NCL Pearl to Puerto Plata, Which side of ship to face Island, Port or starboard?

[VIKINGCRUISER]

I know this isn't a big deal of a question, but I always wanted to face the Island when I was on a cruise, so I'm asking if I should have a Port balcony room or starboard balcony room.

 

I know when I saw the Pearl in key west in January, her starboard side was against the pier.

 

Anyway, just curious.

 

Thank you

[Nilbog]

This really depends on several factors.  Things such as wind direction & speed, current direction & speed, whether there is anything mechanical that would make it preferable for one side or the other, the pilot's preference, the Captain's preference, all sorts of variables.  So, flip a coin and pick a side to book your cabin.  We've had cruises where we faced both in and out on the same cruise.

[VIKINGCRUISER]

OK Thank you. I didn't realize so much went into it.

[www3traveler]

1 hour ago, VIKINGCRUISER said:

OK Thank you. I didn't realize so much went into it.

The local Port Master has a say also.  It might also depend on how ships are scheduled to dock or anchor and their scheduled arrival and departure times.