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Item: Norwegian Escape
Rating: 5
Author: mjenkins3510

Norwegian Escape Cruise Review to Caribbean - Western

mjenkins3510

Contributor Level: Purser

Cruises: 2-3 cruises

Review: 1

Helpful Votes: 29

Overall rating:

5 out of 5

Verified Review

7 Night Western Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip)

Sail date: September 23, 2017

Ship: Norwegian Escape

Cabin type: Inside

Cabin number: 11511

Traveled as: Singles/Friends

Reviewed: 7 years ago

Review summary

I really enjoy Norwegian and plan on sailing with them for years to come. The staff and officers are very welcoming and I always meet new people that I keep in contact with well after the cruise. I have only cruised as a solo traveler and I always have a wonderful time especially with the solo travelers group and the itinerary that's put together.

Embarkation

5 out of 5

My experience was very smooth and I didn't wait long at all.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5

The ship was so big and beautiful! I loved the dining rooms and specialty restaurants. O' Sheehans was a personal favorite for breakfast and late night.

Onboard Activities

5 out of 5

There was never a dull moment and always something to do. Very entertaining

Entertainment

5 out of 5

Awesome shows and entertainers. I didn't go to everything as I originally planned but all the Atrium shows that I did see were very good! Lots of energy and fun.

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

My room attendant was on point. When ever I called I never waited long for service. The room ws impeccable.

Ship Quality

5 out of 5

Very clean and smelled good

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5

This was my first time in the solo suite and I loved it. The size was perfect for one. I definitely loved the space for hanging my clothes.

Ship tip

My advice is walk the entire ship so you get the full experience. Visit the specialty restaurants because although the main dining rooms are delicious, you'll be in for a treat tasting the other offerings you get from those restaurants. Also if you are into fitness go to the gym in the am and the view as the ship is docking is AMAZING!!! One last thing, I waited until the last day to try and do the ropes course. Due to rain I missed the opportunity so do that first since the weather can change up.

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Ports of call

Miami, Florida

5 out of 5

I love MIAMI!! I stayed the day before I cruised and the day after the cruise ended. I've been 6 times now so I just did my own thing and didn't book any excursions.

Thumbs Up 3

Coxen Hole, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras

5 out of 5

Beautiful beach!

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Harvest Caye, Belize

5 out of 5

I walked around and went to the bar at the end of the dock and the drinks and atmosphere was great.

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Costa Maya (Mahahual), Mexico

5 out of 5

I walked around and picked up souvenirs. Nice shops and there's something for everyone

Thumbs Up 2

Cozumel, Mexico

5 out of 5

I just walked around and enjoyed the weather

Thumbs Up 7

Disembarkation

5 out of 5

Smooth and easy. I was in the last group to get off the ship. I found my luggage easily and got though customs rather quickly.

4 Comments

kenzkat 7 years ago

We loved O'Sheehan's! That was our hang out!

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stevethepa 7 years ago

NCL is definitely my fave right now. Excellent food and service. Fun but not silly. Been on 16 cruises and they are a great bang for your buck! Heading back in January.

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CruiselineSarah 7 years ago

I sailed Norwegian last month in the Mediterranean and I loved it too - there seems to be something special about that cruise line that I can't quite put my finger on. O'Sheehan's was also a favorite for me during that week. :)

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GIL155 7 years ago

Glad you found a cruise line that matches up with your likes, and keeps you happy. Enjoy!

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