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I hope rci takes better care of their diamonds & + going forward. After all it’s us they helped make them so popular.
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We were returning to the ship in Vancover & I had copies of our passports. Canadian security almost did not let us board because we did not have our passports. After quite a while when I told them to get someone from the ship so they could go to our cabin & into the safe to obtain our passports they finally let us board.
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Where was the Amex promo advertised?
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Was Elite before & Elite now stayed the same.
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Wow Loved Loved Loved it! It was beautiful had tears in my eyes glad for their happiness.
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Now that we are not permitted into Michael's Pub at night does that mean that we are going to get 1 complimentary Captain's Club cocktail hour? I loved the elite breakfast as well.
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I don't recall the old program language specifying a "nightly" complimentary cocktail hour. I can't imagine they will change it from nightly (except for first night and Captain's Reception Party night) to once per cruise. Why is everybody so pessimistic?
When you were elite on the old program you could go to Michael's Pub every night & have cocktails except embarkation & the Captains night. All I was saying it would be a come down not to have some type of venue that was offered to you like we were offered at Michael's Pub. I guess we all have to wait & see what the official status will be on Monday.
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I'am wondering what X means when they say for Elite's, Captain's Complimentary Cocktail Hour. Are we to assume then there is only 1 night for Elite's? If that is the case then that is a big come down from attending Michael's club every night to 1 night of cocktail's. I wonder how busy Michael's club will be now?
Classic
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Zenith
Membership Benefits
Our Captain's Club premier recognition and rewards program, with exclusive benefits for each membership tier, is designed to make you the center of our attention.
Preview Tier: 0 Points
As a Preview Member**, you'll receive complimentary access to our Captain's Club Loyalty Desk service center and a Captain's Club newsletter with the latest program news and information.
Classic Tier: 2-149 points
As a Classic member**, you'll receive complimentary access to our Captain's Club Celebration event. You'll also enjoy great ways to save with exclusive onboard premium offers.
Select Tier: 150-299 points
As a Select member**, you'll enjoy all the benefits of a Classic member, plus discounted Internet and laundry service specials.
Elite Tier: 300-749 points
Our Elite members** know that loyalty yields great rewards, including complimentary Internet and laundry services and complimentary Captain's Club cocktail hour.
Elite Plus Tier: 750-2999 points
Our Elite Plus members** In recognition of our most devoted Elite members, we have created Elite Plus - delivering a higher level of recognition with greater benefits, including additional beverage and specialty dining discounts, complimentary 200-minute internet package, cappuccinos, lattes, and more.
Zenith Tier: 3000+ points
Our Zenith members** The highest of Captain's Club membership - Zenith - is designed exclusively for our most loyal guests, offering the qualkity benefits and perks befitting this ultimate level of membership, such as complimentary beverage package, access to our exclusive Michael's Club Concierge Lounge, complimentary laundry, and priority seating in theate.
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I for one am sorry to see Mr. Buckelew leave Princess. Dh has used the Vet benefits as well. Princess is the only cruise line that I know of that has offered this benefit. It is our loss & somewhere in CCL's corp gain.
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Dear BBQ please accept our heartfelt condolences for such a terrible loss in your life.
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Now that she is in NY Port I hope someone takes a pic of the aft facing cabins from the outside so we all can see how she is finished.
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Does anyone on this board keep up with Florentina? Just wondering how she is doing?
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Loved sailing out of Brooklyn we found it to be the best port in the NY area regarding the speed of embarkation & disembarkation. Wish there were more sailings out of this port.
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New Concierge on the Gem...
Kadek Astawa, replacing Florrentina as of March 22, 2013
Does anyone know where Florentina is going?
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Car service? Which one did you use from Long Island? Ty
I live on LI & the only car service I use is Tran Star Executive http://www.tranexec.com I have used them for 25 years they are never late usually they are 15 mins early & have always been there to pick me up. The last time I used them was Oct for a Gem sailing.
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Michele
Thank you for the amazing review, It's nice to hear good things about NCL. We are cruising the first time with NCL in April for our honeymoon from South Hampton to NYC. I see you are from NYC any suggestions for hotels??
We tend to like Kimpton hotels and see one on Park Ave near Grand Central station is that a good area?
Any help would be appreciated
Grand Central station is a good area you are in what we call midtown, it is a good location your not far from Times Square, & if you want to go uptown to Central Park your not far either. If you do stay near Grand Central Station make sure you visit the station it sure is worth while. I just suggest you wait until the rush hour is over.
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For comfort you should go with the Garden Villa you also will have 3 bathrooms. When you divide the price up by 6 sometimes it works out less then getting 3 balcony cabins. Besides look at all of the amenities you all will be receiving as well.
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Glad you took the suite you will love the perks, plus the additional cabin space.
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My two nightmare stories was our first trip to Europe it was to Ireland. Plane was loaded sat on the turmac for hours on end only to deplane & spend our first night in a hotel in JFK airport. Aer Lingus picked up the tab worse was the next day trying to get on a flight.
My second worse nightmare was when we booked a day early to stay at the Hilton in San Juan no more flying the same day. About 3 a.m. in the morning the airline calls & says the airline is cancelling due to snow. Of course I am argueing what snow are you people crazy? Sure enoung here came the snow & JFK was shut down. The reservationst gave me an evening flight I was arguing we would be missing the ship. Called back pleaded & got us a late morning flight. Now keep in mind all the flights were all backed up & delayed due to the snow storm. Plane came in 3 hours late but ok because we still had time. Get on the plane & yes you guess it the plane had mechanical trouble, by now my nails were completely chewed down, I also forgot that PR is one hour a head of us. We finally get off the ground when the flight attendents tell us the time when we were landing that is when I realized the difference in time. There was a bunch of us on the flight that was cruising so that worked out to our advantage. When we got off the plane the people from the cruise line was waiting & gave us a choice of going with them & seeing our luggage tomorrow in ST Thomas or get the luggage & miss the book. So all of us just ran they had a bus waiting, all I can tell you the streets & buildings were just wizzing by. We get to the ship they ask DH to step in as they move the gang way he was the last to board the ship. That is when I learned never leave home without a carry on!
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This has to be the most beautifully written review I have ever read. Love the pics they were magnificent. My question to you is what camera did you use?
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If you do a search on the Ports of Call - Canada page you will find many previous reports. Just look to the right of the blue bar at the top of the page.
For Sydney, it depends upon when you are going. The two main things I recommend are Louisbourg and Baddeck.
If you are going before Oct. 15, I suggest going to see Fortress Louisbourg. The quickest, most economical way to get there is to rent a car. There are many posts about this. You can also reserve a taxi or probably pick one up at the dock. The ship's tours from what I have read do not give you enough time. Once you are inside the Fortress you will not need a guide, as people acting the roles of actual people who lived in Louisbourg in 1744 will explain things. If you go there, try to have lunch or at least a drink in the pub.
http://www.pc.gc.ca/eng/lhn-nhs/ns/louisbourg/index.aspx
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fortress_of_Louisbourg
If it is after Oct. 15 and/or you would like a fairly short scenic drive, then I would rent a car and go to Baddeck and Iona, returning to Sydney another way. This will take you around the scenic Bras D'Or lakes (really an inlet of the sea).
In Baddeck you can see the Alexander Graham Bell Museum and walk around the village. There are shops and restaurants there.
In Iona (which is one of the most beautiful places I have been) you can tour the Highland Village.
http://museum.gov.ns.ca/hv/en/home/default.aspx
For Corner Brook, you could rent a car and drive into Gros Morne National Park. The scenery is beautiful.
I will be in Sydney on Thurs Oct 18 7 A.M.- 3 P.M. would you still recommend going to Fortress Louisbourg? Can we get a taxi or car service to take us there & back to the ship? What would you think the cost might be? If we do not go to the Fortress can we get a cab or car service to take us to Baddeck & Iona? Do you have any recommendations for cab or car service? Thanks
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I buy travel insurance but from an outside souce not the crusie lines. I highly recommend buying travel insurance. It is better to be safe then sorry you can never tell what can happen.
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To the OP thanks for the well written review do you remember what time Cagney's opened up for breakfast?
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Looking for help with excursions for Corner Brook 8:00-5:00 & Sydney 7:00-3:00 we will be sailing to these ports for the first time in the fall. Need help with what we should see & what not to miss. Thanks
Huge brawl on the Legend, with video.
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Yes this happened on a Carnival ship, can this happen on another cruise line? Yes. One of the problems I have is when I pay for my cruise a part of my payment should include security for my safety. It’s up to whatever cruise line to provide that to me! After 30 cruises I’ve seen a lot of different instances but must admit this is just horrible.