In full disclosure, this was my third NCL cruise in less than 12 months; Jade, Epic and now the Star. After the Epic...5,000 passengers plus... I didn't think I would ever go on an NCL again. Yet as fate would have it, I found myself in Copengagen, Denmark boarding the Star on June 16, 2014. Inside cabin.

The Ports

The ports were all fun and beautiful! I could go on for hours here, but just recommend....do your homework and enjoy. One recommedation....Prior to leaving the states, consider booking a two day tour service in St Petersbug with a Russian tour company. They will handle getting your visa. I did a tour with the NCL, but learned you can cover all....or most...of the sights with a private tour company for about half the cost. Keep in mind....unless you book a tour with the ship or a private tour company in advance,,,,you will not be going into St. Petersburg. It requires a Visa. Read more