MMJJCREW Posted January 9, 2006 #1 Share Posted January 9, 2006 We're planning to cruise in August from New York City. We'll be traveling with another family and will have 4 children with us ranging in age from 2 to 9. Which of the following cruises would you recommend for us and why, Norwegian Dawn or Carnival Legend? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EileenN Posted January 9, 2006 #2 Share Posted January 9, 2006 We have sailed both ships and I prefer the Dawn. Althought my children are grown, I have seen the interaction of the staff and camp kids and was impressed on the Dawn. I think the food, surroundings, etc are comparable but the crew is especially good on the Dawn as well. EileenN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judyf Posted January 9, 2006 #3 Share Posted January 9, 2006 I also have sailed both and the water slide on the Legend would be great for the kids. Both were great ships. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Al B. Posted January 9, 2006 #4 Share Posted January 9, 2006 I can only speak for the Dawn and we thoroughly enjoyed our trip on her (going again this March). They have no water slide but did have a really nice kid's area. There was even a separate buffet area for kids. It had hot dogs, chicken fingers, spaghetti, etc. and smaller tables and chairs. You may also want to consider the itineraries also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
countercast Posted January 9, 2006 #5 Share Posted January 9, 2006 Only sailed on the Legend but fabulous. Carnival do kids well! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
countercast Posted January 9, 2006 #6 Share Posted January 9, 2006 Only sailed on the Legend but fabulous. Carnival do kids well! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvwater Posted January 9, 2006 #7 Share Posted January 9, 2006 I would pick the Dawn but my husband..Legend. I really enjoy Freestyle and he does not. For me....really the price would influence my decision. I am looking into the Dawn for September 2 and the prices are $1000.00 higher from my last three cruises on the Dawn. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judyf Posted January 10, 2006 #8 Share Posted January 10, 2006 I've noticed that the prices out of NYC seem higher also. Not many deals out there either. I have reviews posted on both ships. If you care to read them look under posts started by me. Also have pictures of both on webshots. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aliann Posted January 10, 2006 #9 Share Posted January 10, 2006 I've sailed the Dawn and love her, but I say book both then you can do a real close comparison. Personally, if price, itinerary, kid's activities etc. compare close, I'd choose the freestyle dining because that's just my preference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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