Cruise NCL Hawaii

Pride of America Cruise Review to Hawaii

damjishah

Contributor Level: Third Mate

Cruises: 7+ cruises

Reviews: 2

Helpful Votes: 28

Overall rating:

4 out of 5

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7 Night Hawaii (Honolulu Roundtrip)

Sail date: January 21, 2017

Ship: Pride of America

Cabin type: Inside

Cabin number: 9xx

Traveled as: Couple

Reviewed: 7 years ago

Review summary

Hawaii is great for escaping the cold Chicago winter blues. NCL provides the most efficient way to spend time on islands instead of many sea days. Spending overnight in Maui and Kauai gives time to explore islands and partake in evening and late night activities.

Major improvement is needed in the restaurants service area. The staff seems uncoordinated. Training program or upper management shake-up is needed before things become serious and problematic. Other cruise lines, especially Celebrity excels in restaurant service.

Entertainment was acceptable to excellent; especially comedians with non-offensive and relatable humor.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

3 out of 5

Onboard Activities

5 out of 5

Entertainment

5 out of 5

Children's Programs

3 out of 5

Service and Staff

1 out of 5

Ship Quality

3 out of 5

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5

Cabin staff is fine; created various animals with towels. Management policies cause problems. We asked that a pitcher of water be provided each day for brushing. Had to contact Room Service! They can bring one or two glasses, but not pitcher as per the management policy. Management seems to be getting in the way for staff to provide a good welcome environment. Not so on Celebrity; we had a fresh pitcher of water every day.

Ship tip

If you love to cruise Hawaiian islands and want to avoid many sea days, NCL is your ticket. If service and pampering are high priorities, try Celebrity destinations.

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