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This time I tried something a little different in The Haven on NCL -- Norwegian Joy

Jim Zim
Jim Zim
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πŸ‘οΈ 37K viewsπŸ“… 6 years ago⏱️ 11:22

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Editorial Summary

The creator provides a detailed review of the Haven experience on the Norwegian Joy, specifically comparing different cabin categories within this exclusive area. He explains that the Haven offers amenities such as a private observation lounge, a courtyard with a glass dome, a dedicated lounge with specialized bartenders, concierge services, and a quiet sun deck with included drinks. The video focuses on the transition from staying in Haven spa suites to booking a Haven courtyard penthouse suite. The creator notes that while spa suites are more affordable, they are located away from the central Haven area, whereas the penthouse suite is situated directly in the heart of the amenities. He highlights the significant size advantage of the penthouse balcony compared to other categories and provides a tour of the suite's interior, including the storage capacity, lighting, and electrical outlet configurations. The creator concludes by recommending the larger balcony option within the penthouse category and inviting viewers to join an upcoming group cruise.

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Bacon Bliss
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A Nibble

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Creator's Key Takeaways

this uncrowded luxurious courtyard area is one of my favorite things about the norwegian joy by my standards one of the best cruise ships in the world

I've stayed in the Haven uh Norwegian Cruise Line six different times now on six different NCL ships

this time around on Norwegian joy I decided to book what's known as a Haven courtyard penthouse suite

all in all we were quite pleased with our suite it's a haven courtyard penthouse suite category h5

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Book a Haven courtyard penthouse suite for better location and bigger balcony
βœ“Use a travel agent to avoid rookie mistakes and handle problems
βœ“Get the suite with the big balcony (cabin 17718) for the same price

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the difference between a Haven spa suite and a Haven courtyard penthouse suite?
QWhat are the benefits of staying in The Haven on Norwegian Joy?
QHow does the Haven experience compare to regular passenger areas?

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