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Norwegian Joy: Lots of PROS but some major CONS on Bermuda cruise

The Chill Cruiser
The Chill Cruiser
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👁️ 48K views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 15:50
What This Creator Said
Creator Had Mixed FeelingsFull Ship Review🥈Expert Creator
❤️ Best for CoupleOther · Summer · 7 nightsFrom New YorkVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

the Norwegian Joy offers great food entertainment and nightlife in addition to huge water slides and a two-story race track

with 4 000 plus people on board and sometimes tight spaces it all comes down to how you feel about crowds and pool availability

this was my fifth time sailing on Norwegian and my third time on a breakaway plus class ship

the pools are very small for a ship this size and some of the smallest in the fleet despite being one of the biggest ships

Creator's Tips & Advice

Consider if you can tolerate crowds before booking, especially during busy periods
If you want a relaxing pool experience, this ship may not be ideal
For families where pools aren't a priority and you don't mind extra fees, the Joy could work well

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Crowds and tight spacesBe prepared for crowded areas, especially on the pool deck and in elevators
Limited pool optionsDon't expect much pool time; consider the adult-only sun deck or Promenade area for relaxation

Questions This Creator Answers

QWho is the Norwegian Joy cruise ship best suited for?
QWhat are the major pros and cons of sailing on the Norwegian Joy?
QHow does the ship handle crowds and pool availability?

Topics Covered

Loyalty Program2½ Happy BaconValue Pricing1½ Sad BaconShip Condition2 Sad BaconCrowd Capacity3½ Sad BaconPool Deck3 Sad BaconEntertainment Shows3 Happy BaconDining Main4 Happy BaconDining Bars Drinks4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Bermuda3½ Happy Bacon
New York2½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

The Norwegian Joy has great food, entertainment and nightlife with massive waterslides and a racetrack. But with 4,000+ people in sometimes tight spaces, it gets very crowded - especially on the pool deck. In this review of my cruise from New York City to Bermuda, I dive into who the Joy is - and isn’t - for and summarize all the changes in store, including the fall cancellation of its marquee production show Footloose and a major dry dock update in winter 2024. #norwegiancruiseline #norwegianjoy #bermuda 🍽️ MENUS AND PROGRAMS Check out restaurant and bar menus and daily programs at https://thechillcruiser.blog 📓 CHAPTERS 00:00 Start 00:36 Intro 00:50 Bermuda itinerary 01:27 Identity crisis 02:12 Crowd & pool issues 03:14 Joy at a glance 05:23 Free at Sea 06:14 Access 07:32 Vibe 08:40 Cabin 09:07 Food 10:09 Drinks 10:50 Entertainment 11:42 Activities 12:13 Amenities 13:36 Technology 13:57 Casino 14:47 Service 15:04 Recommendations