New York (Manhattan) to the Bahamas Norwegian Gem Cruise Reviews

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The Great Outdoors.  Has a nice size bar and buffet.  Best of all, it's own soft-serve ice machine.
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The new bridge on the Gatun Locks, Caribbean side!
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Exclusive breakfast option for penthouse, whole grain toast with fresh avocado and an egg to order!
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Panama Canal Joy!
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Great Family Cruise

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Chrisann37
6-10 Cruises • Age 40s

Gem is a beautiful ship which is kept clean and well maintained by an excellent crew. Getting on ship was very easy with suite had priority embarkation after going though security was on ship in about 20 minutes. Staff is extremely attentive and friendly, always greeting you with a smile. Cabin 10504 was big and spacious with amazing service from Teresa (Butler) and Room Steward Andy. Dining was ...
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Sail Date: September 2018

Cabin Type: Owner's Suite with Large Balcony


Great Time and Value

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msillen21
2-5 Cruises • Age 70s

My wife and I sailed on Norwegian Gem Sept. 1st 7 day Bahamas cruise from NY. I cannot say enough good things about the ship, the crew and the food. The crew was extremely friendly and always went the extra mile. The cruise director was top notch and provided excellent entertainment and kept things fun and hopping. The captain and his crew kept us informed of what we needed to know and did an ...
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Sail Date: September 2018

Cabin Type: Mid-Ship Mini-Suite with Balcony


First class

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LINC01
2-5 Cruises • Age 60s

For our 40th wedding anniversary we chose to cruise out of New York harbor for it's ease of access from home. That requirement narrowed choices to a few and NCL's Gem was the pick. After that, a decision was made to spare no expense in an attempt to make our cruise week convenient, hassle free, and to allow ourselves to be pampered. That pampering began right from curbside where as penthouse ...
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Sail Date: September 2018

Cabin Type: Penthouse with Large Balcony


Had a Beautiful Time

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Fathi
2-5 Cruises • Age 50s

I have traveled by NCL cruise line twice before and had an excellent time all three times. There was every little detail pertaining to our comfort taken care of. My whole family had an enjoyable time, and from every angle possible. The staff were fantastic from the people who spray us with anti bacterial before we eat to the housekeeping staff. We would not cruise with anyone but NCL. They have ...
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Sail Date: August 2018

Cabin Type: Family Inside


Amazing Anniversary Cruise

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liisa9193
First Time Cruiser • Age 50s

This was our first Cruise and it was AMAZING everything was organized embarking and disembarking from beginning of our trip to the end. The ship staff was professional, friendly and helpful all day everyday. Our cabin was cleaned everyday with a different towel animal on our bed when we retuned to our room. The food was delicious with so many different verities of food to choose from. I liked that ...
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Sail Date: August 2018

Cabin Type: Aft-Facing Balcony


I was amaizing experience been on the gem

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aibrys
First Time Cruiser • Age 40s

I will like to thanks Lorena, Kat and all the staff from the Gem it was a fantastic experience been with your guys this week. Lorena Y Kat was fabulous with the entertainment. (Wash it Wash it) don't remember her name but she was the best. Also the guy who clean my room was very good. Thank you for the service and for all the animals he did in on the bed. The food was very good. ...
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Sail Date: August 2018

Cabin Type: Inside

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Overall great cruise

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reallym0m
6-10 Cruises • Age 50s

Three generations of my family went on this cruise, and everyone found something to enjoy or a way to relax. The staff was excellent, in the dining room, cabins and the shops. The food was unexpectedly good as the quality of cruise food generally has changed dramatically since we first started cruising 20 years ago. There was very little repetition in the entrees and the chef was very creative. ...
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Sail Date: August 2018

Cabin Type: Mid-Ship Mini-Suite with Balcony


Great entertainment!

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cpheins
10+ Cruises • Age 50s

The mainstage shows on board the Norwegian Gem were the best of any cruise line I've sailed. The singers and dancers were truly top-notch, and the arrangements (orchestrations) and performance quality were superb. I loved the high energy of the dancing and the variety of the three show themes (swing, country/western, 70s). Knowing that the singers are classically trained, I would love to ...
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Sail Date: August 2018

Cabin Type: Oceanview Porthole Window


All in All, a Great Cruise

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khoogh
6-10 Cruises • Age 60s

We chose this cruise because we wanted to try a Norwegian cruise. The date, destinations and departure worked well for us. Embarkation ws smooth and organized and we were on the ship before noon. The ship showed it's age a bit but there but it's a nice managable size and easy to get around. There were no obvious problems or issues. That being said, the pools were small and the hot tubs were ...
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Sail Date: August 2018

Cabin Type: Balcony


Last minute getaway

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lennysails
10+ Cruises • Age 60s

I love NCL. We had just sailed the Escape in May and decided to book Gem last minute in August! What a ship, what a crew. The ship shows wear but everything else about this ship is 5 star! Amazing staff, food... layout. Service great. The magician Titu was fantastic. The Sugarcane mojo bar was fabulous. Cagneys was as good as Ruth Chris. We wanted a relaxing vacation ...
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Sail Date: August 2018

Cabin Type: Mid-Ship Mini-Suite with Balcony


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