Norwegian Jewel Cruise Reviews for Gay & Lesbian to Asia

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Nice common areas on deck - appreciated the stage area in a central spot that was consistent with music and entertainment throughout sea days and in the afternoons as cruisers were returning to the ship.
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Sea day.....be warned the idiotic chair hogs are allowed to reserve from 7am.
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Not to be missed show with finale
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Disorganization reigns supreme - and no one takes responsibility
"Again the port was blamed but it was obvious that Norwegian doesn't pay for a good service.Just completed Manila to Port Klang cruise as first of back-to-back...."Read More
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Could have been better

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Tsvetelina
2-5 Cruises • Age 30s

Second time on Norwegian Jewel. Previous time was nice but not amazing. We chose it again because of the itinerary. What we did not like this time: - lack of sufficient and clear information prior to embarkation. the website is not working properly, no responses on email or phone. Problems with booking excursions. - the ship's entertainment pretty much resembled last year's programme - ...
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Sail Date: February 2024


High expectations not met.

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susyq 1967
10+ Cruises • Age 50s

We were looking forward to this.....a lot! We had booked a similar itinerary with Ncl 2 years prior and they simply pulled the cruise. No explanation, it just went. Forgot about that when we booked this. Gradually, this became a different cruise to what we had booked. ports disappeared, shore time shortened. Overnights stops became at sea days! Anyway, we were determined to enjoy Asia, and in ...
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Sail Date: January 2024


Appaling Customer service and way too many cutbacks

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steventrace
10+ Cruises • Age 50s

Booked this cruise as a 60th birthday celebration, and was very disappointed that on final payment we received the itinerary changes. I emailed NCL in December without a reply (this is now standard NCL customer service unless you email the upper management) We then received further Itinerary changes just a couple of weeks before departure. As I had paid for an overnight hotel in Singapore to ...
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Sail Date: January 2024

Cabin Type: Mid-Ship Balcony


Another Hotel California cruise

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hen302
10+ Cruises • Age 70s

Welcome to the Hotel California cruise. You can check out anytime you want - but you can never leave. This review focuses on the 2nd of the back to back cruises around Asia, but will include comments on specific areas common in both cruises. The good bits remain - most service staff are excellent and we enjoyed our interactions with staff in the Magnums bar and both main dining rooms. ...
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Sail Date: December 2023

Traveled with disabled person


Disorganization reigns supreme - and no one takes responsibility

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hen302
10+ Cruises • Age 70s

Just completed Manila to Port Klang cruise as first of back-to-back. First the good bits. Most of the service staff are fantastic - wait staff, stateroom attendants and bar staff are friendly and efficient. They aim to provide a quality service. Food is generally excellent at this price point. Actually better than expected but we didn't go near the buffet which always looked chaotic and the ...
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Sail Date: November 2023


Nice Cruise - The Ship and Crew Have a Lot of Problems

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Mike1891
10+ Cruises • Age 60s

This was a cruise to Asia, cruising with a close friend and our wives. The ports were interesting, and tours were OK. Highlights included stops in Vietnam and Boracay in the Philippines, also stops in Malaysia, Brunei, Taiwan and Singapore. There were a number of ports which required use of tenders, which were generally OK. There were some silly issues with the crew, which the Captain, who ...
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Sail Date: October 2023

Cabin Type: Balcony


Never again on NCL

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Treninger
6-10 Cruises • Age 50s

I was on a private charter of the Jewel from Hong Kong to Tokyo for a 10 night adventure. I had a balcony room to myself for the holiday. Boarding went smoothly but when it was announced that all the staterooms were ready, mine was still not. Even after I was allowed in, I had to call back the room attendant there was still dirt on the glass shelves in the bathroom. Not having a clean bathroom ...
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Sail Date: April 2019

Cabin Type: Family Balcony


First Time on Norwegian and Likely the Last

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Alawrence1
2-5 Cruises • Age 60s

We booked a 10 day cruise from Hong Kong to Tokyo for some R&R and see some new Asian sights. Positives The cabin attendants were very courteous and helpful. The room was very clean and refreshed The ship was refurbished and everything is bright and current, yet somehow lacking excitement. Massage (deep tissue) was top rated. Needs Improvement Dining - Good with way too ...
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Sail Date: April 2019

Cabin Type: Balcony


Lackluster experience

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jaredrd77
10+ Cruises • Age 40s

Norwegian really disappointed. I'll start with the positives. PRO'S: - Good sized bathroom and shower. No shower curtain sticking to you! - Decent food in the buffet, Garden Café - 2018 refurbishment of this ship makes it feel more modern - Good/modern Fitness Centre - Great shows And now the negatives, of which there were so many... CON'S: - TERRIBLE main dining room ...
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Sail Date: April 2019

Cabin Type: Inside


Very good Itinerary

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Fuseman
10+ Cruises • Age 70s

My wife and I chose this cruise because of the itinerary and the add on pre cruise tour of Cambodia. Embarkation was smooth and efficient. Once onboard we were told an announcement would be broadcast when our cabins were ready. After a bit of exploring we went to the buffet for a drink and a snack. Much the same as all other buffets people piling plates like it was to be their last meal and ...
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Sail Date: March 2019

Cabin Type: Mid-Ship Balcony


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