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I didn't make this request but....you have the calendar as "view only" so no changes can be made.

If you click, "File" and then "Make a Copy" it will create your own version that will allow you to edit it as necessary.

I am so sorry you ended up with a not-so-tour guide with Native Choice.

We did the visit with the Native family tour back in 2011. Our guide was Ivan, the founder of Native Choice that actually grew up at Chacchoben back in the 1970s! It was a phenomenal experience.

I haven't tried that before, but see if this link works!

Fantastic - you are PHENOMENAL.

Thanks! :)

Do you think you could post your spreadsheet to Google Drive that way we can all access it via a link? I am LOVING your review and organization!

Thank you for asking this question! A year out from weight loss surgery I want to make sure I enjoy all the food they have to offer without making myself sick!

Could you switch keycards when ordering a drink?

Nachi is my favorite in Cozumel - quiet, peaceful, and all inclusive!

The PDF HERE lists most of the options for B/L/D. There are a few mistakes, however. Bayamo wasn't open for lunch but Pinchos was (PDF has it the opposite). Also, the "buffet overflow" for breakfast is sometimes in Margaritaville but it isn't unique items. It's just a miniature version of the Garden Buffet.

 

 

It's up to you. Tip at the time or wait until the end...it doesn't matter. You can also allocate funds using Guest Services. Just give them the name and the amount and they will give you a receipt with the same info so that you can give it to the person listed to let them know how much you gave them. You can even use OBC for it.

Thanks for sharing that link. It looks like the Gem (among others) do not have a Haven restaurant. Do the Haven guests have breakfast/lunch options in another restaurant or private access bar options?

See post 8 from attached discussion for the Garden Villa Differentiators from normal suites.

 

 

 

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2520747

Thank you for attaching that. Very informative and good to know. If I'm going to spend this much money I want to make sure I know exactly what I'm paying for.

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There are haven suites on the Gem (Jewel Class), but not the same as the new bigger ships. There is also the Garden Villa which is a 3 BR suite. It has just a bit more. Other than being in the highest end suite on the ship, about the only other thing is a few bottles of booze and water/mixers.

 

 

 

How many people are sailing with you?

There are 7 people going. We were just going to get a Haven room for ourselves but then realized our guests wouldn't enjoy the amenities so that's why we are exploring the Garden Villa. We will have the UBP so the bottles of liquor are no big deal.

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For some strange reason, NCL makes this needlessly difficult to find.

 

http://www.pdf.ncl.eu/australia/TheHavenBrochure.pdf

 

 

Yes, it's an Oz version, but its accurate enough for what you're looking for.

This is exactly what I was looking for. Thank you!

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Hi everyone - last time I sailed I was in an aft penthouse suite on the Spirit in 2011. There was no Haven and everyone at the suite level got the same perks (I believe).

However, reading through here it seems things have changed a bit. My husband and I (recently married) are planning a family trip in about a year and want to book the Garden Villa (on the Gem) for us and a few others.

What exactly does that include, other than butler and concierge service? Do we get extra liquor? Bottled water? Dry cleaning? Limo service to the airport?

I can't seem to find a definitive answer anywhere. Thanks for any help!

PBR is the cheapest of the lot in USA - I hope it's something else! :P

Brilliant review - very well written. I felt like I was there! I never thought about a cruise to Cuba before, but now I am! :)

We were on an aft balcony (Gemini Suite - Norwegian Spirit) and it was very private. If we were docked, people could see through the transparent half-wall, but at sea, very private.

Belize has 2 pharmacies located in the "port" once you tender in. Both were very busy while I was there and were letting people sample their ointment cream for aches.

I made two purchases for medicines that I used and did not have a prescription with me. I had no issues getting back on the ship or going through customs.

Will do -- thanks again for the positive attitude.

NCL's Friends of Dorothy gatherings are generally unhosted social events where fellow GLBTQ members show up and just strike up conversation with each other. Each ship holds it in different venues though so you do have to check your FreeStyle daily. On the Epic it was at the Shaker's Martini Bar, on the Spirit it's at Mahrini's Bar (on the other side of the casino on Deck 7 forward) and on the Jewel it's at the Star Bar.

 

Just bring your extroverted self and have a great time. I do hope you have some fellow GLBT folks on your sailing. I've only been on one sailing where it was a dud and that was quite boring in the disco too! :eek:

 

You'll have a great time! What ship are you sailing on?

I'm on the Spirit on 7/24/11 (New Orleans). I started a roll call about 10 days ago but no replies as of yet :eek:

Thanks for the quick reply! All of the friends that you did things with, you met on the cruise or you had pre-established relationships with?

While I don't have the history that you all have, being a history buff I love reading these memories.

Thanks :)

Jake - what do they do at the FOD meetings?