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NCL Gem - 11-Day Panama Canal Cruise - Day 9 Update - Harvest Caye, Belize Excursion Day

Cruising with D and E
Cruising with D and E
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❤️ Best for CoupleCaribbean · 11 nightsVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

we had a great time and enjoyed learning about their culture

it was a thumbs up it was a thumbs up

we were very impressed with NCL the friendliness of not only the crew but the officers and the management

if you do go on a cruise once it's a any you can see the excursions it's best to look at them and make your decision and book as I already as you possibly can

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book excursions as early as possible on the app to avoid popular ones filling up
Check with the excursion desk on embarkation day for last-minute availability
Choose seats by the window on the ferry for breeze and comfort

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Booking excursions too late and missing preferred optionsBook excursions as soon as possible on the app or check the excursion desk on embarkation day for availability

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the Mayan Culture and Medicine Trail excursion like in Belize?
QHow do you book excursions effectively on a cruise?
QWhat are some tips for the ferry ride to the mainland?

Topics Covered

Service Crew4½ Happy BaconExcursions4 Happy BaconEntertainment Shows2½ Happy BaconEntertainment Activities3½ Happy BaconShip Condition4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Belize City3½ Happy Bacon
Harvest Caye4 Happy Bacon
Top: Mayan Culture and Medicine Trail
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YouTube Video Description

Cruising with D and E went on the NCL Gem's 11-Day Panama Canal Cruise. On day 9, we had a port-of-call day at Harvest Caye, Belize. We exited the NCL Gem on Harvest Caye. We then boarded a ferry to the mainland and took a bus into a Mayan village for today's "Mayan Culture and Medicine Trail" excursion. We had a great time and enjoyed learning about their culture. We took a path in their jungle garden to talk about the various medicinal plants used by Mayan Shamans to heal. The entire cruise includes 4 total at-sea days and 6 port of call days including Georgetown, Grand Cayman, Cartagena, Columbia, the Panama Canal and Colon, Port of Gamboa, and Port of Balboa, Panama, Puerto Limon, Costa Rica, Harvest Caye, Belize, and Cozumel, Mexico. We highly recommend the NCL Gem and the 11-Day Panama Canal Cruise itinerary if you want to take a cruise. Even at 11 days, we never got bored once, which was our fear. Don't fear it, book it, and enjoy the cruise of a lifetime!! 00:00 Introduction 00:41 Harvest Caye, Belize (NCL Owned Island) 01:49 Ferry to the Belize Mainland 02:18 Tip#1: Sit by Ferry Window 02:41 Excursion Bus Ride 05:38 Arrival at Mayan Community 06:02 Meet the Mayan Shaman 06:38 The Shaman's Pavillion 08:18 Jungle Medicinal Tour 10:06 Natural Bug Repellent 10:46 Mayan Gift Shop 11:28 Bus Ride Back to the Ferry 12:23 Snack on Fresh Belizean Bananas 13:16 Riding Ferry Back to Harvest Caye 13:58 Complete Opposites Gameshow in Spinnaker Lounge 14:51 Tradewinds 15:24 Tip #2: People from other Countries 16:55 "Get Down Tonight" Show in Stardust Theatre 18:26 The Atrium 18:56 Talking with Ship/Cruise Leadership 21:23 Surprise from Ship Captain 23:45 Tip #3: Book Excursions Early 25:24 On-Deck Tomorrow/Recap NCL Gem 11-day Panama Canal Cruise: https://youtu.be/iPyjFSIR1PM NCL Gem's Garden Cafe Buffet: https://youtu.be/UOYmNp2Z9wU NCL Gem's Awesome GLOW Party: https://youtu.be/I5TDGoxyM-A NCL Gem: Inside Cabin Cruise Ship Room Layout: https://youtu.be/Hchr546fvAQ Cruise Room Organization: Accessories You Got To Have: https://youtu.be/-IJWYBofnsI NCL Gem 11-Day Panama Canal Cruise - Day 1 Update - Travel and Embarkation: https://youtu.be/ExThQP0d0p0 NCL Gem 11-Day Panama Canal Cruise - Day 2 Update - At-Sea Day: https://youtu.be/y9gwREFhMMA NCL Gem 11-Day Panama Canal Cruise - Day 3 Update - Grand Cayman Island Excursion: https://youtu.be/kHt78OafozU NCL Gem 11-Day Panama Canal Cruise - Day 4 Update - At Sea Day: https://youtu.be/9wkIivV0blk NCL Gem 11-Day Panama Canal Cruise - Day 5 Update - Cartagena, Columbia Excursion Day: https://youtu.be/Sqe6ZVCTzaE The Picasso of Cartagena: https://youtu.be/e7lTs23wisw NCL Gem 11-Day Panama Canal Cruise - Day 6 Update - Panama Canal: https://youtu.be/Bsb7hmU5dr0 NCL Gem 11-Day Panama Canal Cruise - Day 7 Update - Puerto Limon, Costa Rica Excursion Day: https://youtu.be/qCXaXX9oOoo NCL Gem 11-Day Panama Canal Cruise - Day 8 Update - At-Sea Day: https://youtu.be/CBD0KnIRoFc NCL Gem 11-Day Panama Canal Cruise - Day 9 Update - Harvest Caye, Belize: https://youtu.be/Ky_nxST2d9Q NCL Gem 11-Day Panama Canal Cruise - Day 10 Update - Cozumel, Mexico: https://youtu.be/yMcnrBGS1mE NCL Gem 11-Day Panama Canal Cruise - Day 11 Update - At-Sea Day: https://youtu.be/V21AewF8Vjs #ncl #panamacanal #cruise #norwegiancruises #travel #travelvlog #cruising #cruiseship #nclgem Limited time offer - Earn 100,000 bonus points with Chase Sapphire Preferred. I can be rewarded if you apply here and are approved for the card. https://www.referyourchasecard.com/19r/HYRR2FEBF0 ************** As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Just click on one of the links below and start your shopping. There's never an additional charge and it helps us put more videos out! A link to the accessories we used follows: LOVIMAG Strong Magnetic Hooks, 100LBS Magnet Hooks for Cruise Cabin, Super Powerful Magnets for Cruise Essentials Must Haves, Heavy Duty Magnets for Metal Door, Refrigerator,Ceiling - 6 Pcs: https://amzn.to/4aj2fHD EPICKA Universal Travel Adapter One International Wall Charger AC Plug Adaptor: https://amzn.to/3US356U Cruise Approved Power Strip Non Surge Multi Plug [6 Outlets] 3 USB & 3 AC Outlet: https://amzn.to/3wR7dMj Cruise Lanyard for Cruise Ship Cards [2-Pack]: https://amzn.to/3UWlRK3