This was my wife and my first big vacation in five years and we decided to splurge with a penthouse suite for this this cruise. We added the dining package, and are so glad we did. Being a premium customer also meant that our embarkation was incredibly fast without the usual lines and delays that we have experienced in the past.

The 75% US based crew was professional and every bit as hardworking as the international crews I met on previous cruises,and for us this was a plus. It also appears that NCL takes very good care of their staff and it shows with loyalty and great attitudes.

We loved choosing our restaurant package and ended up dining almost every night at either Cagney's or Jefferson Bistro. Both restaurants were excellent and compared well to the best restaurants in most towns we have ever visited. The ship was in great condition and tastefully designed. Read more