My Mother (68), me (49) and daughter (15) booked a cruise over spring break 2008 on the Norwegian Dawn. We chose this trip based on the itinerary. The added bonus (we thought) was the "free style" cruising, casual dress code and cost. Norwegian advertised casual dress and free to eat, free to nap, free to do what you want - on your time not anyone else's schedule.

We booked a mini-suite that was advertised to sleep 6 people. I don't know where 6 people could possibly sleep. We had 2 twin beds and a couch that folded out to be a bed. I am 5'10" and my feet stuck over the edge so I slept crossway in the bed. No one would have been able to sleep with me. It was the hardest "bed" I have ever slept on.

The mini-suite was tastefully decorated and had lots of cubby space to put your stuff. The closet was amply big, lots of hangers. The bathroom was big for a cruise ship. Shower with hand held shower, large sink, totally separate toilet area. Very nice. Read more