This review written by Linda. We (Jon and Linda) arrived at the ship from our hotel in Newark about 9:30 a.m and were directed to the back of the room with other suite passengers. Embarkation was delayed because there was a wedding on board. Staff was very cordial and we were the first to board when allowed.

The Spirit is absolutely gorgeous - very Asian dEcor, subtle, unlike the colors and modern art on the NCL Jewel. The bar set up ordered a week before we sailed was here when we arrived.

Our room was perfect and we'd book it again in a minute. It was our favorite room on any ship. Dead center aft - penthouse 9212. It's the smallest of the aft penthouses, but with plenty of room. The living room is very similar to the penthouses on the Jewel. Comfy, stuffed-type couch and two barrel-shaped chairs, with a dining table and four chairs. No fancy coffee maker like in newer NCL suites, but there is a 4-cup Mr. Coffee. Bedroom area with great heavy black-out drapes. Bathroom with a separate make-up counter, chair and lights. Very nice. Two sinks, huge whirlpool tub (WARNING: do not put bath gel in the whirlpool - bubbles all over the bathroom!!). Window over the tub and full length window in the shower. There are shades. The shower has good water pressure and plenty of hot water. The balcony is very large and has two comfortable wicker arm chairs with cushions and a small table. Only the suites on Spirit have fridges. Read more