Shadowmeboy's Norwegian Dawn Canada/New England Pictorial Review

[LeesaB]

That's too bad about Moderno.  I've been a bit underwhelmed about the actual quality/taste of the meat, but the sheer variety of food there has always made up for it.  Unless something is way undercooked - that's just gross.

[shadowmeboy]

19 hours ago, fastpitchdad said:

 

That was similar to my one and only experience with Moderno. 

 

We have gone to Moderno on at least 8 occasions, and never had this problem in meat quality/doneness. Hopefully it is a one -time occurrence on this one ship. I guess it will depend on what restaurants are offered on the ship we are sailing.

 

12 hours ago, david_sobe said:

I do agree paying attention to detail helps any company or business especially cruise lines.  I know the Dawn sails the Caribbean frequently but each boarding photo should reflect the itinerary you sail.  Its a tiny detail but just makes the boarding photo reflect the sailing.

I always thought Moderno was over-rated.  But not having a supervisor around is a sign of poor management.

 

As I mentioned above, first bad experience in Moderno. There were other little things that struck me on this cruise as being slightly off.

 

6 hours ago, LeesaB said:

That's too bad about Moderno.  I've been a bit underwhelmed about the actual quality/taste of the meat, but the sheer variety of food there has always made up for it.  Unless something is way undercooked - that's just gross.

 

It was way undercooked.

[gerry1.10]

Hi

 

Can you find out till when CD Richard Mattic will be on the ship?\

 

Thanks

 

[shadowmeboy]

1 minute ago, gerry1.10 said:

Hi

 

Can you find out till when CD Richard Mattic will be on the ship?\

 

Thanks

 

 

Maybe if I was one the ship, but this cruise took place in June.

[gerry1.10]

Oops. Thanks. He was on the ship in June right?

[shadowmeboy]

 

Looking down on the Atrium from deck 10 where our stateroom was.

 

 

So we missed breakfast in the MDR by like 10 minutes. MDR breakfast was open from 730a to 930a. On a Sea Day, I would want it open slightly later, especially if you are changing time zones like we did. Oh well, we headed to O'Sheehans Bar and Grill for breakfast.

 

 

Menu

 

 

Susan got a create Your Own Omelet and French Toast

 

 

I also got a create Your Own Omelet

 

Afterwards, we headed to the Cruise Critic Meet & Greet.

 

 

We had a light participation on our Roll Call, but had about 20 signup. 

 

 

Unfortunately, We had very light attendance, and the officers did not stick around even to introduce themselves, except the General Manager Tony Winkler.

 

 

 

List of Officers

 

Soapbox Time: Please be an active participant in your Roll Call and if you sign up to attend the Meet and Greet, that one of your fellow Cruise Critic members organize on their own time, please make it a point to show up and arrive on time. Plus, you often get to meet officers in a more casual environment and put a name to a face, in case you have a problem onboard. Rant over.

Edited July 17, 2019 by shadowmeboy

[shadowmeboy]

 

Dawn Casino

 

I headed up to the  stateroom to elevate my leg, because it was hurting so bad at this point. Plus there wasn't much going on that afternoon, and nothing I really wanted to do. A nap and elevation were in order.

 

Susan meanwhile attended a Sushi and Teppanyaki demonstration in the Atrium.

 

Later that afternoon, it was time to start getting ready for pictures and dinner. We got an invite to the VIP party, so that was also on tap. 

 

 

My beautiful Wife!

 

Tonight's professional pictures.

 

 

 

 

 

Captain's photo with Captain Borg.

 

 

 

 

 

 

This night was a great photo night!

 

 

Calm seas tonight. 

Edited July 17, 2019 by shadowmeboy

[shadowmeboy]

 

Dinner was at Los Lobos tonight

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Guacamole prepared tableside

 

 

[shadowmeboy]

 

Los Tacos Al Pastor 

 

 

Aguachile de Camarones (Shrimp Ceviche)

 

 

Tortilla Soup

 

 

Betabel Salad

 

 

Empanadas de Carne (Beef Empanadas)

 

 

Carne Asada

 

 

Burrito Rojo 

 

 

 

 

Los Tacos Al Pastor 

 

 

 

[shadowmeboy]

 

 

Bunuelos de La Abuela

 

 

Tres Leches Cake

 

 

Coconut Avocado Ice Cream with Dulce de Leche Sauce

 

 

Walking through the Garden Café.

 

 

Past the pool

 

 

 

 

Treats compliments of Tony Winkler - General Manager (Hotel Director)

 

 

Susan was excited about the robe they dropped off.

 

 

Plus the bath stuff!

 

We were tired and headed to bed. Halifax was on deck for tomorrow.

[shadowmeboy]

Day 3: Halifax, Nova Scotia

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Edited July 19, 2019 by shadowmeboy

[shadowmeboy]

 

Sailing into Halifax 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Time for breakfast! So we found out we got VIP perks, so we were able to go up to Moderno/Cagney's for breakfast and lunch.

 

 

 

Have I mentioned I love Eggs Benedict?

 

 

Halifax Port Photo

[shadowmeboy]

 

Pier 21 building

 

We were planning on going here later in the day if we had time. The first stop was supposed to be the citadel. Unfortunately, more pressing matters took precedence. We got in a cab and headed to the walk-in medical clinic at Scotia Square. After $100 CAD, a prescription antibiotic, and two hours, we were finally free with the diagnosis of a leg infection. They bandaged and wrapped my left leg and off we went. Trace had had a leg infection a bit more serious a few months prior and was still on the mend. So the joke became that we so alike that we had to have similar leg injuries. Needless to say, I wasn't feeling 100% and I would do as much as I could and that would have to suffice.

 

Once we were done with the clinic and pharmacy, we decided it was time for lunch and headed to the waterfront.

 

We decided on the Waterfront Warehouse for lunch.

 

 

Hi Lobsters! I am going to have some of you for lunch!

 

 

It was a little cool outside, so we sat inside!

 

 

 

Menu

 

 

 

Susan got Lobster Mac'N'Cheese

 

 

Trace, our non seafood lover, got a cheeseburger.

 

 

Quinoa Salad

 

 

'Lobster Roll for Matthew!!!!!!!

 

For Dessert, it was time to try the famous Beavertails!!!

 

 

 

We got the Triple Trip - Beavertail with Chocolate Hazelnut Spread (Nutella), Peanut Butter, and Reese's Pieces Candies. It was so good. Susan and I shared one!

 

Edited July 19, 2019 by shadowmeboy

[LeesaB]

7 hours ago, shadowmeboy said:

 

 

Halifax Port Photo 

 

At least the port photo is appropriately themed

[shadowmeboy]

14 minutes ago, LeesaB said:

 

At least the port photo is appropriately themed

 

I know, right!

[PortFees45]

The Canadian healthcare system seems so civilized. In America, even for a citizen, that visit probably would have cost you close to $1000 without insurance...or if you have insurance but haven't hit your deductible. 

[shadowmeboy]

1 minute ago, PortFees45 said:

The Canadian healthcare system seems so civilized. In America, even for a citizen, that visit probably would have cost you close to $1000 without insurance...or if you have insurance but haven't hit your deductible. 

 

very true. I was expecting more and was shocked when it was only that. A happy shocked that is.

[PortFees45]

Just now, shadowmeboy said:

 

very true. I was expecting more and was shocked when it was only that. A happy shocked that is.

Such a shame that our healthcare system is still controlled by for-profit insurance companies and the politicians in their pocket. 

[shadowmeboy]

Pausing from the review with this post.

 

I want to wish Susan a very Happy Birthday today.

 

 

This photo was taken boarding the Norwegian Bliss in Miami back in November.

 

We are going to a Seattle Mariners game tonight for her Birthday, so I do not know how much I will be able to post of Halifax till we get back tomorrow. I will be able to reply to questions and comments if you have any.

[LinnieRed]

Great review, as always. How did you get VIP privileges? 

[LeesaB]

Happy birthday Susan!

[purpleally]

5 hours ago, LinnieRed said:

Great review, as always. How did you get VIP privileges? 

I’m not shadowmeboy, obviously, but I asked this in the past, sometimes the person who organizes the meet and greet is given VIP privileges. Not always. A happy surprise when it happens. 

[purpleally]

Have a great time celebrating. 

Susan, your hard work is paying off - you look fantastic!

good call going to a clinic; I developed an infection on a Panama cruise which almost went septic.  Two thousand dollars later....thank you travel insurance!

[Nclgetawaymenhoney]

Thank you again for providing us a awesome in-depth review!  Much appreciated.

[Deb and Jack]

Happy birthday Susan, hope you have a great day!!