Norwegian Gem Review

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Another Great Norwegian Cruise!!!

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united1889
2-5 Cruises • Age 50s

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Sail Date: Feb 2016

This was our 2nd NCL cruise and it was great. Embarkation was a breeze, there was plenty of parking at the pier for $300 with coupon (Breakaway left at the same time), but we used Valet Anywhere which was fantastic for $185. The boat was clean, cabins are small but it is the Norwegian standard (family Balcony). Our kids loved the clubs (14 and 10 years old), Staff was amazing, and the kids circus was the best show on the boat.

Food on the ship was fantastic and always hot, service was great for the most part, and when it wasn`t it was rectified straight away. We did not take a dining package and have never eaten in a specialty restaurant. Most shows were terrible with the exception of Leo,and the acrobats. We are in our early 40`s and are sick of seeing 50`s, 60`s, and 70`s acts, but this in no way ruined our cruise.

Throughout the cruise we noticed people whining and complaining constantly. This is NCL not Royal Caribbean, Princess, or Celebrity. If you want that quality of cruise go pay their prices. NCL is a budget cruise line, better than carnival by a long shot, but you still enjoy the benefits of lower prices. I enjoy paying for what i want, not for everything.

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