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Norwegian Cruise Line - Norwegian Gem Reviews

Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Gem
All Star Ratings
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*All reviews are by verified customers that have traveled by booking through a travel agent in the Avoya Network
“Quebec City to Boston”
3 Stars
Cruise Date: 09/13/2024
Destination: USA/Canada
We enjoyed all ports, staff on ship were nice. The Captain was very visible and engaging. We found the food very mediocre except for the specialty dining. This was our first cruise with Norwegian, compared to other cruises (Holland and Princess) Norwegian's food was not as good, handwashing and cleaning not as high of standard. I noticed many people with colds (including my husband) toward the end of cruise. Ship was older and our room was very cramped.
Reviewed 7 months ago by Charles
“Better than I expected”
5 Stars
Cruise Date: 08/30/2024
Destination: USA/Canada
First cruise on Norwegian and I was impressed by the attractiveness of all the public areas and dining rooms. Happy that there were multiple places to eat without an extra charge.
Reviewed 7 months ago by Marilyn
1 Star
Cruise Date: 03/01/2024
Destination: Panama Canal
we didn't get to the panama canal as we were disembarked due to illness
Reviewed about 1 year ago by Patricia
“9 night Caribbean cruise”
4 Stars
Cruise Date: 01/16/2024
Destination: Caribbean
It was great to leave wind chills in the negative & arrive to temps in the 80s Everything was nice & the service was amazing. The food was good…not great as in years past. And there was always something to eat. The entertainment was good with a comedian & magician stealing the show. There were singers & dancers & we loved morning trivia. We only got off at Tortola as we have been many times to the other islands. Definitely got plenty of sun. However we will never use the buss service provided by the cruise line EVER again. It took 90 minutes standing in the diesel fumes. I was definitely sic
Reviewed about 1 year ago by Edward
“Frustrating”
3 Stars
Cruise Date: 05/31/2023
Destination: Europe
This 9 day cruise had 5 port changes before or during the sail. In the end the advertised Venice stop was the most frustrating. It was originally advertised as Venice, then changed to Triste then to Ravenna. Triste would have only been a 2 hour transport each direction. Ravenna was more than this. The ultimate frustration was that they did not have enough shuttle busses to transport the people who were willing to travel a total of 5 hours to spend a few hours in Venice. People didn't realize they had to sign up for the shuttle busses immediately after the announcement was made...or that
Reviewed almost 2 years ago by Paula
“Fun 11 day cruise”
5 Stars
Cruise Date: 02/27/2023
Destination: Caribbean
I had sooooo much fun on the Norwegian Gem Cruise. I baught more art. I got a gem pinky ring and a steal from the original price. Brought back enough rum to last me till da end of the year. Sorry that we did not make Bermuda but was happy dat da captain was more concerned about our safety than risking an extra stop. Bacon every day. Food was nice. The ship was clean. Just missed the towel animals on my bed. Every crew member was respectful and eager to help. The lady that dispensed the ice cream was one of the best. I have to thank my travel agent for making my arrangements, Patti works magic
Reviewed about 2 years ago by David
5 Stars
Cruise Date: 01/25/2023
Destination: Panama Canal
Reviewed about 2 years ago by Gina
“Disappointing”
1 Star
Cruise Date: 01/16/2023
Destination: Caribbean
Not a cruise I would recommend.
Reviewed about 2 years ago by Sheila
5 Stars
Cruise Date: 12/08/2022
Destination: Transatlantic/Repositioning
was the excellent time, I,m happy to be there
Reviewed over 2 years ago by Hilda
“Positive & enjoyable experience”
5 Stars
Cruise Date: 04/24/2022
Destination: Transatlantic/Repositioning
The staff, especially in restaurant & housekeeping areas, were hard working but almost always had a smile!
Reviewed almost 3 years ago by Linda
“Perfect Cruise”
5 Stars
Cruise Date: 04/24/2022
Destination: Transatlantic/Repositioning
The crew made this trip of a lifetime perfect and pleasant. The crew was attentive. The facilities were very good. It was wonderful and a perfect experience.
Reviewed almost 3 years ago by Elizabeth
“Wonderful getaway”
5 Stars
Cruise Date: 01/19/2022
Destination: Caribbean
This was one of the smoothest boarding I have had, despite needed to do a Covid test at the pier. I felt confident that NCL had handled all health protocalls very well. The cruise was lovely and the captain and crew did very well in adverse conditions returning (into a strong winter storm) Looking forward to next cruise.
Reviewed about 3 years ago by Rustina
“Nice and relaxing, good show”
4 Stars
Cruise Date: 12/19/2021
Destination: Caribbean
It s a good idea to skip Nassau in this Bahama cruise. It s quite different to visit Charleston instead. The private island has improved a lot too. I was happy with Blazing boots and Chinov brothers. the mentalist lady was terrible.
Reviewed over 3 years ago by Emily
“Excellent Ship and Great Trip”
5 Stars
Cruise Date: 11/28/2021
Destination: Caribbean
Given the Covid situation everything went well. A couple of minor issues, but nothing major. The ship was is excellent shape, the food was great and the entertainment very good.
Reviewed over 3 years ago by Larry
5 Stars
Cruise Date: 10/10/2021
Destination: Caribbean
Reviewed over 3 years ago by Mark
5 Stars
Cruise Date: 09/05/2021
Destination: Caribbean
Muy limpio todo, la higiene también Espectacular el trato de los empleados, muy alegres y la comida exquisita
Reviewed over 3 years ago by Fecaridad
4 Stars
Cruise Date: 01/24/2020
Destination: Panama Canal
Reviewed about 5 years ago by Carl
“Awesome cruise! Food was just ok”
4 Stars
Cruise Date: 01/04/2020
Destination: Panama Canal
We should have opted for some specialty dining as we got tired of the same food all the time
Reviewed about 5 years ago by Sandra
“Happy with the NCL Gem ship”
3 Stars
Cruise Date: 01/04/2020
Destination: Panama Canal
The Panama canal was very interesting. Unfortunately the ports of call were disappointing. Bonaire & Aruba nt much to see there as very airaid. Best things to do were the snorkeling. Santa Marta not much to see here unless you do a tour. Cartagena - did a tour of the old walled city- very disappointing- lots of vendors in your face and lots of beggars. Costa Rica not much t see here unless you do a tour. Nicaragua not much to see in the port . Guatemala -not a great deal to see here - need to do a tour to see anything. Ixtapa too short a stop to really do anything- not much to see. Puert
Reviewed about 5 years ago by Wayne
“Norwegian Gem”
4 Stars
Cruise Date: 01/04/2020
Destination: Panama Canal
Trip was very nice. All the ship crew were very outstanding and courteous. The food was 50/50. But ween for the trip and all the excursions
Reviewed about 5 years ago by Mark
“Beautiful ship but some issues”
3 Stars
Cruise Date: 01/04/2020
Destination: Panama Canal
The pickup at the airport was not pleasant as we had to wait almost 2 hours to get on the shuttle. Check in was fairly smooth. Cabin was great as it was the only one beside itself. Service in the dining rooms was hit and miss - one day really good, the next slow and the staff seemed to be not concerned about doing a good job. Tendering was a mess as was getting back on the ship from a pier - seemed to take forever and it did. Entertainment was sub-par overall. Food could not be better, lots of choices and good ones.
Reviewed about 5 years ago by Bill
1 Star
Cruise Date: 11/22/2019
Destination: Caribbean
Reviewed over 5 years ago by Thomas
2 Stars
Cruise Date: 11/08/2019
Destination: Caribbean
norweigan did not meet the standards i expected. have sailed many times on norweigan in the past. food was not what we have enjoyed on previous trips. entertainment was also a disappointment.
Reviewed over 5 years ago by Kathleen
“The crew and entertainment and guests were superb. Kathy Gil was exceptional ”
5 Stars
Cruise Date: 11/08/2019
Destination: Caribbean
Reviewed over 5 years ago by Ann
“Amazing ”
5 Stars
Cruise Date: 11/08/2019
Destination: Caribbean
We had a wonderful time!
Reviewed over 5 years ago by Timothy
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