This was the second cruise I took with NCL. This time it was the NCL Star. There were several problems with the cruise that can be avoided, if you plan ahead. I was on the 11th floor, which is underneath the pool and dining area. Big mistake. You can hear them roll their carts and people walking throughout the day. Maybe if you stay forward part of the boat, it would be fine.

ULTIMATE DINNER PACKAGE. This package might be oversold, and it be impossible to get reservations to the restaurant you like to go to. I suggest not taking the packing and paying the surcharge. First night at the Steakhouse, it took 1 1/2 hours to get our food. It wasn't worth it.

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