What is the smoking policy on HAL

[stuNYC]

I know that I am in the minority; but what is the smoking policy on HAL

 

Are there designated areas for smoking

Can you smoke on your verandah/cabin

Where can you smoke cigars

 

The most enjoyable experience I have had was on Celebrity WHEN they used to have Michaels Pub for cigar smokers. It was a place to relax and not bother anybody else and meet the nicest people. Michael's pub is gone; is there anyplace left. What about the casino; bars

[jhannah]

From HAL's website:

 

Smoking

For the comfort of all of our guests, designated smoking and nonsmoking areas are available in most lounges. Smoking is not permitted at any time in dining areas. Our ships do not have "nonsmoking" staterooms; however, all rooms are thoroughly cleaned after each cruise to assure the comfort of our guests. All showrooms are nonsmoking during performances.

 

The Oak Room is available for cigar smoking. The Lido pool area is usually designated as smoking on one side (port or starboard) and non-smoking on the other. Look for the ashtrays.

[Krazy Kruizers]

I see that you are going to be on the Noordam. There is also a smoking area, closed in, just off the Explorer's Lounge -- no cigars there though.

[HoneyGV]

I know that I am in the minority; but what is the smoking policy on HAL

 

Are there designated areas for smoking

Can you smoke on your verandah/cabin

Where can you smoke cigars

 

The most enjoyable experience I have had was on Celebrity WHEN they used to have Michaels Pub for cigar smokers. It was a place to relax and not bother anybody else and meet the nicest people. Michael's pub is gone; is there anyplace left. What about the casino; bars

 

You can smoke in designated areas such as bars and on one side of the ship and in your cabin and on your balcony.:)

[NoNoNanette]

My husband seems to enjoy his cigars on our balcony- moreso than ANY OTHER time! Must be the seabreeze and the gorgeous view! ;)

[cool change]

There are plenty of places for smokers, not to worry. I almost just responded by saying "rut row". Hopefully you will have your answer. Nuff said.

[Vic The Parrot]

In public rooms, look for the ashtrays and small table signs that are marked "Designated smoking area"

 

There'll be an ashtray in your cabin ... if not ask the steward.

 

Outdoors you'll see blue plastic ashtrays on the tables.

Easy to find.

 

 

Enjoy your trip!

[Sea King]

So far smoking is allowed in all bars (in designated areas except for the Casino bar on the S class ships), the casino, designated parts of Explorer's lounge, outside on Promenade, @Navigation Pool area (usually on just 1 side), Lido Pool (again on one side), in your rooms and on your balconies (so far).

 

There is also cigar smoking in the Oak Room on Vista and usually "under the stars" at the Lido pool bar

 

for the most part, the number of smokers has significantly decreased over the past 5-6 years .. depending on the itinerary, the number of smokers might be 10-20% of all pax

 

suspect smoking areas in the bars will decrease in size and smoke free nights or hours might begin in casino .. also believe smoking might be eliminated from balconies in the not too distant future

[jagmanss1]

sea king,

You have now just opened up this thread for A debate for the Smoker vs Non-Smokers, Please folks the OP got the answer let it go.... There was no need to put so far and underline it and was uncalled for.... Sea King, This is your opinion and you have nothing to back up your statistics and percentages..... smokers on the whole in the real world not just on cruises may be declining, but you have no basis for your figures and suspicions on A cruise ship......

 

 

 

 

So far smoking is allowed in all bars (in designated areas except for the Casino bar on the S class ships), the casino, designated parts of Explorer's lounge, outside on Promenade, @Navigation Pool area (usually on just 1 side), Lido Pool (again on one side), in your rooms and on your balconies (so far).

 

There is also cigar smoking in the Oak Room on Vista and usually "under the stars" at the Lido pool bar

 

for the most part, the number of smokers has significantly decreased over the past 5-6 years .. depending on the itinerary, the number of smokers might be 10-20% of all pax

 

suspect smoking areas in the bars will decrease in size and smoke free nights or hours might begin in casino .. also believe smoking might be eliminated from balconies in the not too distant future

[BumperII]

sea king,

You have now just opened up this thread for A debate for the Smoker vs Non-Smokers......

 

Probably not. We have taken three HAL Cruises and will be on our fourth next month. It is true that there really are very few smokers on board HAL ships, and smoking vs non smoking is a non issue. We are Non Smokers of the worst kind, (former smokers) and during the last fourteen day cruise, you could count the time we were aware of presense of tobacco smoke in seconds. It just isn't in a problem. What I love most about HAL ships is their uncanny ability to accomodate the needs of just about everyone. Not to worry, enjoy your cruise.:)

[jagsfan]

jagmanss1

are you a teal wearing jagman or a car driving jagman?

[jagmanss1]

jagmanss1

are you a teal wearing jagman or a car driving jagman?

 

Is this color Teal!!! Yep!!! I'm A Jaguars fan all the way... Man!!! They whooped the Stealers and A shut out none the less... Watch out here we come .... On the radar now..... hope they can keep it going...

To me.... the 3 best games will be Indy... Pats, and then Jets, Not to mention the Giants.... My NFC team.... Man!!!! tough schedule, But the best of the best will be tested.... The jags are now a force....

[hammybee]

sea king,

You have now just opened up this thread for A debate for the Smoker vs Non-Smokers, Please folks the OP got the answer let it go.... There was no need to put so far and underline it and was uncalled for.... Sea King, This is your opinion and you have nothing to back up your statistics and percentages..... smokers on the whole in the real world not just on cruises may be declining, but you have no basis for your figures and suspicions on A cruise ship......

 

Cool

[RuthC]

Is this color Teal!!!

It's really pretty, too. But, I beg of you, please don't get so fond of it that you use it in your posts. It's way too pale for my old eyes to read easily. :o

Please? Thanks! :)

[jagmanss1]

It's really pretty, too. But, I beg of you, please don't get so fond of it that you use it in your posts. It's way too pale for my old eyes to read easily. :o

Please? Thanks! :)

 

No problem, hey!! I can't read that Damn color either, it was just to make a point.... Trust me, That color hurts my eyes too, But not the superBowl bound Jags:D .. Just making A response to Another post with A clear statement....Or err... blurred color....

[jagsfan]

No problem, hey!! I can't read that Damn color either, it was just to make a point.... Trust me, That color hurts my eyes too, But not the superBowl bound Jags:D .. Just making A response to Another post with A clear statement....Or err... blurred color....

A guy on 1460am here in Jax.......I know y'all get it in Palm Coast, too,

complained about the name teal, not the color. said it's a girly name, and

should be called blue-green. I have about 20 teal tshirts, my DH has 2,

and has worn them to every game since 96. Go Jags