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Thanks for the help!

On 3/27/2022 at 7:02 PM, twodjs said:

The sauna on the K-class ships is definitely the best design Holland America has. 

 

Is "K class" the same as "Pinnacle class"?  With respect to sauna facilities, is the Rotterdam a good choice?  Thx.

Thanks, works perfectly on the Ruby Princess LG TVs 3/22, as well.  
 

17 minutes ago, alexdw said:

I miss quoted, I was on the Jade last year not Gem. It looks like Gem and Jewell have 5an hot tubes and the Gem and Pearl have had theirs replaced with one man tubs. 

Well, just to be clear; none of the four (NCL Jewel, Gem, Jade, Pearl) has a mens community whirlpool.  The Pearl once did, but it was removed.  That having been said, the elaborate facilities on these ships remain the best of their kind.  NCL's regrettable practice of charging $20 - $30 a day for thermal passes discourages many passengers from ever using them.  

23 hours ago, alexdw said:

Was on it this time last year. I did hear that the Pearl which os also Jewel class had its mens 5 man whirlpool retaken out and single use tons put in but may be mistaken. 

You are correct, sadly, the Pearl's community whirlpool is gone, but the other amenities remain.

"Extended family just booked a sailing on the Crown Princess and have convinced me to join them. Anyone have insight into the current spa situation on that ship? Thanks."

A good choice!  The Crown has the same popular, free male steam, sauna, showers and changing area as the Star, Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby and Caribbean.  It is located in the spa and fitness area near the adult pool.

13 hours ago, pkhilberling said:

Going on the Princess Crown on the 27 NOV  , I see they have steam and sauna which I’m looking forward to using the steam room . Has anyone been on the Crown lately and is it big or small ? Kind of hard  to tell by the deck pictures of the locker area . The showers in the balcony rooms I’ve read that if your taller than 5’6” the shower heads gonna hit you in the chest . I’m 6’ 5” , 
Thinking while the wife gets ready I’ll be in the steam and showers . 

Yes, the Crown has the same excellent arrangement as the Star, Sapphire, Emerald, Caribbean, and Ruby ships.  The entry area contains lockers, benches, and access to toilets.  Through a doorway, you will find three full-size showers with glass doors, a shaving sink, water fountain, sauna and steam.  The area can be easily accessed from the adult pool or the gym.  

Thanks so much for the prompt and helpful reply!

Can anyone advise re:  Coral Princess?  It has an unusual deck plan.  Many thanks.

Can anyone advise re:  Coral Princess?  It has an unusual deck plan.  Many thanks.

Re:  Grand Princess

While technically, the Grand Princess ship has separate, free mens / womens steam and suanas.  The location of these (entry is from the outside, no adjacent changing areas) makes them wholly impractical. Princess's Star, Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby, Crown, and Caribbean are all much better choices.

Thanks, twodjs!  Very helpful! (FWIW, the Infinity rework may not occur until November of 2020).

Does anyone have recent experience with the Celebrity Equinox, Infinity, or Summit?  

Thanks in advance for any current info you can share!

Many thanks.  This is very helpful. Overall, is the arrangement on the Grand better or worse than the familiar Star, Sapphire, Emerald, Crown, Ruby, and Caribbean layout?

Does anyone have recent experience with the Grand Princess?  

Thanks!

Yes, me too. Great deal, huh? See you there!

What is Club FL? :)

sorry, "Club Fort Lauderdale"

Planning a day trip to Club FL and possibly Windamar on 4/19. The car is about $40. Tolls and Uber will be about $20.

If others want to join and share expenses, please let me know.

Thx!

If you are talking about the NCL Jade IIRC there is a tiny sauna located in the Men's locker of the fitness center. It is indeed free but tiny tiny - Max 4 people. the locker room has one toilet, one shower, water fountain, a handful of lockers,and a small bench to sit and change clothes.

I think you mean "steamroom" here and yes, there are small free ones (both M and F) on the Jade, Gem, Jewel, and Pearl.

Looking forward to seeing you guys and others next month!

I am a solo traveller looking for the cheapest way from MIA to the Port of Miami on 2/22. Does anyone have a shuttle recommendation?

Thanks!

See you on board!

:)

Thanks very much!

Has anyone had experience with NCL's airport transfers to and from Bayport (Houston)?

Incredibly, there seems to be no other economical way to get to and from this port! Please let me know what airport you used, what you paid, and what your impressions were.

Many thanks!

Thanks so much. Has anyone used NCL's airport transfers to get to Bayport?