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Norwegian Star Embarkation Day, Solo Christmas Cruise 2025

The Jolly Cruise Vlogger
The Jolly Cruise Vlogger
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👁️ 508 views📅 4 months ago⏱️ 11:16
What This Creator Said
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🧍 Best for SoloCaribbean · Winter · 4 nightsFrom TampaVeteran Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

This is my first time on the Norwegian Star and I can tell you it will not be my last. I absolutely love this ship.

Definitely going underneath the Skyway Bridge at night is one of the best benefits of going out of the Port of Tampa.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book a guaranteed balcony for a good deal.
Check out the Christmas decorations in the atrium.
Watch the sail away party on the Leo deck.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Ship might be too old or small.The ship has a nice blend of classic elegance and modern features, and it's the perfect size for a great cruise.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat happens on an almost 25-year-old ship?
QWill it have enough to keep me occupied?
QIs the ship too old and too small for someone to have a great cruise?

Topics Covered

Ship Condition4 Happy BaconCrowd Capacity4 Happy BaconPool Deck3½ Happy BaconCabin Balcony4½ Happy BaconEntertainment Shows4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Tampa4½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

Embarkation Day is always a tiring day for me, but this was one of the easiest Embarkation Days that I have ever had. But what happens once I am on an almost 25 year old ship? Will it have enough to keep me occupied? Is the ship too old and too small for someone to have a great cruise? Watch and find out my first thoughts on this ship, my cabin, the food and shows as well as everything else. And don't forget the biggest highlight of going out of the port of Tampa, going under the Skyway Bridge. No matter how many times, it still feels that we will hit the underside of the bridge. Thank you @norwegiancruiseline for the wonderful gifts in the cabin for me. They for sure made this cruise that much better than I knew it was going to be! Intro theme “The Jolly Cruise Vlogger” written by @Pandbswideworldofports Patcrick Gribben. Music by Suno. Subscribe to the channel and lets discuss the industry that we all love through news updates, daily vlogs, ship tours and shorts. Invest in the memories you make on a cruise. Take a cruise, love on your loved ones, make memories because unfortunately, tomorrow is never promised. Follow The Jolly Cruise Vlogger on all social media TikTok, Instagram and Facebook Subscribe to see why a cruise day is better than a work day any day! About The Jolly Cruise Vlogger: I enjoy exploring the world through cruising. Currently have 18 cruises sailed and always have 2-3 more booked to look forward to. I get great joy out of seeking the less popular ships, ports, or things to do on the ship and letting you know that there is so much more to explore than you first think. We release a new cruise vlog every Saturday morning at 9:00 am EST. And sometimes through the week when important events happen. So make sure that you hit the notification bell so you will see the clogs first! For collaboration inquiries, please email me at: thejollycruisevlogger@gmail.com #ncl #norwegiancruiseline #portoftampa #sparkmanwharf #nclstar #christmas #christmascruise #solocruise