Trying NCL After 20 Cruises on Royal Caribbean!

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The creators document their first experience with Norwegian Cruise Line aboard the brand new Norwegian Aqua. After transitioning from a long history of cruising with Royal Caribbean, they navigate the initial boarding process in Port Canaveral. The video covers their first impressions of the ship's luxurious vibe, the atrium, and the Starbucks located in the lobby. They detail the challenges of securing dining and show reservations during a hectic boarding day, which leads them to seek refuge in the calm main dining room. The creators explore various ship amenities, including the massive casino, the food hall, the observation lounge, and the extensive arcade and gaming areas. They also provide a detailed review of their balcony stateroom, noting the spacious bathroom and the view. The tour extends to the top deck, where they observe the Aqua Slide Coaster and the various pool areas. The video concludes with their first specialty dining experience at Kagney's steakhouse and their reflections on the ship's layout and amenities as they prepare for their first sea day.
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We are going on the NCL Aqua. We are in Port Canaveral for a 7 night cruise.
Our food was cold, which can also happen on Royal and Disney. It's kind of a buffet thing.
I'm mildly concerned about the lack of storage.
The layout is a little wonky for me, especially up top on the pool deck.
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