two bedroom suite was fantastic!

Norwegian Prima Cruise Review to Caribbean - Western

Cruises: 7+ cruises
Reviews: 5
Helpful Votes: 149

Overall rating:

4.4 out of 5
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Norwegian Prima

7 Night Caribbean: Great Stirrup Cay & Cozumel (Port Canaveral Roundtrip)

Sail date: February 26, 2023

Ship: Norwegian Prima

Cabin type: Suite

Cabin number: 15918

Traveled as: Singles/Friends

Reviewed: 1 year ago

Review summary

We had a great time with just a few hiccups. We really enjoyed our time on the cruise.

Embarkation

5 out of 5
Excellent traffic flow that separated Embarking and Disembarking passengers.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5
Food was excellent in all venues complementary and specialty. One suggestion would be to have smaller portions in the indulge food hall. We ordered way too much food the first time assuming tapas portions. The Indian and noodles rocked.

Onboard Activities

4 out of 5
We were in the haven and the outside area was beautiful. I have two issues. 1. the infinity pool is only full when in port. The rest of the time it was only 3 feet deep. Little more than a kiddy pool. 2. All outside bars were closed by 6pm. We really enjoy sitting out at night having a few drinks, listening to sea. There is no outside wait service, and to get a drink you had to head inside wait to be served, because the bar tenders were super busy making drinks. The ship needs to double the bar staff.

Entertainment

5 out of 5
We enjoyed both "the price is right" and "noise boys."

Children's Programs

No kids

Service and Staff

5 out of 5
Samir our butler, and Winshor our room attendant were both amazing!! Samir was often times acted as our Concierge.

Ship Quality

4 out of 5
the ship still that "new ship smell" Immaculate. The two bedroom suite was amazing!! Having two real beds(rather that one Great bed and one hide-a-bed) is better when traveling with adults rather than children. You had to leave the Haven to access stairs. Often times the non-haven guests would accidentally get on the haven elevator, and that was quite aggravating for those passengers. I do understand their frustration. Couches in the local were wildly uncomfortable. Outside seating for indulge was inadequate.

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5
Amazing! Two comfortable beds. one king, one queen. Winshor, our room attendant, was fantastic. Samir kept treats and food items fresh and clean!

Ship tip

Playing darts was really fun! Make reservations before boarding if you have the chance.

Ports of call

Port Canaveral, Florida

5 out of 5
Extremely well organized.

Cozumel, Mexico

3 out of 5
We did tequila, bees and chocolate. Chocolate was entertaining and informative. The rest seemed contrived. The stop at the ocean was fantastic!

George Town, Grand Cayman

5 out of 5
Went swimming with stingrays! Not to be missed!! too cool loved it!

Ocho Rios, Jamaica

1 out of 5
been there done that! stayed on the boat!

Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas

5 out of 5
Had a GREAT time! rented umbrella pretty reasonable, near the bar! Swimming was great!

Disembarkation

5 out of 5
EASY. Line for customs seemed overwhelming, at first, but moved quite fast.
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5 Comments

SusieQ02    1 year ago

We didn’t ask for reservations at either of those, but our butler moved our reservations at dining venues and shows to accommodate our other activities. It took less than 5min. I just assumed it was safety being it is off the back of the ship. Not sure though. I didn’t think it would leave such a small kiddie pool.

javawoody    1 year ago

Thanks for sharing

AuntPinkie    1 year ago

Love the “new ship smell”!🤭

AuntPinkie    1 year ago

Appreciate your detailed and informative review. Glad you enjoyed your cruise in spite of those hiccups.

Jojojaka    1 year ago

Did they say why the pool was not filled during sea days in the haven? Also, did your butler/concierge make reservations for the Pour House Bar and the comedy club? Thanks!