Norwegian Breakaway July 2019

Norwegian Breakaway Cruise Review to Caribbean - Western

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Review: 1
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Overall rating:

4 out of 5
Norwegian Breakaway

7 Night Western Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip)

Sail date: July 21, 2019

Ship: Norwegian Breakaway

Cabin type: Balcony

Traveled as: Family (older children)

Reviewed: 5 years ago

Review summary

Don't let the bad reviews scare you. First the cons. Yes it is a big ship, and the pool was a little crowded at sea days. Buffets a little crowded and food not that great. Don't leave your belongings on lounge chairs for more than 60 minutes or they will confiscate and bring it to guest services. I was a little disappointed with "Rock of Ages ", but that could just be me. Now the pros. Go to Sid Norman's Pour House at night to see the band. Was one of the best bands I have seen in a long time. Played 70's and 80's sing along music. Very friendly band and took pictures with them after the show. Get there early if you want a good seat. "Howl at the moon " was entertaining also. Specialty restaurants and dining rooms were excellent. Moderno, Cagney's and Teppenyaki are a must. Never had a long wait to get a drink at the bar, and you are allowed to get two. Rumors of overwhelming cigarette smoke coming from the casino were not true. Yes you can smell it if you walk through, but not in other parts of the ship.

Embarkation

5 out of 5
No problems getting on the ship.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

4 out of 5
Main Dining rooms and specialty restaurants were excellent. The buffets were over crowded and the food wasn't that good.

Onboard Activities

4 out of 5
Activities a little crowded but not too long a line for the ropes course.

Entertainment

5 out of 5
Kind of disappointed with Rock of Ages. Howl at the moon was pretty good. But the band at Sid Norman's Pour House was the best I have seen in a long time. Also very friendly and took pictures after the show. Get there early if you want good seats.

Service and Staff

4 out of 5
Pool bartenders were excellent.

Ship Quality

4 out of 5

Cabin / Stateroom

4 out of 5
Small balcony but adequate. Room was always kept clean.

Ship tip

Stay away from the buffets at lunch or dinner. Over crowded with rude people.

Ports of call

Coxen Hole, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras

4 out of 5
Did the Maya Key excursion. Not crowded on the beach. Kids loved the monkeys.

Harvest Caye, Belize

5 out of 5
Rented a private cabana for the day. Highly recommend it if you can afford it. Food and drinks not included.

Costa Maya (Mahahual), Mexico

3 out of 5
Went to the Chochoben ruins. One hour air conditioned bus ride to get there. Interesting to see, but be prepared for a lot of walking.

Cozumel, Mexico

3 out of 5
Did the Fury catamaran snorkeling trip. Way too many people in the water for snorkeling. But the private beach was nice. Beer and margueritas included.

Disembarkation

4 out of 5
Last group to get off the ship. No extensive delays.
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