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Norwegian Escape Cruise Review to Caribbean - Eastern

Cruises: 2-3 cruises
Review: 1
Helpful Votes: 48

Overall rating:

4 out of 5
Norwegian Escape

7 Night Eastern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip)

Sail date: December 12, 2015

Ship: Norwegian Escape

Cabin type: Balcony

Cabin number: 10424

Traveled as: Couple

Reviewed: 8 years ago

Review summary

I have not been on a cruise in many years and was pleasantly surprised.  The ship was beautiful the cabin was nice and loved having a balcony. I was a little disappointed I booked my trip back in May of 2015 and chose to pay extra for the specialty dining.  After we ate in one of the restaurants we were informed there would be a 30.00 charge because they changed a few things.  In my opinion we should have been informed of this before we sat down. After eating at the specialty restaurants I really can only say Cagney's was worth the extra cost. The food in the dining rooms that are included where just as good.. The staff if very friendly and I believe one of the maitre-d  Sandra was excellent. We met her the first day and after that she knew our names.  I was not crazy about the ports.  St Thomas was great but Tortola is run down and there really is not much to do.  Bahama's was the last stop and unless you want to spend an arm and leg to go to Atlantis what else is there to do.  Actually there might be plenty but unless you pay for the excursions they will not give you ANY INFORMATION...that is something that should be addressed.  Other than that we had a great time.  Not sure if cruising is for me I prefer not to have to rush back to the ship by a certain time but if you are a cruiser I am sure you will love this ship.      

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

3 out of 5

Onboard Activities

5 out of 5

Entertainment

5 out of 5

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

Ship Quality

5 out of 5

Cabin / Stateroom

great cabin the sofa could be a little more comfy. Bed and pillows were great

Ports of call

Miami, Florida

5 out of 5

Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas

5 out of 5

Tortola, British Virgin Islands

1 out of 5

Nassau, Bahamas

1 out of 5
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7 Comments

edsullivncatedu    8 years ago

How was the weather in the Bahamas at this time, and the age group of the ship? I'm in my 20's and planning on trying out NCL I've only cruised with Carnival before. I want to try out this new ship and the destinations but worried it won't be suited for my age group.Could you provide any insight on How the young adult scene is as far as the nightclub on the ship and the comedy shows?

syl10    8 years ago

how much was it to get into Atlantis. I'll be in Bahamas for 4 days, just curious, thanks

StLouisCardinals    8 years ago

Thanks, have a Great time

tmatlock    8 years ago

I read there is upcharges for certain restaurants like bayamo, raw bar, pincho tapas and the supper club that cagneys and le bistro will charge 10 dollars for any extra entrees.

StLouisCardinals    8 years ago

We paid as well! However, I do not want to be surprised with additional charges. I will contact the cruise line or my travel agent.

slevin2010    8 years ago

I'm two weeks after you St. Louis Cardinals. I paid for the 3 day specialty dining.

StLouisCardinals    8 years ago

What specialty restaurant(s) are you referring to? We are leaving March 12 and have made four reservations for specialty dining. I would dispute this charge to your credit card.

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