So you're setting sail on a Big Apple Adventure, eh?
First things first, congrats on choosing NYC as your cruise destination! There's enough energy in that city to power a small country, and enough sights to make your eyeballs do laps.
But hold on a sec, sailor, before you set off with your suitcase full of dreams (and maybe a slightly-too-loud Hawaiian shirt), you gotta figure out where your ship is docking. Because let's face it, nobody wants to be stuck in a taxi wandering around Manhattan like a lost puppy looking for a fire hydrant.
Fear not, fellow traveler! This here guide will be your compass, your sextant, your captain's hat (metaphorically speaking), as we navigate the high seas of New York City cruise terminals.
Now, about that NCL ship...
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) is practically a regular at Pier 88 in Manhattan. You can usually find their ships docked at this, the southernmost pier of the Manhattan Cruise Terminal (MCT). Think of it as their favorite booth at the diner. They're comfy there, they know the staff, and let's face it, they probably get a discount on pier fries.
But hey, what if Pier 88 is occupied? Don't fret! NCL uses Pier 90 sometimes too, if Pier 88 is booked solid. Those two piers are right next to each other, so you won't have to trek for miles with your suitcase in tow.
The key takeaway? Check with NCL or the Manhattan Cruise Terminal before you set sail, but chances are high you'll be docking at Pier 88. And hey, if you do end up at Pier 90, consider it a bonus - you might get a slightly different view while you're waiting to board. Just don't get so caught up in sightseeing that you miss your ship!
