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immargaret
Guest
Is anyone else cruising with us this week on the Star. We would love to chat with others on our sailing.
Margaret
Margaret
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Luci
Guest
Hi. I am crusing this Friday, Feb. 25, 05. I will be writing a cruise review on March 6th. Is there anything special that you would like for me to check out on the STAR?
My cabin is located AFT with a window near the wrap around balconies cabins. I plan to ask my neighbors to take a look at them. I will be on deck 8.
This is my second time on the NCL STAR.
My cabin is located AFT with a window near the wrap around balconies cabins. I plan to ask my neighbors to take a look at them. I will be on deck 8.
This is my second time on the NCL STAR.
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immargaret
Guest
Hi Luci,
I currently have a BA cabin located on the aft (#8676 I think). If you have a chance to peek in to that cabin I would love any details you can get. Also, I would love to know if the cabin doors are metal. I'm thinking of possibly decorating the door with magnets I print up...maybe. Also, I would love to know if anyone decorates their balconys while in port, with windsocks or christmas lights to make them stand out. I know it sounds weird, but on some of the cruises I have been on I felt left out because I didn't think to bring these items with me.
Enjoy your cruise, and come back and submit a review when you return.
Margaret
I currently have a BA cabin located on the aft (#8676 I think). If you have a chance to peek in to that cabin I would love any details you can get. Also, I would love to know if the cabin doors are metal. I'm thinking of possibly decorating the door with magnets I print up...maybe. Also, I would love to know if anyone decorates their balconys while in port, with windsocks or christmas lights to make them stand out. I know it sounds weird, but on some of the cruises I have been on I felt left out because I didn't think to bring these items with me.
Enjoy your cruise, and come back and submit a review when you return.
Margaret
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Luci
Guest
Hi Margaret. I am in the habit of putting up a sign that says Cruise ADDICT from this website that was created a long time ago from boB. I think it was him who created the sign. People loved my sign.
My cabin number is 8668. Is your cabin/balcony located on a corner with a wrap around balcony? I will check out the cabins as soon as I get on the ship. The doors may still be open while they are cleaning the cabins. I do plan to say hello to my balcony neighbors.
My cabin number is 8668. Is your cabin/balcony located on a corner with a wrap around balcony? I will check out the cabins as soon as I get on the ship. The doors may still be open while they are cleaning the cabins. I do plan to say hello to my balcony neighbors.
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immargaret
Guest
There are 2 BA catagorys on the aft, next to the romance suites (with the wrap around decks). I believe the 2 BA's are in the center of the aft, if that makes sense.
Thanks,
Margaret
Thanks,
Margaret
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Luci
Guest
Yes, there are two balcony cabins right in the middle next to the wrap around balconies. I will try to take a peek at them too.
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Cindy & Ed
Guest
We are going on the Star on 4/30/05 with 2 other couples. We are also on deck 8 but inside cabins. DH and I had a balcony on our honeymoon, but last year we got inside cabins when we traveled with friends to save $. We still had a great time, and I actually slept better with the inside cabin. (I am a very light sleeper) So this year, we recruited another couple and all decided to go with inside cabins to save $ (we booked an inside cabin guarantee for the price of a Deck 4 inside cabin, and within a week we had assigned cabins on Deck 8). We are all pretty active and don't spend a lot of time in our rooms except to sleep, so it made sense for us. I am sure that if it was just DH and I, we would probably spring for a balcony again, as it was pretty romantic. Boy wouldn't one of those Garden Villas on the top deck be a dream! I am wondering if they are not sold out, if they will give tours?
From the research I have done, the ship looks GREAT, and we are all really excited. Onboard, we are most interested in finding out which of the surcharge rests are worth the $. I have heard conflicting opinions on this. We are especially interested in Ginza (all areas), as some of us love Sushi and don't get the opportunity to get it in Ohio. Also, this group we are traveling with used to go to a Japanese steakhouse at least once a month, but now there is nothing local so we would love to try out the teppanyaki room. We are also interested in the nightlife on board. I think the Spinnaker Lounge looks like fun, but the 360deg vidcam isn't that great. I read that it has a dancefloor and live music stage. Would like to confirm, as that is what this group is into. And also what type of live entertainment they have onboard and if they will still be with the ship on the 4/30 sailing.
I am also interested in any information that we can get on the ports. All of these ports are new to us as we have traveled to the other side of Mexico and the Caribbean. I read that 3 of the 4 ports are tendered. Would like to know how this ship handles the tender process, as last year on Carnival we had one tender in Grand Cayman, and it was a nightmare. To their credit it was a problem with some idiots messing around going through customs that held us up, and they were removed from the ship and not allowed to continue on the cruise. But still we were advised to get up early, get our tender tags, and even if we would have gotten off the ship when we were supposed to, it would have been a long morning sitting around and waiting. I would appreciate knowing in advance, what the procedure is, and how you cruising "pros" handle tenders. Also, we want to make the most out of our time on shore, but not sure if we need to pre-book tours. Some of the days are short. Would appreciate any information you find on this topic.
Well both of you have great trips and I look forward to reading your reviews! Thanks! Cindy
From the research I have done, the ship looks GREAT, and we are all really excited. Onboard, we are most interested in finding out which of the surcharge rests are worth the $. I have heard conflicting opinions on this. We are especially interested in Ginza (all areas), as some of us love Sushi and don't get the opportunity to get it in Ohio. Also, this group we are traveling with used to go to a Japanese steakhouse at least once a month, but now there is nothing local so we would love to try out the teppanyaki room. We are also interested in the nightlife on board. I think the Spinnaker Lounge looks like fun, but the 360deg vidcam isn't that great. I read that it has a dancefloor and live music stage. Would like to confirm, as that is what this group is into. And also what type of live entertainment they have onboard and if they will still be with the ship on the 4/30 sailing.
I am also interested in any information that we can get on the ports. All of these ports are new to us as we have traveled to the other side of Mexico and the Caribbean. I read that 3 of the 4 ports are tendered. Would like to know how this ship handles the tender process, as last year on Carnival we had one tender in Grand Cayman, and it was a nightmare. To their credit it was a problem with some idiots messing around going through customs that held us up, and they were removed from the ship and not allowed to continue on the cruise. But still we were advised to get up early, get our tender tags, and even if we would have gotten off the ship when we were supposed to, it would have been a long morning sitting around and waiting. I would appreciate knowing in advance, what the procedure is, and how you cruising "pros" handle tenders. Also, we want to make the most out of our time on shore, but not sure if we need to pre-book tours. Some of the days are short. Would appreciate any information you find on this topic.
Well both of you have great trips and I look forward to reading your reviews! Thanks! Cindy
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Hikini
Guest
We were on the Star to AK last June. It is a VERY beautiful ship. The Spinnaker Lounge is great - a very big room and they do have a dance floor and many times a live band.
They use this lounge for many different things, so it isn't always a place to go and relax, but there are floor to ceiling windows and it's a great place to watch the view go by.
They use this room for bingo, many musical performances, game shows, the talent show, the comedian, etc. My one complaint about the room is that there are stainless steel rails and posts throughout the seating area and they do obstruct views some of the time.
The 2 main dining rooms, Versailles and Aqua serve the same food but have different decor. Aqua is more contemporary and Versailles is very elegant. I recommend that you have the old English style fish and chips in the Blue Lagoon. I've heard their hamburgers are great too, but we loved the fish and chips so much that's all we ordered in there!
In the Java Cafe you can buy espressos and the like, but the cookies are free - help yourself!
I know you'll love the ship! Have fun!
Hikini
They use this lounge for many different things, so it isn't always a place to go and relax, but there are floor to ceiling windows and it's a great place to watch the view go by.
They use this room for bingo, many musical performances, game shows, the talent show, the comedian, etc. My one complaint about the room is that there are stainless steel rails and posts throughout the seating area and they do obstruct views some of the time.
The 2 main dining rooms, Versailles and Aqua serve the same food but have different decor. Aqua is more contemporary and Versailles is very elegant. I recommend that you have the old English style fish and chips in the Blue Lagoon. I've heard their hamburgers are great too, but we loved the fish and chips so much that's all we ordered in there!
In the Java Cafe you can buy espressos and the like, but the cookies are free - help yourself!
I know you'll love the ship! Have fun!
Hikini
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Luci
Guest
I AM BACKKK!!! I had a fantastic time and have a lot to report to you all.
To immargaret........ I looked at the wraparound balcony cabin and I looked at your cabin at the back and I am happy to say that both cabins have the same amenities and furniture and square footage. The only difference is the wraparound deck that gets smaller as you walk around it. The senior couple let me take a peek at their room and balcony. I remember your cabin has a king size bed, a square table with four chairs, a coffee table, a small sofa, a super modern sleek television, a very private dressing area with closets, mirror/dresser, chair,
and a bath tub/shower. I also noticed there were little bottles of soaps, lotions, etc.
The cabin steward gave me permission to look at your cabin. It had a very private balcony. Yeah!!
The ship has great stablelizers so it was a smooth cruise ride. It only gets rough returning home to L.A. because the ship is going faster to get into port in time BUT ....... I love the slight rocking of the ship anyway. It's no big deal. "Yeah"! My cabin 8668 was the last cabin near your cabin with a large window. I loved it.
To Cindy and Ed....... Please read my cruise review on Tuesday, March 8th, 05. I have soooo much information on all of your questions .... Plus more that you didn't ask. The people in the inside cabins were happy with their cabins too.
I came home really happy and tired and need to rest right now. I have so much to write about.
If anyone has any more questions after reading my cruise review I will answer your questions.
Talk to you all later.
To immargaret........ I looked at the wraparound balcony cabin and I looked at your cabin at the back and I am happy to say that both cabins have the same amenities and furniture and square footage. The only difference is the wraparound deck that gets smaller as you walk around it. The senior couple let me take a peek at their room and balcony. I remember your cabin has a king size bed, a square table with four chairs, a coffee table, a small sofa, a super modern sleek television, a very private dressing area with closets, mirror/dresser, chair,
and a bath tub/shower. I also noticed there were little bottles of soaps, lotions, etc.
The cabin steward gave me permission to look at your cabin. It had a very private balcony. Yeah!!
The ship has great stablelizers so it was a smooth cruise ride. It only gets rough returning home to L.A. because the ship is going faster to get into port in time BUT ....... I love the slight rocking of the ship anyway. It's no big deal. "Yeah"! My cabin 8668 was the last cabin near your cabin with a large window. I loved it.
To Cindy and Ed....... Please read my cruise review on Tuesday, March 8th, 05. I have soooo much information on all of your questions .... Plus more that you didn't ask. The people in the inside cabins were happy with their cabins too.
I came home really happy and tired and need to rest right now. I have so much to write about.
If anyone has any more questions after reading my cruise review I will answer your questions.
Talk to you all later.
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immargaret
Guest
Thanks so much for the information Luci.....now I'm really looking forward to this cruise. I'm waiting for the rest of your review on Tuesday.
Margaret
Margaret
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Luci
Guest
Hi Margaret. I wrote my cruise review. If you have any questions let me know. I wish I was still on the ship. I loved the food, activities, dancing at the Spinnaker lounge. They also had a Big Band in the early evenings too. I plan to go on that ship again soon. Luci
Cindy and Ed. You are both going to love this ship too. This is the ship for dancing if you love to dance. I danced all night almost everynight. What deck do you have A CABIN ?
Cindy and Ed. You are both going to love this ship too. This is the ship for dancing if you love to dance. I danced all night almost everynight. What deck do you have A CABIN ?
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stanger66
Guest
Hi Margaret. It looks like you are the only one from the other board that has found this one. I was looking for something else when I stumbled upon it.
stanger
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immargaret
Guest
Howdy stranger,
I've posted on several different cruise forum boards looking for other cruisers going with us. They must be out there some where. If anyone is reading this and cruising on the STAR on 4/14 we are planning a meeting on Friday 4/15 (our first full sea day) at 3 PM in the Star Bar.
Margaret
I've posted on several different cruise forum boards looking for other cruisers going with us. They must be out there some where. If anyone is reading this and cruising on the STAR on 4/14 we are planning a meeting on Friday 4/15 (our first full sea day) at 3 PM in the Star Bar.
Margaret
