Cruisedeacon Posted October 22, 2011 #1 Share Posted October 22, 2011 Need to know if there is a microwave that the public can use while on the SPIRIT... my wife is on a special diet that requires her to use a microwave for some of the food... anyone help???:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j-9 Posted October 22, 2011 #2 Share Posted October 22, 2011 NCL has a department called the access desk. This department does their best to make crusing accessible to people with all sorts of needs, including dietary. http://www.ncl.com/nclweb/cruiser/cmsPages.html?pageId=AccessibleCruising I don't think I have ever seen a microwave and I wouldn't expect to as there are restrictions on what trypes of food you can bring on board, as well as it would likely be a fire hazard, as well as difficult to keep sanitary. I suggest you call the access desk and see what they can do to assist you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silkhair1 Posted October 22, 2011 #3 Share Posted October 22, 2011 I would call NCL also to see what they say that can help you. I know there is a department for dietary needs. Good luck and let us know what you find out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisedeacon Posted October 23, 2011 Author #4 Share Posted October 23, 2011 thanks will call and let you both know...:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms belp Posted October 23, 2011 #5 Share Posted October 23, 2011 No microwave. No fridge unless you ask. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisinMaterial Posted October 23, 2011 #6 Share Posted October 23, 2011 Need to know if there is a microwave that the public can use while on the SPIRIT... my wife is on a special diet that requires her to use a microwave for some of the food... anyone help???:) I know as part of the Norwegian Spirit's renovations in the recent dry dock that they added a small kitchen area to the Raffles Court which included a microwave (according to a good source onboard the ship). They do have them but for crew usage. The voltage in the cabin wouldn't be able to support one being in there. I would call the dietary department and ask and make contact with the Executive Chef when you board or Guest Relations to work out the details. I don't forsee there being any problem as long as it's during normal dining times (ie, not at 1AM). Do report back on your progress. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spacepotatoes Posted October 23, 2011 #7 Share Posted October 23, 2011 No microwave. No fridge unless you ask. Unless something has changed recently, there are fridges available in many staterooms. You just may have to ask your room steward to empty the mini-bar contents from it before you can use it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sauer-kraut Posted October 23, 2011 #8 Share Posted October 23, 2011 Unless something has changed recently, there are fridges available in many staterooms. You just may have to ask your room steward to empty the mini-bar contents from it before you can use it. I thought the SPIRIT was the only NCL ship that DOES NOT have a fridge because of the wonky electrical system. Have they upgraded some cabins? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rvsullivan Posted October 23, 2011 #9 Share Posted October 23, 2011 No fridges on Spirit, a few for medical needs, i.e. insulin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michelle028 Posted October 23, 2011 #10 Share Posted October 23, 2011 Unless something has changed recently, there are fridges available in many staterooms. You just may have to ask your room steward to empty the mini-bar contents from it before you can use it. Hi everyone Staying in a OV room on the GEM. Does it have a bar fridge? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisinMaterial Posted October 23, 2011 #11 Share Posted October 23, 2011 Hi everyone Staying in a OV room on the GEM. Does it have a bar fridge? Norwegian Gem does have a fridge in all the cabins. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spacepotatoes Posted October 24, 2011 #12 Share Posted October 24, 2011 I thought the SPIRIT was the only NCL ship that DOES NOT have a fridge because of the wonky electrical system. Have they upgraded some cabins? Sorry, I somehow missed that this was specifically for the Spirit, not the fleet in general! Yes, Spirit is the only one without fridges. Must read more carefully next time :o:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisedeacon Posted October 25, 2011 Author #13 Share Posted October 25, 2011 wow... got the answer but not what I had hoped for... the young lady I spoke to advised she would try and get an answer for me... took the information (do I need it in the room?, would the chef have to cook this food?, is it pre packaged?, would I need it more than a couple of times during the day? would it be after hours for the kitchen? ) She put me on hold for a very short period of time .... returned and advised that they were unable to accomodate us in any fashion... Hmmm... DW is trying to make herself healthy by sticking with a medically prescribed diet folks... How about a little help... I do understand there a rules.... but really...:( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisedeacon Posted October 25, 2011 Author #14 Share Posted October 25, 2011 They asked if the diet was only for the specific week of the cruise... come on.... We booked the cruise last Friday because they are trying to fill the ship... we are strong Royal Carribbean travelers.... didnt need to spend money but liked their deal... we really do like their ships... Work with me NCL....:o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
negc Posted October 25, 2011 #15 Share Posted October 25, 2011 They asked if the diet was only for the specific week of the cruise... come on.... We booked the cruise last Friday because they are trying to fill the ship... we are strong Royal Carribbean travelers.... didnt need to spend money but liked their deal... we really do like their ships... Work with me NCL....:o It may be unfortunate but if they don't or can't provide them, they can't or won't. I doubt you would get a different answer were you to ask Royal Caribbean, or most other lines, the same question. You may just have to find another vacation option. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OceanDreaming2 Posted October 25, 2011 #16 Share Posted October 25, 2011 Hmm, seems to me I've seen passengers served Kosher meals which appeared to be microwaved. Maybe not on the Spirit, though. I'd contact the access desk again and maybe get another rep to help you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
che5904 Posted October 25, 2011 #17 Share Posted October 25, 2011 wow... got the answer but not what I had hoped for... the young lady I spoke to advised she would try and get an answer for me... took the information (do I need it in the room?, would the chef have to cook this food?, is it pre packaged?, would I need it more than a couple of times during the day? would it be after hours for the kitchen? ) She put me on hold for a very short period of time .... returned and advised that they were unable to accomodate us in any fashion... Hmmm... DW is trying to make herself healthy by sticking with a medically prescribed diet folks... How about a little help... I do understand there a rules.... but really...:( They asked if the diet was only for the specific week of the cruise... come on.... We booked the cruise last Friday because they are trying to fill the ship... we are strong Royal Carribbean travelers.... didnt need to spend money but liked their deal... we really do like their ships... Work with me NCL....:o I understand you are wanting your wife to healthy. The questions you mentioned you were asked did seem to be reasonable questions. I think it is very hard for anyone to respond whether what you are asking has previously been able to be done for anyone because you give very little details so I'm not sure what it is you want with the exception of a microwave in the cabin. Which as stated earlier it doesn't seem the spirit electrical would handle it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rvsullivan Posted October 25, 2011 #18 Share Posted October 25, 2011 It's not clear what you want? A personal microwave won't work due to power issues. They can't let you use a food service microwave due to food safety issues. Depending on what it is, they might be able to heat something for you, but you've not described what it is you want heated. That could be an issue? What are you heating? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisedeacon Posted October 25, 2011 Author #19 Share Posted October 25, 2011 First of all I want to state I am not upset about this... just trying to keep my DW on her diet... She has pre packaged food that needs water added to it and microwaved for 2 mins... 4 times a day 8mins times 7 days thats it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisedeacon Posted October 25, 2011 Author #20 Share Posted October 25, 2011 I have called RCL to see if it is possible on their line... It is possible if she brings the food to the buffet area and watches them do the work... no complaints no problem Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
valleyvillage Posted October 25, 2011 #21 Share Posted October 25, 2011 ...if it would work to simply add HOT water to the pouch and wait two minutes. :confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
che5904 Posted October 25, 2011 #22 Share Posted October 25, 2011 First of all I want to state I am not upset about this... just trying to keep my DW on her diet... She has pre packaged food that needs water added to it and microwaved for 2 mins... 4 times a day 8mins times 7 days thats it OK I think I'm understanding now. Sorry NCL couldn't help you with this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happy cruzer Posted October 25, 2011 #23 Share Posted October 25, 2011 Often times the ships crew is much more service oriented than what info you get on the phone. Bring the mix and I bet they work it out for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OceanDreaming2 Posted October 25, 2011 #24 Share Posted October 25, 2011 So I'm wondering: How do they heat up baby food? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
che5904 Posted October 25, 2011 #25 Share Posted October 25, 2011 So I'm wondering: How do they heat up baby food? Thats a very good question. I personally came from a generation where nuking was not thought to be safe for babyfood and always asked in restaurants for a 1/3 coffee cup filled with boiling water to plunk the jar in to warm. But now a days I'd bet you they do. LOL OP so there's an idea. Go to the buffet personel, hand them the dish and ask if they'd mind nuking that for 2 mins for your "little darling". They'd be no wiser whether you were talking about your wife or a little one with you. They'd probably just think it was a baby food dish they never seen. ;) Sorry I realize this is not a laughing matter to you or your wife but just grasping at straws to a fix. Actually I agree with the one poster who stated what they do on board is different than what you are told on land. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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