Norwegian Dawn Review
Fun 9 Day New Years Eve Cruise on the Norwegian Dawn
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We had a great time on the 9 day Western Caribbean cruise departing from New Orleans on the Norwegian Dawn from December 30 - January 8. We had actually taken a 7 day version of this cruise in April of 2016, so had a chance to see the ship before and after it was renovated, and to visit Harvest Caye on the second trip.
New Orleans is a great town to spend a couple of days in before a cruise, and it was still decorated for Christmas while we were there and looked lovely.
Embarkation and disembarkation - we have sailed on Royal Caribbean, Princess, Celebrity, Holland America and Carnival. In my experience, NCL is second to none when it comes to providing a pleasant embarkation and disembarkation experience. Boarding is always a breeze, and while some cruise lines just seem anxious to kick you off the ship at the end of a cruise, NCL remains cheerful and polite, with an entertainment team lined up to wave you off.
Cabin Review
Balcony
Nice cozy cabin; on the small side for three people but we made it work.
Port Reviews
New Orleans
Self-toured around the town. It was beautiful, decked out for the holidays, with good music as always.
Costa Maya
Went to Blue Caye - it was a simple place with good snorkeling.
Harvest Caye
Loved the Toucans and the Butterfly exhibit.
Grand Cayman (Georgetown)
Snorkeled at Eden Rock, a few minutes walk after the tender drop-off. Beautiful, clear blue water and gorgeous brightly colored fish. But it did have stinging jellyfish.