Chose because of embarkation port in NYC. We live in Brooklyn. Embarkation was delayed, but went fairly quickly. NCL provided water, or juice and snacks.
The ship was very clean.
Our cabin was fine and had large balcony with 2 loungers, side table and large table with 2 chairs; we loved it.
Cabin steward did an acceptable job and was attentive.
Negatively, no towel ...
We stayed in Newark at Springhill suites. Very nice place to stay. We used a car service to go to the port. Embarkation was delayed but went smoothly. The ship had illness before us so had to be deep cleaned. First three days they served you in the Garden cafeteria so was a little hectic. Ship is beautiful. I stayed in the solo cabins which are wonderful!!! The main shows were very good. The rest ...
As a latitude reward member of NCL i chose this cruise because other experiences with NCL was good. I have also resolved to cruise during the Thanksgiving period (been doing so for the past 3 years). Thus, I decided to experience this ship because I heard it is beautiful. I also planned on taking the Alaska cruise on this ship next year (not sure now with the experience).
I wanted to plan my ...
We have cruised twice before on Holland America and once with Royal Caribbean and were generally satisfied but this was by far the worst of the four cruises. The problems included:
1) We routinely had to wait 25+ minutes to eat dinner at the complimentary restaurants because the ship has insufficient dining space. When added to the 25+ typical wait for food because of insufficient kitchen ...
So I was told after the fact that this was the first re positioning cruise for this ship. I think the ship is to big for me. There was not enough seats in the atrium. Guests were pushing people to get to seats. Elevators were always crowded. Someone made a suggestion to put escalators in to relieve the overcrowded elevators. Our last day on board was very cold so everyone was inside. This ...
We booked the Bliss for our annual family Thanksgiving cruise, but were greatly dissatisfied by the on-board service level, particularly the food service. This was by far the poorest service we have received on any cruise line/ship. And since food is a big part of a cruise, when that is poor, it pulls down the whole experience.
Cabin: 8126 and neighboring cabins have very large balconies, ...
This was my first time sailing with NCL.
Good:
The ship/Bliss was amazing. Loved the pool, hot-tubs, variety of places. Observation deck, mini-suite.
The staff was always kind and willing to help. I felt the staff tried to go above and beyond when needed.
Enjoyed the proposed itinerary.
Liked the 2-beverages on premium package. (nice my husband or I could order for each other, ...
We used NCL air/hotel arrangements and also transfers with great satisfaction.
The Bliss is a very big ship, the biggest of NCL and also very recent, 2017. Very modern and luxurious it offers a lot of outdoor activities, as much for children as for adults. The big-production shows were Broadway's quality. The food in all the restaurants was very good, even at the buffet, with a lot of ...
Things that were done right:
1. Staff from the top to the bottom were great. Friendly, fun, and helpful
2. Embarkation was smooth as butter. Wouldn't change a thing!
3. Loved the modern (but not ultra-modern) decor.
4. Always felt safe on the ship
5. Stateroom (balcony) was just right. Not too small and the bathroom was excellent.
6. Leaving and returning to ship on ports days ...
I personally love all kinds of infrastructure. The Panama Canal has been in my bucket list for quite sometimes. Going for 21 days, coast to coast and through the Panama Canal locks, this is probably the best cruise in my opinion. The price was right. The ports of call were amazing. Since I knew most of the restaurant and bar staff on this ship from my last cruise to Alaska in May, my cruise went ...