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HAL not what they were

Review for a Australia & New Zealand Cruise on Noordam

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linesman 1
10+ Cruises • Age 60s

did this trip four years ago same ship different ports all tender ports missed ,food quality no where what it was, cost cutting all across the board...the room stewards have to attend to even more rooms and dining room staff are less...trivia in the overcrowded small bar down stairs deck two opposite the casino not in crows nest any more...waited for shore days for a beer as two to three for the ...
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Sail Date: February 2024

Cabin Type: Large Outside Stateroom (fully obstructed views)


Beautiful ship with crappy contents

Review for a Australia & New Zealand Cruise on Celebrity Edge

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kdot907
6-10 Cruises • Age 30s

We were very excited to board the Celebrity Edge for our post-wedding cruise. We had recently been on one of the millennium-class ships, but the new edge class looked so much more impressive and appealed more to our sense of style. In anticipation we had watched all kinds of videos, and read all kinds of reviews on what to expect. In person it is just as stunning as we had expected, and the ...
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Sail Date: February 2024

Cabin Type: Edge Veranda Stateroom


Not a great itineary

Review for a Australia & New Zealand Cruise on National Geographic Orion

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Texas traveler two
10+ Cruises • Age 70s

Quality of crew, except expedition leader, was outstanding...itinerary blasé...naturalists excellent, food outstanding...but knowing what we know now, would not recommend this itinerary to NZ. Fairly uninteresting...ship is outstanding, crew excellent...cabin service outstanding. This was the least interesting of any Lindblad/Nat Geo trip we've been on...hope they find better things to do with ...
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Sail Date: January 2024


Great Shows, but not much else.

Review for a Australia & New Zealand Cruise on Pacific Explorer

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randal2455
10+ Cruises • Age 60s

We chose this cruise for the convenience of accompanying friends who had never done a cruise before. The shows were top-notch, though it was strange to have to pay to see two of the specialty shows. It was nice to have three different themed dining rooms on the ship, but the food was mediocre, with upcharges on half of the menus for each restaurant. The ship needs major maintenance, with broken ...
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Sail Date: November 2023


Pacific Island Hopper without much Island hopping

Review for a South Pacific Cruise on Pacific Explorer

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Kiwi-Reds
10+ Cruises • Age 50s

We chose this cruise as it left from and returned to Auckland. So no need to fly. We wanted to show our girls a taste of the islands. Normally cruise Princess. But this cruise fitted in with school holidays and our not wanting to fly anywhere. Had a pretty good time despite the weather not being the greatest. As a result we missed the 2 tender ports due to weather and also having to ...
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Sail Date: September 2023


Cruising the Islands

Review for a South Pacific Cruise on Pacific Explorer

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Sidan1
6-10 Cruises • Age 70s

After the long-awaited return to cruising post-Covid, our experience aboard the ship had its ups and downs, leaving us with mixed feelings. Despite the challenges, the staff remained exceptional, providing their usual warm and attentive service that made our voyage enjoyable. The onboard shows were a highlight, offering a delightful array of entertainment to cater to various tastes. From ...
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Sail Date: July 2023


Not Special to Cruise Any More

Review for a World Cruise Cruise on Coral Princess

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mustangval
10+ Cruises • Age 70s

A second world cruise this one to celebrate retirement and selling my business at 73. Compared to 2011 the list of changes makes for a ho-hum experience. The major is that Princess has gone back on their Loyalty Programme that I joined 15 years ago, The major is that elite was promised free internet and now have to pay. That cost me 1000 dollars additional, Perhaps I would have reluctantly ...
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Sail Date: May 2023

Cabin Type: Oceanview Obstructed


Avoid Balcony Room 11***

Review for a South Pacific Cruise on Norwegian Spirit

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Angela-07BII
2-5 Cruises • Age 50s

We went on a group holiday & boarded this ship in Auckland, New Zealand. Just the right size of ship for me as no sense of direction, so did not take me to long to sort of get my bearings. Great meals, although I think they need a lesson in cooking broccoli. There is al dente & there is al dente (just seen a pan of hot water & not dipped it’s head in it). Our room was 11*** & our friends ...
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Sail Date: March 2023


Good and Bad!

Review for a South Pacific Cruise on Norwegian Spirit

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GypsySarahJean
6-10 Cruises • Age 70s

We chose this ship because we had cruised on her out of Barcelona to the Canary Islands and truly enjoyed that experience. This was a totally different story. The make-over of the ship was done very well and they made some wonderful changes. The addition of Onda by Scarpetta was a winner. We went there 4 times. We also went to Cagley's 2 times (one good, one bad) and to the Bistro. We found ...
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Sail Date: February 2023

Cabin Type: Balcony


Requires a refit

Review for a Australia & New Zealand Cruise on Celebrity Eclipse

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Hardke
2-5 Cruises • Age 60s

The ship looks very tired and requires a refit. The carpets all had a smell about them and urgently need replacing. The food was OK but I felt they tried too hard. It would have been better to have simpler food cook very well. It was mostly meat and nothing else. A lack of any vegetables or carbs. The staff could not be faulted they all gave 100% to make sure you had everything you needed. ...
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Sail Date: January 2023


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