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Tampa Bay is a lively port city located off the beautiful Gulf Coast of Central Florida. Ripe for exploration, Tampa is a great location to spend a couple of days before or after your cruise.
The Ybor City district is alive with history, shopping and fine dining. Thrill seekers can head to Busch Gardens, home to spectacular roller coasters guaranteed to get your heart racing and no trip to Tampa is complete without discovering why its beaches are consistently ranked among the best in the country.
Ships will dock at the Port Tampa Bay cruise terminal.
When it comes to the award-winning entertainment on board our ships, you won't believe your eyes or even your ears. Journey from the gritty streets of New Jersey to glamour and international fame with Jersey Boys. Put on your dancing shoes for Footloose. From hit Broadway musicals to buzzworthy original shows, discover the best entertainment at sea with Norwegian.
Nestled in the Bahama’s Berry Island chain is a 250-acre uninhabited paradise waiting for you. Great Stirrup Cay is a private retreat designed specifically for cruise guests enjoyment. Ships will anchor offshore and tenders will be provided to the shore.
Top Things to Do in Great Stirrup Cay:
- go on a wave runner guided tour
- visit Stingray City Bahamas
- go parasailing
- swim with the pigs at Treasure Island
- hire a cabana to relax in
- kayak the turquoise waters
When you cruise with Norwegian Cruise Line you'll have plenty of great places to shop. Whether you are looking to splurge on yourself at one of our onboard boutiques or you want to shop for gifts for your friends and family on shore, our friendly staff will help you find exactly what you are looking for. Check your Freestyle Daily for shopping seminars, special sales and more on shopping while you cruise with us.
Tampa Bay is a lively port city located off the beautiful Gulf Coast of Central Florida. Ripe for exploration, Tampa is a great location to spend a couple of days before or after your cruise.
The Ybor City district is alive with history, shopping and fine dining. Thrill seekers can head to Busch Gardens, home to spectacular roller coasters guaranteed to get your heart racing and no trip to Tampa is complete without discovering why its beaches are consistently ranked among the best in the country.
Ships will dock at the Port Tampa Bay cruise terminal.
Life Onboard Norwegian Gem
Brimming with varied dining, entertainment and accommodation options, Norwegian Gem is your perfect home at sea. Read more
Take things at your own pace with no set dining times, no pre-assigned seating, and the flexibility to follow your own schedule. Read more
Workout or wind down. Unwind your body and your mind with options for relaxation, indulgence and exercise on board Norwegian Gem. Read more
Dine how you want, when you want. Dress up, dress down. Sit with old friends or new. It’s all about choice on Norwegian Gem. Read more
From top to bottom and from bow to stern Norwegian Gem is packed with activities to suit all travelers. Read more
Norwegian Gem brings you a host of entertainment choices that will have you captivated night after night. Read more
Norwegian Star Reviews (1) Most Recent 'Norwegian Star' Reviews
Our suites on the Norwegian Star were spacious, but no walk in shower. The drinks package was great, my son using it more than me. I couldn't get a cappuccino but I could get Irish Coffee. However a few days before the end of the cruise, I wasn't feeling well and saw the ship's doctor. The staff were brilliant but I ended up with an U.S.$11,000 bill. I purchased travel insurance but am not looking forward to trying to get some of my money back. In conclusion, it is a long way away but worth seeing. Three degrees in Greenland was fine, no breeze. It felt colder in Sydney when we got off the plane. The food, entertainment and staff were outstanding. The fruit was beautiful. We spent two days in Reykjavik before getting on the boat and another day before we left. Expensive, but ask for a double room not king. Warm clothing, sensible shoes.
Excursions are expensive, but worth it. I paid $600 each for a six hour trip. It included a fish salting factory then onto the boat where we tried to find a whale. There are more off the east coast of Australia at the moment. Fishing rods then came out and soon large cod were being caught. Back into the harbour where the fish were cooked then up the road to a local restaurant for lunch. All up, I felt it was good value. I am not well off and my son came with me to help out. The only negatives are the amount I have been slugged by the on board medical centre, but I was concerned as to how I would handle the flights home and the shower in my suite not being accessible as it was over a bath. Support Greenland and Iceland and try the Irish coffee!
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NCL Worldwide (2025-27)
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