2010_cruisers Posted October 22, 2010 Author #226 Share Posted October 22, 2010 hiya - Betsey - have a great trip Betsy see u the following week Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2010_cruisers Posted October 25, 2010 Author #227 Share Posted October 25, 2010 Heads up! We were just on the Epic and in O'Sheehan's they sell pitchers of beer for $15.81 including gratuity. Any beer. We always drank Newcastle, but our receipts showed them ringing up whatever brand they seemed to feel like. These are full size pitchers, too! 2 large drafts (22 oz) were $13.69 with gratuity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erdoran Posted October 25, 2010 #228 Share Posted October 25, 2010 So how much beer is in the pitcher compared to the 22 oz large drafts? Is that 64 oz?? Might be a true bargain, which is almost unheard of on a cruise! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2010_cruisers Posted October 26, 2010 Author #229 Share Posted October 26, 2010 (edited) erdoran This was tip...I added it...I still need clarity on it. also...but it sounds good enough for em to investigate it on on my cruise this week end...ok. PS If anyone knows the answer - please step up and let us know thanks Edited October 26, 2010 by 2010_cruisers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2010_cruisers Posted October 26, 2010 Author #230 Share Posted October 26, 2010 hulakaren said Yes, that is the point. Basically you can get 64 ounces of beer for about $2 more than 44 oz of beer. Granted that would be nicer if your gf drank beer, but maybe if you meet some people on the cruise you can split it with your new friends. We did! We went to the meet and greet and had a blast with everyone from there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2010_cruisers Posted October 27, 2010 Author #231 Share Posted October 27, 2010 HOLA HOLLA y'all. In 4 days I will be on this great ship and I will come back with my review.Thank you EVERYONE - old and new, for any controbuti0ons, rebuttals, changes and clarifications for the tips. I am hearing that many versions of this went out and it has even grown to 7-8 pages for some people. We have all become TIPZILLA's!...WOW. So, again from the bottom of my heart to your thank you and please keep sharing. Bon voyage everyone1 :):):) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rock Chick Posted October 27, 2010 #232 Share Posted October 27, 2010 I hope you have a fabulous cruise. You do realise that we all expect you to try and test out each one of these tips and hints, dont you? ;) Especially the 64oz beer pitcher!! :D Have a great time and we all look forward to hearing a few more tips from you when you get back. :) Bon Voyage Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erdoran Posted October 27, 2010 #233 Share Posted October 27, 2010 I agree with RockChick--enjoy!!!! And do report back on the beer pitcher tip, and what kinds of beer other than the very basics that can be bought for that price! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miniwheat Posted October 28, 2010 #234 Share Posted October 28, 2010 Getting some great idea's from all of you, I leave in 92 days, I hope for more info. Thanks:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2010_cruisers Posted November 9, 2010 Author #235 Share Posted November 9, 2010 no bartender ANYWHERE honored the beer pitcher...bunk, bs, false. 6 beers deal only - sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2010_cruisers Posted November 9, 2010 Author #236 Share Posted November 9, 2010 re: EPIC - NCL Shore Excursions ** If it looks too good to be true it may be, ok...plus *** Be aware that the quoted prices on the TV and a confirmation from the staff does not mean that the price is correct. The only correct price is the one on the computers at the excursion desk. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davechipp74 Posted November 9, 2010 #237 Share Posted November 9, 2010 no bartender ANYWHERE honored the beer pitcher...bunk, bs, false. 6 beers deal only - sorry. so sorry to hear that, welcome back, looking foward to any new tips/your review :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silkhair1 Posted December 29, 2010 #238 Share Posted December 29, 2010 Bringing this back for all the new posters looking for info on the Epic! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silkhair1 Posted December 30, 2010 #239 Share Posted December 30, 2010 Getting pretty excited about my time on the Epic!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wkdfinstardboarde Posted January 16, 2011 #240 Share Posted January 16, 2011 :D Any other good tips or secrets? This is my 10th cruise and first time on NCL. How is the gay scene? How is the spa? Leaving Miami March 5 for the Western Caribbean. Anyone else (gay) on my sailing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustCruizeIt59 Posted January 16, 2011 #241 Share Posted January 16, 2011 :D Any other good tips or secrets? This is my 10th cruise and first time on NCL. How is the gay scene? How is the spa?Leaving Miami March 5 for the Western Caribbean. Anyone else (gay) on my sailing? Please go to your roll call for your sailing date to find out. They do have Friends of Dorothy that meet up every evening in the jazz club. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavyB Posted January 16, 2011 #242 Share Posted January 16, 2011 :D Any other good tips or secrets? This is my 10th cruise and first time on NCL. How is the gay scene? How is the spa?Leaving Miami March 5 for the Western Caribbean. Anyone else (gay) on my sailing? I was wondering the same thing about the gay scene. I don't know about NCL but I know a lot of other ships the Friends of Dorothy meetings, either nobody shows up or they're inconvenient. Any help would be greatly appreciated. BTW - This thread has got to be the most useful thread I've seen on cruise critic. Thanks everyone for the suggestions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjbdtz Posted January 17, 2011 #243 Share Posted January 17, 2011 I was wondering the same thing about the gay scene. I don't know about NCL but I know a lot of other ships the Friends of Dorothy meetings, either nobody shows up or they're inconvenient. Any help would be greatly appreciated. BTW - This thread has got to be the most useful thread I've seen on cruise critic. Thanks everyone for the suggestions. On the Spirit, two weeks ago, there were about 10 regulars who came to the FOD meetings. In our experience they're USUALLY well attended. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpg Posted February 19, 2011 #244 Share Posted February 19, 2011 Just adding a post to reactivate this thread which is awesome for people who will be sailing on the Epic for the first time. Go back a page (or two) to the most current list of Alphabetical tips for the Epic. It's a great list compiled over many months by many different travelers. I disagree with a few tips, one of which is that children should not attend the Cirque Dreams show or the Magician's show. My kids loved BOTH shows! Cirque Dreams was their favorite show of the entire cruise. And the food was good, contrary to what others have said! Enjoy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rascalrider Posted May 1, 2011 #245 Share Posted May 1, 2011 I would like to see a list of FREE (included in ticket price) and EXTRA CHARGE restaurants and cafes and EXTRA CHARGE onboard activities and entertainment. That would help all cruisers to avoid "sticker shock" at the end of the cruise when the final bill is presented. I have listed a few below as picked up from others comments, but I have not yet cruised on Epic so I can not verify their accuracy. Those who have experienced Epic, please make corrections and additions. We know that we have to budget $12 per day, per person for gratuities. RESTAURANTS: Included in ticket price: Taste Atrium Cafe (except specialty coffees) Garden Cafe O'Sheehans (milkshakes extra) Spice H2O has empanadas and other munchies Extra charge: Cagney's Le Bistro Moderno Pizza delivery ~ $5 ACTIVITIES: Extra charge: Bowling at BLISS ~ $5 per person / per game Cirque show and dinner ~ $20 balcony seating Murder Mystery Lunch POSH sun bathing area ~ $15 per day Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itzhappyme Posted May 2, 2011 #246 Share Posted May 2, 2011 This is all SO useful - on EPIC in August and will definitely print out the full list. Come on all you EPIC veterans, any more useful info?? or comments on the post above about which activities / areas are free and which incur charges? Also, any hints / tips about the kids club and activities? Thank you in anticipation ...:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephenandrew Posted May 3, 2011 #247 Share Posted May 3, 2011 Hi--first time NCL cruiser here, and just wanted to say thanks for all of the time and effort that everyone put into this post. A lot of great info all in one place. I hope I am able to return the favor for future crusiers when we get back! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iceman2a Posted May 3, 2011 #248 Share Posted May 3, 2011 (edited) I would like to see a list of FREE (included in ticket price) and EXTRA CHARGE restaurants and cafes and EXTRA CHARGE onboard activities and entertainment. That would help all cruisers to avoid "sticker shock" at the end of the cruise when the final bill is presented. I have listed a few below as picked up from others comments, but I have not yet cruised on Epic so I can not verify their accuracy. Those who have experienced Epic, please make corrections and additions. We know that we have to budget $12 per day, per person for gratuities. RESTAURANTS: Included in ticket price: Taste Atrium Cafe (except specialty coffees) Garden Cafe O'Sheehans (milkshakes extra) Spice H2O has empanadas and other munchies The Manhattan Room Extra charge: Cagney's Le Bistro Moderno Pizza delivery ~ $5 Wasabi Sushi Bar Shanghai's Chinese & Noodle Bar Teppanyaki La Cucina ACTIVITIES: Extra charge: Bowling at BLISS ~ $5 per person / per game Cirque show and dinner ~ $20 balcony seating Murder Mystery Lunch POSH sun bathing area ~ $15 per day I am sure all of these are posted somewhere in this thread, but who want's to look at every page to find them! Edited May 3, 2011 by iceman2a Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SASA13 Posted October 12, 2011 #249 Share Posted October 12, 2011 Excellent thread. Thank you all for this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KP@Sea Posted October 22, 2012 #250 Share Posted October 22, 2012 Thought I would reactivate this thread ... some great info and tips for those sailing on the Epic for the first time.... (Like me!) ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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