dclybecker
Cruise lines always adds surcharges to everything including “so-called free” items. For instance, the free drink package has a huge surcharge. 20% added to everything you purchase which BTW is already Hugh priced.
jonesmf6585
We love the Gem. Have taken three cruises on it.
judypet2
NEVER USE THEIR AIRLINE PROGRAM. NO CHOICES AND TORTUOUS LONG TRIP HOME
FLSueP1950
Skip NCL
davidhilton4
Be prepared to walk, and wear comfortable shoes.
jpennj
Friendly staff. Expect casual. Check out the ports you will visit so you will know if you are not interested in them.
janb3321
Very nice ship
pcreedsmith
Don’t!
dthresher86
If you are travelling with little ones, be prepared to spend most of your time onboard finding your own ways to entertain your child.
dwright323
The coffee machine before you get to the great outdoors did have the best coffee on the ship. Learnt this from another traveler and they were correct.
grampyb
Great ship. Enjoy yourself.
RVACruiser43
Remember to check the fish on the carpet, they swim towards the Bow except the Red one who bucks the trend IE Freestyle :-) Study the deck plans on the NCL website prior to cruising so you know where everything is and how to get there. I often saw people looking a bit confused. The only thing I wonder about is why the corridor on port side from the atrium to the center elevators is block by whatever is behind the door. I don't remember that on the Jewel, and the Star and Dawn do not have that blockage, I was always going to the wrong side when departing the elevator, but you can always exit the door to the prominade and go around outside. Also note that deck 6 has the Galley between the 2 MDR's so you cannot walk thru from Center elevators to the Aft MDR. One elevator in the Aft bank does go to deck 6 but otherwise the steps from Deck 7 to the aft MDR are the best way to get there. I would suggest that any Handicapped persons avoid this venue and dine in the midship MDR.
hw5877
The Spinnaker Lounge; Sherman and Gary are amazing bar tenders and made us feel like we were at our local hangout. The Spinnaker is at the front of the ship and has an amazing view. It was a great place to watch our arrival in Bermuda.
biglarr
It is a relatively small cruise ship so be prepared for a great time. Can get a little rough in high seas.
fullerbonnie
Bring a good book or two and relax. Plenty of deck chairs, a quiet library, and a board game room. It's not necessary to spend a ton of money to enjoy a cruise.
krisyhd
Be prepared to only have 2 outlets to plug in your electronics and bring motion sickness medicine.
shrtct
Stay away from the casino! The buffets are ok. Get the dining package if you can. Eat at Cagney's and Teppanyaki. The O'shehans is not open 24 hours this food can be worse then the Buffet.
rlcclegg
Get your towels on chairs near the pool early in the morning
tannervida
sail on royal carribea n
Freddybigguns
Do your homework before you sail!!! Pick your days it going to be less crowded. Your paying all that money to get frustrated not wort it when on vacation
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