Almost a year before the cruise, we started researching what was available to visit countries that were a part of our ancient history. Time in Israel was a primary consideration. The initial 21 day Mediterranean cruise was our choice which we booked in February 2019 and booked our air-fare shortly after.
And the dollar-coaster ride began.
Between February and July there were three price ...
looked a decent price for a solo, originally 20 nights it was reduced to 17 nights with a promised 25% reduction and a 25% off the next booking - problems with a refit lead to the reduced cruise nights
the rearranged flights meant that ncl put me up in a hotel for one night at fumicino airport. I had to arrange my own transfers to be refunded later which was odd as I was greeted at the airport ...
Looking for something fun and stress-free as a way to celebrate my 50th birthday, my wife and I booked a cruise on the Norwegian Spirit over the holidays. The itinerary had us leaving Civitavecchia (port near Rome) on the 22nd, spending Christmas Eve - Christmas Day in Venice, seeing Croatia, Montenegro, Florence/Pisa, and Monte Carlo before stopping in Barcelona for New Year's Eve, then returning ...
I just came back from a 7 days Mediterranean cruise with my family by NCL.
My cabin was very nice and comfortable. The food was the best of the 3 cruise lines.
However, entertainment, shopping and customer service were the worst of the 3 other lines.
The shore excursions were very expensive. What bothered me the most was the bad smell in the elevator. It smelled dead fish. The embark and ...
Our last 5 cruises in a row have been on various Norwegian ships with various itineraries. They were all excellent. We like Norwegian because it is economical, has great ports of call, have sufficient time in each port and do not have specific dinner times.
However, on this cruise we had a few issues. Our toilet didn't work off and on for a couple days, some of the dining room staff in the ...
We chose this cruise because of the number of days, sea days and destinations. We prefer cruises with minimal sea days. The ports and shore excursions were great. NCL has finally begun to use personal audio devices to hear the tour guide with larger groups. The main dining room & buffet were average to fair. Sometimes there was a wait in the dining room to get coffee refills, etc. and the ...
We chose this cruise because it was the end of the year and there were limited options.
The port each day itinerary was fantastic and overall value for money was excellent.
However the ship was dated, the staff were rude and miserable at times, the entertainment was dreadful unless you were 70 years plus.
The food choices were chips with everything, particularly at lunchtime.
The ...
We were looking for a cruise in October to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary. We like Mediterranean, and have already cruised on this ship.
Cabin was okay. Nothing special. Somewhat cramped, but generally typical for standard balcony cabin on Norwegian. We have been on this ship before, and have done several Norwegian cruises. We are Platinum level.
Overall, we feel that quality of ...
We have cruised with this cruise line several times.
We had always had a good experience but since our last cruise I am a vegetarian and can only comment on the lack of vegetarian options are atrocious
Lack lustre curry stir fried vegetables fried rice , or salad were the only option for meals and so the only meal worth looking forward to was breakfast
There are no vegan options ...
The itinerary was great. Most serving, entertainment staff were great people that made this old cruise ship gaining a reputation for good friendly service.
The highlight is a trios, Soul Brothers singing many 60, 70 and a few recents hit without any preparations.
Food although better than Pride of America is just pass the acceptable standard. Oriental food with the exception of 2 dishes ...