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3 minutes ago, scottca075 said:

 

Then you were not "winging it".

I took her to mean NOT an excursion.   not that she doesn't plan ahead lol

On 11/29/2022 at 4:01 PM, cr8tiv1 said:

 

 

 

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On 11/29/2022 at 2:23 PM, rideev said:

No problem driving around Honolulu.  Traffic not too bad.  Easy to get wherever you want.  I would definately get over to Pearl Harbour and the Arizona memorial.

it wasn't easy 2 weeks ago....traffic is very heavy

On 11/29/2022 at 1:54 PM, tmorr01 said:

We are on the Royal Princess for a January cruise to Hawai'i and it will overnight in Honolulu. I am considering renting a car for the day. Does anyone know how difficult it is to get around in the area? Is traffic OK or bad, etc. 

challenging.   we wanted to get to Walmart really quick one night...there was a parade lol    it's challenging and a GPS is necessary...

one of the guides told us there is 1 million people along with the ones who live in the city. I believe it lol

1 hour ago, scottca075 said:

 

So you arranged to get a Turo car after the ship docked in Kahului?

we arranged it ahead of time....not after docking no.  we had Turo on Oahu, Maui and the Big Island.....

On 12/7/2022 at 6:47 AM, marnie2005 said:

Looking for feedback on “ first timers “ to Hawaii! getting overwhelmed with all the tours offered on NCL’s website. We like to wing it when we arrive at a port of call , is this even a option on this cruise? Thank you🥴

also, if you do wing any of this....the GyPSy app  is indispensible!!!

On 12/7/2022 at 4:19 PM, scottca075 said:

 

"Winging it" is a very bad idea on Kauai, on Maui and in Hilo.

 

You can wing it on Oahu and in Kona.

disagree.  we winged it in Maui with a Turo car.   did 1/2 way to Hana ourselves.  also went to the Maui Gold Plantation tour. the next day  

On 12/7/2022 at 6:47 AM, marnie2005 said:

Looking for feedback on “ first timers “ to Hawaii! getting overwhelmed with all the tours offered on NCL’s website. We like to wing it when we arrive at a port of call , is this even a option on this cruise? Thank you🥴

we did a Turo car. he met us at the airport.   We drove to our accomodations.   We did the Hawaii Volcanoes Nationsl Park on our own.   Drove 1/2 way to Hana on our own.   we DiD do the Tour of Kauia and Luau which was 11 hours.  we were exhausted.   to do it over?  we would have dont the drive to Waimea canyon ourselves.  that's a long long time on a bus.    The Kalamaku Luau was good.  free Mai ti's 🙂     we also did Pearl Harbor on our own...drove Turo the whole trip other than the 2 excursions.  we got the Passport and it was worth it!   The Missouri is included as is a couple of museums.

1 hour ago, allready said:

Was on the Joy for the last trip to Bermuda this season. It was Okay.  The ship was clean., other travelers were great and friendly. Our room steward was lovely. 

What stunk:
entertainment was extremely lacking!  The ticketing system sucks.  We saw the same comedian 3x in 5 days because basically not much else on board to watch.  Footloose was cancelled with no reason given.  The new Elements show was Ok. Not our thing.  

Guest services was kind of ridiculous, couldn't resolve an issue.  The cruise director was in hiding :).  Never saw her do anything. Casino slots were frustrating more than normal. 

Food was boring!  Must do speciality dining.

 

Spa was nice but overpriced!

The good:
Cagneys was amazing.  
The pool decks  were really nice, loved Spice H2O to chill and beautiful aft view.  Watching USA I n the World Cup on the pool deck was just exciting -- alot of energy. 

go-karts - OK, just dont go at night if chilly, as mask will fog up and can't see anything. 7D movie didnt work right, but clever. Alot of VR activities for extra $

 

Not sure we would travel it again. We have had better experiences on other ships & cruise lines. 

 

 

so, it HAS the spa?  is there a spa pass?

just got back from the Pride of America on Dec 3rd.they had the cards

also this......

13 hours ago, NJRonbo said:

 

True.  However, this is a cruise forum and I generally don't go to foreign beaches with my iPhone unless I am arriving by ship or otherwise.

Just looking to see how some cruisers are protecting their valuables.

Thanks for the help

I will be using a waterproof case that goes around my neck.  Passport and phone in it

1 hour ago, BirdTravels said:

Yes. You can use the computers in the internet cafe. 

thank you!

If i have the unlimited package, can i use their computers in their room?  

when i bid i checked the "use future cruise credit " box .  less chance of getting the upgrade?  am i overthinking this?

on the website,  it says reservations are not able to be made.  With less dining options, i hope we'll be able to make reservations for Skyline when on the ship

I have looked on NCL's website, and of course, can't figure out how to cancel someone on our reservation. I wish they would revamp their website. I can't ever find anything.  I will call today probably but till then....one of our people on the cruise can't go.  Does he have to be sick?  or can they just decide not to go?   I searched HERE on the boards, and still couldn't find an answer.  also looked on my reservation.

when I booked originally, I did the excursion, and didn't want the Free at Sea unlimited bar....is it too late to change my mind?

I will be calling tomorrow, but was just wondering if anyone had ever changed their minds on this

On 8/27/2022 at 2:39 PM, BennyBrun said:

Embarkation Day..

the Wi-Fi speed is leaving me speechless… perhaps I had such a low expectations but wow it’s much faster than the Jade than the Dawn than the Epic!

I paid $85 for the upgraded wifi and had screamin fast internet in May on the Bliss 🙂  (the whole week)

is there a board for reviewing excursions, like there is ships?

oops! I did have to pay.  I paid extra in case I have to cancel 

4 hours ago, valleyvillage said:

For additional details on the prearranged rental program for wheelchairs, scooters and other medical equipment, please contact our authorized vendor. Please note that the other vendors will not have access to Norwegian ships:

Scootaround

Phone: (toll-free) 888-441-7575 or 204-982-0657

Fax: 204-478-1172

www.scootaround.com

They will know the size of the scooter and your suite.

I just ordered one ahead of time. don't even have to pay yet  🙂    pretty sure I'll use it if I have it 

On the Bliss in May, i wish I would have rented a scooter...have an extremely bad knee, and that ahip is HUGE and i had to walk far.  

fast forward to November....my next cruise to Hawaii....i keep hearing I'll be off the ship more than on.  should i get one this time?  we only have 3 in our cabin, would the thing even fit?  I'll probably rent one but I'm just undecided😝

OMG I can't believe this is a thing🤣🤪🤣🤣🤣🤣

thank you