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9 minutes ago, elliotlake12 said:

what is NFC?

NFC stands for Near Field Communication.  Basically, it means that the card just has to be "near" the reader for the 2 of them to communicate and unlock the door.

33 minutes ago, ceilidh1 said:

Sadly, my place is exempt from the tenancy act as it is part of "subsidized housing" even though I don't qualify for subsidy as I make too much. This means they can raise the rent as/when they want without having to follow the rules in the act. I have always paid the full market rent on my place as I didn't get any subsidy - $2400 a month - but, as of March 1st it's increasing to $3900 a month as that is '10% lower than 3 bedrooms in the the market"...they have so many loopholes being classified as "subsidized' and no legal advocate/lawyer is interested in touching it. I might need to go to the media...

That is completely ridiculous, let alone unfair!  Going to media could be a good idea.  Good luck!!  We are all rooting for you here.

13 hours ago, ceilidh1 said:

Thanks for checking in. I'm hanging in there, but life took a plummet down the toilet this week when I got notice that my rent is going up an additional $1500 a month as of March 1st., Yes, you read that right. An ADDITIONAL $1500 a month on top of the already extortionate rent I pay. Problem is, even if I could afford to move, there is simply nowhere to go. Rentals in this city are insane. Needless to say, I'm a little freaked out right now...but hanging in there and looking forward to our short cruise on Bliss in April. Definitely can't afford it, but it was all paid for before I found out about the rent, so if I do't go, I don't get anything back anyways...

 

Hope all you lovely people are doing well!!!!

@ceilidh1 - did your landlord follow the proper procedures around this rent increase (including the minimum 3 month notice)?  

https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/housing-tenancy/residential-tenancies/during-a-tenancy/rent-increases

@AlohaLivin - WOW!!!  I just came across this thread and it sounds like you have created a really useful tool.  Could you share it me with too please? wendy_hayes68 AT hotmail DOT com.

Thanks in advance!!! 

On 9/27/2019 at 9:23 AM, pebbles1102 said:

Hi All and Happy Friday,

 

Attached is a copy of my Son's movie that he worked on.  They are grouped in teams and only have 48 hours to complete everything, i.e. filming, editing, all post production.  Any way out of 8 teams, his team came in second.

My son is not in the movie, he is the Key Grip(whatever that means, I think it has something to do with managing the camera equipment).  I'm sure I will learn all of the movie jargon as he makes his way through his Film Production Major.

 

Any way Enjoy and thanks for watching!

 

 

Wow!!!  I loved it.  Excellent quality and sound and tension and twist at the end.  Great job!!!

1 hour ago, KeithJenner said:

I don't eat Sushi, but the T&Cs say that the SDP covers 4 menu items in Food Republic, Pincho, Sushi and Wasabi.

Thanks Keith!  If I do decide to try Wasabi as part of my SDP, I will report back on how it all played out.

Does anyone know how the dining package works with Wasabi on the Epic in particular?  Is there an upcharge and then it's all-you-can-eat sushi?  Or do you get a specific amount of sushi with the package?  Or is that restaurant not an option at all?

Thanks!!

This is a great thread!!!  I have booked a cruise in March and it will be my first one as Platinum and my first one with the specialty dining package.  So this has really been most helpful!  :-)

I was wondering if anyone knew how it works with the sushi restaurant on the Epic (Wasabi) - can I use my SDP for that and how would that work?

Thanks so much!!

On 2/18/2019 at 9:51 PM, prbffd28 said:

There are 2 ping pong tables on the starboard (right side facing forward) side on the level above the pool deck, I think it would be deck 17, adjacent the big LED screen that overlooks the pool.

 

Sorry for hijacking this thread but I have a quick question for you Perry.  You said in your recent Bliss review that your brother was in Cabin 11852.  I am in that cabin next week and was wondering if you could tell me if the bed is by the balcony in that room?

Thanks!

So sorry for your loss Jamie. You have my deepest sympathies. ❤️

I would follow your Atlanta blog too Sid!!  You put so much of yourself into these reviews that we all feel like we know you and we are all rooting for you!!!

11 minutes ago, bjay3 said:

Sounds good..thanks. Just one little question - if I'm accessing the ship's wifi, how does it not use any of the minutes from my wifi package.

To access the Internet, you actually have to go to a web page and log in.  You will then be connected to the Internet. You need to make sure you log out when you are done or it will keep using up your minutes. 

To just view the information on the NCL app, you just need to be connected to the ship's WiFi but not actually logged into/accessing the Internet. 

Thanks so much twisterfreak!  And welcome back to chilly Canada!  I've appreciated your review and pictures. I look forward to seeing the dailies and the port photos!!

Safe travels!!  I am on the Bliss on March 2nd and am looking forward to hearing your observations/thoughts.

I know that the Jewel just went through a dry dock so I'm not sure how much has changed from when I sailed on her in June 2018 but I agree with david_sobe that the Spinnaker Lounge is fantastic.  We spent a LOT of time there just hanging out or playing games or doing dance classes.  A large and inviting space with huge windows so you have a great view even if you're not sitting at the window. 

I didn't like the jogging track as it gets very narrow at the back of the ship and you are constantly having to stop or move around people who are just hanging out and watching the view (this was during jogging track open hours).

I also found that O'Sheehan's wasn't as accessible and feels less open than on some of the other ships I have been on.  This is likely due to the fact that it seems to be plunked in the middle of a bunch of staterooms rather than on a floor with a number of other public areas.

I did like the fact that the casino was kind of out of the way at the front of the ship.  This meant that you didn't have to walk through it and all of its smoke on a regular basis.  Nor did the smoky smell permeate other restaurants nearby.

I also liked Bliss Lounge which was well used for games, dance classes and just dancing.  Sorry to hear that they got rid of the private karaoke rooms though as we enjoyed using those.

Overall, I enjoyed the Jewel and all the wonderful staff on-board.  I prefer the bigger ships but I wouldn't hesitate to sail her again.

Looking forward to your review Alyssa!  We are sailing the Bliss at the beginning of March and cannot wait!!!

I was considering visiting the botanical gardens as well on my upcoming stop in Nassau.  So, I would also love to hear if anyone has visited the gardens and what their thoughts were.

Is this same set of puzzles as on the Getaway? Really enjoyed the "escape room" there but wouldn't want to do the same thing again.

Thanks,

Wendy

What a fantastic idea for the gift exchange - I love it!!!! Did everyone seem to enjoy it?

We were on the Getaway about a month ago and there were also 2 days where there was a free lunch buffet at Moderno. One was Tastes of Spain and the other was Tastes of India. They were very tasty.

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The hand soap at the sink in the bathroom was liquid, which I prefer over a bar. I remember it being a green color. They did also provide a bar of soap that could be used wherever.

 

 

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Thanks for the info!!! Much appreciated.

Thanks for the review bravesfan19. It was much appreciated!

This might seem like a silly question, but was the soap in the cabin bathroom a liquid pump or bar soap (not the dispenser in the shower but what would be by the bathroom sink)?

Thanks again! :)

Thanks!

Thanks for the review and the advice Big Al!!! It was really fantastic. (y)

Did you happen to do the "Escape from the Big Tent"? And if so, what did you think?

These are fantastic!! Thanks for making them available lawgirl86 and for posting them online Knobhdy. It is much appreciated.