A Wonderful Cruise

Item: Norwegian Jewel
Rating: 4.8
Author: jec115

Norwegian Jewel Cruise Review

jec115

Contributor Level: Second Mate

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Cruises: 7+ cruises

Reviews: 5

Helpful Votes: 70

Overall rating:

4.8 out of 5

12 Night Panama Canal (San Diego To Colon)

Sail date: January 14, 2023

Ship: Norwegian Jewel

Traveled as: Couple

Reviewed: 1 year ago

Review summary

Overall the cruise was one of our best. The west coast is awesome to see.

Embarkation

5 out of 5

Embarkation was very smooth as we arrived around 1pm. No line at all.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5

The food at all the locations was great and the service at the Speciality Restaurants was outstanding. Cagney’s is the best.

Onboard Activities

5 out of 5

There were more than enough activities to keep us busy.

Entertainment

4 out of 5

Most of the entertainment in the theater was great. The magicians and comedians were the best.

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

The service and staff went above and beyond to make everyone happy.

Ship Quality

5 out of 5

The ship was very clean and all the public areas were very clean also.

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5

Our cabin was your typical balcony cabin. Everything worked properly and was clean.

Ship tip

Book your speciality dining and excursions as early as possible, even before you leave to avoid not receiving you desired dining time.

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Ports of call

Puntarenas, Costa Rica

3 out of 5

I believe the Caribbean side of the country is a better port of call.

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Acapulco, Mexico

5 out of 5

Great port to view cliff divers.

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Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala

4 out of 5

Just walked around this port. So So.

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Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

5 out of 5

Another great port. Whale watching is a must at this port as it is exciting.

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Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

5 out of 5

Excellent port. The camel ride excursion was great and exciting.

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Panama Canal Transit

5 out of 5

A must see if you have not done it.

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Disembarkation

5 out of 5

Disembarkation from the ship was easy. The only part that needs help is if you are taking their bus to the airport. Once you are outside it is a free for all trying to find where your bus is and making sure you are on the right colored coded bus for your final destination.