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Item: Norwegian Encore
Rating: 4.9
Author: cadsev

Norwegian Encore Cruise Review

cadsev

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Cruises: 7+ cruises

Reviews: 4

Helpful Votes: 56

Overall rating:

4.9 out of 5

7 Night Alaska Glacier Bay (Seattle Roundtrip)

Sail date: May 22, 2022

Ship: Norwegian Encore

Traveled as: Singles/Friends

Reviewed: 2 years ago

Review summary

I had never cruised Alaska before and can say this is my favorite cruise out of 19. It’s different than the Caribbean cruises in that you’re really going to site see. NCL Encore is an amazing Ship. Lots to do and one of their newer ships. We had a fabulous time and will do it again next year. May was a great time to go to see many snow capped mountains which added so much to the experience. We got lucky with the weather all week limited light rain for very few days if any rain. Mostly sunny and 45-60 degree weather.

Embarkation

5 out of 5

For us it went quickly however the port has limited staff and people have to stand in line an extremely long time.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5

Some of the best food in the MDR. Ate at Q and Steakhouse. Meal was good not over the top great.

Onboard Activities

5 out of 5

Enjoyed the shows and multiple entertainment.

Entertainment

5 out of 5

The Entertainment was outstanding. Choir of Man was great as was Beau in the District. NCL does an outstanding job with entertainment.

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

Best service I’ve ever had on a ship. Never had to wait long for a drink or food. Staff kept ship clean. Helped we sailed at 60% capacity and they have a full crew.

Ship Quality

5 out of 5

Ship is easy to navigate once you learn the layout. Crew keeps ship amazingly clean.

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5

We had a great balcony room 8146. Awesome location but gets loud at times being over the theater.

Ship tip

Honestly love NCL. They do an outstanding job. Book restaurants early as they fill up quickly.

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Ports of call

Victoria, British Columbia

3 out of 5

Only there four hours not much to do. Stopping in Canada shuts down most bars on the ship for the remainder of the night as only one bar per deck can be open.

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Skagway, Alaska

5 out of 5

Loved this port. Rode the train and saw amazing scenery.

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Cruise Glacier Bay

5 out of 5

Easily the highlight of our trip. Breathtaking views absolutely fabulous weather. Incredible experience.

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Juneau, Alaska

5 out of 5

We went whale watching here. Had a great time.