Norwegian Gem January 18-January 28 2012

This was our first cruise as "Platinum" members.We've also cruised on Princess and RCI. a total of 17 cruises. There was a woman on board who has cruised 110 time on NCL and another gentleman and his wife who've had 50 cruises in the past 5 years.

Embarkation was a breeze. Stevedores at the pier took our bags and it was off to the latitudes line. We were on the ship in less than a half hour. The cabins weren't ready so we went to lunch in the Grand Pacific Dining room. Service was attentive and quick. Others on this board have found service in the dining room to be less than good. This wasn't our experience. We did have only one "Bad" experience, I had to wait for my breakfast for almost twenty minutes one morning.Leaving NYC we were treated to An FDNY fire Boat Tribute to one of their own who was aboard celebrating hi 30th anniversary. I got a photo of the display So Steve T. if you're reading this get in touch with me so I send you a copy of the picture. Read more