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Recently refurbished as part of The Norwegian Edge programme, Norwegian Star brings freedom and flexibility to cruises spanning the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, South America, and Transatlantic. Onboard, Norwegian Star features a large delicious dining options, bars and lounges, a sprawling spa, an always-exciting casino with VIP area, plus tonnes of fun for kids of every age.
Norwegian Star Reintroduced
If you think you know Norwegian Star, think again. Recently refurbished as part of The Norwegian Edge programme, the ship underwent extensive enhancements to its staterooms, public spaces, restaurants, bars and lounges.
Our best experience on the NCL Star. First time booking a Suite and it was well worth it. The personal care we received far exceeded our expectations. Cabin was large and had many amenities. Balcony was huge. We had 2 chase lounges, 2 chairs and 2 tables with lots of room to spare. Ate most our meals in the specialty dining rooms and all staff were excellent and service superior. Entertainment definitely lacked and needs improvement. Ports of call were all new to us and exactly what we were looking for. Embarkation and disembarkation were both quick. We felt the ship was in great condition for its age. The use of the concierge and butler was a great bonus although we didn't use them as much as we could have. Staff were all friendly and helpful. Second time on the Star. We enjoy a smaller ship. Fewer people so you get to know the staff and get great personalized service.
Post Cruise Review First, this is merely my opinions. Others may have their opinion and that is great. No one need aree with another's opinion to respect that other's right to that opinion and for believing it true for them. TL:DR for the cruise. Loved the ship overall and the itinerary. While there were some issues on the ship, none rose to the level where we felt they detracted from our overall cruise experience. Karaoke was my personal favorite activity and venue. Steffanie, Natalie, Jared and Josh of the entertainment squad ran the Karaoke so well. They gave us a safe space where people could try new things. I am 68 and never sang Karaoke in front of people and now I have done it 6 nights! They gave me the confidence and safe space to do it. And when I chose a too-too-slow tempo number, Jared made sure he had my back. What a time! We had an amazing 2 times at Moderno. So many to recognize: First and foremost, the manager at Moderno. I am embarrassed to say I did not note his name, but he was leaving from the Star to return home to Mumbai after the cruise. We chatted about Pani Puri and how much he was going to enjoy his kids and family before coming back to the sea. That is the epitome of of NCL’s people! He was in the MDR during the day, and maybe elsewhere. Each time he came up and we chatted until we really felt a connection with him. One tiny example shows why he was such a favorite. It was very busy on the sea day trying to get all the last tables in. He was helping clear tables, train people, and direct traffic. In the midst of all that, I was at the salad bar and realized I did not have a spoon. I turned in that slight confusion as the thought develops in your brain and WOW, he put a spoon in my hand as if my telepathy! I mean it was a jaw dropping moment that took the meal up a notch after that. He took great pictures of my wife and I with our favorite crew members. What a delightful time. He is one of the Stars of the Star Rafael our passadore was amazing. He was so intent on our getting our special request. Michael Cruz, Waiter Moderno was also amazing. He was our waiter from the MDR and that he remembered all the details blew us away! Felicia Meng, Hostess Moderno and Versailles: She really made our time special. We interacted with her at Moderno over 2 meals each interaction was heartfelt and genuine. She was not going to let us go away not having squeezed all the fun and joy out of our meals. And she was the one who gave my wife Kay her enduring nickname mamKay. It made our time extra special Bea from the Philippines was a favorite waiter in Versailles. And I think she was helping the host stand at Moderno but not positive. She was sweet and very fun to interact with. Our meal at La Cucina had a few stars. Our waiter Reynaldo Simonte was incredible. Abdul, the food runner was fantastic. But best of all was the hostess/manager who seated us and came to the table many times over the course of the meal. We had brought a bottle of special bottle of wine and we made a tiny special request to Meng. She fulfilled it making it look effortless. Her positive attitude made La Cucina feel safe, and special as a warm and inviting space. And your hostess is a shining example of what makes the Star our favorite ship so far: Shining people like our hostess. It made a truly special meal way more so. And La Cucina our favorite spot on the ship {well maybe tied with Moderno! ;}). And while there are so many deserving, I think Meng is our Super Super Star of the Star and team member of the cruise. The showband. What a group! Both musically and as interesting people. Marc, the guest trumpeter from Quebec and I shared a passion for the 60's and 70's jazz scene in LA. We knew a lot of the same players. Talking jazz that passionately with someone I just met, and whose playing was incredible. But all the guys were so interesting players with diverse styles. But everyone had a story and we connected on so many levels. Peru. Mexico, Quebec, it was a wonderful salad of diverse favors that NCL represents. It is a major reason we sail NCL. Erdel on trumpet, ROnjon, I think, on tenor, and the drummer and pianist {the later was from Croatia and the former was from Mexico I htink, maybe Peru} and the bassist {peru or Mexico}. But wow. What a moment. At sea in the Atlantic, talking jazz with people from so many parts of the world, who were touched by the same players that touched me back in the day. And then I went to proof where there was sumo coverage from Japan! Mind blowing minute expressing what NCL is all about. Victoria was amazing! Her voice ethereal and excited with passion. Loved her vocals and her talks about the places we were visiting that were near to her heart. Our visit to Arricife Lanzarote would not have been as much fun without her suggestions. It was the first time I rented a car for a self guided excursion so we learned something valuable. Duo Essenza were really soulful and again, passionate. Leoh on his own delivered some really good sets with an edgier tone. Bars: We loved both Proof and Gatsby’s were fabulous. Cloyd Vargas, bar waiter, John Gallo Bartender, Edwin Oliver, Bar waiter at Proof. All made us feel warmly welcome while giving us professional and caring service. One of the best departments in changing my life is Cruise Next. Manager Rondon has created and furthered an amazing crew. They got me to do something I never thought possible. I have always said I’ll never make Platinum. Status does not matter. But thanks to Gilda, I signed up for a solo cruise on NCL Gem for 15 nights and Platinum status. My wife, who will be home working to pay for my trip, was changed by this cruise and we now want to be platinum for the great perks: the meals, the laundry, priority boarding etc., that make life easier for my wife and I as we age. So, talking about life changing! Gilda is so far above and beyond it is almost hard to see from where she is so beyond! Her joy is obvious. Then there is the supervisor from Nigeria, I believe, who was a huge laugh in a huge body! He predicted I would cave-in, and do the solo cruise, and I had to admit he was right. Of course, he was just doing his job, and doing it incredibly well. Letting his enthusiasm for his job bubble up and show off for me. And I was not tricked but won over by that enthusiasm and effort
For starters, this was my 17th overall cruise and seventh with NCL. We chose this cruise to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary as well as our daughter's college graduation in May. None of us had been to Portugal, the Canary Islands, Morocco or Cadiz, so the itinerary excited us. The one disappointment is NCL canceled the Azores (two stops) about 4 months before the schedule cruise. But that did not dampen our spirits, and NCL compensated us with $100 OBC. The Star is one of NCL's older ships, so don't expect to find the bells and whistles you get with their newer vessels: i.e. water slides, specialty public areas like the Cavern Room or a place for nightly comedians, and an indoor cigar lounge, the one major disappointment for me as I enjoy a cigar or two. You had to go to Deck 14 (Sky High Bar) and sometimes battle the winds to enjoy a smoke. NCL did update the ship for its Freestyle Dining program, and has a number of the staple specialty restaurants like Cagney's, Le Bistro, La Cucina and Moderno to name a few. It also has a sushi bar, Tepanyanki and Ginza (Chinese restaurant). Embarkation in Lisbon was easy. Got through everything within 30 minutes and was enjoying lunch at O'Sheehans. We found virtually all of the food very good. Moderno was our least favorite, although the salad bar was outstanding. The meats were dry and just not worthy of a specialty restaurant. The fried pineapple might have been the best thing we ate from the skewers. Le Bistro and Cagney's were outstanding as was the service. We had an Indian woman at Cagney's (forgot her name) who was fabulous and dealt with my sometimes very fussy stepfather. Thomas, the manager at Moderno, also was gracious in handling an issue with OBC as it relates to specialty dining. We also ate dinner in Versailles and Aqua, the two free dining options as well as O'Sheehans and Garden Cafe for lunch. My only beef is you couldn't reserve a table at Versailles or Aqua and with a party of 5, we sometimes were forced to wait up to 20-25 minutes (they said 30-45, but never waited that long) for a table to come open. Like the Freestyle concept, but sometimes it can get chaotic around dinner time, especially during the peak hours (6-7:30). The entertainment I would rate a B+. Would have loved to have had a comedian. The magician (Steve Ashcroft) did have a great sense of humor and I enjoyed both of his shows. He came up to the smoking area and chatted with the passengers. Very personable. The violinist (David Kochar, spelling?) was also outstanding. Only saw one of his two shows. The Wild Cards singing/dancing extravaganza also was excellent. It was postponed until the final night of the cruise because we heard someone in the cast was ill. Shows were at 7 and 9 p.m. nightly. Enjoyed all of the ports, although our non-ship tour in Portimao was canceled due to poor weather from the day before. We also had bad weather in Tenerife (first stop in the Canary Islands), which limited our chance to get a nice view of Mt. Teide. Loved the other three stops and each island presented something different. Morocco was also nice. We rode camels in Agadir and visited the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. We also were very pleasantly surprised with Cadiz. Wonderful old town on the Spanish coast. We originally had an inside cabin on Deck 10, but was able to bid for a balcony, which moved us to Deck 9 (Starboard, Aft). Plenty of room for our stuff, but with 3 in the room, it can get a little crowded. My mom and stepfather procured one of the two Handicap rooms on the ship and it was the size of a suite. Unbelievable amount of room. NCL doesn't advertise this, so you have to know the inside secret. My stepfather is a TA, so he knew about it and requested. One thing that was different from previous NCL cruises was the Freestyle Dailies were not in our staterooms. You had to use the App or view the screens around the ship. You could request one at Guest Services. The TVs in our room also did not display. I must say, NCL has cut back on the daily activities. Didn't seem to have as many as in years past. Again, not a dealbreaker for us. Would have loved to have a Sports Trivia session. Trivia was held daily at 1:30 p.m., a tough time if you were doing activities on shore. As for the Drink packages, it is still $15 max and you pay the difference for anything over that price. Would love to see NCL extend this to $20 or $25. I like single-malt scotch and none of the good offerings fell inside the allotted number. Still enjoyed plenty of drinks and our daughter had this privilege for the first time. Her first cruise since turning 21 a year ago. All in all, it was a great cruise and we will definitely sail on NCL again. We are loyal customers (I am now Platinum) and my wife was Platinum before the cruise, which gave her two specialty dining sessions (with a guest), plus a free bag of laundry and other discounts. I likely would not return to the Star or any of her sister vessels due to the lack of an indoor cigar lounge.
Suite
The ultimate cruise experience. Ideal for two…or the whole family. Enjoy the finest touches throughout. Indulge in all-day luxury. Watch moonlight dance on waves from your private balcony.
Club Balcony Suite
Wake up to brilliant views from sliding glass doors, plus enjoy the extra room in your sitting area. Club Balcony Suites also feature a luxurious bath and shower, room for up to four and more.
Balcony
Experience it all. Floor-to-ceiling glass doors open to your own private balcony. Or unwind inside in well-appointed and stylish accommodations.
Oceanview
Stylish and comfortable oceanview staterooms feature excellent appointments. All accented by stylish touches and a large picture window with clear views of the sea.
Inside
Cruise where comfort meets value. You'll find everything you'll need at sea. Thoughtful and stylish appointments include a TV, sitting area and more.
COMPLIMENTARY DINING
Every cruise fare includes beautifully crafted menus in our two main dining rooms, a help-yourself buffet and a variety of casual cafés, grills and on-the-go choices. From fresh-baked breads, desserts and pastries to our chefs' original dishes made with the freshest ingredients, your dining can be as fine or fun as you want.
Serving a wide variety of culinary delights to please every palate, our complimentary dining options include two main dining rooms, a help-yourself buffet and a variety of casual cafés, grills and on-the-go choices. Plus, our Main Dining Rooms offer a menu that changes daily, Chef's Signature Dishes and carefully selected wine recommendations, guaranteeing a different culinary adventure with every visit.
SPECIALITY DINING
Dining aboard Norwegian is about having choices. Enjoy delicious comfort foods as well as more exotic choices from our many complimentary dining options. Or widen your palette further and choose from our speciality restaurants for a cover charge or á la carte. Whether it's a cheeseburger you have a desire for, or Coq au Vin, your dinner is ready when you are. And if you book a Speciality Dining Package, you can savour an array of our speciality restaurants for one special price.
Enjoy a night of gastronomic proportions at one of our many speciality restaurants. Sip your favourite cocktail as you select from choice cuts of Angus beef at Cagney's Steakhouse. Enjoy delicious pasta made with the freshest ingredients inside our rustic and chic Italian eatery, La Cucina. Or savour French cuisine at Le Bistro. No matter what you choose, our speciality dining options feature the tastes you'll crave.
Listen and learn in a lecture held by a guest speaker, Norwegian Cruise Line ships have much to offer to enhance your learning and senses.
You won’t believe your eyes or even your ears. Norgwegian Cruise Lines have brought Broadway to sea with blockbuster shows, music, dancing, cabaret, comedy and more. You can party all night, grab some great casino action and find your favourites among up to 22 bars and lounges, from electrifying nightspots to cosmopolitan bars and easy-going pubs. Every night is a night on the town.
Feel free to follow your spirit, whether that takes you to a superb fitness centre, a sun lounger by the pool or to the serenity of a luxurious spa. Get the adrenaline soaring by conquering the climbing wall or ropes course high above the ocean. Flex your muscles on the sports court or treat yourself to something special in the boutiques. Catch a fun, informal lecture. Take the plunge in the Aqua Park.
Families play better together on Norwegian. From dodgeball to cupcake decorating, there are lots of activities all over the ships. Plus, with complimentary youth programmes, kids can learn to juggle at Circus School in Splash Academy and teens have the coolest themed parties in Entourage. Add exclusive NickelodeonTM entertainment at sea for kids of all ages – even the grown up ones – and your family holiday gets awesome. While the kids are having fun, so can you, indulging in a spa treatment, enjoying a leisurely meal or just switching off. And when it comes to bedtime, family-friendly accommodation gives everyone the elbow room they need. Night, night.
