We were originally scheduled for June 2020 on NCL Joy and booked this trip only 30 days out as a “let’s go” last minute type of thing. Cabin 11802 (category M1) balcony mini suite mid ship was amazing. My GF has been on about a dozen cruises and said this cabin/bathroom/balcony were bigger than expected. I never felt cramped with two people. Like many other first timers I packed too many clothes. Our steward gave us a free laundry bag to fill on day 4. What we sent to laundry would have costed about $70. Even though it was complimentary, I think the $70 for laundry would be worth it on another trip in order to pack less. As a first timer, I had minor concerns about sea sickness but never had a problem even with two full days of rough seas.

Entertainment: The Jersey Boys and Six were legit first class productions. We have a Broadway actress in the family and know what an outstanding production is like. Sonja Selbie was a great singer and entertainer. Levity comedy was hilarious and they did have 9pm over age 18 nights which was nice.

The silent disco was fun although a little crowded for the smallish venue “The Social.” Read more