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Experience the Ultimate Hawaiian Adventure on NCL Pride of America Cruise

Paradise Falls Family
Paradise Falls Family
✨Casual
πŸ‘οΈ 42K viewsπŸ“… 2 years ago⏱️ 17:41

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Editorial Summary

The creator provides a comprehensive overview of a seven night Hawaiian cruise aboard the Pride of America with Norwegian Cruise Line. Following a week in Oahu, the family embarked on a journey intended to visit Maui, the Big Island, and Kauai. Due to wildfires in Maui, the itinerary was adjusted to include more time in Hilo, Kona, and Kauai. The creator explains that a cruise was chosen over inter-island flights to reduce the effort of traveling with children and to maximize time on each island by using the ship as a floating hotel. The video details the boarding process in Honolulu, the layout of the ship, and the experience of staying in an internal cabin. While the ship is noted as being older and less fancy than Disney cruise ships, the creator found it suitable for their needs. The summary covers onboard amenities such as the Splash Academy kids club, dining options like the Aloha Cafe, and the scenic experience of sailing along the Na Pali Coast. The creator concludes by discussing the service quality, the general atmosphere on board, and practical tips for disembarkation.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Pride of America
Solid Strip
All-time creator consensus for Pride of America
A Nibble

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

What This Creator Said
Creator RecommendsCruise Vlog✨Casual Creator
πŸ‘Ά Best for Family (Young Kids)Other Β· Summer Β· 7 nightsFrom HonoluluOccasional Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

we still had a wonderful time nonetheless

it was a lovely ship to spend the week on

we'd recommend it for other families and would definitely consider sailing with Norwegian Cruise Line again

the food was good quality with some decent options

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Bid for room upgrades early to avoid missing opportunities
βœ“Go early to get luggage tags for disembarkation to get off the ship earlier
βœ“Use the Norwegian Cruise Line app to pre-book and check in online

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Service quality β€” Service wasn't as bad as expected; understand staffing issues
Room size β€” Internal room was small but cozy; didn't feel need for larger room
Sea day activities β€” Ship not built for sea days; plan for kids club or deck relaxation

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the experience like on a Norwegian Cruise Line Pride of America Hawaiian cruise?
QHow does the ship compare to Disney cruises?
QWhat are the dining options and quality on board?
QHow to handle disembarkation and tipping?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

Hilo3 Happy Bacon
Honolulu3 Happy Bacon
Kauai3 Happy Bacon
Top: Nepali Coast cruise
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