guimiami Posted February 6, 2014 #151 Share Posted February 6, 2014 (edited) I was able to watch the ship come in! Awesome experience! Here is one of my videos http://www.yo**be.com/watch?v=xRCo0pwLKOk Here are some pics I took! Feel free to use them with the appropriate credit! Water Cannon Salute! People out on the front of the boat! The luxurious front-facing balconies! Full frontal view with Miami in the background! Ropes Course! Headed to dock at her new terminal for the first time! Edited February 6, 2014 by guimiami Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashley@cruisecritic Posted February 6, 2014 Author #152 Share Posted February 6, 2014 I was able to watch the ship come in! Awesome experience!Here is one of my videos www.yo**be.com/watch?v=xRCo0pwLKOk Here are some pics I took! Feel free to use them with the appropriate credit! These are gorgeous! Thanks so much for sharing. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DDD06 Posted February 6, 2014 #153 Share Posted February 6, 2014 I don't know specifically, but I'd assume they're in order of when they'll take place. They might vary by sailing, though, so check your Freestyle Daily. :) Ashley, thanks for taking the time to answer. Send from device_name using Cruise Critic your_app_name App Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashley@cruisecritic Posted February 6, 2014 Author #154 Share Posted February 6, 2014 Ashley, thanks for taking the time to answer. Send from device_name using Cruise Critic your_app_name App Sure thing! Sorry I can't be more specific. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twinpp Posted February 7, 2014 #155 Share Posted February 7, 2014 Ashley, Thank you, we appreciate the follow up to obtain an answer for us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chloe173 Posted February 7, 2014 #156 Share Posted February 7, 2014 Thanks for all your reports. It looks like the Facebook links aren't working? I'm getting this error message, within the Facebook frame: "This content is currently unavailable. The page you requested cannot be displayed right now. It may be temporarily unavailable, the link you clicked on may have expired, or you may not have permission to view this page." If I go to that Facebook profile page, I can see one album that has 95 photos of Getaway's menus, but no others. Is it possible you need to change the privacy settings for the other albums so they are publicly visible? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LrgPizza Posted February 7, 2014 #157 Share Posted February 7, 2014 What Facebook page? Sorry, I'm scrolling around and can't find the link, but I want to see the menus. Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hogie23 Posted February 7, 2014 #158 Share Posted February 7, 2014 Hi. Ashley, thanks for taking time to answer questions. I read that the is a place on deck 13 specifically for 10 to 12 year olds as part of kids program. Is this correct? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeesandLadybug Posted February 7, 2014 #159 Share Posted February 7, 2014 Ashley, My daughter and grandchildren are sailing on the Getaway and I was thinking of purchasing onboard credits as a gift to cover her expenses while onboard. They already have their gratuities prepaid, and I'm wondering how this works. Once I purchase the onboard credits, does that show up when she goes to the counter to register? If I purchase a good amount of onboard credits, would she still be required to give a credit card at the counter? Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nvrgrownold Posted February 7, 2014 #160 Share Posted February 7, 2014 Hello again, To be more specific, I'm told there will be the following themes on Getaway sailings: Norwegians Night Out Latin Night 70's Party 80's Party (with fireworks) Glow Dancing With the Stars For St. Patrick's Day, I'm told there are generally some pool deck games and drink specials, but I still haven't heard anything official about the party I mentioned earlier. If I hear anything else, I'll update you. Thanks so much for answering all of our questions. Greatly appreciated. If you hear anything else please let us know. Thanks again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarterGriffin Posted February 7, 2014 #161 Share Posted February 7, 2014 Thinking about takign a cruise out of NYC this April - I know, it's last minute....but what will the temps be like? I will be traveling with me, my husband and my 7 and 5 year old sons. Would like HONEST feedback. We want to go somewhere that we don't have to fly to, or go through customs :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashley@cruisecritic Posted February 7, 2014 Author #162 Share Posted February 7, 2014 Thinking about takign a cruise out of NYC this April - I know, it's last minute....but what will the temps be like? I will be traveling with me, my husband and my 7 and 5 year old sons. Would like HONEST feedback. We want to go somewhere that we don't have to fly to, or go through customs :) Hey there, If you leave in April, it will likely be chilly until the ship gets close to its destination (which will be the Caribbean, Bermuda or Bahamas, depending on when in April you go). As for customs, you'll still have to go through it, even if you don't fly. (It has to do with things like being in international waters, stopping in foreign ports of call and having the opportunity to purchase duty-free items.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashley@cruisecritic Posted February 7, 2014 Author #163 Share Posted February 7, 2014 Ashley, Thank you, we appreciate the follow up to obtain an answer for us. No problem at all. The christening is today, so the PR folks are swamped, but if I don't hear from them by early next week, I'll nudge them again. Sorry for the delay! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canbonbon Posted February 7, 2014 #164 Share Posted February 7, 2014 First time cruiser on NCL. 1) Do they provide Beach Towels? or do we take our Bath towels there. 2) Where and how much is the laundry? Do they provide detergent or do I need to carry it. Thanks, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashley@cruisecritic Posted February 7, 2014 Author #165 Share Posted February 7, 2014 Thanks for all your reports. It looks like the Facebook links aren't working? I'm getting this error message, within the Facebook frame: "This content is currently unavailable. The page you requested cannot be displayed right now. It may be temporarily unavailable, the link you clicked on may have expired, or you may not have permission to view this page." If I go to that Facebook profile page, I can see one album that has 95 photos of Getaway's menus, but no others. Is it possible you need to change the privacy settings for the other albums so they are publicly visible? Thanks! What Facebook page? Sorry, I'm scrolling around and can't find the link, but I want to see the menus. Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Oh dear. Sorry about that. Were you logged in when you tried to access it? I've changed the privacy settings to "public" (they were at "friends"), so that was probably the issue. Full album: https://www.facebook.com/friendsofcruisecritic/media_set?set=a.10101476950835536.1025934674&type=3 Menus only: https://www.facebook.com/friendsofcruisecritic/media_set?set=a.10201926160288727.1073741827.1025934674&type=3 Please let me know if it works. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashley@cruisecritic Posted February 7, 2014 Author #166 Share Posted February 7, 2014 First time cruiser on NCL. 1) Do they provide Beach Towels? or do we take our Bath towels there. 2) Where and how much is the laundry? Do they provide detergent or do I need to carry it. Thanks, Hi there, They do provide beach towels. There's a stand on the pool deck. There are no self-service laundry facilities onboard. They do have dry-cleaning services, though. I'll see if I can get you a price list for that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashley@cruisecritic Posted February 7, 2014 Author #167 Share Posted February 7, 2014 Hi. Ashley, thanks for taking time to answer questions. I read that the is a place on deck 13 specifically for 10 to 12 year olds as part of kids program. Is this correct? No problem! Splash Academy (the kids club) does have special facilities for "Dolphins" (ages 10-12). Their specific area is on Deck 13, right above the area for the younger kids, but there are entrances on Decks 12 (via a set of funky stairs just beyond the sign-in desk) and 13 if I remember correctly. Here are a few photos that might be of use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashley@cruisecritic Posted February 7, 2014 Author #168 Share Posted February 7, 2014 Thanks so much for answering all of our questions. Greatly appreciated. If you hear anything else please let us know. Thanks again. No problem. Will do! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashley@cruisecritic Posted February 7, 2014 Author #169 Share Posted February 7, 2014 As you all can see, my computer has finally decided to cooperate and allow me post photos. :) If you asked a question to which I replied with links to Facebook photos and they aren't working for you, please let me know, and I'll post the individual photos here instead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashley@cruisecritic Posted February 7, 2014 Author #170 Share Posted February 7, 2014 Ashley,My daughter and grandchildren are sailing on the Getaway and I was thinking of purchasing onboard credits as a gift to cover her expenses while onboard. They already have their gratuities prepaid, and I'm wondering how this works. Once I purchase the onboard credits, does that show up when she goes to the counter to register? If I purchase a good amount of onboard credits, would she still be required to give a credit card at the counter? Thank you! Hello, Cruise Critic's news editor, Dori, travels with Norwegian a lot, and she's dealt with the OBC situation on some of her cruises. She tells me that it's likely you'll need your daughter's booking number in order to either call Norwegian or go online to purchase the credit for her. (You might be able to call and just give the names of the people on the reservation if you can't obtain the number.) The credit won't show up on her account prior to the cruise, nor will it show up when she gets to the counter. What will likely happen is that she'll receive a note in her cabin after she's onboard telling her about the credit. By the time she gets the note, the credit will have been added to her account. She will still be required to link her onboard card with a credit card or cash deposit, as onboard credit can't be used for all purchases. (It can be used for most, but some things are excluded.) I'd say your best bet is to see if you can obtain the booking number and call Norwegian directly. Their contact info is on this page: http://www.cruisecritic.com/articles.cfm?ID=145. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockbock Posted February 8, 2014 #171 Share Posted February 8, 2014 Does anybody know what cold beverages are complimentary during non-breakfast hours, other than iced tea and water? Is there lemonade or flavored water available too? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeesandLadybug Posted February 8, 2014 #172 Share Posted February 8, 2014 Ashley, Thank you so much for the information. What a mistake that would've been! I do have her booking number, and figured that by purchasing a certain amount in onboard credits, that she would be set for her expenses onboard. I do see on the NCL website, that they now offer a gift card, an actual card you receive in the mail. Would my daughter be able to present the gift card at the registration counter for her onboard expenses? Again, thank you soooooo much for the info on the onboard credit!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeesandLadybug Posted February 8, 2014 #173 Share Posted February 8, 2014 Ashley, I know that everyone gets a key card for entry into staterooms, making purchases, etc., however, is their any way to restrict charging privileges on children's cards? Also, for the pre-teens and teens, is there an amount limit that one can place on their individual cards as to spending, or will the money they spend be automatically charged to the parent's card? Also, do you know if there are walkie-talkies that can be leased while onboard? The ship is enormous and I don't think you can use your cell phone to reach your wandering family members because of high roaming charges. Is there a way that people can connect with each other while onboard? Thank you, as always! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAMMYR Posted February 8, 2014 #174 Share Posted February 8, 2014 Hi all, I'll be sailing on Norwegian Getaway on the Jan. 27-29 cruise to nowhere out of New York. While onboard, I'll also be attending a Q&A session. I haven't been told who, exactly, will be on the panel yet, but I assume there will be some NCL execs. If there's something you're dying to know, post it below, and I'll do my best to get as many questions answered as I can. (Please try to keep them Getaway related.) Thanks! Hi Ashley. My wife and I just booked the Getaway for August. Thanks for all the pictures. Could tell me about the pool area. Are there places to find chaises in the shade, other than using the Vibe. Thanks Alan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare KeithJenner Posted February 8, 2014 #175 Share Posted February 8, 2014 Also, do you know if there are walkie-talkies that can be leased while onboard? The ship is enormous and I don't think you can use your cell phone to reach your wandering family members because of high roaming charges. Is there a way that people can connect with each other while onboard? Thank you, as always! Iconcierge will do what you want. Download the app and pay the fee (about $8 I think, but I haven't paid it myself), and then you can text or call using the app. It uses the ship wifi so no roaming costs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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