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Cruising to Alaska in 2021 - Norwegian Encore Haven Review - Is it a Good Time to Cruise?

Tim at Sea - Videos
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👁️ 9K views📅 4 years ago⏱️ 41:39
What This Creator Said
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🧍 Best for SoloAlaska · Fall · 7 nightsVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

i was pretty much the only one in there i never saw a single person in the pool the entire time

i personally think it's a wonderful time to be cruising when there's just so many fewer people on the ship

the crew itself on the cruise ship is just phenomenal

Creator's Tips & Advice

Upgrade to a balcony for Alaska scenery
Arrive early for prime viewing spots
Pack a rain jacket and umbrella
Bring binoculars for wildlife viewing

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

COVID testing and protocolsProcess is quick and seamless; vaccination required for this sailing
Choosing a cabin categoryTry the Upgrade Advantage program to bid for upgrades at a good rate

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs it a good time to cruise to Alaska in 2021?
QWhat is the Haven experience like on Norwegian Encore?
QHow do Norwegian's COVID protocols work?
QWhat dining and entertainment options are available?
QIs the Upgrade Advantage program worth it?

Topics Covered

Ship Condition4 Happy BaconService Crew4½ Happy BaconDining Specialty4½ Happy BaconEntertainment Activities4 Happy BaconBooking Process4 Happy BaconCabin Suite4½ Happy BaconPool Deck4½ Happy BaconEmbarkation4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Icy Strait Point4 Happy Bacon
Top: Nature Hike
Juneau4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Luxury Whale Watch
Ketchikan3½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

I recently returned from a 7-day Alaskan cruise on the Norwegian Encore in September 2021. Thanks to the Norwegian Upgrade Advantage program, I won a room upgrade bid and was able to stay in The Haven for the first time. In this video, I share my whole cruise experience with you, including new safety and Covid protocols, embarkation, The Haven experience, dining, entertainment, activities, shore excursions, and much more! I also go into detail about how the Upgrade Advantage program works so you can learn how to potentially save some money on your next Norwegian cruise. Finally, I provide some tips and tricks for maximizing your Alaskan cruise voyage. I hope you enjoy and if you have any questions or comments, please leave them below. ---------------------- Video Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction 2:21 - Covid protocols 3:42 - Haven checkin and embarkation 6:01 - Cabin information / review 8:12 - Haven perks and private spaces 10:51 - Main dining rooms 11:24 - Specialty restaurants 14:04 - Other food options 16:55 - Entertainment 18:00 - Activities 20:08 - Casino 21:01 - Spa 21:42 - Summary of activities 22:17 - Freestyle cruising 23:15 - Ports and shore excursions 30:04 - What I liked and didn't like 36:11 - Upgrade Advantage program 38:53 - Tips for Alaskan cruising 40:20 - Wrapping up ---------------------- Tim at Sea is a channel devoted to all things cruising. You'll find ship and cabin tours, tips and tricks, cruise line comparisons, reviews of restaurants and excursions, and much more! I'm an introverted person who typically cruises solo, so my opinions and content will be geared a little more towards this audience, though anyone can benefit from the content of my videos. I have several more cruises planned on multiple different cruise lines over the next few months and I look forward to sharing information and my unbiased opinions on them. I'd be honored if you would subscribe to my channel. Thank you! ---------------------- Other videos from this cruise: Is The Haven worth the extra cost?: https://youtu.be/j1ElI3rxC-s The Haven Courtyard Penthouse with Large Balcony Cabin Tour: https://youtu.be/EUwt6nfWS4o ---------------------- Connect with me! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CruiseWithTim Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cruisewithtim/ Shipmate: timatsea Email: hello@timatsea.com ---------------------- I would really appreciate it if you would like my video and subscribe!