saltsandknit

2013

We always use the NCL air offer. We just got our flights for Prima direct flights both ways and decent schedule flying Utah to Florida. We usually have a layover, so I am happy

Most of the bars have the cartons but they won’t always be cold. You can ask for a glass with ice.

I know this is delayed but the answer is Yes. We spent a good deal of time at the Moet bar with good use of the plus drink package.

you can use the app on the ship and earn points but you can't redeem them onboard. Sometimes it takes a while for the balance to sink up while on the ship so it makes it hard to keep track on how much credit you have. I purchase the premium plus package since I know I will drink a lot of starbucks as well as better wines. The cost of most drinks were around 6$ but that was last September so I don't know if it has changed. The menu prices were about a dollar more than the area I live but I know it changes by location.

All the Starbucks I have visited on NCL have the full menu including milk alternatives and flavors. My DH got a white peppermint mocha on our last cruise more than once.

Choosing a cruise line depends on how you like to vacation. I have been on Princess, Carnival and Royal, I prefer NCL for a cost perspective I like a drink package, a dining package and wifi is necessary my husband has to work since he owns a business. I find food and entertainment better, I like the slower vibe, I have no desire to dress up more than a sundress and sandals for dinner. The local is a must when we need a snack after midnight. When you factor in all the costs all the cruise lines are the same price and if you watch you can get some great deals. We like to dance and find the jewel class ships the best for us. The crew is friendlier on NCL. We have made some great friends on NCL that we still communicate with. I love the spa as well. Will you enjoy it yes, will it be what you expect from Princess no, but I will say Princess is my least favorite line .

The club balcony is a slightly bigger room and bigger balcony, it also has a bigger bathroom and upgraded shower with jets. It comes with perks, one free bag of laundry, a bottle of water and snacks on 2 afternoons. You can book dinner and show reservations at 125 days. The sofa is a pull out bed, so it should be comfortable for 3 in a room.

I had this happen not long ago. If you replaced the card the credit will go back to the card. I had my purse stolen and had to replace my card. I had a refund from NCL for the spa that we canceled and it still was processed no problem.

I use a cross body bag. Just big enough for essentials and an inhaler since I have asthma

I have looked over the menus and I think we will only eat in the dining room once. I am not a big fan of pasta and I don’t eat red meat often. There is one chicken dish and I wish there was at least one more. The seafood options look good but my husband is not a fan. He would probably be happy with the vegetarian options but he would probably prefer wings at the local. I am guessing we will spend more time at the food hall or the local. We sail Prima in Feb. the next cruise after Prima we will probably do free at sea plus that will give us 4 specialties and 2 platinum dinners

Check daily. I get the premium plus drink package and sometimes I get charged for Starbucks. The person at guest services said there were only 26 passengers that had the plus drink package on my last cruise and sometimes it gets missed. It's not a big deal for me but you do need to be aware. I have been double charged for dining items before as well.

If you are flying cross country it will usually be a red eye flight even if flying a day before. Baggage fees are the norm these days we always plan the fee as part of the vacation.

I have not been to Puerto Plata, but there are no Starbucks in either St Thomas or Tortola.

Miami airport Starbucks, if you are flying, usually has the Florida mug and the Miami mug. What ports are you going to? I can tell you if you can get mugs there.