Norwegian Jewel Cruise Reviews for Family to the Mexican Riviera from Los Angeles

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Nice common areas on deck - appreciated the stage area in a central spot that was consistent with music and entertainment throughout sea days and in the afternoons as cruisers were returning to the ship.
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Sea day.....be warned the idiotic chair hogs are allowed to reserve from 7am.
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Not to be missed show with finale
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"Ports were largely amazing - lots to do and as always easy to do things without expensive shore excursions off the ship.We chose this cruise for a couple of reasons - ports of call including the Panama Canal and second the price was amazing...."Read More
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Fantastic voyage despite some unexpected shortcomings

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Haitwun
2-5 Cruises • Age 30s

The jewel was impeccably clean, and well maintained despite its age. The crew were all very friendly, super helpful. There were activities all over the ship at all hours of the day and a show inside the Stardust theatre every night. No matter if it was a port day or sea day, there was never a dull moment. During this Nov sailing, the ship was more than half empty. I suspect because most kids ...
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Sail Date: November 2022


Wonderful

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TimJansen
10+ Cruises • Age 50s

We chose this cruise for a couple of reasons - ports of call including the Panama Canal and second the price was amazing. NCL service is absolutely TOP NOTCH in all aspects of delivery. Everyone was polite, helpful, kind and courteous. The Jewel is a great ship - just the right size - not too big/not too small. The refurbishment is NICE. Ports of call included Cabo San Lucas, Puerto Vallarta, ...
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Sail Date: November 2022


My First Norwegian Cruise

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Sun Lover 48
6-10 Cruises • Age 70s

Norwegian's " freestyle" cruising is in our opinion the best way to enjoy the Mexican Riviera. You don't have to plan your time around structured dining times. Eat when you want, where you want and enjoy their non formal atmosphere. The food was mostly great with a few " hit and misses". The bartenders for the most part were really fun and made the trip even more enjoyable. Service through out ...
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Sail Date: April 2017


NCL Virgin

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arizonaperson
10+ Cruises • Age 50s

NCL Jewel-April 23-30, 2017 Sunday to Sunday itinerary (San Pedro, CA-Sea day-Sea day-Puerto Vallarta-Mazatlan- Cabo-Sea day) This was my first NCL cruise. Flew into LAX on day of cruise a Sunday. 30 min. after landing via Lyft we were in line to start the cruise. (11:40am) Showed boarding pass and passport at 11:45am, done with security at 11:50am in Casino at Sea (CAS) line 11:55am. ...
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Sail Date: April 2017

Cabin Type: Mid-Ship Balcony


First cruise

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kab66
First Time Cruiser • Age 50s

Background information This was my first cruise and spent hours reading and agonizing my choice I booked then found web site after web site reviews. I will say one thing don't go on a review alone as you can be on the same ship as another and have a completely different time Ship information Norwegian Jewel April, 23 Mexican Riviera Activities We had the best time went ...
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Sail Date: April 2017


Happy Birthday, Granddaughter's First Cruise

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sunlover1060
2-5 Cruises • Age 60s

We booked this cruise way in advance to celebrate our granddaughters (GD) 11th birthday. We flew to LAX on the morning of embarkation as we are only a two hour flight away. From LAX we boarded the NCL transfer bus and within 30 minutes of landing we were on our way the port. This was her first time on an airplane, seeing the ocean and first cruise and she was super excited. When we pulled ...
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Sail Date: April 2017

Cabin Type: Aft-Facing Balcony


Another very good Mexican Riviera Cruise on the Jewel

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Mike D.
6-10 Cruises • Age 70s

This is our third time with NCL on the Mexican Riviera. Our second cruise on the Jewel. The Jewel was refurbished since the last time we were on it although I don't remember any significant differences from our 2014 cruise. The ship's condition was, in general, quite good. Our inside cabin (10617) was, well, an inside cabin. A nice quiet one mostly thanks to quiet neighbors. Deck 10 is ...
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Sail Date: April 2017

Cabin Type: Mid-Ship Inside


Mexican Cruise was a Jewel

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Jeep_Rick
2-5 Cruises • Age 60s

This was our third cruise, We have been choosing different cruise lines to compare whiich is best for us. The Royal Carib and Princess were first. We rated this vacation as 5/5. We liked the ship, the food, the people, the room, the bathroom, the balcony, and the entertainment. The buffet was always delicious and the formal dinners were fantastic. No reservations were ever needed. We boarded in ...
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Sail Date: April 2017

Cabin Type: Balcony


Nice ship but too much hustling

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Carts
2-5 Cruises • Age 50s

Having traveled on Celebrity Cruises for our first cruise last September, we thought we'd try Norwegian. Our expectations were only partially met and the shore excursion to Puerta Vallarta was a scam. We had a balcony and while there was enough space for the suitcases to go underneath the bed, the room it was tight but very liveable. The room attendants were pleasant and always in good spirits. ...
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Sail Date: April 2017

Cabin Type: Balcony


NCL Mexican Riviera Cruise

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CorazonSarne
2-5 Cruises • Age 80s

Our dining experiences were all good and satisfactory from breakfast to dinner. We tried different restaurants and they were all excellent in food and services. All the waiters and attendants gave excellent services including our stateroom person. The shows and entertainment were great. The gym has modern equipment that I was able to use and enjoyed. We enjoyed playing in the casino ...
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Sail Date: April 2017

Cabin Type: Inside


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