Norwegian Gem Review

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Our Excellent European Gem Adventure - Family Style!!!

Review for the Western Mediterranean Cruise on Norwegian Gem
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mapsmom
First Time Cruiser • Age 60s

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Sail Date: Aug 2009
Cabin: Mini-Suite with Balcony

Please see the complete review with pictures on the Norwegian Cruise lines threads.

Cruising the Norwegian Gem turned out to be a "George Bailey" moment for me - you know, the character from "It's A Wonderful Life" who has a great impact on those around him, but never fully realizes it. This brainchild of mine began on a fluke back in May, when I was just perusing the internet in search of a long-overdue graduation trip for my twin daughters. I went on Expedia, and compared the itineraries of several cruises, with NCL having the best prices, and ports that were interesting. I knew that my cousin in California had a cruise travel agent, and so contacted her to find out the info. When I mentioned my idea, and asked if she would like to come, she didn't even hesitate and said "YES!" I then asked my parents, brother (who lives in LA) and another cousin from New York. Everyone was "on board" (pun intended) with this idea!!

So the cast of characters for OUR EXCELLENT ADVENTURE is as follows: DH, DS (age 23), DD1, DD2 (the twins, age 19), DM, DD, DB, DSIL, DN (nephew, age 17), DC1, DCIL1 (my cousin and her husband), DCS (cousin's son, age 28), DC2 DCIL2 (the other cousin from New York and her husband), DCD1, DCD2, and DCD3 (their three daughters, ages 24,and twin 21 year olds), DA (My Aunt). That's 19 of us! We'll try to keep everyone straight throughout this review...

Cabin Review

Mini-Suite with Balcony

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Cabin 11522 (mini suite)- Forward,under the fitness center. Very quiet. Pretty close to the elevators. Convenient to pool and spa. Not a very large, but lots of storage, desk, hair dryer, floor to ceiling dresser/chest. 12 hangers in closet; bring your own if you need more. Bed is extremely comfortable. Couch is too. Bathroom is a nice size, with 8 oz lotions and shampoos, as well as an in-wall dispenser for shampoo and body wash. Every nook and cranny in this cabin was well-used for storage, including a small shelf by the door, perfect for a hat, flip flops, etc. Note: I am a VERY light sleeper, so if I didn't hear anything, you won't either!

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