Thread: questions on first cruise

ok some really dumb questions. will i be able to charge my mobile phone in my cabin? ive got a tux, will i get a chance to wear it?bearing in mind that its freestyle and finally whats the food really like, im a bit of a foodie

Originally Posted by smitty

ok some really dumb questions. will i be able to charge my mobile phone in my cabin? ive got a tux, will i get a chance to wear it?bearing in mind that its freestyle and finally whats the food really like, im a bit of a foodie

Okay here goes.

Remember to pack a power strip. There is only one outlet in the cabin not counting the razor outlet in the bathroom. Yes, you will be able to charge your cell phone and anything that may need recharging. The only thing I need to recharge, besides myself, is my iPod.

Formal dress is an option that some take advantage of and other do not. My wife and I are about 50/50 on when we take formal wear with us. For us it depends on who we are sailing with and what the itinerary is. If we are doing a lot of diving we usually will be somewhat tired so we forgo the formal wear.

I'm not a "foodie" but I studied cooking for a few years with thought of becoming a chef. The food aboard NCL will not be what you would consider 5 star. But, it is not Applebees or TGIFridays either. We find the food very tasty with a lot of creativity in setting the menus. The only thing I have found to complain about the food is the burgers. You will not be able to get a burger anything less than well done. Which is weird because you can get a steak medium rare.

Keep 'em coming.

PE

I'm a bit of a foodie too (OK, I am maybe even a food snob sometimes) but I figure a cruiseship's food should be absolutely fantastic. I set the bar really high. There have only been a few times when I didn't think a meal was fantastic.

In general, I think the food is best in the specialty restaurants and is worth spending a few dollars more for. But having said that, I have had some out of this world good meals in main dining rooms on several cruise lines.

I see your thread is posted under NCL. Which ship will you be on? We sailed on the Pride of Aloha in Hawaii and all the food was very good, but the Italian restaurant (forgot the name of it) was especially memorable. It was as good as any fine dining you'd find in a big city. The best food I ever had on a ship was on Regent's Voyager in the Mediterranean, where the chefs were trained at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris. Now THAT was nice!

thanks for the help; heres another question whats the voltage110 or 220? . i know what you mean about the burgers, cant stand over cooked meat

Originally Posted by Texashorselady

I'm a bit of a foodie too (OK, I am maybe even a food snob sometimes) but I figure a cruiseship's food should be absolutely fantastic. I set the bar really high. There have only been a few times when I didn't think a meal was fantastic.

In general, I think the food is best in the specialty restaurants and is worth spending a few dollars more for. But having said that, I have had some out of this world good meals in main dining rooms on several cruise lines.

I see your thread is posted under NCL. Which ship will you be on? We sailed on the Pride of Aloha in Hawaii and all the food was very good, but the Italian restaurant (forgot the name of it) was especially memorable. It was as good as any fine dining you'd find in a big city. The best food I ever had on a ship was on Regent's Voyager in the Mediterranean, where the chefs were trained at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris. Now THAT was nice!

we are on the star to mexico. thought i might try the french restaurant,it looks quite good .
isee from your countdown that your going to my favorite city on the entire planet.they really know how to cook there, particularly the specialist catalan restaraunts. hola barca!!!

Originally Posted by smitty

thanks for the help; heres another question whats the voltage110 or 220? . i know what you mean about the burgers, cant stand over cooked meat

The electricity in your cabin will be 110V.

Yes, you will want to try the French restaurant aboard NCL ships. Le Bistro was the first alternate dining option on any mass market cruise line. It was started on The Norway back in the mid 80's. The menu had not really changed until very recently. With Steakhouses being very prevalent on the newer NCL ships Le Bistro have modified their menu to reflect more of a French ideal of dining. I would suggest the Chateaubriand. We had it on our last cruise to celebrate our anniversary and it was wonderful

PE

Originally Posted by Planersedge

The electricity in your cabin will be 110V.

Yes, you will want to try the French restaurant aboard NCL ships. Le Bistro was the first alternate dining option on any mass market cruise line. It was started on The Norway back in the mid 80's. The menu had not really changed until very recently. With Steakhouses being very prevalent on the newer NCL ships Le Bistro have modified their menu to reflect more of a French ideal of dining. I would suggest the Chateaubriand. We had it on our last cruise to celebrate our anniversary and it was wonderful

PE

thanks for the info your a great guide,if i think of anything else i hope i will be able to call on your help again.

many thanks

davy

We were on the Dawn in August and October and went to LeBistro a few times.

We really loved the short rib and filet. It was excellent.

Enjoy your cruise.

p e got another one for you: when your disembarking how long does it take to get off the ship as ive got to pick up a car at lax and i need to know what time to book it for?

Originally Posted by smitty

p e got another one for you: when your disembarking how long does it take to get off the ship as ive got to pick up a car at lax and i need to know what time to book it for?

I have never been on a cruise out of LA before so I cannot answer.

However, when we have disembarked in Boston (2 times) and NYC (3 times) we were off and in our car at the pier by 9:30am everytime.

Hopefully someone can answer regarding the situation at LAX.