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Ahh, yes, we are birders and will be driving to various birding locations, mostly on the north shore. thanks

We wish to rent a car just for the day 8-5 and returning to Pier 2. We found a car at Enterprise Nimitz highway but wondered if we would need to take an uber or cab

Looking to book a car rental in Honolulu. are there rental companies that have pick up shuttles from or near Pier 2? What experience have you had renting a car for a day in Honolulu? Thank you

I totally agree with this. We are about to take our first Pinnacle class ship (Koningsdam) to Hawaii side by side with the Zaandam -Panama Canal eastbound. We have only sailed HAL's smaller ships, ie the Ryndam, Maasdam, Veendam. We LOVE the smaller ships but budget wise, the balconies are a huge jump in price. There just aren't that many of them. The verandahs on the bigger ships are more affordable, but balance off with a bigger ship...I can't say take the good with the bad because clearly NONE of that is bad...but you get my drift.

So very sorry to read this. I wish you a speedy recovery and lots of prayers sent you're way. 🙏

Ohh....that must have been very discouraging. We have decided to purchase onboard and use our OBC. Will they allow you to keep all bottles from the package in the stateroom?

Thank you, this is very helpful. I assume they add an 18% gratuity to the cost of the package? The preboard purchase of the wine cellar package does not mention gratuity.

If I purchase a wine cellar package pre-board, will there be a gratuity added on to the price of the package? The booking purchase option does not mention gratuity if I purchase the package onboard will it be the same price as the preboard purchase? Forgive me if this has been asked before...i cannot put my finger on that thread. thank you

Thank you! Good to know.

Thank you, all. Very helpful info!

How soon after purchase of CC stock are you eligible to apply and obtain OBC?

Thank you for sharing your journey. We will be on the Koningsdam in January. First time cruising outside of the R class for us and a bit nervous about the size. Looking forward to your postings. Bon Voyage!

Wow, that is an interesting map tool. Thanks!

Thank you! Looks like we have options.

We will be on the Koningsdam and have one 7:30 AM excursion...not HAL but HAL has some excursions at the same time. Generally speaking, will they open the Lido or other restaurants early for those embarking on early excursions or is room service the best choice in this case? thanks

I have not been there yet but I found this website that might be helpful to you https://www.lovebigisland.com/getting-around/

We used the discounted gift cards to pay for 2 upcoming cruises. We will buy another one to pay for a wine package and/or wifi, pre-board online. Where the check out is, there is a place to use the gift card. My TA did advise that we not discard our digital certificates of the gift cards until after we return home from the cruise.

Thank you. Luggage Direct sounds like a no brainer to me. 😃

Thank you for posting this...can I presume that this flyer is current, ie pricing.

can I ask what the cost is for this service?

Sorry, I was referring to Uber use in other US and Canadian ports in general, not specifically to Hawaian ports. Good information, thanks for clarifying.

We have used Uber in other ports and intend to use it in Honolulu in February. Based on our Uber experience in other ports, they are readily available, within just a few minutes of requesting from the app. Some cities regulate where Ubers can pick up and it is often not where the Citi Taxis are located but maybe just a short block away from the taxi stand. I suggest you ask where the Uber pick up area is at the pier and order the Uber from there.

I found a list on my booking of the different wine packages available and what brands are included in each category.

Perfect. Thanks so much!

Ahh.. no, same line, different ship