Norwegian Dawn Reviews

Norwegian Dawn Review

The dawn of a new era in cruise ships is here with the Norwegian Dawn. It boasts one of the largest suites at sea – a three-bedroom Garden Villa, complete with dining room, living room, and private garden with hot tub. Its other suites are equally stunning with luxury bathrooms and private balconies.

Sample some of the world’s most sumptuous delicacies in the ship’s 12 restaurants. Take your pick from a variety of options, like Japanese, French, or Italian cuisine.

Keeping fit is not a problem, as the ship provides plenty of facilities for exercise, such as a fully-equipped fitness center, basketball/volleyball court, and jogging/walking track.

Some Norwegian Dawn Cruise Ship Facts

* Passenger Capacity: 2,244 (double occupancy)
* Gross Register Tonnage: 92,250
* Overall Length: 965 feet
* Max Beam: 105 feet
* Draft: 28 feet
* Engines: Diesel Electric
* Cruise Speed: 25 knots
* Crew: 1,066

Norwegian Dawn Cruise Ship Pictures

Mariner of the Seas Reviews

Royal Caribbean Mariner of the Seas Review

When you are a guest on the Mariner of the Seas, you’re on board one of the most exciting and interesting cruise ships on the water. Built to withstand both warm and wild weather, the Mariner of the Seas has an overall length of over one thousand feet.

It will hold more than 3100 passengers comfortably and offer every single one of them something to love about their cruise.

Known as a Voyager class ship, the Mariner of the Seas has the highest amount of space per cruise client of any other ship. The staterooms are ample and roomy, the dining room and other amenities are simply amazing.

No matter what you enjoy, from rock climbing to ice skating, right down to a basketball court, you’re going to find it on the Mariner of the Seas.

Some Mariner of the Seas Cruise Ship Facts

Maiden Voyage: November 16, 2003
Passenger Capacity: 3,114
Gross Tonnage: 138,000
Cruising Speed: 22 knots

More Mariner of the Seas Ship Highlights

Ice-skating rink
Rock-climbing wall
In-line skating
Royal Promenade
Ben & Jerry’s® ice cream
Vintages wine bar
Casino RoyaleSM
Golf simulators
Johnny Rockets® ’50s-style restaurant
Portofino Italian Restaurant
Café Promenade
9-hole miniature golf course
Adventure Ocean® youth facilities.
Day Spa
Fitness Center
Basketball court (full size)
Conference Facilities

Royal Caribbean Mariner of the Seas Cruise Ship Pictures

Carnival Inspiration

Floating on the sea in a gorgeous ship while stopping at exotic ports of call can be one vacation dream; making the dream come true can be easy aboard the right ship. The Carnival Inspiration is one such vessel; it offers luxury, recreation, exotic ports of call, and all the amenities of a resort. You can find a wide array of features and amenities that make the Inspiration stand out among cruise ships.

Adults will find pleasure in the Inspiration in a number of ways. An adults-only serenity retreat area allows for relaxation and reflection. The Inspiration Spa offers relaxation and spa services while the beauty salon affords glamour and beauty. Four dancing clubs and twelve bars and lounges make for exciting nights on the “town.” Fine art, fine dining, and a gorgeous atmosphere make for much in adult fun.

Kids, too, will be pleased by all that the Inspiration, part of Carnival’s Fantasy class, has to offer. Club O2, for teenagers, offers a club atmosphere tailored for teens. Camp Carnival is designed to accommodate the amusement needs of two to eleven year old children. Babysitting service, youth programs, and a kiddie pool round out the offerings for children onboard the Inspiration.

• 70,367 tons
• 855 feet in length
• 103 feet wide
• Passengers: 2,651
• Crew: 920
• Built: 1996
• Last Refurbished: 2007
• Inside Cabins: 408
• Outside Cabins: 618
• Balcony Cabins & Suites: 54
• Suites: 54
• Maximum Occupancy per cabin: 5
• Adjoining Cabins: None
• Wheelchair-Accessible Cabins: 24
• Registry: Bahamas

Carnival Inspiration Pictures

Carnival Freedom

The Carnival Freedom is a wonderful cruise ship on which to sail; vacations spent onboard cruise ships can be extremely fun. You want to base your choice of cruise ship on what they offer compared with what you want from your cruise ship. The Carnival Freedom is one ship in Carnival’s Conquest class; it offers a wide array of amenities and recreational opportunities for guests.

Notable restaurants, lounges, and cafes can be found across the entire ship. Swingtime Jazz Bar, Scott’s Piano Bar, and Timeless Pool Bar offer guests a variety of bar scenes, while dining can be had at The Chic Restaurant, The Posh Restaurant, or the Sun King Supper Club. A spa, Action Alley game room, and casino also offer opportunities for excitement. Rounding out the offerings on the Carnival Freedom is a jogging track, basketball court, four swimming pools, golf simulator, and fitness room.

As far as cruise ships go, this one offers the traditional fare; it stands out because of its Mediterranean destinations. Enjoy the scenery of the Mediterranean while participating in the amusements that can be found throughout the ship. Six hot tubs offer relaxation, while showrooms and shops offer a different type of fun. The ship doesn’t skimp on the things that make cruise ships worthwhile.

• 110,000 tons
• 952 feet in length
• 116 feet wide
• Passengers: 3,700
• Crew: 1,150
• Built: 2007
• Inside Cabins: 577
• Outside Cabins: 910
• Balcony Cabins & Suites: 555
• Suites: 52
• Maximum Occupancy per cabin: 4
• Adjoining Cabins: 97
• Wheelchair-Accessible Cabins: 27
• Registry: Panama

Carnival Freedom Pictures

Carnival Freedom Dining Information

Freedom has a café tucked away in the corner of deck 10. Good for casual dining it serves nightly buffets and almost the same fare as the main dining rooms. The ship has four dining rooms. The Chic Restaurant located mid ship and The Posh Restaurant located aft are Freedoms two main dining rooms. The Freedom Restaurant is spread out over two floors on the Lido deck serving breakfast and lunch buffets. The Sun King Supper Club named after Louis XIV provides formal dining for a fee.

The Carnival Freedom also has breakfast and lunch service on deck, including salad bar and sushi in the late afternoon, 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour Pizzeria

The Chic Restaurant (Main Dining Room)
The Posh Restaurant (Main Dining Room)

Breakfast: 7:45 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. (open seating)
Lunch: 12:00 noon – 1:30 p.m. (opening seating)
Early Dinner Seating – 6:00 p.m. Late Dinner Seating 8:00 p.m.

Carnival Destiny Review

 

Carnival Destiny Review

Carnival Destiny was the first ship to top 100,000 tons and was also the first of five Destiny class cruise ships. The Carnival Destiny has a full range of activities and entertainment for all ages and tastes. The outdoor activities span four decks, with three swimming pools, seven hot tubs, and two swim up bars. Kids and adults alike will enjoy the 214 foot waterslide, and teens on board will enjoy Club 02, a teens only dance club.

Dining

The two main dining rooms – Universe & Galaxy – offer seating at 6pm and 8pm. Breakfast and lunch are open seating, the time for breakfast is 7:45 am – 9:00 am, and lunch is served from 12:00 noon – 1:30 pm. The Sun & Sea grill located close to the main pool is a popular place to grab breakfast or lunch, and in addition to the restaurants mentioned, the Carnival Destiny also serves breakfast every morning until 10am.

• 101,353 tons
• 892 feet in length
• 116 feet wide
• Passengers: 3,360
• Crew: 1,040
• Built: 1996 Last Refurbished 2005
• Inside Cabins: 519
• Outside Cabins: 802
• Balcony Cabins & Suites: 480
• Suites: 48
• Maximum Occupancy per cabin: 5
• Adjoining Cabins: 82
• Wheelchair-Accessible Cabins: 28
• Registry: Bahamas

Carnival Destiny Pictures

Popular Cruise Ship Destinations and Ports of Call

 

When considering vacationing aboard a cruise ship, there are many individuals who are unaware of what to expect.  Individuals that have never been on a cruise ship before are likely to be a little bit confused when it comes to cruise ship destinations and ports of calls.  If you are interested in taking a cruise, it is advised that you familiarize yourself with cruise ship destinations and ports of calls. 

A port of call is a termed that is used by many cruise lines.  It is used to describe stops that a cruise ship will make along the way.  If you are interested in booking a vacation aboard a ship that makes multiple port stops, you will want to consider the ports available.  Vacationing on a cruise ship is enough to make any vacation perfect, but selecting the right ports of calls will make your vacation even more enjoyable.

When examining the cruise ships offered by multiple cruise lines, you should automatically be provided with cruise ship stops.  This information will likely tell you where and when the cruise ship will stop.  Information may be available as to how long the cruise ship plans on staying at a particular port.  If the stop is long enough, you may be able to view local attractions. 

All around the world, there are a number of ports that cruise ships regularly stop at.  Many of the most popular ports are found in the Caribbean.  If you are searching for a tropical cruise, you may want to consider the climate of each port before making your reservation.  Popular ports include, but are not limited to, San Juan, Puerto Rico, and St. Thomas. 

Caribbean cruises are often viewed as the most popular types of cruises, but they are not the only ones that are available.  Vacation cruises are popular all around the world, including in Europe, Canada, and the Northern United States. The ports of call on these cruises may be not be considered tropical, but they still offer many fun and exciting attractions for cruise ship travelers.

In addition to ports of call, you will also see information on a cruise ship’s final destination.  When selecting a cruise ship, the final destination is extremely important.  This is because most, but not all cruise ships return to their originally place of departure. For prevent unnecessary travel, it is advised that you search for a cruise ship that returns to its original port of departure.

As previously mentioned, cruises ship vacations are popular all around the world.  When selecting a cruise ship to vacation on, you are encouraged to keep this in mind.  In addition to the ports of call and onboard activities, you should consider selecting a cruise ship based on its location of departure. If you are interested in vacationing on a cruise, but while on a budget, you may want to select a port of departure that is located close to your home.  Doing so will likely prevent unnecessary travel expenses. 

Cruise ships depart from ports all around the world.  Popular departure locations in the Untied States include, but are not limited to, Texas, New Jersey, Louisiana, Hawaii, and Florida.  Overseas cruise ships often depart from England, Italy, Germany, Spain, Norway, and Portugal.  Additional departure ports may be available; however, it will all depend on the cruise ship in question. 

With all of the available cruise ship destinations and ports of call, selecting a cruise ship to vacation on may seem overwhelming.  Despite this overwhelming feeling, you are still encouraged to research all of your available options.  Taking the time to research popular cruise ship destinations and ports of call is the best way to make the most out of your cruise ship voyage.