big green

We are thinking of buying one of these packages on our 14 day to hawaii--

some questions:

1. Do you get two robes with the for two package--it is not clear on the description.??

2. when to you pick the wine and spirits after your on board or when you order??

3.does anyone have the list of wines/booze they have to select from??

Thanks

Big Green

Unfortunately, many of the new ships being built today don't have a forward facing lounge... As more and more passengers demand aft and forward suites aboard a ship, the forward lounge alike an aft swimming pool is being squeezed out...

 

What is happening to the Star reflects what is happening with new ships being built...

besides NCL--what other new ships that were built the last two years

have no forward observation area because this space was used for suites???

BG

In general the list is the same as the link to the latest on NCL.com. As far as a computer that link not only indicates there is one in the AA but the Courtyard Villas on the other ships. We know that is not the case. :D

I just looked at the amenities chart again and there is no computers on the list, no Ipod docking station etc. Maybe someone who has recently stayed in the owners suite on the Sky could verify the above list. Also I am not sure there is a separate suite room service menu that is different than the one in the regular suite which i know for a fact is no different than the standard room service menu--you can probably get anything you want from the butler except sushi--which they will not do on room service. Also there is really no formal concierge lounge from the ships i have sailed on--they just hang out by Cagney's usually. Maybe the Epic will have a dedicated lounge???? Chocolates at bed turn down I believe have been eliminated in all suites--this was recent change this year. Also I have never seen one of these feather duvets??? This look like a list that came out during the roll out of 2.0 --a lot has changed since then.

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BG

May think it is old but it was sent out this week by NCL to superflyjeff when he booked the AA on the Sky. ;)

That is typical of NCL--but there is no formal night for example like on the list

so I guess I would verify this list again and make sure it it the latest--especially for the SKy which may not have all the amenities listed in the list like --Ipod docking station etc.--computer etc like the newer ships--I guess

I would rely on what is on the web site.

BG

AA Owners Suite 482sq. ft., balcony 353 sq. ft., with hot tub on balcony

 

Amenities follow:

 

Embarkation

Personal escort to stateroom

Metallic colored key card

1 Bottle of French Champagne (w/compliments card from NCL)

1 Floral Arrangement

Selection from "Suite Treats" menu

1 Fruit Basket*

2 Bottles of Spring Water*

2 Bottles of Sparkling Water*

3 Bottles of Liquor From Menu

6 Sodas * (Variety of cokes/ Diet Cokes/Sprite/Tonic/club soda)

Whole Milk/Skim Milk for Cappuccino Coffee set up

Warm face towels, embarkation by Butler

"Bubbly Welcome" Embarkation Champagne by Butler in suite

Upon request, unpack guest suitcases by Butler

 

*Replenished upon consumption

 

Butler and Concierge Service

Access to suite day lounge

Daily Breakfast and Lunch in Cagney's Steakhouse

Deluxe chocolate for bed turndown (prepared onboard) Begins July 08 - Phase II

Pillow menu selection (tent card on night stand)

Personalized Stationary

DVD and CD Player

DVD & CD Library , with DVD movie library binder

I-pod docking station/cable available

Deluxe Coffee/Espresso/Cappuccino Machine, serving Lavazza coffee

China cups/saucers, espresso cups, teaspoons

Coffee/tea pod dispenser to accompany Lavazza coffee machines

Bathroom Scale

Clock

Bath Robes (Plush Terry Robe-Waffle Design)

Slippers, standard

Feather Pillows, King/Euro

Feather Duvet Insert

Upgraded linen - 300TC with Embroidery

Upgraded Towels including oversized bath towel 800g

Long stem barware, 4 each, space available.

Binoculars

Bar Utensils

Full Breakfast Menu

24 Hour Room Service Menu (Suite Menu)

"Suite Treats" delivered each evening

Complimentary pressing for formal night/shoe shining

Priority restaurant reservations

Priority disembarkation

Personal Computer

In Suite Dining

This is a very old list--follow this link to the latest amenities for suites etc.

http://www.nclsuitesandvillas.com/pages/suitesvillasmore.php

click on amenities chart on left side of page.

BG

Can anyone tell me how many passengers can fit on one cart?

i read on the web site 4 passengers only per cart.

BG

I am going to Alaska on the Star on April 25th.:D When I recieved my welcome aboard booklet I read that NCL is now requireing each Passenger take only 2 pieces of Luggage :mad:and they can only be 50 pounds each. I had my TA call NCL to comferm and to find out what were the regulations concerning the amount of our carry-ons. My TA talked to a NCL Supervisor and she said that NCL wants to reglate the Luggage to comply with the Airlines. :confused:Then she went on to say that you will only be allowed 1 carry-on 18 by 24. No cases of water and ect.You of course be allowed Purses and Cameras. I did not find out when or where they will check the weight of the Luggage or will they charge us and bill it to our OBC:cool:

'This is what is on the web site-- they mention the airlines-- i will go by this.

"Each person is allowed up to 200 pounds of personal luggage on board. However, if you are traveling by air, ask the airline if it has different restrictions. Airlines and NCL have limited liability for loss, so be sure all baggage and personal belongings are properly insured. Suitcases should be securely locked and tagged. You should hand-carry medication, jewelry or other valuables and important documents."

Big Green

Has anyone just taken a taxi and done a tour of the hidden Mexico in PV? Is this a bit risky? We would like to go into the Sierra Madre and see some authentic villages. Any suggestions?[/QUO

 

 

We arranged a private car thur Puerto Vallarta tours on the internet, It was

a taxi cab with a driver who spoke english --We had him for 4 hours

it was $130 that included tip. he took us where we wanted to go--

tour 0f city--shopping--lunch at CHicos PARADISE (REALLY NEAT 30-40 mins.

out of town). This car we got could fit three in==brand new and nice.

 

Look on thee internet--google it.

 

Big Green

 

 

 

it was Chicos Paradise-- checked the car again it was $30 hour anywhere.

 

 

Big Green

Has anyone just taken a taxi and done a tour of the hidden Mexico in PV? Is this a bit risky? We would like to go into the Sierra Madre and see some authentic villages. Any suggestions?[/QUO

 

 

We arranged a private car thur Puerto Vallarta tours on the internet, It was

a taxi cab with a driver who spoke english --We had him for 4 hours

it was $130 that included tip. he took us where we wanted to go--

tour 0f city--shopping--lunch at Cocos PARADISE (REALLY NEAT 30-40 mins.

out of town). This car we got could fit three in==brand new and nice.

 

Look on thee internet--google it.

 

Big Green

I believe it was in the dailies..

Big Green

On our last cruise on the Spirit-- spring 2008-- they asked that if anyone was intereseted that you could fill out a card( a raffel) to dine with one of the ships officers including the captain on one special night-- we really

liked the hotel director so we put his name down and we dined with him along with another couple in the main dining room along with all the officers with other guests at other tables-- this was really a nice thing to do. Since the hotel director is in charge of all the food, cabins, entertainment etc-- you can imagine the service we received at our table that night in the main dining room.

Big Green