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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: 25

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.