Relaxed, explored and had fun!

Item: Norwegian Escape
Rating: 4.8
Author: burkeejimgold2

Norwegian Escape Cruise Review to Caribbean - Eastern

burkeejimgold2

Contributor Level: Purser

Cruises: 1 cruise (first)

Review: 1

Helpful Votes: 22

Overall rating:

4.8 out of 5

Verified Review

7 Night Caribbean: Great Stirrup Cay & Dominican Republic (Port Canaveral Roundtrip)

Sail date: January 21, 2023

Ship: Norwegian Escape

Cabin type: Inside

Cabin number: 10427

Traveled as: Couple

Reviewed: 1 year ago

Review summary

This is our first cruise and we were pleased with our experience. It took a bit of exploring and time to figure out how things worked and we are so looking forward to another cruise in our future.

Embarkation

4 out of 5

Lots of waiting, but it went smoothly.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5

Food was excellent and we had many great choices. Cagneys is outstanding.

Onboard Activities

5 out of 5

Pool, bingo, art auction, bocci ball and mini golf.

Entertainment

5 out of 5

The Choir of Man was spectacular.

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

Everyone was very helpful and friendly. They were there for all of our needs.

Ship Quality

5 out of 5

High quality of design and cleanliness.

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5

It's a bit small. Wish we had a place to sit besides the end of the bed. Drawers would be a good idea.

Ship tip

Take your time about the ship,keep an open mind, and pack your patience! Enjoy the whole experience of being on the water.

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Ports of call

Port Canaveral, Florida

4 out of 5

Very busy, but organized.

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Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

5 out of 5

Beautiful port. City highlights and beach excursion was perfect.

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Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas

5 out of 5

Beautiful port. Beach excursion was very nice.

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Tortola, British Virgin Islands

5 out of 5

Port was nice. Beach excursion was amazing!

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Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas Did not visit port

Unfortunately the waters were too risky to tender. Disappointed in this, but I know safety is a top priority for the ship.

Thumbs Up 0

Disembarkation

3 out of 5

Our luggage was not where it was supposed to be. No indication of where the purple tagged luggage was.

4 Comments

Cruisers4Lyfe 2 months ago

Thanks for sharing

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javawoody 1 year ago

Glad you enjoyed your first cruise

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AuntPinkie 1 year ago

Welcome to the wonderful world of cruising. Happy you are already planning your next one. Appreciate your feedback. Glad you enjoyed your first cruise.

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Gwbigdog 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing your cruise with us

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Other reviews of this sailing

it was just ok

NCL Escape 1/21-28

Had a great time!