Chriselle

My husband and I are both vegan. When we sailed on the Norwegian Breakaway a few years ago, I met with the food director. It was hit and miss on what we were given to eat but we did get a few good meals. In fact, there was a vegan cake served to us one night that was the envy of everyone at our table.

Thanks so much! I didn't know that board existed. I'll check it out.

We're going on the 12-Day Southern Caribbean cruise out of NYC in November and I have some questions about the ports we'll be visiting.

I've been on the Gem twice and know how crappy Port Canaveral is unless you take an excursion. Does anyone know about the ports on the Southern Caribbean cruise? Do you need to book an excursion in order to enjoy them or are there beaches, shops, restaurants, etc. within walking distance? I'm mostly interested in having a little bit of beach time. :p

Thanks!

Thank you all so much for your answers! I hope there will be a meet and greet as that sounds like the best way to get what we need.

Does anyone have any experience with vegan eating on NCL? We are strict vegans (no meat, eggs, dairy, fish) and would like to eat more than just veggies and fruit on our 12-day cruise. :D

A couple of things I wish I'd done in my past cruises:

When I drove into the parking lot at Port of New York, I presented the attendant with my Discover card to pay for the week of parking. They don't accept Discover. I was lucky I'd left some money in my checking account and was able to use my debit card. Next time I'll bring a Visa or MC.

Years ago, I flew to Port Canaveral from NY but my original flight had delays and we had to get on a different flight which got us to the port right before the ship sailed. My luggage never made it so I was forced to wear my husband's clothing until we got to Nassau where it had been flown. I spent the first couple of days on the cruise in tears. My lesson: cross pack as another poster suggested. At least I would have had something to wear.

Thanks for the great review and pictures! It feels like our cruise was a million years ago!

It was great to meet everyone from the forums at the Meet and Greet! :)