Norwegian Epic Review

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Just Didn't Measure Up to Expectations

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2-5 Cruises • Age 50s

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Sail Date: Sep 2010
Cabin: Family Balcony

Norwegian cruise line had a great deal for this specific sailing. We took the deal and decided to give "freestyle" cruising a try. Here is a summary of our likes and dislikes:

1. Because of the "freestyle" mentality, ship employees are less engaging of the passengers. You don't get the opportunity to get to know your room attendant or waiters. Its as if they purposefully keep their distance from you so that you can "freestyle". We may have seen our room attendant 2 times and both were from a distance. Of course, you never have the same waiters if you go to different restaurants each night.

2. Our room wasn't sparkling clean. The carpet had stains and the room was dusty. Very surprised by this since the ship was only a couple of months old.

Cabin Review

Family Balcony

All rooms have balconies. Supposedly we had a free upgrade, but our room was just above the life boats, therefore, you couldn't get a close view of the water when you looked over the balcony railing. The vanity sink was way too small. Just washing your hands sprayed water everywhere because it was too small. We liked the separate toilet and shower areas. Plenty of room in the shower. Plenty of storage and closet space.

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