Norwegian Prima’s Entertainment Options Offer a Little Something For Everyone
As soon as I heard that “Summer: The Donna Summer Musical” was to be among the Norwegian Prima shows, I got excited. Over the years, I’ve seen many top-notch shows on Norwegian ships, as the company has brought numerous Broadway shows to sea, including “Rock of Ages” and “Kinky Boots.” The shows are pared down […]
Trip Report: Planning My Wonder of the Seas Cruise
About a week before our cruise, my travel partner started visiting the online weather sites for the ports we would visit on our cruise, so that he could fine tune his selection of cruise apparel. How hot was it going to be? Should we take an umbrella? Shall we leave the heavy coats and snow […]
Check Out Norwegian Cruise Line’s New Main Dining Room Menus
In the coming months, Norwegian Cruise Line will be rolling out a new menu in the main dining rooms across its fleet of ships. And right now, guests sailing aboard the line’s newest ship, Norwegian Prima, are getting a first look at what the menus will offer. What’s New About the Norwegian Cruise Line Menus […]
Everything You Need to Know About Indulge Food Hall on Norwegian Prima
Norwegian Prima has totally changed the dining experience with the introduction of Indulge Food Hall. With 11 different eating options, it’s a great spot to sample a variety of foods or to make a meal of one favorite type of cuisine. But what’s included in the price of the cruise? What costs extra? And given […]
The Best of Norwegian Prima: Checking Out 5 New Hot Spots to Grab a Cool Drink
Even folks who have sailed every ship in the Norwegian Cruise Line fleet will find completely new elements to enjoy on its newest vessel, the Norwegian Prima. When it comes to Norwegian Prima bars, there are plenty of longtime favorites, but guests will also find several new-to-Norwegian spaces and concepts worth checking out. What does […]
My First Impressions of New Cruise Ship Norwegian Prima
Having sailed on most of Norwegian Cruise Line’s ships, I looked forward to investigating the new Norwegian Prima. I had seen renderings of the different areas, but there’s nothing like actually stepping onto a ship for the first time and seeing how those initial drawings were brought to life. Even before walking the gangway, you […]
Holland America’s ms Rotterdam: Comprehensive Ship Review
Holland America’s Rotterdam, delayed by COVID, made her maiden voyage from Amsterdam in October of 2021 and then sailed initially in the Caribbean. In May of 2022, she again sailed from Amsterdam, visiting her namesake city, Rotterdam. She is the 7th ship with this name and she wears the name well. ms Rotterdam Ship Stats […]
11 Things to Do in Icy Strait Point, Alaska
Located on Chichagof Island, Icy Strait Point is one of the most natural cruise ports that you may ever visit. With outstanding views wherever you look, you will get a real feel for the grandeur of Alaska. Intent on keeping those views a part of the visit to Icy Strait Point, the docks have been […]
How to Spend 8 Hours in Juneau, Alaska
The landlocked capital of Alaska welcomes many ships to its newly renovated docks. The downtown area continually improves and new options for visitors keep the area fresh even for those who have been to Juneau multiple times. Don’t just stay on the ship because you have been to Juneau before! Select a theme or mix […]
10 Things to Do in Skagway, Alaska
Skagway’s compact size makes it an easy town for exploration and finding things to do. Surrounded by mountains, with many streams and rivers and within a National Park, Skagway lures both adventurers and casual visitors. Ships dock with easy access for discovering the port, a very walkable small town. Here are 10 things to do […]