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Re: ms Koningsdam Joins The Holland America Line Fleet

bill fitzell — Fri, 01 Apr 2016 16:16:15 -0000

great looking ship-can't wait to sail in here..

Re: A Hope For The Return Of Cruising To Istanbul, Turkey

Liz Holtzclaw — Tue, 22 Mar 2016 10:51:36 -0000

Mike, so glad to read this post. I have clients booked on Viking Star next March, and glad that Viking hasn't sucommed to the fear and cancelled. I loved Istanbul and Ephesus, would hate to see it removed forever. Brussels this morning demonstrates your point.

Re: Holland America Line Charts A New Course

LIguy13 — Sun, 20 Mar 2016 12:16:46 -0000

My favorite Line!!

Re: Disney Announces New Ships For Disney Cruise Line

Renee Hendren — Wed, 09 Mar 2016 09:49:03 -0000

would be nice to have a disney cruise going out of no fly from ny, new jersy

Re: Renderings Leaked Of New Ship For Virgin Cruises

II2None69 — Sun, 31 Jan 2016 21:29:48 -0000

I agree with that! Let them have the studio-type cabins the way NCL does. I was in one on the new Escape, and there was plenty of room for one, and it was too sweet. Add a Studio-type Lounge and I'll be onboard!

Re: Norwegian Unveils New Campaign, Urging Cruisers To “Feel Free”

Mind Speaker — Fri, 08 Jan 2016 13:54:40 -0000

I just returned from a cruise aboard the Norwegian Getaway. This is my 10th cruise, 7th with NCL, and I am looking for a NEW cruise line. The hospitality is gone! I didn't seek out this article, it just so happens to have been right in my face. The pendulum has swung so far in the opposite direction that, Not once in 7 days was I offered a drink much less a smile, with the exception of a few staff members. I hope the other Cruise lines don't follow this model or I will be looking for new ways to enjoy a vacation. I spoke to many guests who felt the same way. They couldn't get a drink because of long awful lines or waiting for the server to return. I personally didn't care too much about the drinks but that is just the best example of the guest services you can expect. If you didn't make a reservation 6 weeks or more in advance for dinner or a SHOW forget about it. I have always loved cruising and we are a Gold Tier on NCL. You're "FREE" alright; NO ONE NOTICES YOU’RE ON BOARD. I have always loved cruising for the above and beyond hospitality. I was beyond disappointed. I attempted diligently each day to assume it was just a bad day for some staff...Nope it was 7 days of truly disappointment. I just had to laugh about it because there wasn't any need to be upset. I was stuck unless I wanted to jump ship, which I thought seriously about doing. I thought very serious about staying on one of the islands for a week then flying home. Well, I'm off now and I'm planning on jumping ship! If anyone knows of a cruise line that still has wonderful guest services please respond so I can check them out. I was given lots of good feedback from other disappointed passengers on the Norwegian Getaway about Royal Caribbean. Anyone have any feedback on that cruise line? Would love to know! I hope others provide feedback to NCL because while on ship I heard so many people complain and that isn't the norm! I will say our room steward was a great asset!

Re: Terror Shouldn’t Stop Us From Traveling

Nicholas Sabalos, Jr. — Sat, 05 Dec 2015 03:56:10 -0000

Here, here, Mike! Go get 'em!

Re: #MikeAtSea: First Impressions of Viking Star

Nicholas Sabalos, Jr. — Mon, 23 Nov 2015 02:05:39 -0000

Hope you're having the time of your already-exciting-and-adventurous life, Mike!

Re: #MikeAtSea: First Impressions of Viking Star

Scott McNutt — Wed, 18 Nov 2015 12:02:28 -0000

Sounds like they really pay attention to the small details. I hope to sail with them someday!

Re: Sailing Preview: Viking Star “Empires of the Mediterranean”

JD Lasica — Mon, 16 Nov 2015 16:07:12 -0000

Looking forward to joining you on Viking Star, Mike. As you say, she's quite a ship. Exciting that you're launching a new blog to mark the journey!

Re: 11 Signs You Are Addicted To Cruising

DB and The Princess — Mon, 09 Nov 2015 16:01:54 -0000

All of your family members always greet you with "So, when is your next cruise?"

Re: Sailing Preview: Anthem of the Seas

Matt Hochberg — Wed, 04 Nov 2015 12:52:16 -0000

See you onboard!

Re: Weekly Roundup: Celebrity Renovations & Carnival’s New Cozumel Pier

Liz Holtzclaw — Mon, 12 Oct 2015 09:37:37 -0000

So glad to hear this. The M class is my favorite ship design across all lines and brands.

Re: Crystal Cruises Offers New Adventure Options

Acadia Mind — Sun, 27 Sep 2015 08:17:55 -0000

There are indeed plenty of adventures in Acadia National Park. Not only can you run on the carriage roads and hike the easy Ocean Path, you can also climb the Precipice Trail or bike the carriage roads. For more ideas you can check out our blog. To avoid looking like spam I don't put a live link here. Just click on my user name and then click on the link to the blog in the Acadia Mind profile.

Re: Norwegian Escape Begins Ems River Conveyance

Mike Faust — Sun, 20 Sep 2015 12:06:14 -0000

Absolutely! I'll be aboard the Norwegian Escape for a preview cruise in November, stay tuned for my coverage of her onboard amenities and offerings. Enjoy your upcoming sailing!

Re: Norwegian Escape Begins Ems River Conveyance

DB and The Princess — Sun, 20 Sep 2015 10:51:41 -0000

We are really looking forward to this new ship and can't wait for our cruise on her in Jan 2016. Thanks for the update Mike!

Re: 6 Cities That Should Be Cruise Ship Home Ports

Nicholas Sabalos, Jr. — Sat, 19 Sep 2015 21:12:48 -0000

I'd like to add Orlando to that list of distinguished Florida cities that need some cruise ships homeported in them. We get so much rain here, perhaps we can time their arrivals/departures with the daily deluge.

Re: Day 7 Aboard Holland-America’s Eurodam

Elleblue Jones — Wed, 26 Aug 2015 10:40:25 -0000

You cannot beat Holland America (HAL) for beauty and customer service. The crew work very hard and are a delight to interact with.

Re: The Love Boat & Modern Day Cruising

Dawn W. — Sun, 09 Aug 2015 14:17:20 -0000

The size of cabins on ships seems to have grown. ... really? Most if not all of the rooms on the Love Boat had room for a couch and chair. I've been on two cruises and there was barely enough room for the beds. In today's comparison you'd have to compare them to suites, not the standard rooms most passengers get.

Re: Royal Caribbean or P&O?

Victoria Haneveer — Wed, 20 May 2015 08:53:41 -0000

Tipping isn't optional on RC, we've cruised 3 times with them and it's added on. What is optional is extra tipping at the end of the cruise if anyone went above and beyond. I wasn't keen on Princess Cruises. I've never done P&O although my mother and sister are boarding one right now as I type!!! Their first cruise.

Re: Viking Star to be Christened in Norway

DB and The Princess — Tue, 07 Apr 2015 19:08:20 -0000

This ship looks great. Would definitely consider sailing on one of these Viking ocean cruises one day.

Re: Renderings Leaked Of New Ship For Virgin Cruises

melanie salter — Wed, 25 Mar 2015 18:07:43 -0000

Virgin Cruises should scrap single supplements

Re: 8 Reasons An Interior Stateroom Can Be Perfect For Any Cruiser

DB and The Princess — Sun, 22 Mar 2015 19:16:34 -0000

Could not agree more Mike! The money we save on interior cabins we use for other things, such as tours and drinks! If you want to see and smile the ocean, there is always the pool deck.

Re: 8 Reasons An Interior Stateroom Can Be Perfect For Any Cruiser

Alda Lopes Moreira — Mon, 16 Mar 2015 07:48:33 -0000

I love the interior cabins for all the reasons you shared :) It's only to sleep...If I wanted to stay in my cabin, I would stay at home :)

Re: Cruise from Maine to Nova Scotia

Joann — Thu, 05 Mar 2015 16:33:38 -0000

Great way to travel. Lots of fun