NCL Jade Mexican Riviera Day THREE | Cabo San Lucas
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I cannot overstate how disappointing the tender experience was.
This was a great excursion. It was highly worth the money.
They did hold the ship for us.
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On Day 3 of our Mexican Riviera cruise on the Norwegian Jade, we arrive in beautiful Cabo San Lucas! Today is full of highs and lows—from discovering a "secret" viewing deck for arrival to dealing with a frustrating tender situation. But the real adventure begins when I book a Sunset Sail excursion that ends exactly at the "All Aboard" time. We are putting NCL’s promise to the test: If you book through the cruise line, will they actually hold the ship for you, or will we be stuck in Mexico? Join me for an honest look at Cabo, the tender process, and a nerve-wracking race back to the Jade! In This Video: Arrival in Cabo: Finding the best secret spot on the ship to watch the sunrise and arrival. The Tender Truth: Why NCL’s decision to use their own lifeboats instead of local tenders made for a hot, cramped, and unpleasant experience. Port Guide: Walking the Cabo Marina, dealing with aggressive vendors, and finding the Puerto Paraiso mall to cool down. The Risky Excursion: We booked the "Sunset Sails" tour ($159) which is scheduled to return at 6:00 PM—the exact same time as the final All Aboard. Dining Review: Dinner at the Grand Pacific main dining room, where I had to send back the Bang Bang Chicken but enjoyed the New York Strip. Timestamps: 00:00 - Arrival in Cabo San Lucas & Morning Routine 02:23 - Buffet Breakfast Views 04:30 - The "Secret" Deck 15 Viewing Spot 06:00 - The Famous Arches of Cabo 08:00 - The Tender Disaster (Lifeboats vs. Local Boats) 09:00 - Exploring the Cabo Marina & Vendors 14:45 - The Risky Excursion: Will We Miss the Ship? 16:50 - The Race Back to the Port 17:40 - Did NCL Wait For Us? The Verdict 19:33 - Dinner Review: Grand Pacific (Hits & Misses) 21:40 - Late Night Pizza & Sail Away About The Sail Away: I’m sharing honest reviews, ship tours, and daily vlogs to help you plan your next cruise vacation. Focusing on Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), I cover everything from solo cruising to dining guides and shore excursions. Subscribe for Day 4 in La Paz! #NCLJade #CaboSanLucas #CruiseVlog #NorwegianCruiseLine #CruiseFails #SoloCruiser #MexicanRiviera