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Norwegian Encore 2023 | Experience the First 24 Hours Onboard my First NCL Cruise | Initial Review

thiscruiselife
thiscruiselife
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๐Ÿ‘๏ธ 14K views๐Ÿ“… 2 years agoโฑ๏ธ 18:38
What This Creator Said
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๐Ÿง Best for SoloOtherFrom SeattleFirst-Time Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

I will tell you I knew at that time I would be back for many more throughout the week it was my the best drink that I had tried yet on board

I would give the solo experience a solid five ships out of five ships just an awesome experience

I slept so well on board it was dark cuz we love our interior rooms the bed was comfortable

I have to call it the food the food in the buffet the food in the dining rooms for dinner as well as for breakfast it was outstanding

Creator's Tips & Advice

โœ“Ask for the matrid or sommelier if you need help with the free bottle of wine perk
โœ“Use the solo coordinator to connect with other solo travelers and get activity highlights
โœ“Go to the buffet on embarkation day for a good meal despite the crowds

๐Ÿ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Navigating the ship layout โ€” Be prepared to go up or down flights of steps to navigate due to closed hallways
Using the free bottle of wine perk โ€” Ask for the matrid or sommelier as staff may not know about the perk
Starbucks wait times โ€” The myth of long lines is debunked; you can get drinks quickly

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the first 24 hours like on a Norwegian Encore cruise?
QHow does the solo traveler experience work on Norwegian Cruise Line?
QWhat is the embarkation process like at Seattle cruise terminal?

Topics Covered

Dining Bars Drinks4 Happy BaconService Crew1ยฝ Happy BaconEmbarkation2 Sad BaconSafety MedicalMehDining Buffet4ยฝ Happy BaconDining Main4 Happy BaconCabin Interior3ยฝ Happy BaconEntertainment Activities4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Seattle1ยฝ Sad Bacon
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YouTube Video Descriptionโ†“

I share my complete thoughts 24 hours into my first-ever Norwegian Cruise Line sailing. There were several things that really annoyed me during the first 24 hours, but several things that made up for those experiences. There's TONS of photos, videos, and commentary about my first 24 hours onboard. If you're thinking about sailing Norwegian Cruise Lines, check out my Norwegian Encore 2023 review of the first 24 hours onboard. I'll be posting my full review of what I loved, didn't love, and hated later this month once I have all of the content pulled together from the week-long Norwegian Encore Alaska cruise sailing. Let me know your thoughts in the comments below. Do you agree with what I experienced? Have you had a different experience? Or do you have questions? Drop me a note; we respond to every comment! -Mark #norwegianencore #norwegiancruise #review #cruiseship #cruiselife #cruise #24hours