Norwegian Dawn engine problems cause skipped ports

Norwegian Cruise Line let us know that tomorrow's sailing of Norwegian Dawn, cruising from New York, will be skipping two ports and adding one due to "unexpected necessary engine repair work." While the problem persists, the ship's speed is reduced, necessitating the itinerary changes.

The Ocho Rios and Bahamas port of calls have been eliminated, while a stop at Key West, Florida was added.

Booked passengers were given two options. They could go ahead and sail the modified trip, which still sounds like a winner to us, and receive a $50 per person onboard credit as an "apology for any inconvenience." Or they could cancel their trip, and receive future cruise credit on another Norwegian cruise in the amount of the fare they paid.

No mention was made of whether any future sailing dates might be impacted.