Norwegian Encore Isn’t the Right Fit For Our Next Alaska Cruise (Review)

Road Warrior Rick

Road Warrior Rick

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Norwegian Cruise Line

Norwegian Encore

What This Creator Said

1½ Happy Bacon

Creator Had Mixed FeelingsFull Ship Review🥉Knowledgeable CreatorSponsored

Alaska · 7 nightsFrom SeattleVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

The Norwegian Encore is easily one of the most popular mega ships in Alaska, and after our recent sailing, it gave us one of our favorite vacations of all time

It quickly became clear that the crew was incredibly stressed, understaffed, and overworked, which meant we waited absolute eternity for our food.

The shuttle lines, the remote docking locations, and that incredibly tight Ketchikan window, those are just things we don't want to deal with on our next trip.

Outside of an Alaska itinerary, the Encore probably isn't a ship I'd personally book again.

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Use the Norwegian app to make specialty dining reservations to skip long lines on board.

✓Book at least one balcony room for a group to ensure everyone can enjoy the scenery comfortably.

✓To avoid crowds at the Observation Lounge on Glacier Bay day, arrive by 6:00 a.m.

✓Monitor the ship's bow cam on your cabin TV to time your descent to the front of the ship for glacier viewing.

✓Pack multiple layers and water-resistant shoes for Alaska shore excursions.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Glacier Bay access — Choose a line like Norwegian that has permits to enter Glacier Bay if it is a non-negotiable for you.

Port logistics and lines — Factor in at least one full hour to get off the ship and through shuttle lines in ports like Juneau.

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs the Norwegian Encore a good fit for an Alaska cruise?

QWhat are the pros and cons of sailing on the Norwegian Encore in Alaska?

QHow do the ports in Alaska work for Norwegian cruises?

QIs the entertainment on the Norwegian Encore worth it?

Topics Covered

Port Destination1½ Sad BaconEntertainment Shows1 Sad BaconService Crew2½ Sad BaconEntertainment Nightlife3 Happy BaconDining Main1 Happy BaconDining Specialty2 Happy BaconDining Buffet½ Happy BaconEntertainment Activities2½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Victoria, British Columbia3 Happy Bacon

Juneau1 Sad Bacon

Top: Mendenhall Glacier helicopter tour

Ketchikan3½ Sad Bacon

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