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I agree with other posters that there's no reason to skip Teppanyaki as a solo - there's no sharing between individuals. Also, I've seen a number of posts saying that the steak there has gone down hill. I had it last month and it was great. I have no comparison to the past cuts used; and, no doubt, the beef could vary from one cruise to the next in quality. There's also a number of comments on Cagney's talking about decreased beef quality. Maybe so. But we ate there twice recently and had the filet mignon - quite good.

You can. Just delete all of the text and exit the page (maybe after a save button).

That wasn't me - Graphicguy said that.

You didn't start this - but that has not stopped you from participating...😉 As for your suggestions: On the Bliss a couple of weeks ago: Ganache - now and then spotted some on a pastry; Crepes - gone the way of the hash browns; brownie - don't think I saw one in 15 days; cookies - oh, you know...

You didn't start this - but that has not stopped you from participating...😉 As for your suggestions: On the Bliss a couple of weeks ago: Ganache - now and then spotted some on a pastry; Crepes - gone the way of the hash browns; brownie - don't think I saw one in 15 days; cookies - oh, you know...

I agree with your interpretation of how it should work. I do not agree with what you said about the quote from ColeThortnon - he says credited ON their first cruise over 18 - not AFTER. If the child had the requisite points before this post-18 cruise, their status is awarded on cruise day #1. Points FOR this cruise, will be added after the current cruise, as always.

Ah, yes, perfect! I had not viewed the video.

Thanks - my point exactly. I don't know what you meant by the 1:05 reference - the counters I speak of are built in - they are there 24/7.

You have well stated your position. However, kindly allow me elaborate, just a tiny bit. I am certainly not saying there is a designated drop zone or receptacle for a plate drop. What they do have, at least on the Bliss, is a counter several feet long, roughly 12-15 inches deep. Sunk into this counter are about 3 stainless steel trash containers spaced several inches apart, with just a rim resting on the counter. Now, consider there is a trash depository - fairly close to the entrance of the OL. Why would it be there? Is it not reasonable to drop a plate or a glass on that counter (absolutely not on any food service area ever)? Also, why did they create that "trash counter"? It would only be used by passengers departing the OL.Also note that the buffet has absolutely ZERO in the way of trash containers or any drop zone - thus requiring you to leave anything you have used on the tables as the only option. So, there is a slight deviation between the two facilities. The designated clean-up crew sweep this area along with the rest of the lounge. I'm not even suggesting that everyone should always bring ALL of their leavings up to the front - just that it is a possibility to do it at times.

I cant fathom why you're picking on me here for this comment. I merely was suggesting a "civilized" approach to reducing the clutter in the OL. While not having extensively eaten in the OL, I myself have left a plate or two on a table. I also dropped plates and glasses on that counter, especially when I had something on the fly and had not even sat down in the lounge. More disturbing to me, though, is why you call the place I've described as imaginary. What, you think I'm a dream-state ship designer? I appreciate sarcastic humor as much as, or more than the next guy. But your statements here are gratuitously inappropriate. I've had a great deal of respect for your posts on this board and agree with most of what you've written and admire your extensive cruise knowledge - until now.

So, YOU'VE never seen one - I have. That's not counted among the others I've seen. Big piles? No. But it is an appropriate spot to dump your stuff - not in anyone's way; not scattered about. The McD reference (perhaps a bad analogy) simply referred to cleaning up after yourself.

How about the spot upfront with the trash receptacles and a bit of counter area surrounding them. You do it at McDonalds (etc.). No need to leave all of the clutter around a lounging area.

Yup. Came up short on those conditions.

Got it. Silly me, I only checked the T&C page.

Interesting. I did not see any reference to that on the NCL Latitudes page.

Why does your son not have his own platinum? If he sailed all of those cruises, they should have given him the credits. I'm not aware of any age requirement.

The Club Balcony plate we received last month had 4 cookies - and 4 varieties. Choc, chip, oatmeal raisin, chocolate & plain.

Sure they can - and do. There are luxury level lines that include all you mention in their cruise fare. It's all a numbers game. Obviously, if every user of the FAS package slugged down 15+ shots per day, NCL's price would go up - or they would drop the program as it is currently set up. The money has to come from somewhere.

Sure it's free: FREE*

Get an ice bucket. Keep the pack(s) in the ice bucket inside the fridge. That will maximize the time that the freeze will last. The steward will refill the bucket daily. If you ask, possibly he will do it twice. Aside from that, you can replenish the ice as you like by getting it at the buffet.

Ooh - sounds like another attack on the environment... Save the towel animals!

Just cruised last month. I brought 2 empty 1/2 liter bottles onboard. You can fill them at the buffet dispenser (using a plastic glass to transfer the liquid) or fill from your cabin sink tap (I did mostly at the buffet but a few times in the cabin. The water is fine - probably more pure than most bottled stuff on the market.

Apologies. They just opened a new shop close to me. The chocolate lava is crazy good - unless it's rotate out already. Not sure what day they change the menu.

Just a bit surprised they only gave you a half - I assume in the MDR. At the buffet, you automatically get the whole one. They are not bagel shop size, but not bad (a whole one). Slightly bigger than the English muffins.

Point taken.