NCL 4 Night Bahamas Cruise

Norwegian Sky Cruise Review to Caribbean - Bahamas

Cruises: 7+ cruises
Reviews: 3
Helpful Votes: 83

Overall rating:

3 out of 5
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Norwegian Sky

4 Night Bahamas (Miami Roundtrip)

Sail date: November 28, 2016

Ship: Norwegian Sky

Cabin type: Balcony

Cabin number: 9228

Traveled as: Couple

Reviewed: 7 years ago

Review summary

This 4- night Miami RT cruise to the Bahamas had good itinerary with 3 stops (Freeport, Nassau, and Great Stirup Cay). In Freeport and Nassau we hired a taxi driver to show us the major historical and tourist sights so my travel photographer husband could get photos for his website. Freeport appears more run down, although efforts are being made to  improve it. Nassau is the lively port, especially when you include the Atlantis Resort in the mix. Many tourists take part in active water adventures of which there are many. Great Stirrup Cay was a relaxing day to snorkel, walk and enjoy the beach.

 

All ages were on board the ship, although I think many were enticed by the drinks included. The ship is older in style but has been well maintained. Our balcony room was smaller than on other ships, but we weren't in the room for extended periods, so it worked out okay. There's plenty of storage for people who tend to over pack.

 

Food on board was served hot and there were always many selections. We enjoyed the 2 complimentary main restaurants plus one night we ate at Cagney;s Steakhouse which now has an a-la-cart menu. For breakfast we ate at the buffet as well as the omelette/waffle station next door.

 

We didn't take part in ship activities / entertainment so I can't comment on that.

 

Overall, a good short cruise right after Thanksgiving.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

3 out of 5
Satisfactory throughout.

Onboard Activities

3 out of 5
We didn't participate, but the activities staff were energetic and always smiling.

Entertainment

3 out of 5
We didn't participate in activities, but the staff was very energetic.

Children's Programs

3 out of 5

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

Ship Quality

5 out of 5
This older ship is well maintained.

Cabin / Stateroom

3 out of 5
Room was smaller than we're used to but for the short cruise it was fine. Lots of closet storage. Bathroom was small, but everything worked. Shampoo, soap, and lotion are provided.

Ports of call

Miami, Florida

3 out of 5
Stayed one night pre-cruise at Hilton Airport Hotel. It has a great pool. We've visited Miami many times prior, so there was not need to go back.
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2 Comments

MrChocoholic    7 years ago

You picked a good week for Embark/Disembark. We're going back on the Sky next month for our second trip aboard her after three years. I hope it's as you describe her. 

TERRI1962    7 years ago

Flawless Embarkation and Disembarkation you don't hear that or rather read that often, that's a good deal for you glad you enjoyed and rated your cruise as "GOOD"

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