cruisebrotha06 Posted April 24, 2017 #401 Share Posted April 24, 2017 I love the new video. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruiser Bruiser Posted April 24, 2017 #402 Share Posted April 24, 2017 I love the new video. Nice! Thanks for sharing. It's interesting to try and guess where NCL is going with their market strategy. With every new video the tone of their marketing seems to evolve towards a little more subtle elegance and a little less brashness. How that translates to the on board experience remains to be seen. I like where it seems NCL is headed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FreestyleNovice Posted April 24, 2017 #403 Share Posted April 24, 2017 Nice! Thanks for sharing. It's interesting to try and guess where NCL is going with their market strategy. With every new video the tone of their marketing seems to evolve towards a little more subtle elegance and a little less brashness. How that translates to the on board experience remains to be seen. I like where it seems NCL is headed. Don't forget FDR's strategy to gain more bucks out of each pax, it might be a stylish and contemporary style but it comes at a higher price for sure. And I don't know if I like NCL that much with a Celebrity or similar line as alternative. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deliver42 Posted April 24, 2017 #404 Share Posted April 24, 2017 The pricing between RCCL and NCL on their new ships ( The Bliss and Symphony of the Seas), at least for balconies are very close. I don't remember the exact amount, but less than $50.00. This would be for March 2, 2019. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joyy7403 Posted April 28, 2017 #405 Share Posted April 28, 2017 Jersey Boys is a great show! And the Cavern Club looks like it will be good too. Now just hoping they have Food Republic. Really looking forward to hearing from those on the first cruises, but I guess we have awhile to wait! Yes to the Food Republic! Loved it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Escaping2016 Posted April 28, 2017 #406 Share Posted April 28, 2017 It will be nice when more info comes out especially what those who are on the first cruises have to think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Two Wheels Only Posted April 28, 2017 #407 Share Posted April 28, 2017 I am very excited about the Bliss and looking at the Miami to LA through the Panama Canal in 2019. I notice that they don't have any Owners suites? Just DOS then 2BR penthouses and aft penthouses. That correct? I couldn't see anything on their website. My preference would be DOS or OS. There is no Owner's Suite. That area is used by the observation lounge. There are only 2 DOS (as opposed to 4 on Escape) and the balcony isn't as large as the DOS on deck 17 of Escape. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisebrotha06 Posted April 28, 2017 #408 Share Posted April 28, 2017 There's something about Bliss that I like more than the new Joy ship. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GinnyHoppa811 Posted April 29, 2017 #409 Share Posted April 29, 2017 We are interested in maybe going on the Bliss during its first Alaska trips. Is there information on what ship it's closest too or what shows it'll likely have? The video is nice looking but tells me nothing about what kid focused features it will have, especially in comparison to the Pearl. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FreestyleNovice Posted April 29, 2017 #410 Share Posted April 29, 2017 We are interested in maybe going on the Bliss during its first Alaska trips. Is there information on what ship it's closest too or what shows it'll likely have? The video is nice looking but tells me nothing about what kid focused features it will have, especially in comparison to the Pearl. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Norwegian Escape with some of the features of the just delivered Norwegian Joy which is currently heading for Asia (both Breakaway Plus class ships). With Breakaway Plus hull #4 also going to Asia Escape and Bliss will be both unique, although they are the same class. Making the Breakaway series twins again, Breakaway and Getaway and Escape and Bliss. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisebrotha06 Posted August 19, 2017 #411 Share Posted August 19, 2017 Loving the new BBQ joint on Bliss. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nator72 Posted August 19, 2017 #412 Share Posted August 19, 2017 Loving the new BBQ joint on Bliss. Sent from my iPhone using Forums I wonder if it will be included in the Specialty Dining Package? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happy cruzin Posted August 19, 2017 #413 Share Posted August 19, 2017 I wonder if it will be included in the Specialty Dining Package? Seems that it might be the dinner theatre option on the Bliss - since the deck plans show a stage. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisebrotha06 Posted August 19, 2017 #414 Share Posted August 19, 2017 That's cool. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phissy Posted August 20, 2017 #415 Share Posted August 20, 2017 Don't forget FDR's strategy to gain more bucks out of each pax, it might be a stylish and contemporary style but it comes at a higher price for sure. And I don't know if I like NCL that much with a Celebrity or similar line as alternative. :) I remember FDR's comment that he wants to get rid of the bottom feeders. That might explain the steep increase in prices . It does not help explain the big increase in Suite Cabin fares and no longer including drink and dinner package gratuities for Suite passengers. Would not be surprised if DSC gets increased again next year....it seems they are testing our limits:mad: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Two Wheels Only Posted August 20, 2017 #416 Share Posted August 20, 2017 I remember FDR's comment that he wants to get rid of the bottom feeders. That might explain the steep increase in prices . It does not help explain the big increase in Suite Cabin fares and no longer including drink and dinner package gratuities for Suite passengers. He may lose the "top feeders" in the process. NCL's Haven isn't the only "ship within a ship" in town. Plus, with the bid process subsidized (IMO) by the increased prices for the "directly booking suite" guests, many people (myself included) are continuing to look/book elsewhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UPNYGuy Posted August 20, 2017 #417 Share Posted August 20, 2017 (edited) He may lose the "top feeders" in the process. NCL's Haven isn't the only "ship within a ship" in town. Plus, with the bid process subsidized (IMO) by the increased prices for the "directly booking suite" guests, many people (myself included) are continuing to look/book elsewhere. I have moved on to Oceania for an upper premium product, which is still an NCLH offering. This is also part of Franks goal, which is transitioning premium guests from NCL onward to Oceania, and from there to Regent. But I am also booking MSC Yacht Club when I want a "ship within a ship" experience. This last part is NOT in-line with the FDR plan. I'm not going to book in The Haven when I can sail on Oceania for roughly the same price. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Edited August 20, 2017 by UPNYGuy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Two Wheels Only Posted August 20, 2017 #418 Share Posted August 20, 2017 I have moved on to Oceania for an upper premium product, which is still an NCLH offering. But I am also booking MSC Yacht Club when I want a "ship within a ship" experience. Oceania, Celebrity, and similar probably wouldn't work for us since we have young kids. Things like water slides, splash areas, and go carts are a must....with the option to escape the madness and retreat to an exclusive area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UPNYGuy Posted August 20, 2017 #419 Share Posted August 20, 2017 Oceania, Celebrity, and similar probably wouldn't work for us since we have young kids. Things like water slides, splash areas, and go carts are a must....with the option to escape the madness and retreat to an exclusive area. DW and I don't have children. That is why we are really liking Oceania. We've seen way too many ill behaved children on NCL recently Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisebrotha06 Posted August 24, 2017 #420 Share Posted August 24, 2017 I like Norwegian because of the solo amenities but I also prefer Princess or Celebrity. Will be on Princess in November. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happy cruzin Posted March 25, 2018 #421 Share Posted March 25, 2018 He may lose the "top feeders" in the process. NCL's Haven isn't the only "ship within a ship" in town. Plus, with the bid process subsidized (IMO) by the increased prices for the "directly booking suite" guests, many people (myself included) are continuing to look/book elsewhere. Exactly! Just looked in to booking the Encore for February 2020. $9600.00 for the Haven aft penthouse for 7 days is insane! Looks like more of my money is going “elsewhere” too.... Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UPNYGuy Posted March 25, 2018 #422 Share Posted March 25, 2018 Exactly! Just looked in to booking the Encore for February 2020. $9600.00 for the Haven aft penthouse for 7 days is insane! Looks like more of my money is going “elsewhere” too.... Sent from my iPad using Forums We can sail in the Yacht Club for less than that (7 day YC suite on MSC Seaside for $3900 for March 2019) , and THAT price for The Haven is Oceania territory. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beamco Posted March 25, 2018 #423 Share Posted March 25, 2018 He may lose the "top feeders" in the process. NCL's Haven isn't the only "ship within a ship" in town. Plus, with the bid process subsidized (IMO) by the increased prices for the "directly booking suite" guests, many people (myself included) are continuing to look/book elsewhere. Agreed we will book one more time direct in the Haven on the Bliss in late Nov. 2018 to experience this new ship during a more affordable week. If I didn't have a credit from my Irma interrupted cruise I would have went straight to Celebrity for my next cruise. NCL Haven direct prices have driven me to try the new Celebrity Edge for 2019 if I enjoy the suites on Celebrity it's goodbye to the Haven!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happy cruzin Posted March 25, 2018 #424 Share Posted March 25, 2018 Agreed we will book one more time direct in the Haven on the Bliss in late Nov. 2018 to experience this new ship during a more affordable week. If I didn't have a credit from my Irma interrupted cruise I would have went straight to Celebrity for my next cruise. NCL Haven direct prices have driven me to try the new Celebrity Edge for 2019 if I enjoy the suites on Celebrity it's goodbye to the Haven!!! Thankfully we had the Escape and Bliss booked before it went crazy. But that may be the end of NCL for us. Tried MSC Seaside and they have a nice product. Will stick with them...at least for now. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happy cruzin Posted March 25, 2018 #425 Share Posted March 25, 2018 We can sail in the Yacht Club for less than that (7 day YC suite on MSC Seaside for $3900 for March 2019) , and THAT price for The Haven is Oceania territory. Yep! We’ve sailed the Seaside YC - and had a fantastic time. Have it booked again for 2019. [emoji6] Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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