We are relatively new cruisers at age 60, with the Epic being our fifth cruise; first on NCL. We have loved every cruise line we have sailed with. For instance: we love the terry cloth bathrobes provided for each passenger on Carnival, the funny and friendly "relationship" with the cruise director (specifically, John Heald on the spectacular Carnival Splendor) We missed that on the Epic. Although it was fun, the upbeat attitude, jokes and lively music was missing on the Epic. Epic's food was as good as any other.

The free style dining was great. Not having to adhere to any schedule... The down side being no " bonding" with the wait staff or nightly dining with new friends. We managed to do both regardless but it was more difficult to achieve. Another plus: NCL offers both hard and soft ice cream at no charge like others.

Cirque Dinner Theater: Glad we saw it- the cute lady who changes outfits was great - how did she do that?? Read more