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Day 1-5Cruise from Tampa and back
Day 1
Cruise departs from Tampa
26 Mar 2026
Departs at: 4 pm
Busch Gardens
Florida Aquarium
Ybor City
Located on Tampa Bay in Florida, the bustling city of Tampa is known for its variety of museums, theme parks and other extraordinary offerings. In particular, its popular due to its theme park Busch Gardens, the Florida Aquarium and the bustling neighbourhood Ybor City.
Unwind in paradise on Norwegian’s private island in the Bahamas, where crystal-clear waters, sandy beaches, and tropical beauty await.
Day 4
At Sea
29 Mar 2026
Day 5
Tampa
30 Mar 2026
Arrives at: 7 am
Busch Gardens
Florida Aquarium
Ybor City
Located on Tampa Bay in Florida, the bustling city of Tampa is known for its variety of museums, theme parks and other extraordinary offerings. In particular, its popular due to its theme park Busch Gardens, the Florida Aquarium and the bustling neighbourhood Ybor City.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks from the buffet and main dining restaurants are all included. Meals from the specialty dining restaurants are additional.
Accommodation
Your cabin is included in the price of the cruise.
Port Fees & Taxes
No surprises. All port fees and taxes are included in the price.
Extras
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi is not included as standard but if you upgrade to the Free at Sea fare the first two guests can enjoy up to 150 minutes of Wi-Fi access.
Drinks
Some teas, coffees and soft drinks will be included but alcoholic drinks are extra. Upgrade to the "Free at sea" fare to get the Premium Drinks package or alternatively add one of the other packages after booking.
Premium Plus Drink Package$138.00 Per passenger, per day
Premium Drink Package
Unlimited Soda Package$9.95 Per passenger, per day
Unlimited Starbucks® Package$12.95 Per passenger, per day
Tips
Guests will be charged between $20-25 per person per day for gratuities/service charges. These can be paid for before or after the cruise.
Excursions
If you would like to do any excursions/tours while docked these will be an additional charge. Excursions/tours can’t currently be booked with us online but please contact us after you have made the booking if you would like to add these to your package. Alternatively these can be bought while on the ship but may be more expensive than pre-booking.
Parking
Car parking at the port or airport for the duration of your trip is not included within the price of the cruise. Port/airport parking can’t currently be booked with us online but please contact us after you have made the booking if you would like to add this to your package. An approximate cost for parking is between £12 - £20 per car per day. Alternatively we can arrange transfers from your home to the departure airport/port.
Insurance
Insurance is not included in your package. We've partnered with Holiday Extras. They have 40 years of experience and offer excellent insurance cover for your holiday. Their flexible policies offer cruise-specific cover, so you can rest assured that you are completely covered when you go away. Get a Holiday Extras insurance quote
Transfers (home to port)
Transfers from your home to the port or airport aren't included but we can help organise coach transfers, taxis etc to make your life easier. Please contact us after you have made the booking if you would like to add these to your package.
Visa
Visas are not provided by us or the cruise operator. Visas and other travel documents have to be obtained by the individual passengers prior to sailing.
We've partnered with The Travel Visa Company for all your visa needs. They will be able to provide tailored advice and for a fee, assist with arranging your documents.
Ship Facilities
Norwegian Star - By Norwegian Cruise Line
Family friendlyGood for couplesOver 50sInformalLarge Ship
Year: 01/01/2001
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Refurbished: 2018
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14 Decks
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Max capacity: 2348 people
To book an accessible cabin, please give us a call
020 3991 1166
Iglu Cruise customer reviews for Norwegian Star
4.0
Based on 83 reviews
Cabin
4
Service
4
Excursions
4
Dining
4
Activities
4
Value for money
4
Entertainment
4
Cabin was very small, smaller than any other cruise we've been on. The complimentary buffet and restaurant food was diabolical. I tried to have a beef Cury once and couldn't even cut the meat with my knife, let alone eat it, there was no seasoning at all, everything was cold, Luke warm if you were lucky. They wouldn't cook a fried egg at breakfast in the buffet station. they'd cook broken eggs for omelettes but wouldn't cook a whole egg. They gave my husband a can of beer but wouldn't give a can of lemonade, they said they had to poor it into a cup !!!!!!! Entertainment was very hit and miss. There was literally nothing put in place for Christmas and New Year. They had a party on the deck for New Year, nothing in the restaurants, nothing anywhere, very, very poor. The only thing that saved this cruise were the crew were brilliant and we met some great cruisers, all saying the same about the food. You had to use the specialty restaurants to get a decent meal and that meant spending more money, what a surprise !!!. We have always rated NCL but if the had been our first experience of them we would not be cruising with them again, In fact, we still may choose not to cruise with them again because of this poor experience.
couple
2-5 cruises
20 Jan 2026
Restaurant food excellent, buffer mediocre.
All staff superb apart from two men on the customer service desk who didn’t want to be there.
Organisation poor eg tenders (appalling), no ship wide announcements (nothing in breakfast).
Cruise Director didn’t engage with guests.
No ‘lectures’ or even info about next port of call.
Theatre entertainment mediocre.
No ‘index’ of films on stateroom tv and those shown were on repeat and limited.
Stateroom & balcony small, cabin shower-room cramped due to poor layout.
couple
6-10 cruises
21 Nov 2025
The itinerary for this cruise was good. Unfortunately due to the weather it was unable to dock in the first 2 ports so more time was spent onboard. There seemed to be no contingency plans for activities for this extra time onboard. The buffet food was below expectations based on other Norwegian cruises we have experienced. However the food in the complimentary dining rooms was fine. Our cabin was clean and as expected with a visit everyday from our cabin attendant. On the whole the staff worked very hard.
couple
6-10 cruises
3 Nov 2025
NCL everything is an extra
anything on the ship even basics like water has to be paid for and then USA taxes applied despite buying the goods tax paid in Europe
All offers and prices are subject to change and availability at time of enquiry. Prices are based on two passengers sharing unless otherwise stated and are subject to the Tour Operator's terms and conditions. Cabin and Flight supplements may apply. Other supplements may apply in addition to the price shown above. Flight details, timings and routing may be subject to alteration. Other tour operator charges may also apply. Any Onboard Spending money or drinks package value shown will be per cabin, again based on two sharing.
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Located on Tampa Bay in Florida, the bustling city of Tampa is known for its variety of museums, theme parks and other extraordinary offerings. In particular, its popular due to its theme park Busch Gardens, the Florida Aquarium and the bustling neighbourhood Ybor City.
Spanning an incredible 335 acres, Busch Gardens in Tampa Bay has an Asian and African theme. An animal park and theme park operated by SeaWorld, it's filled with fun attractions including the Cheetah Run rollercoaster, and animals from around the world.
Florida Aquarium
Located in the downtown area of Tampa, the Florida Aquarium spans 250,000 square feet and is home to thousands of tropical fish, sharks and other marine life. Whilst at the aquarium, you can spend your time wondering around the different exhibits and can even opt to purchase one of the extra experiences; which include the likes of penguin encounters and wild dolphin cruises.
Ybor City
The vibrant neighbourhood of Ybor City boasts a wide selection of fascinating vintage shops, boutiques, and Latin American/Cuban eateries. There's even a mall with all the amenities you'll require, including bars and a cinema.
At Sea
At Sea
While sailing between destinations, you’ll have time to take a moment and enjoy everything your cruise ship has to offer; with stunning food prepared with the freshest ingredients, fantastic entertainment opportunities, and plenty of places to lounge around, an enjoyable day at sea awaits!
Great Stirrup Cay
Great Tides Waterpark (Coming Summer 2026)
Underwater Snorkel Garden
Silver Cove
Vibe Shore Club (Coming Summer 2026)
Great Stirrup Cay
Overview
Description
Inclusions
Features
Things To Do
Things To Know
Time at Port: from 7 AM to 5 PM (day Day 3)
Description
An idyllic island paradise in the Caribbean, owned by Norwegian Cruise Line, Great Stirrup Cay boasts picturesque white-sand beaches, a wide array of attractions and activities to enjoy, and everything you could possibly want from a private island destination in the Bahamas. Whether you’re looking for active adventures like zip-lining or kayaking, somewhere to sit and soak up the sunshine with a refreshing cocktail, or more opportunities to observe the local marine life in its natural habitat, Great Stirrup Cay has you covered. That’s not all you have to look forward to, though, when it comes to this incredible destination. Throughout the second half of 2025, this sensational private island destination will see the Great Life Lagoon heated pool area and kids’ Splash Harbor introduced alongside even more places to rest and relax – and a two-ship pier, meaning even more cruisers can come and enjoy the facilities and attractions here. Then, through summer 2026, Great Stirrup Cay will see the adults-only Vibe Shore Club area introduced alongside the sports-focused Horizon Park and remarkable Great Tides Waterpark. With the latter boasting 19 waterslides among the attractions, it’s safe to say that there’s going to be a lot of fun to be had during a day at Great Stirrup Cay.
Boasting a unique dynamic river experience, something that aims to add a little excitement to what lazy rivers typically offer, and 19 waterslides to tackle in the sunshine, the Great Tides Waterpark at Great Stirrup Cay is going to be an aquatic adventure unlike anything else out there. Opening summer 2026, this awesome attraction will also feature an expansive splash zone for younger visitors, swim-up bars to grab refreshments from, and numerous well-located cabanas to unwind in. If you’re looking for some splash-tastic fun in the sunshine, this is the ultimate way to enjoy your time in Great Stirrup Cay.
Underwater Snorkel Garden
See Great Stirrup Cay a new way, from underwater! This snorkeling activity is perfect for nature lovers, with the chance to see an array of tropical fish in Norwegian Cruise Line's specially created underwater sculpture garden.
Silver Cove
Available at an additional cost, the exclusive Silver Cove offers villas, complete with an array of amenities, including access to the Silver Cove area which has a restaurant, bars and a spa.
Vibe Shore Club (Coming Summer 2026)
An exclusive adults-only area in Great Stirrup Cay, Vibe Shore Club is an elegant ocean-front destination boasting a chic ambience. Here, you’ll find a private bar area with refreshments ready, hanging day beds for soaking up the sunshine, and premium lounge seating ideal for socialising. Opening by summer 2026, purchasing a day pass for this destination won’t disappoint; it’s the ultimate way to escape while enjoying everything Great Stirrup Cay has to offer. You’ll be a stone’s throw from all the incredible attractions and activities here, while still far enough away from the kids’ areas to enjoy a little peace and quiet.
At Sea
At Sea
While sailing between destinations, you’ll have time to take a moment and enjoy everything your cruise ship has to offer; with stunning food prepared with the freshest ingredients, fantastic entertainment opportunities, and plenty of places to lounge around, an enjoyable day at sea awaits!
Tampa
Busch Gardens
Florida Aquarium
Ybor City
Tampa
Overview
Description
Inclusions
Features
Things To Do
Things To Know
Time at Port: from 7 AM to 4 PM (day Day 5)
Description
Located on Tampa Bay in Florida, the bustling city of Tampa is known for its variety of museums, theme parks and other extraordinary offerings. In particular, its popular due to its theme park Busch Gardens, the Florida Aquarium and the bustling neighbourhood Ybor City.
Spanning an incredible 335 acres, Busch Gardens in Tampa Bay has an Asian and African theme. An animal park and theme park operated by SeaWorld, it's filled with fun attractions including the Cheetah Run rollercoaster, and animals from around the world.
Florida Aquarium
Located in the downtown area of Tampa, the Florida Aquarium spans 250,000 square feet and is home to thousands of tropical fish, sharks and other marine life. Whilst at the aquarium, you can spend your time wondering around the different exhibits and can even opt to purchase one of the extra experiences; which include the likes of penguin encounters and wild dolphin cruises.
Ybor City
The vibrant neighbourhood of Ybor City boasts a wide selection of fascinating vintage shops, boutiques, and Latin American/Cuban eateries. There's even a mall with all the amenities you'll require, including bars and a cinema.
Premium Plus Drink Package
$138.00 Per passenger, per day
An upgrade of the Premium Drink Package included with the Free At Sea Plus fare. This package enhances your cruise experience both onboard and at Great Stirrup Kay with a wider range of choice and premium options.
How to book
If not opting for the NCL Free At Sea or Free At Sea Plus fare options which have the relevant drinks package included, you can also purchase your desired drinks packages during booking, via the NCL portal up to 3 days prior to sailing, or onboard during the first 48 hours of your cruise.
Included
Beers
Wines
Champagne by glass
Soft Drinks
Sparkling Or Still Bottled Water
Energy Drinks
Any Beverages From Starbucks Store
Cocktails
Spirits
Fresh Fruit Juices
Excluded
Drinks ordered via Room Service
Mini Bar Items
Drinks provided via self-service or vending machines
Terms and Conditions
Please note: from March 2026, shipboard drinks packages will no longer be honoured when visiting Great Stirrup Cay in the Bahamas.
You must be at least 21 years of age at time of sailing to purchase any alcoholic package and to consume alcohol. See the terms of our guest alcohol policy.
Applicable to guests 1-8 on the reservation for the entire length of the cruise. If 3-8 guest is under 21 years of age, Premium Plus Beverage Package does not apply, and soda package will not be given as a substitution.
Packages may not be shared and are non-transferable and non-refundable.
Eligible guests are entitled to two beverages per person per transaction.
All beverages included in the Unlimited Open Bar Package plus, top-shelf spirit brands, cocktails, beer and wine by the glass, select bottles of wine and champagne, Starbucks coffee and speciality drinks, bottled water, energy drinks and BioSteel sports drink selections.
Includes unlimited fountain soda, freshly squeezed juice, bottled water (still and sparkling), energy drinks, non-alcoholic beer, wine dispensers, and speciality coffee.
A 40% discount will be given on non-select bottles of wine (champagne and sparkling included), Wine and Spirit Experiences, Connoisseur Collection beverages, tastings, and flights purchased onboard.
Does not include room service, mini bar purchases, vending machines, or pre-cruise wine bottle purchases, or Connoisseur Collection beverages.
Package can be used in onboard restaurants, lounges, bars, and Great Stirrup Cay.
Offer is not applicable on Harvest Caye, sailings that are two (2) days or less, on selected charters, or on Pride of America.
Brand availability may vary by ship and season.
A 20% gratuity and beverage service charge will be added to all package purchases.
Guest's cheque may reflect applicable VAT and/or taxes for certain ports or itineraries.
No substitute for package if guest cannot consume all beverages included.
Other terms and conditions may apply.
Please note that rates are subject to change at any time at the discretion of Norwegian Cruise Line.
Premium Drink Package
Premium Drink Package
Also previously known as the "Unlimited Open Bar" package, enjoy a wide selection both onboard and at Great Stirrup Cay. This package contains select premium cocktails, spirits, beers and wines by the glass under $15 USD. If you have booked the Free At Sea package, this drinks package is already included.
How to book
If not opting for the NCL Free At Sea or Free At Sea Plus fare options which have the relevant drinks package included, you can also purchase your desired drinks packages during booking, via the NCL portal up to 3 days prior to sailing, or onboard during the first 48 hours of your cruise.
Included
Beers
Wines
Soft Drinks
Fruit Juice
Cocktails
Spirits
Excluded
Drinks ordered via Room Service
Drinks provided via self-service or vending machines
Mini Bar Items
Terms and Conditions
Please note: from March 2026, shipboard drinks packages will no longer be honoured when visiting Great Stirrup Cay in the Bahamas.
You must be at least 21 years of age at time of sailing to purchase any alcoholic package and to consume alcohol. See the terms of our guest alcohol policy.
Applicable to guests 1-8 on the reservation for the entire length of the cruise. If 3-8 guest is under 21 years of age, Unlimited Open Bar Package does not apply, and soda package will not be given as a substitution.
Packages may not be shared and are non-transferable and non-refundable.
Eligible guests are entitled to two beverages per person per transaction.
Includes premium spirit brands, cocktails, beer, soda, juices, and wines by the glass up to $15 value.
Any items over $15 USD will receive an $15 USD discount and the guest will be charged the difference to their account.
A 20% discount will be given on non-select bottles of wine (champagne and sparkling included), Wine and Spirit Experiences, Connoisseur Collection beverages, tastings and flights purchased on board.
Does not include Wine and Spirit Experiences, tastings or flights, Starbucks, Ice Bars, room service, package sales, bottled water, ship specific promotions, Connoisseur Collection beverages, bottled wine, mini bar purchases, fresh squeezed juices, wine dispenser, energy drinks or vending machines.
Guests who receive the Soda Package may obtain fountain soda and juices at any bar, lounge, or restaurant throughout the duration of the cruise, excluding Harvest Caye bars, restaurants, or venues.
Offer is not applicable on Harvest Caye, sailings that are two (2) days or less, on selected charters, or on Pride of America.
Brand availability may vary by ship and season.
A 20% gratuity and beverage service charge will be added to all package purchases.
Guest's cheque may reflect applicable VAT and/or taxes for certain ports or itineraries.
No substitute for package if guest cannot consume all beverages included.
Other terms and conditions may apply.
Please note that rates are subject to change at any time at the discretion of Norwegian Cruise Line.
Unlimited Soda Package
$9.95 Per passenger, per day
With this package you can enjoy an endless stream of soda for the duration of your cruise. This package includes: Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Ginger Ale, Tonic Water, Fanta and Soda Water.
How to book
If not opting for the NCL Free At Sea or Free At Sea Plus fare options which have the relevant drinks package included, you can also purchase your desired drinks packages during booking, via the NCL portal up to 3 days prior to sailing, or onboard during the first 48 hours of your cruise.
Included
Sodas
Excluded
Drinks ordered via Room Service
Mini Bar Items
Drinks provided via self-service or vending machines
Terms and Conditions
Please note: from March 2026, shipboard drinks packages will no longer be honoured when visiting Great Stirrup Cay in the Bahamas.
Unlimited Starbucks® Package
$12.95 Per passenger, per day
Enjoy your favourite Starbucks drinks with this package, whether it be coffees, teas, or any other of their specialty drinks.
How to book
If not opting for the NCL Free At Sea or Free At Sea Plus fare options which have the relevant drinks package included, you can also purchase your desired drinks packages during booking, via the NCL portal up to 3 days prior to sailing, or onboard during the first 48 hours of your cruise.
Included
Any Beverages From Starbucks Store
Excluded
Canned Sodas
Bottled Water
Terms and Conditions
Please note: from March 2026, shipboard drinks packages will no longer be honoured when visiting Great Stirrup Cay in the Bahamas.
Must be at least 18 years of age at time of sailing to purchase.
Package must be purchased by all qualifying individuals residing in the stateroom or additional staterooms under the same method of payment for the entire length of the cruise.
Package may not be shared and are non-transferable and non-refundable. Eligible guests are entitled to one beverage per person per transaction.
Includes all coffee, tea and RefreshersTM beverages by the cup.
Excludes canned drinks, bottled drinks, food and merchandise.
Beverage selection is subject to change onboard.
Guest's cheque may reflect applicable VAT and/or taxes for certain ports or itineraries.
Package can be used in onboard restaurants, lounges, bars and Great Stirrup Cay.
Offer is not applicable on Harvest Caye, nor sailings that are two (2) days or less.
A 20% gratuity will be added to all package purchases. No substitute for package if guest cannot consume all beverages included.
Package price is subject to change.
Other terms and conditions may apply.
AI review summary
Crew
Customers expressed satisfaction with the crew, describing them as lovely, friendly, and exceptional. (Common opinion)
Service
Based on many customers, the service provided by Iglu was excellent and highly praised throughout the reviews.
Cruise
Many customers remarked that the cruise was excellent, brilliant, wonderful, and the best they've ever had.
Entertainment
Many customers raved about the entertainment, describing it as non-stop, excellent, and exceptional.
Food
A substantial number of customers stated that the food on the ship was excellent and they would buy it again.