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Norwegian Star - May 8, 2024

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May 8, 2024

May 8 - 18, 2024

Norwegian Star

Norwegian Cruise Line

10 Night Ireland: Belfast Dublin Cork & Galway

from Southampton, England

The May 8, 2024 cruise on the Norwegian Star departs from Southampton, England. On this 10 Night Ireland: Belfast Dublin Cork & Galway sailing, the ship will visit a total of 8 different cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Norwegian Star sets sail on a Wednesday (May 8, 2024) and returns on a Saturday (May 18, 2024).

The Norwegian Star was built in 2001 and is amoung Norwegian's 19 ships in it's fleet. The Norwegian Star is included in the cruise line's Dawn Class. In the cruise ship stats below you'll find the Norwegian Star vs all other Norwegian ships.

All Itineraries

Southampton

Southampton is the gateway to the immensely civilized city of London. There are museums to visit, pubs to try, and shops to browse, ranging from Harrods to open-air markets. There are more parks and green belts here than in any other city in the world. There are also caches of stately squares and noble monuments, holdovers from a time when the island ruled a significant portion of the globe.

Southampton is the gateway to the immensely civilized city of London. There are museums to visit, pubs to try, and shops to browse, ranging from Harrods to open-air markets. There are more parks and...

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. Explore the Norwegian Star Deck Maps and make sure to view our list of Ship Venues and Features. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Climb the hill beyond Belfast Castle for a stunning view of this charming city. Soak up the nine thousand years of Irish history at the Ulster Museum in the Botanical Gardens. Sit on one of Belfast's many benches and watch the street musicians or head to the pub for a pint. Stroll the streets and marvel at the city's Victorian and Edwardian architecture.

Climb the hill beyond Belfast Castle for a stunning view of this charming city. Soak up the nine thousand years of Irish history at the Ulster Museum in the Botanical Gardens. Sit on one of Belfast's...

Dun Laoghaire

A town of churches, bridges and pubs, Cork is best known for Blarney Castle where you are invited to kiss the famed stone to acquire the "gift of gab." St. Patrick Street, the town's main thoroughfare, is good for shopping and people watching. See the Shandon bells in St. Anne's church. Those who are willing to climb the 134 winding steps to the top of the steeple will be rewarded with a wondrous view of the city, harbor and hills.

A town of churches, bridges and pubs, Cork is best known for Blarney Castle where you are invited to kiss the famed stone to acquire the "gift of gab." St. Patrick Street, the town's main thoroughfare...

Dublin, Ireland

This capital city is an intimate one. On your own, stroll along St. Stephen's Green or down Grafton Street, through Phoenix Park or Merrion Square, resting at one of the city's charming pubs. City tours usually feature Trinity College, the classic Georgian mansions, the 12th-century St. Patrick's Cathedral and Abbey Theatre.

Driving Directions and Parking Information Alexandra Quay York Rd Dublin 4, Ireland Once you leave the airport, take the M1 ramp towards City Centre/M50. Stay on the M1 for 2km, then continue onto M50 for 6km. Continue onto E Wall Rd/R131 until you reach your destination, Alaxandra Quay.

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Explore the Dubliana exhibit to see Dublin life from 1170 to 1540. Ireland's thriving yet elegant capital sits at the mouth of the River Liffey. Visit a castle. Take a walking tour. Shop O'Connell Street. Have a pint at the Guinness Brewery. Explore more of Dublin on a European cruise !

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This is one truly immersive experience for all your senses. From the sights of quaint medieval squares to tree-lined canals and gorgeous architectural facades, Brussels with take your breath away. Its friendly outdoor cafes and colorful open-air markets are perfect for sipping on local brews or sampling exquisite Belgian chocolates, tasty delights for all ages. In Amsterdam, get ready to museum hop though places like the Electric Ladyland — the world's only museum devoted to the wonders of fluorescence, the notable and inspirational House of Anne Frank, or the Rembrandt House Museum.

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Sailing Itinerary

Note: Cruise itineraries are subject to change. Please verify ports and times directly with the cruise line.

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Southampton

Southampton is a port city on England’s south coast. It’s home to the SeaCity Museum, with an interactive model of the Titanic, which departed from Southampton in 1912. Nearby, Southampton City Art Gallery specialises in modern British art. Solent Sky Museum features vintage aircraft like the iconic Spitfire. Tudor House & Garden displays artifacts covering over 800 years of history, including a penny-farthing bike.

Le Havre is a major port in northern France's Normandy region, where the Seine River meets the English Channel. It's joined to the city across the estuary, Honfleur, by the Pont de Normandie cable-stayed bridge. Following WWII, Le Havre's heavily damaged city center was famously redesigned by Belgian architect Auguste Perret. Today it features many landmark examples of reinforced-concrete architecture.

Linked with Brugge, its historic metropolis, by a 7.5 mile canal, Zeebrugge is a seaside resort looking to the future. The international port, jutting far out into the sea, doesn't prevent holidaymakers from frolicking on the fine little sandy beach. On the sea front, hotels and cafés give tourists their warmest welcome. Being Belgium's leading fishing port, Zeebrugge has quite a lot of fishmongers' shops. Besides being a passenger port with regular ferry services between the United Kingdom and the continent, Zeebrugge also has an attractive marina which can accommodate some 100 vessels. Zeebrugge also enjoys a very convenient geographical location, just a few miles away from beautiful Brugge, the fashionable sea resort of Knokke, and the picturesque village of Lissewege. During the summer season the beach invites to (sun) bathing, playing and relaxing. Autumn and winter are the right seasons to take a firm walk along the seaside. On the western dam, a promenade reaches far out into the open sea. At the foot of the dam the "St. George Memorial" commemorates the Battle of Zeebrugge (23.4.1918) on which occasion the British Royal Navy finally put the German U-Boot base out of action. The City Community House on Marktplein is the seat of the city administration. The premises also have a socio-cultural function.

Amsterdam is the Netherlands’ capital, known for its artistic heritage, elaborate canal system and narrow houses with gabled facades, legacies of the city’s 17th-century Golden Age. Its Museum District houses the Van Gogh Museum, works by Rembrandt and Vermeer at the Rijksmuseum, and modern art at the Stedelijk. Cycling is key to the city’s character, and there are numerous bike paths.

Edinburgh/Newhaven

Edinburgh is Scotland's compact, hilly capital. It has a medieval Old Town and elegant Georgian New Town with gardens and neoclassical buildings. Looming over the city is Edinburgh Castle, home to Scotland’s crown jewels and the Stone of Destiny, used in the coronation of Scottish rulers. Arthur’s Seat is an imposing peak in Holyrood Park with sweeping views, and Calton Hill is topped with monuments and memorials.

Invergordon

Invergordon is a town whose history stretches back through two World Wars and has now developed into a centre for oilrig refurbishment and maintenance. It is also a major port of call for cruise liners, being the only deep water port in the area, 40 liners, with 21,000 visitors from all over the world, berthed in 2004. Ideally situated in the centre of the eastern Highlands, the town's High Street has recently been given a face lift with coloured granite blocks, speed controllers, a new restaurant and a mural has been painted on the Albyn Housing building. There are many places to eat, providing quick take-away food right through to a quality country house hotel and restaurant just inland from the town, Indian and Chinese food is also available as an alternative to the more traditional fayre. There is an Arts Centre, a Leisure and Sports Club, with swimming pool and an 18 hole golf course on the outskirts of town.

Stornoway is the main town on the Isle of Lewis and is also the home of the Western Isles Council. Just over 6,000 people live in the town, which represents about a third of the Islands total population. The economy is a mix of traditional businesses like fishing, Harris Tweed and farming, with more recent influences like Tourism, the oil industry and commerce brought about by the digital revolution and communications. Stornoway is the main port on the Island, due to its sheltered location with the ferry to Ulapool a regular visitor. The sheltered harbour is the reason for Stornoway's existence and was named by the visiting Vikings "Steering Bay" which, when phonetically translated, became the name Stornoway. The town has a wide range of facilities ranging from a large secondary school, (Nicholson Institute) and technical college, to sporting facilities, which includes a brand new sports complex. The town also has a Golf Course, Astro Turf pitch, Go-Carting and even a paintball action area. Cruises around the area by boat are available during the summer months, embarking from the pontoons behind the Lifeboat Station. Cultural facilities are well catered for with a good museum, art gallery and library. In the grounds of Lews Castle the Stornoway Trust has developed a series of well maintained woodland walks of varying lengths and scenic features.A ccommodation and Hotels are plentiful and a list of the different providers can be found on the Accommodation links. Places to eat out are also plentiful and range from restaurants and cafes to takeaways and hotels.

Dublin is the capital of Ireland, Irish culture and cuisine. The regional and micro breweries that once flourished, although crowded out of business for the last hundred or so years by Guiness, more for its marketing and transportation triumphs than necessarily for qualitative reasons, are coming back to add local color and variety to the famous old Irish pubs. Ireland has produced some of the world’s greatest writers, and in its traditional folk ballads and rich melodies you can hear the unique elements which form the roots of modern rhythm and blues music.

Belfast offers the buzz and vibrancy of a capital city whilst being a gateway to the rural retreat of Northern Ireland. At the head of Belfast Lough, the city is compact and easy to get around, whether by car or on foot. Like all capital cities, Belfast offers a wide range of accommodation to suit all pockets, from cosy B&Bs around the university, to well appointed riverside self-catering establishments, to city centre boutique hotels. Belfast is teeming with a multitude of stylish bars, gourmet restaurants, trendy clubs and some of the best shopping in the UK. Visitors can enjoy traditional Irish music in a local pub or dance the night away to the latest vibes – the choice is yours! The birthplace of the Titanic, Belfast’s industrial heritage has shaped a city steeped in culture, portrayed at its best at the Ulster Museum, City Hall, the Ulster Folk and Transport Museum and the many buildings still standing. The many parks, gardens and galleries offer a perfect haven to relax. Within a couple of hours of Belfast, visitors can marvel at the Giant’s Causeway, walk the Mountains of Mourne, fish in Fermanagh or visit the many picturesque villages in Northern Ireland - a perfect location to discover the rest of Northern Ireland!

Queenstown it was for some decades before reverting to its old Irish name in 1922 - the Cobh (cove) of Cork. Is there anywhere in Ireland more full of poignant memories than this embarkation point for America? From here hundreds of thousands of mostly hungry and penniless Irish men and women left to build a new life, especially in the Famine years of 1844-48. Many thrived and prospered, but many died on the journey in the terrible travelling conditions of the time. It is a pleasant town; its streets climb the steep slope of a hill, the top of which is crowned by the very fine St. Coleman's Cathedral which has a carillon of 47 bells. Cobh is situated on Great Island, one of the three large islands in Cork harbour which are all now joined by roads and bridges - Little Island and Fota are the others. The harbour is one of the largest and safest anywhere, being capable of taking the largest vessels afloat. The great Transatlantic liners used to come in up to the 1950s. On the quayside there is a memorial to the victims of the Lusitania, many of whom are buried in the old church cemetery. The ship was sunk off Kinsale in 1915 by a German submarine, an action which was responsible for bringing the United States of America into the Great War, the survivors were brought back here. Another unhappy association is with the Titanic, 'the safest liner in the world'. Queenstown was her last port of call on her fateful maiden voyage. The Queenstown Story is based in the disused portions of the railway station at Cobh. This highly imaginative visitor attraction tells the story of emigration from Cobh in the period of the famine in 1845 up to the era of the great Liners in the 1950s. The historical role which Cobh harbour has played as a port is also illustrated. At Cobh, one looks over Haulbowline and Spike Islands, formerly the base of the Irish Naval Service. To the east, Cork Harbour leads to East Ferry. Roches Point can be seen to the south. To the south west is the yachting centre of Crosshaven.

Portland/England

The Isle of Portland juts out like a bird's beak into the English Channel but is not really an island, although it is only joined to the mainland by a narrow strip of land. The road is about two miles long and runs between Chesil Bank and the huge man-made naval harbour. The land is formed from a massive block of limestone rising from near sea level in the south to over 400 ft high in the north. Portland Castle is a fortress built by Henry VIII and lost amongst the naval buildings and a prison. Almost immediately the road went up a very steep hill to Verne Yeates with immense views of Chesil Bank and the coast as far as Lulworth. Portland has been inhabited since early times and traces of occupation have been dated back 7,000 years. The Romans knew it as 'Vindilis' and Thomas Hardy wrote about it as 'The Isle of Slingers' due to the fact that Portlanders used to throw stones to keep Kimberlins (strangers) away. The isle is an austere place, densely populated, with no trees and a lot of quarries, some still producing Portland Stone and some with dinosaur footprints in the stone. The island is a Royal Manor and many of the quarries are owned by the crown. Tout Quarry contains many sculptures, some of which are easy to see while others are much harder to find. The breakwater, which forms one of the largest harbours in the world (2130 acres), was finished in 1872. The twenty-three years of construction had cost the lives of twenty-two men. Most of the construction work was carried out by convicts, who had hewn stone to form the breakwater at a cost of £1,167,852. At the Bill of Portland there is a red and white lighthouse, built in 1906 and the Trinity House Tower that is now a bird observatory. In spite of the difficulty of actually standing up in the severe wind, several people had climbed onto Pulpit Rock. The 'Races', fast flowing currents, meet here and have been responsible for many disasters. The waves are spectacular.

Onboard the Norwegian Star

Norwegian Star

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• Year Built: 2001
• Year Refurbished: 2021

Double Occupancy Capacity: 2348

Norwegian Star is built for Freestyle Cruising with 13 dining options, nine bars and lounges, fitness center and spa, Broadway Theater, casino, three pools and more - making sure you never run out of things to see and do on your trip.

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Onboard Activities

Activities & services (included in cruise).

• Disco/Nightclub
• Game Arcade
• Theater/Show Lounge
• Fitness Center
• Pool - Children's
• Pool - Outdoor
• Pool - Indoor
• Sports Facilities
• Walking/Jogging Track
• Golf Driving Net
• Bars/Lounges
• Internet Center
• Children's Indoor Play Area
• Organized Age Specific Activities
• Teen Center or Disco
• Teen Programs
• Business Center
• Concierge Desk

Activities & Services (available for an extra fee)

• Full-Service Spa
• Beauty Salon
• Fitness Classes
• Spa Services/Massage
• Sauna/Steam Room
• Babysitting
• Dry Cleaning/ Laundry Service
• Duty-Free Shops/Boutiques
• Infirmary/Medical Center
• Safe Deposit Boxes

Main Dining

Aqua:  True, you are onboard a ship, but that's no reason not to enjoy all the creature comforts of the big city. Our daily menu also includes a selection of healthy, light choices.

Versailles:  Reminiscent of Paris' famed Palace of Versailles, this Main Dining Room features everything you're looking for in a dining experience. And then some. Offering beautifully crafted contemporary and traditional dishes and carefully selected Chef's Signature Dishes, Versailles will always have you coming back for more.

Specialty Dining

Le Bistro:  Have it au poivre or just go straight for the bouillabaisse at our signature French restaurant. Elegant interiors and attentive servers make this an intimate dining experience reminiscent of a Parisian café. By the end of your meal, you’ll might just be proclaiming c’est magnifique! This restaurant is available for an additional cost.

Cagney's Steakhouse:  Steak is the standard at our American-style steakhouse. Sip your favorite cocktail as you select from choice cuts of Certified Angus Beef® perfectly prepared. And don’t forget to order Cagney's famous truffle fries. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.

La Cucina:  Enjoy the flavors of the Tuscan countryside at tables with room for old friends and new. Dine on classic dishes where you can taste the freshness of every tomato used to make an exquisitely delicious sauce. Try a twist on a classic like shrimp fettuccine, or keep it purist with a osso bucco. Just when you think you’re out, they’ll pull you back in with a toasty espresso and some macadamia nut ice cream. Delizioso! This restaurant is available for an additional cost.

Moderno Churrascaria:  If you’re looking for a unique experience, our authentic Brazilian steakhouse is a must. Start with an impressive salad bar of imported cheeses, olives, cured meats, ceviche and specialty salads. Be sure to save room for the delicious skewers of slow-roasted meats including beef, pork, lamb and chicken. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.

Teppanyaki:  Flying shrimp. Onion volcanoes. Twirling knives. The sizzles and surprises never cease at our authentic Japanese Hibachi restaurant. Sit around a lively shared table as a skillful chef slices, chops and grills steak, seafood and chicken on a large steel grill right before your eyes. The chilled, sake-infused Wasabi Cocktail will have you flipping too. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.

Sushi and Sake Bar:  Ginza Asian Restaurant also has a Sushi and Sashimi Bar where you can enjoy the very best sushi and sashimi expertly prepared as you watch. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.

The Bake Shop:  Indulge your sweet tooth with decadent treats available à la carte, such as French macaroons, chocolate pralines, and cupcakes. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.

Java Café:  For that double, vanilla, extra hot latte with extra foam, the Java Café is at your service with a wide variety of specialty coffees, teas, pastries and cookies. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.

Casual Dining

Ginza:  Enjoy a complimentary Asian Fusion dining venue featuring freshly prepared noodles, delicious wok fried dishes, authentic soups, and more.

Market Café/Kid's Café:  This indoor buffet offers an extraordinary selection of family friendly international fare and an additional dining area that's just right for the pint size crowd.

O'Sheehan's:  Dine on reinvented Irish pub classics while sipping your favorite draft beer, all in a casual atmosphere open 24 hours a day. There's no cover charge to dig into your favorite comfort foods and savory Daily Specials, such as Prime Rib and All-You-Can-Eat Ribs.

Room Service:  If you can't come to the restaurant, Norwegian will bring the restaurant to you. Norwegian offers a menu of items that can be delivered to your stateroom. Room service is available 24-hours a day (a convenience charge applies to each order placed).

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Inside Stateroom

Ocean view stateroom, balcony stateroom, suite stateroom.

Staterooms feature modern design and can accommodate up to four guests.

Sailaway Inside (Category: IX)

A Sail Away Inside stateroom guarantees an Inside stateroom or better! Your stateroom may be on any deck and assigned between time of booking up to one day prior to embarkation.

Inside (Category: IF)

These Inside Staterooms are the most affordable way for you to cruise. With room for up to four, you'll have two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and some with additional bedding to accommodate up to two more guests.

Inside (Category: IB)

Inside (category: ia), family inside (category: i4).

These Inside Staterooms are the most affordable way for the whole family to cruise. With room for up to four, you'll have two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and additional bedding to accommodate up to two more guests. Plus you'll have access to all kinds of amenities, like room service and so much more.

Solo Inside (Category: IT)

These staterooms include a queen-size bed and the same amenities as other inside staterooms. Staterooms are priced exclusively for solo travelers.

Staterooms feature either a picture window or porthole.

Sailaway Oceanview (Category: OX)

A Sail Away Oceanview stateroom guarantees an Oceanview stateroom or better! Please note that the view may be fully obstructed, partially obstructed, porthole or picture window. Your stateroom may be on any deck and assigned up to one day prior to embarkation.

Obstructed Oceanview (Category: OK)

These Oceanview Staterooms have a picture window or porthole with an obstructed view and can accommodate up to four guests and includes two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed, one pullman and one pullout. Located mid-ship, they are close to all the action.

Oceanview (Category: OF)

These Oceanview Staterooms have room for up to four guests, with two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and additional bedding to accommodate two more guests. You'll also have a porthole to enjoy an awesome view. Some also can connect so your group can spread out even more.

Oceanview with Picture Window (Category: OA)

With room for up to four guests, these staterooms come with two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and additional bedding to accommodate two more guests, as well as a big picture window offering a great view. Traveling with family or friends? Some of these staterooms can connect so you can stay close.

Family Oceanview (Category: O4)

These Oceanview Staterooms are perfect for the family. They have room for up to four guests, with two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and additional bedding to accommodate two more. You'll also have a big picture window to enjoy the amazing view. Plus some can connect so you can spread out yet stay together.

Solo Oceanview (Category: OT)

These staterooms feature a large round window and a queen-size bed. Staterooms are priced exclusively for solo travelers.

Spacious staterooms feature a private balcony with floor-to-ceiling sliding-glass doors and a sitting area.

Sailaway Balcony (Category: BX)

A Sail Away Balcony stateroom guarantees a Balcony stateroom or better! Please note that the view from your balcony may be fully obstructed or partially obstructed. Your stateroom may be on any deck and assigned up to one day prior to embarkation.

Balcony (Category: BA)

With room for up to three guests, Norwegian Star Balcony Staterooms have two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and some feature additional bedding to accommodate one more. Along with a sitting area, floor-to-ceiling glass doors and a private balcony with an amazing view. Plus some can connect so you can spread out yet stay together.

Aft-Facing Balcony (Category: B1)

With room for up to three guests, these staterooms have two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and a single sofa bed to accommodate one more. Along with a sitting area, floor-to-ceiling glass doors and an aft-facing private balcony with a spectacular view.

Balcony (Category: BF)

Solo balcony (category: bt).

These spacious staterooms include a queen-size bed, sitting area and floor-to-ceiling glass doors that open onto a private balcony. Staterooms are priced exclusively for solo travelers.

Spacious suites and mini-suites feature private balcony and bath with shower. Suites feature butler and concierge service.

Sailaway Club Balcony Suite (Category: MX)

A Sail Away Club Balcony Suite stateroom guarantees a Club Balcony Suite stateroom or better! Your stateroom may be on any deck and assigned up to one day prior to embarkation.

Club Balcony Suite (Category: MB)

Norwegian Star Club Balcony Suites sleep up to four guests and feature two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed plus additional bedding to sleep two more guests as well as a sitting area, luxury bath with shower and bathtub, and amazing views from the private balcony.

Club Balcony Suite (Category: MA)

Forward-facing penthouse with large balcony (category: sf).

Step out onto your large, forward-facing balcony and enjoy the fresh air and magnificent views. Back inside, these Penthouses feature a queen-size bed, luxury bath with shower and bathtub, and a living and dining area. Plus concierge and butler service to fulfill your wishes. And some can connect to an Owner's Suite so you can sail in style with family or friends. Sleeps up to three.

Aft-Facing Penthouse with Large Balcony (Category: SM)

You will have the perfect romantic getaway in these Penthouses that sleep up to three guests. Includes a bedroom with queen-size bed and luxury bath with shower and bathtub, in addition to the living area and dining area. Because these are aft-facing, they offer an amazing view from the large balcony. Includes butler and concierge service.

Aft-Facing Penthouse with Balcony (Category: SN)

These stylish Penthouses include a bedroom with a queen-size bed, single sofa bed, luxury bath with a shower and bathtub, living and dining area, and unparalleled views from the aft-facing balcony. Plus you'll be spoiled with butler and concierge service.

Forward-Facing Deluxe Penthouse with Large Balcony (Category: SD)

Be the first to take in the spectacular views from the large, forward-facing balcony of these stylish Penthouses. Accommodates up to four guests and includes a queen-size bed, luxury bath with shower and bathtub, plus a comfortable living and dining area to relax in or enjoy a meal arranged by your butler.

Penthouse with Balcony (Category: SC)

Perfect for four guests, these Penthouses feature two lower beds that convert to a queen-size, double sofa bed, a sitting area that invites you to sit back and relax plus a private balcony to admire the ever-changing seascape. Enjoy being pampered by a butler and concierge too.

Family Suite (Category: SP)

Bring the whole gang because this suite sleeps up to six guests. It features two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed, a sofa bed and some with additional bedding to sleep two more. Everyone can hang out in the sitting area and there is a luxury bath with shower. Butler and concierge included.

Owner's Suite with Two Balconies (Category: S3)

The Owner's Suites with Two Balconies are great for up to four guests. They include a living room, dining room and separate bedroom with king-size bed. Along with a mini-bar, luxury bath with whirlpool tub and an amazing double balcony. Plus they can connect to a Balcony or Penthouse with Large Balcony so you can spread out yet stay together. Includes butler and concierge service.

2-Bedroom Deluxe Family Suite with Balcony (Category: S4)

With enough room for up to six people, these Penthouses are perfect if you want to bring the whole family. Includes a living area, dining area, separate bedroom with queen-size bed as well as a separate children's bedroom and a large private balcony so you can all enjoy the amazing view. They also can connect to a Mini-Suite so your group can spread out in style. Includes butler and concierge service.

Deluxe Owner's Suite (Category: S6)

Enjoy the magnificent views from the expansive wall of windows of these Suites that include a king-size bed and additional bedding to accommodate up to a total of six guests, luxury bath with Jacuzzi, sitting and dining areas and the indulgence of butler and concierge service.

3-Bedroom Garden Villa (Category: S1)

Norwegian Star Garden Villas accommodate up to seven guests. With three bedrooms, each with a king- or queen-size bed and luxury bath and shower, you have plenty of space to revel in. Also includes a living room, dining room as well as a private garden with hot tub, outdoor dining area and terrace to enjoy the beautiful view. Plus they can connect together so your group can spread out in luxury. Includes butler and concierge service.

Deluxe Owner's Suite with Two Balconies (Category: S2)

What's better than taking in the stunning views from one balcony? Enjoying them from two! These Deluxe Owner's Suites accommodate four guests and include a separate bedroom with king-size bed, luxury bath with whirlpool, guest bath, and a living and dining area. Plus you'll be pampered by butler and concierge service. They also can connect to a Balcony or Penthouse with Large Balcony.

• Ship Name: Norwegian Star
• Year Entered Present Fleet: 2001
• Ship Class: Dawn
• Maximum Capacity: 2,348
• Number of Passenger Decks: 11
• Number of Crew: 1,031
• Officers' Nationality: International
• Ocean-View without Balcony: 250
• Ocean-View with Balcony: 368
• Total Inside Staterooms: 385
• Tonnage (GRT): 91,740
• Capacity Based on Double Occupancy: 2,348
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Need some advice - just booked NCL Star Ireland cruise and having second thoughts

By GCS2000 , October 11, 2022 in Norwegian Cruise Line

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Booked the 10 day Ireland tour out of Southampton for May 2023.

I got sucked in by the itinerary, drink package, wifi and the BOGO air etc.

After spending the last 2 days reading, researching etc I am having second thoughts.

Lots of bad reviews about the ship, the service, the food and more.  And of course the BOGO air seems to be a nightmare.

The cruise came to $6900 for everything (no excursions of course).  We are not really drinkers (very rare) and the gratuities we are hit with for the bev package are high at $400 (218 x2) - highly unlikely we would get full advantage of this unfortunately.  Wifi is limited to 150 mins as well (which was misleading but no surprise there).  Excursion choices are VERY LIMITED which sucks since part of the deal was $50 off excursions each day.  I do have 3 of the AMEX NCL offers (maybe a 4th if I check with my brother-in-law so I save at least another $1050 netting out to $5850).  Not cheap of course.

With all the negativity I am reading I am actually very much considering cancelling.

FYI we are new to cruising only done 1 - RC to Alaska which was amazing in every way.  We have nothing substantial to complain about RCCL (bathroom sucked but that's about it)

Any comments you guys care to share are welcome.

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You'll be fine. I was on the Star in May and we had a great time. Ship is smaller, but sometimes that is nice. The crew was wonderful to us so no complaints there, and food is subjective but we had no issues there either.

We got lucky and had a band called Ice Bucket that played a lot of great rock & roll cover songs. We sang along with them every night they played. I don't think they're still on board, but there were other options too. 

Not sure what cabin type you're in at that price, but for a 10 day cruise it sounds decent to me. Airfare - again, you'll hear mixed reviews. But if you can't find anything cheaper on your own, with the international flights it can add up to a big cost savings. If you do find something better on your own before 60+ days out - call and cancel the NCL flights. You can't wait too long on that though because once they book you - you're stuck. The other option too - see if you can fly in 1 day early. Give yourself a day in London to explore and that will also save a little bit of money and take out the anxiety of flying in day of for an overseas trip. We've done the NCL air about 4x so far and have not yet had any issues at all with it.

Drinks - again, subjective to everyone's own preference. But if you can drink 2-3 drinks a day the charge for the gratuities works itself out in your favor. It adds up quick, mimosa for breakfast, beer at lunch, frozen drink near the pool, wine with dinner, cocktail before the shows.... Figure each drink on average is about $10. If you'd rather pay as you go, just cancel the drink package and you'll get that $400 back if you cancel before you sail. If you like to try new things and don't want to have to debate if it's 'worth it' to try that jalapeno mojito (it is, it's great) having the package lets you be adventurous and just enjoy your vacation.

It just depends on what you want out of your cruise.  Was on the Star (Iceland to London) in August.  It was port intensive so the ship was where I slept and ate. NCL air was as direct as possible when flying from my location from Oregon - Seattle to Reykjavik, London to LAX. Drink package is optional, just cancel if you don't drink.  Same with the dining package.

Staff rotates so every cruise is different. Food is subjective.

Excursions may be sold out, maybe more coming.

I cruise for the itinerary, so clean and functional are my priorities.  

Yes this cruise is port intensive as well we will basically only be on the boat at night to sleep or relax and eat breakfast and dinner.

Air concerns - it is a pretty big savings tbh (at least $1500+).  We would like to get the air info so we can see if the airline would let us upgrade to better seating since I know we will be in the cheapest worst seats but as I understand it that is hit or miss depending on airline and we won't know that info until 75 days from cruising date and it will be too late.

Drinks - yeah cancelling may make since just really surprised at how high the gratuities were especially on a "free" item.  On our last cruise I drank water and soda nothing else (mainly water) wife had mocktails, water, soda and that was all.  I guess its either eat the $400 gratuities and keep the package or pony up for the other beverage packages and their gratuities which my guess will be more than this.

Excursions - this is odd for sure.  They have 20 listed all but 3 are for the same port/day the 29th, the other 3 are all for the 25th.  There are none for any of the other port days.  This was never an issue on our RCCL cruise.  Granted I know we can book on our own outside of NCL as well but that $50 credit becomes pointless of course and we have to be sure that whatever tours we book will fit with our port timeframe. Just surprised by this 

15 minutes ago, Sailing12Away said: You'll be fine. I was on the Star in May and we had a great time. Ship is smaller, but sometimes that is nice. The crew was wonderful to us so no complaints there, and food is subjective but we had no issues there either. We got lucky and had a band called Ice Bucket that played a lot of great rock & roll cover songs. We sang along with them every night they played. I don't think they're still on board, but there were other options too.    Not sure what cabin type you're in at that price, but for a 10 day cruise it sounds decent to me. Airfare - again, you'll hear mixed reviews. But if you can't find anything cheaper on your own, with the international flights it can add up to a big cost savings. If you do find something better on your own before 60+ days out - call and cancel the NCL flights. You can't wait too long on that though because once they book you - you're stuck. The other option too - see if you can fly in 1 day early. Give yourself a day in London to explore and that will also save a little bit of money and take out the anxiety of flying in day of for an overseas trip. We've done the NCL air about 4x so far and have not yet had any issues at all with it. Drinks - again, subjective to everyone's own preference. But if you can drink 2-3 drinks a day the charge for the gratuities works itself out in your favor. It adds up quick, mimosa for breakfast, beer at lunch, frozen drink near the pool, wine with dinner, cocktail before the shows.... Figure each drink on average is about $10. If you'd rather pay as you go, just cancel the drink package and you'll get that $400 back if you cancel before you sail. If you like to try new things and don't want to have to debate if it's 'worth it' to try that jalapeno mojito (it is, it's great) having the package lets you be adventurous and just enjoy your vacation.

We are in a Club Balcony Suite - category MB as the wife has to have a tub which just means more money for me to spend lol.

if you have 2nd thoughts, you are within  the cancellation period with no penalties, so if you really dont want to go, call ncl and merely cancel.

we just got off the star last month, southampton to copenhagen, and it's not that bad. food was good, not great but good, atmosphere was fine,  if you go, chances are good you'll have an enjoyable adventure

www3traveler

NCL may not have finished getting contracts signed for the various shore excursion vendors.  More will be posted as your cruise gets closer.

Enjoy your cruise.

We sailed on the star pre shutdowns and really enjoyed the ship. It was a little lacking in food during day on the sea days but dining in evening had plenty of options. shows were good. Will be sailing on it again next year for iceland and greenland and looking forward to getting back on board. I know the circumstances are tough getting back to normal but im sure the staff will do thier best. I really enjoy the ncl drink package and its very convenient. 

sounds like you should cancel the drink package. 

12 hours ago, GCS2000 said: Yes this cruise is port intensive as well we will basically only be on the boat at night to sleep or relax and eat breakfast and dinner.   Air concerns - it is a pretty big savings tbh (at least $1500+).  We would like to get the air info so we can see if the airline would let us upgrade to better seating since I know we will be in the cheapest worst seats but as I understand it that is hit or miss depending on airline and we won't know that info until 75 days from cruising date and it will be too late.   Drinks - yeah cancelling may make since just really surprised at how high the gratuities were especially on a "free" item.  On our last cruise I drank water and soda nothing else (mainly water) wife had mocktails, water, soda and that was all.  I guess its either eat the $400 gratuities and keep the package or pony up for the other beverage packages and their gratuities which my guess will be more than this.   Excursions - this is odd for sure.  They have 20 listed all but 3 are for the same port/day the 29th, the other 3 are all for the 25th.  There are none for any of the other port days.  This was never an issue on our RCCL cruise.  Granted I know we can book on our own outside of NCL as well but that $50 credit becomes pointless of course and we have to be sure that whatever tours we book will fit with our port timeframe. Just surprised by this     

Once you have that record locator number, you can upgrade your seats (maybe not from coach to 1st, but at least to comfort plus) either on the airline's website or by calling them. Again, it all depends on the airline what options will be available, but they do use big name brands (AA is who we've always been assigned to).

They have a soda package for $10/day/pp. So if you don't want to pay $20 for (mostly) anything you want, then downgrade to the soda package for some savings. Or pay as you go. Still cheaper than what RCC charges as our one trip with them cost $59/day/pp.

For the excursions - you're still a LONG way away. My next trip is February and NCL just keeps changing our ports of call. So I have options for one port only, on a 15 day cruise. I'm not worried, more will open up - we're still many months away and I've only seen 'good' excursions book up and sell out in Alaska where space was limited for the glacier tours.

Go to the Roll Call Section of the Forum, scroll down to The Star and join the Roll Call for your cruise.  

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Excursions are generally limited this far out from your cruise.  More excursions should be available after the first of the year.  Our upcoming South America cruise was like that, some ports had no excursions listed until 3-4 months out.

European_CruiseGirl

On 10/12/2022 at 3:28 AM, www3traveler said: NCL may not have finished getting contracts signed for the various shore excursion vendors.  More will be posted as your cruise gets closer.   Enjoy your cruise.

This. You are way too early with the shore excursions 😊 Cruise lines usually make contracts with tour operators for one season at a time and for Europe I’d expect that season to be approx late April/early May - October. It will take until January-February until they have signed the summer contracts with the tour operators for summer 2023 season. You’ll get a good overview of what type of excursions are most likely to be available if you check via the NCL public webpages (shore excursions). They are just currently working on the details of the contracts and once those are signed the shore excursions are downloaded to myncl for booking. 

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