Norwegian
Dawn
December 16-18, 2002
Christening 'Sneak Preview' Cruise
by Linda Coffman
The "Berth" of a New
Dawn—NORWEGIAN
DAWN (part 2)
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Dawn Club Casino ~ |
Public
Areas
She's bright, she's glamorous, and she's dazzling! Most of all, though,
Norwegian Dawn is open and expansive. Even so, the intimate size and
nature of many public rooms belie her size. It is easy to forget there
are over 2,000 other guests on board!
The
Grand Atrium hums with activity as guests sip specialty coffee at the
Java Café, shop in the boutiques, and discuss tour options with the
Shore Excursion staff. A second, and smaller atrium is surrounded by
Bamboo on one deck, while one deck below, Gatsby's Champagne Bar
anchors the entries to Impressions Restaurant, the Wine Cellar,
Havana Club
(for cigar aficionados), and Le Bistro French Restaurant. These rooms
each have a distinctive style, reflected in their decor.
Other
spots to freestyle the nights away should appeal to a wide
array of tastes... the rollicking Pearly Kings Pub, the sophisticated
Star Bar and its
piano melodies, Dazzles Nightclub, and the Spinnaker Lounge for
dancing. How about trying to tempt and trick "lady luck" in
the Dawn Club Casino?
Reminiscent
of a European opera house with its red and gold color scheme, the Stardust Theater is one of the most
beautiful at sea. Theater style seating is made even more
comfortable by air conditioning vents built into the seat backs. With
the exception of the last row of the top balcony, sightlines are good
throughout. It's a grand setting for the lavish production
shows presented on its proscenium stage.
Finally,
there are meeting rooms, a well stocked library, card room, reading room, chapel,
and a real cinema—a treat for guests who enjoy watching
first-run movies in a big screen environment.
For
Your Active Lifestyle
Follow
the soothing sounds of the waterfall in a third mini-atrium to the El
Dorado Spa. Staffed by the acclaimed Mandara Spa, it boasts a full menu of
salon treatments and spa indulgences, plus a Juice Bar. For those who consider perspiration a sign
of good health,
the Norwegian Dawn's 24-hour fitness center sports state-of-the art equipment
and a wide range of classes
taught by certified instructors. For sheer serenity, the El Dorado Spa
sports a myriad of watery delights. With sister-ship Norwegian Star, the Norwegian Dawn
shares the distinction of having the world's longest cruise ship indoor lap
pools...
following a swim, relaxation is king here. Try a sauna, steam bath,
the therapy pool, or Jacuzzi (all complimentary). Then lie back on a
chaise lounge and watch the lights overhead turn from white to blue—ecstasy!
Joggers
are sure to admire the unique wall murals while doing their laps on the
wrap-around Promenade Deck. If sunning is your thing, the Oasis Pool
has ample deck chairs on terraced landings.
The
Norwegian Dawn Experience
From the refined Gatsby's Champagne Bar to
ale and darts in The Pearly Kings Pub, Norwegian Star's Freestyle Cruising
should satisfy the tastes of even the most discriminating passenger. Whether
you're a Couch
Potato or a Type "A" Personality, there's a little something to appeal
to everyone. When you're not ashore exploring the ports of call, if nothing
appeals to you, there's always your private balcony, a quiet corner to read,
or a deck chair from which to contemplate the sea.
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T Rex Kid's Center ~ |
Parents
can relax, knowing their children are well entertained in the "Kid's Crew Program"
at T Rex Kid's Center. Children are also well fed from one of
the special menus designed to suit even the finickiest junior
passengers. Families have the flexibility to dine at their own table or mom and
dad can savor a "Night Out" while their youngsters are having a pillow
fight at a pajama party. Teenagers, always difficult to please, can opt to participate in a
wide range of sports, dance parties, and entertainment options or simply "do
their own thing" with new-found pals in the Video Zone or Teen Club with
its coke bar and 50's diner style decor.
What
You WILL Find:
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Abundant choices
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Tasty meals, creatively
presented
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Service by an attentive staff
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Activities
to suit a wide range of interests for all ages
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Freestyle Cruising
"Active Decompression" lifestyle & enrichment programs,
including personal finance seminars, cooking, mountain biking and computer
classes, and genealogy discussions
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Well
stocked duty free shops and a "department store"
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A
chapel for weddings, marriage renewal of vows ceremonies, and religious
celebrations
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Numerous
connecting staterooms and suites for families
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Huge,
well-equipped areas for children, including T-Rex Kid's Center and T-Rex Kid's Pool with water slides
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Duvets
on supremely comfortable beds
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Children
under two sail at no charge with two or more paying guests
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Concierge
and butler service for suite guests
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The
very best entertainment afloat, presented by the Jean Ann Ryan Company and
guest performers
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Theme
evenings
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Gratuities are automatically
added to all accounts, but can be adjusted as deemed appropriate
What
You WON'T Find:
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A self-service laundry
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Structured dress codes
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Rigid dining schedules
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Boredom
Fast Stats
A Carefree Spirit
Permeates Norwegian Dawn
The art-filled and artful
Norwegian Dawn is set to sail weekly cruises year-round from New
York to the Bahamas and Florida. With the ability to make 25
knots, her guests can expect a swift transition from New York City to
balmy sunshine and a full day in each port of call—Port
Canaveral (Orlando), Miami,
Nassau, and Great Stirrup Cay, NCL's private Bahamian island.
