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Norwegian Gem Cruise Review to Caribbean - Eastern

Cruises: 1 cruise (first)
Review: 1
Helpful Votes: 39

Overall rating:

5 out of 5
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Norwegian Gem

9 Night Eastern Caribbean (New York Roundtrip)

Sail date: January 27, 2013

Ship: Norwegian Gem

Cabin type: Inside

Traveled as: Couple

Reviewed: 11 years ago

Review summary

My husband and I just returned from our first cruise. We chose a 9 night Norwegian Caribbean cruise through . Our experience far exceeded our expectations. The whole trip was so professionally handled for us from the searching at to the very last minute of our selected cruise. We will certainly do this again! Thank you!!

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5
Excellent food choices and great service!

Onboard Activities

5 out of 5
A wide range of activities were offered - enough for everyone.

Entertainment

5 out of 5
There were so many wonderful choices for entertainment and activities we'll have to go again to see it all!

Children's Programs

We had no children with us, however, the kids I saw were having a great time.

Service and Staff

5 out of 5
We were so impressed with the quality of the staff.

Ship Quality

5 out of 5
Beautiful ship, stellar accomodations.

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5
Although interior and small - it was extremely comfortable.

Ship tip

Make sure you try the fine dining sit down complimentary restaurants a few nights on the Norwegian Gem, but mostly you'll love the Garden Cafe buffet style because of it's huge variety presented every single meal!

Ports of call

New York, New York Did not visit port

Easy access from the airport to the ship - used NY Airporter company.

San Juan, Puerto Rico Did not visit port

San Juan port was beautiful-the Old San Juan city was so interesting and quaint.

Philipsburg, St. Maarten Did not visit port

St. Maarten was very beautiful. Go to Rima's for the best prices!

Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas Did not visit port

Beautiful views from the mts.

Samana, Dominican Republic

5 out of 5
Make sure to go to the beach and enjoy the water!

Traveler Photos

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2 Comments

ivr333    11 years ago

jan 27th u must be in another world getting on that ship was a nightmare.

CruiselineQ    11 years ago

Great picture of the statue of liberty! Enjoyed your review - thanks.

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