We chose this cruise because of what people told about the Alaskan cruise. We chose Norwegian due to a good price. The Bliss was great and the crew nice and helpful, Our cabin was kept clean and my wife liked the towels made into animals setting on the bed. The food was really good. A lot of good music. We liked the ports and the excursions we took. First cruise in which I had to wear a coat. We did not travel with children.We arrived in Seattle Saturday morning and went to the Pike street market and to the big Ferris whee. Our wife's did some shopping and we ate at nice restaurants.Getting on and off the ship was no problem. We would consider going again but our next cruise will be in a warmer climate. And we will consider Norwegian cruise line again as we liked the Bliss and crew. The bartenders were great and fun to talk to.