Norwegian Escape Review
4.0 / 5.0
Norwegian Escape, Jan 2 - 9, 2016, First Time Cruiser; Must Read!!
Review for the Eastern Caribbean Cruise on Norwegian Escape
Winterfreak
First Time Cruiser • Age 40s
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Sail Date: Jan 2016
Cabin: Balcony Stateroom
My spouse (45) and I (39) traveled with four other friends who have cruised before, so this was all new to me. I am normally more of the all-inclusive 7 day Iberostar Riviera type of guy but it was time for a cruise. Norwegian was running a great deal to sail the Escape and I thought we might as well get a balcony room close to the action and cafeteria so we don't get lost or have to walk all day to get to places.
Boarding was painless and took about 15 minutes from the time our section was called. Our room was available at 1:15pm and our luggage showed up about 40 minutes later. Rizky was our room attendant and he did a great job ensuring our room was spotless. Room 15852 was at the top of the standard room levels and our balcony was one where the design of the ship pushed / angled out allowing a great view.
We left Miami and the part began. Trying to get a drink at the pool bar area could be challenging and I found if you stand at the ends of the bar rather than at the seats you get waited on quicker. When this bar is packed with guests waiting for a drink, go up to the 17th floor right above the lower pool bar and that seemed quicker.
Cabin Review
Balcony Stateroom
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Balcony Room 15852 was brand new and modern. The beds were comfy, however being on the 15th floor did have some down sides.
1) When the boat did roll side to side there was a shudder through the cabin all night that shook the bed as each wave hit the hull, this literally would cause the blankets on my bed to vibrate.
2) The hangers in the closet need rubber ends. Any time the ship moved, the hangars would bang off the back wall. Empty hangars ended up in the bottom of the closet.
3) Its nice to have spare pool towels in the pull out drawers under the couch.
4) As a first time cruiser with the ultimate drink package I thought even the beverages in the fridge were free... oh No. That Pepsi I drank $6.75.... Ouch!
5) Room 15852 was just in the hallway next to the stairs. Perfect location and one level up was the Garden cafeteria. Amazingly there was no noticeable noise from guests or crew at this location.
6) Bathroom and shower were perfect and I actually really liked the adjustable shower head and simple clean layout.
Port Reviews
St. Thomas
Great helmet dive. First time experiencing this design of under water fun. Lasted about 22 minutes of underwater time and the Coral Reef park was fun to see lizards and many colorful birds.
Tortola
Have to be a whiner and say Tortola would be a Port of Call I would spend grabbing a T-shirt and getting back on board and relaxing at the pool while the crowds are off the ship.
Miami
Go a day early and enjoy South Beach. What a great beach and fun time.
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