I chose this cruise because the itinerary included Dubrovnik, Croatia. Dubrovnik has been on my bucket list for many years. Other ports of call were Koper, Slovenia; Split, Croatia; Messina, Sicily; and Naples, Italy. We had great weather and very calm seas. I was travelling solo on this cruise, so I was happy that I met some other singles at the Meet and Mingle set up through our Roll Call on Cruise Critic. I arrived in Venice the day before the cruise and stayed at the Best Western Olimpia which was a short walk to the People Mover to the ship. The hotel was quite pleasant and served a good breakfast in the morning.

Embarkation: Embarking took about ten minutes. I should say that I am a Latitudes member and was shown to a different check-in with no line.

Public Rooms: NCL ships are bright and colorful! The Atrium was cheerful and lively with piano music each night. Other public areas are cheerful as well. Read more