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    4.0 (6 reviews)

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    Howie X.

    We sailed NCL on May 5th from Seattle to Juneau , Alaska and then back to Victoria, BC . This was my first time with NCL and I was very excited to see the glacier in Alaska. I made no mistake in the view , it was great ! The ship was very clean and the staff were extremely friendly , most of them were contracted to the Philippines . The buffet was good but not great as the selections were very standard, the evening dining offered three complimentary dining rooms, the menu items changed daily but only a few dishes appeared new , again these servers were working at all outlets so you had a chance to meet them again on the same day . There were lots of items that you have to pay out of your pocket such as specialty restaurants, Starbucks , activities, etc . You do get 100 minutes free wifi before you have to purchase and that free 100 minutes run fast if you don't close your app and the Internet is expensive ! I loved their courtesy luggage valet service , where they will pick up your luggage from your stateroom and take them off the ship and drop off to the airport, plus check-in your flight 24 hours prior and NO WEIGHTS limit ( they want you to spend more and buy more ) . Overall , it was a good trip . The only thing I would still prefer is formal dinner reservations needed instead of casual free style dining , the service would be better and easy to control the seating flow . I would still love to sail with Princess Cruise, where the quality meets the service ! My next cruise trip has been booked with PCL to Singapore/ Malaysia/ Thailand and Vietnam for 16 days ! Looking forward to it !

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    James A.

    Debuting in 2019, the Norwegian Encore is a breakaway plus ship, able to house 4,000 passengers at full capacity, providing a great, value experience for passengers. Its godmother is the singer, Kelly Clarkson. It is the sister ship of the Norwegian Bliss, which we had taken through the Panama Canal earlier in the year. The set-up is very similar inside, consisting of 20 decks and the outside still having a bow (so it still looks like a ship, unlike the latest RCL boats which more resemble a land-based city). Because it was a cruise to Alaska late in the season, the outside areas couldn't really be used, resulting in everyone milling around inside (especially on sea days). Some of the outdoor unique features of the ship are water slides, go-cart track, and laser tag. - Deck 17, 18 is Haven (higher end, exclusive for customers. Has own restaurant, lounge, and sun area...someone could just stay in this area the whole time if they wanted to. - Deck 16 is the highest we needed to go: Garden buffet, outdoor aqua park, fitness center, and spa were there. Fitness center was OK. - Deck 15 and below have normal cabins. The vast majority are balcony. There are single suites as well in the inside. - Deck 8 has specialty restaurants and shops - Deck 7 has Encore theater, casino and main dining room (Manhattan room) - Deck 6 has Encore theater, and the two other main dining rooms (more intimate affairs) (Savor and Taste), along with Teppanyaki which was our pay, favorite restaurant In terms of my favorite part of the ship, it was the Local Bar. It is a sit-down complementary restaurant, with a large pub fare food. We went there a couple of times, and the early visit was a lot better...with excellent fish and chips, burgers, and buffalo wings. It is also open 24 hours, so if you get hungry, you can always find a place to eat.

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    This is a great way to experience a Seattle sunset. My friends and I decided to do a sunset sail…read moreand was impressed with the overall experience. This sailing was 2 hours long and the stays within Elliott Bay. Sailing Seattle has a fleet of 3 yachts. We were on a their largest vessel, S/V Obsession. This ocean racing yacht was designed by Sparkman & Stephens and was built for training US America's Cup teams. This yacht can accommodate up to 48 passengers and has a total length of 70ft. We boarded from Pier 56 and settled in for the 2 hour narrated journey. Boarding was seamless. The yacht has some non-slip surfaces and grab handles to help with balance and traction. Seats are first come first serve. After a brief safety demonstration on life vests, we set off on our sunset sail. This experience was further enhanced by their BYOB rule. We were allowed to bring our own snacks, wine, and beer. Our sailing path weaved in and out of ferry lanes and we completed some sharp turns, really showcasing the agility of the yacht. We pulled in after sunset providing everyone a beautiful nighttime view of downtown Seattle and waterfront. Service was fantastic. The crew was friendly and efficient. My biggest recommendation when doing the sunset cruise is to layer up (sweater/jacket) or even bring a nice blanket.

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    I cannot rave enough about how lovely our time with Enchantress Cruises was! I booked the dinner…read morecruise as a surprise for my husband's birthday. The experience was worth every penny and then some. The luxury, quality, and attention to detail is unmatched. Mark, the owner, was so attentive and a pleasure to work with. He took care of all the details and answered all my questions. The boat was beautiful and spacious for the two of us. We enjoyed the views and conversation with the crew immensely. My husband is a huge Sleepless in Seattle fan and the highlight of the evening was passing the floating house. The food was amazing. Everything was farm to fork fresh and prepared by a chef onboard. I highly recommend the crab cakes and homemade bourbon ice-cream. The pace of the evening was lovely, it didn't feel rushed or lagging. You could tell Mark worked hard to make sure that our experience from the moment we stepped aboard was seamless. He thought of everything, even providing a cozy blanket when the wind became a little chilly towards the end of the night. I cannot recommend Enchantress Cruises enough! Thank you for a lovely and memorable evening!

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    What to do on a late Sunday afternoon- spontaneous plans, I love it when my phone tracks my…read morelocation, saw a reel on Bainbridge Island and here we are hopping the ferry over! hehe . We scored street parking nearby and was free on a Sunday, next visit I plan to send the car over too, to Bainbridge Island. The Seattle Island Ferry provides ferry service between Seattle and Bainbridge island. The Washington State Ferries operate this route, with departures from Pier 52. The ferry ride/trip takes about 35 mins over to Bainbridge, departures starts at 5:30am and runs frequently throughout the day. Purchasing tickets, ($11.05 ) and boarding was quick and smooth. We sure enjoyed our round trip Ferry Ride, and loved the stunning, scenic views across Puget Sound, got a nice glimpse of Mt. Rainier, and even saw some wildlife sightings. truly amazing experience. The only junk part is not having enough time, I recommend starting out first thing in the morning so you have more time to explore Bainbridge Island. I want to go back on the ferry again, "the tomorrow is never promise, enjoying life moments," so grateful. Thank you to my phone for tracking me!

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