We are a couple in our early 60's who have sailed on Princess, Holland, Celebrity and Carnival. We traveled with my son his wife and 8 month old baby. We were not expecting much as we had heard some negative reviews of this ship and Norwegian cruises in general. We were pleasantly surprised in a number of ways. First we found the food very good in both the dining rooms and buffet. There were lots of variety of foods to choose from, and for the most part it was delicious. We prebooked our dining each evening in the Manhattan Room, but found that dining room was very noisy since they have a band playing dinner music, but it was so loud you could not have a conversation with each other or the waiters. We changed our dining to Taste which was much quieter. We did try the Monderno Restaurant one evening,and it was very good. They have lunch on sea days in the Monderno which is complimentary and I would highly recommend.
Secondly, the staff were very friendly and work hard to please. Our balcony stateroom on deck 10 mid ship was very nice and kept clean by our room steward Larry. One of the nicest cabins we have had. The balcony is small and compares to ones on all the newer ships that we have been on.
This is an excellent ship for young people from toddlers to teens. There is so much to do. Water slides, pools, rock climbing and a splash pad. I would cruise on this ship again if taking my five year old grandson. But my husband and I like a more traditional ship. We like the set dining times and prefer less people, as this ship was crowded at times. The drink package was included and it was great, but we do not need it as we are not big drinkers. But for those who enjoy a few drinks each day it is a great included package.
Excellent cabin. Great cabin steward. Cabin bathroom was larger than any other we have had. Nice large shower and water was always hot.
Wonderful port. Very clean and easy transportation available at the port that you can take into Hamilton or St George.
Too crowded and unorganized. More signage needed for instructions where to go.