), The bottom line is that everyone should keep in mind that they are reading ONE person's opinion and advice. There is no perfect cruise, just the next one in the future. Have a fabulous cruise in December and I hope your wife wins the championship!!! On 11/30/2022 at 12:19 PM, CDR Benson said: 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. I did the same, the first time I had a butler. The times as well as dates for these reservations, were not acceptable. Since its launch in 2013, Norwegian's The Haven has positioned itself to be the true definition of luxury. They will send you a barcode. so all the decks below deck 14 on the Joy, forward facing Haven suites have normal sized balconies? This area was my absolute favorite place on the ship. Designed with guests in mind, Norwegian has created a retreat so luxe, effortless . Now lets talk butler. and use your own good judgment! The water and mixers are replenished upon consumption. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Next Page 1 of 92 Sthrngary 3.2k October 19, 2018 Birmingham, AL #1 Posted February 13, 2022 2022 Update of the original post from 2019 This content is very long and detailed. And all of the requests we gave them for room items were completely ignored, and we had to start from scratch with the butler, which was fine. Then I figured it out. They will book as many as you prefer. Watch out though, this deletes the other floors, other guests might have checked prior to your arrival in the elevator. It was no issue and all the folks around me were a little envious. NEW DELHI, July 21 (Reuters) - Women in India's northeastern state of Manipur attacked the house of the main suspect in a sexual assault case that has enraged the nation, state police said on Friday. My recommendations are to gain close to the same experience on a mainstream cruise brand. Try The Haven if you want to splurge. The coffee machine there made a better cup of specialty coffee then I can get at a coffee shop at home. I printed it out (only 12 pages) and he will gladly read it as we approach our cruise. Also, thank you for taking the high road in responding todetractors. Feb 2020 we got 1 in before the world shut down (1 week in Easter Island for the annual Tapaki Rapa Nui Festival followed by 2 weeks around S America on the Star. The seating is beyond comfortable. Cruises are what you make of them. I was in IT before I was disabled, so I find it very difficult to stay off the stupid computer. For the most part, full restaurant menu items are available. I have come to realize that no amount of research, will match my perfect visualization of what a cruise should be. Please focus on my message. If I ever experience being in the complex/proper/enclave, whatever you call it, maybe I'll become one of those people. Powered by Invision Community. The last few cruises , we were handed a list of the shows with times while we were in the Haven check in lounge. My first cruise ever we booked the DOS on the Epic. It is nice to have the option, without having to double your cruise fare again, to go on an Ultra-Premium or Luxury Cruise line. I have personally experienced this during dining, show, excursion and entire cruise experiences suffer. We just each grabbed one side of our suitcase (we only pack one carry-on sized suitcase and our two book bag style backpacks). You will be able to leave a comment after signing in. Shidah. I am sure you will get your Haven Bid and have a nice time. Frequently Asked Question I Hope this Op-Ed Answers: Can guests not staying in the Haven use Haven amenities? You were correct, sir; her expression/reaction was absolutely priceless. Your butler will completely understand if you eat in your suite. I retired and with retirement I got bored. It was stunning and was our first experience in the Haven, or on a cruise (except for one 2009'ish Carnival sailing I went on). Check your key card carefully for the correct Drink Package and Specialty Dining Package. I believe he started with the Joy in China when it went there. Drives my wife crazy Lol. So hard to not write something like this when by the time you have written, it is obsolete. You won't be missing out on the Haven experience in the least. As the cruise gets closer, you will choose your check-in time which will link you to having a reservation for the port covid test. I am going on the Joy in May and this is very helpful. Remember, what we were and currently attempting to do? Is the ship "The Breakaway" or is it simply "Breakaway"? Cruises are what you make of them. Norwegian Cruise Line; Cruise Critic Community. Some call this day dreams. Where do you get the bar code? Why they cant have access to the entire ship for the cruise investment they have made. The down side is the suite is a much smaller sq. I then shake their hand with a $10.00 bill in my hand. HAL doesn't have the "ship within a ship" concept, but it does provide a private lounge, the Neptune Lounge, for guests staying in their Neptune suites. When referring to a lady it's "Mary", nottheMary. Utilizing the Haven Butler is a huge topic especially for those that have never stayed in the Haven Suites before. The average cost for an inside state room, is about $499.00 per person (not including taxes & fees). This included access to the ships Michaels Club and the Suites Only restaurant called the Luminae. You have to remember, I'm retired and have nothing else to think about! We all must make the decision, if an exclusive area like the NCL Haven is worth the premium investment it demands. If it's just once or twice, the concierge can give her permission to dine in the Haven but there is a fee. I've stayed in this type of cabin, well maybe. In todays cruising experience, you must add in the port Covid-19 test. You will notice my spelling and grammar are horrible. I also lost a little bit of my memory, "I think, what or yes memory". Extension cord, power strip & sterilized water for my CPAP machine. As the cruise gets closer, you will choose your check-in time which will link you to having a reservation for the port covid test. Some long-time cruisers get very upset with these special and restricted premium guest areas. Sthrngary, February 13, 2022 in Norwegian Cruise Line. I did not notice, and it caused their cocktail to be charged to my suite for a day or so. @pcakes122Your above post is one of the best I have read in a while. Click here to reload the page in order to enable certain features. I called my butler and had him bring me a burger and fries to the Haven Sundeck. #1001 Posted October 31, 2021 On 10/13/2019 at 8:36 AM, Sthrngary said: I hope this information helps some folks enjoy their next cruise experience. I know this is the dredge of burgers but I love them. I am so impressed with the quality accuracy, kindness, and professionalism of every contributor. This bar as popular. I am just a person who wants to enjoy his experience to the fullest. We are on Escape, in The Haven. Did you pull off surprising your wife? The answer is quite simple. If you want center, it is not reserved so get to the show earlier. This trend on our part, started about 10 years ago, when we entered into our 50s. Every for items in the room have been made. Attitude makes a cruise. The most stressful time on a cruise is when you get on and off. @BklynBorn47That is one heck of a story. When this happens, you can go up to the Haven private sun lounge where it is 18 years or older to have accesses. This was not seen or felt on our cruise. That said, I do enjoy the Haven bar (very much) and the Haven restaurant and having the private sundeck is a must for selected members of my family. The average cost for an inside state room, is about $499.00 per person (not including taxes & fees). GREAT experience. I was lucky, it did not effect me to badly however it scared me. Thanks for the update. Who knows if it will be the same of different even with the announcement of March 1, 2022. Not that we ever got bad service by the stewards or the Neptune concierge---it was never bad. The issue is not the children. That is what they do. Always plenty of comfy chairs and loveseats, even at sailaway, and enough people with whom to socialise, if one wanted to, but not so many that one couldn't find a more private spot. Sorry if anyone does not approve. As for seating , you can sit in the Haven reserved seats on the left ,half way up from the stage or do as we do, go down 45 minutes before the show with the asst concierge or butler in the crew elevator and go into the theater in the secret passage near the stage and sit orchestra center third row. It is the buffet? The Haven spa suite also has a huge jacuzzi big enough for two in your suite, with a view of the ocean. Attitude makes a cruise. A good one to try is Lunch on day one. Was on the Haven on the Escape one night, OSheehans had Chicken Parm as a special. I hope this test will soon not be needed however at the time of this re-write; it was common. .I assume that the regular room service is probably comfort food etc - like on some other cruise lines? My last trip, they did not have a Drink Package for my adult children. Be kind to others on the elevator and use good business judgment. This led to many of the same questions being asked on CruiseCritic.com and other social media outlets. After endless pages, good to start another page and update the info, You say to have to show your pre cruise bar code. They will send you a barcode. And thank you for the tip about ordering from the Haven restaurant. Apr 1 2022 As soon as you step aboard the Norwegian Cruise Line ship, a butler escorts you past the bustling promenades, speciality restaurants and eateries to an unassuming elevator. The lowest cost for a Haven Suite is approximately $2,099.00 per person on average. I could use some advice about which ship has the "best" Haven (thoughts on the best courtyard and sundeck spaces, hot tubs and snack and bar services). The Secrets of the NCL Haven Luxury Experience. We called it our , The brand we choose was Crystal Cruises and our sailing was September 2021. By They reduce the cost for the specialty restaurants by excess of 30% if you go the very first night. My requests also evolved over time. 2023 (2 trips planned really 7 B2B) 90 days total! We started the trend with Holland America Line (HAL), then to Celebrity Cruises and now NCL. The answers above are spot on. They do have a smaller scaled down version of the Haven pool, hot tub and sundeck. Mostly, the luxury brands have a true lock on what I call personalized service. When I go up there, about a two hour drive, I go right past a White Castle. The haven staff was also dialed in regarding his allergy, the entire Haven staff. You can also have complete access to all other amenities that a large ship provides. Maybe talk to him or her soon after the cruise starts? This might sound crazy I know. Only the cognoscenti know this is the gateway that will take guests to The Haven, accessible by keycard to only a few select guests. That is Rude. Fairly limited menu there, but we loved the food. For forward-facing Haven suites, the partially enclosed (PrivaSea) balcony is deck 14 for Escape and deck 13 for Breakaway, Getaway, Joy, Bliss, and Encore. Is the Haven Butler and Concierge included in the NCL Pre-Paid Gratuities Program? Are you actually in the NAVY? It really comes down to personal preference. It was we did not know what to ask for and they feel uncomfortable asking for special services. I live on Long Island but have a camper in upstate NY. At least with that, it will show up on my cruise docs so I will know it has been done. It's the passengers responsibility to check to see what sort of protocols will be in place at the time of sailing. Aye, we didn't have the convenience of being able to step out of our suite and directly into the Haven Lounge. The lowest cost for a Haven Suite is approximately $2,099.00 per person on average. My approach and writing seemed upset and angry. Don't do shows so don't know about those reservation. It was. You will also notice, NCL has a 24/7 restaurant that is pretty good if you don't want to have a long meal in the Haven. This letter changes on every cruise. I was given the option to have the massage either onboard or on Great Stirrup Cay. *Make deliveries: Butlers will be your complimentary room service provider. This brings us to topics of this document, Secrets to the NCL Haven Experience. I saw plenty of sunrises/sets out on that balcony. The cruise brands profit much more on a Haven type level guest. I had no idea that after the massage we had access to Silver Cove. I asked for nuts. It is important to note, my comments now will be from actual experience I have had. They will even work with the chef to expedite special dietary requests, such as paleo, keto, or gluten-free meals. They wont watch your kids, when you go out for an evening. Am I correct in assuming that? In each case, problem solved. In November 2018, my family and I went on the Celebrity Equinox in a cabin upgraded cabin level called the . Haven Select Elevators Access: The Haven is usually located on the top floors of the ship. We cruised in the Haven on Breakaway in Feb 2020 and had a wonderful time. One more thing. Allow me to address some of them: I was on the Sundeck of the NCL Joy. Fortunately, I have a website for our record and not much else to do until we leave in April. Pretty places deserve to be shared with others - why not Write a Review! It was designed to give a perspective on the sometimes-controversial topic of the NCL Haven VIP Luxury Experience. The Haven was only two flights of stairs up from our room which made it super convenient to get to. I placed this topic here because it made the most sense. I booked the week after thanksgiving, and we owned the Haven Courtyard. I never bother anymore. When you arrive on your cruise as a guest of The Haven, you'll receive 24-hour expert b. Because of one issue or interaction with a crew member or fellow passenger I would lose my mind. It is nice to have the option, without having to double your cruise fare again, to go on an Ultra-Premium or Luxury Cruise line. I was wondering, do you have a copy of the letter you write to the butler that you would be willing to share? The had limited food options. Many have said they have had the Haven Concierge walk them in the back way to gain a seat upfront prior to the doors opening. How do I handle Specialty Restaurant Reservations when in the Haven? We plan on using our balcony as much as possible. Not sure what the differences are between deck 9-10-13 in terms of balcony, interior sq footage. Norwegian isn't known for being the fanciest cruise line around. I'll tell the concierge. Remember, what we were and currently attempting to do? It rarely is the kids. After cruising in the 90s (think Love Boat vibe) my Moms situation kept us mostly at home until 2011. *Take care of the little details: Butlers will shine shoes, place bookmarks in books and wrap eyeglasses in cleaning cloths. We booked another, 2022 (2 trips planned really 5 B2B) Hope we get our Haven bid accepted 65 days total. The odd thing is that all of them show as PrivaSea on the deck plans but most of them appeared normal from the outside and on videos that I found. The Suites only restaurant, The Butler was a non-issue because we simply did not know how to utilize their services effectively. For me today, it is worth every penny. The answer is quite simple. If I did not go to the CruiseCritic.com blog for that brand, I would have been lost. The Joy would be a strong third. 2021 December on the Windstar Wind Surf was great. Well Done. The Owners Suite comes with three (3) bottles of spirits, several bottles of water, and mixers all complementary. During normal times, lowest cost for a Haven Suite is approximately $3,000.00 per person on average. The link is: The Owners Suite is very nice. The NCL Haven luxury experience gives you this opportunity, for a price of course. That said, I would like to add that it is the responsibility of every cruiser to do their own research. Seems more and more new folks are trying the Haven. I did the best formatting that I could to make it look good. You will be able to leave a comment after signing in. Are the items in the Haven Suites mini-fridge complementary? I have just returned from a 7-night cruise on the NCL Escape . It is nice and if the show is crowded, it is nice to know you have a seat. Most of what I am presenting is to realistically manage our expectations. My wife and I are on Keto. Dont book those weeks. The would be rude. What I loved was the private glass elevator (requires Haven key card to operate) from Haven lounge directly to the large Posh sun deck, complimentary to Haven guests. Advice please? If so, I bet the look on her face was priceless. I personally think it is nice to have a Suite in the Courtyard however if the price is right, I am all in to a Haven Suite on different decks. Pretty places deserve to be shared with others - why not Write a Review! For my familys needs, yes it does. I'm jealous! It is the entitled parents that think their job of supervising their children ends when they get on board. As you know I just sailed on the Joy and had a wonderful time. Eileen If you dont like what is on the Haven Restaurant Menu, tell your server in the afternoon you want something else and they will do their best to have it for you. My wife and I did a couples massage on Great Stirrup Cay, we were given a wristband that stated: Lagoon Access, we were driven to the spa which is located in Silver Cove via an electric cart. I could not believe it. Got our luggage stickers today at 34 days out along with the Haven "Letter" IDK how far in advance they are printed out buts its disappointing the information on the back is incorrect.. Be fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to sailing, present proof of vaccination at pier. I'm no longer travelling like I used to but I did get one visit to Lawry's. Just an elevator ride to the entrance of the Haven area. The lounges would be overcrowded, we were told, and there would be an extended wait to dine in the Haven Restaurant. in Huntington, NY. The cruise line is in a rock-and-a-hard-place on this topic. That elevator also goes 1 deck below the Haven lounge, opening directly to the Garden Cafe. The reason was the Joy did not have a . What we all must understand; no cruise is perfect. I know there will be no "In and Out". Their food from the Main Dining restaurant was VERY GOOD. When ever I head to either Vegas or LA for work or pleasure the first place I go off the place is In and Out. This is a personal preference however important to bring up as a point of reference for the rest of this topic. I dont want the crowds 24/7, therefore the NCL Haven gives us the , Q&A with James Rodriguez, President & CEO of Atlas Ocean Voyages, Q&A: Cruise Insurance with Steve Dasseos of the TripInsuranceStore.com - Summer Session '23. It is the quest of thebestcruise experience possible for our personal wants and needs. The Haven spa suite, is on the same level as the ships spa itself. My family never plans for trips, which is my job. It seems NCL never get this right and I have an extra minute or so to have them redo my key card. Deck 14, not in Haven Courtyard . Website design and SEO optimization by Make & Model Marketing. A sanctuary of contemporary design featuring a spacious living room, walls of windows, outdoor terraces with a hot tub and a private dining area. just tip well, and let him know your plan when you meet him. A person that tastes have evolved over many decades. Add Cruise Critic's Community Forums to your iPhone's Home Screen! . I gave me butler permission to enter my room in the morning without ringing the doorbell. We never had to wait to dine in the restaurant (well, once, we had to wait a whole two minutes, because the GMB wanted a table next to a window), and none of the other Haven spaces were ever crowded (except for, understandably, that morning of embarkation). The snacks that are brought every day are nice, not great but nice. Now you have the contact information, so you also have this resource. These sailings are also mostly adults due to investment, entertainment, food and accommodations. From my first morning on board, I would wake up early. Maybe 8 high top chairs. But, I was happier with the offset of having a larger space for a lower fare. We have a lot in common starting with inside cabins and moving on up as we got older. Read other passenger reviews, thoroughly read through the NCL site when it comes to critical things like Covid guidelines, etc. I am not a travel agent, internet influencer or paid by any cruise brand. This brings us to topics of this document, newly updated. Remember, realistic expectations. These sailings are also mostly adults due to investment, entertainment, dining, demographic, and accommodations. Yes, I paid them. I dont want the crowds 24/7, therefore the NCL Haven gives us the best of both worlds. Careful what you ask for. We saw them when we needed to. You first must know what some secrets areto getting all the value you can, from the NCL Haven Luxury VIP Experiences.
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