Great Relaxing Cruise

Item: Norwegian Gem
Rating: 4.8
Author: pilotpaul55

Norwegian Gem Cruise Review to Bermuda

pilotpaul55

Contributor Level: Purser

Cruises: 2-3 cruises

Review: 1

Helpful Votes: 6

Overall rating:

4.8 out of 5

7 Night Bermuda (Boston Roundtrip)

Sail date: June 07, 2024

Ship: Norwegian Gem

Cabin type: Oceanview

Cabin number: 4570

Traveled as: Couple

Reviewed: 2 months ago

Review summary

The cruise overall was very relaxing and fun. All the staff were helpful and pleasant. The only annoying things were the costs of the excursions on Bermuda. They were more expensive than if you found transportation (which is available right at the port) on your own. Also, my other complaint was the golf cages (two of them), and they both had the same problem. There were no right handed clubs available.

Embarkation

5 out of 5

Many agents were available which speeded the experience. No issues, went smoothly.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

4 out of 5

We ate almost every day at the buffet. The buffet was good, not great. The taste of the food, while fresh, sometimes fell flat. We also ate at the Italian Restaurant, La Cochina. I thought the food was very good.

Onboard Activities

5 out of 5

I used the fitness center (there is only one). I signed up for the Bootcamp class, which came to about $17/class after all the taxes and tips. The instructor was very tough, which I liked. Afte the 1st class, I was in class alone. He modified the activity to fit what I need.

Entertainment

5 out of 5

I enjoyed the shows, especially Tom Franken. His show was so much fun.

Children's Programs

No kiddies.

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

The waiters at the buffet were great, especially Mr. Washy Washy Happy Happy.

Ship Quality

5 out of 5

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5

The bed was comfortable, we had no control of the room temperature but it was pleasant during sleeping. The only temperature control available was the bathroom.

Ports of call

Boston, Massachusetts Did not visit port

Live in the Boston area.

Thumbs Up 0

Royal Naval Dockyard, West End, Bermuda

5 out of 5

Bar Harbor, Maine

5 out of 5

Disembarkation

4 out of 5

6 Comments

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