Name: Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay
Brand: Norwegian Cruise Line
Rating: 4.9 (10 reviews)

Overview

This 11-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise aboard Norwegian Gem sets sail from Tampa, bound for the shores of North America and Caribbean. Calling at Great Stirrup Cay, Willemstad, and Georgetown, Grand Cayman among 3 ports, this cruise is packed with opportunities to explore. With so much to see ashore and enjoy on board, this North America and Caribbean itinerary promises lasting memories from start to finish. Prices for this cruise start from £677 per person.

Norwegian Cruise Line

Founded in 1966, Miami-based Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), part of global cruise company Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (which also owns Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises), is the third-largest cruise line in the world in terms of cruise passengers. NCL has become well-known for its colourful ships featuring a pop-icon style painted hull.

Cruise Itinerary

Day 1

Tampa, Florida

Tampa's history is teeming with maritime commerce, the city's harbor serving as a vital hub for trade since the 19th century. From shipping phosphate and cigars to supporting the military during wartime, the port played a pivotal role in Tampa's growth and prosperity. Today, it stands as one of Florida's largest and busiest ports, welcoming cruise ships and cargo vessels from around the world.

Day 2

At sea

Day 3

Great Stirrup Cay

Day 4

At sea

Day 5

Cabo Rojo

Day 6

Oranjestad

Day 7

Willemstad

Day 8

At sea

Day 9

Falmouth

Falmouth oozes with Jamaica's Caribbean cool, serving as the vibrant center of local culture and entertainment. Dive into the bustling streets and discover local establishments like the Glistening Waters Luminous Lagoon, where bioluminescent organisms light up the night. For history buffs, the Falmouth Historic District offers a glimpse into the island's colonial past, with beautifully preserved Georgian architecture and the historic Water Square.

Day 10

Georgetown, Grand Cayman

Day 11

At sea

Day 12

Tampa, Florida

Day 1

Tampa, Florida

Day 2

At sea

Day 3

Great Stirrup Cay

Day 4

At sea

Day 5

Cabo Rojo

Day 6

Oranjestad

Day 7

Willemstad

Day 8

At sea

Day 9

Falmouth

Day 10

Georgetown, Grand Cayman

Day 11

At sea

Day 12

Tampa, Florida

2344

Passengers

1070

Crew

2007

Launched

2026

Last refit

93530t

Tonnage

294m

Length

32m

Width

24kts

Speed

Decks

USD

Currency

Norwegian Gem

Enjoy the more intimate, relaxed atmosphere of our mid-size ship, Norwegian Gem® whilst sailing to top destinations

All Prices

Customer reviews

Reviews

First time, probably last

Ship was spotless and crew were fabulous. Entertainment lacklustre, food only OK. Itinerary 8 out of ten, however port timings disappointing. Booked complete package including hotels and transfers, these were all very good. Also had more at sea which worked very well for us, very good value for money overall

Norwegian Cruise Line Norwegian Spirit

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Alaska and the Inside Passage

This was our 5th cruise with NCL (all on different ships) and whilst we had a good time, we were slightly disappointed with the Joy. The food was not as good as we have had on previous NCL cruises and the entertainment on offer was decidedly "underwhelming"

Norwegian Cruise Line Norwegian Joy

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Fantastic First Experience of NCL

Having only cruised once before NCL was top of my list for our next cruise and it did not disappoint. But of a hairy start due to a flight delay but once we arrived at the terminal it was nothing but plain sailing from there. Beautiful ship couldn't tell that it was one of the older ones in the fleet. We had a balcony stateroom which was a lovely size. Pool area was great obviously got busy but there were plenty of beds on the other decks that it was never a problem finding one. Food was great in all the restaurants if you get the chance try the speciallity ones, but have to say the buffet was one of the best I've ever experienced and never had to queue. What made the cruise particularly special was the crew always friendly and helpful with the exception of guest services ironically! Would love to sail on the Pearl again to see the changes after the scheduled refurb.

Norwegian Cruise Line Norwegian Pearl

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From New York City,s Xmas lights to the sun drenched beaches of Tortola..and back !

Norwegian Prima lived up to her name, providing us a great cruise experience from New York through the Carribean and back. Entertainment, dining, bars and restaurants all top notch as were cabin, crew and Ports O Call. Highlights ? From being perched on a steel girder 63 floors up Top of The Rock at Rockerfeller centre, recreating the iconic image of the steel crew at lunch during Rockerfeller construction in 1932 to the balmy breeze and warm beach days of St Thomas, St Kitts and Tortola, this cruise was a magical mixture of seasons and cultures. Fabulous.

Norwegian Cruise Line Norwegian Prima

Reviews

Lovely cruise

All perfect except for the tenders

Norwegian Cruise Line Norwegian Dawn

Reviews

Incompetent Management ?

Key issues included .... 1. Missed Two (2) Ports of call !!!! (excuses made) 2. our Son refused use of Golf & Gymn when days later any child was useing 3. Incompetent management of Complaints on board & worse with Head Office (refunded us just the Tips so staff suffered) No Escalation action. 4. Balcony Stateroom turned out very small - could not pass through without everyone on their bed / Bed Lamp was behind my head 5. Communications were always faulty included wrong locations ; wrong dates ; different on TV to announcements & hard copy 6. Health & Safety of Safety Briefing was a tick box ; buffet had boiling tea alongside children running past . 7. "Golf" was an old net and had three Left Handed clubs. * What was good = Main Dining & Housekeeping.

Norwegian Cruise Line Norwegian Sun

Reviews

Average cruise but great destinations

We are Platinum members of NCL and have felt letdown by NCL. The standards have dropped. The privileges have been reduced and the shows are not as spectacular as before. We enjoyed the destinations and the food. We were right by the engine which was very noisy and the extra money we paid for the outside cabin was a small rusty porthole not worth looking out of. We were moved to a cabin away from the noise even though we were initially told that the ship was full. Despite these issues we enjoyed the cruise.

Norwegian Cruise Line Norwegian Spirit

Reviews

Great all round cruise

Excellent itinerary, food good, bathroom no issue, even with 2 teenagers sharing the cabin, entertainment great, condition of the ship very good. We had a great time and would book again without a second thought...

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