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meanjean
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My 2 sisters, my mom and I just returned from a cruise on the NCL Wind. I don't know why it got so many bad reviews. My 2 biggest complaints were that the ship was not stabilized very well and therefore there was a lot of movement felt whenever we were at sea, and my bed mattress was shaped like a hammock. Every AM I awoke with a back/neck ache. Other than that (and USAir losing my luggage!), I have no major complaints. The ship was clean, no foul odors, no long lines (except occassionally at the buffet lines), great entertainment, good attitude of crew and an enjoyable time had by all.
I would suggest you save your lounge chairs in the mornings of the "at sea" days and make reservations early for dinner if you want to make a certain show or have plans after dinner. The service was pretty good, but expect to spend at least 1.5 hrs. in the dining room for supper.
We had an OV on the promenade deck and we saw joggers outside in the mornings so we had to keep our curtains closed while changing our clothes---just in case. At night was the only time they could actually see into the room so we had to remember we could be watched. We spent very little time in the cabin at night before retiring so it was no problem whatsoever.
As a precaution---pack extra undies, an extra outfit, toiletries,shoes and a swimsuit in your carry-on in case YOUR luggage is lost. I did not have travel insurance and booked my flight independently so NCL would only give me a t-shirt, a toiletry bag and 1 free laundry service (all my clothes) as a courtesy. USAIR allowed me $225. because my clothes did not arrive until the 3rd day but I had to turn in my receipts. Even tho I only spent $100, they still cut me a check for the total amount. I was bumped from my return flight home and earned a free RT ticket and a free upgrade to 1st class on my flight. I was pleased to take the bump so that I could spend the night with my son's family. They might have paid for a hotel if I had asked for one.
WE visited the orphanage in Roatan and felt like it was the highlight of our cruise. We took the children gifts and pre-arranged to tour the ministry there. Brad and Debbie are such wonderful Christians and we plan to support them in the future.
The gym is very small and very crowded between 7-8 AM. There are only 4 treadmills , a few steppers and 5 bikes so get there early or sleep in late. The weight room was separate and didn't seem to be overcrowded. They have a free steam room and sauna but nobody was ever using them when I was in there.
If you have any specific questions, I'd be happy to answer them.
I would suggest you save your lounge chairs in the mornings of the "at sea" days and make reservations early for dinner if you want to make a certain show or have plans after dinner. The service was pretty good, but expect to spend at least 1.5 hrs. in the dining room for supper.
We had an OV on the promenade deck and we saw joggers outside in the mornings so we had to keep our curtains closed while changing our clothes---just in case. At night was the only time they could actually see into the room so we had to remember we could be watched. We spent very little time in the cabin at night before retiring so it was no problem whatsoever.
As a precaution---pack extra undies, an extra outfit, toiletries,shoes and a swimsuit in your carry-on in case YOUR luggage is lost. I did not have travel insurance and booked my flight independently so NCL would only give me a t-shirt, a toiletry bag and 1 free laundry service (all my clothes) as a courtesy. USAIR allowed me $225. because my clothes did not arrive until the 3rd day but I had to turn in my receipts. Even tho I only spent $100, they still cut me a check for the total amount. I was bumped from my return flight home and earned a free RT ticket and a free upgrade to 1st class on my flight. I was pleased to take the bump so that I could spend the night with my son's family. They might have paid for a hotel if I had asked for one.
WE visited the orphanage in Roatan and felt like it was the highlight of our cruise. We took the children gifts and pre-arranged to tour the ministry there. Brad and Debbie are such wonderful Christians and we plan to support them in the future.
The gym is very small and very crowded between 7-8 AM. There are only 4 treadmills , a few steppers and 5 bikes so get there early or sleep in late. The weight room was separate and didn't seem to be overcrowded. They have a free steam room and sauna but nobody was ever using them when I was in there.
If you have any specific questions, I'd be happy to answer them.
), and went to Carlos and Charlies and Senor Frogs. We also went to Pancho's Backyard and some other great places I will have to tell you about. We had a great day there.