MSC versus NCL

[nikkiw60]

So we are on our way for our first NCL cruise on the train to Gatwick then flying to Seattle in the morning!

But where should I post my thread here or NCL...

 

 

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[Two Wheels Only]

Either section is fine. Even both sections would be fine.

 

Many post in both forums and have sailed on both lines. Just as MSC has different experiences, NCL has (on many ships) different experiences for those in a suite vs. those not in a suite. Comparing/contrasting isn't exact but it can be done.

 

I look forward to the review.

[perakcruiser]

As a MSC/Celebrity/TUI Cruiser who is attracted by the NCL policy with free premium drinks, no service charge/tips and free internet I will follow this closely.

[citizenfrank]

So we are on our way for our first NCL cruise on the train to Gatwick then flying to Seattle in the morning!

But where should I post my thread here or NCL...

 

 

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I think here or both, but I'm looking forward to your thoughts on Bliss/NCL very much to be honest.

Are you spending any time in Seattle?

[emmas gran]

Nikki

 

Have a great trip

Liz

[nikkiw60]

I think here or both, but I'm looking forward to your thoughts on Bliss/NCL very much to be honest.

 

Are you spending any time in Seattle?

 

 

 

We are staying the night in Seattle then train to Vancouver tomorrow morning overnight there then Bliss in Sunday! We have time to do sightseeing in both these places.

Actually this can be the start of my thread!

We are waiting to board our Norwegian air flight now.

 

 

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[nikkiw60]

Nikki

 

 

 

Have a great trip

 

Liz

 

 

 

Thanks Liz

 

 

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[dexddd]

As a MSC/Celebrity/TUI Cruiser who is attracted by the NCL policy with free premium drinks, no service charge/tips and free internet I will follow this closely.

 

Read the fine print. There are many in/outs with NCL promos and limits plus fees on the packages.

[GOLDENBONNY]

So we are on our way for our first NCL cruise on the train to Gatwick then flying to Seattle in the morning!

But where should I post my thread here or NCL...

 

 

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Here ;p

[perakcruiser]

Read the fine print. There are many in/outs with NCL promos and limits plus fees on the packages.

I did. There are no fees mentioned. Just a cryptical "At some destinations there could be some taxes and VAT occur". And Internet is limited to 60 minutes per person, that of cause is not too exciting.

[dexddd]

I did. There are no fees mentioned. Just a cryptical "At some destinations there could be some taxes and VAT occur". And Internet is limited to 60 minutes per person, that of cause is not too exciting.

 

Are you in Europe?

[nikkiw60]

Having no dinner at Athenian restaurant in Pikes Place Seattle! MSC “ship” in the harbour!

 

 

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[perakcruiser]

Are you in Europe?

No, in Malaysia. But I usually book from Europe.

[nikkiw60]

We are now on the train from Seattle to Vancouver and just gone past the Bliss docked in Seattle!

It is going to Vancouver overnight... empty!

 

 

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[#55worktoplay]

Enjoy your cruise

[nikkiw60]

Our train appears to have erm broken down! We are still in Seattle and haven’t moved for 30 minutes...

 

 

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[Beamafar]

Nothing like a bit of drama to start the holiday, Nikki. Hopefully there isn't a problem (or only a minor one, anyway).

[nikkiw60]

We are now on our way!

 

 

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[dexddd]

No, in Malaysia. But I usually book from Europe.

 

NCL changed things a couple years back - Europe bookings have all the taxes/surcharges/gratuities whatever people argue to call them on the NCL boards are rolled into your price. In the US the cruise prices are reportedly less but you are charged 20% of the "value" of the various packages you pick which add hundreds of dollars.

[nikkiw60]

So we are now on board! Very easy check in but we came mid afternoon and I think a lot of people boarded early this morning! We have come straight to our cabin so first comparison is our mid ship balcony cabin is long and narrow and feels smaller than Divina and Seaside!

 

 

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[nikkiw60]

I think the bathroom on Bliss is bigger though.

And definitely more storage on Bliss.

 

 

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[Janedoe2012]

Bon Voyage Nikki, looking forward to your posts!

[nikkiw60]

Bon Voyage Nikki, looking forward to your posts!

 

 

 

Thank you!

 

 

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[nikkiw60]

The muster was a revelation! You could have heard a pin drop!!!

However the rest of the ship is loud!

 

 

 

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[SteveCastlehouse]

I’m interested in your comparisons. We have sailed 4 NCL ships in the last couple of years and will be onboard the MSC Preziosa in February, first time MSC.... will we regret it or love it...?

 

 

Steve