Did not meet expectations.

Norwegian Bliss Cruise Review to Alaska - Inside Passage

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Contributor Level: Deck Hand

Cruises: 2-3 cruises

Review: 1

Helpful Votes: 8

Overall rating:

3.3 out of 5

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7 Night Alaska: Dawes Glacier Juneau & Ketchikan (Seattle Roundtrip)

Sail date: May 04, 2024

Ship: Norwegian Bliss

Cabin type: Balcony

Cabin number: 15794

Traveled as: Couple

Reviewed: 19 days ago

Review summary

If you are expecting to see tall walls of frozen glaciers calving off, you will not. The buffet is worse than you will expect due to food not hot or even warm. The excursions on shore are not worth it if you are already a country person who has seen snow covered mountains. Do not expect to see much wildlife. The best was an eagle which I have seen before. The staff is absolutely excellent and friendly. Watch as many videos as possible before your cruise. This will help you find the best of the cruise. Book directly through Norwegian or a trusted travel agent. Avoid all other companies that promise you savings. Review web sites for what you should bring on the cruise. You need less than you think. Be friendly with other guests and it will make your cruise much better. Do not be afraid to talk to the staff. They can make your experience much better.

Embarkation

5 out of 5

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

1 out of 5

Main buffet food was less than warm every meal. Italian restaurant was excellent. Cagney's so called 8 ounce filet was about 3 ounces at best after cooking. Taste and Savor seemed to be just buffet food served at the restaurants. I would rate all the workers as excellent and congenial throughout the ship. The dining and food was well below expectations.

Onboard Activities

4 out of 5

The games in the atrium were fun and entertaining.

Entertainment

4 out of 5

Jersey boys, Beetle mania and comedy were all very enjoyable.

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

All staff and personnel were excellent in every area of the ship.

Ship Quality

4 out of 5

Cleanliness was excellent. Elevators at times were slow and not able to accommodate requirements for the passengers.