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Norwegian Dawn offers the ultimate freedom and flexibility for your cruise holiday. Toss your timetable to the breeze on a cruise to the Bahamas and Caribbean. Explore castles, cathedrals, romantic islands, and sophisticated cities on Mediterranean and Europe cruises. Experience the journey of a lifetime on a Transatlantic sailing. Or experience unique and immersive itineraries on an Extraordinary Journey. Back on board, dine at Los Lobos Cantina, a sophisticated Mexican restaurant celebrating traditional flavours with a modern twist. Drop by The Cellars, a Michael Mondavi Family Wine Bar for a wine tasting. Or take Lady Luck for a spin in the expansive Dawn Club Casino. Offering a wide range of spacious accommodations, there are staterooms to fit every family size and budget. Let Norwegian Dawn whisk you away to some of the dreamiest destinations around the world.
We had a fantastic experience sailing from Cape Town to Mauritius on NCL Dawn. The itinerary included four ports in South Africa, which offered a huge variety of experiences from safaris, to cultural immersion and much more. We also stopped at the islands of Reunion, Madagascar and Mauritius - beautiful paradises of culture, wildlife and wonderful people. CHECK IN: after reading about port delays in Cape Town for some earlier cruises, we were pleased to find no line ups. An Uber from the hotel dropped us off at about 11:20 (inside the port area, close to check in). Our check in time was 11:30-12:00. We walked right up to security to scan bags, then to the NCL checkin desk. We sat down to wait for boarding and were called up right away to board. We were at a table for lunch at 11:40. ROOM: we had a family suite SP on deck 12 near the library. We were able to upgrade from balcony to suite after final payment when the price for the suite dropped down to the same amount we had paid for the balcony. This suite has no balcony but the room is as big as a regular penthouse plus balcony. I would happily stay in this category again. PORTS: Africa is not an area geared to regular cruise ship docking, so don’t expect any port facilities. These are industrial, working ports. Mossel Bay and the two Madagascar ports require tenders. Disembarking was fairly smooth and at times there was a long line of people waiting to get back to the ship. Richard’s Bay is a coal shipping port and the air and grounds are thick with coal dust. We had heard this many times and were sort of prepared. Dark coloured clothing and a mask are recommended. It was raining when we arrived so instead of having the air full of dust, the ground was mucky with slick black mud and puddles. I wore washable shoes and washed them when we returned. The sights and excursions available at all of the ports are well worth the little inconvenience. EXCURSIONS: my favourite places that we visited were Addo Elephant National Park (Gqeberha/ Port Elizabeth) and iSmangaliso wetland park (Richard’s Bay). Also the two ports in Madagascar had fantastic tours, especially Amber Mountain Park where you can see lemurs in the wild. FOOD: the Dawn has many specialty restaurants to choose from including Cagney’s (steak house), La Cuchina (Italian), Bamboo (Asian/Sushi), Los Lobos (Mexican), Moderna (Brazilian), Teppanaki, and Le Bistro (French). Our favourite meals came from the main dining room - there are two, Venetian and Aqua and we preferred Aqua for its contemporary decor, smaller room feel and terrific service (the menus are the same in both). They get really swarmed when the show audience gets out, but otherwise we had no delays getting a table or food. Some dishes weren’t hot enough for us but when I made a point of asking the server to make sure it was hot, it helped. SHOWS: loved the production cast shows - Elements is outstanding. The comedian was entertaining but the mostly baby boomer audience did not appreciate millennial humour. The music in all venues was fantastic. SURPRISES: There are no computer terminals in the Internet cafe. This is a missed opportunity for NCL because I like to use them on sea days to look for my next cruise! When I asked about this, the manager shared that they are on order. They have a little-used lounge area on deck 9 just off the mid-ship stairway/elevator. It has tables and chairs, board games, cards and puzzles and it overlooks the entertainment in the Atrium. The crew are amazing! Cheerful and always wanting to ensure you are having a great time. If anything goes wrong for you, talk to them and they will go out of their way to make it right. General Manager Alain is very accessible and can often be seen walking around to check things out. Africa provides many logistical challenges for the cruise line, particularly with sourcing food and beverages. They made the most of it by stocking South African beers and wines which many found to be better than the usual stock. Most things that people complain about (coal in Richard’s Bay! The heat! The weather! Oh my!) are beyond the control of the cruise line. NCL did a fantastic job of making this vacation memorable.
Largest Suites at Sea
Come stay in the Garden Villa, our exclusive enclave offering the most well-appointed and spacious suites at sea. Spanning up to 6,693 square feet, these rooms include king- or queen-size beds, separate living and dining areas, luxury baths and private balconies. All Garden Villas come with a certified butler and concierge services.
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 luxury 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
Step inside. And 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.
Feel Free to Discover your Inner Foodie
With a wide range of complimentary and speciality restaurants, you will have more dining options than days of your cruise. Enjoy an authentic Brazilian churrascaria experience at Moderno, spend an elegant night at our vibrant Italian ristorante, La Cucina, or enjoy traditional flavours with a modern twist at Los Lobos.
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.
Bars & Lounges
With so many bars and lounges to discover, finding your favourite may take a few days. Pop some bubbly and toast to the good life inside Gatsby's Champagne Bar. Kick back with a cocktail then dance it out at Spinnaker Lounge. Or work on perfecting your tan as you relax poolside at Topsiders Bar. Whether you're looking to meet up with friends or make new ones, there's always an opportunity to mix it up.
Entertainment
When it comes to the entertainment on Norwegian Dawn, there's never a dull moment. Revel in amazing music and dance with the four elements of Earth, Air, Water & Fire at Norwegian's original production show, Elements. Rock the night away with this high energy party that celebrates the sounds of soul to the raw force of Rock 'n' Roll. When you cruise with Norwegian, it's showtime. All the time.
Activities
From top to bottom and from bow to stern, Norwegian Dawn has enough onboard activities to fill every minute of your cruise. Indulge in a refreshing swim, cocktail or ice cream treat at The Oasis Pool. Wanna get lucky? Bet it all at our award-winning Casinos at Sea®. And when all is said and done, enjoy a pamper session at Mandara Spa. With so much to do, we'll always have you coming back for more.
Onboard Shopping
Forget to pack something? No worries! Our gift shops onboard carry everything you'll need for fun in the sun. Shop from a variety of souvenirs, cosmetics, clothing, snacks and sundry items. Treat yourself at our duty-free shops full of fantastic savings on fine jewellery, accessories, perfume, liquor and tobacco.
When you want some "me" time, look no further than Mandara Spa®. Relax with a hot-stone massage, one of over 50 speciality treatments offered. At our onboard spas, treatments range from the classic to the luxurious. Let our pampering professionals soothe and rejuvenate you with facials, massages, acupuncture and a full menu of services.
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.
