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Norwegian Encore Ship Tour and Review!

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โค๏ธ Best for CoupleAlaska ยท Summer ยท 7 nightsFrom SeattleVeteran Cruiser

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Norwegian Encore is ncl's largest cruise ship at sea but is it possible to see do and eat everything on board the ship while still experiencing all Alaska has to offer

we just returned from a seven night round-trip sailing from Seattle and share all the details about Norwegian Encore

for us one of the most important aspects of any cruise ship is the availability layout and the overall Vibe of the outdoor decks

the main dining room food being on OG Cruise Line my bang bang chicken and shrimp had plenty of kick and the chocolate lava cake made for the perfect ending to a long day of sightseeing

Creator's Tips & Advice

โœ“Make reservations for signature attractions on embarkation day
โœ“Pack a bathing suit even for an Alaska cruise
โœ“Purchase a pass to the Mandara Spa thermal Suite
โœ“Reserve specialty dining pre-cruise for popular venues
โœ“Get reservations for Choir of Man and comedy shows as soon as possible

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Not knowing about freestyle dining โ€” Norwegian Cruise Line's freestyle approach gives ultimate flexibility to dine where, when, and with whom you want
Missing out on popular attractions due to reservations โ€” Make reservations early in the cruise for attractions like the Captain's Quest escape room

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QIs it possible to see, do, and eat everything onboard Norwegian Encore while still experiencing Alaska?
QWhat are the key attractions and activities on Norwegian Encore?
QWhat dining options are available on Norwegian Encore?
QWhat is the service like on Norwegian Encore?

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We just returned from an Alaska cruise on the largest ship in the @norwegiancruiseline fleet, Norwegian Encore. This 169K gross ton ship boasts several one-of-a-kind attractions, dining, and onboard activities. But is it possible to do, see, and eat everything onboard the ship while still enjoying all Alaska has to offer? Well, we share all the details of what it is like sailing on this incredible ship with our Norwegian Encore Ship Tour and Review! Subscribe to the Eat Sleep Cruise YouTube Channel if you love to travel and cruise the world! https://www.youtube.com/c/EatSleepCruise1 NORWEGIAN ENCORE SHIP TOUR 0:00 Introduction 0:42 Outdoor Decks 3:16 Signature Attractions 6:18 Onboard Activities 8:48 Complimentary Dining 12:00 Specialty Restaurants 16:15 Bars and Lounges 19:49 Nightlife and Entertainment 22:28 Staterooms 25:00 Service NORWEGIAN ENCORE FULL SHIP TOUR AND REVIEW Like all of our cruise ship reviews, we start with the outdoor decks. Norwegian Encore is home to several outdoor spaces. The main pool deck is deck 16, with two pools and a kid's Aqua Park. The exclusive Vibe Beach Club is a hidden gem; even in Alaska, you can watch the glaciers from the comfort of your hot tub. On this Norwegian Encore Ship Tour, other outdoor spaces you will want to visit are on the Waterfront. This deck 8 open promenade is home to several bars, restaurants, and shops. The outdoor decks are also home to several of Norwegian Encore's signature attractions. The most iconic is the Encore Speedway. This two-story race track has thrilling views, especially when you zoom along next to Alaskan fjords. There is also the intricate and well-themed laser tag course aft on Deck 18. Back indoors, the Galaxy Pavilion is home to several technologically enhanced attractions with hour, day, or week-long passes available for purchase. NORWEGIAN ENCORE ENTERTAINMET AND DINING Traditional cruisers will be happy to know that the cruise line hosts many game shows, trivia sessions, and other daily activities as well. At night, the highlight of the entertainment is the signature show, Choir of Man. Join the lads at The Jungle and listen to songs from various genres. There are also headliner acts, as well as two comedians that are featured in the Social Club on Deck 6. Not to mention, there is live music throughout the ship with at least 5 different performers. From an acoustic duo to pub-style entertainment, a rock band, a Latin duo, and more, the nightlife is diverse and high-energy. For those who like to party, don't forget to check out the silent disco and the popular GLOW party too. Regarding dining, we tested out as many restaurants as possible for this Norwegian Encore Ship Tour and Review. This meant breakfast at the buffet, several orders of chicken wings at the Local, and even a sit-down lunch in one of the main dining rooms. NCL is known for its Freestyle Approach, so there are no set dining times or table assignments. With a variety of specialty restaurants, cruisers can enjoy a diverse selection including barbecue at Q Texas Smokehouse, dinner and a show at Teppanyaki, French at Le Bistro, Italian at Onda by Scarpetta, seafood at Ocean Blue, Mexican at Los Lobos, and the American steakhouse Cagney's. One of our favorites is Food Republic, which is more of a tapas fusion restaurant that is great to be enjoyed with friends. Deck 8 is home to many of the bars on the ship. My personal favorite is the beer hall, the District Brewhouse, which is home to over 70 beers and lively music. Heidi's favorite is the Sugarcane Mojito Bar, mixing up flavorful cocktails like our go-to raspberry guava and jalapeno cucumber mojitos. There is also the Cellars Wine bar, Maltings Whiskey Bar, and the upscale A-List Bar for martinis and Collins drinks. We stayed in a balcony stateroom, cabin 12178, for this Norwegian Encore Tour. This room had adequate storage and a familiar layout. Plus, a balcony is a must in Alaska. It allowed us to capture some fantastic videos and photos of the scenery. READ OUR COMPLETE NORWEGIAN ENCORE REVIEW BACK ON THE BLOG: https://eatsleepcruise.com/norwegian-encore-cruise-ship-scorecard-review/ TRENDING VIDEOS FROM EAT SLEEP CRUISE: Top Things to Do on Norwegian Encore: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mVqM51hoaVA 31 Cruise Mistakes You Never Want to Make: https://youtu.be/6MHk9_3YbmM 25 Expert Alaska Cruise Tips: https://youtu.be/wsQggXltN90 SUBSCRIBE to our channel above for the latest cruise tips, cruise reviews, packing guides, port guides, travel tips, and more. Join us on Social Media as we โ€œSea the World, One Port at a Time.โ€ Instagram: https://instagram.com/EatSleepCruise Facebook: https://facebook.com/EatSleepCruise Twitter: https://twitter.com/EatSleepCruise TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@eatsleepcruise Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/EatSleepCruise Royalty-Free Music Courtesy: https://www.epidemicsound.com/ #norwegianencore #alaskacruise #norwegiancruiseline