UnaPalomita Posted January 27, 2017 #1 Share Posted January 27, 2017 (edited) Sailing Sunday. Any last minute tips or exciting places to visit, etc? :) We're a couple in our mid-thirties and we're bringing our 5.5 year old. We also have a mini suite/ balcony. This is our 5th cruise (4th Norwegian), but first time on a 'mega' ship! This is going to the be 14 day Southern Caribbean sailing. Any tips or exciting things we definitely need to check or (or avoid) would be so appreciated!! :D Edited January 27, 2017 by UnaPalomita Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BostonGal35 Posted January 27, 2017 #2 Share Posted January 27, 2017 Sailing Sunday. Any last minute tips or exciting places to visit, etc? :) We're a couple in our mid-thirties and we're bringing our 5.5 year old. We also have a mini suite/ balcony. This is our 5th cruise (4th Norwegian), but first time on a 'mega' ship! This is going to the be 14 day Southern Caribbean sailing. Any tips or exciting things we definitely need to check or (or avoid) would be so appreciated!! :D the waterslides are amazing! there is a height and weight limit, so prepare your little one so they arent disappointed at the top. the ropes course is for any age, be sure to pack sneakers (you need fully closed in shoes, no flip flops, crocs, etc.). you can stay up there as long as you like, so dont feel like once you go around you have to come down. the Vibe area is wonderful, but its adult only. definitely eat a specialty and dine on the waterfront. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sabres431 Posted January 27, 2017 #3 Share Posted January 27, 2017 If you are going to use the water slides make sure ALL jewelry is off before you go up all those stairs. Wedding rings, earrings, etc. or they won't let you go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MICHLEV1974 Posted January 27, 2017 #4 Share Posted January 27, 2017 Have a great time! If you need help with pool loungers, just go see Deck Hand Turnell from Saint Lucia, he's my sweet boyfriend and he loves to help guests have a great time on the pool deck. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UnaPalomita Posted January 27, 2017 Author #5 Share Posted January 27, 2017 Have a great time! If you need help with pool loungers, just go see Deck Hand Turnell from Saint Lucia, he's my sweet boyfriend and he loves to help guests have a great time on the pool deck. :) Aw! I will see if I can find him! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UnaPalomita Posted January 27, 2017 Author #6 Share Posted January 27, 2017 If you are going to use the water slides make sure ALL jewelry is off before you go up all those stairs. Wedding rings, earrings, etc. or they won't let you go. Noted! Going to tell the husband to leave his ring in the safe too :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UnaPalomita Posted January 27, 2017 Author #7 Share Posted January 27, 2017 the waterslides are amazing! there is a height and weight limit, so prepare your little one so they arent disappointed at the top. the ropes course is for any age, be sure to pack sneakers (you need fully closed in shoes, no flip flops, crocs, etc.). you can stay up there as long as you like, so dont feel like once you go around you have to come down. the Vibe area is wonderful, but its adult only. definitely eat a specialty and dine on the waterfront. Yes!! I read about the height limits, my son is about 41" maybe he'll be okay for the one family slide. They let him go on the one on the Gem even when he was way shorter at 3 years. Hoping no tears! Packing sneakers now!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SwedishChefChicky Posted January 27, 2017 #8 Share Posted January 27, 2017 Enjoy! I will be boarding on the 12th. I'm a little jealous that you have a much better itinerary :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beachys Posted January 28, 2017 #9 Share Posted January 28, 2017 Ladies don't forget about hair tires with metal on them. They don't allow those either on the free fall slides. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jezo Posted January 28, 2017 #10 Share Posted January 28, 2017 Have a great time! If you need help with pool loungers, just go see Deck Hand Turnell from Saint Lucia, he's my sweet boyfriend and he loves to help guests have a great time on the pool deck. :) Did he assist with chair hogs? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
traveler1980 Posted January 29, 2017 #11 Share Posted January 29, 2017 Are there loungers around the kids pool? I was reading another thread that said they didn't have lounge chairs there, only around the adult pool. We are traveling with a 4 and 7 year old and unsure if they'll use the Splash Academy, so want to know as much as we can to plan our time for the kids time at the kids pool. Is the kids pool big enough to actually go in and swim? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjkacmom Posted January 29, 2017 #12 Share Posted January 29, 2017 No lounge chairs, big enough to swim. This blog has good pictures http://ctmommyblog.com/cruising-norwegian-breakaway-small-kids/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvtheships Posted January 29, 2017 #13 Share Posted January 29, 2017 Noted! Going to tell the husband to leave his ring in the safe too :) I'd leave all good jewelry at home in a secure place Haven't worn good jewelry including wedding rings on a trip in years Stunt doubles are fine fir nighttime if you feel you must wear a wedding ring Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Son of a son of a ... Posted January 29, 2017 #14 Share Posted January 29, 2017 Here's a tip: don't take a 5 Y/O on a 14 day cruise. Just kidding ... have a great time! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvtheships Posted January 29, 2017 #15 Share Posted January 29, 2017 (edited) Here's a tip: don't take a 5 Y/O on a 14 day cruise. Just kidding ... have a great time! :) Actually it's not really a joke IMHO I've been on the long cruises in winter and yes the 5 yo will certainly be in the minority Splash academy will be open of course Since the child is either in K or homeschooled this cruise will be time better spent for them than being in classroom indoctrination lol I'm serious here. Travel is the best education around. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Edited January 29, 2017 by luvtheships Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spleenstomper Posted January 29, 2017 #16 Share Posted January 29, 2017 Noted! Going to tell the husband to leave his ring in the safe too :) Just to let you know, the safes have an override code of 000000 where anyone can open. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smilz Posted January 29, 2017 #17 Share Posted January 29, 2017 Just to let you know, the safes have an override code of 000000 where anyone can open. Why would you ever post that?!? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sabres431 Posted January 29, 2017 #18 Share Posted January 29, 2017 Why would you ever post that?!? I was thinking the same thing.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Son of a son of a ... Posted January 29, 2017 #19 Share Posted January 29, 2017 Just to let you know, the safes have an override code of 000000 where anyone can open. If your BofA credit card ends with "2" you can use it as a key card to enter any cabin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare shof515 Posted January 29, 2017 #20 Share Posted January 29, 2017 Just to let you know, the safes have an override code of 000000 where anyone can open. i thought it was 123456 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvtheships Posted January 29, 2017 #21 Share Posted January 29, 2017 224466 worked for me lastvtime Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ncklhaus Posted January 29, 2017 #22 Share Posted January 29, 2017 Actually it's not really a joke IMHO I've been on the long cruises in winter and yes the 5 yo will certainly be in the minority Splash academy will be open of course Since the child is either in K or homeschooled this cruise will be time better spent for them than being in classroom indoctrination lol I'm serious here. Travel is the best education around. Sent from my iPhone using Forums We have been on the 2 week cruises 2 years in a row. There were around 500 children on board. They actually sent out a letter informing us of this and that thereally may be a delay or long lines when dropping off or picking up children from Splash Academy. Have no fear, you will have a great time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ncklhaus Posted January 30, 2017 #23 Share Posted January 30, 2017 Actually it's not really a joke IMHO I've been on the long cruises in winter and yes the 5 yo will certainly be in the minority Splash academy will be open of course Since the child is either in K or homeschooled this cruise will be time better spent for them than being in classroom indoctrination lol I'm serious here. Travel is the best education around. Sent from my iPhone using Forums We have been on the 2 week cruises 2 years in a row. There were around 500 children on board. They actually sent out a letter informing us of this and that thereally may be a delay or long lines when dropping off or picking up children from Splash Academy. Have no fear, you will have a great time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luckyinpa Posted January 30, 2017 #24 Share Posted January 30, 2017 the celebrity dance off in atrium is one of the few things worth fighting for a seat for. dover sole in ocean blue is good in the MDR the crab potato skin has real crab..get a few! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sotermarler Posted January 30, 2017 #25 Share Posted January 30, 2017 Does the BA have heated pools in the winter? Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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