Great time by all of us.

Item: Norwegian Gem
Rating: 4
Author: sheilanorcross

Norwegian Gem Cruise Review to Caribbean - Bahamas

sheilanorcross

Contributor Level: Purser

Cruises: 2-3 cruises

Review: 1

Helpful Votes: 47

Overall rating:

4 out of 5

Verified Review

7 Night Bahamas & Florida (New York Roundtrip)

Sail date: August 09, 2014

Ship: Norwegian Gem

Cabin type: Balcony

Cabin number: 9528

Traveled as: Family (young children)

Reviewed: 10 years ago

Review summary

I took my daughter and her 2 children (my grandchildren) on the cruise. My daughter who always believed that cruises were for 'old' people, 4 days into the cruise, said she wanted to do it again. My grandchildren had freedom they never had before (ages 7 and 9), going to the pool on their own and having breakfast when they were hungry and as much as they wanted . We felt that safe onboard. It was a very restful experience for my daughter. We all left with the reassurance that we would do a cruise again - together...

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

3 out of 5

Not great, but better than average.

Onboard Activities

3 out of 5

The children did participate and had fun

Entertainment

5 out of 5

Love it.

Children's Programs

3 out of 5

Not suitable for my 9 year old grandson. He was placed in a group of 7-9 year olds and he has more of a 12 year old mind.

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

Very attentive, respectful and efficient.

Ship Quality

5 out of 5

But could have had another pool.

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5

Comfortable for sleeping but a little crowded for 4, especially when trying to get dressed. Having a balcony gave us a sense of speciality.

Ship tip

The Stardust Theater's shows are first class. I felt that I was seeing a Broadway performance. The Cruise Director Dan Dan was hilarious -- very talented and a fabulous singing voice. Would love to see him again! The Garden Café buffet has a yummy variety of food choice.

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