tgirl25 Posted October 30, 2016 #26 Share Posted October 30, 2016 Looking forward to reading this review. On Epic in little over 3mo and doing the double digit dance! Can't wait to hear about that things I shouldn't miss and all. Following Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linda the Book Lover Posted October 30, 2016 #27 Share Posted October 30, 2016 The pizza looked great. We are looking forward to our return trip on the Epic for a Western Med. I can't wait to read your live review as you enjoy your TA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisingcasinos Posted October 30, 2016 #28 Share Posted October 30, 2016 So looking forward to the rest of your trip. I always enjoying traveling along with you. I love the Epic - been once or twice :rolleyes: Can't wait to get back on her again!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkeybone Posted October 30, 2016 #29 Share Posted October 30, 2016 Wish I was sailing with you Sally. I can't wait to read more! I love the Epic. Hope you win some jackpots in the casino. You know I love pics lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Single Cruiser Posted October 30, 2016 #30 Share Posted October 30, 2016 Can't wait to hear how it goes and so glad you are doing a "live from" . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lido_Deck Posted October 30, 2016 #31 Share Posted October 30, 2016 If you like to win at trivia, seek out a loud, boisterous, pot-bellied, occasionally flamboyant British man named Mike and beg him to let you be on his team. You better be nice and pull your own weight, though, or he will cast you out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#55worktoplay Posted October 30, 2016 #32 Share Posted October 30, 2016 Yaye Sally, thanks for taking the time to do a live. Can't wait to hear all about your trip with the guys, I am sure there will be many fun moments to have. Creepy thing to happen outside your hotel, you handled it very well. Enjoy and try to get some rest. I kind of agree with you about the bathtubs while travelling. I am sorry you still suffer from the Escape issue last year, that is awful. Enjoy, from a fellow Ottawan! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smedley_odwin Posted October 30, 2016 #33 Share Posted October 30, 2016 We are taking our very first NCL/Epic cruise on next year's equivalent TA, looking forward to reading along :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zippeedee Posted October 31, 2016 #34 Share Posted October 31, 2016 Happy to read of your wonderful adventure! Take good care of the Epic, I'll be boarding when you disembark on the 12th. Can't wait to read more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
debnjoe1438 Posted October 31, 2016 #35 Share Posted October 31, 2016 Enjoy your trip, look forward to reading review. (I vaguely remember the butt burn story) :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
easyboy Posted October 31, 2016 #36 Share Posted October 31, 2016 Nice start. Will be following along. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
versuco Posted October 31, 2016 #37 Share Posted October 31, 2016 Happy to see the Epic is on her way back! We will be sailing her for the third time in January. Looking forward to the rest of your reports. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Callimero Posted October 31, 2016 #38 Share Posted October 31, 2016 (edited) Following your review. I'll be on the EPIC in 3 1/2 weeks when she will depart from PC into the Eastern Caribbean. So I would be very interested in a photo of the current staff (I think there's a board where all members are listed on), that would be really great!!! Also some insights (positive impressions of the crew...) or do's and don'ts specific for the EPIC would be fantastic. Have a wonderful stop at Tenerife on Wednesday and in SAN Juan a couple of days later, I'll definetely will watch your arrival on the 12th of November at 8:00 am via Webcam in Port Canaveral http://www.portcanaveralwebcam.com. Have a wonderful trip Cheers Oliver Edited October 31, 2016 by Callimero Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuiteCruiser Posted October 31, 2016 Author #39 Share Posted October 31, 2016 Day 1 I headed over to the port by taxi around 10:30. They dropped me off in front of the Epic, but it turned out that was where the Jade checked in, so I had to walk for about 5 minutes to get to the Epic. That sounds like nothing, but my suitcase weighs a ton, so it was a bit of a chore. Relieved of my bag, I walked into the terminal and heard the announcement that check in was open, so my timing was great. There was a huge line and it was blocking the access to the Haven check in, but I managed to squeeze through and get in my line. There were five people ahead of me, one couple I knew as part of the LGBT group that I'm an honourary member of. I also managed to make friends with the rest of the line, everyone in high spirits and anxious to get onboard. I checked in with my e-docs on my iPad with no issue and onto the Haven lounge. It was about 20 minutes later that the woman behind me came in. Apparently right after I checked in, their computers went down. We were escorted up to the Haven, David the Concierge said "Hi Sally! Welcome Back!" Nice to be recognized :) They were doing a Haven tour which I passed on, instead I went up to Posh for a drink. Back down to the lounge where we greeted all of our friends as they came in. Lots of hugs, kisses and lots of noise. We all had lunch in the Haven restaurant, our table was for 10 and many other tables scattered about. Onto Posh and lots of drinks, muster, then back up for more. Around 6:30 I headed to the casino and my friends Rob and Linda joined me. At some point my friend Ian came by and said "We're going to the Noodle Bar, we are saving you a seat". It's a good thing, otherwise I probably wouldn't have eaten. Dinner was great, lots of plates for sharing, great company. I headed back to the casino and didn't have any luck. I hit a few hands, but hardly anything at all. I decided it was time for bed. I said goodbye and said I'd hit a slot machine on the way out. I chose a $5 machine, threw in $100 and five spins in I won $915. I cashed out, very happy and headed to bed. My suite is absolutely amazing. I'll add photos later I don't want to show pics of my unmade bed :) I have a huge living room, gorgeous bedroom and insane bathroom. My balcony is 35 feet long by 6 feet wide. Beautiful ocean views and also looks over the pool deck. I slept very well, up at 8:00 AM and up to Posh. The guys started filtering in, we had a couple of drinks and I came back to my room to catch up on my blog. I'm having a blast, nothing exciting to write about yet, but I know there's fun times ahead! It's Halloween, and I'm part of a group costume for tonight's party. The LGBT group has their own party, then we all parade through the restaurants and the casino, then NCL has a party with prizes. All very fun. I think I'll have a snooze this aft to get ready for the busy night ahead. Thanks for following along, I really appreciate all of the comments :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaptivate Posted October 31, 2016 #40 Share Posted October 31, 2016 Super fun review to follow, can't wait to read more! Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BermudaBound2014 Posted October 31, 2016 #41 Share Posted October 31, 2016 Love this review and I think you're a hoot Sally! What great times lay ahead. We booked a last minute epic trip over the holiday so excited to follow along as you bring her across the pond :). Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DGP1111 Posted October 31, 2016 #42 Share Posted October 31, 2016 The very best wishes for a fantastic transatlantic sailing coming your way, Sally! Enjoy it to the fullest! I will be embarking the day you arrive in Canaveral. Excited to be back on my fave NCL ship, and especially with it in my own 'back yard' this time. I do have one research question if you have an opportunity to ask (and Thanks!) ... earlier word from NCL said there could be a somewhat significant turnover of crew once back in the States. I'm just curious if that is still being planned. Again, have a super splendiferous time at sea on Epic!! . Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlayCousin Posted October 31, 2016 #43 Share Posted October 31, 2016 Thanks for the review. That casino win was sweet!!! I hit the jackpot twice on my Epic cruise a few years ago. Of course, I was playing a penny machine BUT the jackpot was still $300. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuiteCruiser Posted November 1, 2016 Author #44 Share Posted November 1, 2016 Day 2 Lunch was at the Epic Club with a couple of friends, BJ and Ray. Food was great, I had the beef dip (again) I love it! I went down to the casino after lunch and wasn't having any luck until my dealer was tapped out and my favourite sat down. I met Ingrid on the Star transatlantic. On the first night I had a hour before dinner so played 3 card poker with her. Within the hour, she'd dealt me 3 three of a kinds and one she had the 4th for the bonus. Every time I see her I have fond memories. As soon as she sat down, the cards started going my way, straights, flushes, trips and one 4 of a kind :) It was fantastic. I quit well I was ahead and went back to the cabin for a snooze. Zonked right out. Went up to Posh and hung with the guys for a bit, and back to the casino where I won a little bit more. It was Halloween, so I had to go get ready for the party in Spice H20. I was part of a group, we were all Peanuts characters. I was Sally (appropriately) my friend Ken was Schroeder and he even lugged a piano with him. It was so great. Partied there until after midnight, then back to the casino, where I was dealt 3 eights at 3 card poker :) by then I was hungry, I hadn't eaten dinner, so went to Bliss to see if any of the guys wanted to eat. I ended up dancing there and having a blast until 3:00 AM, then we all went to O'Sheehan's, so got back to the cabin at 4:00, thankfully it was one of our six 25 hour days due to the time change, but I slept like a log until 10:30 when the spa called to tell me about their specials. Up to Posh, for the morning and catching up. I went to take photos of the suite, but my phone is dead, so I will add them later. Thanks again for following along! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CasinoCruzGirl Posted November 1, 2016 #45 Share Posted November 1, 2016 Day 2 Lunch was at the Epic Club with a couple of friends, BJ and Ray. Food was great, I had the beef dip (again) I love it! I went down to the casino after lunch and wasn't having any luck until my dealer was tapped out and my favourite sat down. I met Ingrid on the Star transatlantic. On the first night I had a hour before dinner so played 3 card poker with her. Within the hour, she'd dealt me 3 three of a kinds and one she had the 4th for the bonus. Every time I see her I have fond memories. As soon as she sat down, the cards started going my way, straights, flushes, trips and one 4 of a kind :) It was fantastic. I quit well I was ahead and went back to the cabin for a snooze. Zonked right out. Went up to Posh and hung with the guys for a bit, and back to the casino where I won a little bit more. It was Halloween, so I had to go get ready for the party in Spice H20. I was part of a group, we were all Peanuts characters. I was Sally (appropriately) my friend Ken was Schroeder and he even lugged a piano with him. It was so great. Partied there until after midnight, then back to the casino, where I was dealt 3 eights at 3 card poker :) by then I was hungry, I hadn't eaten dinner, so went to Bliss to see if any of the guys wanted to eat. I ended up dancing there and having a blast until 3:00 AM, then we all went to O'Sheehan's, so got back to the cabin at 4:00, thankfully it was one of our six 25 hour days due to the time change, but I slept like a log until 10:30 when the spa called to tell me about their specials. Up to Posh, for the morning and catching up. I went to take photos of the suite, but my phone is dead, so I will add them later. Thanks again for following along! How much fun Sally I'm so jelly. Love you ❤️ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biby Posted November 1, 2016 #46 Share Posted November 1, 2016 Great fun so far Sally--Enjoy the rest of the cruise (Ha!) D and I will be following along. Love, KJF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
disneyg1rl Posted November 1, 2016 #47 Share Posted November 1, 2016 It's foggy today, but I have a perfect view from my bed of the Epic just sitting there teasing me. Oooh! SuiteCruiser! It's you who's teasing me. My company has an office at the World Trade Center, just on the peninsular outside of the range of your photo. Two different years I sat in conference rooms overlooking these ships and *wishing* I was getting on-board too. :rolleyes: You're bringing back great memories! Thank you and have a wonderful time. Keep the pics coming (as wifi allows!). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tutontow Posted November 1, 2016 #48 Share Posted November 1, 2016 Day 2 Lunch was at the Epic Club with a couple of friends, BJ and Ray. Food was great, I had the beef dip (again) I love it! I went down to the casino after lunch and wasn't having any luck until my dealer was tapped out and my favourite sat down. I met Ingrid on the Star transatlantic. On the first night I had a hour before dinner so played 3 card poker with her. Within the hour, she'd dealt me 3 three of a kinds and one she had the 4th for the bonus. Every time I see her I have fond memories. As soon as she sat down, the cards started going my way, straights, flushes, trips and one 4 of a kind :) It was fantastic. I quit well I was ahead and went back to the cabin for a snooze. Zonked right out. Went up to Posh and hung with the guys for a bit, and back to the casino where I won a little bit more. It was Halloween, so I had to go get ready for the party in Spice H20. I was part of a group, we were all Peanuts characters. I was Sally (appropriately) my friend Ken was Schroeder and he even lugged a piano with him. It was so great. Partied there until after midnight, then back to the casino, where I was dealt 3 eights at 3 card poker :) by then I was hungry, I hadn't eaten dinner, so went to Bliss to see if any of the guys wanted to eat. I ended up dancing there and having a blast until 3:00 AM, then we all went to O'Sheehan's, so got back to the cabin at 4:00, thankfully it was one of our six 25 hour days due to the time change, but I slept like a log until 10:30 when the spa called to tell me about their specials. Up to Posh, for the morning and catching up. I went to take photos of the suite, but my phone is dead, so I will add them later. Thanks again for following along! I cruise the Epic in a couple of months. I have to know, which seat were you sitting in and how many people at the table. Also if you don't mind can you check out the Blackjack conditions. Any double deck, any shoe games or are they all continuous shuffle. If they have shoe games or better yet double deck pitch games what are the table minimums. TIA and have a great cruise. I have always sailed Carnival but for some reason my offers dried up. I'm sure I will love NCL. Following along with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ejnsb Posted November 1, 2016 #49 Share Posted November 1, 2016 Sorry, but what is the Epic Club where you had lunch? Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katiecat Posted November 1, 2016 #50 Share Posted November 1, 2016 loving this, thanks for sharing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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