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Item: Norwegian Encore
Rating: 4.9
Author: kellyberg

Norwegian Encore Cruise Review to Alaska - Inside Passage

kellyberg

Contributor Level: Purser

Cruises: 1 cruise (first)

Review: 1

Helpful Votes: 26

Overall rating:

4.9 out of 5

7 Night Alaska Glacier Bay (Seattle Roundtrip)

Sail date: August 07, 2022

Ship: Norwegian Encore

Cabin type: Inside

Cabin number: 10503

Traveled as: Singles/Friends

Reviewed: 2 years ago

Review summary

This was my first cruise, ever. I am hooked. Very relaxing, well feed, did have a cocktail with 50 or 60 of my new best guys and gal pals. I had read of confrontations on ships but NCL did not have any of that nonsense. Lots of laughs, smiles, and generally nice people from all walks of life. The only odd times were when the ladies would undress me with their eyes. Did I mention I had cocktails so I might not have perceived everything as it was? It was a blast.

Embarkation

5 out of 5

Much smoother than expected

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5

I tried it all and it was very good.

Q Texas Smokehouse

5 out of 5

The food was good, entertainment was not country but pop music. Nice singer but she is no Willy Nelson.

Onboard Activities

4 out of 5

I did not invest much time in the pool or raceway but the other cruises seem to be having a blast.

Entertainment

5 out of 5

Broadway quality show, excellent music venues, and great comedians.

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

Staff could not do enough for you. Leave something, shirt, on the bed after made...comeback and it is folded. Waitstaff...quick with a smile.

Ship Quality

5 out of 5

I well thought-out design, with someone always swiping and wiping. They had dedicated wash stations with personnel to remind you...washy- washy.

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5

This cabin is in the Solo area. Enough room for all my clothing and gear. The area does have its own lounge with a coffee machine and cake plus cookies. There is also a wine machine and glasses to match but not included in drink packages.

Ship tip

If you are someone who like to be on a balcony, this is not for you.

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Ports of call

Juneau, Alaska

5 out of 5

Whale watching was spectacular.

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Skagway, Alaska Did not visit port

Cancelled due to rock slide at dock.

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Cruise Glacier Bay

5 out of 5

Very cool and again spectacular.

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Ketchikan, Alaska

5 out of 5

A great little town with interesting houses and history.

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Disembarkation

5 out of 5

Smooth.

Traveler Photos

10 Comments

BDAZ 2 years ago

So glad to see your review! Leaving in 4 days as solo/studio and crazy excited for my first NCL cruise👍

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javawoody 2 years ago

Welcome to cruising

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GSpringer 2 years ago

Thanks for sharing!

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natelorip 2 years ago

Thanks for sharing. We leave on the Encore in 2 days and really appreciate hearing from others.

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Dumfy75 2 years ago

Great review! Glad you enjoyed your first cruise

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spookylu 2 years ago

Thanks for the review! My husband and I are going on our first cruise ever on the Encore next spring and we can't wait! I'm glad you had a great time. We also plan on enjoying the drink package (probably too much) and making new friends.

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caribbeanxl0ve 2 years ago

Welcome to the cruising addicts club!!! So glad you loved NCL. They are the best. Stunning pictures. So glad you had a great time. Alaska is on our list! 🚢

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AuntPinkie 2 years ago

Welcome to the wonderful world of cruising. Glad you enjoyed your first cruise and plan more. Happy you enjoyed Alaska!

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Gwbigdog 2 years ago

Thanks for sharing your cruise with us.

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CruzeFan 2 years ago

Glad you enjoyed it and welcome to cruising. Both cruising and Alaska are addictive.

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