This was a mother daughter cruise for just me (51) and my daughter (21). We booked at the last minute, 60 days out and got a great price from an online agency for balcony cabin. Love the balcony! This was my 5th cruise with two on RCCL, two on Carnival and this the first NCL.

The ship is absolutely beautiful and embarkation a breeze. Arrived via bus from PA to Port Authority bus terminal and took a cab to the pier for $6.00 plus tip. Arrived at 10:30 and boarding began at 11:45 and we were eating in Raffles buffet by 12:15. The doors to the cabin hallways are all shut with a sign saying cabins not available until 2:00 p.m.

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