Norwegian Joy Review
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Two words - Norovirus, Disembarkation
Multiple patients from illness, including several removed by ambulance after landing in LA at the end of the trip. Our mantra about halfway through the cruise became, "Don't touch ANYTHING!!!"
Sheer chaos on disembarkation and no help from the staff to get us straightened out. Were accidentally put into the "quarantine" line without our luggage and had to beg, scream, cry to get any help finding our bags. Even called NCL and was told that they couldn't help - that we should just file a claim for lost bags. WHAT?!?!? Finally a customs officer took pity and escorted passengers, one by one, into the immigration building to retrieve their bags. No thanks to NCL!
Cabin Review
Balcony Stateroom
Very nice cabin space. The balcony was a must, especially going through the Panama Canal. It was a good place to sit and watch the world go by without the constant noise and stimulation and crowds of the rest of the ship. The steward was very nice (Kunal) and made sure we were comfortable and well-taken-care-of.
Port Reviews
Cartagena (Colombia)
short walking tour through the old city and short walking tour through a fishing village (more of a slum).
Puerto Quetzal (Antigua)
Happened to be there during the Flower Festival - wall to wall people and flowers, floats, music, lots of colorful activity. Timing couldn't have been better!
Cabo San Lucas
Hired on with a local boat pilot who then proceeded to race out into the harbor, pointing out all the places of interest while speeding around dodging other boats doing the same thing. Rough ride, very little time to actually see anything. Not enjoyable.