Norwegian Breakaway Review
Now we know why they are called Norwegian Cruise LINE!
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My husband and I are retired and decided a Transatlantic cruise was on our bucket list. When we saw the price of this repositioning cruise, we couldn't resist! We didn't know what we were in for!
When booking, I accidentally chose the dining package and free internet as my free package instead of the beverage package and free internet. When I tried to change, I was told I could only change if I paid an additional amount per day up front. Doesn't seem like a free perk if I have to pay for it! So I was stuck with a dining package that I did not use.
In New York, we had an appointment to get on the ship at 0930. So we got up early, had a rushed breakfast, and got down to the ship, expecting to check in and get on board. Imagine our surprise when we didn't board until after 1300 and were told that, even if all had gone perfectly, we still wouldn't have been allowed to board until after 1200. But there was a delay, supposedly caused by Customs, so everyone was lined up, no seats were even available, and, in spite of the delay not being our fault, no remuneration or apology was offered.
Cabin Review
Balcony Stateroom
Nice enough. Rather crowded with only about one foot or less between the bed and closet. Bathroom is small with a rise to get in. Several people tripped on it, an older woman fell and blackened her eye!
Port Reviews
Ponta Delgada
A lovely town to wander around. Beautiful buildings and awesome rock work! We wandered and then ended with adult beverages while we relaxed on the wharf! It was wonderful!
Cobh (Cork)
Cork was beautiful, in spite of the rain! The shore excursion to Blarney Castle and Blarney Woolen Mills was far too short with the transport to the Castle lasting as long or longer than the amount of time we stayed at the castle. Really should have been the Castle OR the Woolen Mills. There was not time to do both!