ggTexasGal

Yes, the LARGE balconies are on deck 8. The balconies on other decks can vary by location/deck. Note: I have seen multiple posts that list deck 8 balconies at approximately 9' x 12'.

Yes! (from T&C's): A Dining Upgrade meal in Food Republic, Pincho, Sushi and Wasabi includes 4 menu items.

DH & I have used the laundry many times. Even though the bags are now smaller than previous version, we have been able to send his and my jeans, along with pairs of socks, and multiple assorted shirts.

From Current Promo: CruiseFirst certificates are only valid for sailings of six (6) days or longer. CruiseFirst certificates satisfy full deposit requirement for stateroom categories up to and including Club Balcony Suite or can be applied as partial payment towards higher categories. CruiseFirst certificates are not combinable with CruiseNext, Chartered sailings, Employee discounts, Friends and Family pricing, Sailaway, Interline and Travel Agent Rates.

Deposits are per stateroom, NOT per number of guests!

https://www.ncl.com/terms/cruisefirst Per the above link's stated terms and conditions (see #10 specifically), 1 CruiseFirst certificate does satisfy the required deposit (prior to 120 days) "for stateroom categories up to and including Club Balcony Suite or can be applied as partial payment towards higher categories."

Guest number 1 receives the credits. Terms & Conditions state this perk is NOT transferable.

In fact, you don't become Platinum UNTIL your cruise is over, because, points are posted to your account(s) after the cruise is completed! As for your questions, I highly recommend that you take a look at: https://www.ncl.com/latitudes-rewards-program (and/or visit the Cruise Next Desk onboard)! The importance of these perks can be vary vastly for each individual.

You will NOT be included in Haven access (with a "possible exception" IF the Captain's Party takes place there)! Your breakfasts/lunches would take place in only one of the two restaurants. YES, Priority embarkation, tendering and disembarkation are available. Yes, Nespresso set-up in suite.

For my own satisfaction, I wouldn't wait beyond 48 hours pre-cruise. However, the drink package can be upgraded onboard on the first (or second) day, if that is a consideration for you.

If your account shows you as SILVER status (with 20 - 44 points), then you are eligible for 10% off Shore Excursion bookings. More info available (when signed into your account) using link below. https://www.ncl.com/latitudes-rewards-program

So true! We don't travel with any children, so I forget about all the little add-ons that others might want. I imagine the list for a family's wants can be quite daunting (and costly)!

NCL's website can be confusing!!! Many cruisers use terms picked-up from other cruise lines, so sometimes that can make things easily misunderstood. It's often the little things that can be daunting. Therefore, I try to fill my time between home, family time, and travel with navigating NCL..LoL! Your posts always make me smile!

Laura, my apologies for my mistaken post. Hopefully the account clips give you a better understanding of how to get what you want to pre-book. However, I don't recall there being a place to enter your CC info for ONBOARD purposes until you do your actual CHECK-IN at 21 days! Ask if you have further ???s

So, true, definitely a misunderstanding on my part!

Many of those things are not done via CHECK-IN! I hope this (below) helps!!! However: 1) Log into your account. 2) View Reservation. 3) Select Explore and Plan. See below... (Notice some of the items below are where you may pre-purchase things you have listed!) 3) 36Spa & Thermal Suite 13Internet & Photo Packages 90Gifts & More

Pre-Covid, we all could Pre-Register for upcoming cruises. Sadly, Covid changed our lives in this area as well! NOBODY can pre-register on NCL before the 21 Day pre-cruise period has commenced. Not even the Pre-cruise concierge will be able to help you with that!

Here are the current Dining Terms and Conditions, which can be found on NCL @ https://www.ncl.com/about/terms-and-conditions/promotions Applicable to guests 1-2 on the reservation Dining package is applicable to guest ages 2 and older Package prices are subject to change Guest is responsible for 20% gratuities on the retail value of the Specialty Dining Package prior to cruise 20% gratuities on the retail value of the Specialty Dining Package are included when booking through the Australia office For Casino booked reservations – promotion code CASFAS will be added under referral code CASUPALL on sail lengths 7 nights or longer for Balcony and above staterooms Packages are based on a per meal basis Any Harvest Caye bars, restaurants, or venues, The Bake Shop, Ice Cream Bar, Gelato, specialty items in the Asian restaurant, Special Occasion/Holiday menus (New Year's, Christmas, etc.), Jazz Brunch, Wine Lovers and Murder Mystery lunches, and beverages are not included as part of the Specialty Dining Packages Guests are permitted to pre-reserve specialty dining with entertainment included However, the guest is responsible to pay the full retail value If the guest chooses to use the reservation as part of their specialty dining package, they will need to make these arrangements once onboard Specialty Dining Packages include one main course per person at Cagney's and Le Bistro Additional main courses will be charged at the a la carte price listed on the menu There is no minimum or maximum to the number of meals that can be redeemed in a day, however each meal is counted towards the package

For those seeking more history of $2 bills: https://www.uscurrency.gov/denominations/2

^^^ TRUE!!! ^^^

Latitudes - Loyalty Program Our Representatives would be happy to help you with the following: Look up your Latitudes number Let you know what Latitudes tier you are in Advise you about your Latitudes member benefits Update your contact information For our Ambassador members, please call 866.625.1160 (Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 6:30 pm ET)

Just a note of caution: NCL tends to have "NON" and "Refundable" on separate lines on their Amenities Invoice. You might want double-check yours to be certain. 😉

I encourage you to re-check occasionally when onboard. For various reasons, people do cancel them!

Correct!

@BirdTravels Is correct! Just note: If any REFUNDABLE OBC remains on your account, you will be directed to receive your CASH refund, within 24 hours of disembarkation, at the Guest Services desk!