Know THIS Before Sailing Norwegian Cruise Line | Norwegian Cruise Tips

Are you thinking about sailing Norwegian Cruise Line 2020? Not exactly sure what to expect? We'll break down everything YOU need to know before sailing with Norwegian cruise lines and give you our best Norwegian cruise tips on the Norwegian Breakaway!
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On our recent Norwegian cruise we had the pleasure to be in a Norwegian breakaway balcony room and tried all the amazing amenities of this ship including the buffet, food, spa and of course the wonderful rooms.
Sit back and relax while we give you a tour and tell you all about what to expect on Norwegian Cruise Line 2020 and of course
We have broken our tips into a few categories:
1. Dining & Drinks (packages, complimentary and specialty dining, whats included)
2. Entertainment (shows, water slides, high ropes course, rock climbing, dances)
3. Staterooms
4. Ship Features (kids areas, splash academy, spa, pools)
5. Norwegian Cruise Line Specific (the Haven, dress code, upgrades)
We will take you through these categories and explain our thoughts and what we believe are the things you MUST remember before sailing with Norwegian Cruise Lines in 2019.
From how their pricing works, their onboard wifi speeds and latency to dining facilities and how to make the best use of those few power outlets in your staterooms we have all the tips and tricks you will need for you Norwegian Cruise Line [NCL] holiday!
Do you agree? Do you disagree? Let us know in the comments below and happy travels!
This video is not specific to that ship or any such as the Bliss, Getaway, Dawn, Gem or Epic.
#CruiseNorwegian

[@TheresaDuck]

Just sailed my first ever cruise on Norwegian Breakaway. I found the whole experience to be thrilling. Nothing negative to say. I can’t wait to sail next time on the Joy. Anyone who cooks me great food and does the dishes will get A+

[@TravelingFlamingo]

lol that is so true! So glad you had a great first cruise 🚢 welcome to the cruising family.

[@artsiecrafty4164]

You didn’t mention that they have the Solo cabins and Solo Lounge. Wonderful for a single traveler. There was a crew member to hold evening get together who escorted a group of us to dinner each evening. I loved it, and this alone would keep me cruising with NCL.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

VERY good point! We'll make sure we mention it in upcoming videos. Thanks!!

[@lerhondajones-bates3324]

can you tell me a little more about solo cabins/solo lounge, and what this statement means: There was a crew member to hold evening get together who escorted a group of us to dinner each evening. ... i don't really understand what you are saying here...i'm going to be solo and i'm just wondering....thanks in advance :-)

[@TravelingFlamingo]

The Solo cabins are smaller rooms that fit a single guest. Usually on a cruise ship you pay for a cabin based on "double occupancy" so lets say its $1000 per person, then you MUST pay $2000. Even if you are traveling alone. The Solo cabins allow for single travellers to get their own rooms, not have to share and spend less money. There is also a specific lounge area just for solo travellers as well, here is some information from the Norwegian Cruise Line website: www.ncl.com/ca/en/why-cruise-norwegian/cruise-accommodations/studios. Hope that helps clarify!

[@lerhondajones-bates3324]

@@TravelingFlamingo u r the best

[@shanoriya]

You don’t get the same perks tho

[@user-vh1si2zl9w]

I’m 21 and I sailed the pearl to costa maya and Belize and had the time of my life. I paid for it myself and it was affordably priced. The premium beverage package meant all my alcoholic drinks were included. I would recommend Norwegian highly to anyone and have to my friends and family. Food and service were great and I never got bored. If I cruise again it will be with Norwegian.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Thanks for sharing. That sounds like an awesome trip. NCL does offer some affordable cruises and then it is up to you if you want to pay for the up charges or not.

[@user-vh1si2zl9w]

Traveling Flamingo The up charges weren’t bad for two people it was $100 each making the total like $420

[@MonkeyMan-lh3dh]

I love Norwegian, I love how environmentally friendly they are, and the boats are great

[@TravelingFlamingo]

They do have a lot of fun stuff to do on their boats 😊

[@travelwithtara8983]

I love NCL so much that I am now a Travel Agent and my niche is cruises with NCL being the main cruise line I focus on. I was on the Pearl in December and will be on the Breakaway in March. I can't wait! My husband and I love the easy going atmosphere and exceptional service.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Congratulations on your Travel Agent certification. Have a great time on the Breakaway.

[@heavenbaker8006]

I've been looking to get into working with Norwegian. Do you know which agencies they work with for agents?

[@SportbikeUnitedRiderz]

Which ship is the best? My wife and I have been on Getaway and Sky but looking for a better ship. Last ship was the Sky and the balcony state rooms (10th floor) were antiquated. We couldn't even walk in the room it was so small.

[@sewgood568]

we went on the Breakaway Jan 2019 and had a balcony cabin, we absolutely loved it! I know there were kids onboard, but seriously we never noticed them. the dining and bars were fanstatic, shows and nightlife brilliant and we felt really well looked after. we ate outside when we could and the free at sea suited as completely, and the free for all was great. loved it so much we're booked for new year 2022, but now looking at the Prima

[@SirenaSpades]

Why are we still dealing with gratuities. So irritating. Who needs the stress? Just work it into the rate and pay the employees!

[@kugamuga]

It would cost you more in insurance, port fees and taxes.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

lol yea, I believe the Australian cruises all have them baked into the price by default which is so much easier.

[@Trailblazers323]

Its awful

[@juggernaut3338]

@Brian tipping should be EARNED for a good job not forced or demanded. Do some research about how tipping 1st started. Tipping has evolved into something it should never had. Also on the cruise lines you pay up front for gratuity then you are expected to tip more after the fact on top of it. That's called double dipping.

[@Kittie28]

Exactly! Gratuities need to be eliminated. I don't pay them anyway

[@clydepenrod4145]

We are going on our 3rd cruise with Norwegian and we have always loved the cruises.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Where are you going? We enjoyed our time on NCL as well. We love cruise life

[@seamusheine2142]

EVERYONE LISTEN!! FOR BREAKFAST ON NCL U NEED TO EAT THE CIRCULAR WAFFLES. ONCE IN A LIFETIME TASTE!

[@TravelingFlamingo]

We did not try them, but with a recommendation like that we clearly need to add it to our list of things to try!!

[@4bqponer]

I'll try them on my upcoming trip in a few weeks. Thanks for the heads up!

[@noturningbackever493]

@@4bqponer Same here: cruise is next week.

[@4bqponer]

@@noturningbackever493 God bless your travels!

[@noturningbackever493]

@@4bqponer Thank you. He has blessed us with the ability to go on cruises :-) Will you be on this one? (NCL Breakaway).

[@artsiecrafty4164]

The buffet on the Escape was really very good.

[@jimf3885]

In addition for the solo cruisers, NCL often has the Solo promos where you only pay for the one bed per cabin. Once I started sailing with NCL I have become an NCL only cruiser and have now done 23 sailings with them. I flat out refuse to pay for two. And currently they have several 5 day sailings for only ninetynine per guest.

[@SuperVidtech]

Sail in November of this year its a 14 day Transatlantic cruise in a midship balcony cabin.. This will be my fifth cruise with Norwegian . I really like them.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Yea we enjoyed our tome on NCL really no specific complaints they appeal to a broad audience and I think they have some great dining options too

[@chrisandmadismusic2798]

I’ve been on it once... this summer but I loved talking to Alvin (cruise director)

[@noturningbackever493]

My brother said to sail across the Atlantic, then fly back; you won't feel the jet lag as much.

[@synobia104]

@@TravelingFlamingo can you bring your own sodas and wine?

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Synobia Smith you can bring as much wine and champagne on board as want. The corkage fee is $15 for a 750ml bottle and $30 for a 1000ml bottle.

[@pammielocs_withlove5908]

Very informative and helpful tips. I am planning a NCL cruise for my 50th Birthday in 2024. Researching as much information as possible before booking, to assure everyone will be accommodated on this cruise. Huge tip with outlets in the rooms.

[@elizabethscharnell9787]

Glad to hear your $100 upgrade offer was accepted. Just put in for an upgrade last night, and went $100 for the spa balcony and $125 for the spa mini-suite. Even if we don't get it, we will have fun! Thanks.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Great approach! I hope its accepted for you! Thanks for watching & commenting!

[@oanhnguyen3189]

I’m going on Norwegian Encore this year and I’m so excited!

[@ross1535]

Oanh Nguyen me too

[@dla0620]

We were booked on the Encore for this November, but NCL cancelled our reservation.

[@byt5522]

Bring your most open credit card. You will need it!

[@byt5522]

Oanh Nguyen bring money!!!

[@estherbarg5735]

she is a great ship!!! Enjoy!

[@williammandel9378]

Excellent review and suggestions. I just got off the Breakaway yesterday, and I find the Flamingos' information to be spot on.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Thank you so much! What ports did you visit?

[@glent7853]

It is funny, when I book a hotel, I am not usually made to pay the maid's wages each day separately from the hotel room rate. I tend to remove the charge and tip those that excel separatley

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Yea I know its a fairly controversial topic but I don't think there is a "wrong" way to do it. IMHO its your trip and you are already paying for the cruise and if you feel more comfortable providing money directly to the people who you want to see get it, I think that's worth it too.

[@sokhoeunchau5503]

We cruised the NCL Breakaway a couple of weeks ago with several friends. We had so much fun. We already booked our next cruise. Love NCL.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

It is such a fun cruise ship. So glad to hear you had a great time. Happy travels 🦩

[@phyllismiller799]

This video was very well done and informative! I have been on the Getaway and other NCL and Carnival ships. Thank you for being real about your experiences. Cruising is so much fun! Bon voyage!

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Thanks for you comment and of course for watching! Bon Voyage as well my friend!

[@bburton965]

You mentioned booking excursions with the locals -- one caution on this is -- if you book with the cruise line and your excursion is late, they will wait for the excursion participants before sailing. If you book with a local and your excursion is late getting back to the ship, there is a possibility of you being left behind and finding your own transportation to the next stop

[@SportbikeUnitedRiderz]

100% accurate.

[@jptraveladventures]

Going on the pride of America in 2022 and the Breakaway in 2023. Thanks for the heads up

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Sounds like you have some great trips lined up. We are glad you liked the video. Thanks for your support

[@markporter4369]

So happy you guys talk about the go-carts and refilling your eco-friendly cups.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Thanks for watching and commenting :)

[@ReeceW.]

We are going on this cruise on Nov. 24

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Reece YT hope you had a great cruise

[@dianeroyster6185]

I been on many cruises with Norwegian and Royal Caribbean. I just got back last week. I always find it easier to pay my gratuities ahead of time then I won't have to worry about it.

[@bigscottishmac572]

You produce and post some really useful videos, I have particularly enjoyed and used your Disney ones. Thanks

[@roberthumphreys2334]

My wife n I just got back from a awesome vacation on the breakaway 7 nights n days n it was GREAT.

[@louish.3386]

Hey Robert, I'm thinking about going on the Breakaway in Nov, any tips or suggestions. Thanks Lou

[@jnminfl]

We are sailing on the Breakaway march 2020. Can't wait.

[@lamatrisefontain98]

Very nice and informative video. Coming up on our second NCL Cruise this December, your video was right on the the mark with our experience on the Breakaway last Fall . Looking forward to the Bliss. We are diamond-plus cruisers with Royal Caribbean but had to go to NCL to find some longer cruises with favorable pricing.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Thank you and thanks for watching. The bliss looks great, where are you heading?

[@lamatrisefontain98]

Traveling Flamingo we will leaving out of New York for 12 days and will stop at: Puerto Rico, St Thomas, St. Kitts, St. Lucia, Barbados and Antigua. We have been to all those ports before but are still looking forward to the cruise. I enjoy the ships more than anything and can’t wait to see the Bliss. Can’t wait till December 1st.

[@clayhaskell4359]

We are going on our first cruise on the Escape in March 2020. Your video was very helpful TY.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

And thank you for watching!

[@JoJo-fm4tk]

I'm going on the Escape 2021. I can't wait!

[@jakeg2575]

Joanne Rose same I’m doing the Baltics early September

[@susanbloom4773]

You will love this ship! I just came home yesterday after a week in the Western Caribbean and it was my first Norwegian cruise; have been on 4 other cruises in the past and Norwegian truly outshines the other cruise lines! And the ship is HUGE!!! And beautiful! The food at any restaurant on the ship was outstanding, particularly loved Savor and Taste, and the staff members were so friendly and helpful.

[@denniscriddle5634]

We have been cruising about once a year for the last 25 years. We went on a Norwegian cruise on the Encore for the first time in December. That cruise was the first and last time we will cruise with Norwegian. There were more places where you had to pay to eat than there places with no charge. You have to pay for to many activities that we have done for free on other ships, my wife wanted to attend a painting class but it was $38 on this ship. The go carts were $15 for 8 minutes. This was the first cruise that we have been on that we were ready for the cruise to be over by day 4 of a 7 day cruise.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Thanks for watching and sharing your experience. They do offer a lot of up-charges. We were a little surprised ourselves. What is your favourite cruise line?

[@denniscriddle5634]

We usually cruise on royal Caribbean. A family friend had booked the cruise on the Encore and asked us to go with them.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Dennis Criddle yes we have heard a lot of great things about Royal. We are planning on trying them this summer.

[@richardnone5644]

my favorite part of NCL just show up and eat no need to book it . summer cruises i only wear shorts all day all night not the same shorts ha ha ha

[@TravelingFlamingo]

That's abaolutly it. And the best part of cruising, well one of 😀

[@freeagent8225]

Great advice I wear shorts all year and perhaps all on the cruise also.

[@Lealelan]

We went to the water park and had a great time! But not an excursion that really helped us to learn more about Costa Maya... My first time zip lining and enjoyed that immensely!

[@TravelingFlamingo]

That all sounds amazing! I've never tried the zip line myself, when we were in Costa Maya it was closed :( But it look amazing! Thanks for watching and have an awesome day!

[@user-sl6xz3bw9d]

For a first timer your information was very informative and your presentation was a pleasure to watch

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Thank you so much for your support. Happy travels.

[@jacquelinechristensen9231]

Love this cruise line. Pushing 20 cruises and will only sail on NCL

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Thats awesome! Its absolutely is a great cruise line! Thanks for Watching

[@chantalpatenaude1459]

Jacqueline Christensen I so agree. Will not consider any other line. Will be doing our 6th cruise with them in December... can’t wait!!

[@MrMcaruthers]

Will be taking a cruise on the breakaway next Feb. I’ve only cruised once and it was carnival. From what I’ve heard ncl is better.. but as I book our trip I’m noticing a lot of extras that weren’t on carnival (yes I know not all cruise lines are the same). I’m having a hard time seeing that ncl is a better cruise line. For example and this is a huge issue they don’t offer bottle water in your drink package. You have to pay a huge fee to one of the adults bars. Many other things. Have you ever cruised with another company? Just curious as to why ncl is top notch in your book. What sets them apart from the others.

[@alltrith7753]

I was on the Norwegian Star just last week and I loved it so much that I cried all day when I left! I’m 14 and I went into the Entourage Teen Club and it was one of the best things I ever signed up for because I met so many great friends and it made my holiday so much better! The food was incredible and if your going on one,, GET THE FANTA WITH GRENADINE!!! It’s so good! And the White Hot Party was amazing and I danced all night!!

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Thanks for watching and commenting. The Entourage Teen Club did look like a lot of fun. It’s nice to hear from someone who tried it :) We also enjoyed the white hot party! So much energy and the lights/face paint was awesome. we will definitely try the Fanta with Grenadine on our next trip.

[@alltrith7753]

Traveling Flamingo :)

[@jpbpds]

Our first NCL cruise is booked for November 2020, so watching a lot of videos. You had a lot of good footage I have not seen on other channels.

[@desertgirl1986]

My cruise is in nov 2020 too! I will be going on the Bliss!

[@younglady2789]

Thanks for sharing your NCL tips and I'm sure your channel will grow as you continue to provide good content to your subscribers!

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Thank you! And thanks for watching!

[@jeanettewylie1804]

Your name alone is just adorable. Keep having fun with it.😁😘

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Aww thanks so much. We are having a lot of fun. Thank you for your support. Happy travels 😊

[@jeanettewylie1804]

@@TravelingFlamingo; very welcome dolls😘

[@nikkib6604]

Just did the Sky 7/15 Bahamas and booked for The Joy Mexican Riveria 12/29..good tips.!

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Thats awesome! Mexican Rivera looks amazing!

[@Carolmaizy]

The Sky was our first NCL ship. It remains our favorite. We've only been on the smaller ships- Sky, Jade, Spirit, Dawn. Going on the Gem in May. Only been on Norwegian so far, but love them. Except for not being allowed to bring water or soda on board, and no Coke, just Pepsi.

[@ladyphoenix9752]

It's always said one chooses for the ship or port...NCL has a group of 🏝️ we want....thanks much for this vid 👍🛳️😎👍

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Our pleasure! and definitely agree. Happy Travels Lady Phoenix 🦩

[@derricktownsend]

Anyone on NCL has to check out the dueling pianos - Howl at the Moon - they are fantastic!

[@TravelingFlamingo]

We have heard it is fantastic. We ran out of time! Definitely on our next trip 😊

[@lucbrisson4389]

Bummer.. I'll be sailing the Norwegian Dawn.. no dueling pianos there..

[@rickmanley767]

I agree with your assessment of the premium restaurants. The buffet is good (quite large actually), but the up charge for the premium restaurants is well worth it!

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Absolutely!! Do you have a favourite premium restaurant? Thanks for watching and commenting. Happy travels 😊

[@rickmanley767]

My wife and I enjoy Teppanyaki’s talented chef presentation (Benihana style). It’s a show all unto itself, and the food is fantastic!

[@renee304]

Y’all were on the ship with Paquito. I love him and he is one of the best cruise directors. I been on the Breakaway 4 times this year alone and going again in a week.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Yeah Paquito is a lot of fun. He definitely brings the life to the party.

[@noturningbackever493]

Also going on the Breakaway in one week. Looking forward to the rest and touring.

[@richardnone5644]

there are only 2 things you need to know 1 what time the ship leaves, 2 order all you like in the main dinning room they will keep bringing you food if you can eat it

[@TravelingFlamingo]

I like it! Keep it simple. You definitely don’t need to stress out.

[@sharonbowie9741]

We are going on our first NCL Star cruise to South America (Cape Horn). We typically use Princess and just returned from our second trip to Alaska and our 5th total trip with Princess. We were a bit disappointed with Princess on this last trip so decided to try another line. We have a forward suite on this upcoming cruise in February 2020. We will be gone for three weeks and are very excited to try NCL. Your tips were great, thank you.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

And thank you for watching. We have a video on forward facing cabins also. What happened on your princess cruise ? This was our first NCL cruise and it was pretty good overall liked it. We’ll have a video out next week on NCL vs Princess and the various differences that you may like also. Thanks again for watching!

[@miguelcanizares8713]

Our room attendant got us a multi-plug to charge our multiple devices. No extra cost.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Wow that is awesome! The attendants are great and work so hard. Thanks for the tip.

[@scottjohnson3577]

Just got back from the NCL Dawn. So many amenities have been taken away or now have a charge. After 9 cruises, will book my next on on a competitor's ship. Nickel and dimed all day long. No complementary sauna.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Yes we did notice how much was an extra charge. One of the newer NCL ships has 29 restaurants and 20 of them are an additional charge.

[@LJ-vj8kv]

Great video! You included lots of helpful information to prepare for a cruise with NCL. I also loved the time lapses you included.

[@90majestic]

On the newer ships, i.e., Encore, Bliss and Escape, the smoking area in the casino is now enclosed. Other than that, the only public smoking area is a tiny floor space outside of the H2Q bar on the top of the ship with 20 people squished into this area in a cloud of smoke! Smokers are not welcome on NCL.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Thanks for the info we will definitely try one of the newer ones. Linda is allergic to the smoke so having the proper HVAC and enclosure system is key that said we of course want our smoking travellers to have that capability. Thanks for the comment and for watching 90majestic!

[@chrisandmadismusic2798]

This is bringing back memories I made on the cruise a month ago

[@TravelingFlamingo]

That’s great to hear we definitely love when we can bring back the vacation vibes! Thanks for watching!

[@nancynolin24]

This is great and I sent the link to a group that I am taking on the NCL Breakaway to Western Caribbean out of New Orleans - Feb 2023

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Thank you so much for sharing Nancy. Glad you enjoyed the video. Have an awesome trip out of New Orleans in 2023! Let us know your thoughts. We really liked NCL was a great mix of the other lines. Happy Travels 🦩

[@joaodasilva5786]

Thanks much for the important info ! , I will be on Breakaway August 4 from Miami .. I can not wait !!

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Thank you for watching! You'll love it are you doing the Caribbean cruise?

[@joaodasilva5786]

yes ! I got a question , do the casino excepts cash for gaming ?

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Yes you can and that saves you from the ~3% convenience fee. We have not tried it but you can bring cash.

[@427dualquad2]

Great informative video..very enjoyable!!

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Thanks for watching glad you enjoyed!

[@Thelittlethingsoflife]

If you have smoke issues, stick with the Encore, Bliss or Joy as their casinos have closed in smoking areas. Much better.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Good idea 👍 thanks

[@russellpradia]

Great info thank you, subscribed

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Thank you for your subscription and for watching.

[@byt5522]

Encore ship has a pool about the size of max, 1000 passengers, with 3,800 people on board. Good luck getting a chair by the pool also.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

I was shocked at how busy the pool was. Standing room only. We did enjoy the pool at Harvest Cate though

[@josienicolosi114]

I love NCL. It's the best for me. My husband used a wheel chair and there was always someone available to take him where he wanted to go. Service is the best

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Thank you for sharing!! So glad you had a positive experience with them.

[@curaeus007]

Really helpful. We are on NCL Escape this September to New England and Canada out of NYC.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Thats awesome! I'm sure you will have an amazing time. We're thinking of doing that cruise next year, you'll have to tel us what you thought! Thanks for watching!

[@curaeus007]

@@TravelingFlamingo We are making a quick trip to the US from Australia and will be in NYC for 4 days before boarding the Escape and for a few days after the cruise. We cruised to Alaska with Princess last May. Might try the Carribean next. Have been round the Pacific a few times too with Carnival and RCI

[@mr.balloffur]

On researching cruises, I sometimes find I'm more confused than when I started.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

There is definitely a lot of information out there. We start with where we want to go and the dates we want to travel. Then we look at when the ship was built and prices. It can definitely be overwhelming. Is there something specific you are looking for?

[@mr.balloffur]

@@TravelingFlamingo The only thing I know for sure is we want to take a Norwegian Cruise and stay in the Haven suites. We want to go to the Western Caribbean. But we don't want to go for another two years so we don't know what the pricing will be and if we wait too long will there be availability.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Mr. Balloffur we have heard the Haven suites are really nice. Expensive but amazing. There are some price tracking websites. Sometimes they have deals that come out. I hear your concern about it not being available. If it is something I really want I book it before it’s gone.

[@mr.balloffur]

@@TravelingFlamingo Thank you for your responses!

[@maryweiss4834]

Thanks for the Shareholder tip! I had no idea!

[@TravelingFlamingo]

You bet! Its good way to get a bit of a discount. Happy travels Mary! 🦩

[@sprekkhp81]

Norwegian sky was simply perfect!!!!!!!!!

[@MadeForMore2]

Is the alcohol free on the sky?

[@enriqueburke7637]

Carmen Murphy it was

[@exev]

Was on the Bliss three days ago and was a little bummed when I heard we couldn't get off at Great Stirrup Cay due to wind conditions but it ended up being one of the most fun days on the ship for me. EDIT: This happened on the 25th.

[@rou8390]

Oh yeah I was there too. Big rip

[@marilynbarker8255]

Exev We were all looking forward to the private island stop. If they had to cancel because of weather I don’t think a $28. refund is acceptable.

[@parler8698]

It happened again this week too.

[@ellenspencer5461]

Thanks so much for all the great information I’m looking forward for my cruise with Norwegian Getaway 😊

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Thank you! Where are you going on the Getaway? I hope you have an awesome trip!

[@kimschacht4284]

My favorite ship by far. You will love it.

[@savana3310]

I went on the Dawn to Bermuda and the Joy to Alaska it was amazing. The escape room does cost money even though in the video they said it was free. It hasn’t been free for two years. Also with the charging your device’s problem you can put any type of card or paper in the card slot and your devices will still charge and your cabin lights will stay on if you want or there is a switch to turn off just the light.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

That is a great tip to put a card in the light slot. Did you ever have the cabin attendant take the card out? We did a few times.

[@SportbikeUnitedRiderz]

16:13 We enjoyed NCL cruises but that FREE Wifi is a Joke ! my wife couldn't get online lol if buffered forever. Once we paid for the premium service the internet started to work. 🤣

[@brentpayne4215]

Nice I went on Norwegian sky in 2017

[@cindyg159]

I will not be cruising with Norwegian again. My husband and I were turned away from a restaurant. My husband had on a suit and tie, and I had on a formal dress. They said we weren't wearing proper attire while we could clearly see people inside wearing shorts. I have since taken six more cruises with Royal Caribbean and never had a problem in their main dining room or the specialty restaurants.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Wow I can’t believe you were turned away. We have heard Royal Caribbean is very nice. It is on our bucket list. Thanks for watching and commenting

[@rpjey]

Maybe that’s why you were turned away? You were too formal?

[@dannomano2851]

I have to call BS!

[@diedredj]

Maybe you started your alcohol a bit early and it wasn’t your clothing that got turned away. Or maybe a see through outfit. JS

[@lindaandjonbabcock867]

Great information - first Norwegian cruise April 2020 - will put this info to use

[@raven98031]

I'm planning on booking April 12 Encore. What one are you going on?

[@TravelingFlamingo]

I’m sure you will have an amazing time!

[@TravelingFlamingo]

What ports are you sailing too, sounds like an awesome trip!

[@lindaandjonbabcock867]

We are going on Getaway from New York to Europe - can not wait!!!!!

[@lindaandjonbabcock867]

Going on Norwegian Getaway - repositioning leaving from New York and stopping in Portugal, France,Spain, and Rome - we are so excited!

[@Titanicyork]

I was on One Norwegain Ship Norwegain Wind Dont know if she is still around that was in 2000 Nice ship Only bad thing was Some how They went right past the port we were to dock at Miami We were op to Fort Lauaderdale and tutned around ! A Lot Of us Missed our flights Home They had to find us other flights We had to Run like hell to catch that one But Enjoy Your Cruise I did up till the end

[@TravelingFlamingo]

That’s an amazing story! Wow I guess they got confused LOL

[@lauragwillim1055]

Great video. I was just on the breakaway in a spa mini suite. Loved the ship and the thermal spa. The waterfront was my favorite hangout. Very quiet and great bar service. With the regard to free at sea you can get at least one free at sea with inside staterooms and ocean view! You lucked out on the spa mini suite! I bid on a Haven spa suite and was rejected! Just booked NCL Star for a 9 day Southern Caribbean in March 2020. May book the Sky for a weekend cruise in June. Both ships are much smaller and beautifully renovated in 2018 (Star) and 2019 (Sky). No Haven suites on these 2 ships but the “Penthouse “ rooms have butler service and the owners suites and penthouses can have huge outdoor decks with a hot tub! FYI, due to complaints about the smoke in the casino, NCL enclosed an area in the casino on the Breakaway Plus class ships (Escape, Bliss, Joy, Encore).

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Awesome and thank for watching & the information. Great to know they are working to resolve the smoke/smoking smell!

[@miri1234ish]

Thanks for the video. Going on the Breakaway November 2021 (If no more surprise will appear)

[@TravelingFlamingo]

We are glad you liked the video. That is so exciting your going on the breakaway this year. Yeah I also hope there are no more surprises.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

That is so exciting you have a cruise booked this year. Definitely let’s hope there are no surprises. Thank you for watching and commenting. Happy travels 🦩

[@vickifunk9429]

Thanks for cancelling our cruise for next January. Super stoked

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Why was your cruise cancelled?

[@rodneywilliams598]

We have been on several cruises after I have been to National Sales Meetings. I have left meeting swag in a Dollar Store gift bag for the steward with a cash tip. Most important we left a note listing the swag stating it was for the Stewart. So hopefully there would be no problem with management.

[@azzir325]

When you say 20% tip, are you saying ON THE WHOLE FARE?? Like if your fare is 1000 dollars, add 200 dollars to that? That's a significant upcharge. Kind of changes the perspective, if you ask me...

[@AdventuresofDavidandAaron]

Excellent video lots of informative information thanks for sharing. Sincerely Adventures of David and Aaron.⚓⚓⚓

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Glad you liked it. Thanks for checking us out and commenting. Happy travels 😊

[@blcouch]

We’re going on our 4th NCL cruise in December. Breakaway out of NOLA.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Sounds awesome, have a great trip!

[@byt5522]

Check the passenger number and the size of their pools. Guaranteed that you won’t get a chance to swim or even get a chair around these minute size pools.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

We are pretty early rises and all the chairs in the shade were already reserved when we were heading to breakfast 😮

[@benfoley2021]

Thus seems like the best and easyiest job In the world

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Truth!

[@jonnyweber3311]

I am going on this cruiseship Saturday March 28th till Saturday April 4th 2020😍😁👌

[@TravelingFlamingo]

So exciting!! What ports are you visiting? Enjoy

[@jonnyweber3311]

@@TravelingFlamingo Sat - Leave Port Canaveral Florida Sun - At Sea Mon - At Sea Tues - Tortola, British Virgin islands Wed - St.Thomas US Virgin islands Thur - At Sea Fri - Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas Sat - Back at Port Canaveral in Florida

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Jonny Weber that is going to be amazing. We went to St. Thomas many years ago. I would be interested in going back.

[@majesticmold2829]

Great video good job and very informative

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Thank you and thanks for your comment!

[@keisha4620]

Thanks for sharing

[@margaretanderson95]

would be nice to see the different staterooms to choose from.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

We'll keep that in mind for the next one, thanks for the comment and for watching!

[@elizabethborkland7419]

Great job. Nice helpful video

[@elizabethborkland7419]

Travelwithcheyi THANKS ... I am at the airport in route to Miami right now.

[@dla0620]

Cruised on the Escape, Bliss, Getaway and Breakaway. Loved the Escape best by far. Bliss is awesome but not for Caribbean (my opinion).

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Wow you are a very seasoned NCL traveller. What do you like most about the Escape?

[@dla0620]

Traveling Flamingo the escape is bigger than the getaway and breakaway. The cruise director was great. The bliss has a lot of wasted space, but they have a brewery and bbq restaurant.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

dla0620 I don’t mind the bigger ships. They usually offer more. I’m surprised to here there is a lot of wasted space on the Bliss. Maybe the will change that with their next refurbishment.

[@patriciamaloney5897]

Recommend you avoid their shops at all costs. They lead you to believe the stuff you buy is duty free. It is not. And NCL reports you to US customs, who harasses you even before you do anything wrong. Best to buy on shore and get the paperwork you need and avoid buying anything on an NCL ship

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Very interesting, we didn’t use the duty free ourselves, but thats good to know thats Patricia & thanks for watching.

[@listen9454]

Me and my girlfriend is going on ours in May we are going to the Bahamas and that’s the place she will become my fiancée I’m extremely excited

[@TravelingFlamingo]

That is so exciting. Congratulations :)

[@carameltee5650]

- B S T - Awwwwww Congratulations

[@listen9454]

Traveling Flamingo thank you

[@listen9454]

Caramel Tee thank you I’m pretty excited

[@noturningbackever493]

Oh, how sweet! Congratulations to both of you. Many years of happiness.

[@karenlazzaro1672]

very informative, will be on the NCL Gem in November

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Thank you very much, enjoy the Gem! Where are you sailing?

[@karenlazzaro1672]

@@TravelingFlamingo Eastern Carribean out of Boston

[@Andromeda-de8mj]

Im sailng on the gem in november 2020 from boston to bermuda

[@Carolmaizy]

Boston to Bermuda in May, on the Gem!

[@lasror2463]

How did it go? Im going on the GEM in 1 week, from NYC. Did you like the ship, im starting to think its not the greatest..watching all these vids about the other ships

[@zaynab2085]

Thank you for addressing tipping the tour guides etc.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

And thanks for watching! Definitely want to make sure those tour guides and bus drivers get their recognition, they are so important to an awesome vacation!

[@doc13091]

Great video thanks, was just curious about the noise level to expect in the cabins. In particular on the deck 9 mid ship. Thanks in advance

[@TravelingFlamingo]

I think you should be fine, it may be a bit nosier if you are under Sid Normans Pour House as they do some late night music in there but even then they really have insulated the walls and roof well you can't hear too much from even outside of the venue. Other than that there isn't very much that's loud on Deck 8 or Deck 10 so you should be fine. Enjoy your cruise!

[@markjonno91]

Going on this ship next month around the Mediterranean! Hope theres not much rockiness as i get nauseous at sea lol

[@TravelingFlamingo]

We want to do a Mediterranean cruise!! That is going to be awesome. Have you tried any of the treatments for sea sickness? We hope you have a great trip.

[@markjonno91]

@@TravelingFlamingo well I did try them sea sickness bands last year on Norwegian Epic and they were fantastic though tbh I don't think I really needed them as the ship was so big & food was delicious but I hope the food was nice on Breakaway & it really does look like a big ship! glad you had a great time 😀😍

[@colleensiddall3590]

Sailing on the Gem in 20 days..... 2 nd cruise with NCL. Love cruising with NCL

[@TravelingFlamingo]

I’m sure it will be awesome! Where are you cruising too? Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@colleensiddall3590]

Southern Caribbean.....SAN Juan, St. Kitts, St.Lucia, Barbados,Antigua, US Virgin Island

[@colleensiddall3590]

Hoping to do a cruise from New Orleans and do a western. Next year

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Colleen Siddall your cruise and your next cruise sound amazing. Enjoy all the sunshine :)

[@lisamorand9607]

Very well explained. I like that bidding thing. We are Canadian too, and have been on 20 cruises now. Next one is booked for Jan 27. Looking at early to mid feb 2020 out of port can. Cannot make up my mind. But I was on the NOR once the sky. Not a fan. But maybe, the sun? That goes out in FEb of 2020. We always pay tips ahead of time, and my sign and sail card is just the tips baby, last cruise a dude told me he removed his tips. He was American. I am like that is 30 per cent more for us and I cant add to them, but not touching them. The staff work so hard. I think with NOR it can be very confusing with the different offers. But I like the idea of customizing. For ex. we like the serenity deck on carnival, but this spa deck sounds interesting. We like the private islands. We got to GSC on the sky. Lovely island. Well, sorry for overshare, but great channel. Really enjoyed your info.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

That’s amazing! Cruising is so much fun what’s your favourite cruise of the 20 odd cruises you’ve done?

[@lisamorand9607]

Royal Carribean Navigator 5nts. balcony. and our first time with Carnival sensation then years later, got a great deal on sensation, bunk room but the cabin steward brought in a cot. odd room, modified yet a bunk bed. All cruises that go right up to a beach. Last year got to go to the Bahamas Atlantis. (the taxi drivers are not as in your face as they use to be). And the one with the 80s show with a prince song, and the one with elvis impersonator, that is the one. We accidentally were sitting in a private show, and all of a sudden this great Elvis impersonator came on. It was the best. It was Carnival. Not sure which ship. That is my fave.

[@mariamontoto2068]

Thank you for the info. Im cruising with NCL for the frist time going to Asia. I found lots of info I did not Know about NCL Like the up grade. The reason it was important to me is that I always cruise in a balcony. I was unable to book a balcony this time it was very expensive for the three of us on a 14 day cruise. I stoped the video and called NCl traval consulrant about it and he explained it to me sooo thank you for that Ill be biding when the time comes for an up grade thanks to this video.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

We are so glad that you found this video helpful. A 14 day Asia cruise would be amazing! How many ports are you stopping at? Enjoy and happy travels 😊

[@veronicaolivares9150]

Thank you for sharing :)

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Glad you liked it 😊 thanks for your support

[@veronicaolivares9150]

I need vacations soon please help me out :)

[@kimberlyvito6391]

Thank you

[@brandonj9974]

Good stuff with plenty of details. Great vid 😊

[@richardbouchard1716]

Don’t accept future coupons if they or you cancel. If you should have to cancel, there are no refunds on the coupons. Also they have limited use time period.

[@nataliyaspitsina383]

Thanks 😊

[@7heRedBaron]

It’s ironic that an escape room is the last thing I want to experience on a cruise when the lifeboats start going down.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Lol that is a good point.

[@Wowmeganx3]

We sail on the sun in 2 weeks!

[@TravelingFlamingo]

I'm sure that will be an awesome cruise, where are you going on the sun?

[@Wowmeganx3]

Traveling Flamingo we’ll be going to Mexico. Never sailed on NCL before so I hope it’s a good time!

[@ThisSingleMom]

I find NCL higher priced compared to Carnival or RCL. Going to try it out soon though

[@MrJbee73]

I would say it if for a reason. To me head and tails better service food and cleanliness.

[@toebeeleeyoung5287]

Funny, here in New York City, Norwegian Is by far the LOWEST PRICED cruise line compared to Carnival or RCL. That is why I have been on Norwegian ships 8 times compared to only one time each on Carnival and RCL.

[@derricktownsend]

You get what you pay for. I have heard that Carnival is low priced for a reason.

[@tamaralee9288]

I work for Norwegian I've Cruz on several different companies Norwegian is definitely the best price for the accommodations

[@jamesknapp9615]

Derrick Townsend I went on the Carnival Pride this past May, it was great.

[@chrissygerwitz520]

NCL is absolutely NOT a mid-market cruise line. It is firmly on the lower-end mass-market level of cruising, along with Carnival and Royal Caribbean. That's not to say that it is trashy (mostly), but true mid-market cruise lines like Princess and Celebrity offer very different ships and very different cruise experiences.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Thank you for commenting. How would you describe the different experiences?

[@Trailblazers323]

Such as?