New York (Manhattan) to the USA 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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Beautiful Ship - Great Food

Review for a Caribbean - Eastern Cruise on Norwegian Gem

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mbrusyo
2-5 Cruises • Age 40s

We have cruised on other lines before, and this was our first experience on NCL. We are now huge fans! First of all, I loved the Gem - the ship is perfectly sized for me. It was easy to get around, and there were lots of areas to sit and hang out with a book and a drink. My favorite was the Spinnaker Lounge early in the morning with a book and a cup of coffee (you can get coffee right around the ...
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Sail Date: April 2023

Cabin Type: 2-Bedroom Deluxe Family Suite with Balcony

Traveled with children


Flawless first cruise

Review for a Bahamas Cruise on Norwegian Gem

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pookel
First Time Cruiser • Age 40s

This was our first cruise and we booked it sort of at the last minute because it was cheap and some friends were going. We were told it was a weird itinerary - NYC to Bermuda, just a half day in Bermuda, then on to Nassau, Great Stirrup Cay and a long day in Port Canaveral (7 am to 1 am). We were also told it would be cold in Bermuda and the seas would be rough in January. But everything turned ...
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Sail Date: January 2023

Cabin Type: Mid-Ship Mini-Suite with Balcony


Cruising is BACK!

Review for a Caribbean - Eastern Cruise on Norwegian Gem

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Nicolemac
10+ Cruises • Age 50s

The start of our cruise was extremely easy. We all tested at the pier which was well organized. Only about 30 people in a group. Once your test is negative you get to check in for your cruise. Took about 1hour for everything. No more Muster drill. You have to watch a video and once on board you fine your muster station and they sign you off. Very easy. The ship was only at 730 capacity. We ...
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Sail Date: February 2022

Cabin Type: Mid-Ship Balcony


Safest Caribbean cruise ever

Review for a Caribbean - Eastern Cruise on Norwegian Gem

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wannacruise2022
6-10 Cruises • Age 60s

This was the third time our Caribbean cruise was rescheduled due to two years of COVID cancelations. We arrived with negative COVID tests and took another rapid one on day of departure. We thoroughly enjoyed this cruise. 5 of us were first time cruisers. The staff were incredible. Kudos to Ivan, Egy, Farrot, & Nythin to mention a few but the biggest surprise was the fantastic band Sonata. They ...
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Sail Date: January 2022

Cabin Type: Deluxe Owner's Suite with Large Balcony


Exceptional service, wonderful memories

Review for a Caribbean - All Cruise on Norwegian Gem

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juried
10+ Cruises • Age 20s

NCL Gem Review 3/6/2020 through 3/16/2020 Sorry, this is a long one. I almost did not write it. I mean with so many more serious things on our minds lately. But then I thought, this cruise was exceptional and maybe people need to hear that. 4 Adults in the Garden Villa Suite 14000. Both my husband and I are platinum plus latitude members. We had booked an H3 months prior but once ...
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Sail Date: March 2020

Cabin Type: Garden Villa


Wonderful winter getaway

Review for a Caribbean - All Cruise on Norwegian Gem

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sue12be
6-10 Cruises • Age 50s

The Norwegian Gem was a wonderful ship to get away from the winter blahs in Ohio. We traveled to plenty of warm sunshiny ports with great people and great weather. The ship is small which I like. I meet numerous people and saw them several times throughout the cruise and we would talk like lifetime friends. Everyone was happy and worked their butts off to serve you and make the cruise the best ...
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Sail Date: February 2020

Cabin Type: Balcony


Amazing times

Review for a Caribbean - All Cruise on Norwegian Gem

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Dext3
First Time Cruiser • Age 50s

Wow. First time on the Gem. I was impressed by how attentive the entire staff was. From the executive officers (who were ALWAYS approachable) all the way down the line, everyone made us feel welcomed. The Cruise Director (and staff) were fun, funny and totally involved with the passengers. The stage shows were excellent. We went to Blazing Boots and Get Down Tonight, both were high energy ...
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Sail Date: February 2020

Cabin Type: Obstructed Oceanview


Fantastic music

Review for a Caribbean - All Cruise on Norwegian Gem

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protindo
10+ Cruises • Age 20s

Just returned on Friday. The ship is the perfect size. We had very smooth seas. The specialty restaurants were hit or miss. First time to Cagney it was extremely crowded but service was good. Next visit we waited over an hour for entree. We cancelled our third visit. LeBistro was always good. Husband had Escargot . Said it was delicious. I favor their lamb chops. Moderno was good and salad bar ...
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Sail Date: February 2020

Cabin Type: Courtyard Villa with Balcony


Fabulous trip

Review for a Caribbean - All Cruise on Norwegian Gem

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spedteacher908
6-10 Cruises • Age 70s

Our trip was fabulous. We love Norwegian. We prefer the mid size ships of about 2000 people. The elevators are never crowded and the garden cafe is smaller. We got lost so many times in the garden cafe on the Escape and the Breakaway. We also love to sit in the Spinnaker lounge and the bigger ships don’t have this large beautiful view at the top of the ship. It was sorely missed on the ...
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Sail Date: February 2020

Cabin Type: Oceanview Picture Window


Very enjoyable cruise

Review for a Caribbean - All Cruise on Norwegian Gem

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tamasdanku
First Time Cruiser • Age 40s

We did the holiday cruise out of New York from 21 December to January 4. The ship is beautiful and very clean. All the staff were really friendly. The entertainment was quite good, the cruise director, Luz was fantastic. We mainly dined in the main dining raoom, we found the food to be really tasty and good. We had the unlimited beverage package and the bar staff know how to make good cocktails :) ...
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Sail Date: December 2019

Cabin Type: Balcony


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