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A Solo Cruise on the Complicated Norwegian EPIC

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๐Ÿ‘๏ธ 82K views๐Ÿ“… 1 years agoโฑ๏ธ 40:38
What This Creator Said
Creator Had Mixed FeelingsFull Ship Review๐ŸฅˆExpert Creator
๐Ÿง Best for SoloCaribbean ยท 7 nightsFrom Port CanaveralVeteran Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

I set out on the Norwegian Epic a vessel often discussed as the least favored in their Fleet

the dining options on the Norwegian Epic they were a highlight of this trip

the Norwegian Epic is a colossal vessel capable of accommodating 4,100 guests and just over 1,700 crew members

I am thinking if I ever do a cruise to these types of places again it will be on another line or definitely another NCL ship

Creator's Tips & Advice

โœ“Visit the Ice Bar on the first night as it often sells out daily
โœ“Go to the Garden Cafe Buffet as far forward as possible to find spare tables during peak times
โœ“Forego the thermal Spa on port days before 3pm to avoid crowds
โœ“Take the earliest possible excursion to Magens Bay to stake out an ideal spot

๐Ÿ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Finding a peaceful spot to relax โ€” Avoid the pool deck on port days before 3pm, as it becomes very crowded
Navigating excursion assembly areas โ€” Be prepared for potential confusion and unorganized assembly areas at some ports

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs the Norwegian Epic a good ship for solo travelers?
QWhat are the dining options like on the Norwegian Epic?
QWhat are the pros and cons of sailing on the Norwegian Epic?

Topics Covered

Dining Bars Drinks1ยฝ Sad BaconService Crew1 Happy BaconValue Pricing2 Sad BaconWifi Connectivity3ยฝ Happy BaconExcursions1 Sad BaconCabin Interior1ยฝ Happy BaconPool Deck2ยฝ Sad BaconCrowd Capacity3 Sad Bacon

Port Highlights

Amber Cove1 Happy Bacon
Top: Paradise Island Snorkeling Lunch and Fricolandia Resort Whirlwind Visit ($189 per adult)
Port Canaveral3 Happy Bacon
San Juan2ยฝ Happy Bacon
Top: Best of San Juan Walking Tour ($69 per adult)
How to read the Trip Bacon Score
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Meh โ€” no strong opinion either way

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YouTube Video Descriptionโ†“

Norwegian Cruise Line took me to the Eastern Caribbean on the Norwegian Epic. A cruise ship that might just be one of the weirdest in their fleet. This Norwegian Epic review will take you through all you need to know about this unique NCL ship. Take a Norwegian Epic ship tour and get a look at specialty dining, included food, the Norwegian Epic thermal spa, and what a solo studio stateroom is like on board this cruise line. In this cruise review, I also share what it happened on my Norwegian Epic excursions as we stopped in San Juan, Puerto Rico, St. Thomas, Great Stirrup Cay, and Amber Cove Dominican Republic. Plus, stick around and learn how much this 7 day cruise on the Norwegian Epic ended up costing me in total. It's a Solo Cruise Journal you don't want to miss! #norwegiancruises #norwegiancruiseline #solotravel #cruise