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There are 4 US 110v outlets in the room with one of them next to the bed so an extension cord will not be required. There is 1 European style 220v outlet on the desk. There are 2 night stand lamps that each have a USB and USB-C port in the base. There is also a USB and a USB-C port on a wall plate by the desk

On 3/27/2024 at 6:03 PM, IAcruising said:

 

I call BS on this one. It might work at a US Embassy to get a new one, but no chance it will be accepted to enter any country, including the US.

 

The OP does not need a passport for his cruise so it. I stated that his expired US passport is still proof of citizenship provided the terms outlined in my post were met.  RIF is valuable, but comprehension is key. 

17 hours ago, IAcruising said:

 

That won't buy her a cup of coffee. Bring the EDL and birth cert. No problem.

 

This is not necessarily true. The passport may be expired but her citizenship is not. If the passport is in good condition and less than 1 year expired it can be used as proof of citizenship. 

3 hours ago, UKstages said:

 

um, no. just no. 

 

that excerpt doesn't state that the "D" stands for "discretionary," it states that the charge is in fact "discretionary." but that doesn't mean that the charge formerly known as the DSC was named the "discretionary service charge." before NCL changed the name, they repeatedly referred to the "DSC" as the "daily service charge."

 

why would they name it in such a way to encourage you from eliminating it? that makes no sense.

 

also:

 

there are fees associated with FAS, but that doesn't mean it was named the "fee" at sea program. many get OBC while sailing, but the "O" doesn't stand for "ocean" even though the credit is spent while sailing on the ocean. some eat meals in the "MDR" every day, but the "M" doesn't stand for "meals" and the "D" doesn't stand for "day" or "daily."

 

this charge was renamed the "onboard service charge" and there's a good chance they did it precisely to avoid the confusion and misunderstanding you seem to have fallen prey to.

 

this is like saying "LOL" after someone texts to say their mom died. regardless of how well meaning you might be and regardless of what you think it might mean, "LOL" does not mean "lots of love."

We will agree to disagree. I stated earlier that DSC has been explained as both Daily and Discretionary Service charge on the website. I showed you an example of "Discretionary" that is on my rewards account for an upcoming cruise. If you want to throw out acronyms like LOL and MDR feel free if you must and I will ROLF and LMAO.  You do what you want with you OSC and I will do what I want with my DSC. Hmm, I wonder if your OSC is mandatory or it it also discretionary?

 Parents are not allowed to leave their minor child (ren), under 17 years old, onboard without adult supervision or adult guardianship. 

Walkie talkies are prohibited on all NCL ships

On 1/24/2024 at 9:23 PM, UKstages said:

 

if that were true, and it certainly may have been, it is no longer true... except to the extent that NCL's crackerjack web team haven't updated the website yet.

 

the "DSC" has been renamed the "OSC," which stands for onboard service charge.

Beg to differ. From NCL.com under my reservation. As stated, the D in DSC is discretionary, which oddly enough is the opposite of mandatory. 

1 hour ago, MagnoliaBlossom said:

the confusion may lie in the ship.  On some of the jewel class and older ships, the reservation “desk” is a table in the Asian restaurant area outside of Tepanyaki.   At times it has been in the Pour House.  It depends on the ship, so ask a crew member when you board so you don’t waste a lot of steps and time searching for the correct location.

 

The OP was inquiring about the Joy. I gave an appropriate response

On 1/11/2024 at 6:47 PM, complawyer said:

hey benel204 DSC= "DAILY SERVICE CHARGE" it's the fee you pay per person per day, that "allegedly" goes into central fund that is dispersed among the entire crew, in lieu of tipping individually

The 'D' in DSC is listed as both Daily and Discretionary in NCL literature.  They honestly can't or won't tell you how this collected charge is distributed and the fact that the acronym apparently has multiple meanings leads me to believe that this is a profit multiplier for the Company

Had a great 14 Day cruise from NYC to Galveston in Dec on the Prima. A quick check of NCL shows 7 cruises 11-15 days from NYC in 24 an 25, winter months

On 1/3/2024 at 9:07 AM, MagnoliaBlossom said:

15 hours ago, zqvol said:

There will be a desk on board the ship. When you board go there and make the changes you need. You were told correctly except that it is done at a central location, not at each restaurant..

 

15 hours ago, expectthebest said:

Passengers should go to the Teppenyaki restaurant, desk 6 mid, to make and/or change specialty dining reservations

On 1/3/2024 at 9:07 AM, MagnoliaBlossom said:

Unless it’s changed recently, you can choose any specialty restaurant, but onthe BA,which has Oceans Blue there was a 12.50/pp charge for dining there.

Never have I ever paid a surcharge to dine at Ocean Blue with FAS or with a Platinum Voucher. Are you sure you didn't order a dish with an upcharge?

2 hours ago, FreestyleNovice said:

If only there would be plans for a pier..  

There is a plan in place. The construction group NV2A has been retained to construct Phase III of the island improvements of which a pier capable of docking 2 ships at once will be built. This is the same company that did the upgrades to GSC during phase II and they also designed and built NCL's new terminal in Miami. Scope out the NV2A website to learn more. 

In the terms and conditions of the Latitudes Reward benefits it clearly states the two vouchers for the Latitudes dinners are per stateroom, not the number of guests in the cabin. I suppose one could push the issue for additional vouchers at guests services. 

10 hours ago, DrUrsula said:

This would be great. We are Sapphire.

Unfortunately, I have found that the practice I described on the Joy last December was not repeated on the Dawn in April.  In your case, I would definitely go to Guest Services and inquire where Sapphire members meet for priority boarding and stand your ground until you get a sensible answer other than join the queue at the back. If you don't get the correct response, ask for a supervisor.  You also a have a concierge who is at your service to run interference for you in these matters. I have found that NCL doesn't always practice what they publish as far as Latitude amenities goes, especially with priority boarding at embarkcation.  Raising a flag and asking for a supervisor at check-in works wonders in this case.

7 hours ago, BirdTravels said:

Joining the BACK of the tender line is the definition of Priority tendering. 

I found this to be not true on the Joy. Platinum and above were advised to go the Q restaurant, show their keycard and we were comfortably seated while we waited for an escort to a tender. I doubt if we were waiting longer than 10 minutes. Most efficient tender process I've experienced.

On 9/29/2023 at 10:28 PM, UKstages said:

 

that would be great logic if it were so, but the "D" in "DSC stands for "daily.'

 

in any case, i don't believe it's even called that anymore. it's called the "onboard service charge."

From my upcoming reservation. BTW this res was made before the latest DSC increase

 A discretionary charge of $16.00 USD per person per day for all guests 3 years or older will automatically be added to your onboard account. 

So, it is apparent to me that the D is not for Daily but Discretionary.  Call it what you want, name it what you want but when NCL describes it as discretionary, that's what it is.

1 hour ago, Capitan Obvious said:

 

That point would only be valid in a world where "discretion" and "optional" were the same thing. Technically, going against the grain an removing the charge would be the exact opposite of being discreet.

What does being discreet have to do with discretionary? Where I come from discretionary means optional, voluntary or elective. In other words, the same thing. 

Considering the 'D' in DSC is discretionary then yes, you can remove them

On 6/14/2023 at 10:30 AM, curlstravel said:

Did you see Nestor on that trip? 

Nestor was tending bar in the Joy's Observation Lounge on our December PC cruise.  Hadn't seen him since they closed the Margaritaville on the Bliss in 2020

If 6 settings is unavailable for the time you want just reserve for 8 and adjust once you board

5 hours ago, tgloersen said:

On the Joy, they had us meet up at the comedy club when we were ready to go to shore.  The representative just brings us to the front of the line.  Yah it worked nicely, no tickets required.

The Joy had the most efficient priority tender process I have ever experienced.  I wish their routine was put into place fleet wide.

12 minutes ago, MacGuffin3 said:

This must have changed in the last few weeks, since I swear I checked that list and I specifically ordered cheap walkie-talkies to avoid their fee.  Their charge comes out to $40 for a family of 4 who just want to communicate with each other, on from all accounts a rubbish app.
Oh well, the $4 kid's walkie-talkies I bought probably wouldn't have worked very well anyway.

A "quiet" announcement a month or more ago and now enforcement fleetwide . It was placed on the prohibited list just day(s) ago. As far as your $4 purchase, they would not have faired well with all that surrounding steel.  Maybe line of sight across the pool but not much better.

1 hour ago, quagmire0 said:

Probably more about the annoyance factor.   😄

Could also be to influence passengers to purchase the $9.95 chat feature on their app. The $$ drives the train.

A lot has to do with school being out for the summer and families are traveling

Thank God.  It is now item #32 on the prohibited items list.