My daughter granddaughter and I just returned from cruising on the ncl escape. The ship is beautiful and super clean as it is a new ship. The food on this cruise was exceptional in the " free" dining rooms as well as the speciality dining rooms. We had the 4 speciality dinners dining package as well as the alcohol package and both delivered! We had a room on the 8th floor ( only 31 rooms on this floor) and loved it. We had a very large balcony that included 2 lounges, 2 chairs and 1 table. The location of the room was near bars and restaurants. Entertainment was also top notch.. Our favorite was After Midnight. Don't miss this one.. I have been on 23 cruises and would rate this one at the top. The ports were fine.. Nassau, Tortola and St. Thomas.. Pretty much chose this cruise for the ship.