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Item: Norwegian Joy
Rating: 3.8
Author: sunseekers559

Norwegian Joy Cruise Review to Mexico

sunseekers559

Contributor Level: Third Mate

Cruises: 7+ cruises

Review: 1

Helpful Votes: 6

Overall rating:

3.8 out of 5

7 Night Mexican Riviera (Los Angeles Roundtrip)

Sail date: December 30, 2022

Ship: Norwegian Joy

Cabin type: Suite

Cabin number: 13200

Traveled as: Couple

Reviewed: 1 year ago

Review summary

This could have beena great cruise but was very very crowded. embarkation and disembarkation ruined a lot good things about this cruise.

Embarkation

5 out of 5

This was the worst embarkation in all the cruises we have taken. We were directed to alternate pier to board ship. Upon arrival it was raining and processing was in large tent. Processing went quickly. Then we were directed to sit and in cold metal folding chairs with wet puddles on floor. We sat for 2.5 hours waiting to be called. Once called were loaded on a bus to ship across the street. Again wait in line once off bus to board ship. This processing needs to be addressed.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5

Food was good in buffet. Steak house was excellent. MDR had many choices

Onboard Activities

5 out of 5

pools

Entertainment

1 out of 5

was unable to see shows they were always booked with reservations. We were very disappointed.

Children's Programs

no children

Service and Staff

4 out of 5

Despite the very crowded ship all crew personnel were awesome

Ship Quality

5 out of 5

yes ship was clean

Cabin / Stateroom

4 out of 5

cabin was clean smaller than expected. Bathroom was larger . Had a double sink and walk in shower.

Ship tip

This is large ship. Can accommodate 4000 plus so be prepared for crowds everywhere. Reserve shows early and special dinning.

Thumbs up

Ports of call

San Pedro (Los Angeles), California

2 out of 5

Mazatlan, Mexico

3 out of 5

Disembarkation

5 out of 5

2 hour line on ship to get off. Then a bus ride to tent area to find luggage.

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