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Norwegian Joy Cruise Review 2025 | Is NCL Worth It?

Jackson Jetsetting
Jackson Jetsetting
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πŸ‘οΈ 8K viewsπŸ“… 1 years ago⏱️ 11:03
What This Creator Said
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🧍 Best for SoloCaribbean · 2 nightsVeteran Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

This is my first time on board an NCL ship in about a decade.

Overall, I had a lovely time on board NCL, and there were a lot of things going for the Norwegian Joy.

Norwegian does kind of keep up with their reputation of nickel and dimming here.

The Norwegian Joy was a nice ship. I think it felt nice and new. It was wellmaintained and the crew were really nice.

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Grab an early zipline tour on Great Stirrup Cay to get off the ship early without a wait.
βœ“Keep in mind that many pools and experiences on the ship are behind a paywall.
βœ“If you're looking forward to having drinks on shore, expect long lines later in the day.

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Nickel-and-diming for extra charges β€” Do your research before boarding to avoid surprises.

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs the Norwegian Joy worth it?
QWhat is the experience like on a two-night voyage?
QHow does NCL's nickel-and-diming reputation play out on board?

Topics Covered

Embarkation2 Sad BaconValue Pricing1Β½ Sad BaconService Crew3 Happy BaconDining Specialty1 Sad BaconPool Deck1Β½ Sad BaconShip Condition3Β½ Happy BaconPort Destination2Β½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Great Stirrup Cay1 Happy Bacon
Top: Zipline tour ($140)
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The Norwegian Joy is one of the flashiest ships that NCL has, and I was excited to step on board for a two-night voyage to Great Stirrup Cay. Check out my thoughts of the entire experience, from a troubled embarkation to all the dining on board to the entertainment and more. Planning an NCL Cruise? Let us do it for you! https://www.jacksonjetsetting.com/book Full Ship Tour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8_IgbSXbTmQ NCL Joy Vlog: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-liC8rKY5JU