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Single trans female going on Carnival, what will it REALLY be like?
okpaddy replied to ToriOKC's topic in LGBTQIA+ Cruisers
Okay Toriokc, I've got to inquire. How did your cruise go ? I have no idea if you have completed your cruise, or if it might be ongoing as I write. I hope that you had a wonderful trip and that you are encouraged to continue travel and explore. Please don't be restricted by other peoples prejudices, or narrow mindedness. As for being 6'3", maybe you should think about visiting France. I believe the women in Paris were all taller than the men. It was like attending a WNBA game with really good museums and food choices 🤣 Best wishes -
Thank you, I have used rome2rio previously.
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Bruce, I'm sorry to pester you, but I can't make heads, or tails of the Tokyo trains/subway/metro ??? I will be staying in Yokohama for three days pre cruise the end of March. I am trying to find a train map that will be helpful for getting from Yokohama to Nippori Fabric town and possibly Ueno Park. I think we would also like to see Akihabara area for shopping and sightseeing. I believe those three sights are all in the same general direction, are ? Thank you if you can offer any insight.
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It would really depend on which port you are sailing from. I am sailing from Yokohama in March and decided to stay at the Yokohama Hyatt Regency. There are at least two (and possibly more) piers for cruise ships in Yokohama. Plus I believe there are five piers in Tokyo that cruise ships use. Best wishes for a wonderful and safe trip.
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Thank you for the information. I'm looking forward to trying the Sushi restaurant on my next adventure.
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BirdTravels, Could you explain to me how the FAS, or the Latitudes dining voucher would work at the Sushi restaurant ? You explained to me before about using the FAS on a price fixed (Moderno) restaurant first and then using the reward vouchers at ala carte restaurants I believe... I'm not certain how either of these options would work for ala carte sushi. Thanks in advance for anyone who is willing to explain this to me (preferably slowly) 🤣
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Thank you very much. Could you also comment on pocket wifi and whether you would recommend for three days in Yokohama followed by ten day cruise circling Japan ?
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I am trying to discover the best ( most convenient ) transportation from the airport (1800 arrival) to the hotel. I should be travelling with a large mobility scooter and two or three suitcases. I've seen there is the Limo Bus, but I don't believe DW will be able to climb the stair/steps even if they could store the scooter underneath with the luggage. I am unsure if I should try trains with transfers, or simply hire a private van for direct transfer. Thank you in advance for any helpful suggestions you maybe able to offer.
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Just a suggestion, but DW rented once, or twice to see if it would work well for her. We then decided to purchase a scooter and now she is much more willing to travel and enjoys traveling again. Research your choices before you purchase to make certain the scooter you choose is airline approved and that the dimensions will fit through doorways on your cruise cabin. Good luck and best wishes. Having a scooter can open up many new adventures
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I used the Port Valet service this summer while sailing on the Sun. I signed up prior to boarding through the Port Valet website. I was very pleased and impressed with this service. It is definitely a service that I wish more cruise ports offered.
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This was the most helpful response I read in this thread. Thank you
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My DW is celiac and has to be very careful. We always pre inform whichever cruise line we will be sailing with. NCL has a profile on their webpage that allows you to list such things. However, just to be certain we have it included on our reservation. We also contact the maître d' in the MDR at the start of each cruise. DW has had the best choices by preordering meals for the following days. This can be done in any of the restaurants, except maybe for the buffet. This being said, we had two unfortunate instances in the MDR on our most recent Alaska sailing in June on the SUN. On two different days during dinner, DW was served what appeared to be gluten food items. Each time the waiter insisted that the meal was prepared gluten free just as it had been preordered. I insisted on speaking with the maitre d' and the chef to confirm if the waiter was correct. In both cases the chef came to the dining room and agreed that her meal did indeed contain gluten. The chef stated that the waiter had either taken the wrong prepared meal, or the plates were switched after being moved to the waiters serving station in the MDR. This could have resulted in a serious illness and a ruined vacation. When we reviewed our cruise with NCL, we strongly recommended better training for their wait staff. To the OP, I wish you success, but warn you to also be vigilant. Many ships seem to be dealing with lower staffing levels and less experienced staff.
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In response to the OP, I am the non crafty husband. My DW is a quilter and she has gone on several quilting cruises. She loves the classes and activities for the quilters. I have never had trouble finding plenty of other activities to occupy my time while she is busy with her sewing. The percentage of crafters in comparison to the remaining passengers is usually relatively small. There will be plenty of non craft related events listed in the daily bulletin, the usual trivia, lectures, bingo, art auctions, casino, shows, etc... The restaurants and bars will be operating and eating and drinking can occupy large portions of your day 🤣 Best wishes and good luck.
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Congratulations StickeyMouse on expanding your family. Japan is also on my bucket list and hopefully we will make it next year. I think we found a cruise that will work with our schedule. 29 days of B2B2B starting in Tokyo. Ten days around Japan, then Alaska and ending in Vancouver.
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Thank you both very much. I'm still not certain that I understand the system, but booking Moderno first is easy enough for me to follow. 😃
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Dear Bird Travels, Please explain why you should book the fixed price restaurants first before the ala carte restaurants. I will need to make three dining reservations for my upcoming Alaska cruise in a few months. This is always confusing to me, whether I'm supposed to use the vouchers (2) first, or the FAS (1). I want to maximize the benefit and not short change myself. My usual selections are Cagney's, Le'Bistro, and Moderno, two ala carte restaurants and one fixed price. Thank you in advance for any assistance you might be able to offer. I have learned quite a few helpful suggestions from your posts previously and appreciate the information shared on here by all of the wonderfully knowledgeable cruisers. Jim
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Need help confirming which one is shampoo and which one is soap
okpaddy replied to dhanakorn's topic in Norwegian Cruise Line
I usually bring a bar of soap with me when I cruise. I just prefer it to the body wash. I will use the shampoo from the dispenser, but it wouldn't surprise me if I get it wrong occasionally and accidently use the body wash on my head. I don't have enough hair to worry about it, because I keep it very short and therefore maintenance free 🤣 -
Thank you BruceMuzz for the information and local perspective. I am hopeful of visiting Japan in April 2024 and cruising back to the USA. Please keep posting on conditions and attitudes from Japan. It is very helpful to understand the situation and have a source for updates. I would also appreciate recommendations on where to stay and transportation around Haneda Airport and Yokohama cruise port . Wishing you a Happy and Healthy New Year