Norwegian Dawn

There is so much choice aboard Norwegian Dawn. Delve into Asian cuisine at Bamboo, where you can tuck into dishes like Cantonese scallops and pork & shrimp Singapore noodles, or even have your meal cooked in front of you at the teppanyaki section. The next night, try the steak or the seafood at Cagney’s for an authentic taste of American eating. The ship’s Venetian Restaurant boasts dishes prepared by master chefs, set in the elegant surroundings of classical Italian style. Try Moderno for eye-popping colour and Brazilian cuisine, or make for the Blue Lagoon food court for a bite to eat at any time of the day or night.

What would a great cruise holiday be without a fantastic place to set down your bags and call home? If affordability is the priority, book your stay in a stylish inside stateroom with room for up to four travellers and the option to combine your twin beds into one almighty queen-size bed. For a room with a view, opt for a modestly-sized stateroom with a picture window – or relax before a wide-open ocean vista in a balcony room with space for three. If you’re looking for luxury spend your time aboard in the sprawling enormity of an elegant owner’s suite, or choose the gargantuan three-bedroom Garden Villa. Here you’ll find a piano, a huge bathroom with wall-to-wall ocean views... and a private conservatory garden, complete with sun loungers and hot tub.

Go for a morning jog on the track up on the deck, or head to Port o’ Call cosmetics or the Galleria department store. Sporty travellers can get a good workout at the fitness centre or the basketball/volleyball court. Alternatively, head to the ship’s beautiful blue Dawn Club casino, to try your luck at roulette or the card tables. The ship’s Video Zone is filled with arcade games and simulators, and there’s also an internet café to catch up with friends at home.

Once night falls, take your seat in the cavernous Stardust Theater, with room for more than a thousand people all ready to enjoy some of the best stage shows on the ocean. When it comes to live entertainment, the Norwegian Dawn will spoil you for choice. Pick from a range of musicals, live comedy, party venues and even an acrobatic Bollywood show or a live murder mystery – all sure to give you some stories to tell once you head back home.

Those looking for a pampering can treat themselves to some time spent in the ship’s spa. The beautiful Oasis pool makes the perfect place to relax in the sun, surrounded by sun loungers and with an ice cream bar and a regular bar close by. Later, maybe head down to the ship’s Wine Cellar to try some outstanding bottles, with the option to buy the ones you like best. For good company, a comfortable chair and a good read, head to the ship’s library before you take a seat in the Havana Club – a haven for those who appreciate a good cigar.

There’s plenty for all the family to enjoy during their stay aboard the Norwegian Dawn. The ship’s dedicated Youth and Teen Centres give young people a place to relax around people their own age, complete with games consoles, dance floor, huge flatscreen TV and a cinema. Younger kids can have the time of their lives around the T-Rex pool, where they’ll find water slides and a paddling pool to run and scream around to their heart’s content. A nearby hot tub makes the perfect place for parents to watch from, safe in the knowledge that the kids will definitely sleep tonight.