You nailed it! We just finished the British Isles cruise and were so disappointed with the ship. Even the main dining rooms were uninspired. Both dining rooms served the same menus, so the decision for where to go was another bland experience. The ship ran out of cream, melons, fresh bananas and other things along the way. It prompted our decision to take NCL off our list of cruise lines where we will consider booking; at least for the time being.
I have over 150 cursing days on NCL. This has been standard on all of their ships since COVID. They have raised prices on everything and have taken their nickel and diming you to death to new highs while lowering there product standards. Their new ships also have lot of issues and are not given very good reviews overall. they have removed most of the items that made them such a great line in the past. We have also moved on to other lines for our next cruises.
I'm booked on _Dawn_ for December. But, it's for the itinerary, not the ship (or even the line, as I dislike the whole "freestyle cruising" attire thing). I"m sure the ship will be tolerable. At least it's not Carnival.
I'm extremely disappointed with Norwegian Cruise Line and won't be traveling with them again. A cruise from Cape Town to Lisbon was planned, but we opted not to risk a disappointing 10-day trip. Having experienced Royal Caribbean and Celebrity, I believe they offer a superior experience. Unfortunately, this ship lacks amenities and the few attractions it had were removed, leaving a subpar experience.
All NCL cares about is making more money. Very disappointing with what they have done to Dawn. I am near the end of cruising NCL. On Dawn in March 2025. Since there are a lot of ports, maybe I won't miss a lot of things on the ship. I doubt it!
Hey Mike, thanks for the video! Was the ship clean? Any issues with illness? Any plumbing issues? We board in august and I’m seeing some reviews that aren’t great.
Not sure why you keep calling the ship " _NCL Dawn_ ". The vessel's name is _Norwegian Dawn_ . Otherwise, I agree the architectural changes were downgrades. That kids' play are in a prime location for an aft-facing bar is just inane.
nice teeth bro. i was on the dawn about 13 yrs ago. i agree. it was much better then. went to the bahamas. most recently been on the Breakaway. much better ship
OH no. I was looking forward to sail on NCL Dawn this year. Observation area is a must. I guess I have check out different ship. Thanks for the info.
You nailed it! We just finished the British Isles cruise and were so disappointed with the ship. Even the main dining rooms were uninspired. Both dining rooms served the same menus, so the decision for where to go was another bland experience. The ship ran out of cream, melons, fresh bananas and other things along the way. It prompted our decision to take NCL off our list of cruise lines where we will consider booking; at least for the time being.
Thank you for that report. I was looking at my the Dawn on my next cruise, but will now look elsewhere.
The dawn is brilliant or at least I enjoyed it recently
I have over 150 cursing days on NCL. This has been standard on all of their ships since COVID. They have raised prices on everything and have taken their nickel and diming you to death to new highs while lowering there product standards. Their new ships also have lot of issues and are not given very good reviews overall. they have removed most of the items that made them such a great line in the past. We have also moved on to other lines for our next cruises.
After 21 years with NCL, we're ready to try Celebrity.
Yeah, they removed what made NCL a great line: SS _Norway_ .
Totally agree!! The buffet was very bad... we were cruising on the NCL Escape, it was the same, so I believe this is the whole NCL problem.
off the Escape 3 was ago a mess!
Darn! Wish I would have known this awhile ago! Booked to go next week on this ship. 😮
Wow. Booked on this next week
Same .already booked on Dawn 😅
I was on the Dawn in September and as a first time Cruiser we had an amazing time. Hated leaving it
@@ruthduignan7928 So, you had nothing to compare it to.
I'm booked on _Dawn_ for December. But, it's for the itinerary, not the ship (or even the line, as I dislike the whole "freestyle cruising" attire thing). I"m sure the ship will be tolerable. At least it's not Carnival.
I'm extremely disappointed with Norwegian Cruise Line and won't be traveling with them again. A cruise from Cape Town to Lisbon was planned, but we opted not to risk a disappointing 10-day trip. Having experienced Royal Caribbean and Celebrity, I believe they offer a superior experience. Unfortunately, this ship lacks amenities and the few attractions it had were removed, leaving a subpar experience.
Thank you for your video. I was looking to book with this ship at March 2025, but will now look other ship or company.
@@patiseme I’m glad you found the video helpful. Where are you planning to sail in 2025? Safe travels.
Thank you
Buffets dessert look horrible.
I decided to cancel Norwegian dawn to northern Europe in June 2025.
@@normanvirutgraw8980 thanks for sharing your feedback. I recommend checking out another NCL cruise ships. Safe travels
thanks for your review. very helpful
No way! They removed the observation lounge? That’s the highlight of each ship?!
@@DanielFelski yup. Total mistake. Hopefully NCL will restore during the next dry dock.
@@MIKEONTHEMOVE And replace big money-generating suites? No effing way is that gonna happen.
All NCL cares about is
making more money. Very disappointing with what they have done to Dawn. I am near the end of cruising NCL. On Dawn in March 2025. Since there are a lot of ports, maybe I won't miss a lot of things on the ship. I doubt it!
Hey Mike, thanks for the video! Was the ship clean? Any issues with illness? Any plumbing issues? We board in august and I’m seeing some reviews that aren’t great.
Not sure why you keep calling the ship " _NCL Dawn_ ". The vessel's name is _Norwegian Dawn_ .
Otherwise, I agree the architectural changes were downgrades. That kids' play are in a prime location for an aft-facing bar is just inane.
nice teeth bro. i was on the dawn about 13 yrs ago. i agree. it was much better then. went to the bahamas. most recently been on the Breakaway. much better ship
Thanks for watching and feedback. I agree, the Breakaway is a much newer and better ship! Safe travels 🛳️👍🏽
Yes I am.