isn't the standard room service (continental) breakfast already free?  Or has that changed?  (Or do I misunderstand what they mean by standard?)

That's EXACTLY what I was thinking...because isn't "standard" breakfast is on the regular room service menu

Just now, Liljo22 said:

Those are both docked.  
 

By all accounts it’s not worth it. 

Thank you SO MUCH! We'll pass up on this.

11 minutes ago, tallnthensome said:

I have yet to read one account where people have said it was worth it. There haven’t been too many accounts of people even purchasing it. Are your ports all tendered or  some docked? 

How do I know if the port is tendered or docked. We are stopping at Key West and Cozumel Mexico. 

Hello,

Has anyone purchased the Norwegian Priority Access for their cruise and if so did they find it was worth the value. We're taking a 5 day cruise so priority access is offered to us at $99. For me I think it might be worth it because we booked 3rd party excursions and I would hate to miss them because we're waiting to get off the ship and tender priority is offered with the "priority access" package. 

Here is what NCL lists the advantages of the package are:

• Priority Check-In and Boarding
• Tender Priority When Applicable (Off the Ship)
• Priority Debarkation (Homeport)
• Daily Complimentary Standard Room Service Breakfast
• $50 Spa Discount per person (Port Days Only)
• Complimentary Canapés (Second Day of Cruise)

My main question is has anyone taken advantage of this package and do you feel the value is worth the price? 

Thanks! 

5 minutes ago, Lois R said:

Thanks so much...it was scary --- if you look at when I posted about it was going on 4 years ago.  The Breast Cancer

is what just happened in the past 4 months.  The other one----is totally in remission (thankfully). I take 4 pills a day

for the one called CML..2 in the morning and 2 at night.....no side affects or anything....thankfully. This medicine

will be for the rest of my life....everything is showing good!

 

The radiation treatments I am now going through are doing well......so I know I am lucky....2 different forms of cancer

but I should be good in both cases. 

Sorry I didn't look at the date it was posted! That is absolutely fantastic to know you're doing better,  I hope I live to see the day where scientists are able to come up with a cure for all cancers. 

I work at a hotel and we have guest's whose keys demagnetize all of the time because of placing it near their phones. So I too would recommend against the phone/card pouch. I personally am IN LOVE with my fanny pack, it fits literally everything. I'm going to buy another because the one I have is black and I want a colorful one. 

On 7/23/2016 at 5:21 PM, Lois R said:

 

 

But it is still a shock and any good thoughts would be appreciated.

I can't imagine how scary this must be. I'm praying for a speedy recovery. Thank God the doctor thinks it isn't terminal. Last year my father beat prostate cancer that ended up being fatal for two of my other uncles so there is hope ❤️ it won't be easy but you can do it! 

5 hours ago, AviationInScale said:

 

You're right. You're being ridiculous.

I'd rather be ridiculous than rude. 

1 hour ago, NJGeorge said:

 

And unless you take cancel for any reason insurance earthquakes ain't covered either!

Yikes. Well fingers crossed no earthquakes or extraterrestrial kidnapping

51 minutes ago, david_sobe said:

But how much OBC could you get? 🤣

No idea, do the aliens even let people go nowadays? 😂

I'm going on a relatively short cruise in March only able to get away from our little one for a week or so at a time. So I've packed 3 heels and two pairs of sandals. It sounds excessive but its all about what you're willing to carry. We fly in from Jersey on Spirit and they literally charge more for a carry-on than a checked bag so I might as well bring a checked luggage and fill it up! 

I suppose I need to pack water shoes too as we'll be snorkeling so make it six 😂

1 hour ago, ggTexasGal said:

DH & I were on the EPIC January 5 -16 cruise from San Juan.  The EPIC left SJ around midnight (instead the scheduled 8 PM), due to engine maintenance.  The first quake (5.8) occurred as EPIC was approximately 12 Nautical Miles from the Epi-center (according to what we were told later).  We did not have any clue, until we woke in the morning, and saw it on the news, that there had been any earthquake.  We had no problems due to the earthquakes!

The winter-storms in the Atlantic, on the other hand, did cause changes to several of our island stops!

Regardless, we had a great cruise!!!

Wow! You guys must've slept right through it. Sounds like you guys had a great time! 

1 hour ago, Georgia_Peaches said:

I read an article recently about an increase in alien abductions of humans from vessels on the high seas.  Not making this up.  My guess is you have as much to fear of a potential earthquake at sea as you do a potential alien abduction.  Since neither are very likely, my advice is to just enjoy the fun of the anticipation of a cruise and then embark and have a fantastic time!

😂😂 OMG my travel insurance doesn't even cover alien abductions 👽

26 minutes ago, ColeThornton said:

On the list of the top 100 things to worry about on a cruise that is number 102.

LMBO thanks 😂

Hi Everyone,

So we're cruising on March 3rd and I'm so excited. But I'm super nervous about the Earthquakes. I know they can cause large waves and I know that I'm most likely being ridiculous. But I can't help but wonder has anyone had any experiences with earthquakes while near the shore or on the ship?