Name: Bahamas: Bahamas & Portugal
Brand: Norwegian Cruise Line
Rating: 4 (6 reviews)

Overview

Norwegian Dawn awaits in Barcelona, ready to carry you on a 14-night Norwegian Cruise Line voyage across Mediterranean and Spain. The itinerary features stops at 3 destinations, including Cádiz and Casablanca, before arriving in Jacksonville, Florida. There's a pleasing rhythm to this cruise - days spent exploring ashore, and time on board to relax and recharge between ports. Prices start at £742 per person for this 14-night Norwegian Cruise Line voyage.

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

Barcelona

Barcelona, a city defined by its innovative spirit from the architectural wonders of Gaudto the bustling medieval streets of the Gothic Quarter, offers a vivid window into Spains artistic soul. The city benefits from a Mediterranean climate, ensuring pleasant weather perfect for leisurely explorations of its many districts. Cruise lines such as Royal Caribbean and Norwegian utilize Barcelona as a key port, giving travelers the chance to immerse themselves in a blend of modernist architecture and vibrant local life. An intriguing fact about Barcelona is its beach was artificially created in preparation for the 1992 Olympics, showcasing the city's ability to ingeniously reinvent itself while maintaining its historical roots.

Day 2

At sea

Day 3

Cádiz

Journey to Cadiz, where the echoes of ancient civilizations resonate through its cobblestone streets. This maritime marvel boasts a colorful past, once a haven for Phoenician traders and a strategic outpost during Roman rule. Blessed with a Mediterranean climate, Cadiz offers balmy breezes and sun-kissed shores, perfect for leisurely exploration. Unlike bustling tourist hubs, Cadiz exudes authenticity, inviting travelers to savor its laid-back ambiance and discover hidden gems around every corner. As Spain's oldest continuously inhabited city, Cadiz proudly showcases its maritime heritage, including the renowned Carnival of Cadiz, a festive extravaganza dating back over three centuries.

Day 4

Casablanca

We'll try not to mention a certain Hollywood film here, but Casablanca's history is as captivating as its cinematic counterpart. From its humble beginnings as a Berber settlement to its rise as a bustling port city under French rule, Casablanca has been shaped by centuries of cultural exchange and economic prosperity. Today, its modern skyline and vibrant culture reflect its status as Morocco's economic hub. As Humphrey Bogart famously said in the film, "Here's looking at you, kid." Oh. Damn.

Days 5-12

At sea

Day 13

Great Stirrup Cay

Day 14

At sea

Day 15

Jacksonville, Florida

Day 1

Barcelona

Day 2

At sea

Day 3

Cádiz

Day 4

Casablanca

Days 5-12

At sea

Day 13

Great Stirrup Cay

Day 14

At sea

Day 15

Jacksonville, Florida

2290

Passengers

1032

Crew

2002

Launched

2024

Last refit

92250t

Tonnage

294m

Length

32m

Width

25kts

Speed

Decks

USD

Currency

Norwegian Dawn

Norwegian Dawn® is a mid-sized ship offering a laid-back and intimate cruising experience.

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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

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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

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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

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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...

Norwegian Cruise Line Norwegian Epic