Administrators Rare LauraS Posted April 3, 2009 Administrators #1 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Stay tuned RIGHT HERE for the newest info on NCL Epic. Laura Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melissa@cruisecritic Posted April 3, 2009 #2 Share Posted April 3, 2009 The first round of details has been posted. Check out the URL Laura linked above! We'll be posting more information -- and lots of photos :D -- all morning, so keep checking back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mooder Posted April 3, 2009 #3 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Woo Hoo! I love the water park idea. I have enjoyed the slides so much on the Gem and the Pearl - makes this middle-aged woman feel like a kid again! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melissa@cruisecritic Posted April 3, 2009 #4 Share Posted April 3, 2009 It is very youthful and colorful, yes! Woo Hoo! I love the water park idea. I have enjoyed the slides so much on the Gem and the Pearl - makes this middle-aged woman feel like a kid again! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caribbeanboy Posted April 3, 2009 #5 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Can you ask about the TA? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisnGram Posted April 3, 2009 #6 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Water stuff looks great. But, I'm more intersted in the dining venues. Still sketchy information when trying to determine what is included and what is not. The buffet is mentioned, as is the blue lagoon type place. Same for many of the specialty restaurants that we are all familiar with as well as some obvious new specialty restaurants. So that leaves us with: Taste. NCL says "traditional and contemporary cuisine" will be served in this atrium eatery done up with velvet curtains, white walls and brick accents. The Manhattan Room. This will be an two-story art deco supper club with a dance floor (and live evening music). We're not clear on the menu just yet: NCL says "the cuisine reflects the elegant and romantic nature of the room." If I were guessing, I'd say that the first one is a replacement for a main dining room and the 2nd is a specialty (surcharge) restaurant. It also says that there will be an announcement of another restaurant in May. Perhaps the 2nd "main dining room"? It will be interesting to see how it ends up. CG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mooder Posted April 3, 2009 #7 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Water stuff looks great. But, I'm more intersted in the dining venues. Still sketchy information when trying to determine what is included and what is not. The buffet is mentioned, as is the blue lagoon type place. Same for many of the specialty restaurants that we are all familiar with as well as some obvious new specialty restaurants. So that leaves us with: Taste. NCL says "traditional and contemporary cuisine" will be served in this atrium eatery done up with velvet curtains, white walls and brick accents. The Manhattan Room. This will be an two-story art deco supper club with a dance floor (and live evening music). We're not clear on the menu just yet: NCL says "the cuisine reflects the elegant and romantic nature of the room." These seem to be the replacements for the main dining rooms. Just fancy names? Or, are these specialty (surcharge) restaurants as well? It will be interesting to see how it ends up. CG I know, I can't wait to find out. I am assuming they are replacing the main dining rooms but nobody knows! Fun! Worse, I will probably have to wait until 2011 before I can sail her, but those first reviews will be fascinating reads!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruise_More_Often Posted April 3, 2009 #8 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Laura, one little mistake -- there's no bowling alley on the Jewel, they'e on the Pearl and Gem. This is very exciting, and thanks for the link!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbisson Posted April 3, 2009 #9 Share Posted April 3, 2009 OK, I got my email saying they have the EPIC announcements up. Damn-they listed the dining options, but I can't see which are included in the fare & which carry additional charges An EPIC Blunder IMO ;) (unless of course I'm blind & missed it) I still don't understand why they think it building anticipation to release little bits & pieces. Just tell me what I need to know! You're not building anticipation in me NCL, you're pi____ing me off! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hunter2 Posted April 3, 2009 #10 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Does anyone know when we will be able to actually book on the Epic? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jlmza2350 Posted April 3, 2009 #11 Share Posted April 3, 2009 I will be interested in more information but from what I have seen I like. It looks like suite guests will have the option to eat at The Epic Club instead of Cagney's for breakfast and lunch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caribbeanboy Posted April 3, 2009 #12 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Does anyone know when we will be able to actually book on the Epic? May 20 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hunter2 Posted April 3, 2009 #13 Share Posted April 3, 2009 May 20 Cool, thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melissa@cruisecritic Posted April 3, 2009 #14 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Thanks for the eagle eye!!! Laura, one little mistake -- there's no bowling alley on the Jewel, they'e on the Pearl and Gem. This is very exciting, and thanks for the link!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GregD Posted April 3, 2009 #15 Share Posted April 3, 2009 I was able to get some photos. See them here: http://cruiseind.wordpress.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melissa@cruisecritic Posted April 3, 2009 #16 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Hi folks, Many of you were curious about which restaurants would be free and which would carry a cost. Here's what we've found out: No Fee Restaurants Taste The Manhattan Room O'Sheehan's Cafe Jardin/The Great Outdoors (no surprise there!) Epic Club/Courtyard Grill (remember, though, these are exclusive to suite and villa guests) For-Fee Restaurants Cagney's Le Bistro La Cucina Shanghai's/Wasabi/Teppanyaki The actual per-person charges have not yet been announced. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbisson Posted April 3, 2009 #17 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Hi folks,Many of you were curious about which restaurants would be free and which would carry a cost. Here's what we've found out: . Thanks Melissa!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mooder Posted April 3, 2009 #18 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Hi folks,Many of you were curious about which restaurants would be free and which would carry a cost. Here's what we've found out: Brilliant! Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arlee Posted April 3, 2009 #19 Share Posted April 3, 2009 I would love to sail on the Epic, but I think it will be expensive. Those "cabins" look fabulous! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bennett'sCruise Posted April 3, 2009 #20 Share Posted April 3, 2009 I still don't understand why they think it building anticipation to release little bits & pieces. Just tell me what I need to know! You're not building anticipation in me NCL, you're pi____ing me off! Sounds like a great marketing strategy to me ... tangling it in front of us and building excitement ... :) Introducing one element at a time ... letting us "chew" on it for awhile ... then, giving us another element. The Excitement Builds! Unfortunately, I'll miss the next installment ... I'll be cruising!!! :o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
halos Posted April 3, 2009 #21 Share Posted April 3, 2009 I hope the cost of cruises on this ship aren't astronomical because I would LOVE to book on this as soon as they open bookings. Her's a link http://epic.ncl.com/?utm_source=f3registrants&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=F3ANNC040409 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brad1185 Posted April 3, 2009 #22 Share Posted April 3, 2009 The excitement builds, you gotta love it, after each restaurant listed, expect to pay extra. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mooder Posted April 3, 2009 #23 Share Posted April 3, 2009 The excitement builds, you gotta love it, after each restaurant listed, expect to pay extra. Not the case. From Melissa: "No Fee Restaurants Taste The Manhattan Room O'Sheehan's Cafe Jardin/The Great Outdoors (no surprise there!) Epic Club/Courtyard Grill (remember, though, these are exclusive to suite and villa guests)" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruise_More_Often Posted April 3, 2009 #24 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Brad's so funny. Here's what he wrote a while ago: With each announcement the excitement builds. No main restaurant, no buffet, no show lounge, extrance fees for the lounges they have, 100 sq ft rooms, no separate bathrooms in the staterooms, I just can't wait to book. The excitement over the Epic here had built to a frenzy. I don't think Brad has even cruised on an NCL ship, but he's really interested in the EPIC! :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bennett'sCruise Posted April 3, 2009 #25 Share Posted April 3, 2009 The excitement builds, you gotta love it,. Wow, Brad ... it seems you're catching on! :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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