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I TRIED THE $47/NIGHT CRUISE (Norwegian Jade)

Cassie Aran
Cassie Aran
✨Casual
πŸ‘οΈ 90K viewsπŸ“… 8 months ago⏱️ 19:41

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Editorial Summary

The creator evaluates a seven day cruise on the Norwegian Jade departing from California to Mexico, which initially cost forty seven dollars per night. After accounting for taxes and fees, the total cost reached eighty five dollars per night for two people. The video documents a variety of experiences, including a tour of the basic cabin accommodations, dining reviews, and an exploration of ship amenities such as the pool deck, hot tubs, and theater shows. The creator follows a personal rule to use the stairs instead of the elevator and attempts to try every free activity available on board. Food quality is a major focus, with the creator testing gluten free options provided by the ship's dietitian and rating various meals from the buffet and specialty restaurants. The itinerary includes stops in Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan, and Cabo San Lucas. During a port excursion, the creator also details an unexpected encounter with an injured bird that required veterinary care. Ultimately, the creator concludes that the cruise offers excellent value, rating the overall experience a nine out of ten due to the solid amenities and quality food.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

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

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

What This Creator Said
Creator RecommendsFull Ship Review✨Casual Creator
❀️ Best for CoupleOther · 7 nightsFrom San DiegoOccasional Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

This is the Norwegian Jade, and today I'm boarding with my stepmom, Karen.

For $47 a night, honestly, I'll take it.

Food was honestly overall great, and the stops on the itinerary were packed with things to do.

I'd rate it a 9 out of 10.

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Try every free thing on board to determine if it's the best or worst cruise deal.
βœ“Use stairs instead of the elevator for a challenge.
βœ“Ask about gluten-free options if you have dietary restrictions.

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Food quality on the ship β€” Try multiple restaurants and free options to find the best meals.

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs a $47 a night cruise out of California too good to be true?
QWhat does a $47 a night cruise look like?

Topics Covered

Dining Main4Β½ Happy BaconDining Buffet2Β½ Happy BaconCabin Interior3Β½ Happy BaconPool Deck2 Happy BaconValue Pricing4Β½ Happy BaconDining Specialty4Β½ Happy BaconEntertainment Shows4 Happy BaconEntertainment Activities3 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Cabo San Lucas4 Happy Bacon
Top: Glass bottom boat tour ($20)
Mazatlan3Β½ Happy Bacon
Puerto Vallarta4 Happy Bacon
Top: Bird rescue and vet visit ($600)
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