From my view Excursions were expensive can find from tourist info centres ashore So much food choice paying extra for restaurant not a neccessity but drinks package is a must Don't book in school holidays this doesn't mean no kids just hopefully not so many Take ear plugs if you wish sit by pool
If you don't want to pay the daily service charges and want to tip staff yourself just go to the main desk and tell them so. They will give you a form to send in when you get home to get a refund. They can also provide you with envelopes to tip with.
The amplifier is way too loud (game shows, music bands, etc). I believe most of the audience members are not deaf. So it will be more pleasant if the volume is turned down a little.
Bring a book. and bring playing cards so you're not bored. trust me. they do have a game room, but its small and always packed.
GET THE DRINK PACKAGE!! Well worth it, especially when I drank when I was bored. haha!
Stay away from the buffet when possible. Seating minimal and restaurants are delish!
will be sure and check on whether it was an adult cruise or a cruise full of kids under 15.
Also no controls on reserving pool chairs and tables. Appears you can keep it all day by throwing a towel on chair or table .
Smoking should be banned. Maps of the ship should be readily available on small cards (3x5 or 4x6) so we can use them as reference, especially guest services. The disembarkation written instructions should be the same as the TV instructions concerning baggage. Prices for toiletries are too high.
Embarkation should not be delayed because of sanitary reasons.People should be compensated for presence of insects in their beds and room charge should be lowered accordingly.
Overall good. Turn Deck music off for Important announcements. Enforce age limit in hot tubs/lounges . Teens (18) who have permission to drink are providing drinks to other underage teens. Inappropriate Karaoke songs ( I was High/ graphic rap songs about sex) should be removed from the choice list.
Moderno Churrascaria does not serve authentic Brazilian food, do not waste your money there. They served baked beans instead of black beans and the meat is not salted at all.
Restos fairly priced. Not enough to do on sea days. The activities that were available consisted of attending seminars for buying items. Movies should be free. Not enough quiet spaces. Spa prices outrageous. Shining part is the staff, best part of the trip.
-Bring hand sanitizer and clorox wipes.
-Even with the included unlimited beverage package you will pay service charges. Nothing is ever "complimentary" on NCL. Fresh squeezed juices and specialty coffees are extra.
-You will wait a while for a drink at the bars.
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