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We Just Got Off the NCL Bliss…Here Are Our HONEST Thoughts #NorwegianCruiseLine #CruiseLife#Cruising

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👁️ 565 views📅 5 months ago⏱️ 27:30
What This Creator Said
Creator Had Mixed FeelingsFull Ship Review🥈Expert Creator
OtherFrom Los AngelesFirst-Time Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

I didn't care that there was a 3% sir charge to use my um onboard account at the casino.

There is no dedicated pizza on this ship at all. Anywhere.

The Haven experience... made the cruise for us.

We would absolutely book another NCL cruise tomorrow or today. And that is the Haven experience.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Consider bidding for a Haven suite upgrade for a better experience.
Get drinks early before shows, as drink service stops when shows start.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Casino feesBe aware of surcharges for using onboard account at casino.
Food optionsPlan for limited grab-and-go food; use specialty dining or buffet.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the pros and cons of the Norwegian Bliss?
QIs the Haven experience worth it on NCL?
QHow does NCL compare to other cruise lines like Carnival and Royal Caribbean?

Topics Covered

Dining Specialty1½ Happy BaconService Crew2 Happy BaconValue Pricing1½ Sad BaconPool Deck2 Happy BaconEntertainment Activities2½ Happy BaconShip Condition1 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Cabo
Los Angeles
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Sad Bacon — creators took issue with this
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Scale: 0–5 strips in half-step increments. 0 = “meh”, 5 = “bacon bliss”. Aggregated from creator-review sentiment, weighted by channel expertise.

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YouTube Video Description

We just disembarked the Norwegian Bliss, and on the drive home from the Port of Los Angeles, we’re breaking it all down in one of our signature Debarkation Debriefs. This was our first-ever cruise with Norwegian Cruise Line, and in this video we talk honestly about: What we liked and didn’t like about the Norwegian Bliss Surprising policies (casino fees, drink service, food options) The lack of grab-and-go food and dedicated pizza Go-karts, ship layout, and onboard vibes And most importantly… The Haven experience — and how it completely changed this cruise for us We also answer the big question: 👉 Would we sail Norwegian Cruise Line again? Since this was our first NCL cruise, we’d love to hear from you. Have you sailed the Bliss, Encore, Prima, or another NCL ship? Is this typical for Norwegian — or did we just have a Bliss-specific experience? If you enjoy honest cruise reviews, ship tours, port days, and cruise tips, subscribe and join the Lido Hoppers crew! 🛳️💙 📺 Watch Our Full Bliss Series Here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRYSVM_zsh39qlVn5DUFS8OFgPkt4ZDn2 📸 Follow us on Instagram: @LidoHoppers ☕ Support the channel: https://buymeacoffee.com/lidohoppers ✈️ We’re also travel advisors — reach out if you’d like help booking your next cruise adventure! https://lidohoppers.com/ As an Amazon affiliate we earn a small commission on items that you purchase at no additional cost to you. This helps our channel grow. Thank you in advance! Video Equipment Used to Make this Video: ✅ DJI Osmo Pocket 3 - https://amzn.to/3QQwKM6 ✅ DJI Battery Handle - https://amzn.to/3FKOmXo ✅ DJI Mic 2 Bluetooth Microphone - https://amzn.to/42byiFN ✅ DJI Osmo Mini Tripod - https://amzn.to/4iN8qqT ✅ Ulanzi Extendable Tripod - https://amzn.to/4jacSQb ✅ Magnetic Mount - https://amzn.to/4iFPUAu ✅ DJI Osmo Case - https://amzn.to/3FHeRgu Chapters: 0:00 Debarkation Debrief Begins 0:12 Getting Off the Norwegian Bliss 0:44 First-Time NCL Expectations 1:27 Casino Fees Shock 3:17 Shopping Layout & Merchandise 4:30 Public Bathrooms & Ship Design 5:06 Ship Model & Hidden Details 5:45 Horizon Park Highlights 6:42 Vibe Beach Club Thoughts 7:54 Pool Deck Food Frustrations 8:11 No Dedicated Pizza?! 9:44 Specialty Dining vs Included Food 11:16 Go-Karts Experience 12:08 Why We’d Book NCL Again 12:18 Enter The Haven 13:20 Haven Upgrade Story 13:49 Haven Community Feel 15:54 Haven vs General Population 16:56 Haven Dining Experience 17:34 Butler Perks & Balcony Breakfast 18:26 Haven Pool & Lounge Areas 19:54 Haven Sundeck & Seating 21:12 Haven Show Access 22:14 Theater Drink Rules 22:48 Final NCL Verdict 23:42 Would We Sail NCL Again? 24:56 Christina’s Final Thoughts 26:00 Bliss vs Quantum Comparison 26:34 Wrap-Up & What’s Next #NCLBliss #NorwegianBliss #NCLCruise #NorwegianCruiseLine #CruiseReview #CruiseDebrief #CruiseTips #CruiseVlog #HavenSuite #NCLHaven #LidoHoppers #CruiseLife #Cruising