Just returned Sunday 11/23 from this 9 day Carribean cruise on the Jewel. To sum up our experience-A DISAPPOINTMENT. The itinerary is not the problem, but NCL. THis is our 6th cruise and 1st NCL cruise. For a first time cruiser, you probably won't know any better and won't be disappointed. The service is not up to par with other lines. The food was mediocre which I believe is to steer you to the eight paid restaraunts verses the 2 no charge dining halls. In the Garden buffet you can count on 3 staple deserts, banana bread, pound cake or jello--not very creative or exciting. The disembarkation...read full review »