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Where in the world do you want to cruise? Chances are the recently refurbished Norwegian Sun can take you there with cruises into the frozen wilderness of Alaska or exotic, immersive experiences with our Extraordinary Journeys. Whilst you're becoming a world traveller, you won't have to worry about what to do or where to go, as there are plenty of dining options, a wide variety of bars and lounges, the relaxing Mandara Spa, and the always-exciting Sun Club Casino.
Exquisitely Refurbished in 2018
Refurbished in the spring of 2018 as part of The Norwegian Edge® programme, Norwegian Sun is shining bright. Experience Bliss Ultra Lounge and dance the night away on Deck 6, head up to Deck 12 for Spinnaker Lounge, or grab a bite at Los Lobos Cantina. These are just a few of the exciting changes on board. Come see what's new.
Ship nice size but had toilet issues around the ship. Inside cabins were amazingly spacious. Itinerary changed too many times before departure and after....this was third straight NCL where cancelled a tender port totally and replaced with sea days. Entertainment is getting worse and game shows are getting too predictable. Explanation of the embarkation port of Bali was very confusing because not listed as overnight, but was, and could have gotten off for night tours, but no one told us when calling for clarification ahead of time to book things. Ports were very interesting but excursions were fairly expensive thru NCL, even with the $50 credits at each port. Food was fairly good, but iced tea was horrible first half as if it was a mix of some kind, then it was brewed, maybe after many complained. How do you mess up iced tea? Specialty restaurants now ask for extra tips
This was our 2nd cruise and first cruise with NCL. Whilst the Norwegian Sun is relatively old, it was absolutely fine and we had no issues. The ship is quite small which we enjoyed as it never felt crowded Our inside cabin was perfect for us and it was a really good size. The food was fine and the drinks were good. We always got served quickly at the bar and found a table to eat quite easily. We liked the informal atmosphere on the ship. The entertainment was ok. That would have been the thing I would have liked to be a bit better. But overall it was very good. We found it good valie for money as well. Most of the shore excursions we did were with NCL and although a bit expensive compared to locally booked excursions we found them good with the comfort that we wouldn't miss the ship leaving port if we arrived back late from the excursion
This was our second time with NCL. The first was almost ten years ago on Norwegian Epic to the Canaries. NCL Sun is a much smaller ship and we were a bit anxious initially as we'd read one or two poor reviews. However, we were very pleasantly surprised. First of all our inside cabin on deck 10 seemed massive compared to some we'd been in on different cruise lines. Secondly, our All At Sea beverage package was great. We paid extra for it but it ended up being well worth it. We used all four benefits offered. Thirdly, we found the food to be great; there was a huge variety on offer. In addition to all of this, the staff were extremely obliging and always polite and friendly. Unfortunately, our itinerary was changed because of a cyclone hitting Brisbane and the surrounding area. Obviously this was not NCL's fault. Our stop in Brisbane therefore was cancelled and the following itinerary to Cairns and Airlie Beach was changed. The stop in Cairns, (4pm-4pm) was disappointingly short and we had to cancel one of our independent trips at short notice. Fortunately we were able to get onto another one and even managed to get the first one refunded, (well done Get Your Guide). The rest of the cruise continued uneventfully and we thoroughly enjoyed every day. We were sorry to disembark in Bali. The reasons for 4 stars and not 5 are as follows: Our cabin, though large, was directly underneath the Sports Bar. Around 2-3 am each night staff started moving furniture and banging cupboards etc. It was very noisy and woke us on several occasions. Also, there was a smell of sewage fairly regularly. Not sure why but sometimes the whole corridor outside stank. After a week or so, we were moved to the other side of the the ship; same sized cabin and no further problems. The tendering at Airlie Beach was terrible. It took well over an hour and at one point our boat was stationary in a fairly rough sea for over half an hour. It was extremely hot and some people were beginning to feel very sick. There was no explanation given but we learned later from the local Tourist Information Centre that it's usually like that as so many different boats are trying to get onto one jetty. NCL must have known this. A number of people booked onto trips missed them. Future passengers, be warned. There were considerable queues waiting to get the tenders back to the ship. This happened at Airlie Beach, Cooktown and Komodo. We had paid for Priority Boarding and this proved to be worth its weight as we were able to go to the front of the queues. I did feel sorry for the other passengers, some of whom were waiting for up to one hour. The entertainment was not as great as I had expected but I was comparing it with the Epic, a much bigger ship. The singing and dancing shows were good but I feel there could have been more of them. However there were a few very good individual acts too. One of the not so memorable acts was the karaoke singing which happened EVERY night in our favourite bar, The Observatory. We are not karaoke fans so this meant our favourite bar was off limits in the evening. For the most part we thoroughly enjoyed this cruise are now seriously considering further cruises with NCL.
CONS: The Norwegian Sun is one of the oldest ships in Norwegians fleet. It shows signs of age throughout the ship. Our cabin had a few issues. It was a handicapped accessible room and was larger than most inside cabins. Unfortunately, the bed was very worn out and it felt like we were laying in a hole. But the biggest problem was the bathroom. The sink faucet and the shower faucet were not working properly. When turned on, the first thing you got was scalding hot water. It took up to 10 minutes for the water to cool down enough to use. It was too easy to bump into the shower lever and instantly get scalding water. The shower also would back up at times and we had to dam it with towels to keep it from entering the room. Our cabin steward was absent most of the time. Even though we were out of the cabin early most mornings,some days he wouldn't clean it until late afternoons, if at all. PROS: The rest of the cruise was good. We have been on numerous Norwegian ships and the menu and food was the best we have ever had on a Norwegian ship. The crew, servers, bartenders, and customer service people were all great. The ship missed our first port and had to rearrange the next two ports due to Cyclone Alfred, but they were able to make new shore excursion arrangements, so everything worked out fine.
Suite
Indulge in luxury at sea. These spacious suites are ideal for two…or the entire family. Enjoy the finest amenities including sweeping private balconies.
Club Balcony Suite
Step through sliding-glass doors to a dramatic, ever-changing seascape. Enjoy the extra space of a sitting area, room to sleep up to four comfortably, and a luxurious bath and shower.
Balcony
See the world in a whole new way. Floor-to-ceiling glass doors open to your own private balcony. Well-appointed and stylish accommodations offer plenty of room to unwind inside.
Oceanview
Discover the beauty of style and comfort. Cozy and modern staterooms feature excellent appointments. Accented by stylish touches and clear views of the ocean.
Inside
Set sail in comfort and style. You'll find everything you need here inside. Stylish and modern appointments include a TV, sitting area and more.
Indulge in Extraordinary Dining Options
Sit down to a multi-course meal with a great bottle of wine. Or grab a burger hot off the grill. Go French, Italian, Brazilian, Asian - you name it. With a wide variety of dining options, your taste buds will always be in for a thrill.
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.
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.
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.
When it comes to the entertainment on Norwegian Sun, there's never a dull moment. Tickle your funny bone during our comedy variety show inside the Stardust Theatre. Enjoy a magical evening with our magician and comedy show. Or don your best attire and dance the night away during Norwegian's Night Out. It's showtime. All the time.
From the stages to the lounges, we'll have you singing along, moving your feet and getting into the groove. Take a walk on the wild side in the production of Rock You Tonight, a high-energy tribute to such rock icons as Queen, Journey and The Who. (A 20% gratuity and speciality service charge will be added at time of payment for entertainment dining.)
From top to bottom and from bow to stern, Norwegian Sun has enough onboard activities to fill every minute of your cruise. Indulge in a refreshing swim in the pool or a relaxing dip in one of our hot tubs on the pool deck. 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.
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.
(A 20% gratuity and beverage service charge will be added at checkout.)
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. 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.
