Epic was Epic

Norwegian Epic Cruise Review

Cruises: 7+ cruises
Reviews: 6
Helpful Votes: 229

Overall rating:

4.7 out of 5
Norwegian Epic

7 Night Western Mediterranean (Barcelona Roundtrip)

Sail date: October 03, 2021

Ship: Norwegian Epic

Traveled as: Couple

Reviewed: 3 years ago

Review summary

So glad to be cruising again NCL are about first choice and that hasn't changed. Felt safe, the food and service where incredible and we can't wait to get on our next ship.

Embarkation

4 out of 5
Obviously covid testing etc delays the embarcation process but if you have the Trust One app downloaded with your QR code and all of the required documentation you will not be so delayed.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5
Every NCL cruise the food seems to just keep getting better and better. Did not have one bad experience in the whole week. Le Bistro and Cagney's where outstanding.

Onboard Activities

4 out of 5
The pools where great as only 45% capacity. All other activities where available as normal.

Entertainment

4 out of 5
Some restrictions like the Bliss nightclub was Karaoke only.. Priscilla Queen of the desert was very good. The Cavern Club with the Beatles was fantastic.

Service and Staff

5 out of 5
As always, fantastic service. 10/10 if there was 11/10 I would give it...

Ship Quality

5 out of 5
As safe and clean as a hospital. Cleaner than the aircraft, bus or train we used.

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5
Our cabin steward was amazing. He kept the to spotlessly clean and comfortable. Is the bathroom layout odd? Yes but who cares it's a bit impersonal but for a married couple it should not be a problem. I would not want to be in this cabin with more than two people... everything else was great.

Ports of call

Cagliari, Sardinia

5 out of 5
Took a wine tour that was fantastic. The stop at a Cameo factory was a waste of time but the vineyard tour and tasting was so good. Lovey people and a great tour guide.

Barcelona, Spain

4 out of 5
Not really a lover of Barcelona. Lots of very weird people hanging around. Found a great hotel near the port the Apolo. Great breakfast selection and very good location.

Naples, Italy

5 out of 5
Took the tour of Pompeii. It was mind-blowing. Our tour guide was just so knowledgeable and made the tour even more enjoyable. Pompeii is a place you must visit. The ship tour was worth every penny.

Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands

4 out of 5
Unfortunately the weather wasn't great so our plans where altered. A beautiful city nevertheless.

Disembarkation

5 out of 5
Easy self disembark took about 10 minutes..

Traveler Photos

Fillet of beef in Le Bistro. Outstanding Gratin potatoes, fillet of beef and spinach... Cavern Club Beatles Balcony stateroom 8106 Vineyard and tasting tour One of the main streets of Pompeii
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9 Comments

raTkowski67    3 years ago

Great review , your detailed info =great

gigcruiser    3 years ago

Lovely review. Am on this same cruise May 2022. Your review has given me more confidence that it will happen. Thanks

purpl    3 years ago

Thanks for your detailed review. Glad you enjoyed your cruise.

izrgreen    3 years ago

Thank you for taking the time to write a review

javawoody    3 years ago

Thanks for the review and sharing your experience

AuntPinkie    3 years ago

Appreciate your feedback. Glad you enjoyed your cruise.

jameeh    3 years ago

Great itinerary, glad you enjoyed all aspects of your cruise.

Curt34    3 years ago

Glad you enjoyed your cruise. Thanks for the review.

cruising2004    3 years ago

Thank you for the detailed review

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