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Thanks for this review! We depart in just 10 days on our first cruise ever aboard the Sky and it sounds wonderful!

 

Have a fabulous cruise! I hope you have as wonderful a time as we did!

We just got off of the Sky two days ago and had a wonderful breakfast at Crossings. There were only about 10 people in the entire place when we ate at about 8:00. Service was quick, we had a great seat by the window and the food was much better than the buffet. Since we had the last time slot for getting off, it was the perfect leisurely way to end our cruise. I highly recommend it!

I'm pretty psyched to go in a few weeks. The picture gallery CC put up really looked great. The Sky seems to offer enough to cater to whatever your tastes are. We aren't big party people but we like entertainment and relaxing during the day. I read negative reviews here but whenever I talk to someone that has been on the ship they rave about it and GSC, so I just hope weather cooperates for GSC. Thanks for your review!

 

That's it exactly! We felt like the ship was perfect for us, and so did the partiers! I will cross my fingers for good weather for you for GSC!

Outrigger was our favorite bar! We were often the only ones there, and it is gorgeous! We ate at il Adagio the first day. It was quiet but our least favorite food of the trip, though still good and so nice to just sit and relax. We also found the corner of the pool bar closest to the Adagio restaurant was a great spot to get service.[emoji4]

It will be fabulous Sandra! Have a wonderful cruise!

Hi all, just back from our first cruise on the NCL Sky, and it was fabulous! As a first time cruiser, I was reading up a storm and found some pretty negative reviews of the Sky and the itinerary. Everyone will see what they want to see to some point, but I thought I would list a few things that had me worried, just in case other worriers like me might benefit. Here's what we found on the Sky:

 

1. The Main Dining Rooms were wonderful. We ate in both Palace and Crossings and the service was fast, efficient and the food was good - some even great! The staff was helpful and really kind. The food was well prepared and consistently tasty. We asked for and were always seated by a window. We enjoyed a beautiful breakfast on the last morning in a pretty empty restaurant, looking out at the harbor.

 

2. The main buffet wasn't bad either. It gets tiring after a bit, even with TONS of choice. The food was standard buffet line quality - hot, well prepared and some downright delicious. We often ran through for cheese, seviche, olives and dried fruit, then hit the bar for some wine and presto - romantic and tasty treat for the balcony! I was afraid it was going to be a runny egg, dried out chicken mess that I would have to eat standing up, but it was not in the least. Always lots of places to sit with good food.

 

3. It was not a party cruise at all. We are not White Hot Party types, but there were many on board - including a HUGE group of students (200 or so) from Argentina. We did our thing, the partiers did theirs, and I don't think any of us even noticed the others. Every night we found a beautiful quiet place to relax, and I'm sure they found their places to dance the night away. A highlight for us was the Chef's Dinner - A four hour, nine course extravaganza prepared for just ten guests - it was worth every penny of the $110 per person and gave an amazing glimpse into the pride and ownership felt by Executive Chef Burke and his team. In the end I think everyone can make the cruise what they want it to be. That was one of the nicest things we noticed on the cruise.

 

4. The cabin was small but had a lot of storage space. I used all the hangers and drawers space, all the shelves in the bathroom, and kept the empty suitcases under the bed. I am not a light packer either!

 

5. Freeport and Nassau felt safe and we never got approached by people shlepping their wares or drugs or such stuff. We did a Snorkel Safari in Freeport that was awesome, and I was terrified before hand, and just shopped in Nassau. Lovely jewelry and no weird pressure to buy.

 

Take it for what you will, and you may not agree, but I know I would have loved to see more positive reviews for Sky before we left, so I thought I'd throw my two cents in. Happy Cruising everyone!

We just got off the ship - and LOVED it! Most people had two bags, and some two and a purse. We took small carry ons so we did not have to drop off and pick up. With a back pack for my husband and a small shoulder bag for me we had plenty of room for swim suits, sunscreen, hats and sunglass - all we needed until our luggage came to our room, which was about 1:30 when the rooms were ready too. Have a great trip! Ask if you have any other questions - this was our first cruise and it was smooth sailing all the way because I did a little research here first!

Yeah! I'm glad to touch base with someone who has done the tour! This makes me feel a lot better - I am nervous by nature, and you hit on some of my concerns. Since the issue of sun and heat came up, can you tell me about the kayak time - was it mostly open to the sun, or shaded? Will we fry in July? I can see you were on the Sky too - since we've never cruised before, any tips on disembarking? It seems like a tight crunch to get to the tour on time. Thanks so much Lacaena!

While Eve was probably a bit more fit than I am, I am ready for a challenge, I think! It's 90 minutes in the kayak through the mangroves and then a 1/4 mile hike to the beach. I'm in Minnesota, where a good 80 degree day seems tropical. That whole "I may be crazy" thing just might be true. We are hoping to get away from the Freeport resorts and see some nature, so this seems like a good idea in theory...

Bummer Tinyturtle! Thanks for the heads up!

It does sound like work, doesn't it? That may be why I can't find any reviews of the excursion! We may be the only ones crazy enough to try it! I keep thinking that too - it has to be doable, or they would not offer it. It all comes down to wether it is doable but a total day of rushing around for a so so experience. Thanks for your reply, Misteridgetpants! It's coming up quick so I have to decide soon.

 

Does anyone know if there is a price difference if you book on the ship rather than beforehand?

Hi, This is my first post, and our first cruise! We will be on the Sky in 18 days. We are thinking of booking the Lucayan National Park Kayak Experience in Freeport but have a few questions for anyone who has experience.

 

1. It is a 6 hour excursion, leaving at 8:30. Having never been on a cruise, we're wondering about the logistics of getting off the ship quickly and then having enough time when we get back.

 

2. What is the level of experience you need to kayak? First time cruisers, and first time kayakers, you see...

 

3. Any other opinions about the experience would be welcome.

 

Thank you for any help you can give!