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Boarding NCL Encore to ALASKA!! NCL Test Cruise

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EECC Travels
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πŸ‘οΈ 101K viewsπŸ“… 5 years ago⏱️ 26:48

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Editorial Summary

The creators document their experience boarding the Norwegian Encore in Seattle for a test cruise heading toward Alaska. The journey begins with the pre-boarding requirements, including a COVID-19 nasal swab test and health screenings at the port. After receiving clearance, they board the ship, complete their mandatory safety muster, and settle into a balcony cabin. The creators provide a detailed walkthrough of their room, noting the layout of the bed, storage areas, and the balcony view. The video also features a review of the buffet food, including roasted meats and lasagna, and highlights the amenities available on the ship, such as the observation lounge and cocktail parties. As the ship sets sail, the creators reflect on the beauty of the Seattle skyline and the anticipation of seeing the Alaskan mountains. They conclude by watching a sunset from their private balcony, expressing that the travel process is worthwhile for the scenic experiences provided by cruising.

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₯ˆExpert Creator
❀️ Best for CoupleAlaska · Summer · 4 nightsFrom SeattleVeteran Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

we are about to jump on the encore and we see here let me flip you around

this is why we cruise right here if there's mountains and water and sunset and we've got our own little private balcony to sit out here and enjoy it

we're cruising to alaska that's so exciting yeah one of our favorite places to go in the world if not the favorite

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Register online for pre-boarding COVID test via email link
βœ“Bring your passport and vaccine cards for check-in
βœ“Use the in-room coffee maker to avoid going to the Lido deck

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

COVID testing and health screening process β€” Follow the email instructions, bring documents, and expect a nasal swab with 20-minute wait

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is a test cruise?
QHow does the boarding process work with COVID protocols?
QWhat is the cabin like on Norwegian Encore?

Topics Covered

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