We are 63 and 74, have sailed HAL, Carnival and RCL. My review focuses on three major aspects of NCL compared to HAL and Carnival. They are (1)Staff, (2)Freestyle Dining/Food, (3) Overall Social Atmosphere.

Since it is my motto "I have never met a cruise I didn't like" I am happy to say that after this cruise I still feel the same. It was wonderful! However, you most likely could put me on a tug boat with some Rum and a swimming pool and I would be a happy. just a little humor there.

Dining: Freestyle, anytime dining, is the best idea of all. We enjoyed this aspect more than any other. We never waited in line and we could go to dinner anytime we felt like it. Also, do not forget to use the Blue Lagoon a 24 hour "comfort" food. I loved this place! This is the only ship I have ever been on that had fish and chips and they were decent. Chicken wings were nicely done. Don't miss a breakfast here, you can get perfect omelets, your very own pitcher of coffee or hot chocolate and the service is superb and slightly elegant. Tip: this area is accessible from the ninth floor internet room, no elevators, no waiting and from there you can also go down to the main atrium. It's perfect "fast food" alone or with partner. Read more