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ALASKA CRUISE FROM SEATTLE - (Cruising Documentary)

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Griff & Alyssa
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πŸ‘οΈ 241K viewsπŸ“… 4 years ago⏱️ 2:15:28

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Editorial Summary

This documentary follows a family on a multi-day Alaskan cruise aboard the Norwegian Encore, departing from Seattle. The creator documents the initial boarding process, including an upgrade to a balcony cabin and the efficiency of the onboard health testing. Throughout the voyage, the family explores various ship amenities such as the observation lounge, the Speedway go-karts, laser tag, and the Garden Cafe buffet. The video provides detailed reviews of dining experiences in the main dining rooms, including Taste, Manhattan, and Savor, as well as specialty dining at La Bistro and Las Lobos. Port excursions are a significant focus, featuring a bike tour in Skagway, a visit to Icy Strait Point, a tram ride in Juneau, and a snorkeling excursion in Ketchikan. The creator offers practical travel advice regarding internet packages, weather preparation, and the Port Valet service for luggage. The journey concludes with the family disembarking in Seattle, reflecting on the high quality of food and entertainment provided by the cruise line.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Norwegian Encore
Bacon Bliss
All-time creator consensus for Norwegian Encore
A Nibble

This review is more positive than the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
Creator RecommendsCruise VlogπŸ…Authority Creator
πŸ‘Ά Best for Family (Young Kids)Alaska Β· SummerFrom SeattleOccasional Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

this food is absolutely delicious what did you get owen

i would say book the encore at this point i can strongly highly recommend encore

it was a very smooth checkpoint for the elderly drilling seriously not elderly if you're not good with um computers or whatever you don't have to worry about everything was so smooth

i'm not prepared i do have plenty of sweaters but today was supposed to be in the 70s and it's 57 degrees that's cold y'all

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Bring waterproof layers and extra socks for Alaska excursions
βœ“Buy internet packages before boarding to save money
βœ“Book the Norwegian Encore for an Alaska cruise
βœ“Allow extra time to disembark and reach town in Ketchikan

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Cold weather in Alaska β€” Pack layers, waterproof gear, and extra socks; the water is cold but wetsuits work well for snorkeling
Getting off the ship in port takes time β€” Allow at least an hour after disembarking to reach town, especially in Ketchikan

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the embarkation process like for a Norwegian cruise from Seattle?
QIs the Norwegian Encore a good ship for an Alaska cruise?
QWhat should I pack for an Alaska cruise?
QHow cold is it on an Alaska cruise in summer?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

Icy Strait Point4Β½ Happy Bacon
Top: Whale Watching
Juneau4 Happy Bacon
Top: Tram Ride to Mountain Top ($25 per person)
Ketchikan3Β½ Happy Bacon
Top: Snorkeling in Alaska
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