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Bringing diet soda on for medically approved diet?
graphicguy replied to cruiseagona's topic in Norwegian Cruise Line
That’s the first thought I had. Lots of powdered water flavorings, including orange. As mentioned, this is a flavor preference, not medically required! -
Solo on the Sun to Alaska June 7-17 2024
graphicguy replied to lepidoptera's topic in Norwegian Cruise Line
Thanks! Been to Seattle many times. I like it. -
Solo on the Sun to Alaska June 7-17 2024
graphicguy replied to lepidoptera's topic in Norwegian Cruise Line
Loving this review and your pics. I'm thinking my next cruise to Alaska is going to be on one of NCL's small ships. They all look like the perfect size for Alaska. -
So, just got the 2nd safety letter of the week.. I know...dial 9-1-1 for emergencies, this is the way you put on your life vest, here's the whistle, go to your muster station.......etc, etc, etc. Wonder how many more of these I'll get before we are actually on our way? 😉 Jun 14, 2024 Dear Valued Guests and Travel Partners, We are delighted you will join us onboard Norwegian Joy very soon. We are doing everything we can to make your experience truly spectacular. To that end, we are requiring all guests to re-watch the pre-boarding safety video, which you first viewed during online check-in, before you set sail. This will ensure a smooth embarkation process at the pier. The video can be found here. We appreciate your cooperation and we look forward to welcoming you aboard! Katty Byrd, Senior Vice President, Guest Services
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Weather's looking good for sailaway... Sun 16 | Day 77° 1% E 6 mph Generally sunny despite a few afternoon clouds. High 77F. Winds light and variable. Humidity43% UV Index9 of 11 Sunrise5:24 am Sunset8:29 pm Sun 16 | Night 64° 7% S 6 mph Mostly clear skies. Low 64F. Winds light and variable. Humidity69% UV Index0 of 11 Moonrise3:19 pm Waxing Gibbous Moonset1:54 am
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Thanks. That makes sense. While I do not think anyone has yet to be charged the VAT on NCL cruises, I'm thinking they will show it on a receipt for drinks (and food) if they ever do. As mentioned, the only time I saw the signs were on my Mediterranean cruise last Oct and only in Spanish waters. They ended up not charging them and the Capt sent out a letter stating as much, along with a brief explanation that the charges were a result in a change in Spanish law in charging VAT. Spain apparently is getting a bit greedy. But nonetheless, on one has been charged the VAT regardless of the signs.
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And, of course, the first of MANY safety videos that will grace my emails and my cabin TV before we sail.... Jun 13, 2024 Dear Valued Guests and Travel Partners, We are delighted you will join us onboard Norwegian Joy very soon. We are doing everything we can to make your experience truly spectacular. To that end, we are requiring all guests to re-watch the pre-boarding safety video, which you first viewed during online check-in, before you set sail. This will ensure a smooth embarkation process at the pier. The video can be found here. We appreciate your cooperation and we look forward to welcoming you aboard! Katty Byrd, Senior Vice President, Guest Services
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I don't know if I am lucky or have pleased the deity, but an upgrade for my flights just came through....these were cheap flights when I booked them (less than $300). Be On Your Way, The Medallion® Way It's our pleasure to confirm your Complimentary Upgrade. Your itinerary is below for more information – you can view and make changes anytime Sunday June 16 DEPART ARRIVE SEAT Delta 5110 Operated by Endeavor Air DBA Delta Connection First Class Cincinnati, Ohio 7:15 am LaGuardia, New York 9:17 am 4C Sunday June 23 DEPART ARRIVE SEAT Delta 5030 Operated by Endeavor Air DBA Delta Connection Delta Comfort+® LaGuardia, New York 2:15 pm Cincinnati, Ohio 4:27 pm 7C
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Not following the idea of VAT… particularly in Spain. I can only report on my experiences. Was charged VAT on my purchases in Spain. The VAT was shown on my receipts. They were separate line items. Don’t know Spain’s process in charging VAT, let alone the other European countries’ policies. I can tell you my receipts showed the VAT as part of the price of whatever I purchased, whether from a land based store or on the ship while in Spanish waters…docked in Spain. I assume the land based stores operate within Spain’s laws, as do the cruise lines, whether they put the VAT as part of the fare or whether they break it out as a separate line item. It makes no sense to break Spain’s VAT laws by the stores in Spain or the cruise lines who dock there. To recover the VAT, I showed the taxes charged on my receipts for a refund when returning to the U.S. So, if you buy something in Spain, and the VAT is not shown on the receipt or is included in the fare, the guests from the U.S. CAN NOT recover the VAT at customs. THAT I would not LIKE!!!!! Bit those of you who live in Europe who pay the VAT as part of the fare or as broken out as a separate line item, none of this matters. You have to pay for it either way, and can’t recover it! Don’t know how to add any more given I’m coming from the U. S. and can recover the VAT!
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TxTeach79's Pearl European Adventure LIVE - 6/24
graphicguy replied to TxTeach79's topic in Norwegian Cruise Line
Oh Boy...spent many an hour there trying to numb the wait for the flight home. -
Where will NCL cut costs/raise revenue next?
graphicguy replied to yakcruiser's topic in Norwegian Cruise Line
Seriously...I hope you find a new favorite line on HAL. Sailed them and they're just not my cup of tea.....at all!!!!! -
Where will NCL cut costs/raise revenue next?
graphicguy replied to yakcruiser's topic in Norwegian Cruise Line
Yeah.......but it's........well......you know.......HAL! 🙂