Photo Credit: vgreen_CC
Photo Credit: steventrace
Photo Credit: hallelujahcruiser
Photo Credit: hallelujahcruiser
Cruiser Rating
Featured Review
Panama Canal amazing experience!
"Even the premium beverage package has a limited selection of bottles, and the best ones are merely discounted rather than being included.The beer and wine available in the buffet restaurants is limited...."Read More
MkeCruzn
6-10 Cruises
•
Age 40s
Filters
1-10 of 22 Eastern Caribbean Norwegian Jewel Eastern Caribbean Cruise Reviews
Review for a Panama Canal & Central America Cruise on Norwegian Jewel
Bucket Listed
2-5 Cruises • Age 60s
We arrived early into Panama City airport, and the transport started with an impromptu tour of Panama City and a pit stop for breakfast as we couldn't arrive in Colon before 11. The ride to Colon was purely functional, and we didn't view much that was photo worthy. Embarkation felt like sort of a mess in Colon, and it was a relief to finally get on the ship.
My bucket list included full ...
Read MoreSail Date: March 2023
Cabin Type: Mini-Suite with Balcony
Review for a Panama Canal & Central America Cruise on Norwegian Jewel
Sitting here
2-5 Cruises • Age 50s
The Travelers: Early 50's empty nesters. This was our fifth cruise, third with NCL, and the second time we’ve cruised without the kids. I’ll say going in that overall I was pleased with NCL, and especially with the Jewel and her crew. It wasn’t perfect, no trip ever is, but it sure was a great vacation.
The Cruise: NCL Jewel 12-night, San Diego to Colon, Panama via the Panama Canal with port ...
Read MoreSail Date: January 2023
Review for a Panama Canal & Central America Cruise on Norwegian Jewel
NH_Wave_Rider
6-10 Cruises • Age 70s
We chose this cruise because we had not visited any of the ports of call before, and we have always wanted to see the Panama Canal.
The Issues:
We were disappointed that Nicaragua was cancelled, due to Covid Protocols. We were not told about this until we were on board. More notice should have been given to all passengers. I think NCL knew well in advance about this situation, and could ...
Read MoreSail Date: January 2023
Cabin Type: Mid-Ship Mini-Suite with Balcony
Review for a Panama Canal & Central America Cruise on Norwegian Jewel
MkeCruzn
6-10 Cruises • Age 40s
Itinerary
We were on a repositioning itinerary from 7-night Mexican Riviera to Panama Canal. We selected this cruise because we would visit some different countries while traveling towards the canal. The following itineraries will be in the southern Caribbean, but still with a Panama Canal crossing. There were only about 1500 passengers onboard, so it was much easier than normal to reserve a ...
Read MoreSail Date: January 2023
Cabin Type: Mid-Ship Mini-Suite with Balcony
Review for a Panama Canal & Central America Cruise on Norwegian Jewel
TimJansen
10+ Cruises • Age 50s
We chose this cruise for a couple of reasons - ports of call including the Panama Canal and second the price was amazing. NCL service is absolutely TOP NOTCH in all aspects of delivery. Everyone was polite, helpful, kind and courteous. The Jewel is a great ship - just the right size - not too big/not too small. The refurbishment is NICE. Ports of call included Cabo San Lucas, Puerto Vallarta, ...
Read MoreSail Date: November 2022
Review for a Caribbean - Eastern Cruise on Norwegian Jewel
!cocruising!
6-10 Cruises • Age 60s
This is the 2nd time on NCL Jewel which was booked the very last minute. Since the last time has to say she went thru refurbishment and looks a LOT better. NCL took out the Chocolate Night and the lobster night but did have a sea food night on the last day. Cabin was clean and even when we did not wanted it cleaned, Sam cleaned it anyways.
Food was ok. Menu hardly changed from November ...
Read MoreSail Date: April 2015
Cabin Type: Oceanview Porthole Window
Review for a Caribbean - Eastern Cruise on Norwegian Jewel
Trevmandjohns125
First Time Cruiser • Age 40s
I found a handful of people complaining about length of time to get a drink. We found the best waiter the 1st day & our group just meshed with him. He had the best personality & went the extra mile for us daily. We usually started out the day with a nice tip because he was well deserving of it. I hope you all are lucky enough to meet Oswell Raymond. He will make your trip extra special. You ...
Read MoreSail Date: April 2015
Cabin Type: Mid-Ship Oceanview Picture Window
Review for a Caribbean - Eastern Cruise on Norwegian Jewel
nehvah
First Time Cruiser • Age 30s
BARS
Loved the staff - Bartenders in the Spinnaker lounge were the absolute best. They took care of us, made us drinks based on our tastes ie: sweet, not too sweet, etc. (we seriously even went home and bought liquor based on their recommendations). A. Kumar, in particular was awesome. Tip them well! They know what they're doing.
RESTAURANTS/FOOD
Le bistro was probably my favorite restaurant. I ...
Read MoreSail Date: March 2015
Cabin Type: Balcony
Review for a Caribbean - Eastern Cruise on Norwegian Jewel
Umemori
First Time Cruiser • Age 40s
Cruise Critic has been such a helper to prepare for our first trip - we read 300+ reviews and tips and came back from the cruise today happy and fulfilled!
The roll call is the must - we felt connected even before the trip. Tim and Debbie were such nice hosts and arranged a very nice meet and greet on the first sea day. Cruise critic is influential - The senior officers showed up for us and gave ...
Read MoreSail Date: March 2015
Cabin Type: Obstructed Oceanview
Review for a Caribbean - Eastern Cruise on Norwegian Jewel
gearheart
2-5 Cruises • Age 70s
Since this was our first cruise with NCL (we've done 3 others on another line), I read the reviews here before we left. When I saw several that said the crew wasn't as friendly or helpful as on other ships, I thought "surely not", but I'm sorry to report that that was our experience also. Not every crew member, of course. Our cabin stewards were great and we did occasionally meet someone who was ...
Read MoreSail Date: January 2015
Cabin Type: Inside
Find a Norwegian Jewel Cruise from $198
Eastern Caribbean Cruise Reviews for Other Norwegian (NCL) Ships
Get special cruise deals, expert advice, insider tips and more.By proceeding, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.