I love this ship:)

Item: Norwegian Dawn
Rating: 4
Author: cdrc777

Norwegian Dawn Cruise Review to Bermuda

cdrc777

Contributor Level: Purser

Cruises: 7+ cruises

Review: 1

Helpful Votes: 25

Overall rating:

4 out of 5

Verified Review

7 Night Bermuda (Boston Roundtrip)

Sail date: May 05, 2017

Ship: Norwegian Dawn

Cabin type: Inside

Cabin number: 10103

Traveled as: Singles/Friends

Reviewed: 7 years ago

Review summary

This was my third time on the Dawn. Why? Because I simply love the crew on this ship. Yes, it's convenient as it leaves from Boston, which is a 40 minute drive from my home. Yes, it's Bermuda, and I love the people there. Yes, it's been updated and looks great. But, also, it's the perfect size....neither too big or small. I've been on other NCL ships and this one has the most efficient, considerate, professional, friendly, hard working and pleasant crew. Yes, there are some better than others, but this ship seems to have the same crew members on it year after year, as I recognize many over the years. That's what keeps bringing me back. They make my cruise. When I get off this ship it's real letdown, because I so enjoy their company. I travel solo. They spoil me rotten, so I never feel alone. You can make positive and negative reviews about the food, entertainment, etc., but you will never have a reason to say anything negative about the crew. I enjoy all of it. I make good choices on the food because I know what and where the food I like is all over this ship. Entertainment is varied and great. Is it a great value? No. Not for solo travelers, and not just because it's NCL. Cruises are expensive with every single cruise line. But the bottom line is, when I get off the boat, I miss the crew. They made my trip.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5

Onboard Activities

5 out of 5

Entertainment

5 out of 5

Children's Programs

5 out of 5

I don't have children, but I hear all positive things from others who travel with their children.

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

Ship Quality

5 out of 5

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5

Cabin attendant Pablo Bernandez is the very best I've ever had:)

Ship tip

Do not get a cabin under the Garden Cafe. You will hear chairs being pulled out all day and it's very loud.

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16 Comments

Gwbigdog 2 years ago

Thanks for sharing your cruise with us.

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andreaahlers 7 years ago

Am booked on my second cruise on the Dawn, first time out of Boston. Any pointers for a pre-cruise stay?

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llmayhan 7 years ago

We live in NH and have been on the Dawn to Canada out of Boston and western Caribbean out of New Orleans. Loved it both times! Great entertainment and great food in the main dining room and specialty restaurants. Booked again next May, Boston to Bermuda.

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Honeymoonerz 7 years ago

I cruised on the Dawn in December out of New Orleans. It's my favorite ship so far.

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Kathy717 7 years ago

thank you, I'm going to use this tip!

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esm54687 7 years ago

I'm assuming your daughter dropped you off where the porters were ...... you just have to take the same route, drop bags off and head to the lot. . If you do park in the garage, advice is to park where they tell you..... people have tried parking on lower levels and come back to find car towed.

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Kathy717 7 years ago

thanks! October 20thÄ

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esm54687 7 years ago

You're very welcome.... have a super trip

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Kathy717 7 years ago

I'm 4 hours from Boston, but my daughter lives in Taunton. last year we stayed with her the night before, and she drove us and picked had up from Port. this year were staying at a hotel the night before, than you esm54687 for this parking info! it really helps

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sumday2 7 years ago

I'm 45 minutes from Boston too!

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sumday2 7 years ago

What a great post. This is going to be my first cruise and what you said makes me feel that much more excited! Glad you have had such a great experience.

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esm54687 7 years ago

There are 3 parking locations: 1) open air lot (short walking distance to terminal) 2) open air lot (a distance away but a free shuttle) 3) garage (short walking distance but must use top open air level and deal with 1 elevator) - drop off luggage at terminal (where porters take it) then proceed 200 yards and #1 is on left. Pre pay parking and walk back to terminal - $20/day

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wendybtrev 7 years ago

We are one hour from Boston, so we are driving ourselves there. My question is, where can we park our car for the week, garage, parking lot?

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grovez 7 years ago

I agree totally. Got off the ship last Friday and can't wait to book another cruise on the Dawn. Even with bad weather the captain and crew made it an amazing trip

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Kathy717 7 years ago

I agree, We booked our 2nd cruise on the Dawn in October. The crew is fantastic and they made our vacation very enjoyable!

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esm54687 7 years ago

Ditto

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