Norwegian Getaway Review

The Time of My Life

Review for the Eastern Caribbean Cruise on Norwegian Getaway
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RoadWarrior7
2-5 Cruises • Age 50s

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Sail Date: Jul 2015
Cabin: Studio Stateroom
Birthday Decorations in Cabin
More Towel Animals
The Baths at Virgin Gorda
Adventuress - St. John Catamaran Sail & Snorkel
Birthday Treats in Cabin
Solo Travelers in the Studio Lounge
Miniature Golf Course
Approaching St. John, USVI

After taking my very first cruise on the Norwegian Epic during Christmas Week 2013, I made a promise to take a cruise every year. Well, I kept that promise by sailing on the Norwegian Getaway for my 50th birthday celebration...and what a celebration it was! Like several of my fellow travelers, I tossed and turned several nights leading up to the cruise because I was so excited.

The experience began on the morning of embarkation when two NCL staff members waited for my arrival at the Baggage Claim Area at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and escorted me to the bus. We arrived at the Port of Miami about 45 minutes later. Once through the security and check-in lines (I am a Bronze-Tier Latitudes Rewards member), I stopped at O'Sheehan's for lunch. I went to Guest Services in an unsuccessful attempt to join the Vibe Beach Club, which sold out while I was waiting in line. That was the only real negative about the cruise. I finally arrived in Stateroom 11573, my Studio Cabin. The little cabin is perfect for the solo traveler and located only a few meters from the Studio Lounge, where I met several of my fellow solo travelers right after the Muster Drill. One of these fellow travelers turned out to become the love of my life. Paquito, the Solo Traveler Coordinator, deserves full marks for his efforts to make us feel right at home. We participated in several social gatherings, such as group dinners and shows, which were a lot of fun and created a bond between many of us in the group.

I would like to thank Cruise Director J.C. Sanchez and all of the other officers for making our Meet and Greet session a most memorable experience.

Cabin Review

Studio Stateroom

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The studio cabin was only a few meters from the Studio Lounge and very well equipped for the solo traveler. Every day, I returned to my cabin to find towel animals, chocolate-covered cherries, and even a bottle of champagne on my bed. I returned to my cabin from my two excursions in St. Thomas only to find my cabin decorated with balloons and towel animals on my 50th birthday. My compliments to the housekeeping staff on a job well done.

Special thanks to Errol Bailey, the Hotel Director, and his team for the royal treatment.

Port Reviews

Miami

The ground transfer service from Fort Lauderdale to the Port of Miami was excellent. The driver was very professional and courteous. The embarkation was a smooth process given the size of the crowd.

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