Norwegian Breakaway Review
12 hour embarkation delay and poor communications from NCL.
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Itinerary included nine Caribbean ports of call. Plus it presented opportunities for sightseeing in two very interesting cities: New York City and New Orleans, both highly recommended.
Unfortunately, the first day of the cruise was marred by the 12+ hours embarkation delay arising from a medical emergency and search for a cargo ship crew member, as well as strong currents and adverse weather approaching NYC.. NCL's lack of communication of these events to its passengers was totally unacceptable. Thousands of passengers, both on the previous cruise and those of us waiting at the pier to embark were left to wonder what was going on and how much longer would we have to wait to get on. And then to schedule the life boat drill at 3:00 am, really?
Due to the delay, we had to miss our first port, San Juan. NCL has refused to refund the port charges to the passengers. NCL did add to our on-board accounts $75 for the cost of Day 1 lunch and dinner, plus 1/15th of the cruise fare (ex. port fees)
Cabin Review
Family Balcony Stateroom
Cabin space was acceptable and in good condition and steward was attentive and helpful.
Port Reviews
St. Lucia
It was a walk-a-about day.
Curacao
Nearby resort of Blue Bay had great beach and very good snorkelling, all for price of $8 admission and $7 taxi ride.
Aruba
Local bus to a great beach, $5 round trip, plus rental chairs and umbrella available.
Grand Cayman (Georgetown)
Walk to small beach for swim and great snorkeling.
Cozumel
local walk-about, shopping.