We are experienced cruisers and have cruised with most of the major cruise lines. It was our third cruise with NCL, which by the way, is my favorite.

This was a repositioning cruise departing from Los Angeles and having a final destination of Vancouver BC. Along the way, we stopped at Catalina Island, San Francisco, Seattle, Victoria BC and Nainamo BC. Embarkation was quick and painless. This enormous ship is absolutely beautiful and very well maintained. Our oceanview cabin was slightly smaller than other ships, but the bathrooms had stall showers and were larger than most other ships.

Contrary to some of the reviews that I have read, I rate the food in the dining rooms as excellent. The variety of meals were excellent. The variety of the desserts were somewhat lacking. Most desserts served were exotic and rich, but they never offered a cake or pie. NCL seems to be the only cruise line that does not charge extra for cappuccino or espresso. The service in the dining rooms was excellent. In fact, service throughout the ship was the best that I have ever experienced. Read more