Don't look for many supermodels on the beaches in January. Lots of large, older people and very few kids. That can be a plus or a minus depending on your point of view because many of these individuals believe they actually are supermodels/super rich and dress and behave in that character.
Embarkation
3 out of 5
Got in late, missed the 1st muster drill, and special welcome events due to airport issues.
Ship experiences
Food and Dining
5 out of 5
We stay away from the buffet and use the main dining rooms and specialty venues.
Onboard Activities
4 out of 5
There was always something to do and we never felt forced or herded into activities.
Entertainment
4 out of 5
Major shows were very good but the lounge acts were average at best. Miss the dueling pianos that are on the larger ships but the small venues are always either the favorite or least favorite entertainment.
Children's Programs
Our youngest is way over 18.
Service and Staff
5 out of 5
We actually wrote several Hero cards out for our staff. When you are on vacation, taking time to do this sort of homework shows how much they went over the top to serve us.
Ship Quality
4 out of 5
Clean - yes. Design - confusing (with lots of dead ends and can't get there from here scenario's). But, it is an older ship and we have seen much worse in terms of design.
Cabin / Stateroom
5 out of 5
Good size, very comfortable, and well kept. It housed 3 very nicely.
Ship tip
Study the ship maps before your voyage. Getting around and finding your way will be much easier.
It's a nice port, and we did the city tour with a stop in old San Juan and the fort. After you have visited a few times - there isn't much new, but we felt safe.
Did the whale / dolphin excursion. It was rough, no sightings, an hour overdue, and people were getting sick. Bathrooms on board were nasty. Fortunately NCL gave us a free upscale meal as compensation and they will likely stop offering this trip since so many complained about it.
Just visit the Boatyard (look up their website). It's inexpensive, free wifi, free drink, free umbrella/chair, free cab back to ship, and one hell of a party atmosphere!!!
Took the water taxi over to the city and visited the local cathedral for Sunday mass. It was a experience to see the locals faith - something very rare on a cruise.
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