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πŸ‘οΈ 37K viewsπŸ“… 6 years ago⏱️ 4:02

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Editorial Summary

The creator discusses recent operational issues involving the Norwegian Star, noting that many passengers have reported unusual occurrences over the last six months. According to the video, the ship has missed ports or undergone itinerary changes on approximately 85 percent of its cruises during this period. While the cruise line maintains that the ship is in good condition and that there are no engine problems, the creator observes that itineraries for early 2020 have already been modified to include ports that are closer together. This pattern has led to passenger frustration, particularly regarding the lack of communication and inconsistent compensation. Some travelers have received refunds or future cruise credits, while others have received nothing due to waivers included in ticket contracts. The creator suggests that the frequency of these changes may lead some to suspect more severe mechanical issues than are being officially reported. Despite these concerns, the video notes that the ship is currently offering very low prices for upcoming sailings. The creator concludes by advising travelers that while these deals are excellent for those who simply want to cruise, those with specific ports in mind should consider other ships until the situation with the Norwegian Star is resolved.

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How This Review Compares

This review's score for Norwegian Star
Not Their Favorite
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A Nibble

This review is more critical than the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
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Creator's Key Takeaways

it's missed you know it's had itinerary changes or miss ports on 85% of the cruises in the last six months

definitely does seem to be something wrong if you're missing that many ports and that many itineraries

a lot of people are getting a little upset because a lot of times they're not being told that this is gonna happen

you can get some really really good deals going forward in January February March on the Norwegian stars

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Be prepared that you might not get to the ports you're expecting on Norwegian Star.
βœ“Consider another ship if you have your heart set on a particular port.
βœ“Look for good deals on Norwegian Star cruises in January, February, or March.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat's wrong with the Norwegian Star cruise ship?
QWhy has the Norwegian Star been missing ports and changing itineraries?

Topics Covered

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