Norwegian Jewel Review
Seeleggies
2-5 Cruises • Age 50s
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Sail Date: Aug 2019
Cabin: Penthouse with Large Balcony
We chose this cruise as the itinerary included both Glacier Bay and Hubbard Glacier and I could not recommend it more wholeheartedly, especially if you can fit the cabin we had in your budget. This was a couple's trip and belated 25th anniversary adventure. Our suite really made this cruise sensational, particularly as we were blessed with wonderful weather. We were in cabin 10500, right at the front, directly under the bridge. Taking breakfast in our suite on glacier days was absolutely wonderful.
Embarkation in Vancouver was seamless and departing from this city was ideal for us. We flew in from Sydney a few days earlier and enjoyed many magical eating experiences traversing this very walkable city. Getting out into the fresh air, spending time in Stanley Park and a Gastronomic Gastown Tour on foot helped us adjust to the time difference.
Once on board on embarkation day, we had lunch in Moderno which provides breakfast and lunch for suite guests for the duration of the cruise. We had breakfast here three times, and had the breakfast delivered from here to our suite on glacier days. Henry, our butler, brought the breakfast and set the table for us. He was wonderful, as was cabin attendant, Rene. We had a few lunches in Moderno as well and found the service and food selections really good.
Cabin Review
Penthouse with Large Balcony
Cabin SE
This was the ideal cabin for this cruise - we were directly under the bridge and had a fabulous view of the glaciers and the amazing Alaskan scenery. This cabin has a bay window, unlike the other forward facing penthouse/large balconies, because of its position under the bridge. This was great when the weather was a little cool on the balcony, or when you wanted to lay in the super comfortable bed but still see outside. A dining table, lounge and swivel tub chair (which you could pull up to the window and rest your feet on the ledge) rounded out the furnishings. The coffee machine was perfect for cuppas in bed, especially with the fresh milk that butler Henry brought for us. Canapes daily, fresh flowers and a replenished fruit bowl were also much appreciated. But the position of the suite and the balcony with two loungers, two chairs and a small table were just perfect.
Port Reviews
Vancouver
Love Vancouver - so walkable and fantastic food. People watching from restaurants and bars, cars spotting - old classics like Cadillacs and Trans Ams on the weekend and high end newer models from Teslas to Audis and more. So much to see and so much fun to be had.
Ketchikan
Brilliant - tales of the high seas on board an original crab boat with a terrific crew.
Juneau
Will stay in our memories for life. Truly spectacular and such a special experience.
Skagway
Lots of fun at the Centre, very informative bus trip and ferry ride with great scenery and interesting hosts.
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