Just okay for first cruise

Norwegian Encore Cruise Review to Alaska - Inside Passage

Kailuagirl

Contributor Level: Deck Hand

Cruises: 1 cruise (first)

Review: 1

Helpful Votes: 12

Overall rating:

3.9 out of 5

Verified Review

7 Night Alaska Glacier Bay (Seattle Roundtrip)

Sail date: September 25, 2022

Ship: Norwegian Encore

Cabin number: 11836

Traveled as: Couple

Reviewed: 2 years ago

Review summary

For my first cruise, it was just okay! I had zero expectations, so I wouldn't be disappointed. However, I was slightly disappointed. I'm not sure I'd do another cruise.

Embarkation

3 out of 5

I thought it was a bit chaotic and disorganized.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

4 out of 5

This area I was most impressed with. The service was mostly excellent. The food was mostly above average.

Onboard Activities

3 out of 5

Fitness center was packed. The blind wine tasting was great.

Entertainment

4 out of 5

Loved Kinky Boots and the Beatles Show

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

Our room steward was VERY attentive!

Ship Quality

4 out of 5

Cabin / Stateroom

3 out of 5

Ship tip

No one should ever wait in line at guest services for anything! It's ridiculous! We had issues on our billing since day one and we spent multiple times in a long line. I also disliked how I feel like Norwegian Nickel and dimes on everything! Upsell this, buy that. For a first time cruiser, it was definitely a turn-off! I am well-traveled and might not do another cruise because of this.

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Ports of call

Seattle, Washington

4 out of 5

Juneau, Alaska

4 out of 5

Icy Strait Point (Hoonah), Alaska

4 out of 5

Cruise Glacier Bay

4 out of 5

KETCHIKAN (WARD COVE), ALASKA

4 out of 5

Victoria, British Columbia Did not visit port

The timing was ridiculous!!! 8 PM-Midnight!!! Seriously?

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Disembarkation

3 out of 5

Hate crowds and long lines!

9 Comments

byhisgrace 2 years ago

Thanks for your review

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Mikeleeds 2 years ago

For someone who wouldn't go back there were a few 4 and five star reviews

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Dumfy75 2 years ago

I think the stop at Victoria is just to meet a legal requirement. Not ideal but just the way it goes.

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AuntPinkie 2 years ago

Appreciate your feedback. Sorry your first cruise wasn’t what you wished. Hope you have another opportunity to try a different cruise. Cruising isn’t for everyone!

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natelorip 2 years ago

Thanks for sharing. We went on this cruise in August and had a great time.

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javawoody 2 years ago

Cruising may not be for you

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Gwbigdog 2 years ago

Thanks for sharing your cruise

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kellies26 2 years ago

Every type of travel nickels and dimes you. That is how they make the money. Cruise ships can have lines and it can be chaotic. We have been on 10 cruises, it happens.

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LadySkippy 2 years ago

I wouldn’t knock cruising until you at least try a couple other cruise lines.

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