LIVE-Prima Feb 2-9, 2024 from Galveston-Western Caribbean with PICs, Haven (HE)

[graphicguy]

23 minutes ago, Seattle_Guy said:

So it's possible that when things are closer to 4,000, that's when the seats in Indulge gets taken, etc.

I don’t believe capacity is that high.  They said we’re at  capacity now at 3,000 and change!

 

PS…just looked up capacity.  It’s 3,099!

Edited February 5 by graphicguy

[laudergayle]

19 minutes ago, Seattle_Guy said:

So it's possible that when things are closer to 4,000, that's when the seats in Indulge gets taken, etc.

And, often it depends how many seats you are looking for.  It’s a lot easier to find one or two seats than 3+.  

[seemoreroyals]

45 minutes ago, Seattle_Guy said:

So it's possible that when things are closer to 4,000, that's when the seats in Indulge gets taken, etc.

 

We had 3700 on the cruise we were on Dec 15-22.  

[graphicguy]

This is from NCL directly…

 

“

Frank Del Rio, President and CEO of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.

„

 

 

At 965 feet (294 meters long) and more than 143,535 tons with capacity for 3,100 guests at double occupancy, Norwegian Prima offers the highest staffing levels and space ratio of any contemporary or premium cruise ship. 

[Fogfog]

5 hours ago, graphicguy said:

Going to bore y’all with a whine….blocked my header with my hand.  It’s been sore, but is now turning colors….

 

Want some Cheese with that "wine" ?

Frosty bev with ice per the doc sounds good.

Hope you feel better soon

[graphicguy]

Just now, Fogfog said:

 

Want some Cheese with that "wine" ?

Frosty bev with ice per the doc sounds good.

Hope you feel better soon

Thanks!  Exactly what Lyster the Concierge just said as I passed the desk.  Pre-dinner beer, then a little Mexican at Los Lobos.  Then, RUMOURS.  Then casino…at least that’s the plan.

 

We’re sailing!

 

To the 🐀

[mking8288]

FWIW, Google Bart on Prima ... per industry sources, has a total 1,646 Cabins (including studio) and at full/double occupancy - carries 3,099 / 3,100 pax and designed to take 1,388 crew, with  a space ratio of 36.  Taking into account family cabins with triple/quads and some with berth for 5th and even 6th pax ... the expected passengers headcount ranged from 3,215 to about 3,950 (which is typically lifeboat maximum capacity for the ship).  The count reported by some sites put it at 3,099 with up to 1,506 crew members/officers.  

 

CruiseNext, Haven team (butler/concierge) and housekeeping, along with Guest Services, etc. all have the current sailing's headcounts for the given sailing ... those numbers are provided to the crew, along with nationalities (based on passport from x number of countries).  

 

We skipped the welcome back Latitude sales presentation a/k/a cocktail reception ... but I vaguely recalled our TA headcount was somewhere around 3,100 to 3,200 onboard and aside from the crowd surging at the Hudson & Commodore Room, didn't "feel" (subjectively, of course) crowded - unable to get into the smaller venues and/or find indoor seating in the 3-story atrium lobby is a different matter of design.  

 

The Metropolitan Bar was used for a lot of "group" activities including triva plus solo music (in addition to the atrium) whereas the Belvedere Bar/lounge area a deck below was mostly a ghost town, even on sea days and the casino wasn't getting much action and pax donations either, at least on the TA ...  Be interesting to see how things compare this winter with the Galveston loop ... 

Edited February 5 by mking8288

[seemoreroyals]

34 minutes ago, graphicguy said:

This is from NCL directly…

 

“

Frank Del Rio, President and CEO of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.

„

 

 

At 965 feet (294 meters long) and more than 143,535 tons with capacity for 3,100 guests at double occupancy, Norwegian Prima offers the highest staffing levels and space ratio of any contemporary or premium cruise ship. 

 

There is a difference in occupancy and capacity. Most sources list the occupancy at 3099 guests assuming 2 per cabin.  The full capacity on Prima is closer to 4,000.  That is assuming full occupancy in all the cabins. 

 

On the cruise we were on there were several families of 4 taking advantage of the promotion where the 3rd and 4th passenger get  a deeply discounted rate.  It was packed.  If I were guessing I would say there were close to 1000 kids on our cruise.

[Seattle_Guy]

1 hour ago, seemoreroyals said:

 

We had 3700 on the cruise we were on Dec 15-22.  

I would assume this is what it will be like for us over Easter? That's probably as close to full as it gets?

[graphicguy]

Another win…Los Lobos…tableside “guac”…tuna….Pescado with green beans and slaw…oooo boy!  

[seemoreroyals]

36 minutes ago, Seattle_Guy said:

I would assume this is what it will be like for us over Easter? That's probably as close to full as it gets?

 

It will be packed for Easter I would think.  Get your specialty dinners and Donna Summer and Price is Right reservations as soon as you can.  It's a great ship just need a little planning.  Hope you have a great trip.

[graphicguy]

So, this is when I like relaxing the most.  inky dark…on the balcony…sailing away…warm breeze…just the sound of the water as we cut through it.  Pool below is empty.  Having a little drink before heading to Syd’s 

Edited February 6 by graphicguy

[graphicguy]

[seemoreroyals]

31 minutes ago, graphicguy said:

Another win…Los Lobos…tableside “guac”…tuna….Pescado with green beans and slaw…oooo boy!  

 

That pescado white fish at Los Lobos is really good.  Ended up being the best meal on our trip when we were on Prima in December.  You hardly see any reviews of anyone ordering it.  Well kept secret I guess.  

[Mommapadraig]

Whew! Finally caught up! Great review. We’ll be on the Prima in January 2025.can’t wait! 

[graphicguy]

12 hours ago, mking8288 said:

FWIW, Google Bart on Prima ... per industry sources, has a total 1,646 Cabins (including studio) and at full/double occupancy - carries 3,099 / 3,100 pax and designed to take 1,388 crew, with  a space ratio of 36.  Taking into account family cabins with triple/quads and some with berth for 5th and even 6th pax ... the expected passengers headcount ranged from 3,215 to about 3,950 (which is typically lifeboat maximum capacity for the ship).  The count reported by some sites put it at 3,099 with up to 1,506 crew members/officers.  

 

CruiseNext, Haven team (butler/concierge) and housekeeping, along with Guest Services, etc. all have the current sailing's headcounts for the given sailing ... those numbers are provided to the crew, along with nationalities (based on passport from x number of countries).  

 

We skipped the welcome back Latitude sales presentation a/k/a cocktail reception ... but I vaguely recalled our TA headcount was somewhere around 3,100 to 3,200 onboard and aside from the crowd surging at the Hudson & Commodore Room, didn't "feel" (subjectively, of course) crowded - unable to get into the smaller venues and/or find indoor seating in the 3-story atrium lobby is a different matter of design.  

 

The Metropolitan Bar was used for a lot of "group" activities including triva plus solo music (in addition to the atrium) whereas the Belvedere Bar/lounge area a deck below was mostly a ghost town, even on sea days and the casino wasn't getting much action and pax donations either, at least on the TA ...  Be interesting to see how things compare this winter with the Galveston loop ... 

Thanks.  Obviously, passenger count plus crew by law can not exceed lifeboat capacity,…

 

So , 3,900-4,000 passengers would be impossible given that would leave no lifeboats for crew.

 

I’m sticking with guest capacity at 3,100-3,200.  We’re sailing full!

 

Regarding crowds on major holidays, again can’t exceed ship capacity, but certainly more young people on board vs the mix on this sailing!

[graphicguy]

Seas were a little rough last nite.  Didn’t sleep much.  Plus, iPhone was drained by the time I got into Syd’s.  Unfortunately no pics.  But great show (Rumours)!

 

 

[graphicguy]

And, we’re in Honduras!  Temps are perfect!

 

 

[cruiseny4life]

I did a little digging this morning, because...well, I wanted to know exactly what Pr1ma can accommodate given the various numbers being thrown around. 

 

Also, are we nerds or what?!?! Haha

According to Fincatieri, 5,400 total souls can be on Pr1ma. That includes all guests and crew. Here's a screenshot, and of course the link:

 

Source: https://www.fincantieri.com/en/products-and-services/cruise-ships/norwegian-prima/

 

From Norwegian's site, there are 1,506 crew members onboard Pr1ma. Yup, a screenshot and link:

 

Source: https://www.ncl.com/cruise-ship/prima

 

Let's throw those numbers into my calculator real quick! 

 

 5,400 maximum, maximum capacity

-1,506 crew onboard

 3,894 total number of passengers possible

 

So, it would appear 3,894 is the correct number of passengers onboard, but a ship at 100% capacity would have 3,099 passengers (see NCL screenshot above). Anything over that, which all of us know, would be 103% or 105% or 10-whatever%. 

 

And so, here's why we have different numbers in this post. Everyone's right (right?), depending on how you look at maximum capacity. 

 

[cruiseny4life]

2 minutes ago, graphicguy said:

And, we’re in Honduras!  Temps are perfect!

 

 

YAY! What's the plan for today? Are you at Roatan or the mainland? Maybe some beach time to relax that foot in the cool Caribbean waters?

[graphicguy]

Had a good samaritan moment last night waiting in line for Syd’s.  Apparently, the couple waiting behind me noticed my rainbow colored ankle.  They asked what happened and I gave them the Cliffnotes version.

 

They said I could go have a seat nearby until they opened the doors.

 

Muchas Gracias!

[seemoreroyals]

1 hour ago, graphicguy said:

Thanks.  Obviously, passenger count plus crew by law can not exceed lifeboat capacity,…

 

So , 3,900-4,000 passengers would be impossible given that would leave no lifeboats for crew.

 

I’m sticking with guest capacity at 3,100-3,200.  We’re sailing full!

 

Regarding crowds on major holidays, again can’t exceed ship capacity, but certainly more young people on board vs the mix on this sailing!

 

I think you are overthinking things a bit and getting your facts mixed up.  Enjoy your vacation and don't sweat the small stuff.  Hope you are starting to feel better from your fall.

[graphicguy]

16 minutes ago, cruiseny4life said:

I did a little digging this morning, because...well, I wanted to know exactly what Pr1ma can accommodate given the various numbers being thrown around. 

 

Also, are we nerds or what?!?! Haha

According to Fincatieri, 5,400 total souls can be on Pr1ma. That includes all guests and crew. Here's a screenshot, and of course the link:

 

Source: https://www.fincantieri.com/en/products-and-services/cruise-ships/norwegian-prima/

 

From Norwegian's site, there are 1,506 crew members onboard Pr1ma. Yup, a screenshot and link:

 

Source: https://www.ncl.com/cruise-ship/prima

 

Let's throw those numbers into my calculator real quick! 

 

 5,400 maximum, maximum capacity

-1,506 crew onboard

 3,894 total number of passengers possible

 

So, it would appear 3,894 is the correct number of passengers onboard, but a ship at 100% capacity would have 3,099 passengers (see NCL screenshot above). Anything over that, which all of us know, would be 103% or 105% or 10-whatever%. 

 

And so, here's why we have different numbers in this post. Everyone's right (right?), depending on how you look at maximum capacity. 

 

I don’t doubt your numbers, and clearly they are all over the place!

 

But, you can not have more passengers in total than you have seats in lifeboats 

 

Why the discrepancy?  Who knows?

 

Maybe NCL rearranged for more retail space?  Maybe they changed some of the outdoor areas around?

 

But, all I know is our Captain said we’re sailing full at around 3,200 guests!

 

I think this “it’s too crowded” frenzy which I was thoroughly prepared for is not an issue.

 

What I do believe, if you’re sailing in colder climates and more people gather inside, that’s to be avoided!  But, if you can spend time outside i their very nice outside spaces, it’s not an issue, at all!

 

I’ve sailed the Bliss, at capacity, with 4k capacity.

 

There is no way that amount remotely fits on this ship!

 

Feel free to argue, but I don’t see 3,800-4,000 on this ship!

[wolft927]

Alright, so I am wondering where we are getting the total lifeboat capacity number from? Can anyone assist?

[schmoopie17]

15 hours ago, Mommapadraig said:

We’ll be on the Prima in January 2025.can’t wait! 

But you HAVE to wait...you have no choice...unless you have a time machine. 😁