We Tried The Haven on NCL Bliss — Bliss or Miss?😮 #thehaven #CruiseLife
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I fear we have made a huge mistake. This was our first experience on a Norwegian cruise
We were informed that our bid on the Haven Courtyard penthouse with large balcony, category H, was accepted
This was a quiet respit from all the noise. Outside this area is a door that leads to the Haven outdoor decks
The staff really made the Haven experience complete. The head concierge, Gian, took amazing care of the guests
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Scale: 0–5 strips in half-step increments. 0 = “meh”, 5 = “bacon bliss”. Aggregated from creator-review sentiment, weighted by channel expertise.
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We made a huge mistake… we tried The Haven on the Norwegian Bliss — and now it’s going to be really hard to cruise any other way! In this video, we take you through our full Haven experience aboard the NCL Bliss, including our upgrade bidding process, the Haven Courtyard Penthouse, private lounges, dining, concierge perks, butler service, priority tender access in Cabo, exclusive show seating, and the peaceful oasis that kept pulling us away from the main ship. From embarkation to disembarkation, we walk through every part of the Haven journey — what surprised us, what stood out, and what made a lasting impression. Whether you’re thinking about booking The Haven or just curious about how it works, this deep dive covers what you need to know. Have you sailed in The Haven before? Tell us about your experience in the comments! 👉 If you enjoy cruise tips, ship tours, and honest reviews, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell. We’ve got more NCL Bliss content coming soon! 📺 Watch Our Full Bliss Series Here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRYSVM_zsh39qlVn5DUFS8OFgPkt4ZDn2 📸 Follow us on Instagram: @LidoHoppers ☕ Support the channel: https://buymeacoffee.com/lidohoppers ✈️ We’re also travel advisors — reach out if you’d like help booking your next cruise adventure! https://lidohoppers.com/ As an Amazon affiliate we earn a small commission on items that you purchase at no additional cost to you. This helps our channel grow. Thank you in advance! Video Equipment Used to Make this Video: ✅ DJI Osmo Pocket 3 - https://amzn.to/3QQwKM6 ✅ DJI Battery Handle - https://amzn.to/3FKOmXo ✅ DJI Mic 2 Bluetooth Microphone - https://amzn.to/42byiFN ✅ DJI Osmo Mini Tripod - https://amzn.to/4iN8qqT ✅ Ulanzi Extendable Tripod - https://amzn.to/4jacSQb ✅ Magnetic Mount - https://amzn.to/4iFPUAu ✅ DJI Osmo Case - https://amzn.to/3FHeRgu 📌 Chapters: 0:00 • We Made a Huge Mistake 0:07 • Why We Bid on The Haven 0:45 • Upgrade Accepted! 1:09 • Pre-Cruise Excitement & Research 1:18 • Hard Travel Cameo 1:30 • Off-Site Parking & Check-In 1:40 • The Haven Priority Check-In Experience 2:01 • Straight to the Ship 2:12 • Special Haven Elevator 2:24 • Entering The Haven for the First Time 2:44 • First Look at Our Haven Suite 3:02 • Room Features & Balcony 3:14 • Heading to The Haven Restaurant 3:31 • Our First Haven Meal 3:48 • Exploring the Indoor Lounge 4:06 • Retractable Roof Area 4:26 • Haven Outdoor Deck (16+) 4:47 • Discovering the Horizon Lounge 5:17 • Snack Time & Charging Stations 5:40 • Visiting the Rest of the Ship 5:57 • Exceptional Haven Bar Service 6:20 • Butler Service Begins 6:55 • Breakfast on the Balcony 7:08 • Haven Dining Team Shines 7:29 • Concierge Experience with Gian 7:53 • Priority Tender Access in Cabo 8:38 • Disembarkation — Haven Style 9:03 • Why We Can’t Go Back to GenPop 9:24 • Final Thoughts & Call to Subscribe 9:46 • Outro — Make It a Great One #NorwegianBliss #NCLBliss #NCLHaven #TheHaven #NorwegianCruiseLine #HavenSuite #CruiseReview #CruiseTips #CruiseVloggers #CruiseLife #CruisingWithNCL #LidoHoppers #CruiseVacation #CruiseShipTour #CruiseYouTube