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On 9/23/2016 at 8:55 PM, KarenRB said:

I just returned from staying in 9890 and, for the first time in 20 cruises, asked to have my cabin changed because I couldn't sleep due to overhead noise

When you requested a new room, did they charge or give you a hard time?

16 minutes ago, kayhil3 said:

Room was the same size as a regular balcony but the balcony was huge. The escape regular balcony rooms have a slightly larger balcony then on the breakaway.

Do you know if you have to request 2 loungers and 2 chairs, or are they usually set up that way.

I have a large forward balcony. I'm a bit worried about people throwing/dropping things from above onto our balcony, is this an unreasonable fear? I just noticed that half the balcony is exposed to x amount of floors above. Also, does 70ft really feel that much bigger than 30 something ft? I'm having a hard time imagining it.

Also, at this level (deck 9 forward) do you really feel the rocking? My boyfriend has a hard time with motion sickness. 

I've been keeping my eye on the weather in Bermuda and it looks like it will be thunder-storming the entire duration. Now, I know the weather is subject to change and it could be storming on one part of the island, but not the other, but this has me worried. To top things off, on embarkment  day in NYC it's supposed to skyrocket to over 100 degrees this weekend. 

Has anyone ever encountered this, where your entire sailing week is subjected to unpleasant weather? What did you do during your trip?

For those who have visited Bermuda during bad weather, what did you end up doing? Would you still go out exploring during lightening showers?

How do you know if you're eligible for the Free air?

4 hours ago, kristi391 said:

I’m not going to tell her until we get on the ship. I hope it’s a good surprise.  

Damn, that's such a good idea! I should have done that with my partner after switching our rooms higher.

Are there sale tax at the restaurants in Bermuda? 

5 hours ago, jasperess said:

We ate at Marcus' at the Hamilton Princess in Bermuda for lunch and it was lovely. 

Did you think it was worth the expense of dining there if you're a big foodie? My partner and I usually explore a lot of NYC and LA restaurants and actually have heard of Chef Marcus Samuelsson prior. We've been wanting to try his Hot Honey Yardbird at Red Rooster, but not sure if we should save the trip for home in NY or give his place in Bermuda a shot. I think we were mainly looking to try those Fish Chowder Bites and the like.

My partner really wants to try the best Fish Chowder the island has to offer, we're not exactly sure where that is, so if anyone has suggestions, please feel free to share! (Or any place that has local, fresh fish in general and not imported). 

8 hours ago, AK Dreaming said:

I honestly have no idea who the cruise director was.  I've always been curious was to why people care as I never really have any dealings with them.  They make the announcements and other than that I never see them.

The Cruise director hosts the majority of the events and is the main 'personality' of the ship. They can really elevate the entertainment. In 2017 we had Daniel "Dan Dan" Cuasito on the Breakaway. This man was a delight. His commentary was spot on and after he belted out 'Time to say goodbye' by Andrea Bocelli, that blew me away. The audience was in complete shock, that performance was one of the highlights of the ship and completely unexpected. He was really top tier and I'm usually hard to impress. I guess once you have someone as vivid, witty and funny as Dan Dan, you look forward to a good host. 

2 hours ago, AK Dreaming said:

You can get as many towels as you want on the pool deck.  I was behind a guy in a couple weeks ago that got 10?

Yes, get are supposed to get charged a fee if you miss your reservation, but you can cancel up to 24 hours before.

I always ask my cabin steward first time I see him/her and usually done before I get luggage. Never a hard time.

Depending on the trip or weather, OBC is great for Spa, thermal suites, dining, or if needed internet.

This will be debated I'm sure, but I don't think I would do the Haven again.  

Also, you didn't ask about food or dining. But Food Republic on the Escape is really good.

Have a great time!  I did that cruise out of NY in April to Bermuda.  It was lovely.

Ohh what did you order from Food Republic? We're looking to go there. And do you remeber who your cruise director was in April? 

Also, don't feel the need to answer all of these questions! 1 or 2 would be enough 😅

1 hour ago, dexddd said:

Reports recently it is included but limits on items.  Go first day and confirm with staff.  

I'm going to check back in with this thread when I board this Sunday. Hoping it will help with other cruisers' planning with a confirmed answer by the staff.

Hey everyone, I'm about to set sail and I've been bursting with questions (super inquisitive). If anyone could answer or all of these (my god..), that would be greatly appreciated! I'm sure I asked enough for a FAQ ( : 

Hopefully these questions will help future cruisers who stumble across this thread

Escape Questions

1. Who is the current Cruise director for July?
2. Is there a way to get more than one towel per guest for free (but all returned by the end of the day)?
3. What happens if you miss your specialty dining reservation? Are you charged a small fee?
4. What type of guest game shows/contests are there (such as Mr. Sexy legs) 
5. What water is used in the Grotto (Chlorine, Salt, etc)?
6. Odd, question and probably hard to answer but asked with good reason (for people who poor immune responses) How often is the pool cleaned?
7. Do the Sofa cushions in the balcony rooms get deep cleaned/sanitized every week when a new set of guests arrive? 
8. If you ask for your refrigerator contents to be removed, do you ask your steward directly, or do you need to call someone? Are you often given a hard time for this?

Personal questions:

1. What was your best use of free On-Board credit and why?
2. Where is the best place to disembark from to watch the views of the statue of liberty, etc?
3. Has anyone ever dined at a restaurant in Bermuda (such as Marcus, Devil's Isle, etc)
4. What is something you would not pay for again!

29 minutes ago, kjquilts said:

 

Not necessarily.  A lot of the action is on 6, 7 and 8 and the stateroom you have is on deck 9.  Luckily you are forward enough that there are staterooms below you rather than public areas that could be noisy.  You will have the benefit of a large balcony as you've seen from the videos.  Its not too far to the first set of elevators/stairs and just one flight down to deck 8 which is one of my favorites 🙂

 

Here is link to drag it decks section of cruisedeckplans mentioned by another poster.  Use the elevators/stairs to line up the decks.  Gives you a good look at what is on each deck.

 

https://www.cruisedeckplans.com/DP/deckplans/dragdeck.php?ship=Norwegian-Escape&zoom=1

 

 

Thank you for all this information, it has been ridiculously helpful and put me at ease with the location. I guess there isn't anything 'perfect' and this room seems lovely!

6 hours ago, GA Dave said:

We were really glad we brought one of these on our cruise.  Made time in the pool, on the beach, etc so much more relaxing, not having to worry about cell phones, wallets, etc.

 

https://www.amazon.com/Master-Lock-5900D-Personal-Gunmetal/dp/B005K6JQXQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?keywords=master+lock+5900d&qid=1563318220&s=gateway&sprefix=master+lock+59&sr=8-1

Ohh that's a great idea! But I wonder how sturdy/unbreakable it really is. Can't go just by amazon reviews

24 minutes ago, kjquilts said:

Here is another youtube video.  This one provides close up shots of the Escape.

Thank you for your finds! Going to watch them now, I've only seen 1/3 before.

I take it that it's better to get a balcony that's higher up?

10 hours ago, KeithJenner said:

For a few years now, some people have been told that there are restrictions to the number of apps and desserts they can order with the dining package. If you do actually order any more than they say then they don't actually charge you. The T&C's clearly only state a limit to the number of entrees.

That seems incredibly misleading and shady of them, you're already paying a fee on top of simply attending.. Let people have more lettuce if they want without being given a hard time.. Sheesh

Speaking of videos, I found a room next to mine and it shows how open this balcony is. Seems to be very unprivate, is that because this room is on an angle or is it just the area in general (where you look down and see purely other balconies and not the ocean)

On 7/29/2018 at 11:01 AM, Funcruisers2018 said:

To Norwegians credit though they compensated us nicely.

If I may know, I'm curious what they compensated you with

23 minutes ago, Two Wheels Only said:

Yours happens to be a connecting stateroom (with 9730) and the bed is near the closet.

Just curious, where did you find out this information about the closet set up?

It's weird, I called NCL and spoke to a supervisor and they didn't even know how this worked. I called again later today and spoke with another supervisor and she said Food Republic was not eligible for the meal plan (which I found untrue and unhelpful). Urgh

10 minutes ago, annnmarie said:

Used to be a very important consideration in the "old days" of the 70's when 600 passengers was a large number, and cabins far forward could be a challenge for those prone to motion sickness. Doubt today's cruisers would believe how we "oldsters" got tossed around back then..LOL !

I bet! I think we'll be fine, the waters to Bermuda I don't remember being too rough last time I went in '17. Is there anything to be concerned about with connecting rooms? (such as thinner walls!)

13 minutes ago, Two Wheels Only said:

The stateroom itself is the same as a standard balcony. Yours happens to be a connecting stateroom (with 9730) and the bed is near the closet. Those factors can be considered a "con" but the larger balcony is a "pro". You will look down to the larger M6 balcony then look down to the water. Overall, a nice stateroom. 

That's wonderful news! Do you think the room will be quiet? It seems to be around all the higher end areas (such as the spa/haven/Vibe/etc)?

3 hours ago, Brooke71991 said:

I am slightly worried about the same thing. The room they gave me from the ov rate was not a good room so I think any balcony just about would be better for me. I have always been on the second floor on carnival ships. Hopefully my room wont sway too much. 

My inside cabin on the escape was in a great location; right smack in the middle on deck 11, next to 18 other family members, however, I really wanted that view and fresh air after my surgery recovery. They ended up sticking me on deck 9, in the front of the ship. Not experienced with this location at all, so don't know if its a positive or negative. 

This is for the Escape. I noticed I was placed on 9732, which I'm intimidated by. I'm not sure how noisy, rough rocking, far this is from everything else. It's also the front of the ship? Any pros or cons to this location? I'm trying the best I can to do some research through google, but not a lot is coming up only that this room is considered, 'Category B6 - Large Balcony Stateroom', however, I don't know if that really makes a difference from a normal balcony with a fancy name (Kinda like the Spa balcony being nothing out of the ordinary from a normal balcony'. Any tips would be greatly appreciated!