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Norwegian Encore Cruise Review to Caribbean - Eastern

Cruises: 7+ cruises
Reviews: 11
Helpful Votes: 171

Overall rating:

5 out of 5
Norwegian Encore

7 Night Eastern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip)

Sail date: March 31, 2024

Ship: Norwegian Encore

Cabin type: Balcony

Cabin number: 14150

Traveled as: Large Group

Reviewed: 7 months ago

Review summary

We have taken family vacations for years at the last one we thought of a family cruise. We have many milestones to celebrate so we did it! We are glad we did! One perk of group extras was a vow renewal so we singed up for that and it was wonderful. The staff were great at makin us feel special, and we had a concierge to make reservations for us. We have been on several cruises but this Vow Renewal made this cruise truly stand out. Thanks NCL!

Embarkation

5 out of 5
Love leaving out of Miami as NCL has it all under control there.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5
We were 14 people in our group and we were accommodated even in specialty restaurants. There was a little trouble the first time in Manhattan Room, but it was handled quickly and no more trouble.

Onboard Activities

5 out of 5
We had 8 adults and 6 children all used the go carts, laser tag, Galaxy Pavilion, and arcades. I think the adults were happy to volunteer to take the kids as they were glad to participate as well.

Entertainment

5 out of 5
So sad to see Choir of Man leave the cruise line, it is the best show we have ever seen, not just at sea. The Betakes Experience, and comedians were great as well. The live music also held some pleasant surprises for our diverse in age group/

Children's Programs

5 out of 5
Engaging for the kids and convenient for the parents.

Service and Staff

5 out of 5
We had too many heroes to count. The service on NCL is amazing.

Ship Quality

5 out of 5
Beautiful ship with something for everyone from thrill seekers to ralxers.

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5
Room fit 4 comfortably.

Ship tip

Book everything you can before embarkation.

Ports of call

Miami, Florida

5 out of 5
loved the food, hotels, and things to do. Do not love MIA airport.

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

5 out of 5
Went on the "Discover" tour and Uncle Domingo made us feel like we were family visiting. Others in our group did Dolphins and others Damajagua falls. There was something for all levels.

Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas

5 out of 5

Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas

5 out of 5
Booked a cabana and we were glad we did! Great way to enjoy the Cay.

Disembarkation

5 out of 5
NCLs free style even served us here as the old folks let NCL carry our bags young folks took their own.

Traveler Photos

Family at Renewal
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8 Comments

natelorip     7 months ago

Glad you had a great time. Thanks for sharing.

javawoody     7 months ago

Appreciate the feedback

ZATHROS     7 months ago

Great picture. Lots of smiles. Thanks for sharing your review.

picalo     7 months ago

you all are great cruisers! thanks for a great review and congrats on your double-downed marriage

HeavySeas     7 months ago

Awesome...thanks for sharing and glad you enjoyed your cruise

cruising2004     7 months ago

Sounds like wonderful memories were made! Thank you for your review.

Gwbigdog     7 months ago

Thanks for sharing

YXF0LNmAKQmr1WZlqkUDpSdTH     7 months ago

Love that u loved the Encore, but u said Choir of Man is leaving? Didn’t u get to see the new group that just started on your cruise. They will performing thru their new contract thru the Alaska season.

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