Encore Nov 28, 2021

Item: Norwegian Encore
Rating: 4.8
Author: CaptainBrianD

Norwegian Encore Cruise Review

CaptainBrianD

Contributor Level: Purser

Cruises: 7+ cruises

Reviews: 2

Helpful Votes: 42

Overall rating:

4.8 out of 5

7 Night Eastern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip)

Sail date: November 28, 2021

Ship: Norwegian Encore

Cabin type: Suite

Cabin number: 17102

Traveled as: Couple

Reviewed: 2 years ago

Review summary

This cruise was our second post pandemic cruise. The previous cruise was also on the NCL Encore (up in Alaska). A wonderful cruise itinerary with several relaxing “at sea” days bookending our ports of call. White sandy beaches with clear blue waters were hallmarks of the ports.

Embarkation

4 out of 5

Organized but limited communication outside the terminal.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5

Great service and variety. I recommend the “Miami Vice”

Onboard Activities

5 out of 5

Can’t get bored on this ship - lots to do!

Entertainment

5 out of 5

Hats off to the casts of Choir of Men and Kinky Boots. Fantastic comedic magic act too. The Fab Four didn’t disappoint - great vocals.

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

Our first stay in the Haven lived up to, and exceeded expectations. Specialty restaurants also delivered on quality and service.

Ship Quality

5 out of 5

Very clean - crews kept the cleaning going throughout the cruise. We love the Encore layout.

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5

The Haven Penthouse Suite affords ample room for two guests. The layout and finishes were very comfortable. The balcony was extra deep and plenty wide. We had a chaise lounge chair added by the butler.

Ship tip

Be kind to the ship staff. They have been working very hard to keep all of us safe. A small smile, a thank you, a few extra dollars, box of candy, are just a few ways to say THANKS.

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Ports of call

Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas

5 out of 5

Beautiful beaches to explore.

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Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas

5 out of 5

Always love our stops at GSC. Fun day, plenty of room to spread out. Don’t flow to the closest seats - spread out to the privacy of lounge chairs located 50-100 yards from the entry area.

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Tortola, British Virgin Islands

4 out of 5

Miami, Florida

4 out of 5