Anyone wanna join us?

[Gypsy]

I'm booking an NCL cruise out of Miami leaving February 6, 2016 on their newest ship The Escape! Ports are St. Thomas, Tortolla and Nassau. I would love to have some Jokers on board!!

[dvandentop]

sounds like a great couple stops, how many day trip?

[Gypsy]

7 days, it's a Saturday to Saturday. They are offering freebies this month so I want to take advantage. I already get drink cards through the casino, so I'm going to choose the dining package. The ship looks amazing, it's first voyage is in November.

[clemi]

Would love to see a cruise meet! I've never cruised before.

[Jen Jen]

Oh, I think I could talk Troy into going.

[Gypsy]

If anyone wants to check pricing, call the Casino at Seas program directly. They offer discounts and sometimes comped cruises if you've cruised with them before, and you get the drink card by booking through them! Their number is (877) 752-9625.

[seemoreroyals]

Sounds like a great idea and a great time and a fun time will be had by all but I think the timing will be bad for us Our Anniversary is Feb. 14th and my SO will probably want to go to Tahoe and I will be outvoted but you never know.

[twinslotaddicts]

Sounds AMAZING and I love NCL!!! I'll talk to my girl and check out pricing.

Ang

[nhmajik]

I wish we had more time and money....too many trips, I want to join in on them all.

[Blase]

Damn I might be interested!! I've been reading a lot about this new ship.

[Gypsy]

Sounds like a great idea and a great time and a fun time will be had by all but I think the timing will be bad for us Our Anniversary is Feb. 14th and my SO will probably want to go to Tahoe and I will be outvoted but you never know.

Tell Sassy that this new ship will have the largest casino at sea!!

[dvandentop]

wow nice might have to look into it

[Gypsy]

seemoreroyals you may be able to get the cruise for free so check that number I posted and tell them you are 7 stars with CET!

[Cyndyga]

Gypsy how does casino at sea handle singles I guess I will call...sounds like fun and my Dad says no more for him at 90...

[Nhcris]

Cyndy, if you book through the casino there is usually no single supplement! Also, NCL's new ship have studios that are designed for singles (they are tiny but adorable).

I am thinking this idea could have some real potential Gypsy!!

[Blase]

Cyndy if I went I would be a single too!

[Blase]

Here is a YouTube video kjell28 texted me....

https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=F853SI5dBCw

[kjell28]

Man that's tempting.....a brewhouse on board and Margaritaville....love cruising.!Not keen on Bahamas, but it would be my first cruise out of Miami...hmm.

[Blase]

Can we talk pricing in here or is that uncouth? I would be curious to know what you paid, if you got a discount, etc. Or for those of us who are seriously interested, it would help to post what you were quoted when you call.

[Blase]

Man that's tempting.....a brewhouse on board and Margaritaville....love cruising.!Not keen on Bahamas, but it would be my first cruise out of Miami...hmm.

We could always stay on boat during Bahamas stop if not interested... Or just hit up Atlantis for the day. [emoji6][emoji6][emoji6]

[Gypsy]

I usually get comped for 2 and just pay taxes and some other fee so like $1,000, but I totally upgraded, so I'm in a Spa mini suite. Also no comp for me on this cruise just the standard diamond discount 20 percent.

[CPT]

Online it's showing a balcony for $1099, however I looked before work and I swear it was less than that. That's regular rate with no casino involvement. Tempting!

[Gypsy]

Plus the special they are running for March is great. You can choose one; Ultimate drink, dining, gratuities or onboard credit. Like I said, I chose dining because of the drink card, but if you get the beverage package, that is good at all bars on the ship. The drink card is only good in the casino or the casino bar.

[Blase]

Plus the special they are running for March is great. You can choose one; Ultimate drink, dining, gratuities or onboard credit. Like I said, I chose dining because of the drink card, but if you get the beverage package, that is good at all bars on the ship. The drink card is only good in the casino or the casino bar.

Yeah that's a great deal. And if you book a suite or a Haven room you get all four deals!!

[CPT]

Oh that was for 2 people, 1 person for a balcony is $2198.. $1099 for a Studio. If went, I'd be sleeping in low class for sure! Haha

[Gypsy]

The studios are actually really cute. We toured them on our last cruise and while they are small, or cozy lol, I actually thought they were larger than they looked once inside. If I was cruising solo I would totally go for it, or if you really want a balcony, just pair up with someone.

[Gypsy]

Yeah that's a great deal. And if you book a suite or a Haven room you get all four deals!!

Even better, but Haven is really expensive!

[Gypsy]

Here is a YouTube video kjell28 texted me....

https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=F853SI5dBCw

Great video, thanks for sharing you guys!

[Gypsy]

Gypsy how does casino at sea handle singles I guess I will call...sounds like fun and my Dad says no more for him at 90...

I am not sure how that works, because DH loves to cruise, sorry but I'm sure Chris knows how it works.

[Blase]

Even better, but Haven is really expensive!

Yeah and I checked and there are barely any of those left anyway.

[CPT]

The studios are actually really cute. We toured them on our last cruise and while they are small, or cozy lol, I actually thought they were larger than they looked once inside. If I was cruising solo I would totally go for it, or if you really want a balcony, just pair up with someone.

I checked out a YouTube video of the Studios on the Breakaway and they do look really cool for just one person. You can twist my arm in Vegas, although I'll miss out on the March freebies. I've always wanted to cruise and this looks like an amazing option for a cruise noob!

[Gypsy]

I wouldn't worry too much about missing the March specials, they run those periodically and the cruise is almost a year out. Also, FYI, if anyone is considering the cruise, when you book it you have to pay the deposit which is $500 for 2, not sure about 1. And then the remainder is not due until 45 days from sailing, or you could pay down on it if you wanted.

[CPT]

I wouldn't worry too much about missing the March specials, they run those periodically and the cruise is almost a year out. Also, FYI, if anyone is considering the cruise, when you book it you have to pay the deposit which is $500 for 2, not sure about 1. And then the remainder is not due until 45 days out, or you could pay down on it if you wanted.

Well then heck, lets get the Haven, plenty of time to pay! Haha Good to know!

[dvandentop]

Cyndy if I went I would be a single too!

Geez poor dh! Never get to have fun

Great video, thanks for sharing you guys!


Will have to check out video

[Blase]

Geez poor dh! Never get to have fun

He's not a fan of cruising. Probably be a girls' trip with my friends who are coming to Vegas with me!

I am really excited about this! Going to call Casino At Sea tomorrow.

[dvandentop]

He's not a fan of cruising. Probably be a girls' trip with my friends who are coming to Vegas with me!

I am really excited about this! Going to call Casino At Sea tomorrow.

Well i will give ya a pass then. I was starting to feel sorry for him haha. Will have to look at this ship once i can tear myself away from tv

[Blase]

Here is a nice LONG thread on the Escape. Started way back in March of 2014 so there may be a lot of old outdated information, but the newer pages are good.

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2016503

[Blase]

Well i will give ya a pass then. I was starting to feel sorry for him haha. Will have to look at this ship once i can tear myself away from tv

Ha ha don't feel bad... We are headed to Colorado this summer to his favorite place on Earth, AWESTRUCK and then will probably be going to England this fall for more Liverpool soccer matches. He gets plenty of fun!!

http://www.awestruckinestespark.com

[Blase]

OK I called Casino at Sea, and for three people in a balcony cabin, it would be $2659.38 (total). That reflects my 20% diamond discount. So about $900 per person, which isn't bad for a balcony cabin. Also would include the drink card for the casino, even though I've never sailed with them before.

[Laurie]

OK I called Casino at Sea, and for three people in a balcony cabin, it would be $2659.38 (total). That reflects my 20% diamond discount. So about $900 per person, which isn't bad for a balcony cabin. Also would include the drink card for the casino, even though I've never sailed with them before.

That is a great deal!


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[Gypsy]

OK I called Casino at Sea, and for three people in a balcony cabin, it would be $2659.38 (total). That reflects my 20% diamond discount. So about $900 per person, which isn't bad for a balcony cabin. Also would include the drink card for the casino, even though I've never sailed with them before.

That is a good deal for that ship. Keep in mind that is probably just 2 drink cards per cabin. At least that's how it was for me last year when I was checking prices for a girls cruise.

[Cyndyga]

I called too and it would be about 1050 for a studio for just me and 2100 or so for 2 in a balcony reflecting a 10-20% diamond discount... thinking about it!!!

[Cyndyga]

I think my daughter would like norweigan so maybe I can treat her...or just come solo!!!

[Georgiagambler]

Cyndyga I remember last year Cherokee had Cruise vouchers for NCL maybe they will do one later in the year for you

[Evoni]

I love to cruise but it's looking like I'll have to take a pass on it this time due to the dates. :)

[dvandentop]

niiiice! that is a good discount

[dvandentop]

damn just looked at the video looks amazing! i bet if i showed wife she would be in!

[Cyndyga]

Cyndyga I remember last year Cherokee had Cruise vouchers for NCL maybe they will do one later in the year for you

Yes I remember never went up to get it but I will keep my eye out for it...

[FL Mary]

I might be interested in this. I have done NCL before and loved it. I need to think about it.

[Gypsy]

When I booked I found out it was also 1/2 deposit. Woohoo, booked the Spa mini suite w/balcony!

[Blase]

So in light of SoCalRob's post about his cruise today, I have cruising on my mind. Has anyone else signed up for this one? Unfortunately my free cruise certificate does not go out far enough to encompass this cruise, but maybe I'll get another certificate before then which I could use for this one.

I think it would be such a blast if a bunch of us signed up! Also I talked to my friend Heather a while ago about this, and she said her and her husband would be interested too!

[dvandentop]

was thinking of this one when u guys were talking cruises in tahoe also

[dvandentop]

Mlife just partnered with celebrity cruises also wonder if ties are cut with royal carib after this program starts?

[Blase]

Mlife just partnered with celebrity cruises also wonder if ties are cut with royal carib after this program starts?

Hmmm I hadn't heard about that! Too bad we aren't both partnered on the same cruise line!

[dvandentop]

Hmmm I hadn't heard about that! Too bad we aren't both partnered on the same cruise line!

that would be ideal for sure cruise ships wouldnt know what happened to it. maybe next M&G on a cruise?

[RiverSong]

I should have been born rich! So many things to do!

[Gypsy]

Yay, renewed interest!

[Blase]

So Gypsy, what type of room do you have booked? I can't believe the Haven rooms are sold out already for this cruise! (actually, they have been for a while as I remember seeing that when I first looked a few months ago!)

[Gypsy]

We booked a spa mini suite, which of course does have a balcony Blase. Copied from NCL: Spa Mini-Suites feature tranquil spa décor and include a king-size bed, oversized waterfall shower and multiple body spray jets, easy access to the adjacent Mandara Spa and fitness center, as well as complimentary access to the Thermal Spa Suites during regular Spa hours.