Norwegian Jewel Review

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Norwegian Jewel - Western Mediterranean

Review for the Western Mediterranean Cruise on Norwegian Jewel

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Sail Date: Jul 2006
Cabin: Penthouse with Large Balcony

Let me first begin by stating that this was my first cruise and my husband's second cruise (his first one was over 15 years ago). We decided to take a Mediterranean cruise as a first anniversary trip following recommendations by a relative. I chose to book on the NCL Jewel due to price and cruise length. I originally booked a mini-suite but two weeks before the trip I was offered an upgrade to a penthouse for an additional fee which I accepted.

Embarkation: Due to problems booking air to ship transfers through our cruise specialist at a large internet agency we ended up taking a cab to the ship. This was very convenient, quick, and cost only 30 Euros. Upon arriving at the port our luggage was quickly checked in and we were directed inside to complete embarkation procedures. Since we were in a penthouse we finished embarkation procedures in a separate area and then were guided to our room.

Stateroom: Our stateroom was gorgeous with a comfortable bed, tub and shower, large closet, flat screen tv, and huge balcony with two lounge chairs. Our room was completely forward on the 9th deck and directly two floors below the bridge. Because of the upgrade to a penthouse we received appetizers in our room each evening, a bottle of sparkling wine at embarkation, butler service,concierge service, and overall VIP status including an invitation to the captain's cocktail party. We rarely used the butler service although he was very nice, and we never spoke to the actual concierge. Our cabin steward was outstanding! Dining: We found the food in most restaurants to be average. The food in Le Bistro was exceptional though. Overall dining service was okay. The servers in the specialty restaurants definitely go out of their way more than those in Tsars where we ate twice and had bad service both times. While onboard we tried Cagney's, Tsars, Azura, Momma's Italian Kitchen, Le Bistro, and Tangos for dinner. The Garden Cafe is where most people go for breakfast. It is a buffet style breakfast; however, the food lacked in quality and the atmosphere was quite crowded as most people get there about the same time so that they can go on shore excursions. If we were to do it again we would definitely skip the Garden Cafe and order room service for breakfast.

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Penthouse with Large Balcony

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