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Norwegian Cruise Line: 11 Nights Cruising the British Isles, Netherlands & Belgium on NCL Dawn

Travel Blog Jamie
Travel Blog Jamie
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πŸ‘οΈ 39K viewsπŸ“… 11 months ago⏱️ 53:44

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Editorial Summary

The creator documents the beginning of an 11 night voyage aboard the Norwegian Dawn, sailing through the British Isles, the Netherlands, Belgium, and France. The video covers the initial embarkation process at the Horizon Cruise Terminal in Southampton, including check-in and boarding experiences. The creator provides a tour of the ship's amenities, such as the saltwater pool, various lounges, and the atrium, while also reviewing an interior stateroom. Food is a central theme, with detailed reviews of the buffet, main dining rooms, and specialty dining at Los Lobos. The creator explains the More at Sea package, detailing its inclusions like drinks and specialty dining. The footage also features a port day in Edinburgh, where the creator demonstrates how to travel economically using local trams rather than expensive ship excursions. The video concludes with a review of an evening entertainment show and a dining experience in the main dining room, setting the stage for the remainder of the cruise series.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Norwegian Dawn
Solid Strip
All-time creator consensus for Norwegian Dawn
Barely Crispy

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

What This Creator Said
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🧍 Best for SoloNorthern_europe · Summer · 11 nightsFrom SouthamptonVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I'm about to check in for an 11 night cruise on board Norwegian Dawn in she dinky.

I know nothing about Norwegian Dawn. Nada. I've done no research and you might think that's awful, but I am going to be experiencing everything for the very first time along with you lot.

I think those tacos were up there with some of the best I've ever had anywhere on this planet.

It's your cruise. It's your vacation. It's your holiday. Do what you want. As long as you're not upsetting anyone else, of course. Go with the flow. Chillax the hell out and enjoy yourself.

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Use the more at sea package for specialty dining in the most expensive venues.
βœ“Book castle tickets in advance to avoid sell-outs.
βœ“Take the tram from New Haven to Edinburgh for a cheaper alternative to NCL shuttles.

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Inside cabin size and comfort β€” It's compact but fine for one person, with good storage and air conditioning.
Pool water temperature β€” The pool is saltwater with warm water jets and was comfortable.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the experience like on Norwegian Dawn for an 11-night British Isles cruise?
QHow does the more at sea package work?
QWhat are the independent excursion options in Edinburgh?

Topics Covered

Excursions4 Sad BaconService Crew4Β½ Happy BaconValue Pricing2Β½ Happy BaconEmbarkation4 Happy BaconCabin Interior2 Happy BaconPool Deck3Β½ Happy BaconDining Specialty4Β½ Happy BaconDining Buffet3 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Edinburgh4 Happy Bacon
Top: Blooming Shuttle from New Haven to Edinburgh ($129)
New Haven3 Happy Bacon
Southampton2Β½ Happy Bacon
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