As the name implies, every December we take an NCL cruise out of NYC with the same itinerary to the "south seas", it's a habit I hope never to break. This year was unique because we had a chance to cruise the NCL Bliss. December is known for winter storms along the Atlantic and this year was our turn to be blown around. The captain decided to modify the itinerary and slow our south bound leg of ...
Being Platinum status on NCL we decided to spring for a Haven Suite.
Embarkation: When we arrived for embarkation we we not provided priority access at the security line, once through security we were then "pointed" in the direction of the Haven welcome room which was packed beyond capacity, snacks and drinks were provided, however there was no place to dispose of dirty dishes and glassware. ...
I chose this cruise because I had to use a weeks vacation before year end and we received a very good price.
Overall the cruise and ship was very nice.
Cons:
Embarkation in NYC was terrible. the lines were very long with 2 security check points check in agents.
Disappointed with NCL MDR selections, no lobster, no shrimp meals, no shrimp cocktail, no prime rib. no tenderloin etc. ...
We chose this cruise because it has been many years since we have taken a ‘smaller’ big ship. The Florida overnight was a big draw for us so we could take our time in Orlando. We also were able to see a satellite launch, one of the best cruise experiences ever. We like NCL with the freestyle experience.
The embarkation was chaotic because 2 NCL ships were in port. As suite guests we could ...
This was my second cruise on Norwegian and will be my last. The ship was nice but just too big. Getting from one area of the ship to another was a challenge. Elevators were slow and always overloaded. Most of the free activities on board have been replaced with pay to play. The race track was closed for the entire trip. Mini golf has 4 holes and is hard to find. Bowling alley is very well ...
Did not chose this cruise, was a gift from my children for my 60th Birthday. The food was not that good, Many people were rude, Watered down drinks.
Arrived 11hrs early. Did not get to experience many of the activities. constantly being over charged. Rooms were to small. hallways to small. beds were uncomfortable. .Went with three other people, one whom need a wheel chair. but due to small ...
This was my second time on the Gem with a group of friends and my mom. It took a while to get on the ship on embarkation day, but that's only because the Bliss was there too.
I've only been on the Gem so far, but I really love this ship. I like the size since it's easy to get around. There are plenty of food options and places to relax.
Luz was a very talented cruise director, I was ...
Boarding began rough, with a long line caused by equipment malfunction in the port of Manhattan, NYC. By the time we got in, it was nearly 4 PM, an hour after the listed sailaway time. The ship only left port at 5:40 PM, nearly 3 hours late. Buffet was less crowded than usual on embarkation day, and stateroom was ready with luggage by the time we boarded the ship. Sailaway party was cancelled due ...
I was really looking forward to escaping the cold. Great Stirrup Cay, sounded wonderful. I had been on the Gem before and loved that I would know my way around. I decided to go cheap on the cabin this time and book an inside cabin. I was surprised by how much shelves, drawers, closets etc. there was to unpack all my things. I always use a shoe organizer to store all my bathroom necessities. I did ...
Food in the dining room was terrible! Husband ordered an Asian Wrap smelled like cat food. My fish was dry and had no flavor. Food in the Garden Cafe was the only food that was ok. Everything is so bland no flavor. Pizza was better than all else! Elevators always full. No pool deck tables like before. Now chairs crambed touching each other. No hot tubs in pool area. No more towel ...