Norwegian Joy Cruise Reviews - Questions and Answers
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Q: I have seen a lot of reviews of how crowded the ship is. Does that included Alaskan/Off-season sailings? Wanting an answer from that lense.
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A: Ships are fully loaded with guests. But you can still find space to yourself if you look.
Answered by RamblingWaves on August 16, 2024
A: If you sail when schools are in session, there will be less kids and it will be slightly less crowded. But ships are still sailing at 100% capacity and above, when you include cabins with more than 2 guests. It will still feel crowded at times.
Answered by jpmato16 on August 16, 2024
A: I've never done one because I constantly hear Hawaii is overated. If I were to do one Id get a one way that incorperates Japan and/or Alaska.
Answered by picalo on August 3, 2024
A: I can only suggest one I would not go on! We did the NCL Pride of America cruise in 2022. Booked it because it is the only ship that originates and ends in Honolulu. You can hit all the islands on a 7 day itinerary. However, we found the ship outdate... d and not well maintained. The ports were primarily industrial sites and Hawaii itself seemed over-rated. I was there in early 80’s and it has changed a lot. NOT for the better. If it is bucket list must. I agree with other comments to select a cruise that stops in Hawaii as part of bigger itinerary. Good Luck!See More
Answered by borisandnatasha on August 18, 2024
Q: I'm curious about the wifi package. Say you ordered the wifi on your 4th or 5th day instead of the start of your cruise. is the price cheaper or still the same?
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A: the "all you can eat" internet package is the same the first day as the last... so no, you can't order it on the third day for savings. I always buy the unlimited streaming internet and sometimes it cost as much or more than the base price of the c... ruise... but the streaming internet is blazing fast and i watch youtubeTV .See More
Answered by picalo on July 27, 2024
A: the packages are based on minutes of use. and it will not be cheaper. Just remember to log off. log in in one window. keep it open. open up another window for wifi use. then when done close second window. bring up login window and log off.
Answered by RamblingWaves on July 27, 2024
A: One thing we’ve learned, most cell phone carriers cover the Caribbean islands and Mexico. Depending on your itinerary, you may find that you don’t need an internet package or can at least make due with cheapest option offered.
Answered by borisandnatasha on August 4, 2024
A: This is you first Breakaway Plus class. Significant features of this ship include the observation lounge, the District Brewhouse and my favorite "The Q" night time upcharge bbq place with country music
Answered by picalo on July 19, 2024
A: Instead of being called O'Sheehans it's called The Local on Joy and the newer NCL ships.
Answered by ampm1970 on July 19, 2024
A: Personally, the pier, while incredibly expensive, is the best choice. There have always been spots, and porters are there to help with bags. There's directions somewhere, but last time (March), we came from the South on the WSH (I'm old, it's 9A on... Google maps) and just looped around under it and made a left/u-turn at 57th st. It looped around right back to the pier. Watch for bicyclists and pedestrians, stay in the right hand lane, then stay to the left going up the ramp. There are signs.See More
Answered by johnnmary on July 20, 2024
A: It's stupid but you go through a toll booth at the first pier, then they send you to the second. PREPAYing saves you money.https://cruise.nyc/MCT-directions-parkingThe parking pre-pay is under that link, I can't post enough letters to do it.
Answered by johnnmary on July 20, 2024
Q: I haven't cruised recently and wanted to know if the old key cards are still being used for both getting into your room as well as using for drinks/extras.
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A: yes... for NCL they are using your card for both entry and charging.
Answered by picalo on June 5, 2024
A: Hello fellow cruiser, yes & yes!! Once you’re told you can check in, you will be asked to add your preferred cc, etc. Also, you will receive an email a few days out before cruising w/ the mandatory Muster Drill instructions. Make sure you comply.... When you board The JOY, attendants will direct you to the theatre where they will scan your phone for verification & done w/ the drill!! Hope this helps ~ Enjoy & happy cruising 😎⚓️🤩❣️‼️See More
Answered by 24MyLuckyDragon on June 5, 2024
Q: Anyone out here who stayed in cabin 5703 or nearby (deck 5) on the Nowergian Joy? Was it noisy? Seems its located just below the Joy Theatre and Texas Smokehouse...Thanks!
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A: I was in 5111 which is an interior cabin. If you go to bed early (before 11:30pm) you might hear noise. I went to bed late every night except the final night when I was back in my cabin early. I did hear some noise, definitely the bass thumping. I br... ing a small fan for white noise and also play videos on my iPad to fall asleep so it didn’t bother me at all. No early morning noise at all.See More
Answered by stinkyharriet on May 12, 2024
Q: We sailing on the Joy on April 9th to Bermuda. How do I make reservations for the Specialty Dinning on My NCL app? Also I cruised a lot before I haven't in the last 10 years. what is the dining dress code? do they have formal nights?
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A: Their dress code is far more relaxed than that. T shirts and shorts are perfectly acceptable in the dining room. Just no bathing suits and the like.
Answered by Jerrec on March 19, 2024
A: Norwegian doesn't have formal nights but you can dress up when you want and get pictures taken. Dining room dress code is resort casual. Collared shirts and dockers type pants for the men and dress or nice pants for women. No flip flops, shorts or... swimwear. They have all the info on the website also.See More
Answered by pnjkay on March 19, 2024
A: I was it in June of last year. It was some virtual boards in some of the halls near the elevators. You could make reservations on it for dinner and activities.
Answered by urhyness on March 20, 2024
A: You can make dining reservations by going to the dining section of the app and scrolling down until you find the restaurant you want. If there are still reservations available, it will allow you to pick a day and time. Don't worry if your preferred d... ay or time isn't available, because I heard they only let 20% of the available reservations be booked through the app and you should still be able to book on the ship. If it's easier for you, you can also call 1-866-234-7350. Have your reservation number ready and they can help you.See More
Answered by spookylu on March 20, 2024
Q: I will be on the Ncl Joy on March 2nd. Can anyone tell me if they had themed dress nights for example the dress in white party?
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Q: Freestyle Dining question: can it be a long wait, about 5:30We will have a big table of 10 in our family and was kinda hoping for a set reservation.
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A: When you arrive, make reservations for the week. You may find that you can only get a later dining time. Show up and let them know you have a reservation. They usually got me in quickly at 5:30 regardless of my reservation time.
Answered by CruiseQueen34 on February 11, 2024
A: If by Freestyle you are referring to the complimentary dining, most do not offer reservations. Specially dining will allow you to make reservations. It never hurts to ask the restaurant ahead of time however that you have a large party and don’t real... ly want to wait. Slip them a $50 bill and I’m guessing they can get you in without much wait.See More
Answered by stephncj on February 13, 2024
A: The only inside pool on the Joy is located in the Haven.
Answered by nurseycindy on February 8, 2024
A: There is no indoor pool. However, the ship is in dry dock now for three weeks for improvements. One the improvements is an enlargement of spa area including a large heated spa pool/tub
Answered by borisandnatasha on February 8, 2024
A: If it’s an inside stateroom, there will be 2 bottom beds and 2 beds that are pulldown Pullman beds with ladders. If it’s a balcony or club balcony, there will be 2 permanent beds, 1 person who sleeps on the couch, and 1 person who sleeps in a pulldow... n Pullman bed that comes out of the ceiling.See More
Answered by jpmato16 on January 20, 2024
A: Haven’t been actually aboard yet! A few videos on YouTube show the couch as a bed and a drop down bunk out of the ceiling. Was doing research on the ship and was wondering myself. We will be sailing with our child in June
Answered by billyspirit on January 28, 2024
Q: Does NCL allow you to downgrade the free drink package to a soda only package? Have a non-drinker with me and trying to save money on the gratuatity.
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A: They asked for the card when we went. Everytime you wanted a drink. So maybe you got lucky.
Answered by urhyness on December 27, 2023
A: If i might suggest that if the drinker in the cabin has just a few drinks a day its very worth the non drinker paying the free at sea gratuities for the alcohol package even if he doesn't drink....(i ran out of character allotment to finish my answer... .. sorry)See More
Answered by picalo on December 27, 2023
A: we declined the package on a recent cruise and bought one soda package. However for the most part no one asked for the card but just gave the soda. I'm glad I knew we'd paid for it on principle but it's really not enforced.
Answered by leerats on December 26, 2023
A: all adults in the cabin have to have the same package, so if you have the drink package they have to have it also. if neither of you drink, you can decline the beverage package and purchase the soda package, its about half the price of the required... gratuity if you were to take the beverage package.See More
Answered by toastboy on October 29, 2023
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Q: Traveling with my husband, he uses a walker and oxygen, just curious about trolley services in Belize, I have looked in the excursions but found nothing.
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Answer QuestionA: if you have added the cruise you want to review to your list of cruises just click on it. Near the top of the page that pops up is a box that says write a review. touch that and review away.
Answered by montanaman on July 15, 2023
A: press the + button on the bottom of the page that is where mine is on my app. It's in a blue circle the plus sign (+)
Answered by barb1967 on July 18, 2023
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